Today is my birthday! I woke up at exactly 10:00 am in the hotel where my birthday will be celebrated. I slept early last night since I have to have that ‘Beauty sleep’. I am thankful that I slept early. I feel calmer.
The party will start at 4:30pm, so I still have a lot of time to prepare myself.
I checked my phone. A lot of people have been texting me their greetings, some posted on my f******k wall and i*******m.
and somehow, that made me feel special.
This is the first birthday that I really feel like it really is my birthday. It's like the world is celebrating with me and they know my existence.
I put my glasses on to start my day. I went to my parent’s hotel room to have breakfast.
I was nervous while walking towards my parents who were still busy talking with the guests. Anvien and Lunan are with me being giddy and excited.They said they both had a great idea about something and wanted to ask permission from my parents.“Uhm. Mom, Dad. Can I excuse for a moment?" I excused myself.They both looked at me."They want to talk to you." I said while pointing at my friends at the back.They started talking.My mom and dad openly listened to what my friends were saying. Anvien seemed to be used to persuading. She’s a business major, after all. I bit my lip. I feel so nervous and I don't know if what they're talking about is a great idea.“Sure, there’s no problem with that. You guys enjoy it! Take care of that young lady, okay?&r
Today, Lunan and I found out that the cooking contest that we participated in last time is not yet over. We were not shocked about that since the prize is too good to be true for that kind of minimal effort. Yes, it is minimal despite us having a mini-mental breakdown because of our spilled product but compared to the prize, it's still not worth it.I mean, for me, it’s fair to have another contest since the prize of having a scholarship to a Culinary School in France is big deal, they have to pick the best student.The University decided that they still have to evaluate the students who passed the first contest. I think we were 20 pairs and only 5 got included in this final test. Lunan and I were sprinting on our way now to the bulletin board to see who got in."Excuse me!" Lunan
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It was an exhausting day. I finished doing my night routine when my phone received a text from Ace. ‘Thank you for comforting me, it was a big help.’ I smiled when I read the message. I pinched myself. Why am I so giddy? ‘I’m glad to help, besides it’s just a small thing.’ I replied. I didn’t do anything besides hugging him back, though. I didn’t do anything grand to make him feel better, but I’m glad it helped him. It’s not much of an effort but I feel proud of myself for it. ‘Driving lesson, tom?’ He said. I gulped. I forgot about that thing, he’s insisting that he should teach me how to drive so that I’ll ace it in driving school. Besides,
I’m in my apartment now with the books that I bought months ago. It’s funny that Ace really gave it to me now because it was not suitable for me back then.But I feel embarrassed that he knows what I am about to read.What if he thinks I’m into this? Argh! That would be more embarrassing! I hate it.I don’t even have experience with any of it. I don’t even have a first kiss…Well, except for that. I mean, you know, that smack accident. Thinking about it makes my cheeks feel hot. I think I’m blushing at the thought of it.I shook my head. I should not think about that. It’s one of my embarrassing moments, add these books to the list of embarrassing things
ACE's POV I was about to get inside my apartment when I saw Bliss outside. “Hey, what are you doing outside?” I asked her. It’s already late, she might get in trouble again. The incident last time still concerned me. Fortunately, I was there to save her. Bliss scratched her head. “I-I just want to buy something at the convenience store nearby.” She said, I smiled at her and shook my head. I don't know why but I find it cute when being awkward. “I’ll go with you.” I insisted. To be frank, I really want to have someone to talk to before this day ends. I was kind of hoping she’s awake so that I can somewhat have a company with me. I am happy that she’s here. Her presence made
It’s been three days since Ace and I admit our feelings for each other. I’m glad it was not a dream. It felt surreal. Ace liking me feels so surreal. I still can’t believe he likes me.We’ve been spending time together ever since. We’re not in a relationship yet. We both want to take things slow. He wants to court me and I accepted. I mean, that’s the point of admitting your feelings right? You have to make it work and test things first, before making it official.I like the idea of courting. Where you prove your feelings to that special person. Pursuing the person you want and all that jazz. I know it is old-fashioned here in the Philippines since dating is a thing here now. But I like it that way. Plus, it makes me feel special. Ace makes me feel special despite the numbered days.
Judges are starting to taste every contestant has made. This is more nerve-wracking than the cooking part.A pair even got eliminated since they just made a Chicken Avocado Salad, a very lazy thing for a chef to make. Lunan and I got even more nervous because of that.“Oh my god, what if they said our dish is super easy to make as well?” I pinched Lunan for saying that. I think we don’t need that much negativity.He laughed at what I did.“Next, Pair no. 5, Almodovar and Dy.” The host announced. Lunan held our plate so tightly and watched his steps in every way. He’s being cautious that his clumsiness will put us in trouble.We