The Goalkeeper and the Dreamer (Young Love Series #1)

Chapter 5

"Mommy, tulungan na kita." I just came out of my room and saw her carrying a lot of delivery boxes sa labas ng bahay.

Even though I was surprised, I decided to help her.

I helped her carry the boxes towards the living area. "Mommy? kanino 'tong mga 'to?"

Her eyes widened, and she swallowed. "T-these boxes came from my friend from another country. It's just a package from her."

"Halika, tulungan mo 'kong buksan 'to, kuhanin ko lang 'yung gunting."

I nodded slightly, but deep inside, I knew that these boxes didn't come from her friend.

The only friend I knew of was Aunt Fairy, who had gone abroad due to financial constraints.

That's why I found it suspicious that these boxes seemed expensive, considering our house is quite large and has a white color with a glass design.

As I looked at the box, I noticed some crumpled papers. Curiosity got the better of me, so I opened it. To my surprise, I found a letter with a name on it. I quickly hid it in my pocket and went back at tinulungan si Mommy mag linis.

"Aurina, pw'ede ka nang pumunta sa kuwarto mo, ako nang bahala dito." Napa-tango ako at umakyat sa taas.

It has been 3 weeks, and Veronica and I haven't been talking. Maybe Dean was right, and it was just infatuation. I still have feelings for him, but if he doesn't feel the same way, I won't force it.

Even at school, nag ngingitian nalang kami kapag nag-kasalubungan.

We're no longer the best friends we used to be. Even with Dean, I just glanced at him. Maybe I was blinded and confused by the line between liking someone and loving them.

I remembered the paper I saw earlier,  I took it and locked my door.

I went to my bed and sat down. With a heavy heart, I read the handwritten letter.

Logan Paul Usvabkiha

My brow furrowed as I realized that the  letter came from a different country, indicated by the surname mentioned. I was puzzled because my mom didn't have any male friends since my dad left us.

The words is in a different language. We have studied this before, so if I'm not mistaken, it is French. I quickly went to my study table, opened my laptop, and went to Google Translator.

Google Translate: French To English

Bonjour, mon cher/dear. As-tu aimé les cadeaux que je t'ai donnés ? Ils sont tous neufs et coûteux, donc j'espère qu'ils te plaisent. Je suis désolé(e) d'avoir pris un peu de temps, c'était difficile à gérer ici, mais j'espère que nous pourrons nous voir bientôt. Je t'aime.

Translation: Hello, my dear. Did you like the gifts I gave you? They are all brand new and expensive, so I hope you like them. I'm sorry for taking a bit of time, it was challenging to handle here, but I hope we can see each other soon. I love you.

I felt a wave of disappointment, Ileaned back on the backrest of my study chair, covering my face with my hands.

Hindi pa sinasabi ni Mommy ang tungkol d'yan. O' baka kaya hindi si Mommy yung tinutukoy n'ya?

I opened my cabinet and was about to put the paper inside when I noticed the pictures of Dean.

I took the pictures and smiled sadly. Perhaps I do look like an obsessed creep.

I returned the pictures and paper to the cabinet and closed it. I wiped my hands and laid down on the bed.

I still have feelings for Dean, but I need to prioritize taking care of myself. I have neglected this for 4 years, and now I need to make amends.

I composed myself because I planned to go to the pet shop. My mom has started working, and I rarely get to see her, so it's better to have someone with me at home.

I took an Uber because my mom left after cleaning, and it was already 5:09 Pm. I wore a white t-shirt, white pants, and a white headband.

I went to the pet shop in Quezon City since it's closer. They have such cute pets. As I entered, my eyes lit up when I saw a Japanese Spitz puppy and a white askal. They were both so pretty, and they are both girls.

Maliliit palang sila, kaya, hindi ako nahirapang buhatin sila.

Wala naman akong masyadong dala, tanging ang shoulder bag at mga essentials things nila.

"This is your home, my Babies." I opened the door and let them out, allowing them to play in their new home.

Dinala ko na sila sa kuwarto ko nang napagod na sila ka-kalaro. I-nihiga ko sila sa kama ko at dimampian ng halik sa noo. Pw'ede na ata akong maging Mommy material dito.

I paused and looked at my ringing cellphone.

093815917991 | Bff4EV | Veronica Kadelyn V. Valador

ACCEPT     DECLINED

My eyes widened, I click the accept button and sat up straight, "Hello, Veronica, napatawag ka?" patay malisya lang 'te, kunawari walang nangyaring away.

I sighed and touch my forehead. "Can we talk?" My jaw dropped.