I briskly walked into the classroom. It's Friday and the last day of January. I straightened my hair and suddenly stopped. I was even in the hallway of the building when the faces of senior women greeted me. I don't know them but based on their uniform it is obvious that they are seniors. What are its problems and does it seem angry to me?
"Amara Francesca Acosta. Is that right?" promise the woman in the middle. She raised one eyebrow and her face was full of lipstick."It's me. Is there a problem?" I asked calmly even though I felt that those in front of me were just basagulera."Yes there is. You.""Huh?" I don't understand them. I don't even know them and then they say I'm their problem? Are they kidding me?"How are you and Raxon and he always delivers you? Are you his girlfriend or what?"I smirked. That's the only reason. Raxon. The narrowness of the brains of people to oh. You thought something would chanI stayed silent while he's caressing my hair. I don't know but the fear I felt subsided because of his hug. I feel safe and calm in his arms. I don't know how he knew where I am, but still, I am so thankful that he arrived. I'm thankful that someone else cares about me like this. He pulled away from me and looked at my face. He then wiped the trail of tears in my face. "Fuck." he crispy cheap. "I really hate looking at your tears." Even though what had happened recently was still fresh in my mind, I was still able to smile at him. "T-Thank you .. Rax." He didn't smile back nor say anything. He still looked dark and serious. My lips parted when in a flash he was able to carry me. His muscles flexed as he carried me in a bridal style. I want to contradict but I'm physically and emotionally tired to do so. I looked at him. Our gazes met that made my heart beats so fast. Too fast I can't seem to breathe. Our gaze was cut off as he looked ahead and
"Are you okay?" Raxon asked concerned. The police only left after I gave my own statement. I got carried away that's why I was a little bit emotional. I nodded. Behind him were mama and aunt who were worriedly looking at me. They didn't open the karenderia first to get my attention. "You sure?" "Yeah." I sigh. "By the way will Clifford be imprisoned? I guess he's just a minor." "That asshole is not a minor Amara. He's already eighteen." I breathed a sigh of relief at what he said. I really won't let that man go unaccountable for the sin he committed against me. "He really should just be locked up!" si tiya. Raxon stood up. His eyes are still on me. "I'll go ahead. Take a rest." he promised before facing mama. "I'll be the first." Aunt Delia smiled while mama nodded expressionlessly. He didn't even look at Raxon as if that was the thing he hated to do the most. What's wrong?
The mellow music made me feel calm. It is good to hear and very comforting to feel. I sip pineapple juice while watching the dancers in the hall. I guess, they're having so much fun. Well, that's really the purpose of it isn't it? To enjoy. I am just sitting here at a corner when Mike blocked my sight. "May I have this dance?" he said all at once with his hand. It even knows a little bit like what princes do in disney movies. "Of course Mike." I smiled and gave my hand to him. We walked towards the hall and mingled with the dancers there. The lights are dim but I still saw how his brown eyes twinkled in happiness. I could feel his nervousness as he carefully placed his hand on my waist. I smiled and put my hands on his nape as we start to follow the rhythm of the soft music. "You're nervous." I stated. "Sobra." I chuckled. I don’t know but I’m comfortable with him. In fact, I’m not as nervous a
When Monday came I was eager to go to school. The climate is good today. Cloudy and no sign of rain. The flowers are blooming and the view of the dancing trees around is making the surroundings look livelier. How I love the colors of nature. It never failed to give me the tranquility that I always want. I just really hope the weather is always like this, happy and calm. "Your boyfriend is Raxon?" I had just entered our building when a student stopped me to ask that. "No." He raised an eyebrow at me. "In that case, why did he go to the prom with you? Someone said he kissed you." My eyes widened at the last thing he said. Maybe because I just focused my attention on Raxon I forgot about that thing. Possibly a few saw us and even told others. The speed still spread chismis. "We have no relationship." before he could speak I passed him. I don't care what they think, anyway. And about the kiss, what will I answer when someone else asks? Why is it t
"What do you and Raxon have, hija?" Mother asked, one night. They had just closed the karenderia. I didn't answer right away. "Nothing." How do I call my connection with Raxon, anyway? Even I don’t know what’s up with us. All I know is we enjoy being with each other. She sighed and sat down next to me. "Is he flirting?" "N-Not either... but," she kept looking at me, waiting for me to add. "But, he said he wanted me." She didn't say a single word. He just looked at me as if reading my mind. I know, even if mama doesn't say she's worried about me. "Do you like him?" he asked cautiously. I was stunned and could not answer. What will I say? Even I wasn’t sure how I felt for him. All I know is just, I'm happy whenever he's around. Even though I was stuck looking at him, I still wanted to see him. I always want to hear his husky voice and his sweet words. If that's the basis of liking someone maybe, I really like him. "I don't know..."
I close my eyes when I feel the gentle breeze. I stood in front of the window, just waking up from a long sleep. I didn't even smile when I remembered it was Saturday. The day I was waiting for came. "Good morning." I found my aunt putting food on our small table. He grinned. "Hey, my niece looks pretty awake, ah." "Won't you open the karenderia today?" I wondered sharply when there were no dishes like they always cook for sale. "Besides, where's mom?" He put down a pitcher of water before looking at me. "Didn't your mom tell you last night?" "Of what? He didn't say anything to me." "He's up there, preparing because he's leaving for Cebu today. Don't you remember? It's his dad's birthday, and he's going to visit his grave." I got a bruise on my forehead. Why did I even forget that? It's grandpa's birthday today. Maybe that's why mama didn't say it was because she thought I already knew what day it was. Stupid Am
"With highest honors, Amara Francesca Acosta!" I was greeted by a fancy applause. Today is our moving up ceremony, the day that most of my fellow grade 10 students have been waiting for. I am happy, not because of the medals hanging on me today, but because I have held it for another year. Thank God for guiding me throughout the school year. I came down the stage with a smile on my face especially when I saw someone smiling while looking at me. He was in the back, sitting and eyes straight at me. "Congrats Amara!" greetings from a few of my kabatchmates after the ceremony. I also greeted them with all smiles. Of course, picture-taking is not lost. "Congrats to us, sissy!" Lalaine shouted happily then without saying a word hugged me tightly. "What are you, Laine. I guess it's your OA. You thought we graduated from college." He let go of me. "We should still be thankful that we got here! Don't be killjoy Amara!" "
I took a deep breath and forced myself to calm down. I looked at my reflection on the mirror and I saw a beautiful young woman in a simple peach dress. This was the dress that my mother gave me as a gift on my birthday last year. And tonight I just decided to wear it, the night when the celebration for Raxon's mom's birthday will be held. I was never been fond of dresses, and I don't wear it as a casual attire. But this night is different. I'm going to a big party. So of course, I should wear an appropriate attire for that occasion. As I closed my eyes, a face of a particular man flashed on my mind. The words he said the last time we met came to my mind again. It was the words that keep on wandering in my mind for the past day. I love you, Amara I could not speak when he said those words. I was shocked and my heart was beating so fast and hard. I fainted and did nothing but let him hug me during those hours. It's just, I never expect