The AFA 2020, or the Antonio Facundo Awards, is a competition for journalists like me. It is also usually open to writers and directors. Unlike usual, here we take a subject, someone who is very popular with people. . . we published to viewers how that person’s life was. We know the life of whoever is chosen just to win.
But after all those struggles on getting the right person for the documentary, I imprinted in my mind that I would be the winner. I promised I would do everything for the documentary, especially now that I have something I want to prove to the public. That I am more than the murderer’s daughter they once called. “Avery!” I confronted the woman who called me.. It was Ma’am Cassandra, running her way to me. This boss of mine nearly cried because she said she missed me so much. “The gem of the documentary!” It was as if this was“That’s indeed a lot!” Avery looked at the woman who had just entered the small room. It was their Editor-in-Chief. Trophies and awards from various theaters and preaching ceremonies in a few years almost filled Avery’s walls.During her years as a T.V. reporter and occasional news anchor and making various documentaries that aired on television, she often drew awards. She will not brag, but she can’t stop being proud of herself. She’s having the time of her life. She worked hard for that to happen. After almost five years, she gradually made her dream come true.She faced her boss, who was already sitting on the couch. “Are you ready for the Antonio Facundo Awards 2020?” She grinned even more at what she heard. Of course, she will never forget about it. This is the first month of the year, and she is already searching the internet on whose life she will feature now.The AF
Avery Taylor’s“Cormac. . . Cormac Carter,” I said incredulously. I now focused directly on finding at least a little information about the man. Still, I’ve already spent two hours in front of the computer, and I can’t find anything but his age, date of birth, and a little information about his own company.“This is frustrating!”There should be another way. I can’t lose right away on my first try. I need to know every little thing, and I will start that by knowing what the man wants. I wanted this. I need to be more diligent in what I do, especially in considering AFA 2020. What our Editor-in-Chief said was right. The man will seem to be the key to us, to me. If I wanted to win, I just had to wait for the opportunity to take him.The world doesn’t even know more about him
“Are you out of your mind?” My eardrums were shattered by that scream of Ma’am Cassandra, our Editor-in-Chief. The more I got to know it, the more I almost accompanied that shout in my mind. I knew very well what else could she say.When I dropped the call earlier from the C.C Cars, I immediately asked her for a consultation.I also asked about a good car to buy because it looks like I was tempted to buy something in no time then she became mad about it instantly, screaming her lungs out.“Ma’am, you know it’s not a waste. Kuya’s been so addicted to cars. It will be a few months since his birthday. I could send that to him as a gift, right?” I’ve never been so unsure about this.“I just really have no choice, Ma’am. This is the only option I have. If I have a chance to get this, I will definitely be ahead of other
“1991 Black Eagle. . . that baby is mine,” I said proudly. My shameless older brother has very good taste. It looks like this is also the latest release of C.C. Cars, so I will definitely get Mr. Carter’s attention—or maybe I already got it.Firstly, I just have to show him how interested I am in cars. With that, he would also like to talk to me. Men are always like that. When it comes to cars, they become talkative. “You have a nice taste.”I laughed softly at the thought. I told you so; my primary goal for the day is not for the cars. It’s Mr. Carter—I’ll him have a conversation with me.For a reporter like me, time is very important. In a day, we do not only have to be productive. We also need to double or even triple our efforts.It is usual for us to work even 24/7, especially when there is something interesting going on. I find this on
“Go on. Ask me,” the man said calmly as soon as we entered his office. I picked up the little recorder again. It was as if the wind had just blown away everything I wanted to ask and find out.I sat down on the sofa that was there. I have been thinking back and forth about this very neat and nice office. Seriously, there is still this kind of man who’s very clean with things. You will notice that because even the papers he held earlier when I first entered here are stacked on piles. It was not just stacked in place.He seems so organized. All his gestures seem to be calculated.“Last year, I won the Antonio Facundo Awards 2019. That was a great achievement for journalists. My team and I made a documentary with our star, Tanya Tebrero. Do you know her? One of the most famous writers in the Philippines. Our hardships became successful. We won the award for best documentary, and
“Ta Av!” I hurriedly went to Jacques and hugged him tightly. No matter how bad my day is, this kid always brightens the mood. “How’s my Jacques?” He nodded with a big grin and made an okay sign. I loaded it without saying anything, so he laughed and laughed. That’s always what he wanted, eh. “Hey!” I automatically turned to Kuya Jac with sharp eyes his teasing. “Where’s the key, by the way?” I didn’t speak. I dropped the key in his open palm. I just can’t believe this. I spent thirty million on today’s visit. “What is your problem? I mean– what comes to your mind to buy a thirty-million sports car?” I smiled at Jacques again before I lowered my gaze to him. “Shut up!” I shouted before going straight to my room. Now, what? What is my next plan? Am I gonn
“Oh, God! My tummy’s about to blow out!” I was holding my stomach as we made our way out. Levi was by my side, doing nothing but laugh throughout our walk. He’s very cheerful, and I just further proved that he is really the opposite of Cormac now that I am with the young man. Yes, I have also learned that he does not have a girlfriend, but all his sisters are girls. He also explained why he knew how to deal with women, handle them, talk and treat them. I really enjoyed being with Levi. Too bad it was the wrong timing for this meeting, but I’m sure if the moment’s different, we will be good friends. He is also loud like Kuya Jac, but he only releases pure humor, not offending me or anything. We made a walk in the mall for a few hours and decided to eat after carrying a lot of things when we came out. “You really didn’t have to do this but thank you so much.&rdqu
I let out a scream the next time I woke up. From the room where I was, I could see the reckless sunshine. With a loud shout, I tightened my grip on the blanket that was just covering the rest of my naked body.Cormac jumped off the bed, even though he was surprised by my shout and slightly confused, but when he saw the situation of the two of us in the same bed, he was only able to say, “What the hell is this?” I quickly picked up the clothes on the floor, not letting go of the blanket blocking me. When I got it, I went straight to the bathroom, locked it, then only released the smile of success. I just did it! The bomb just exploded. Last night, we actually slept together. I really thought I could not make the plan, so I am very grateful that my brother called around four in the morning. I followed the desperate plan. I slowly undressed him—his shirt, including his pants.