*Tuesday*
Even were in the same classroom, I don't pay any attention to them. Especially to him. I am only talking to Dianne.
I heard the school bell rang.
"Okay class, I'll see you tomorrow. I expected everyone will do their projects. Goodbye." our Teacher said.
As she leaves the room I quickly packed my things and lie to Dianne that I am going to the toilet and catch up at lunch.
"Dianne I'll go at the toilet. Promise I'll be quick. So please don't wait. Understand?"
I didn't wait for her answer. I walk straight to the library.
Of course, I don't want to see them. Just give a break! I want to study at the same time and do the homework. I'll don't mind passing the lunch.
The next day I'll do the same thing and the next and after the next.
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*Friday night*
"Oh, Steph. Dahan dahan ka lang kumain. Baka mabulunan ka." dahil hindi ulit ako kumain ng lunch ngayon, ito gutom na gutom ako. But at least... at least... you know na.
"Sabi sa akin nila Yaya na you eat more than one cup of rice." Dad said.
"And you seems pale. Is there any problem?" my mom asked.
Mom is already well na. She regains her energy. And I'm so happy with that.
"Of course there isn't, Ma. Meron lang kaming project na dance. Kaya ako napagod. Next week na kasi i-per-perform eh." palusot ko.
"Ah, ganun ba. Goodluck. But speaking of next week. Next Saturday na yung birthday mo. Do you have plans?" my mom opened the topic.
I smiled. Nich's and I birthday. But what am I thinking it's just coincidence. Nothing's special about it.
"Actually, N-none. But I'm looking forward the three of us will celebrate it together. At the other country. Since Friday next week is an holiday. So what do you think?" I suggested.
They look at each other.
"Sorry, Stephannie. We have work in Friday and Sunday. We're only available at Saturday," my dad said.
Again with their work. I knew they would say that. But it is actually better if I celebrate my birthday alone. Or with our maids.
But I still smiled. I understand my parents, though. Work is typical in stories.
"It's alright maybe I will think another plan." I said.
"Were really really sorry, anak. But how about celebrating with Nicholas like you always does." my mom suggested.
"I think so." but my mind goes at the opposite. Cause maybe I'll just ruin his party.
"Why? Did you have a problem with Nich?" my mom asked. Ugh. She always sees through my face. My real emotion, reaction and opinion. I hope it's the same with Nich.
"Wala naman po. But I think dahil sikat si Nich sa school baka mag pa-party siya eh." I showed a slight curiosity.
"You can join them naman. Why do you want him solo?" my mom teased.
"Ma! That's never gonna happen! It's impossible! Pa.Mom is teasing me! Defend me!" I exclaimed.
"Oh, really?" my mom grins.
"Of course. Dad!!"
"You two stop it. Stephannie will go to explode. Her face is red as your lipstick, honey." Dad said.
They both laugh.
Now, how can I move on with my parents like this? Ugh!
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*Saturday, the next day*
Tooot~ tooot~tooot~
I felt my phone beside me vibrate. I pick it and it seems the message was from Tita Nicole. I opened it.
From: Tita Nicole
7:45 am
Good Morning Steph! How about dinner tonight. I would like to talk to you. Please reply ASAP.
So... should I come?
Toot~toot~toot
A new message from Tita Nicole.
From: Tita Nicole
7:48
I heard that you have a study today with your friend if you like invite her well to dinner.
I guess I have no choice. Tita never accepts a no for an answer. Maybe I should just Dianne the truth. Besides, I don't care about it anymore.
I started to compose a message to Tita.
To: Tita Nicole
Good morning too Tita Nicole!! Of course, I would gladly to accept it. I will tell my friend right away. Thank you for your invitation. Excited to meet you💓.
Message Sent. 8:50 am
I sigh.
Next is Dianne.
To: Dianne
Bring extra clothes. Your best clothes. We have dinner tonight. I would like you to join. Please. They want to see you. Save me just here. And I need to tell you something.
In just a few minutes I received Dianne's reply.
From: Dianne
Sure. On my way na.
After reading her message I go straight to the bathroom and take a shower. For now, I wear my pambahay. Regular maong shorts and yellow peplum top.
Like she said. After I ate my breakfast she came into my house.
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