"Mom, I still have work tonight so I'll be home late. After my work at the coffee shop I'll be right there," I said.
It was busy arranging to order him perfumes, shorts, shoes, and what what else.
She's working hard for our family. Even Mom wasn't used to working because she was very promoted in life back then because of my grandparents. Sadly they're gone already, since I was a kid. Mom's an only daughter like Dad.
After that accident, everything changed for all of us. We're still living in the same house. But there was almost no use in the house because everything had been sold before.
We prioritize Dad and Bliss medications over appliances.
"Work? At night? What work is that?" he asked, frowning.
I pressed my lips together.
I may not be allowed to tell the truth.
"Modeling Mom. There's a photoshoot because it's a pity so I'll go," I said.
Her forehead wrinkles.
"I thought you already stop modeling? And why is it at night?"
"Mom's electricity bill is coming soon. We need cash. Don't worry I'm with Miranda."
Her eyes narrowed. "I'm still not convinced, Celiza. Especially with you so Miranda you're still the same ---"
"Mommy?"
Mom rushed to Bliss. "Hey baby, why are you awake? Are you in pain?"
He even rubbed his eyes, obviously just waking up. She looked up at me.
"Why Bliss? Where's the pain?"
"No Ate."
"Are you sure?"
"I want to go with you." He lips protruded.
"You're not allowed at my job Bliss." I chuckled.
"Another one you have class."
"I wish I could skip class to go with you."
"Bliss what are you saying? You can't skip class. We're already crawling your studies at a good school after ---"
"Mom."
She sighed.
"Maybe she's just tired of her environment Mom. She's doing great in school, remember? Bliss's grade is higher than mine was." I chuckled.
Bliss is brilliant. She excelled in class. Mom always went up on stage to hang a medal with her.
I didn't regret sacrificing everything for her. She is succeeding in life. Even when he was young he was fine. I'm sure Bliss will have a good future hi Di like me. I won't let her do the same mistakes that I did back when I was young.
"What do you want for your birthday Bliss?" aniya is Mom.
"I want you all here on my birthday."
Mom and I met eye to eye. We were too busy with work so sometimes we couldn’t bond anymore.
"That's all?"
"Cake too, the pink one."
I laughed.
She has a sweet tooth and she loves pink so much.
She's so me.
"I'll take care of it," I said.
"Do you still want the bag that we saw in the Bliss shop?"
He nodded at Mom's question.
My eyes remained on her.
My heart warms everytime I stare at her. I can’t believe he grew up a happy child, far far away from the powerless Bliss that night I watched.
"Mom I gotta go."
"Wait! I haven't let you in yet."
"It's just work Mom."
"Are you sure about that?" Question it again.
I nodded. "Of course Mom! Miranda told me so sure to saka safe!"
I watched Dad spin the wheelchair toward us.
"If it weren't for my accident, you wouldn't have to work anymore Celiza. I should be the one working hard. I should be the one who keeps you alive, but here I am, just sitting! It doesn't matter!"
I knelt in front of it. "Don't say that Dad, you have done too much for this family. You have done everything to follow my luxuries. I will support this family now. All of you are my strength. So always take medicine and follow your therapist. ”I couldn’t help but tears welled up in my eyes as I said that.
Dad just cried and I kissed him.
******
The art gallery is fascinating with all the paintings hanging on the wall. But for tonight this is not just gonna be an art gallery.
This is the car show's venue. This is Miranda’s racket to me. The luxurious cars are fascinating.
Different car models are also available. Any color you can think of is here.
I rolled my eyes all around. Lots of people waiting outside. We were on the back stage, where two separate large and red curtains covered us and the car.
This car is the most highlight of the car show. It is said that there are only five of them in the Philippines.
I pulled back the curtain a little in the middle.
The lights are dancing. People were talking to each other and looking at the cars. Checking out what is good to display in their garage.
It’s all rich, that’s for sure. I don't even know how Miranda got such a racket.
I took a deep breath as I glanced around. I squeeze my shaking hands together.
Miranda approached me. "Hey are you okay?"
"Y-yes." I stuttered.
"Are you nervous?"
I nodded.
"That's normal! I was like that when I was." she chuckled.
I sighed.
I have returned the curtain to its original order. I turned sesame around. I slowly took off my red fitted silicon dress that was too short. I just bent down and saw everything I was hiding.
It was also a bit hard to breathe because it was so close to my chest.
I can clearly see the shape of my body and my healthy chest and ass in this dress. I also wore a red stiletto. To match the color.
The racket he was referring to was car show. Of course a car girl needs those. He should have had this racket but he just left it to me because I really needed it. He’s not here because he has another racket now. That woman really never runs out of racket in life.
Miranda racket, thing.
It's not just a car show, because it's a big car company. So for sure I will make a good income here later. All I had to do was frown and smile at the people outside.
I didn't bother to socialize with him anymore because this is the only time I will do it.
I saw that the car I was looking at had been replaced. That was replaced. If so, isn't that the car that only five have in the philippines? Is that his five more cars?
So maybe replaced so we don't scratch or what.
I thought that was the car!
Not yet.
My gaze remained on that beautiful sports car. If Magnus sees it maybe he'll like it. Because that one loves the car.
How is she? Where is he now? My last news with him was that he studied abroad.
That must be fun there.
Does he ever think of me?
Do I still remember?
I sighed.
Why would he think of me?
I hurt him. Who would want to worry about pain, right?
Bwiset! Why am I thinking of him?
I sighed.
We were told to get our seats, so I took action.
It was as if this beautiful car greeted me. Just on my side. It's not just a car, it's a sports car!
Shit.
This is beautiful.
Obviously expensive.
I want to have money someday but for now just think first.
The curtain was pulled at both ends and a spot light hit the car, including us.
I smiled quickly and modeled the car, my companion did the same, then we just kembot because the speaker came out. Even though I didn’t see much because they were in the spotlight I just kept doing it.
"Who will take home this luxurious car this evening?" Speaker's question.
Everyone applauded.
I heard the shout at the end. "I want to take home the girls!" The others laughed. Even the speaker.
The speaker continued to speak, while we were still smiling.
People start beading there. It's like an auction, who can buy this beautiful car.
The spotlight on the car was also removed, so my vision cleared and I rotated it all over the place.
At the same time, my eyes hit the man I tried to forget for five years.