SEGRETEZZA

S18

JUNE 29, 2022

"Many times in life, we don't get what we want, and occasionally, we become someone or something that we didn't intend to. My life has been so filled with drama, upheaval brought on by those around me, and lies that had to be kept hidden in order to survive. My family has faced a lot of criticism since my father was elected president of the Philippines. We never came to Malacanan with the intention of gaining power, and I never imagined living here so I could be pampered like a princess. Although it would be ideal for us to avoid it, what power do we have if the sambayanang Filipino wants him to here. People have their own beliefs and opinions, which we respected and never ignored, we heard your complains and appreciations. To those who have supported us from the beginning, thank you so much ~ and those who continued to doubt us, we still want to thank you for allowing us to serve you for the six fruitful years. To Papa? Finally, you will be living with us again in Davao. This means an end to late-night discussions about "this and that projects" to the health-damaging sleepless nights, and to "those-thing" you already know about that HAHA. Papa, you did a great job nurturing this country, and it's now time to relax and enjoy your family. Thank you to each one of you for allowing me to serve as your "acting first-lady KUNO" even though the title never fits me and will never be. To our PSGs, thank you for treating us with respect and ensuring our safety, to my respected PSGs that turns to be my Kuyas, you guys are one of a kind. I'm sorry for those repeated "run-aways from here to everywhere" but still managed to make friends with you. God bless you everybody, and I thank you. I am Elliez Ameery Z. Duterte, who is excited to finally say " I am officially signing off as your acting first lady. Please note the sarcasm hehe."

Elliez's speech to the people who are currently gathering here in Malacanan, the new President is about to be inuagurated tomorrow outside in National Museum of Fine Arts. The farewell party was set to be public via live.

People were giving her applause as she gets out of the little stage, Senators, Congressmans, and other politicians were invited to the said event. Some are giving her handshakes and hugs as they congratulated her for the beautiful speech she just delivered. She was walking gracefully to a table that is not far from the stage where Senators were seated.

" Senator Marcos? Can I have a minute with you please? " Elliez ask and smiles, while the Senator stood up as they excused themselves from others.

They went to the beautiful fountain of the Malacanan, as much as Elliez want it to hide from her but a promise is a promise. He promised her father that the secret will be revealed when PRRD's term has ended. She has never broke a promise, she has always been true to her words.

" Elliez, what is it that you want to tell me? I felt your uncomfy aura as we walked down here? Is there something bothering you? " the Senator asked.

" There is... but allow me to breath some fresh air first before I bomb everything to you. " although shocked she just looked at her and smile. Giving comfort to her by just smiling, maybe it would help - she thought.

There was a deafening silence as they were standing there looking at the fountain , Elliez gazed her eyes around her and saw her PSGs and Senator Imee's security around the area but everyone was quiet even the streets, no cars were strolling though it's just 10:30 pm in her clock. She continues to look around and her heart skips as she saw Senator Imee looking intently at her, confused of the way she's acting and a bit worried.

" Elliez are you okay? " she asked as she walks to her.

Elliez felt Senator's hands holding both of her arms as if consoling her, that when she felt she is not ready yet. Senator Imee hugged her tight.