A Little Bit Of Something (On-Going)

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BABY
Sica Almaden
to me
9:27 PM

Hi, babe!
I've been keeping this a secret from you for a week now. You know how happy I got when you told me you're finally in a relationship right? Remember our late night talks about romance and relationship? What kind of guy you'll be dating? What would I be as a wife? Stuff like that, hihi. I am so happy that you've finally found a man who will take care of you and shower you with love that you deserve.

P.S. Actually this is Cace's idea, he wanted to give you something special for your first birthday with him as your 'lover'. So enjoy!

and oh! Don't forget your box of tissues! Lol. Happy birthday, our sunshine!

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*transcript of the video*

Cace, in his maroon pullover shirt and white cap; the one that Jonnie got him for their second monthsary, is sitting in front of the camera, the famous pink backdrop behind him; as if he's there for an in-depth interview.

"Are we starting now?" Cace can't help but smile at the idea he just created while thinking of a birthday gift for Jonnie.

"Yep." Sica's voice can be heard.

Cace smiles once more, now stares at the camera as if its lens are Jonnie's eyes.

"Why did you decide to do this for Jonnie's birthday?" Sica throws the first question. She compiled all the frequently asked questions she could find regarding Jonnie and Cace's relationship online.

Cace is still staring at the camera.

"This camera started it all."

They both laugh.

"I feel like this camera caught the progress of our relationship, when we transitioned from being friends to what we are right now. Kaya, I decided to give you this kind of gift. I want it to be special for you because you are special." he answers the question like its Jonnie who's standing in front of him.

Cace presses his lips; already blushing.

"Now that you've mentioned it, what makes Jonnie special?"

"There are lots of reason actually, but the one on top of my mind is your ability and willingness to grow. Karamihan sa'tin may preconception and prejudices, and you're not an exemption to that, but what makes you different is...you doesn't only rely on that preconceived notion, rather you observe more. I know a lot of us only want to see what we want to see, and believe that it's already the reality. Pero hindi ka ganun, you don't let your prejudice rule over your observation. Kung mali ka, aakuin mo, you'll apologize for your poor judgement. It's actually admirable that you don't only listen to yourself alone. You acknowledge the fact that people have reasons why they're like that and what we see is not always the truth. Alam ko na you don't lose your temper over something shallow."

In fact, one of the very main reason why he did this video is, yes he is fully aware that Jonnie's not easily bothered with foul words thrown at her, but since his girlfriend's active on social media and he can't control the engagements, he might as well addressed the issues beforehand. Hoping that if Jonnie sees these kind of questions online, she'd be reminded of Cace's words and will feel reassured. He hopes that Jonnie will hear his words rather than the doubts planted on her mind by the outsiders.

Jonnie's always known for being mentally strong but it won't stop him from protecting not just her feelings but also her mind. To Cace, no matter how sturdy the wall is, if a certain part is continuously being attacked, it would sure penetrate and ruin that part of the wall. That's the thing he wants to avoid, he wants to keep her safe before those words seep through her skin.