CLASS 4-16 (Rebecca’s POV) “OH, GOOD LORD.” I mumbled as I entered the classroom. All their eyes were fixed at me and the girls were showing how much they dislike the fact that I was there. Ms. Leni pulled me in front and spoke. “Good morning class. There was a last-minute change regarding your advisor and your classmates. Instead of Mrs. Rose, I will be your permanent advisor and we have added two more students in this class.” “If it’s been decided then we cannot do anything but accept that girl.” A lady with a long hair stated nonchalantly. I wanted to run out of the room but doing that will prove that I am just a dumb, wimp, weak-hearted student who talked nonsense earlier. “Please find an available seat, Rebecca.” Ms. Leni said, and I was left with no other choice but to do what she asked. I walked towards the free seat at the back next to a man who was sleeping. I immediately sat down and looked at my desk to avoid their judging stares. I guess it’s better to sit beside a g
THE GIRL SITTING BESIDE me who was also wearing eyeglasses stood up. "My name is Ginny and I, for one, hate bullies." She glanced at me that made me clutched on my skirt tighter. "Sorry if we made fun of you. It was just mind blowing how you confessed to him earlier. Not everyone has that kind of courage so to be honest, I admire what you did." My lips parted in awe. Maybe… they're not that bad after all. "I like studying, but last year my grades fluctuated because…" She took a deep breath. "... Because I was bullied by my classmates. Ms. Leni is already aware of that so I wouldn't talk much about it. So please, I highly suggest everyone to refrain from bullying other students. You have no idea what it can do to someone." I saw other students nodding, especially girls. "And to answer the last question, I would like to take BS in Biochemistry when I reach college. That's why I plan to do my best and ace high school." She smiled and slightly bowed as curtsy. "I hope we all can get
THE PRESENT TIME REBECCA’S POV I finally snapped out of thoughts when I heard Maribella laughed. The audience seems to be enjoying my story too but being sucked back to my memory lane was a bit embarrassing for me. It reminded me of how stupid I was when I was young. I think I said too much. “You are quite adorable in your younger days, Ms. Javier. Not everyone can do that. Honestly, while you are telling us what happened, I pictured myself confessing my feelings to the man I’m in love with and it was quite… unimaginable.” She chuckled and slowly shook her head. “I… I cannot do it.” I smiled. “That’s exactly what they said. But I don’t know. Sometimes, when you feel too much love and you started to feel suffocated for adoring someone, you just find yourself blurting out unnecessary things and feel better after… although, it comes with a price.” “Obviously. If you don’t mind me asking, what happened to you after that incident?” I sighed. “Well…” GOING BACK TO THE PAST THE NEXT
"LOVE? HE'S YOUR BOYFRIEND?" Ginny asked in a whisper. She was also looking at me baffled. "N-No!" I strongly denied but in a feeble voice. "It's been a long time since the last time I saw you. You've become even prettier than before, Love." He sincerely said and gave me a sweet smile. "I missed you." My classmates who were trying to control themselves let out a teasing rumpus. I turned my head and they were all looking at me with a silly smile on their faces. Oh damn! My eyes glimpsed at Ibarra who was just minding his own business. He doesn't seem to care but the people around us will definitely judge me because of what's happening. I felt my cheeks flushed. "Enough with this sweet talk. Introduce yourself." Ms. Leni interrupted and I took the chance to silently sit down on my chair. He beamed as he studied the faces of the people inside the classroom. "Hi! My name is Judiel. I'm the son of Mayor Fernandez reigning in the municipality of Cainta. I ended up here since I final
“MOVING ON WITH THE Vice President. Who would you like to elect?” Jeremy asked while smiling at us. Myrtle raised her hand and stood up. “I nominate Ms. Hera as Vice President. I believe she can work alongside with Jeremy.” Hera smiled. “Well this is new.” She seems elated. If I were to elaborate on that, it appears she got tired of being nominated as a muse for the past three years. “Other candidate?” Mica stood up. “I nominate Heiji as the Vice President. Didn’t he supported Jeremy earlier when Michell was trying to enter our class?” I bobbed my head in agreement. She has a point and now I’m torn between whom shall I choose. “Don’t vote for me.” Heiji whispered while giving us a threatening stare. “I don’t wanna be a part of the officers!” “I close the nomination!” Ray declared. “Now, for those who’s in favor with Hera… raise your hands.” Heiji doesn’t need to beg since most of us really voted for our beautiful classmate. She stood up and walked in front of the class. “We
PRESENT TIMES "OH MY GOSH! DON'T tell me you're the chosen one?" Maribella shockingly uttered. I gave her a half smile and nodded. "My crazy classmates didn't vote for other candidates which led me to win the position." "And you're cool with that?" "What else can I do? Besides, I was thinking of it as an opening to get close to Ibarra." "You have a point. But… how did the other girls react to it?" "Oh please…" I exasperatedly sighed. "It's too embarrassing to tell. Not to mention, annoying. Well, we were all young at that time, so I think that was given." "CUT!" The director suddenly shouted and walked towards us. "We have to end the show. It's already way beyond our time." "Really?" Maribella checked her wristwatch. "Damn! Time really flies when you're having fun." She looked at me and apologetically smiled. "I desperately wanted to know what happened but it's the director's order. We have to cut it short." I bobbed my head. "Of course." "I'd like to ask you more. I wanted
Rebecca POV (LOOKING BACK… AGAIN) “IS THERE SOMEONE AGAINST Ginny for closing the nomination right away?” Ms. Leni asked and looked at my classmates. Obviously, some of them were against it. I can see the disagreement in their eyes but no one attempted to raise their hands. I decided to act on it myself. “Me! I don’t agree with this!” I frantically stated while staring at Hera as if she did something crazy. Well, voting a normie like me was indeed insane. Ms. Leni’s brow arched. “So you’re questioning Hera’s capability of choosing the muse for this class? Don’t you think that there’s a reason why she voted for you?” I shrugged my shoulders. “I don’t know… maybe she was just playing prank on me. Please don’t allow this Ms. Leni! We won’t win the pageant if you are seriously thinking of letting me join.” “I think you are perfect for the role, Rebecca.” A genuine smile formed on Hera’s lips. “And just so you know, I’m not playing a prank on you.” My glasses slid down on the bridge
GINNY’S POV IT WAS A WONDERFUL morning for me. The sun was radiantly smiling above us, I was able to arrive at school early and everything seems to be in their rightful places… … Until I heard someone yelped for help. I immediately ran towards the bathroom where I heard the pleading voice of a woman when Mitchell’s group suddenly walked out of the comfort room. They were all laughing hard and it came down on me that they must have done something mischievous again. Mitchell noticed me and pushed me by the shoulder before ordering her minions to quickly fled away from the scene. “What happened? I heard someone screamed.” I turned my head and saw Heiji’s worried face. “I’m not sure.” I looked back at the comfort room and walked inside it. “Hello?” Heiji watched me as I checked the cubicles. “Do I have to call Ms. Leni?” He asked. “Hold on. We have to check the situation first.” I pushed the next door but no one was there. “Hello? Please if someone is here then answer me