HER POV
I get ready and head out the house at 5pm. I waited for a jeepney going at the bar where I have my night shift. Aaah, don't be such a dirty thinker. My job is to go on stage, play the guitar, sing and make my audience entertained.
Once I reached the bar. I immediately stepped on the stage and prepare the things I'm gonna be needing. I stared at the sea of crowds, which I regret doing. Now I feel so nervous.
"Shirly, start na daw" Marj said, my bestfriend.
"Ok" my voice shake
"Don't be nervous. Just do your best and have fun"
"This is my first time here. What if--"
"Don't over think. Everything will be fine." She gave me a hug "And I'll be here to support you. I'm your biggest fan."
"I can give you an autograph or a picture? This is a big opportunity for you to miss." She jokingly pulled my hair. And we both laugh. "Thank you."
"Anything for you."
I get my guitar then sat on a stool infront of everybody "Mic. Mic test. Mic" almost all the people inside look at me "Pleasant Evening Ladies and Gentlemen. I'm Shirly. Tonight will be my first performance on stage." They clapped and some congratulate and wish me good luck
"Thank You. I'm not much of a joker so I'll use music to entertain you. And for me to entertain you. I'm gonna be needing your cooperation is it ok?" They made noise, which I think means yes. "Ok, then let's start."
HIS POV
I don't get destiny, life nor her. All this time I'm struggling to forget her trying to get her out of my mind. Then I would saw her out of no where and my feels just shoots me right into my heart when I thought that I've moved on.
I felt my head aching so I lay on my bed and burried myself on my pillow. When suddenly I felt my phone vibrating so I got it out and answer the call.
"Hello? Who's this?"
"It's Paul. Where are you?"
"Condo."
"Why are you still there!? We're waiting for you."
"Do I have to go?"
"Why not?"
"I don't know."
"Dude come on! You're boring"
"NO."
"Boring. KJ. Gay"
"I'M NOT BORING NOR KJ AND DEFFINETLY NOT GAY!"
"Then why don't you go here?"
"Where are you then?"
"That's my men.Haha. I'll just text the info" He ended the call.
I fix myself and get inside my car. That's when I read Paul's text.
From: Paul
meet @ ****** bar. 7:00 pm sharp
I checked my watch. It's past 6. I start the car and go to the bar where we'll meet.
When I got there I immediately saw Paul with the others just infront of the stage.
"Woooooh! Drake's here!"
I just sat and ordered a drink. They started to talk while I was just staring at my fingers. And just shrug or nod when they talk to me.
"Can I go now?"
"You'll miss the best part."
I drank all the remaining liquor in my glass and got up my seat.
"Sorry for that." The speaker said. I know that voice. I turn my head and saw the girl that's been ruining and making my day since 1st year HS. "Let's just continue the show. Shall we?" The crowd goes wild. I stare at her.
"I told you."
"You planned this?" I sat again and faced them
"Well WE planned this cause men you're not making any move."
"Who wants to share there experience or anything about them? We'll give advice and dedicate a song. Any volunteer?" Shirly
Paul grabbed my arm and started to raise them I tried to put them down but the others help Paul to keep my arm on the air while they scream "Here!"
She started to roam her eyes and looked at me. SHE LOOKED AT ME.
"Ah kuya! Can you go here, infront." Then she smiled at me.
That, that smile makes me feel gay.
I stand up weakly and go beside her.
"Kuya what's your name?"
"Drake" I try not to stutter
"What's this situation that you need some advice?"
I don't want to bring up the topic about my feelings because my friends would just tease me. What should I share then? When she's the only one running through my head all the time.
"Back when I was in 1st yr HS. I saw a girl. A beautiful, talented, and very kind type of girl. And until now I still got a crush on her. The problem is she probably don't know me. Because I don't have enough courage to face her and talk to her. My friends thinks that what I feel towards her now is not just a simple crush it turns out to be love. What should I do?"
"DO THE MOVES!" Shouted Paul which makes half the crowd laugh and half nod and screamed in agreement.
"Sorry please don't mind him he's drunk." I said in embarrassment
"Well I think he's right. Start by being a friend and as time goes by and you two know each other better try to court her. Don't make fear shut you down it should wake you up. So go and start moving before your time is up." I can't say anything so I just nod "And now I dedicate this song for you, Drake. The song is called Gilid by Moonstar88" everybody clapped.
She started to sing the song while I was staring at her the whole time, thinking that this is just like the first time I saw her. Everything that she do makes me want her. And god when she's talking I feel like she's singing a lullaby. I wonder how will she react if she knew that she was the one I'm talking about. I think I'll just know if I move.
HER POV
Funny how I give advice about love but haven't been into one. Haha Can't blame me for enjoying the 'dalaga' life.
I sang the song that I've picked for Drake. I looked at him to find that he was looking at me. Geez looking is not the right term, starring is. I feel like I'm melting. But honestly he looks so familiar. Maybe I saw or knew him before but I can't remember where, when or how. Urggg. Focus Shirly, focus you're on your job.
"Thank you Drake for sharing."
He just not and gave me a friendly hug. I hug back because it would be awkward not to.
"I hope you have time after your shift" He whispered
"Yeah, sure why not."
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PS. Sorry if I have any typos and wrong grammars or any miss spelled words. Cuz' I suck at english. Feelingera lang talaga ako hahaha.
PPS. Comment anything that you want, please. This can help me improve for the next stories that I might write. Thank You so much. Mhuaa
