Terrified

Chapter 13: Past, Present, Future (Part 1 of 3)

Learn from the past experiences, live in the wonderful present that cannot undone and rewind, while planning for a future that can be made possible with passion. This is how people are supposedly living their one life given to them. Be a better person than the yesterdays, be true and genuine during the present and shape oneself for any possible future that's ahead to be fully-equipped.

Do not look into the painful past, rather move on and live the present like it's the last. Let the past be a stepping stone to grasp into better decisions to be made, and be wiser in the future. Whatever anyone's going through, may it be the hell or the heavens, people pick up a lesson from each experience, grab into challenges, see light from the hardships and finish it with a posture.

On this busy day of a Wednesday, as the season is giving signs to its near end wherein the snows that once covered the whole town is gradually melting, the trees are giving signs to grow its leaves once again, the airport is packed with various people. Busy as it has always been, this is where they started their day altogether, meeting at one spot, far enough from the eagle eyes of the public not to be feasted by anyone.

In her backpack and luggage being pulled, Heart arrived to the meeting spot and found Fatima, together with Yumi and Bianca, already waiting for her. She had invited everyone to come over, and she had definitely expected them to be complete yet she still excitedly hopped towards them as if she's surprised of their complete attendance. The biggest smile on her face is worn, rather than the frown of saying goodbye to taint her pink glossy lips.

"You're late." Fatima rolled her eyes and acted cold. But then she went on asking concerned while fixing the messed up collar of Heart's outfit, "Have you checked-in some of your bags?"

"Yes ma'am!" Heart saluted.

Bianca's eyes are glittering as she stares at Heart, ogling her too close that Yumi had to pull her back for she's nearing her face. As everyone gave her a questioning look, she clarifies herself, "Oh, sorry. I haven't really seen her up close and since she's leaving, I'm just making sure."

"Making sure of what?" Yumi raised an eyebrow.

"If she's really that vlogger Heart Ryan Evangelista." Bianca said and received a chortle from Fatima, an awkward grin from Heart and her girlfriend shaking her head in disbelief. "I told you, I'm her fan and I watched her videos before I got blind before! Please don't look at me with those suspicious looks!" She then whined upon noticing everyone's eyes are on her, especially to her girlfriend who acted jealous.

Heart laughs to break the ice, "I really am Heart. Who else? And it's good that you're able to see again, Bianca. I'm so happy for you and Yumi too."

"Don't forget to give us a call anytime you need us, okay? We're always here. I know not everything went well during your stay here but know that wherever you are, we're always your friends." Yumi assured and gave Heart a tap on her shoulder.

"I'll be looking forward for more contents from you, though it would be fun if one day, you'll be able to continue your barista series with Fatima." Bianca winked as she teased, making Heart blush at her remark.

When it's Fatima's turn to talk, Yumi signaled her lover to move away and give them space and privacy. Thus, the lovebirds quietly waved goodbye and walked out of the scene but Bianca kept looking back to gather some juicy information, and as a result Yumi had to roughly pull her away and forcibly made her head look straight ahead. Their cute argument caused both Fatima and Heart to giggle, removing any heaviness that's dividing them apart for this moment.

"So..." Heart breathed and flashed a smile for Fatima not to feel sad over her departure. "...this isn't goodbye, okay?" She clarified and pulled Fatima for an embrace, for her not to feel the pain of being left alone. "I'll keep in touch with you, I promised, right? Don't cry but if you do, make sure you'll tell me. If you miss me, tell me. I cannot promise that I'll come back running like a superhero when you're having troubles but I hope you do know that I'll always support you even from afar." She whispered gently close to Fatima's ears and caressed her back to ease her worries.