The Day We Met

3.

This is it. I took a deep breath and motioned myself out. I am seriously nervous at the same time. I said my farewell to Kevin and went inside the glamorous hotel where Ria and her subjects are staying.

"Hi, you're from the Big Eye?" Yes, I am. It's the name of our company. Actually, It's very creative knowing that we are a newspaper group and it's named the Big Eye for a reason. It was said that because all workers should have a big eye on what's happening around the globe.
I really find it witty.

"Yes, sir. Are you somehow related to Ria Leslie? I came here for her."

"Yes, I am her personal assistant." I took my laptop and asked him to seat for a while.

"May I interview you for a couple of minutes?"

He nodded in approval. I turned on my laptop and typed a few of his answers. I prepared 5 questions for him and he answered it honestly and nicely.

"Did Ria Leslie like the fans here in Philippines?" I added. I wish.

"Yes, actually she'll be staying here for a month. It is her last concert and it is part of her bucket list to travel in the country. Do you know any tour guides?"

"It's so nice to hear that, sir. I have to apologize for I don't know anyone related to tours here, but please consider visiting Palawan. It's one of the best!!"

"Sure. Noted, miss. Please tell it to Ria personally." I mouthed 'Okay'.

He excused himself and went to get Ria. Kylie arrived promptly in the venue. I also made an interview about her journey as Ria's fan. After that, she assembled and prepared the things needed. We waited for a couple of minutes until we saw a glamorous lady with four men behind her walking out of the elevator.

The famous Ria Leslie is walking towards our direction. She is so gorgeous. Her hair is flowing through her shoulders. The black dress with crystals is perfect to her skin tone. She signalled for wine, I suppose.

I stood up and greeted her.

"Hi Ms. Ria Leslie. I am Red, a journalist from Big Eye. This is my partner Kylie who will be our videographer and photographer. I believe we have an appointment with you." She looks so nice.

"Don't be too formal, Red. Nice name though! Hello to you, Kylie." She shook our hands and gave her bright smile.

"Wait, you look familiar. Have we met before?" She turned to Kylie and examined her like a puzzle.

"Uhm- uhm..."

"Sorry for that Miss Ria-"

"Hey! Not Miss! I'm not that old! I am like only 5 years older than you." She teased. We took our seats and made ourselves comfortable.

"My best friend is stuttering because she is so mesmerized. She is a really big fan of yours."

"I think you remember her in the meet and greet part of the concert." Kylie finally realized that she was in shock.

"I was the one who gave you dried mangoes and pastillas." Kylie continued.

"Yes! Yes! I loved it! Thank you Kylie for that." Ria exclaimed.

"So shall we start?" We finally got into our senses.

I asked a few random questions which are not really important. Of course, I asked her about her love life which is the usual question to famous people.

"I am not seeing anyone right now. I am always with my younger brother and I put him and my career as my priorities." She answered. I'd like to meet her brother someday. I bet he's as good as Ria.

I brought up a topic about our country and what she liked about it the most.

"I like the food. I swear. Also, the fans here are so warm. I really feel the love. Anyway, I want to share this."

"I am a half-Filipino."

"What?" Kylie reacted.

"Woah. How come? No, you didn't know before?"

"Yes, I knew it only a month ago. I learned that who I thought was my mom is not really my birth mother. My mom is staying here. I mean our mom, me and my bro. We are also here to find her." I highlighted that in the text. I am in awe. I didn't expect it.

"I'm speechless. Good luck finding her." I said.

She also wants to travel. She even invited us to join her since she wants to learn our culture.

"Thank you for your time. Really. We appreciate it and your virtue of being honest and open. Thanks, Ria!"

"Can I hug you?" Kylie said ou of the blue. I took a picture of them and so is a picture of us.

"I hope to meet you both soon! I enjoyed your company. Eric!!! Please get their number!" WOAH!

"Oh my gosh." Kylie muttered.

She got our number!!!!

We completed the day by eating dinner at the mall near the hotel and buying a few apparel.

I saw a familiar guy walking on the other side. He is really familiar. I think I saw hum before. Whatever. I'm hallucinating.