Capturing The Ice Queen's Heart

Chapter 37

Chapter 37

Insel

"Olympic bronze medalist Isla Lorenzo was spotted on a rendezvous with her rumored boyfriend at a mall in Pasay."

I read the headline of the article from a local online news website and stifled a smile. Stolen photos of Triton and I were attached to it and a woman even commented that he was a student at DSLU and the son of my head coach. Pati 'yung viral photos noon ni Triton sa carwash ay nagsilabasan.

Meanwhile, someone posted my video while skating and it extended worldwide—much to everyone's surprise. After all, it was the first time that I skated in public since my hiatus. The opinions about me were divided, but it didn't matter anymore.

But... Nikola Kozlov posted on 'X' that caused a stir and once again she gained empathy from fans.

nikola_kozlov: When a thief and a liar are loud and proud... I'm so grossed out! 🤮

Seriously? Why would she act like a victim as if I stole something from her? She was manipulative and conceited!

"Her nasty attitude makes me want to puke..." bulong ko at itinabi 'yung phone.

Huminga ako ng malalim at isinubo 'yung ubas. I stuffed my mouth as I watched the Zamboni resurface the ice. The first part of my training was done at maya-maya ay tututukan na namin 'yung choreography. Richie arrived here early to discuss with my coaches.

He smiled and sat beside me. "What are your plans for your short and free skate program? Ethereal at princess ba ulit ang atake? You're known for your elegance and grace in the rink, Isla. Do you still want to be in your comfort zone or may iba kang idea? You're in total control and naka-alalay lang kami para sa mas magandang kalalabasa ng mga routine mo."

Ngumiti rin ako at inalok siya ng ubas. Then, I put it aside and thought about what he said. That was the Isla they knew, and the elegance and grace that I showcased in every performance didn't go away. I had it until now for it was instilled deep within my heart and soul. Kaya lang...

"I wanna do something different this season. That's already my trademark, but I wanna change the way I perform. This season is my chance to leave an impression on people kaya naman gusto ko na ibang Isla 'yung makita nila. They'll easily get tired of me if I stay that way, right?"

"Absolutely! 'Yung iba nga nag-re-recycle lang ng routines nila—same choreography but different music. And in your case, you have to come back stronger," Richie said resolutely.

I smirked. "I have a theme for the short program..."

He understood the assignment and from then on, he worked on the song choice and played hundreds of them. Some were a mashup of two classical pieces and some were a medley of famous singers—or soundtracks of movies. Songs with lyrics weren't allowed before, but the ISU has made changes in skating rules over time.

"Too classical, Richie. It almost sounded like a song for Kings and Queens," puna ni Coach Ara.

"Let's pass on that one," dagdag ni Coach Joaquin.

Richie nodded and skipped to the next playlist. Sa intro pa lang ay parehong natigilan ang mga coach ko. They look at each other as if they took a trip down memory lane. I slowly gasped when I realized what was playing.

"Is that..." nabiting tanong ni Richie nang pumasok si Coach Joaquin sa rink.

We fell into silence when he started dancing to the music—performing the original choreography. Shocked, Coach Ara stood up and went near the boards to watch him closely. Napatayo na rin kami ni Richie at bahagyang lumapit doon.