Alex's POV
I am now at my favorite coffee shop in this city . Enjoying my espresso while waiting for the person who was able to find my pouch together with my ID's , license and my car keys .
As of that day together with my friends we decided to walk to the nearest restaurant and David decided to take me home that night. So, kind of slipped my mind at the moment.
I've forgotten to check my things when I left that clinic because of my growing annoyance with you know who.
But I am really thankful to whoever this person is for keeping my documents and most of all returning it to me. I don't give a damn with the cash inside that pouch important thing is the documents keys and my license.
Later, that night. I received a call saying they found my pouch verifying if it was really mine cause it has my number on it.
And now I'm here waiting for the good samaritan.
But then again I have to see that face again ugh..
''I'm starting to think you really are stalking me ''Ugh, that voice. I guess its late to hide now.
''Don't flatter yourself ,it's not my fault that you're everywhere... but I'm not surprise cheap things can be found anywhere..Always easy to get. '' I simply stated without thinking too much about it with a poker face.
'' Sometimes having an easy way or being easily available is not bad. It even helps the daily life of most of us. Especially now in the modern era where everything is gradually speeding up to make our people's lives easier with the help of technology. So if you think I'm easy to get hold of, I'm happy to help make life easier and I'm always willing to be accessible. But I'm also willing to provide you with my premium services and promise to deliver those services only to you.. that is if you only allow me, my love. '' She smartly answered my statement with grace and her over confident aura.
'' Divine Jade Arevalo at your service, Miss Villareal.''
I'd be lying if I say I didn't see her sexy in what she just did. But I won't let her see that she does has an effect on me. .Especially now with her new hair cut. Her brown hair had been cut short .She really looks like Kristen Stewart right now specially with that kaki suit and black shirt inside. One palm inside her pocket and other is ready to shake my hand while she's leaning down facing me .
I just stared at her hand not wanting to have a skin contact with her. She pulled her hand back and seated herself in front of me grinning like a crazy dog.
I am now turning into my another skin my monster self is ready to come out any moment. I am so damn annoyed I just stared at her putting daggers on her in my head.
I've got to keep my cool in front of her. Attractive na dati si Vans kahit di siya magayos ngayon pa kaya na nakita ko siya sa ganitong version niya.
No. SHE IS NOT VANESSA.
As she just stated earlier she is an Arevalo no wonder why she is over confident just like all the Arevalo that I've met.
Another Clan of politicians and business owners. Confident and Cunning people if I could recall clearly, my clan and her clan isn't and will never be in good terms.
For the reasons which I don't know yet. But maybe now I know why. For I have now tasted how annoying it is to be near even one drop of their disgusting blood whose now in front of me.
Sobrang presko niya at sobrang nakakainis siya.
''Y-you done checking me out? Cause you know I am a little busy with this cafe already.''Nanlaki ang mga mata ko sa sinabi niya.
It makes me sad hearing that from her because this place is my most favorite place in this city their coffee here tastes like home it reminds me of someone I used to know who is very good at making coffee it always soothes my soul. It brings back memories.
Now Its going to be odd coming back here knowing an Arevalo owns this place not only that but also because I can't afford being near her.
'Sa'yo 'to'' Gulat na tanong ko.
''Unfortunately?'' Nangaasar na sagot niya.
''So, are you planning to get what you came here for ?Or your still enjoying the view?''Nakangising sambit niya pertaining to herself ang kapal talaga.
Nalito ako sa sinabi niya pero mas nagulat ako sa hawak niya na nilagay niya sa mesa.
''So, all this time it was just you who has my pouch?'' Di makapaniwalang sambit ko sa kanya.
Nanlaki ang mata niya sa sinabi ko unable to utter a word.
''Its okay I know its not that easy for your kind forgetting this goddess face.So, this is your scheme para makita akong muli Miss Arevalo? I didn't know you have that big crush on me?You should've just told me so, I might have thought of giving you a chance.'' I stated with a sexy smirk that can tame anyone.At medyo nilapit ang mukha ko sa mukha niya while looking seductively at her deep coffee eyes. It won't hurt that much giving her the taste of her own medicine.
She didn't move for a couple of seconds by what I just did. I laugh to myself I know how attractive I am. And it feels good being able to win every time I use my charm .
''N-no, its not me. Its someone lazy enough bringing a key..so can I atleast get a thank you?''Naamoy ko ang mabango at mainit niyang hininga dahilan para mapalayo ako ng konti sa kanya.Napangiti ako nang hindi na siya nanglaban sa ginawa ko kanina
Lalo na nang makita ko kung ganon kalakas ang epekto ko sa kanya.
But I hope she won't notice how nervous I am right now and my palms are starting to sweat with how intense way she's looking at my face.
Its full of emotions I can't comprehend.
''ah..ehem..'' Tikhim ko kasi nasobrahan na yata siya kakatitig sakin naiilang na ako at parang biglang uminit dito sa cafe kahit kanina sobrang lamig naman.
I was able to study her face while she's being weird and all so I look at her eyes at nalulunod ako sa lalim nito sari-saring emosyon ang nakikita ko sa loob nito .
''H-here's your pouch ..y-you're welcome.''Umiwas siya ng tingin. At walang lingon likod na umalis sa harap ko papunta kung saan.
Naiiwan akong nakatulala ngayon dito still bothered of what just happened.
Ano yung nakita ko kanina sa mga mata niya.
Vans. Nakita ko si Vans sa kanyang mga mata the expession of her eyes is like begging.
But why?What is it she wanted to say?
Madaming bagay agad naglaro sa isip ko sa pagkakataong ito.
''Vans.''Bulong ko. Sabay kuha ng pouch ko at dali-daling lumabas ng cafe.
My eyes started to get wet as walked out of that place running to my car.
There is no way that she is not Vanessa Areglado.
No way that I was just having a glimpse of Vans in her for she fucking look like her.
What did they do to her ?
How did happen ..
That she is now an Arevalo?
I need to know something .
There is no way this is all just coincidence.
Her face.
Is screaming something.
The coffee.
The look in her eyes.
I'm going to unveil your secrets Miss Arevalo.
How did I became so fool all this time.
I can't do that anymore ignoring fact that is clearer than the sky.
I have always believed that you are alive.
Seeing you again is a living proof that I am right all along.
I'm gonna bring you back Vans.
Kung dati wala akong nagawa iba na ngayon I am now prepared and ready.
'' Why is it you are not fighting back with all Jasper is doing to you?'' I scolded Vanessa kasi sobrang nakakainis siya .
Umuwi kami dito sa lumang bahay nang wala sa oras dahil sa napakadumi namin that asshole and his gang splashes fish blood and intestine on her and I had to defend her over him.
Becasuse she is not fighthing instead she just ignored them and continue walking away .
I can't possibly just stand aside and do nothing about it.I didn't want to let that slide but she pulled me away from that bastard.
Running is her solution to it.
What a coward .I know how easy she can beat them with her reputation. But she didn't.
I know there is something that's holding her back. I just feel there is.
I am seating sa tabing dagat para magpahangin.
Because I am really pissed about what just happened earlier.
And more pissed of her. I just don't get her.
I feel something hot near my face and when I turn my head on my right .
I give her my poker face I saw the cup in front of me with a note sticked on it .
'Saying 'SORRY NA'' tapos nag puppy eyes pa siya,
She knows my weakness ..I'm not a fan of coffee para sakin kasi pang matanda lang yan but her coffee is heaven.
And her eyes how can I possibly always melt with her dramatic coffee eyes.?
''I hate you.'' I rolled my eyes and grab the cup from her hand.
She smiled and seated herself beside me.
We seated there one feet apart feeling the serenity of this place, the beautiful sunset ,the chilly wind blowing our hair, feeling the presence of each other.
Divine is how I describe that moment.
As I was looking on her side profile .Her long brown and wavy hair dancing with the music the wind brings it is like caressing her face like a divine entity. The sunset rays is making her beautiful face glow ,I studied her face from her long eyelashes to her expressive deep eyes which is painting the fire ball that is facing us , I look at her pointed nose down to her natural pink lips ..
Perfect
A real goddess
How lucky I was having the chance to sit next to the goddess at this moment?
Damn.
I'm starting to get scared of myself as I am hearing my thoughts.
Wonder'ng If its still normal to look at your friend this way.
Ringtone of my Iphone 4s is blasting inside my bag.It dragged me back off from my transition of thoughts and bring me back from the memories and that's always been getting me out of track every time.
Without looking at the caller ID I put the phone between my ear and shoulder and turn on the car engine and look for my earphone inside the compartment.
Not able to find it I decided to just put it on loud speaker.
''Hello? Nasaan ka?'' I recognized the voice immediately.
''Why? What do you want Princess?'' I answered.
I started to move my car out of the parking space in this coffee shop as I was about to drive out of this place I manage to look at the side mirror .
Giving last glance to a certain person inside the coffee shop whose also looking at my direction now.
Kibit balikat akong nagpatuloy sa pagdrive ng kotse leading it to the high way to finally leave the place.
''Hello ? My kausap pa ba ako?''Again Princess manage to put me back in track.
''Yes, I'm still here. About my car ngayon ko lang nakuha ulit ang keys ko since I lost it that day. Don't ask why. Its a long story kita nalang tayo this coming Monday.' 'I explained. She called to remind me about my car daw .I admit its one of my problems I often forget things. Since I am always thinking of other things. I mean a certain person. Kampante naman ako na walang magtatangkang mangialam sa kotse ko sa Uni since Princess's Dad is the president of that school.
''Okay'' Sagot niya nalang emphasizing the O in it.
Pinatay ko na ang tawag at nagpatuloy na sa pagdrive.
''Ma'am, pinatawag mo daw po ako?''Si Melissa ay isa sa mga emplayado ko na itinuturing ka na ring kaibigan. She is a working student.
''Melissa,halika maupo ka.Huwag mo na ako i-ma'am halos magkaedad lang tayo. Grabe ka naman ganun na ba ako katanda saýo?''Nandito ako ngayon sa office ng bar na itinayo ko after I recovered from attempting to end it all. Itong bar ang naging diversion ko being depressed dito ko binuhos lahat ng attention ko since I dropped out of school.
Samahan pa nang pagkalat ng issue nang pagiging anak ko sa labas I become a star of rumors in the whole region for my father was planning to run for governor position at time. Kaya ayoko na maiinvolve sa politika masiyadong magulo at madumi.
They postponed that decision and decided to run for Mayor instead this coming election.
Lagi akong bagsak o di kaya nagdadrop-out sa mga uni na pinapasukan ko hindi ako bubo ayaw ko lang talaga mag-aral ng mga panahon na yun.
I just can't do it kasi naalala ko siya.Maybe, its because of a promise that we made sa lumang bahay we wanted to go in that stage together.
We have dreamed of building our own firm with her as my Engineer and I'm her Architect.
It would have been a strong partnership.
Pero ngayon I guess I'm ready to do it with or without her.
I've realize that I should not depend my life with what happened in the past.
I should now focus in my present to keep moving forward to my future.
But she came back.
''Pinapunta niyo po ba ako dito para panoorin kayong magmokmok?'' May bahid ng pang aasar na wika ng kasama ko ngayon dito.
''Manahimik ka nga diyan Issa may inisip ako'' Sabi ko nalang para makaganti sa sinabi niya.
''Halata nga, eh kung di mo naman pala ako kailngan dito ba't mo pa ako pinatawag?'' Walang ganang wika niya bago nagtangkang lumabas ng office ko.
''Wait, don't go please..''Pigil ko sa kanya with a pout.
She came back in with a poker face and sit in front of me with slumped shoulder like saying here we go again.
This is one of the reasons I befriend her.She always listens not questioning and judging my situation.
That night I decided to tell her what happened from the time I met the Arevalo till sa nangyari kanina.
She is my walking journal.
Ayoko muna sabihin kay na Princess at Almira ang bagay na ito hindi ko alam kung bakit . I kind of feel its the right thing to do for the main time.
This time I'm gonna put my trust in Melissa more than anyone. I know its weird dahil bagong kakilala ko lang siya .But I always trust my gut feeling for it was always the right decision every time I have doubt of a situation. My gut feeling is my compass it always leads me to the right way.
And for some odd reasons I kind of have a faith in her. I can see her personality as a person who is willing to offer their life to you once you gain the trust.
I know her reputation is not that good but I can see through her eyes that she has a good soul.
And hindi man niya sabihin I know she is more than what she is portraying in front of everybody.
And like her I am not here to judge her way of dealing with this mess up world we are living.
And I think I can use that secret for some other time but for now her secret is safe with me.
And when I say safe I mean cover her if needed despite the fact she doesn't have a knowledge of what I know about her and I am willing to do to protect her.
Let just say I'm letting her play around for now as long as kaya ko pa.