The face of the past

The ice from a girl's whiskey bottle was again turned around as she swirled it with her middle finger. Liana can be seen sitting in a high chair, facing the bar counter.Few more moments had passed of Liana staring at the sweating glass. The ice is slowly melting, diluting the drink. Before the taste gets bland, Liana took a hold of the glass and chugged the alcohol. It created a scorching heat in her throat as she swallowed it down her stomach."I need one more," Said by Liana to the bartender available without leaving her eyes on the empty glass. She figured more alcohol would temporarily erase her exhaustion from work."You sure, ma'am? You look drunk already,"Liana averted her gaze to the early-thirties man with wrinkled forehead. Annoyance kicked in quickly hearing something she didn't want to hear."Isn't it the purpose of being here?"Both the bartender and Liana let their attention be taken by the tall man who walked close. He looked stunningly fierce with his gray polo and c

Liana nervously sat on the seat in front of the dean's table. For some reason, she received news that the dean is calling for her due to a very important discussion. Is it a salary raise? A promotion? Or bad news? "Miss Garcia. So uhm… I called you here to announce that you're not gonna be able to teach here anymore. We're firing you," Liana's lips parted in shock. It was very confusing and astounding news. In panic, her mind started digging for a possible reason why, but she didn't find one. "Dean, I don't get it…" The dean sighed. "We needed to cut off teachers–" "But the teachers are just enough, dean," Liana argued. She didn't mean to be disrespectful, but the sudden decision doesn't make sense for her. "I'm sorry, miss Garcia. I cannot do anything about it anymore. You may pack your things and leave within this day," Liana thought about her family. They need her. Samuel needs his medications; it shouldn't be stopped or else something might happen to him again. "Miss Garci

There they were again.Liana clutched on her bag, showing a sign of uneasiness. Everyone's eyes are on her and she doesn't like it. She couldn't simply be in the building because when they catch her, they put their attention to her."Why can't they just eat peacefully and let me fall in line for my food in peace too?" Liana said in her mind with a little forehead crease."Wonder why they're always staring?"Liana almost jumped in her place when someone from her back whispered. Liana looked back and that's when a long wavy haired girl at her age smiled."I'm Pat, an employee here,""I'm–""Liana. I know. Almost everyone knows you already," Pat butted in on Liana's introduction.Unsure what to do or say, Liana only nodded with a small beam.Pat laughed at Liana's wordless response. "Don't worry, some might, but not everyone hates you,"Liana remained silent. It may be connected to their jealousy, like what Raven said.Pat wanted to say something and she was about to when she noticed Lia

Kai fixed his posture. Victor was walking from the door to Kai who's standing beside his table. Victor's right hand man remained standing near the door."Dad," Kai responded, trying to avoid his father's eyes. He looked at the floor when Victor stopped near him."Where's the secretary you're bragging about?" Victor's voice was deep and harsh."She's on her way up here, Dad," Kai's voice almost trembled. He unaware of what's better, to beg Liana to come up faster or to pray Liana wouldn't show up because he'll be in danger by the time her father sees her.Victor scoffed. "Wasn't she trained to be punctual? I did not come here to wait! Dios Mio!""G-good afternoon…"Kai let out a quiet sigh when Liana entered the room. A heavy breath was heard from Victor as soon as he laid his eyes on Liana."G-good afternoon, sir…" Liana looked down, knees slightly trembling.Kai knows then he's finally in danger.