Chapter 14

Elyana's POV

“So, you’re saying your mother is a Filipina as well?” he asked after we exchanged some basic information about ourselves.

“Yes, she is,” I replied.

“Wow, really! We do have things in common. I love coffee too, and now we have the same enemy that comes from the name of—” he paused.

I didn’t think he could talk sensibly at all. He looked rude when I saw him in Felicity’s office that same day, and he seemed like he would kick anyone who tried blocking his way. He sighed, and after leaning his back into the chair, he stared right into my face with awe in his eyes.

“You know what, I still can’t believe I’m going to meet you here in the Philippines, Elyana.” He had said this several times already that night.

“Well, me too. With this big world, who would have thought the one who often competes with my ex-husband would be the one I will date tonight?” I paused and slightly grinned before I continued, “Another thing I didn’t expect is that yo