The Bad Boy's Warning

Chapter 40

Enjoy reading, Sweeties

Maria Claudette

When I received an email from the CEO of Epicmazing Motion Studios and the online seminars and training they offered for free, I knew I had to go for it.

Noong una syempre nagdalawang isip ako kaya nag-background check ako and sila na mismo ang nagbigay sa akin ng mga links ng online meeting at mismong mga artist ang siyang nakausap ko.

Siguro ito na talaga 'yong pagbabago para sa akin.

I had always dreamed of working in the creative world, but I never knew where to start. Now, here was my chance. I signed up for every seminar and training I could. I remember the first one and it felt a little overwhelming at first, but I pushed through. During that brief time, I took notes, asked questions, and at my best soaked up everything. Every session built upon my confidence. I wasn't just present, I was learning, growing, and getting to be better.

The start of the new year felt different to me. It wasn't just another year passing by; it felt like the start of something new, something big. I had just turned 23, and for the first time in a long while, I felt like I was ready to truly begin my life. I wasn't waiting for things to happen anymore. I was going to make them happen.

Nakakahakbang na ako ng medyo mas malayo sa mga nakaraang buwan ko nang mga panahong nangangapa pa lamang ako.

Sometimes, I'd sit there in front of my laptop and wonder if I was really cut out for it.

Wala akong pinagsabihan sa kahit na kanino sa followers ko lalo pa't mabusisi silang napipili sa mga nakatanggap ng email mula sa CEO. Sa totoo lang ay hindi naman talaga ako umasa noong una lalo pa't sobrang dami pala namin subalit nang mismong Head Producer na mismo ang pumupuri sa mga likha ko ay nakakataba ng puso.

Sa unang pagkakataon ay napuri ang talent ko.

'Yong wala na akong katakot-takot na ipakita kung ano ba ang kaya kong gawin kasi wala nang nagagalit. Ayos na ako.

Syempre may mga katanungan pa rin sa isip ko na siyang matindi kong kalaban talaga. Was I good enough? Could I really make it into Epicmazing? But then I'd remind myself of how far I'd already come. Last year, I wasn't even sure what direction I wanted to go in. But now? Now, I had a purpose. I knew this was where I was meant to be.

The waiting for the final selection felt long.

But every day, I worked hard and kept believing in myself. Even when doubt crept in, I told myself that no matter the outcome, I had already won.

I had learned so much, not just about the work I wanted to do, but about myself too. I had learned to trust that I was capable, and that alone was a huge victory.

At 23, I felt like I was finally starting to live the life I had always dreamed of. No matter what came next, I was ready.

My life began at twenty-three.

Para akong pinanganak ulit at ngayon... sigurado na ako.

Ngayon ang araw nang maswerteng mapipili para maging trainee na sa Epicmazing Motion Studios at kinakabahan ako sa harapan ng camera ko. Iba't ibang tao ang nakikita ko lalo't required kaming mag-open cam. Ako lang yata ang nakasuot ng facemask.

"Guys, you're all amazing. I want to Congratulate you all. I feel overwhelmed with happiness, and I know there is a bright future ahead for your creations. To those not selected, thank you for your time, efforts, and dedication. We are truly impressed by the talent you showed and know it wasn't easy. Though you weren't selected this time, this is just a small step on your journey. Keep growing, keep creating, and stay focused on your passion. Setbacks are just part of the way; we feel sure that your time will come. Thank you again, and keep believing in yourself. We look forward to seeing all the amazing things you'll achieve."