Bien and Christian found a quiet spot under a large mango tree. They sat on a bench, savoring their favorite ice creams—vanilla for Bien and strawberry for Christian as they watched his mother's birthday party. Bien's eyes sparkled with contentment as he licked his ice cream, while Christian smiled.
Bien turned to Christian. "Joanna messaged me," he said.
"What about?"
"They found out who sabotaged them. Guess who."
Christian placed his fingers on his chin. "Who could have such a grudge against Sing FM?"
Bien chuckled, knowing they had the same person in mind. "Mr. George made Larry an offer in exchange for sabotaging Sing. Mr. Boy found out. Larry got fired."
A collective laughter caught their attention. Not from where they were chilling, Axel was surrounded by a group of old ladies from the neighborhood. He was dancing with them, his expressive face and animated gestures causing peals of laughter. The old ladies, enjoying every moment, playfully tugged at Axel's cheeks and patted his back, their fondness for him evident.
"Bien, help me out here!" Axel pleaded, trying to escape the affectionate mob.
Bien chuckled, savoring another lick of his ice cream. "Consider this your punishment for all the mischief you've caused me," he said, his tone playful yet firm.
Axel turned his desperate gaze to Christian. "Christian, come on, man, help me!"
Christian, though equally amused, raised his hands in mock surrender. "You're on your own. Bien's orders."
Axel groaned dramatically, but his eyes twinkled with amusement. He knew this was all in good fun and enjoyed being the center of attention, even if it meant a little harmless suffering.
As they continued to watch Axel, Bien's radio crackled to life. "Bien, one of the extras backed out. We need a muscular man with clear skin and short hair. He must look like a strong bodyguard."
Bien's eyes immediately darted to his brother, Kenneth, who was chatting nearby. Kenneth fit the description perfectly. He radioed back, "I got someone. We'll be there shortly."
Bien signaled to Axel and Christian, who both nodded in understanding. Axel, relieved from his playful torment, quickly excused himself from the old ladies, promising to return later.
Christian finished his ice cream, wiping his hands on a napkin. "Time to work,"
— The End —
BINABASA MO ANG
Resignation of Bien
Romance"You are free to make whatever choice you want, but you are not free from the consequences of the choice." Bien, a dedicated radio DJ at Sing FM, struggles to be noticed by his boss amidst his father's declining health and mounting bills. Despite hi...
