"I mustered all my courage to come here and see you, Serena. I was actually thinking that you might never give me a chance to talk to you. I was rehearsing my lines like crazy while on the plane. I thought I was ready, but looking at you now face to face, I don't think I'll be ready." Paolo said it all in one breath, as he is clearly nervous."Paolo, you're talking too fast. But tell me... What brings you here?" Serena trues to calm him down.Paolo took a deep breath before speaking again."I want to take my chances again...With you." he seriously announced.Serena's heart started to beat like crazy."But how about Via?" She's now getting worried about ber sister's welfare. Via can't live without Paolo, and she won't let him leave her sister just because he "wanted to take another chance" with her.She is willing to sacrifice her happiness for her sister.But she had a surprise of her life when she heard Paolo's answer."Via gave me my freedom."“W-What?” Serena asked, while getting
"You did the right thing, Paolo. You didn't make a mistake in choosing my sister." Serena's nodded."That's what I told myself back then, Serena. But when you came back Walnut Creek ten years later, my life did a complete change. I felt like I was betraying Via because I can't get you off my mind. And that's when I realized that you will never be erased from my heart and mind." Paolo finally confesses everything."I feel the same way too, Paolo." Serena wanted to say it out loud, but she stops herself."You don't have to be guilty, Serena. Before I came here, Via and I had meaningful talk. We were able to have a proper closure. And I don't know if you heard about it already, but she's planning to get married soon." Paolo suddenly made an early announcement."W-What?" Serena lets out an audible gasp."Via might scold me for this since she wanted to surprise you and your father, but she told me that she getting married to Dave, who's also from the treatment center. They're very much in
Fifteen years have passed.BIANCA slowly pulled the sting of her bow and focused all of her attention towards the mark.When she was sure of the distance towards the mark, she finally releases her grip on the string to shoot her target.Bianca did not take her eyes off the target. In a split second, the arrow landed on the inner yellow ring. Her score is a perfect 10.She smiled, while feeling satisfied at her practice performance. She feels like she's in a good condition, and her confidence with her skills grew.She hopes that in the future, she can represent her country in the International Archery Competition."Wow, I think you're in good shape, Bianca. You're more than ready for the International competition. But don't be too confident... I still want you to give your one hundred percent in our practice, is that clear?" her coach, Nick Henderson gave her an advice. He has been her coach since he was eight years old."Of course, Coach." Bianca replied with a smile.After a while, t
"Whatever. She's still our childhood friend, and nothing will change." Clark shot back, in a stubborn manner."Whatever you say, man." Van was helplessly shaking his head.=========================Walnut Creek. Bianca smilingly breathes in a gulpful of fresh air as soon as she steps out from their car. After so many years of staying in the big city, she's finally back home, where she was born."Did you miss Walnut Creek, sweetheart?" Brianna smilingly asks her daughter."I miss everything about Walnut Creek!" Bianca happily explained.Ever since he started practicing and doing training for archery, he hasn't been able to go back to their hometown."Alright, let's go inside the house so that we can eat lunch and take a rest." Nigel told his wife and daughter."Nothing has changed in this house. It really feels like I'm finally back home!" Bianca excitedly enunciated."Oh, right. I forgot to tell you guys that our washing machine doesn't work anymore. I bought a new one yesterday, bu
The next morning.Clark decided to drop by Uncle Dave and Auntie Via's laundry shop. As soon as he reached his destination, he immediately walks straight to the dining room, where Van and his parents are currently having breakfast."Good morning, Uncle Dave and Auntie Via! And to you as well, Van!" he happily greeted everyone."Come and join us for breakfast, dear." Via invited her nephew to eat with them."Thanks!" Clark chirped, and then he grabbed a plate, spoon and fork.After a few moments, the four of them are eating breakfast together."Your cousin here told us that Bianca is back at Walnut Creek." Via suddenly spoke."What? I didn't have any idea that she's back. When did she come back? And is she staying here for good?" Clark asked one after another."I asked her the same question, Clark. She said that she's here for a vacation, and she's going to stay here for a month." relayed Van."Oh. And when did you two talk? Why didn't you call me?" Clark asked Van another set of quest
While Bianca was talking about her mother's dress and the upcoming Waldorf High Reunion Party, he was staring at her, as if she is the most beautiful girl in the world.No one knows his secret, not even his childhood friend, Van, that he has been inlove with Bianca since they were sixteen years old. For so many years, he's been wanting to confess his feelings towards her, however he's afraid that their situation will change and it will become awkward.He's trying his best to hide his feelings because he doesn't want to ruin their friendship. Their current relationship as childhood friends is already enough for him."Hey! Why are you so quiet all of a sudden?"Clark's train of thoughts stops in a halt when she heard Bianca's voice again."Oh, I'm sorry. What were you saying?" he asked, as soon as he regains his composure."I'm asking you on when can I get this dress after it's dry cleaned..." Bianca repeated her question."You can get it tomorrow. Or if you want, I can drop it off to y
"Bianca, sweetheart, let's go over there. I want you to meet my other highschool friends other than Clark and Van' parents." Brianna informs her daughter."Sure, mom." Bianca agrees rightaway.The mother and the daughter started walking towards a group of people who were happily chatting. Bianca smiled when she saw the familiar faces of Uncle Paolo, Auntie Serena, Uncle Dave and Auntie Via. She feels much comfortable seeing her bestfriends Clark and Van, too."Nigel and Brianna are the perfect example of "opposites attracts." After so many decades, look at them now! They look amazing as husband and wife!" Paolo smilingly said."I guess I'm really destined to be with our school's geek. Even if I have the chance to go back to the past, I wouldn't change anything. I will still choose you and marry you." Brianna lovingly told her husband, Nigel."Well, the nerd wins in the end." Nigel joked, as he gave his wife a playful wink.Their children, Clark, Van and Brianna are just listening to t
Clark, Van, and Bianca are now at a certain beach.The three of them are walking by the seashore, just admiring the beautiful afternoon scenery..."Why are you so quiet, Bianca? Are you still thinking what happened at the reunion?" Clark suddenly asks Bianca."Yeah, not because I'm scared, but I'm actually thanking my lucky stars because I have you two as my bestfriends. You're always there to support me and protect me." Bianca answered, in a serious manner.Clark and Van stares at Bianca, who's looking at the sunset. It was as if something is tugging their hearts. The sun's reflection gives her an amazing glow which made her really pretty.Bianca's brown eyes are glowing against the afternoon sun. gave a strange glow to her whole face."Hey, why are you both staring at me like that? Is there something weird on my face?" Bianca suddenly bombarded Clark and Van with questions.Clark and Van shook their heads, as they were trying to wake up from a trance...============================