Chapter 1: The First Meeting
In a small coffee shop in Manila, Baste never expected that a simple day would change because of Elena. While Baste, a quiet man, watches his surroundings, Elena, a cheerful young woman, rushes in and... slips into the coffee.
“Hey, I'm sorry!” Elena said, smiling as she wiped the coffee off her clothes.
“Nothing,” Baste replied, unable to help but laugh. And for the first time, their eyes met—and they felt a connection.
From then on, they started talking. Elena was full of life, always bringing joy, while Baste was quiet, but pleasant to talk to. Before they knew it, simple conversations gave way to a beautiful friendship.
Chapter 2: The Secret Love
As their relationship grew, they became closer to each other. Sometimes they would go to the park for a walk, or talk over coffee. They didn't know how it started, but their friendship turned into love—a love that didn't care if they were worlds apart.
Baste, a former soldier with difficult experiences, began to trust Elena. Elena, on the other hand, gradually abandoned the luxuries of life she knew. For Elena, a simple life with Baste was more important than any wealth.
Chapter 3: Acceptance
One day, they came across Elena's father, Gov. Enrique, hanging out at their favorite coffee shop. He suddenly spoke about their relationship.
"Elena, do you know what your life under the public eye means?" asked Gov. Enrique.
While Elena was worried, Baste said, "I know, I can't change my past, but what's important is, I won't look for another love."
Elena couldn't hold back her emotions anymore. "I don't need any of your plans, Papa. All I need is Baste."
Gov. Enrique saw Baste's courage and honesty. Without anger, he accepted their relationship, and he learned to respect Elena's decision.
Chapter 4: The Beginning of a New Life
Elena and Baste decided to start in a quiet place in the countryside, away from the noise of the city. Before all that, they planned to grow plants on a small farm. While they were taking care of the plants, they started thinking about their dreams.
“My dream, Baste, is for us to come together and work together, to plant and nurture a simple life,” Elena said while tilling the soil.
“There is nothing greater than the joy of us serving as each other's guides together,” Baste replied, smiling.
Chapter 5: At the End of Our Dreams
Their life in the province is full of joy and contentment. Even though everything is not perfect, they have learned to accept all the trials. Every day they spend together is a new beginning—a chance to work together, laugh, and set dreams.
“I don’t need all the things I used to put off,” Elena said. “As long as I’m with you, Baste, that’s enough.”
“With every step, with every laugh, at the end of our dream, we will reach there together,” Baste replied, holding Elena's hand.
Their love began with a simple cup of coffee, and ended with a happy life, full of dreams and hopes. Despite the trials, they learned that they could face everything together, until the end of their dreams.
