Chapter 55

Finally, the plane landed. Charlotte was completely exhausted after sixteen hours of travel. So it took a while to get off the plane with Craig, as she wanted to touch up her makeup before being seen by the public who, of course, were waiting for her at the airport. It didn't take long and soon, she was ready to go.

“Welcome to the Philippines, Miss McKeena. Mabuhay! - Said the flight attendant.

— Salamat. Salamat. said Charlotte. Craig taught her a few words in the language of the country that she might use often: thank you, please, see you later... And some basic greetings: good morning, good afternoon, and good night.

The Miss Universe pageant was to be held in Manila, and both Charlotte and this year's 126 nominees arrived two weeks early. There was a list of itineraries they had to follow before the contest and that was sure to keep Charlotte's mind busy. That way, she wouldn't have to think about her last encounter with Marco, although she still felt deliciously sor