Echoes of the Past // MIKHAIAH

Chapter 3: Sight

Alaia's POV

1st week of classes, and it is already tiring. First class of Friday, 7am pa talaga. Okay lang naman, but I just can't help but be bothered by that new student's presence.

Oo na, she's maganda with that silky soft red hair, but I don't get the hype.

I was listening to boring discussions when my phone vibrated.

Baby <3

See you later. Look nice, please.

It was Jeremy.

"Palagi ka namang maganda, ah. Ba't sinasabihan ka pang look nice?" someone whispered behind me.

I looked back at that red silly girl, "chismosa." I whispered back at inirapan ko naman.

"Is there something you want to share with the class? Miss Arceta?" kinabahan ako and looked in front, I met my professor's eyes.

"Ahh, ano po ma'am--"

"Ako po nangulit sakaniya, ma'am. May tinanong lang po." Matt chimed in.

The professor just smiled in defeat and continued the discussion.

I guess the rumours are true, may connection to kaya she does everything she wants to do here.

I did not bother looking back at her again and listened to the discussion.

"Before we end the day, I am pairing everyone for a project. You will be tasked to create something using natural materials. Please come in front and pick out your partner." the professor announced. "If your name is called, huwag na kaayo pupunta here to pick yan na partner niyo."

I stood up and slowly made my way in front. I picked out a paper and read the name written on it.

"Matthias Lim." I read.

Wait, what? Did I read that, right?

I turned to face my professor, "Ma'am, can I work alone nalang po?" I pleaded.

"Do you want to disrupt the classroom flow, Ms. Arceta?" I walked back to my chair in defeat.

Pagminamalas nga naman. Siya pa talaga sa lahat.

After everyone had partnered up, the professor dismissed the class.

"Hey, so what's the plan?" Matt asked.

"Give me your number, and I'll text you plans for our project." I bluntly answered.

"Pwede bang ako naman magpakipot?" I looked at her, raising my eyebrow. "Joke lang naman, ikaw naman. She said and handed me her phone, showing her contact information.

After typing her contact info on my phone, I was about to turn around when she grabbed my hand.

"Saan ba punta mo? Will you watch the audition?" she asked.

"Yeah. My boyfriend will be there." I shortly answered.

"Okay. See you there!" she cheerfully said and walked out.

Hindi ko nalang pinansin and walked out with Sage.

"Where are you going?" Sage asked when I changed direction.

"Change muna ako and touch up a little. You know Jer, he wants me to look nice." I answered and walked towards the comfort room.

"Why do you need to change pa? Ang ganda mo na, Alaia! Ano pa ba kulang para don?" Sage complained.

"He's just looking out for me, Sage. Alam mo na yon. Plus, he doesn't want me to feel uncomfortable around other girls."

"He is supposed to assure  you when you feel uncomfy, girl." umirap siya.