Finale Model
Maliwanag na ilaw na bumabalot sa buong entablado, magandang tunog mula sa malaking stereo, ang nagkikislapan na ilaw mula sa bawat kuha ng mga tanyag na photographer sa bansa, at lubos sa lahat ay ang mga paghanga mula sa mga manonood sa gabing iyon.
Famous, beautiful, outstanding, a goddess... etc. That's what everyone can address to a model like Vanessa Dizon who participated in the runway that night. That night was a special night for a model like her. Kanya kanyang abilidad sa paglalakad sa buong sulok ng entablado. It was a battle of fame and beauty, and Vanessa should have accomplished that all in being able to succeed in her place as a top supermodel.
Iyon ang kanyang goal sa gabing iyon, ang mabihag ang mga mata ng mga importante at malalaking tao na babibilang sa industriya ng pagmomodelo. It is challenging for a model like her to reach that point, and Vanessa will do her best to show everyone her ability on the runways. Katulad ng ibang modelo ay ibubuhos talaga niya ang lahat ng kaya niya sa gabing iyon.
Vanessa is in a finale walk, of course, she expects to be the finale model in such a most renowned clothing company that night. Thank you to her manager who secured that special number for that event. Hindi madaling maipagkaloob sa isang modelo ang finale walk at napaka swerte na niya sa lagay na iyon.
For her, she was suitable for that part because she knew she could deliver it well and also this previous months she gained more popularity in her modeling career. Doon nakabase ang botohan sa runways director and owner. Sobra siyang nagpapasalamat sa manager niya na walang sawang sumuporta sa pagbo-boost ng karera niya. Higit sa lahat, sa assistant niyang si Odette na sa simula't simula ay ito na ang naging kasa-kasama niya. Through the ups and downs of her modeling career ay palagi itong nandiyan sa tabi niya. She was not only her assistant but also she is like her own sisters. Limang taon ang tanda nito sa kanya kaya itinuturin rin siya nitong nakababatang kapatid.
"Vanessa... look, you should have to give all your best for this event. Heto na tayo. Sa tatlong taon mo sa karera na ito na ang break para sa 'yo. Tonight, some of the big and prestigious entertainment agencies will approach you to join their company. And look, lahat ng nandito at imbitado ay puro nabibilang sa top list agency ng buong bansa. So get ready because anytime we will choose one of the best agencies to advance your careers, okay?" reminded her manager, Martha. Hindi lang isa, dalawa o tatlong beses nitong pagre-remind sa kanya kundi maraming beses na.
"Always noted, Martha. I will give all my best to satisfy the owner of this luxurious clothing line in the town. Also, to satisfy everyone's presence, and do not worry, I will never let you down," then she winked at her manager.
Martha was satisfied with her response. "That's my girl," wika nito.
Martha is already in her late twenties. She is not a big-time manager but with her special skills and resources, she always helps to boost every model she has been handling. At isa na si Vanessa roon. Siya rin ang mas nangibabaw sa lahat ng nahawakan niya dahil sa isa siyang mabait, masunurin, malakas ang self-confidence, humble rin siya at higit sa lahat kalmado siyang modelo. She has a good reputation and a very charming charisma that she unintentionally entices with her deep beauty. Sa isang pag-ngiti lang nito ay marami na ang mahuhumaling sa magandang mukha nito.
Odette smirks on the other side. "Alam kong petiks lang 'yan sa 'yo, Vanessa. Huh, ikaw pa ba? Ikaw pa ba?" tiwalang tiwala ito sa kanyang kakayahan. Well, Odette is right about that matter.
"Thank you so much. Kahit kinakabahan ako ngayon ay huwag kayong mag-alala. I will definitely go to the top, I promised." pangako niya sa mga ito.
After the artists retouched her makeup, Vanessa heaves a heavy breath. Unti-unti niyang inalis sa kanyang dibdib ang nararamdamang kaba. She should have not felt it instead replaced it with a full of determination and confidence. Tama si Martha, iyon na ang break na hinihintay niya na mangyari sa buong buhay n'ya.
She is already 20 years old, and her career is already rising. Sa edad niya ngayon at estado, nasisiguro niyang mas aangat pa siya sa kanyang karera kung mas may malaking ahensya ang papansin sa kanya. Her contract with her agency has already expired. Si Martha na mismong humahawak sa kanya ang nag suggests na huwag siyang pumirma muli, instead, she should wait until this event comes. Her Manager will sacrifice to lose her as one of the best artists para mas makilala siya sa industriya ng pagmomodelo. Iyan ay mangyayari lang kung mas may malaking ahensya ang hahawak sa kanya.
"Your turn," wika ng floor manager sa kanya sa backstage.
She smiles softly. "Okay, thank you."
She ready herself for her finale walk. Tuloyan niyang inalis ang buong kaba. All she had to think is her future career. Isa rin siya sa larangan na iyon na gustong masungkit ang title na Supermodel.
She slowly shows up in the crowd with her luxurious appearance. Her eyes twinkle with the camera's lens clicking all over the crowd, she shows her keen smile while she confidently walks the runways. Wala na siyang pakialam sa oras na iyon kundi ang ibigay lahat ng makakaya niya sa mga mata ng mga guests. Little did she not know that there were a few people who noticed her and intently looked at her appearance in the crowd, isa na doon si, Barron Hudson.
"Get me her details!" Barron's deep voice commands his Assistant, Rene who is sitting beside him.
"Yes, Sir," she politely responded to her boss. Hinugot agad nito ang kanyang tab sa kanyang bag at saka kinuha ang buong detalye ng modelo na siyang naka assign sa finale walk sa dress event ng gabing iyon.
Barron is still gazing at the tall, slender, and beautiful model in front of the crowd. He intensely looks at her appearance. He was convinced that of all of the models at that event, this face is the most charming and beautiful among all models. He narrowed his eyes while his hands were on his chin. At that time, he was hoping that this woman would take a peek in his direction.
To his surprise, it suddenly happened. Palapit na ito sa pinakadulo malapit sa unang hilera ng mga manonood kung saan nakaupo si Barron at Rene. She quickly looked in his direction and then she seductively winked.
"I like her!" he said.
"S-sir? Are you saying something?" nauutal na tanong ni Rene sa kanyang boss habang nag-angat rito ng tingin.
"She," turo nito kay Vanessa. "Sign her in our company, effectively tonight!" may diin niyang wika sa kanyang intelligent assistant na kasa-kasama niya sa lahat ng kanyang lakad.
Rene smile. "That's possible to happen, Sir, dahil nag expire na ang kanyang kontrata sa ahensya niya kaya madaling makuha natin si Vanessa ngayong gabi."
"Vanessa?" his deep voice mentioned that name.
"Her name is Vanessa Dizon, Mr. Hudson," lahad niya sa buong pangalan ng model na nasa entablado.
"Okay. I will leave it to you, Rene. You immediately look for her tonight and bring her to me!" he commanded.
"Sure, Sir. 'Yon lang ba?" tanong ni Rene sa kanya.
"Deliver her some bouquet on behalf of my company," he added.
"Noted, Mr. Hudson." Rene immediately calls the expensive flower shop in the town. After she gives some information and instructions, she hangs up. "Done, Sir. Is there anything else?"
"You better go backstage and look for her manager or assistant. You better get her before anyone can do it!" wika nito sa P.A habang ang mga mata nito ay nasa modelo pa rin at mariing nakatutok. At that time, all the models showed up, but his eyes were only fixed on that model named, Vanessa.
"I'll go now, sir." Rene left and followed his instructions.
'You have the guts on flirting with me, Vanessa. Hmmm,' he playfully said in the back of his mind. Isang pilyong ngisi ang naglalaro sa dulo ng kanyang labi habang nakatingin pa rin sa bawat kilos nito.
'Vanessa... what a nice name,'
Bad ImpressionOdette and Martha immediately search for some information about the agency that approaches them backstage. Isa na doon ang kompanya ni Barron. Hanggang sa tumungo na ang tatlo sa dressing room ay panay pa rin ang pangangalap ng mga ito ng mga impormasyon. They do that for the sake of Vanessa's career."Rockets Entertainment, maganda ang feedback ng company na ito in the past past years. Pero sa ngayon ay iba na ang namamahala nito simulang pumanaw ang mag-asawa na siyang nagtayo at nagpaunlad ng kompanya sa loob ng 10 years. I heard that the younger child is now in charge. Although nasa magdadalawang taon pa lang niyang hawak ang family business pero may napatunayan na itong angking galing sa entertainment industries. Well, that's a good and positive side. But the negative side is, the CEO is only 26 years old now. I heard that before he managed their family business, is known as a great heartthrob, casanova, player, and womanizer." isinatinig ni Martha ang buong imporm
Not InterestedVANESSA walks straight to Martha and Odette's direction. Nakangiti naman ang mga ito ng paparating na siya. She also spotted the owner of the expensive and prestigious clothing companies in town. Ang walang iba kundi si Aurora Villa. Bukod sa ito ang may-ari ng sikat na shop ito rin mismo ang tanyag na designer ng kanyang mga sikat na damit sa buong bansa."Sa wakas nandito ka na," sinalubong siya ni Odette at hinila sa kanyang braso saka iniharap sa kausap nila."Vanessa," masayang tawag ni Aurora sa kanya."Hi, Ms. Aurora." nakangiti niya itong binati saka nakipagpingkian ng halik sa pisngi."My company and I are very honored that you are part of our big events tonight, Vanessa," nagagalak nitong wika. She was beaming all the time."I am also grateful for this opportunity that you give me, Ms. Aurora. Thank you so much. I hope, I reached your expectations for your finalé Aurora's dress collection," tugon niya rito. She was beyond thankful dahil sa kontribusyon niya sa
Mr. WhoeverAurora was puzzled by Barron's attitude towards Vanessa. She did not expect it, she knew Barron as much as she knew. He was a gentleman and not as harsh as he did at that time. Maybe he has an intimidating aura and a very strict personality when it comes to work, but that man is not like the way she used to be. She also knew him as gentle and kind. What she witnessed, well, that's quite surprising."W-what happened? I-is he angry at me, Ms. Aurora?" tanong ni Vanessa sa babaeng kausap. Katulad nito ay sobrang nagtataka rin siya sa ipinakitang kagaspangan ng paguugali ng taong kausap ni Aurora."Have you offended that man, Vanessa?" tanong ni Aurora sa kanya na puno pa rin ng pagtataka.Puzzled but still calm, Vanessa slowly shook her head. "Offended? H-how can I offend such a person that I actually didn't know in the first place? Hindi ko siya kilala at wala pa kaming naging interaksyon ng taong 'yon.""Are you sure?" Aurora asks her frowning. "Try to recall your memory, b
Hate Feeling MAS nangunot na naman ang noo ni Vanessa. She was more puzzled, but she remained calm and said, "What's wrong with you? It was clear that you are angry with me! W-wala akong maisip na atrasong ginawa ko sa 'yo. Please, at least let me know-" "Rene, you tell this woman to stop bothering me, or else she will regret the consequences!" Barron snorted his assistant and got straight inside the car without glancing at Vanessa. "N-noted, Sir," saka sinara ni Rene ang pinto ng kotse. "Wait-" Rene stops Vanessa with her warning look. "My boss is very angry this time. So, please, stop bothering, Ms. Dizon." Mas nangunot pa ng doble ang noo niya sa isinatinig nito. At that time, she couldn't stand to stay calm at all. Uminit na rin ang bunbunan niya at hindi na talaga niya kayang magtimpi pa. "Bakit ba galit 'yang boss mo sa akin? Hindi ko siya kilala at wala akong masamang ginawa sa kanya para magalit siya sa akin. Well, kung ayaw niyang sabihin sa akin ang ikinagagalit niya at
Wrong Dialed?--- 4-Years Later ---YEARS had flown and Vanessa's career was soaring at the highest level. She became a top paid and the most famous top model in town. She also becomes a supermodel. Lahat ng gusto niyang marating na kasikatan ay narating na niya. She was beyond grateful for all that she achieve in the past four years.Odette was still her loyal assistant and friend, her manager is no longer Martha since the day she signed at Ellis Agency. However, Matha was still her mentor and also her close friend. Her new manager is also good, productive, and well professional. Nakapalagayan na rin niya iyon ng loob. He is gay, and his name is Tala. Isa ito sa gumanap na mas umangat pa siya pinakadulo. Bukod sa Ellis Agency, ito rin ang isa sa pinapasalamatan niya kanyang buong buhay.After she signed up with her loyal agency, everything changed. Lahat ng swerte ay tinamasa na niya. She has plenty of success in life. She has money, investment, good life, she even travels locally an
Suspicious Mind"V-VANESSA? Babe?" naramdaman agad ni Vanessa ang pagkatuliro ng boses nang nasa kabilang linya.She immediately feels suspicious. Her heart pangs but she remains calm. She stood up and excused herself. Lumayo siya ng bahagya so that her manager and assistant would not ask her what was going on. At para rin hindi marinig ng mga ito ang paguusap nila ni Ralph.Nagkatitigan ang dalawa. Their suspicious minds talk as their eyes look at each other."Yes, this is me. My phone battery is empty kaya nakitawag lang muna ako," she informed him in a calm tone."U-uh, o-okay. So, babe. I-is there anything wrong? How are you? Aren't you busy right now, Babe?" sunod sunod na tanong nito sa kanya."I am fine, babe," she said coldly. Gusto sana niyang itanong rito kung bakit nito kasama si Vicky, but then her word stuck in her throat."B-babe. Vicky was with me right now," Ralph said on the other line in a stammer tone.Her eyebrows twitch. Iyon ang gusto niya ang magkusa itong magsa
Walked OutVANESSA was happy being with her friends and fiancé that evening. Nasa isang ekslusibo at mamahaling Bar Restaurant sila kung saan recommend ni Odette.Nasa tabi siya ni Ralph sa isang malambot na sofa. Sa tig-iisahang sofa naman na nakapaikot sa table ay ang tatlo. She was glad that Odette and Tala have behaved, marunong talagang makibagay kahit alam niya na sa loob ng mga ito ay ayaw nila sa presensya ni Vicky. Well, that's life, kailangan o matututo ka talagang makibagay kahit na ayaw mo sa isang tao."Babe, I have no work scheduled in two days." masaya niyang ipinaalam kay Ralph iyon.Ngumiti ito sa kanya. Naramdaman niya ang mariing paghapit ng braso nito sa kanyang baywang. "Wow, that's great, babe. So, mean makakapagpahinga ka ng mahabang oras."Tumango siya sa nobyo. "And also that means, marami tayong oras para sa isa't isa," nakangiti niya wika rito.Ralph gently kissed her cheeks. Mas malo naman niyang hinapit ito sa braso. Sa hindi kalayuan, may isang pares na m
Secret AffairNAPABALIK ng upo si Vanessa nang matapos siyang tinalikuran ni Ralph. She was puzzled about his sudden outburst behavior. Nagtataka siya dahil hindi naman ganoon si Ralph, hindi ito basta basta nagagalit ng ganoon lang. She knew him as understanding and soft-hearted.What if... Uh! Stop it, Vanessa! Mahal ka ni Ralph at hindi 'yon magloloko basta basta sa 'yo. P-pero, paano kung may-iba na nga? No! Wala. Hindi maaari! Mahal ako ni Ralph at ikakasal na kaming dalawa."Hey, Van. What happened? Where is Ralph?" ang nagtatakang tanong sa kanya ni Vicky nang bumalik ito galing restroom."U-um... H-he left," tugon niya rito.Nangunot ang noo ni Vicky. "Left, why? May emergency bang nangyari?"Dahil sa ayaw niyang sabihin ang totoong dahilan ay tumango siya rito. "Y-yes. Tumawag sa kanya ang boss niya. May importante lang daw aasikasuhin." pagsisinungaling niya rito."Really?"Napatingin si Vanessa at Vicky sa nagsalita. It was Tala. Paparating ito sa vip table nila kasama ni Od