PALAWAN

CHAPTER 1

We came at the Palawan early in the morning and Eugene is planning to go to school today.

She told me earlier that our papers are already at the principal office of the school.

Since we're new, the school allowed us to wear civilian. I choose to wear skirt, crop top, and heels that are on top of the ban list of the school but who cares?

"Hindi porque they allowed us to wear civilians ganiyan na susuotin mo." I didn't answer her.

I just rolled my eyes and we went to her car and go to the school right after.

"By the way, your mom told me to say good luck to you." She said.

"Whatever."

The school is somewhat far from our apartment.

"Do you like our new school?" Eugene asked.

"No," I answered and she laughed at me.

"Stop being in denial." She said while stopping herself from laughing again.

"I am not. I don't like it here. Super init and crowded." I said and look around.

Many student's are outside of their classroom, during class hour? The SSG president should be strict when it comes to class hours.

"Stop looking at them like that." Eugene said.

"Like what?" I said while sucking my lollipop.

"You're judging them." Of course I am not.

"Good morning, ma'am!" The guard greet us with a wide smile.

In fairness pwede na pang model ng toothpaste. Ano kayang brand gamit niya? Ang puti eh, matanong nga next time.

After Eugenia asked about the direction. The guard told us the way and Eugene bid her goodbye and thank the guard.

"I told you to wear appropriate attire." She pushed me at the girl's bathroom and give me her white shirt and sweatpants.

Kaya pala ang laki ng dala niyang bag.

After changing into "appropriate attire" we proceed to our designated classroom. Both of us are in a different building due to our strand. I am stem student while she's humss.

I knocked on the door three times and the teacher open it for me. "Are you the transferee?" She asked.

Isa pa 'to sa ayaw ko yung obvious na nga tinatanong pa.

"Yes, ma'am." I smiled at her when she finally let me in.

"Introduce yourself miss." I nodded at her and smile.

Thank goodness they have aircon.

"I am Sabrina Evelyn Flores."

The teacher told me to find a seat and thankfully I found one at the back.

"Expect that your schedule will be full next week due to the upcoming event. May plus points ang may sasalihan na organization. Proceed to the SSG office and be ready for the interview." The teacher said.

"You're new here so you don't know anything." The girl in front of me suddenly speak. "By the way, I am Francine Quilip." She extend her hand and asking for a shake hand.

"Sorry I'm not into physical touch." I said.

Anong malay ko kung ano ang mga bagay na hinawakan niya.

"It's okay. Anyway, every subject has their own organization so if you have favorite subject doon ka sumali para ma enjoy mo. Do you have favorite subject?"

"Yes," I paused when she's about to speak I continue speaking. "But, I'm not into organizations. I don't have time for them."

Baka instead na sa beauty salon ako pupunta naging conference room dahil may meeting.

She rolled her eyes at me and started talking again. "You need to join at least one." She keep on insisting that I should join.

Bakit ba ang daldal niya?

"I told you that I don't want to." I said firmly. "Mind your own business." She glared at me but I don't mind.

"You know what you're lucky that I am talking to you." She said.

Oh tapos, gaganda ba ako kapag kinausap niya ako? The subject teacher leave due to the sudden meeting.

I followed my classmates since I am sure that they are going to the cafeteria and I am right. I was about to text Eugenia when I receive a call from her.

"Sab, hindi ako maka sabay sayo sa breaktime we still have a class pa kasi." She said.

Nag sneek lang siguro 'to ng phone sa class.

"Okay." I said and ended the call.

As I was eating my food the students inside the cafeteria suddenly scream.

"Handa akong luhuran ka, wane!" Someone shouted.

What's with the 'luhuran' term? They are screaming because wane give a flower to a girl. Is it big deal?

Ay wait, is that ahm what is her name again? The girl seating in front of me. Francis? Francine! May nag mamahal pala sa kaniya?

I stood from my sit that caught their attention. "What are you all looking at?" I asked while my forehead is furrowed.

"Are you new here, miss?" The other guy asked. Base on his identification he is Clifford Santiago, grade 12.

"Nakita mo na ba ako noon para masabi mo yan?" I asked. I left the cafeteria when I didn't hear an answer from him.

I heard footstep from behind that stops me from walking. "What do you need from me?"

"Sino kausap mo riyan sa harap?" Lalaki, for sure crush ako nito.

"What do you need?" I asked again but I'm already looking at him now.

He sway his body left to right before answering me. "Wala naman," He answered.

"Wala naman pala eh. Mauna na ako." I said.

"I want to be friend you." He shouted. I just shook my head and went to my room.

Pwede ko siyang maging friend but fling? No.

"I think I'm lost." I said to myself. "Damn, wrong way." I added.

The door beside me suddenly open. "Hello, are you going for an interview?" The guy ask me. I was about to answer "no" when he grabbed me inside.

Kapag minamalas ka naman.

"Don't be nervous, miss. Have a sit." He said.

I'm not even nervous.

"Why do you want to become one of them? What are your traits that will be very helpful to the organization?" He asked while directly looking at my eyes.

"Good morning, I am Sabrina Evelyn Flores. I want to be one of you because I also want to serve other people. I am passionate about fostering positive change within our school community. Throughout my academic journey, I've actively taken on leadership roles in various projects and clubs. I believe my experience has equipped me with the necessary leadership skills to effectively contribute to the SSG and inspire others to work collaboratively towards shared goals." I answered confidently.

"Thank you, miss flores. I'll call you if you're accepted.' I nodded at him and smiled awkwardly. "Kindly fill up this form."

After answering some questions I bid my good bye. Then I saw again those basketball player at the cafeteria. Paano ko nalaman? Naka jersey eh. Lalo na yung Wane Dela Cruz.

"Hey, new girl." Wane called me.

I didn't answer him and just look at him from head to toe.

"Don't you know how to speak?" He asked.

"Yes, you're just not worth my time." I said and continued walking.

His friends tease him but he didn't listen then he grabbed my arm that made me faced him. "What do you need?" I asked, feeling annoyed.

"I need you help." He said, finally letting go of my arm. Anong tulong naman gagawin ko dito?

"Siya na nga may kailangan siya pa galit." I whispered under my breath. "Could you please tell me what you need right now. I'm already late." I said.

"Don't worry I am the SSG president I'll excuse you to your class." Dapat lang. "I am Dwayne Dela Cruz." He said asking for a shake hands.

Dwayne pala name niya kala ko wane. He is the president. Sana hindi niya ginagamit yung position niya for clout.

I introduced my name without shaking his hand. "I am Sabrina Evelyn Flores."

"Okay, so many people said that Francine talked to you. I want you to help me court her." It's a no.

And what the fuck? Bakit ko siya tutulungan manligaw kay francine, may hati ba ako doon? Kapag ba napasagot namin si Francine siya pang umaga ako pang gabi??

"And what's the deal, mr. president?" I asked.

"Name it. As so you know I'm rich." I smirked because of his suggestion.

"I want to be one of the SSG OFFICERS." His mouth slighly open by my answer.

"No problem." He said.

"Don't worry, I already passed my form sa office niyo." I said while smiling.

"Argghh, where am I going?" I said and roam my eyes.

The guard would let me go home early since hindi pa naman time ng uwian.

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