I inspected myself out in the mirror to meet the gorgeous reflection for the last time. Satisfied to see that everything was great, I shouldered my bag and ambled to the exit of my room.
My room.
My abode for four good years and my sanctuary from the harsh reality of the world.
I'd absolutely miss this place.
Without warning, teardrops started trailing down my cheeks. Afraid it might ruin my cosmetic-painted face, I furiously scrubbed them away.
Nico was sitting sedately near the entrance, busy reading when I arrived.
"Mind if I join you, handsome?" I hollered to get his undivided attention. He instantly tilted his head up and the familiar amusement glittered in his eyes.
"Of course, gorgeous. Pleasure is all mine." He replied gleefully, his hand pointing at the vacant seat across him.
We were in our favorite cafeteria along the busy downtown street of LA. Sat just a few walks from my apartment building.
This place was perfect for some serious conversation. The setting was opulent and the silence settling inside was ear-deafening. I ordered for my favorite Americano.
"Are you really decided to leave?" Nico began his inquest. I knew he would ask this but I hadn't thought he would be asking this question too soon. I wondered what happened but my mouth lost its purpose and words were no where to be found. A simple nod was all I could do.
I watched him keenly as he gently lifted the coffee cup from the table and pressed its rim against his lips. "Be safe, love. I'll surely miss you." He uttered after taking a quick sip.
The subtle sincerity in his words cajoled my tears to spill out, however, doing that in front of him was the last thing on my list.
I was here with Nico to personally bid goodbye but I didn't want our farewell to be overly dramatic. I needed to get a hold of my emotions.
I might be leaving but it didn't mean I would be gone forever. Nico knew why I needed to do all these. He assured to support me all the way.
"I'll miss you too, love." I responded with equal sincerity.
I had to leave tomorrow, leaving behind the peaceful life I had here to face the hapless fate I had left in the Philippines.
I knew for sure it wouldn't be easy but I was prepared more than ever.
I prepared myself well enough and I was a whole lot different from the person I was yesterday.
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