(Balacar middle school)
Miguel: Hey Akeela.
Akeela: (sadly) Hey
Miguel: I didn't see you after class yesterday. How was your test?
Akeela: It was not fine. I only did just one question and I wasn't even sure I got the answers right. I wish I was as smart as you.
Miguel: Listen, Akeela. You are smart. Infact, Everybody is smart but not everybody is serious or has time to study.
Akeela: I guess you're right.
Miguel: I could share some of my study tips with you and we could also be studing together if you like.
Akeela: That's actually a great idea. So where're you heading to now?
Miguel: The pavilion.
Akeela: Won't you come to the cafeteria?
Miguel: I don't have money for lunch.
Akeela: Don't worry, Let's go. I'll pay.
Miguel: Okay
(Miguel and Akeela head to the cafeteria)
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(Meanwhile)
(At Chuks restaurant)
Nina: Morena, Did you hear what happened to Andrew?
Morena: What?
Nina: The manager said he's going to deduct Andrew's salary.
Morena: Why?
Nina: Apparently he was ''making noise" yesterday which is against the restaurant's policy.
Morena: Awwnn, I feel really bad for him.
Nina: Yeah me too. And it was all because of Cecilia, Andrew helped her cook her client's food and she promised to share the tip given to her with him but later she refused to do so and their argument alerted the manager.
Morena: I used to wonder why almost everyone here hates her, But now I know why.
(Later)
Rafael: (To Andrew) Its alright bro. Don't worry, Later we can go and plead with the manager
Morena: Yeah, And Nina and I will vouch for you.
Andrew: Thanks guys.
(Cecilia passes by and Rafael calls her attention)
Rafael: Hey! Come here!
Cecilia: (rudely) What is it?
Rafael: Do you realize that all these is happening because of you?
Cecilia: And how is it my fault?
Rafael: Assuming you had just shared the tip with Andrew as you promised, There wouldn't be any problem.
Cecilia: Really?
Rafael: Yes! Now look at what you've caused, Andrew's salary is going to be deducted. You're so wicked, arrogant, selfish, self centered...
Cecilia: Shut the hell up! Who gave you the audacity to talk to me that way. Who the hell do you think you are? You better respect yourself and mind how you talk to me or else there'll be severe consequences.
(She leaves them)
Andrew: (To Rafael) Just forget her. She's not worth our time.
(Later)
Nina: I'm so happy he listened to us, Your salary is still gonna stay the same, Thank God.
Andrew: Yeah me too.
Rafael: Just make sure you stay away from Cecilia from now on.
Andrew: Definitely! Trust me, I've learnt my lesson.
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(That evening)
Morena: Good evening Uncle.
Uncle Roberto: Welcome back my dear.
Morena: (sees his packed luggages) Uhh, Uncle, Where're you going?
Uncle Roberto: I'll be traveling to Chiles for an important meeting, I'll be away for about a week.
Juan & Juanita: We'll miss you dad.
Uncle Roberto: I'll miss you both too. Don't worry, Daddy won't be away for long. (To Aunt Maria) I want you to take care of the house while I'm gone.
Aunt Maria: No problem darling.
(They hear car horns)
Uncle Roberto: Ohh, My cab has arrived. Its time to leave. (He kisses his wife on her forehead) Take care of yourself and the kids.
Aunt Maria: I will. Safe journey.
(Uncle Roberto hugs them before he leaves )
Juanita: I miss Daddy already.
Aunt Maria: Don't worry. He'll be back soon.
(Morena attempts to go into her room)
Aunt Maria: Hey! Where do you think you're going?!
Morena: I was about to go shower.
Aunt Maria: Shower? Who do you think is going clean the whole house?
Morena: Ohhh, That's not a problem. I can do that after I shower.
(Aunt Maria walks to Morena and slaps her)
Juan: Mom!
Morena: (she holds her cheek in shock)
Aunt Maria: You're must be very stupid if you think that you can come into my house, sleep under my roof, eat my food and even drink my water without doing nothing. (She drags Morena to the kitchen)
(In the kitchen)
Aunt Maria: (she hands Morena a sponge) Take...
Morena: (she collects it)
Aunt Maria: You see all these plates and pots? I want you to wash them sparkling clean. When you're done, Clean the sink, the faucet, walls. After that, Come and meet me in the living room, I have a host of all other chores for you to do.
Morena: Yes Aunty.
Aunt Maria: Good! I won't allow an outsider come in here and destroy my home!
(She leaves the kitchen)
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(Next Morning)
(Aunt Maria goes to Morena's room amd sees her dressing up)
Aunt Maria: Good. You're up already. Hurry up, You're taking my kids to school.
Morena: But Aunty, I have to go to work early today.
Aunt Maria: (she grabs a whip) Girl do you think I'm playing with you?! (she walks towards Morena)
Morena: It's ok, it's ok. I'll take them to school.
Aunt Maria: Better. (She hands her $5) That's for the transport fare.
Morena: But Aunty, it won't be enough.
Aunt Maria: So? Aren't you working? Add your money to it. Just make sure my kids get to school early!
(She leaves the room and Morena watches her in bewilderment)
(Meanwhile)
(At Chuks restaurant)
Nina: I wonder why Morena is late for work. I just pray she gets here before the manager does.
(Daniel enters the kitchen)
Nina: Hi Daniel.
Daniel: Nina hey
Nina: (sees what he's holding) What's that?
Daniel: It's a gift. For Cecilia.
Nina: You wanna propose to her or what?
Daniel: Hold up, I'm not proposing to her yet. I just want to give her this gift.
(Just as Daniel goes to meet Cecilia, Morena enters the kitchen)
Daniel: Hey babe. I brought something for you.
Cecilia: Awwwnn that's so sweet. What is it?
(Daniel takes out a bouquet of flowers and gives it to Cecilia)
Cecilia: They smell so nice. So what else did you get me?
Daniel: (confused) What else?
Cecilia: You know, Money, chocolates, sweets, teddy bears, gift cards...
Daniel: I only got you flowers.
Cecilia: (angrily) That's it?! All you brought for me are these cheap flowers?!!!
Daniel: Babe, Calm down...
Cecilia: Shut the hell up! You don't tell me how to act! (looks at the flowers) I don't need this for goodness sake, Other guys are giving their girlfriends money and proper gifts and here you are, Giving me flowers. Now what am I supposed to be doing with them? Smelling them? Ugh, You're cheap and stupid.
(Cecilia throws the flowers at Daniel and leaves the kitchen)