> * Make every second of your life count. * *** Flash back ( 3 ) Two years later, “ Jose, do you understand the concept behind, matrix? ” Mira inquired during their now usual late night study. They were both seated in front of the study table, side by side. “ I do. Do you need any help with it? ” He said, turning to face her. “ I do. We were taught earlier by Mrs Crawford, but I wasn't able to catch up with her explanations at some point. ” she said. “ Makes me wonder what you were thinking about. ” He said mischievously. “ That's none of your business. ” Even as she said that, a faint blush made its way to her cheeks. “ Oh wow, my Bestie has caught feelings for someone. ” he stood up and crouched in front of her. “ So tell me, who's he? ” “ Well… ” Though she was fifteen years old, Miranda still found it a bit weird talking to someone about her feelings. “ I'm waiting. ” he made a face, causing her to chuckle. “ It's Fredrick Everest. ” she replied at long
> * Do the right thing even when nobody knows you are doing the right thing. ---- Oprah Winfrey. * **** ------- Mira ------- The ache in my heart grew as the memories swirled in my head and soon my eyes welled up with hot tears. The memories were just so many. Movie nights, book hauls, going hiking, picnics, beach parties, etc. Jose was a big part of my pre teen and teenage years, he holds a big part of my life and memories. He was my backbone, my confidant, my best friend. He was everything I could ever dream of. My life started making sense when I met Jose. And now? Breaking up hurts. And it especially sucks when you are required to let go of someone you love and care about so much. Someone who'd always been there for you. Someone who had filled up those empty spaces of your heart. Someone you've always believed you'll be together forever. It hurts so much that nothing could be compared to it. Why does life have to be so cruel to me? Why do I always
> * For every action there is an equal and opposite reaction. This law is so true in our life's. — Oprah Winfrey * **** ------ Mira ----- Monday. I resume back to school today and if one thing, it's not been something I've been looking forward to. I love school, yeah. But it's a different thing when I have to resume back to school after a long week suspension, especially when my Best friend or should I say, ex?was suspended for two weeks, meaning? I'll have to face the entire school on my own for the next one week. The truth is, I'd never get used to this, any of this and I admit, the mere thought of it sucks. I know I'm not meant to feel guilty since I'm practically innocent, but knowing how much Jose loves school and now is forced to stay absent from it for two whole weeks makes me feel guilty. It would have been easier for me to prove my innocence if the situation had been different, and by different I mean, if Jose had trusted me more. But there's definitely
> * To be an anomaly, you have to act like one. * **** * Happy 20 chapters, guys! * ------ Mira. ------- Detention was definitely not something loved by a lot of people, me included. The thought of being locked in a room alone frightens me a whole lot. It would have been better if I was in my room all day, than in a school library which feels kind of creepy being left alone in it. The library was very big, big enough to accommodate two hundred readers comfortably. It had ten long rows of shelves in total filled with different books ranging from Historical fiction to fantasy romance and academic books. I'd always loved it, yeah, as the peace and quietness fits my spirit a lot but I definitely do not like it alone here. “ You know one thing we have in common, Miranda? ” Jose's voice rang in my head again as memories of our times together in this library flashed through my mind. “ What? ” “ You love books as much as I do. ” Indeed, I still haven't been able to
> * You are the creator of your own destiny. * **** ----- Mira. ------ Friday, It's the final day of my detention and I couldn't be happier, seeing how much I have achieved. I've been able to not only cover lots of topics in my core subjects, but I've also been able to get several decent night's sleep. I couldn't evade the sadness that befell me whenever I thought of how much I'd missed for being absent from classes for almost two weeks, but on a second note. I couldn't actually do anything to change that, can I? With that in mind I packed my belongings and headed outside the library. I'd just stepped out when the guard approached me with a smile. “ You are really a strong girl and I'm super proud of how hardworking and disciplined you are. Keep working on it, girl. The sky is your starting point. ” I'd just started to say, “ Thank you. ” when he simply patted my shoulders and disappeared. I had a thousand and one thoughts going through my head as I walked along the sc
>* It's the passion inside you that keeps you going. *------- Joseph. --------Saturday,Though it's still very early, I'd started making preparations for my girlfriend's arrival, later today. I'd been super ecstatic when she mentioned that she'd love to pay me a visit, it was something I was expecting given how private and closed she was. And sometimes her actions made me wonder if what she felt for me was as deep as my feelings for her, but her words proved so, didn't it?It still feels surreal that the one and only Queen Bee of our prestigious highschool is my girlfriend, it's like a dream come true and I'd I'll never cease being grateful to have her in my life. If one thing, I wish I always find reasons to be grateful and always remain happy and ecstatic. I changed into matching, Jumper and pants after taking a shower. They were both blue, which was Vera's favorite color. I'd intentional picked that color to surprise her. I just hope she notices though and everything go
> * Courage is the ability to go from failure to failure without losing enthusiasm. * **** ------ Mira. ------ Though I'd been missing Jose a whole lot, I definitely wasn't expecting to see him at the restaurant earlier. It honestly took a lot of self control and maturity to actually act professional around him, given how close and playful we once were. Just when I thought it was all over, I had to slip! Gosh! I'm glad he caught me just in time, before I could embarrass myself in front of the other customers. His fast reflexes saved the day and am super grateful for that. I headed back to the orphanage as soon as my shift ended three hours later. I'm glad I had a short shift today as I was becoming too exhausted to stand. I took a quick shower after getting back to my room and changed into my pink pajamas, which were my favorite given how comfy they were. I grabbed my cell from the nightstand and turned it on. I logged into my social media account as soon as i
>* As long as you have air in your lungs, you still have the opportunity to live out your dreams. *****------ Mira. -------Monday,As I freshened up I thought of how special today was, not only because I will finally be resuming back to school today, but also because Jose will be resuming too.I couldn't help but wonder how the day would turn out. Especially when it's been a while since I've actually seen him. We met on Saturday, but that still doesn't count given how close we once were. I found it funny how we've become practically strangers, despite our closeness just months ago.Then we'd be unable to stay without talking to each other as every moment was spent either talking or gisting.I could still very well recall the late night chats, early morning chats and leisure time chats. It had always been beautiful and blissful. I'd never for once felt lonely as I'd always got company and there's also a stable shoulder to cry on, whenever I needed it. Jose had always been cari
Epilogue.“ The end of a thing is better than its beginning. ”****—- Miranda —-It's said that friendship is the backbone of every relationship, I can't help but agree more at this point. I stared into the ever beautiful eyes of my groom and the love and adoration in it couldn't be denied. It's been fifty years of friendship and thirty eight years of marriage, yet it feels like a lifetime.Is this really how beautiful love is?I've always heard about love being beautiful from my parents and now? I couldn't help agreeing more. Years ago, I had questioned why some things happened to me which weren't meant to. I know better now that God has been in my story all along. Slowly crafting and editing out unimportant details, to create a wonderful masterpiece. And now? After so many years and me being surrounded by my friends, family, kids and grandchildren, I can only say. God is good and his timings are always perfect. “ Didn't I say we'll celebrate fifty years of friendship? ” I s
“ Smile because your world brightens up when you do. ” *** —- Miranda —-“ Mom… ” It felt like my heart got caught in my throat at the sight of my daughter in white.I couldn't form a word as emotions rushed through me, I could see flashes of our moments together. The first time I'd held her, the first time she'd said Mom. Her first day at school, the day she'd finally opened up to me about her crush. I would never forget how long the conversation was that day on a small picnic by the lake. The blush on her cheeks and the glow in her eyes made me realize just how smitten my daughter was. “ I love him, Mom. ” I would never forget so soon how beautiful the words sounded when they echoed in the blue sky. And now? The same girl I had held as a baby and vowed to love and protect was now getting married to the love of her life. “ Babe. ” I couldn't control the tears that fell out of my eyes, as I stared at my daughter in the most beautiful dress I've seen. I've always admired supe
“ Having a guy best friend who truly loves and cares about you is indeed super priceless. ” *** “ Dad. ” “ Yes, Baby girl? ” He stared his little sweet sixteen who was looking more and more like her mom on a daily basis. “ Do you know I have a crush on someone? ” Her words made him pause from swinging the swing they were currently on. He'd made it a routine to spend quality time with both his children every weekend so he could get to know them and their personalities better. Though lately, he'd been spending more time with his daughter as it seemed the latter needs his time and attention most.“ Oh, really? Who's the lucky guy? ” He grinned, on seeing the red blush on her cheeks.“ He's Noel. ” She replied in a chicken-like manner. “ And he is? ” “ My Best Friend. ” “ Oh wow. ” Joseph instantly felt history about to repeat itself as he stared at his daughter.“ Does he know about it? ” He inquired softly, taking her hands in his. “ No… I don't think he sees me that way thoug
“ Pain is temporary. ”***“ I wish we can always choose the one we fall in love with. Perhaps it wouldn't be a big deal now that I'm in this case. I am Ava Smith and this is my story. A year ago, I fell in love with a young man who was 20 at the time of our meeting. He wasn't the most beautiful man I've ever come across but in my heart, he'll always be the best definition of beauty. Black beauty is what I'll call him. His smile was ever beautiful and never ceased to warm my heart. His voice was like the sound of many waters and the sound of his laughter was like a waterfall. I fell for this innocence, his honesty and thoughtfulness.I was attracted to him by his love for dancing and acting. I've never met someone as talented as him. Matthew was his name and I must say, his name did great justice to his personality, but I would have preferred for him to be named Daniel. I loved him in a way, I've never loved anyone before. When asked what I love about him, I get confused a
“ Be with someone who is afraid to lose you. ”*** “ How do you feel, Jose. ” Joseph turned to face his beautiful wife, who looked ever stunning at thirty. Perhaps it's true that beauty is in the eyes of the beholder, cos even after so many years he still found her as stunning as she'd always been. “ You've asked that question three times already. ” He smiled seeing her pout. “ But it's okay, I get it. ” He turned to face her. “ It's Vera's wedding, I know. ” He pulled her to a seat on the bed beside him as he cupped her face. “ I'd once been infatuated with her, and couldn't imagine a life without her once. ” He paused to search her eyes. “ But that's in the post now, you know. I love you and you are my forever so you don't have to worry about me, Kay? ” “ Um… ” “ Besides, you look unusually beautiful today. ” He tucked her hair behind her face, as she blushed. “ Should we roll on the sheets for a few minutes before we leave? ” “ In your dreams. ” She stood up in an attemp
“ I cry when you cry. ”*** Five years later,Miranda opened the door to her daughter's room and sighed helplessly when she didn't find her there. She matched towards her son's and there she met them spooned together on the bed. “ Gosh, how many times do I have to tell them not to sleep together. ” She muttered under her breath. She'd thought the doctor had been over exaggerating when she said they'll be literally inseparable. Now? She figured Angelina was more than right. They couldn't even stay a moment without each other. “ Nuel, Nuella. ” She patted them lovingly and slowly but steadily she was welcomed by two deep blue eyes. Ones she'd come to fall in love with. “ Mom… ” Nuella was the first to react as she detached herself from her brother's embrace and went into her mother's arms. “ Good morning, Hon. ” She pecked her cheeks and straightened her short hair which was tied in two messy buns. “ Morning, Mom. ” She rubbed her head on Miranda's chest as she'd always done
“ Forgiveness sets you free. ”*** “ Can I take a seat? ” The duo stared at each other before nodding. “ I know you guys have a million and one questions to ask me. ” She smiled, “ That's not unexpected, right? Since I disappeared months ago and suddenly reappeared. ” The duo nodded. “ Well, I was imprisoned for three months due to my involvement in a crime relating to Miranda. ” “ What crime? ” Evie inquired, staring at the two.“ I planned to have her miscarry, but my plan failed as always. ” Her tone was solemn. “ Um… ” Evelyn sighed, realizing her Bestie had forgiven her already. So what right does she have to overreact?“ I heard God for the very first time in the police’s van. ”“ God? ” They were left completely stunned by her words.“ As you both know, I've always been an atheist. But for the first time, I heard the deity which you and Joseph had always spoken about. Prior to that, I've always believed he was nothing but a figment of your imaginations. But the single enc
“ Hard Work sets the difference between great and average. ”***“ You are pregnant, Bestie? ” The latter blushed heavily at the question directed to her.“ Yeah. ” She replied shyly.“ But why didn't you tell me? ” Miranda felt happy, yet a little disappointed at that. Best friends are meant to tell each other everything, right?So why hide that important detail from her?“ I just found out, okay? ” Evie replied defensively, not totally comfortable under her accusing gaze.“ Okay. ” Miranda nodded with a tight smile. ***Later in their car. “ You've been silent, Honey. ” He mused, pulling her into his arms. He'd never totally understand how quickly her mood changes. Thankfully he'd read a lot on post childbirth depression and understood that her feelings and reactions are absolutely normal. Though not totally normal to him as he craves for his wife to be completely alright. “ I feel Evie should have told me about her pregnancy earlier. ” Joseph sighed hearing her words.He'd nev
“ God never comes too late, he comes right on time. ”*** The day seemed to go slowly until the middle aged bride was handed a mirror. “ Oh my. ” Hannah couldn't stop the gasp that escaped her lips at her reflection in the mirror. For some reason, she'd always believed she'd never be as beautiful as she was at her previous wedding ceremony. But who knew. Her short almond colored hair was beautifully styled on her head, her makeup and mascara was perfect further adding to her stunning look. “ You make a beautiful bride, Nanny. ” She turned to hear the exact words she'd said at the latter’s wedding. “ Thank you. ”“ I'm super glad I got to witness your happy day, Mom. ” Those simple words made her emotional. She'd always believed she would never experience the joy and gladness this day brings. After her husband left her. She'd literally lost all hope in finding love again. She believed she can never be happy again as she'll never find a man better than Joshua.But who knew.“ Th