"Pia...umiiyak ka nanaman." I quickly wipe my tears after hearing him.
"Don't think about it too much." Again, he's here to comfort me. He's always there for me and wiping my own tears is useless. He saw me cry for the nth time and what's the use of hiding it to him? After all, he's my Friend in SUPERLATIVE form. Maybe the only difference is, he's the reason for my tears. "Stop crying, it's His plans. Tanggapin na lang natin." Once again, I started to cry.
"Ang hirap pala..." I said to him in between of my sobs.
"I know, but look at the bright side, Pia." He said then hugged me. "Alam mo, instead of crying and blaming others...let's enjoy every moment. In that case, we'll be having lots of happy moments not drama-moments!" I smiled. He's right. " Ayan, ngumiti ka na. Wag ka na ngang umiyak ulit nakokonsensiya akong iwan ka. Sige ka pag-ganyan ang itsura mo pag nawala ako, dadalawin kita." He said and with that I laughed.
"Yes sir! Na'ko takot ko na lang na multuhin mo noh!" we both laughed. 'God, I know You have plans for each of us and I always trust You.' I prayed to myself. 'I may not know what will happen later, tomorrow or days for now but I thank You. Thank You for sharing him to me.' He's talking. Trying to remember, no it's not the right term, trying ro reminisce our friendship over the years. 'I may be selfish if I ask to You things like letting him live longer. Now, I'm just hoping for a miracle. 'I heard him chuckled.
"Pia, let's appreciate every little things. For now, let's enjoy watching the stars." We're both lying on the grass then I noticed him getting something from his pocket. It's his phone. He took a picture of us and wrote a caption: Stargazing with Friend in SUPERLATIVE form!
"Minsan ang mga bagay na ang magsasalita para paalalahanan tayo." I uttered looking at the stars. I don't know if this will be our last time watching the stars. I'm hoping... 'God, please?'
"And I never thought I'd feel this way
And as far as I'm concerned
I'm glad I got the chance to say
That I do believe I love you"
He is singing with the song playing on his phone. 'Learn someone's worth before losing him. I love you, Pia. Thanks for everything.'
And if I should ever go away
Well, then close your eyes and try to feel
The way we do today
And then if you can remember
'Pia, I have cancer. Stage3.'
Keep smilin', keep shinin'
Knowin' you can always count on me,
for sure
That's what friends are for
'Oh balikat ko, sandal na. Ito pa polo ko, iyakan mo na kahit sipunan mo pa. kulang pa ba? Hmm...Ako, punching bag?
I felt my eyes being watery. I know anytime I'll be crying.
That's what friends are for
For good times and bad times
I'll be on your side forever more
'Tita pasensya nap o. Napadami ng inom eh. Broken hearted.'
Well, you came and opened me
And now there's so much more I see
And so by the way I thank you
Whoa, and then for the times when we're apart
Well, then close your eyes and know
These words are comin' from my heart
'Priscilla Iona, masyadong pang-beauty queen ang name mo. I prefer Pia. Happy 18th birthday...I-im speechless. You know that I'm not good at these stuff. Before this night ends, I want you to know that you're the best friend I have! Thanks for being there for me every time. Thank you. Thank you. Thank you! You know where to find me and how to talk to me. I'll always be here for you together with my polos. I love you Pia.'
And then if you can remember, oh
Keep smiling, keep shining
Knowing you can always count on me, for sure
That's –
*3 months later*
"Welcome home, Gerald Ivan!" we greeted him as he opened the door. it's a welcoming party for him. Everyone is so happy. Finally we overcome this obstacle. 'God, thank You.' I prayed to him. It's a miracle. After that night, the night watching the stars, he fainted. I calmed myself down, trying not to panic I checked his breathing. After that, he was hospitalized. For the first two months, we'd been losing hope. He's not responding to the doctor's observation and one day, a miracle, he's better already.
"Pia! Why aren't you eating?" He hugged me.
"Gio, andito ka na pala. Katatapos ko lang kumain. Musta pakiramdam mo?" he seated beside me here in their garden. Everyone's having fun inside.
"Never better! Ano iniisip mo?" He's really my Friend in SUPERLATIVE form.
"Gio, do you still remember the day you told me you're sick? He nodded. "We came from the church that time right? He drank his juice then answered.
"Yeah, why?" I smiled.
"Remember the priest's homily? He stated there that God have plans. He'll decide for us." I looked at him."And I'm glad I trusted Him. I'm happy we still have you. I love you Gio."
END.
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autumnone's note:
inspiration ko sa pag-iyak si Ate Cousin na nasa watty din HAHA. *kaway-kaway*
hope you like my first uploaded one-shot :)
