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Chapter 38: Messenger Date
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Spare Dates Chapter 39: Tired Date
The beautiful flowers rest in a glass vase that has been waiting to be used for many months. Natalie is mesmerized by the unexpected gift from an unexpected suitor who appeared at the right time.“How did you know he owns the delivery agency?” Zofi asked.“The delivery man today mentioned it unintentionally. He told me these flowers came from their boss. Our receptionist also knows that he is the boss,” Natalie said.“Are you now giving him a chance?” Zofi asked.“Could be. But first, I’ll accept his friend’s request then reply to his message,” Natalie said.“Well, that’s great. You changed your perspective of him,” Zofi asked.Ryan reads Natalie’s response over and over again. He can’t help but smile at this new beginning.“Must be a good message,” Jiro said.“Sir Jiro! Good morning!” Ryan greeted him excitedly.“Any good news? You look so happy. I could see your grin from ear to ear,” Jiro asked.“Good timing, Sir. I’ve been meaning to see you but you don’t have pick up schedul
Spare Dates Chapter 40: In and Out Date
Saatchi sits quietly at the dining table waiting for Billie to come out of the room.“Hey, have you not started eating? You don’t have to wait for me,” Billie said.“We want to eat with you,” she said referring to her and her baby.“What do we have for brunch? Oh, it’s still my favorite Adobo but your version,” he said.“Listen, Billie. I’m really sorry about earlier. I thought your call had ended and that you fell asleep again. I didn’t mean to show myself to her,” she said.Billie smiled. “Forget about it. It’s nothing. She didn’t even recognize you,” he said.“Are you sure she’s fine?” she asked.“I’m sure she was and she is. We talked about a lot of things....shoot!” he said after realizing he didn’t say goodbye to Zofi the way he’d always do.“What is it?” she asked.“I just forgot something to tell her,” he said.“Are your bags all packed?” she said.“Ready to go,” he said.“Mom just left our house. She’s on the way here,” she said.“Great. I will need to give her some
Spare Dates Chapter 41: Lost & Found Date
“Gotta go. Internet is intermittent. TTYL,” Billie typed in the chatbox.“Are you kidding me? This is the second time you left me in our call,” Zofi talked to him in her mind.She closed her computer and went to sleep. The feeling of frustration is heavy enough to make her sleep easily. No matter how she tried to brush it off by telling herself that it’s so petty, something tells her otherwise.“Billie, are you okay?” Saatchi’s mother asked.Saatchi’s already okay but has to stay for another day in the hospital for close monitoring.“Yes, Auntie. I'm fine,” he said.“I hate to insist but can you really stay for another week like you said?” she asked.“I’ve already decided on that. I’ll stay until Uncle is here,” he said.“Thank you. You’re always here for Saatchi no matter how hardheaded she can be,” she said.“Oh, I’d say she changed a lot for the better,” he said.“Perhaps, she’s only nice to you,” she said.Billie smiled. He’s not into the conversation as his mind has othe
Spare Dates Chapter 42: Welcome Date
“Zofi, come here!” Natalie screamed.Zofi came out of her room. She couldn’t believe who she saw standing outside the door.“Billy! You’re back!” she screamed too.“Hey girls, are you excited to see me?” Billy asked.“Of course, we didn’t have comic relief while you were away. Come in,” Natalie said.“Wait. Are you allowed to be go around this building?” Zofi asked.“I’m not sure,” he said.“Where is your dad?” Zofi asked.Someone pressed the doorbell.“There he is,” he said.“Good evening, ladies. My boy escaped from me,” Paul said.“We missed him a lot here. How are you?” Zofi asked.“Not the best. This situation hit us badly but we have to carry on,” he said,“That’s so true. It’s unbelievable but we’ve got to believe that this situation is our present reality now,” Zofi said.“Are you two back?” Natalie asked.“Oh no. We are just here to do some paper works for the lease of our unit. It’s an additional source of income while the arcade is still indefinitely closed,” he sai
Spare Dates Chapter 43: Lonely Host Date
He’s tall and handsome. His eyes are mesmerizing. He's a perfect match to Nadia's beauty. Some girls just have been blessed way better than the rest.“This is John, my boyfriend,” Nadia introduced him.It's a relief for Natalie and especially for Zofi to know he's a totally different guy from who they were dreading to meet. “Welcome to our humble unit,” Natalie said.“Oh, I won’t take long. I just need to bring these bottles,” John said.“Why not? Have some drinks first,” Zofi said.“I’m still working. In fact, I have a call in 10 minutes,” he said.“Some other time then?” Natalie said.“Of course,” he said.“Next time it will be in our place,” Nadia said.“Why not tonight so I could join easily?” John suggested.“That’s a good idea!” Natalie said.“Is it okay?” Zofi asked.“We all are vaccinated, right?” Nadia asked.“Of course!” Natalie said.“We’ll see you there, hon,” Nadia said to John.“We won't take long. We have work tomorrow,” Zofi said.“That’s fine. I didn’t imagin
Spare Dates Chapter 44: Unpretty Date
Billie’s phone is ringing but he’s not picking up. “Please, Billy. Pick up the phone. Talk to me,” Zofi said while shaking. in fear“Zofi, are you alright? Do you want me to stay in your room?” Natalie asked from outside her door.“Is the main door properly closed now?” Zofi asked from her room.“Yes. I checked all locks. We are both safe inside,” Natalie said.“Thanks, Natalie. Goodnight!” Zofi said.“Don’t hesitate to call me, okay?” Natalie last checked on her.The phone stopped ringing but Billie is unbothered in his sleep. Even his alarm couldn’t wake him up.“Billie! Billie!” Saatchi woke him up. She’s afraid that he's not moving.“Hey! What happened? Are you spotting again?” he asked as soon as he woke up.“No! Gosh, I was afraid that you weren’t waking up or moving at least,” she said. Her fear is evident on her face and tone of voice.Billie laughed after realizing what she meant.“Oh, please. I’m too young to die and I haven’t met my godson,” he said jokingly to
Spare Dates Chapter 45: Soloist Date
As planned, Billie went out of the farmhouse to stroll in nearby establishments. Most businesses closed during the pandemic but there are a few that managed to comeback and are now thriving.He’s still clueless of what Zofi meant in her last text telling him that she wasn’t scared anymore but he lets her stay silent and waits for her to reply.It's past lunch time and the smell of old school spaghetti being cooked after lunch made him miss home as it reminded him of those birthday parties where foods are prepared at home. He followed the smell and it led him to a Filipino eatery. Laughter welcomed him inside.“Are you sure you’re not tired?” one of the male customers asked the lady manning the cash register.“And why is that?” she asked.“Because you’d been running in my head all night,” the male customer said.“Alright. That’s enough pick-up lines for the day for you. Go back to work.“Hello,” the lady cashier greeted Billie.“Good afternoon. May I get one stick of banana cue an
Spare Dates Chapter 46: Make Over Date
Zofi stands in front of the mall hesitant to do what she has in mind.She entered the place anyway and went directly to the cosmetics section. “Excuse me, can you assist me. I’m looking for the best and latest make ups,” she said to the first salesperson who greeted her.“May I refer you to him. He’s in charge of that section,” the salesperson said.“Him? That guy?” Zofi asked to clarify.“Yes. That guy,” the salesperson confirmed.“You don’t do make up?” Zofi asked.“I know hair. He knows make up,” the salesperson said.The section has the least number of customers present during the hour. It’s still early and buying cosmetics remain to be one of the least priorities for shoppers.“May I help you,” the male salesperson asked. “She said you’re the right person to ask for cosmetics,” Zofi said.“Yes, Miss. My name is Racket,” he said.Racket looks convincing with his clear skin, clean face, and neat clothing. “Is that your real name?” she asked.“Ah, I’m my father’s junior. Th
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The face, the hug, the feeling – they are not just familiar but have been longed for. It’s been three long years since Billie got sick and everything else happened. All the misunderstandings and things that both of them already want to forget have presented themselves again in the moment.“What time is your flight tomorrow?” Billie asked.“After lunch,” Zofi said.“So soon. I was hoping it would be at night,” he said.“I want to rest a bit before the next flight,” she said.Billie looks away and stays focused there.“What is it?” she asked.He shakes his head while trying to hide the sadness in his eyes with a fake smile.“You’re turning 29. We are both 29 now and one of us is already taken,” he said.Zofi understood what he meant.“It can’t be pushed back anymore this time,” he said.“Are you assuming that I am going to end up with him?” she asked bravely.“I know he’s not going to let you go,” he said seriously.“We are still getting to know more about each other,” she said nervo
Spare Dates Chapter 69: Chivalrous Date
Lizzie looks around the café while having her favorite drink. The place has improved a lot and it attracts more customers everyday. “Happy mood?” Zofi asked.“I’m enjoying this drink and this place,” Lizzie said.“I can see that,” Zofi said.Jiro entered the café and saw them immediately. He waved at them before heading to the café’s office. He looks so cool and handsome while juggling his duties in the café and his job as a consultant for a company.“We’ve been frequenting this place for months now,” Lizzie said.“It’s the closest to our office,” Zofi said.“I mean, you come here regularly,” Lizzie said.“And?” Zofi asked.“You’re really not afraid of him anymore?” Lizzie asked.“He’s nothing to me,” Zofi asked.“C’mon. Have you seen him lately?” Lizzie asked.“I see him almost every time I come here,” Zofi said.“Maybe….you know? You could explore the possibility?” Lizzie asked.“Of what?” Your imagination is getting weird,” Zofi said.Lizzie leans forward. “Don’t tell me you
Spare Dates Chapter 68: Birthday Date
Zofi and Luke catch their breath upon reaching the entrance of the restaurant. “We should freshen up first before we meet them. I’m getting ready for a full lecture from my mother so you should be ready to,” she told Luke. “Maybe if we looked haggard she would be more understanding,” he said. “You don’t know her. Go wash your face first,” she said. Hundreds of thoughts come running in Zofi’s head. Explaining how they lost Danica is a big challenge. “Ready?” she asked Luke as he came out of the men’s room. The two walk slowly to their reserved table. Contrary to what they thought, her mother is in high spirit. Danica looks like she’s happy too. There’s no hint of what happened in the early part of the day. The two look at each other. Everyone in the table is happy but there’s one she doesn’t remember inviting to this dinner. “Why are here?” she asked Jiro who’s sitting in front of her mother. Jiro looks uneasy. “Hey, that’s not how you greet a guest,” her mother said
Spare Dates Chapter 67: Chaperone Date
It’s Zofi’s twenty-eight birthday. She woke up even before her alarm goes off. Her phone is full of messages but Billie's message stands out. It reads, "Happy 28th birthday. I pray for your success and happiness. Enjoy your day.”“Were you expecting more like 'I love you'?” Natalie asked.“Don’t be silly. Of course not,” Zofi said.“But your tone said otherwise,” Natalie said.“I don’t know what you're talking about,” Zofi said.“Not me seeing you stalking his account,” Natalie said.“You did not,” Zofi almost screamed.“You left it open yesterday and I happened to see it,” Natalie said with a naughty smile.“Anyway, my parents are arriving anytime now,” Zofi said to change the topic.“Why do they need a bigger place? Are they coming with friends?” Natalie asked.Zofi looked at her for a moment then began thinking.“I was busy and just went ahead and looked for a bigger one. I didn’t care to ask,” Zofi said.“Hmmm….are they not bringing you a surprise guest for your birthday?” N
Spare Dates Chapter 66: Dateless Date
Natalie opened the door with a big smile on her face.“I knew you saw it. And don’t pretend that you had nothing to do with him waiting for me in the airport today,” Zofi told her.The smile on Natalie’s face quickly vanished. Ryan listens to the girls’ conversation.“Hello there,” Zofi greeted him as she walks to her room.Ryan signaled that she follows her and try to explain.“Listen, he was just concerned about you,” Natalie said outside Zofi’s door.Zofi stays quiet inside her room. She too couldn’t believe she got inside a cab with Jiro. Her neck hurts a little from not moving during the short cab ride.“It's a good start,” Ryan told Natalie.“Is he really a good person?” she asked.“He is. He’s just misunderstood because he cares a lot for her but he’s a little careless too,” he said.The mood in the office is light as everyone anticipates an outing for all employees and interns.“Finally, you’re here!” Lizzie said as soon as Zofi entered their area.“What did I miss?” Zofi
Spare Dates Chapter 65: Still Waiting Date
Zofi slowly opened her room’s door. The entire unit is dark with only the light coming from the kitchen. There’s no sign of Natalie being awake. She then carefully pulled her luggage and walked quickly and quietly to the main door.She catches her breath as she stands outside of their unit. A car service taking her to the airport awaits downstairs.“Miss, would you like to have some coffee or tea?” the flight attendant asked.“Coffee, please,” she said with a sign of relief on her face.It’s two more hours before she lands in Manila. She messaged Natalie to tell her about her early flight.“I couldn’t believe myself,” she said to Natalie yesterday afternoon.“What happened? Why are you panting?” Natalie asked.“My mind was wandering. I knew I saw Jiro coming from the opposite direction but I didn’t bother taking a different route,” Zofi said.“Wait. He came from the opposite direction so he’s not following you,” Natalie clarified.“It’s a different way of doing it but I wasn’t
Spare Dates Chapter 64: Plus One Date
Billie waits a little anxiously in the living room of a modest home. The moment brings him back to his very first date in high school where Zofi arranged him and Cindy together to prove to all the mean girls in school that anyone deserved to attend the prom.“I’m impressed, Billie. You are impressive,” Auntie Tessa said while looking so delighted at the flowers he gave her.“Thank you, Auntie, but what did I do that impressed you?” he asked.“This and you coming here to pick up my niece and go on a proper date. I never imagined these things could still be possible these days. Most of the guys who wanted to date her would simply ask her to meet them somewhere,” she said.“I'm an old school kind of guy,” he said.“And I appreciate old school. You already have my approval,” she said.“Auntie, we are still getting to know each other. Don’t scare him,” Lena said. She silently walked in to the living room.“Good afternoon, Lena. You look beautiful,” he said.Auntie Tessa couldn’t hi
Spare Dates Chapter 63: New Era Date
Violet kissed a half-awake and drunk Billie. She leaned closer to see his face one last time.“Thanks, Billie,” she said.Billie woke to the sound of his phone. He searched for it in his wallet with his eyes still half-closed. “Billie, where are you? We’ve been calling you the whole night,” Uncle Bruce asked on the other line.“Where I am? I’m here…..,” he couldn’t tell where he is.He looked up at the ceiling and realized it wasn’t his room’s ceiling. He found himself on a couch with his shirt unbuttoned.“I’m in a friend’s house. I drank too much yesterday and I spent the night in here. I’m going home now,” Billie said.“You’ve to control your drinking. Our plans might get ruined by it,” Uncle Bruce said.“Don’t worry about it. This was the last, I promise. Sorry, Uncle,” Billie said.He immediately dialed the reception area’s number.“Good morning, Mr. Billie. You woke up early,” the lobby staff greeted him.“What?” he asked. “Ms. Violet left an instruction to wake you u
Spare Dates Chapter 62: Secretive Date
The place is full of people wanting to find love. Everyone adds to the happy vibes except for Billy who sits in a corner watching them go through the matchmaking process.“Thank you everyone from joining and best of luck to those who found a date tonight! But the night is not yet over. Let’s have some fun and drinks until midnight!” the host announced the end of the event.“How was it?” Crinkles asked Billie on the phone.“It was fun,” Billie answered.“You don’t sound like you had fun,” she said.“It was fun watching, I should say,” he said.“I knew it. I knew you wouldn’t even try,” she said.“It’s not my thing,” he said.“Or you haven’t moved on yet,” she said.“C’mon, Crinks. It’s just a couple of months versus years that I need to move on from,” he said.“I know but you’ve to start helping yourself little by little,” she said.Billie smirked. “Yeah. Coming from you,” he said sarcastically.“Listen, I’m not really good at this but I know the help that you need starts within
