The Heart Wants What It Wants

Chapter 2: They're Finally Home

Jenny's p.o.v

I'm feeling overwhelmed at work, so I planned to take Myla out for lunch since it's already past 11 o’clock. I noticed her typing and busy encoding paper work. I sat down beside her and tried everything I could to persuade her. She refused, but I consistently get her attention.

Myla is an extremely hard worker. She is intensely focused on everything she wanted to finish, she was a great example of being professional. That is why I became keep in touch with her. She's a lovely lady with a lot of positive energy.

Myla insisted on taking food orders at the Cafeteria. So I'm just sitting pretty in the corner waiting for her to come back. I get my phone when I heard a text from someone. Oh! It was Matt! He was Matt Christopher Luiz, anyway, I prefer to call him babe.

"Babe! I've already purchased a ticket," A message that change my mood from boredom turned to ecstatic.

We've been in a relationship for five years and haven't seen each other in nearly three years. Matty had to pursue his dreams in Canada, where I met him. He was living there, father’s death was a bridge for us to meet in accident, my mom decided to take me there for vacation.

"Really?! I can't wait to see you! So, when are you planning to arrive?!" A zeal replied for him.

"Same as you feel babe! It's a closely guarded secret. I'd like to surprise you," I just smiled at his response.

He was like that since then, he loves surprises. Five years is a long time for us, I’m over the moon that my sacrifices has a great result.

"By the way, are you with Myla?" he inquired.

He was aware of it. He saw Myla when I posted a picture of us on social media from our vacation in Palawan Island six months ago. I told him she was my best friend and I met her at work.

"Yes babe, we're having lunch here in the cafeteria. Why you asked all of a sudden?" I responded.

"Nothing at all babe. In any case, always be cautious. I have to return to work. Excited see you soon!" He's as sweet as ever. When I saw Myla approaching, I put my phone back inside my bag.

"I suppose it's your boyfriend," Her voice was cold.

"Huh?" I replied with a puzzled expression.

"I noticed you smiling while looking at your phone," she said, rolling her eyes with a bitter smile.

I couldn't help but laugh at her reaction. Myla never told me about any of her previous relationships. All I know is that she doesn't have a boyfriend and has been single for quite some time. I'm not sure if she has any intentions of finding a partner in life. She's been swamped and serious about her career. I once planned a blind date for her, but she always declined.

"Yeah. He's the one. He informed that he would be coming home soon," She cracked a grin.

"Really? Sheez! That's fantastic! On your birthday, he will surprise you," She responded.

We talk about Matty, and she enjoys hearing about our love story. She always listens and gives us positive feedback. She is always supportive and helpful, even when it comes to planning surprises for Matty, especially on our Monthly Anniversaries.

"Myla, how about you? Do you intend to find someone to love?" I inquired.

"It's better to be alone than with someone who does not deserve my trust and love," She bitterly replied.

Every time I ask her about it, she prefers to remain muted or respond angrily. I believe she was in pain as a result of her previous life. I'm curious about her pass, but I never ask her about that matter. Suddenly, silence descended around us. She had a serious expression on her face, as if she was deep in thought. Later, I noticed a tear rolling down her cheeks. She wiped it off quietly, unaware that I was staring at her.

"Are you okay, Myla?" I asked with comfort voice.

"Yah. Perhaps something entered my eyes," She is obviously deceiving me to believe her excuse but I feel she’s carrying a burden.

"It's all right. You can't take my eyes out. I won't be able to see you then," She cracked a joke. I just laughed at her and pretended not to notice her feelings. We decided to return to work after a few minutes.

I was driving home when my phone ring. It's Andrew, my brother, I answered right away.

"How's my sister?" he asked,

"Let it all hang out, bro. I know exactly what you want," I stated.

I'm sure he'd just ask about Myla. She's been doing it ever since he saw Myla on my f*******: post.

"Oh! Take it easy, sis. I simply miss you!" He giggled,

"Oh! Miss your ass!" He burst out laughing.

"Where are you?" He asked.

"I'm on my way back home. Why?"

"I've got a surprise for you." He was not tired of fooling me around.

"What is it?" He hang up the phone.

He's a lot like this. He used to be so obnoxious and obstinate sometimes but a sweet and lovely brother of mine. He's very protective of me, that caused me to miss him.

He stayed in Canada with my mother. He's an architect and given the opportunity to lead a large project there and now he’s in charge of a great offer. So I have no choice but to live separately because I have to be here.

Finally, I'm at home. I park my car and enter the house.

"Surprise!" As I turned on the lights, I exclaimed when I saw my mother and brother,

"Oh my God!" Both hands were coving my mouth. Am I just dreaming?! Oh come on!

"I miss you, our little princess," I received a sweet hugged from my mom. Andrew tapped my shoulder, we burst in tears because of mixed emotions we felt inside. Celebrating my day with them was priceless. They are my home.