James and I are not talking in the jeep because of what he said earlier. We are so awkward! Ansarap to feed on the ground. Besides, I really have no intention of talking to him.
It's hard there. Neknek n'ya!
I ignored his presence. Before he went down, he said something else.
"Javier, sorry for what happened last month." He said and went down.
I followed him with my gaze. Wondering what he said. Because of deep thought I was able to overcome my downfall. 'It's not that far, so I just walked it.
When I got home I got dressed. I tried to make a speech for the opening of volleyball tomorrow.
"Good Day, Louisians!" I scratched my head. No. Mali. Louisians are not the only ones there.
"Good Day, Students!" second time, failed. "Aish, ambata listen."
I still have a lot of triny greetings but still nothing really. I just sent a messenger. Ysa chatted with our GC.
ASSOCIATION OF BOTH LEFT
Ysabelle: Next week on my birthday, we are SM.
Daphne: Okay
Azalea: @Daphne let me know.
Daphne: Ge
Clara: g lang
Javier: Okie okie, just free.
Then Jagger is the one I picked up. Just a quick talk, hello. I fell asleep right away.
I went to school nervous. First, I have no speech. Second, sir Rad was renting at the gate. Third, Clara will compete against a powerhouse school.
I got closer and closer to the gate. As I approached, my heart was pounding. I do not know how to explain to sir Rad.
I just tell him that he is my ex and I am not comfortable with him.
No, very unprofessional.
I was only about ten steps between the gate when I felt something on my shoulder.
James! He hugged me!
"Don't be nervous. I made the speech," he said and handed me a copy. "All you told sir, I gave you a soft copy last night. I just needed a print for props." He said and winked at me.
He walked away from me when he saw another classmate. I immediately met Clara. He was carrying his duffle bag. He is holding a boiled egg.
If you're wondering where Daphne is, it hasn't come yet. Clara sent for her parents because she needed to get warmer up earlier.
"Why is your face like that?" I will ask. It was annoying because he didn't seem happy with the event.
"The coach did not allow me," he said and sighed.
"Where?"
"When eating rice, you know I'm a heavy eater," he explained. "It's just a boiled egg. It doesn't seem to be heavy on the body." He said and showed the egg he was holding.
I gave her an apologetic face. But, he just laughed at me.
"Javier! Clara!" Sir Rad greeted me with his hand open.
"Goodmorning," we both said and wished.
"Javier, how was the speech? I saw James hand you a paper. Don't tell me now you will know the content of your speech?" raised eyebrows said sir.
"James by the way, ah," Clara said and kicked me slightly. I ignored him and turned my attention to sir.
"He sent a soft copy last night, it's just props." I explain. James' command was said.
"All right, huh?" he said and smiled. "Clara, Goodluck in the game later. Will you be fine?" he said and had a fist-bumb with Clara.
"Sure sir!" then he gave it a happy smile.
When we were a bit far from sir. Clara was immediately intrigued.
"Chat by the way, ah," he said, giving me a meaningful look. "Complain to Jagger." he challenged.
"Complain," I said proudly.
"Really," and he took out his cellphone. "He followed me so last night on twiiter," he said and their chatbox showed a message.
"Gaga ka!" I said and grabbed the cellphone from him. Feeling threatened.
"Here it is, just a joke." he said laughing. He took the cellphone from me and killed it.
We have reached the classroom. Clara went straight to the back, where our seat was.
Clara took off her training jacket, pulling it off a racerback tank top. He then took off his jogging pants and shorts when he was naked.
Clara always does that in the room. My classmates are used to them with Daphne and the other players in the room.
"Take a slow look, Steele." Malcolm suddenly said when he came in he was also holding the duffle bag. Maybe there's a trainig too.
"Stupid," Steele only said and put on earphones.
Clara left immediately to go to the Gym with the bag.
I went to my place to use my cellphone again. I'm chatting with Jagger now.
Jav: Did you?
Jag: In the jeep, going to school.
Jav: Is that so? Be careful.
Jag: Thank you. By the way, I might go to Valenzuela next week not sure on the date e.
Jav: Really? Tell me where and when ah? By the way, next week is Ysa's birthday, we seem to be in SM.
Jag: Be careful. Say goodluck to Clara. He tweeted earlier that he has a game now.
Jav: Okay, thanks. Remember, I love you.
Jag: I love you too.
I reacted heartily to Jagger's message.
Yes, I will admit. I am thrilled.
I hid my smile. It's hard for my classmates to see me.
Soon Azalea arrived, carrying a paper mat. Next up is Ysa, carrying the props to be used in the talent portion of Muse Interschool.
"I'm stressed," Az whispered, as if looking for a piece of paper.
"I'll help you," I said and held out my hand.
"Oh, don't. You'll have a speech later, right?"
Shit! I lost sight of the speech. I searched my bag. Looking for the hard copy provided by James.
I took a few lines. For later I delivered well.
This is the beauty of James, he is very organized in everything.
He highlighted my lines.
In the middle of my effort, the driver of the school service intended for our section went to the room. We were informed within 5 minutes that everyone should be on the bus.
My classmates immediately stood up. I was the last one out. I check to see if there are any items left and if there are any that have not yet been released. When everything is clear, I immediately leave the room and go straight to the bus. I leaned over Azalea, our seat was second in front.
We arrived at the convention center immediately. Our volleyball team is already there, they are warming up their attacks and service.
Clara was seated in the middle of the court near the net. He is the setter of our team, his partner he always set is a third year student wing speaker.
Not to boast one of the strong team here in Valenzuela. But they have not yet reached the nationals.
After the warm-up Clara approached the bleachers. To me.
"Goodluck!" greetings of the three.
"May Mcdo, when you win." when I remind you.
"Thank you. Just ala king, ah?" He said and turned his attention to me. We laughed for a moment. Soon their coach called them. And I also approached the stage.
"Let's welcome our opening speakers for today, Javier Paine and James Limangco from St. Louis College Valenzuela!" the emcee greeted. Photographers and videographers start taking their places. Lights and click of the camera are anywhere.
We started our speech. It went smoothly. I after that, I felt relieved. I was expecting for myself to stutter while I talk. But none of my negative thoughts happened.
After we spoke, I was surprised when James took my hand and raised it!
Clara's game started. He was among the starters, the first six. She was already in the middle of the court ready to set.
The first to serve is their opponent. The ball went in, their captain immediately received it. After, Clara set the ball to their wing speaker. They scored first!
It always happens that way, there are times when Clara just dumps the ball on the opponent dropping their guard.
The game took longer than expected. They got the first and third sets. First winning set wins.
The game is on fire! Clara is the one serving now, she has three service aces! She served the ball. The other side got it right away, when they try to spike. The seniors were there to block!
The ball touched the hand of the blockers and their captain received it. At Clara's speed, she immediately got to the front and set for their ace!
Just 2 points and they will win!
Luckily, our team won because of the service aces from their captain.
We won! Clara Won!
The joy was evident in his eyes!
Ysa left beside me to prepare for the Talent portion.
"Congrats!" we shouted as Clara approached the bleachers. She's crying now!
"You big man you're crying," Daphne said laughing.
"Thank you," Clara thanked him wholeheartedly.
He left us immediately for their cool down.
I invited Daphne to Mcdo, not Az. Interviewing.
We bought Daphne food. We first sat at a table near the exit while waiting for Clara's king.
I have opened my social media accounts. Many school pages and clubs have posted a picture of James and me. I opened Jagger's message on messenger.
Jag: Is he your ex? * photo attachment *
Jav: Yes
Jag: Hopefully all, holding hands.
----
07