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Manila Bulletin
|August 31, 2025
No one enters marriage with the intention of ending it later. When this couple exchanged vows a few years ago, many were surprised. Handsome Groom (HG) had just come from a recently ended relationship, while Lovely Bride (LB) herself was caught off guard by how quickly everything unfolded. The proposal, wedding, and settling into married life all happened in rapid succession, yet seemed to fall into place perfectly.
Early on, skeptics predicted the marriage wouldn't last. The secrecy surrounding their wedding only fueled speculation. But HG's desire for privacy prevailed—there were no unwanted incidents, and both the couple and their guests were overjoyed with how the ceremony turned out.
Married life after that was blissful. The couple traveled together, sharing photos and videos that radiated genuine love. As they began stepping back from showbiz commitments, their fans understood that family had become their priority. Still, rumors and intrigues inevitably followed.
Rather than dwell on negativity, HG and LB focused on building their life together. Occasionally, they would clap back at critics, but most of the time they simply ignored the noise. Then, whispers of separation suddenly surfaced. According to rumors, LB had packed her bags and checked into a nearby hotel—perhaps to put some distance between herself and HG.
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