Maybe we could be more

Chapter 1

"Okay representatives of both groups please come in front and pick a paper from the bowl." Sir Holland said.

My group mates chose me as the representative. As usual ako naman palagi I expected it already. For the other group they chose Alexander.

Alex for short, my academic rival.

We both went in front. We played rock paper scissors to choose who would pick the paper in the bowl first. I trust my instincts kaya nag rock ako. Sa sobrang bait ng mundo talo ako. Alex smirked with his squinted eyes. Mukha siyang baliw.

Alex picked the paper and wala akong choice. The last paper in the bowl was for me. "Don't open the paper yet. Open it with your groupmates after I introduce the motion."

Alex and I looked at each other competitively. He had his stupid smirk and winked at me. Gosh he's so full of himself. Very irritating and annoying. Kung pwede lang tusok tong ballpen sa mata niya eh.

"This motion is about Animal testing, there will be the Government side who will defend the motion then the Opposition side who must argue against the motion. "Alright, Alexander and Audrey present your papers now to your groupmates." Mr. Holland said.

I was hoping na Opposition side kami because, I totally disagree with animal testing. When we opened the papers I heard Alex's group screaming "yes!" and obviously they got the opposition side and we got the government side.

"You are given 8 minutes to talk with your group and once the timer is done the representatives will present your argument and your claim." Sir Holland said.

I immediately talked with my groupmates. I looked at Alex's group to check what they're doing and as usual he did all the talking. He's really competitive. I went back to my senses and shared my ideas and opinions with my group and they agreed.

"times up! Representatives please go In Front" Sir Holland said. I stood up and let out a sigh.

Yes. I know I still have this nervous feeling kahit since elementary ko pa kaklase si Alex. Nakaka sawa na din makita pagmumukha niya walang school year na hindi ko siya naging kaklase and look now we're in senior high school, honestly he's really good aside from his competitive personality.

Pero syempre ako to si Audrey I don't let my guard down and always bring out the best in myself. I know that I can beat Alex. He might be smart but not smarter than me. Kailangan ko lang mafigure out kung paano ako mananalo sa debate na to.

"Okay. government side please start." Sir Holland said and sat at the teachers table.

"Good Morning everyone, I am Audrey Parker the prime minister of the government side and this house believes that animal testing is allowed. As the government representative in this debate about animal testing, I would like to shed some light on the positive impact that it has on human beings." I said with a confident voice that seemed to trigger Alex.

"Good morning ladies and gentlemen I am Alexander Jameson, the prime minister of the Opposition side. This house believes that Animal testing should not be allowed. It has been a topic of controversy for many years, and rightfully so. While the practice may seem necessary for medical and scientific advancements, it is unethical and cruel towards the animals involved." Alex said and smirked at my face.

"You said that it is unethical and cruel towards the animals involved. However, animal testing has led to numerous medical advancements in the past and continues to do so today. Without animal testing, we would not have medicines or vaccines to treat deadly diseases like cancer and HIV.

Secondly, the safety of new drugs and medical treatments must be thoroughly tested before being used on humans. Animal testing allows us to understand the possible side effects of a drug before it is tested on people. This not only protects the patients, but it also prevents possible harm to humans as a result of a poorly tested drug." I said with a straight body, loud voice and eye contact with the audience, especially Alex.