Mariano stopped by at the gasoline station.
Keenan stepped out of the car. He opened the backseat’s door opposite Dawn.
Mariano guessed what he wanted to do.
“Dawn, could you pass me the boxes?”
“Huh? Oh--okay. Here you go.” She passed it to him one by one as he placed it on top of the passenger’s seat.
Keenan went to sit beside Dawn. “Make sure it doesn’t squish the donuts.”
Mariano moved the two smaller boxes on the side of the other one.
Morning came.Dawn and Estela woke up bright and early.She cooked some pancakes and fried some eggs and sausages for breakfast.She also made coffee for them and squeezed some juice for herself.“Ma, Lola--Anita.. Food’s ready..” She called them.The strong aroma and sweet smell of pancakes wafted to their noses, leading them to the table.Their stomachs growled just by looking at the food.After breakfast, Dawn went ahead and took a shower while Anita put away the dishes.
A smile hung on Keenan’s face. He liked what he saw. A filial granddaughter. She asked Isidora who got up and walked around, trying to see how it felt. ” She smiled. ” She helped Isidora put the sandals away and put on flat closed shoes in exchange. “This is good too..” Dawn turned to Estela. Estela smiled brightly. It’s not everyday a mother would receive gifts from their daughter. But Dawn had been giving her a gift al
“I just have it.” She said vaguely, avoiding his gaze.Keenan narrowed his eyes on her.“Alright. Can I buy it from you?”“Eh? No, I’ll give it to you..”“But it must not have been cheap. It’s a new one after all--and it’s already the best-selling.”Dawn’s cheeks blushed.Keenan noticed this, finding it strange. ‘Was there something I said?’“Really--I’m not selling it to you..I’ll just give it as a gift.”
Estela cleared her throat.“Keenan? Did the boy say anything yet, Dawn?”Dawn shook her head vigorously.“Dawn is still young. She shouldn’t focus on those types of relationships yet. I don’t want her to get her priorities mixed up. If she could maintain this level of excellence she’s doing now, I might change my mind….Dawn--I only want you to graduate College and have a better chance in your future. Education is important. Even when you become an adult, you’d realize that there are still things left to learn.”Dawn knew this. She had lived 26 years on earth before. Although even at that time she’s already learned plenty of skills that usually people in this area couldn
After the mass, they went home and had lunch before Dawn went to Tara’s house. Anita went with her, helping her carry the bags. Zara, Janus, Apollo, Ian and Estelle were already waiting for her. Since Dawn had told Tara that her friends would also be there, they decided to use the space in the garden and placed two separate long tables a few feet away from each other. Dawn pulled out her wallet and took out two thousand pesos, handing it to Anita. “Hmm? What’s this for, Dawn? Grocery?” “Nope. That’s for you. Go get your hair done. Haircut and hair color if you want.” “Are you serious?”
Susana was dumbstruck, similar to how the students were at the moment.Although she expected to be in awe with Dawn if she could at least perform a little, she never expected for Dawn to be this good.It’s as if Dawn has already helped them come up with the routine for their cheer dance.If the others in their team could replicate what she did, then they would for sure win the competition.Susana quickly wrote down her name at the top of the list and even encircled it.When Dawn finished performing, the people erupted in cheers.“Whoa!!!!! Amazing! Wow! It’s like seeing a cheerlea
Days later, Helena picked up Dawn to get her hair and makeup done. She had hired Monique to do their makeup in her residence. Dawn had to excuse herself again from their study group because of this event that she had promised Helena she would go with her. Just like last time, they would meet on Sunday instead. “Thanks for coming. I liked how you did my makeup last time.” Helena said to Monique. “I’m excited to see the outcome later.” “No, thank you for inviting me..” Monique smiled. “Ah.. Dawn! Will I be doing your hair and makeup too?” “It would seem so..” Dawn smiled. “Good to see you again..” “Good to see you too.. I’m looking forward to learni
Since December is fast approaching, the air is much colder these days. The wind blew, making her shiver slightly.Keenan went back to the study and moments later he came out carrying a blue velvety throw blanket with him.“What are you doing here by yourself?” He asked her. “Have you been here a while?”Keenan was not surprised to see her at the party. He had seen the guest list just now and saw her name next to Helena’s.“Nope. I was just wandering around.” She smiled, her legs stuck together.He then put the throw blanket over her, wrapping her with its warmth.
In the La Cocina de Mamà restaurant, Dawn’s family and relatives gathered around. Aria and their other friends were also there–except for Alvin and his group. Keenan’s parents and uncle were also there, as well as Blake. They reserved half of the restaurant to host a party to send her off. This was also a birthday celebration for Dawn as she turned sixteen years old. “Everyone–thank you all for coming. Please enjoy tonight. And I hope that everyone will help me pray for my daughter’s safe travels and well-being abroad.” “Of course!” “Congrats again, Dawn!” “Visit us, okay? Don’t forget your friends here..”
Days turned to weeks.It was finally time for the teachers to submit their final grades after the final exam ended.Susana, the class adviser for Dawn’s class this school year waited in excitement.But when she saw the grades reported by Cyrus, she had to do double, triple checks.She couldn’t believe what she was seeing.It showed that Dawn had scored less than a hundred in some of her quizzes and exams.“Impossible.. Less than a hundred on the subject of History and of Religion?”If this was two years ago, she wou
Four boxes in different sizes. One contained a jewelry set of diamond necklace, earrings, bracelet and ring. Another box contained an iPod with songs already downloaded. Another box was an iPhone. Dawn could still not get over how she was holding two items that were already phased out back in her previous life. “Whoaaaa—These are all expensive!!!” Tara exclaimed. Dawn nodded. “I thought he’s only there to study..” “He took a part-time job..” Dawn smiled. “Whoa–he c
When Mallory announced this, Hugo panicked. “Wait–I promise I can do it..” He said to Mallory. “Practice your lines first.” Mallory sighed. “Okay. I will.” He nodded vigorously and went to the side to practice seriously. Jason heard what was said but still tried his best to deliver the lines. Dawn appreciated that Jason took it seriously, not wasting everyone’s time. Moments later, Hugo approached. “I’m ready, ma’am..” He said to Mallory. The latter thought it over
Dawn missed Keenan very much. She could only distract herself by preparing to apply for scholarships for College. She also wrote more books and consistently scored perfectly in all quizzes and exams. It was her way to not think about the time and distance away from Keenan. She had finally reunited with him but soon had to bid him farewell. She didn’t go with them to the airport to send him off since his parents would be going with him to help him get settled. Both of them knew that it would be hard to say goodbye, so they spent a whole day together and the next day, Keenan left with his parents. He only gave her a call thirty minutes before he boa
As the girls gathered around, the boys also had their own circle.Keenan beckoned to Blake.The latter had been eyeing Aria.“What’s up?” Blake asked him.They sat by the shore of the beach resort, a distance away from the others.“I should ask that.”“Eh?” Blake blinked up at him. “What do you mean?”“You and Aria–”Blake’s brows pulled together, he pursed his lips. “Aren’t you with Dawn?&rd
The High School students finally get to enjoy their summer vacation.Dawn and her friends have long planned to meet up during summer and go to the beach.Alvin and his friends joined the planning of course.Back then this was the same group who would make plans together for summer as well.But this time, there were additions to their group.Now, there’s Cierra who is Alvin’s girlfriend. And there’s Keenan and Blake too.They didn’t know that Blake would join them as well, and he also didn’t make such plans before. But when he came to visit Keenan in his house, that&rsq
After Alvin danced with Dawn, Hugo walked up to her and invited her to dance.She thanked Alvin and went to dance with Hugo.But like Alvin, their dance was not so romantic either.‘Why is Ma’am Susana the one choosing the songs?’ Hugo thought glumly.There really was no chance to act sweetly with Dawn with the choice of songs for this event.The song ended and Hugo had wanted to dance one more time especially when the romantic song finally came on.“Ahemm. Ahemm.. May I cut in? Dawn, can I have this dance?” Keenan interjected.
The gymnasium was decorated with clear balloons, flowers, draperies and lights. It was a theme of white and gold, and the venue looked luxurious.As the prom began after the regular classes of other students ended, everyone queued up, waiting to enter the gymnasium as the music played through the speakers.The students who had not gone home yet were now watching as their schoolmates entered the gates and queued up with their partners.“HAHAHA look at that! Is that dress for prom or for salsa dancing? Why is it so short?”“Where? Where?”“Over there!” The student pointed. “She’s wearing brown.. It had tassels a