Loving This Bitch

CHAPTER 24

"Oh my! Is this Nionahlie?!" Sabi ng isa sa mga kaibigan ni Mommy.

Kararating ko lang. Hindi naman ako late pero marami-rami na agad ang mga bisita.

"Yes..." ani Mommy at dumikit sa akin. Bahagya naman akong umurong dahil hindi ako comfortable na magkatabi kami.

"My god! Ang laki mo na! At ang ganda-ganda mo pa," sabi niya.

Hindi ko siya kilala pero nginitian ko na lang para hindi naman mapahiya itong Mommy ko sa tabi.

"Hello po, Tita. Ang ganda mo rin po," plastik kong sabi kasabay ng pag-ngiti sa kaniya nang matamis.

"Oh, I love your daughter, Natalie."

Tumawa lang si Mommy. Natigil lang ang pakikipagplastikan ko sa kanila nang may dumating na butler at iginiya kami sa aming table. Inikot ko ang aking paningin sa kabuoan ng lugar.

Tita Cerise's 42nd birthday and her wedding anniversary were celebrated together in a beautiful and elegant event. The party took place in the lovely garden of their mansion. The garden was decorated with fairy lights and white cloths. There was a large tent with tables set with pretty plates, glasses, and flowers.

Delicate fairy lights were strung throughout the garden, casting a soft, magical glow over the entire setting. They were carefully wrapped around the trees, creating a twinkling canopy that shimmered like stars above the guests.

Inside the large tent, elegant chandeliers hung from the ceiling, adding a touch of sophistication. These chandeliers provided a warm, inviting light that illuminated the beautifully set tables with their fine china and crystal glassware. The gentle light reflected off the glass and silver, creating a sparkling effect that added to the evening's elegance.

Additionally, small lanterns were placed along the pathways, guiding guests through the garden with their soft, flickering light. These lanterns added a cozy and intimate feel, making the entire garden seem like a fairy tale setting.

So perfect.

Maya-maya ay nagpalakpakan na ang mga bisita kaya napatingin ako sa bagong dating. It was Tito Izaac, kalalabas lang ng limousine. Umikot siya at pinagbuksan ang kabilang pinto at doon lumabas si Tita Cerise. 

She's stunning.

Tita Cerise wore a stunning dress and greeted guests with her husband. Their daughter, Rinoa, helped plan the event and made sure everything was perfect. Pinasuot nga ni Rinoa ang garden dress na pinili ko. Pero parang may nagbago?

"Hi, Cerise, nice to see you again," bati ni Mommy sa kaniya nang lumapit ang dalawa sa amin. Nakipagbeso siya sa mag-asawa nang nakangiti. Ganoon din ang ginawa ko.

"Hey, Nat. It's been a while." Magiliw na sabi ni Tita Cerise.

"Yes, ang tagal na rin nating hindi nakakapag-bonding."

Tita Cerise laughed. "Oo nga e, sobrang busy kasi naming mag-asawa. By the way, I heard na ikaw raw ang nag-design ng dress ko for tonight?"

Nagulat ako sa sinabi ni tita at napatingin kay Mommy na hanggang ngayon ay nakangiti pa rin at nakatingin kay Tita.

She what?

Maarteng tumawa si Mommy. "Yes, how was it? Nagustuhan mo ba?"

Tiningnan ni Tita ang dress na suot. "Yes, it's so comfortable and beautiful." She looked at Mommy, "After all these years, wala ka pa ring kupas sa paggawa ng mga gowns. Mabuti na lang at sa'yo ako nagpagawa."

My mother seemed flattered. I rolled my eyes.

"By the way, where's your daughter?" Biglang tanong ni Mommy sa kaniya.