KIAThe gloomy area had been invaded by daybreak. The sun was currently attempting to emerge from the far mountains but was failing. Even the sky is beginning to get lighter, and the roadway is already well-lit. One of the most gorgeous pictures I've ever seen is a street scene in the early morning; it never fails to leave me with feelings and impressions that will last a lifetime.The street was now vacant in the early morning when everyone was just waking up. Only a few distant yellow leaves appeared to be falling gradually to the ground, and I caught a glimpse of the shadows of two large crates on either side of the bicycles pulled by two street vendors. But I still find myself wondering about the strange encounter I had the night before. Ares appears to have noticed that I am different today despite my best efforts to disguise it from him.“Hon, are you okay?” He worriedly asked. “You look so occupied today. Did something bother you?”“No, I just… I don’t know… I feel weird and I

KIAIt was a beautiful day in Laguna; the sun was shining, the wind was blowing coolly, and I was picking up a cake for our dinner tonight and also maybe buying some stocks for the house. Guess what? — It has been a year since I first met Ares in a Manila hotel room. I should be happy right now, but my mind won't quit worrying. What if, after two years, he suddenly decides he no longer wants us? just like what we agreed to. What if the thing that he said that he didn’t have the courage to say was leaving me after two years of our agreement?I shook my head and walked on my way. I need to quit ruminating on such things. Considering I'm undergoing therapy, it won't be beneficial for my health. The weather was freezing and the wind was howling. A lot of homes were beginning to decorate, both inside and out, since December was quickly approaching. It could be a good idea for me to pick up some holiday decorations at the market later. Around 4:30 p.m., the sun was beginning to set. There w

KiaWe spent about a couple of minutes hugging each other, and when I felt like I was satisfied already, I was the one who stopped. I looked at him and smiled."Hey, guess what day it is today?" He narrowed his eyes and looked at me, wondering what I was saying. "Today? Today is Sunday, hon," he said."Seriously? You don't remember what it is today?" I said, pouting my lips.He scratched his head. "Oh, right! Oh, I am so sorry, hon." he said and hugged me. Finally, he remembered. I know he will never forget our special day— "I am sorry I forgot your birthday…"I pushed him and crossed my arms. What the f*ck?! Birthday?! He didn't even know the day of my birthday? I had enough!"What did you just say?""I am saying sorry? I know, I know, it is my fault that I forgot about it. I am just busy with work and stuff, but I will make it up with you, okay?" he said and tried to hug me again but I pushed him away."It's not my birthday today!" I said, and walked out, heading to the bedroom to

KIAYou could be forgiven for assuming that she won't do it, but the truth is that she has already done it. Because of this, we are now working to resolve everything, including the damages that the issue may have caused to you. Ms. Saavedra, please accept our deepest condolences for the events that have transpired. I am aware of your capabilities, which is why it came as such a shock to me when I first learned that you had cheated on your midterm examination. I just couldn't believe it. I am aware of how intelligent you are, and after listening to Ms. Ventura's admission, I realized that not only did that make you deserving of all the recognition you received the first time, but it also made you deserving of the recognition you received the second time. Put your worries to rest, Ms. Saavedra, because I will see to it that everyone at this university acknowledges you as the best of the best. The dean reached for her phone in a startlingly abrupt manner, and it appeared as though she in

KIASince Ms. Ventura was the one who falsely accused you of something you have never done, the dean has asked you to work with her on the project so that you can make amends. Since she had been completely honest with him, the dean decided to give her a second chance despite placing her in the lowest possible tier. Will you be able to pull something like that off?"What exactly do you want me to take care of for you?" I asked.I have no clue what they had in mind for the outcome, but I am certain that they did this on purpose in order to bring about the outcome they desired. Where does one begin? Vera, do you think she was successful in manipulating them?"You won't have any other responsibilities besides being her partner. You are going to offer assistance to her with her project, and completing this task successfully will be your first assignment as the top student at this institution." She was the one who responded.As soon as I heard the word "mission," I made a conscious effort t