Ace’s POV
I’m just here hanging out in my office. Today is just an ordinary day for me. My legs are resting on the table while my chair is inclined. I am just basically waiting for my next meeting. I don’t have that much to do. This is one of the most boring jobs, to be honest. I know CEO is a big word, a fancy title. But not for me. This is not what I want.
My routine here is signing, listening to people talk, signing again, then approving new projects, and signing again.
Tiring.
I know I should be thankful since I never lose a single drop of sweat to climb my way up here, but it was never my dream. This is just my dad's decision.
It sounded so privileged but rich people got problems too.
Bliss' POVIt's Monday today and I’m late for my cooking class. I overslept. That thing was not unusual to me but I always manage to get on time. I've never been this late in my entire term in this University.So I am running as fast as I could at the moment.Well, I slept very late last night because I’ve been thinking about a lot of things.I think I still have the 'hangover' from our amusement park trip. With Ace. That's supposed to be with Anvien and Lunan.But it was the best trip for me. It still makes me giddy.I shook my head. It's not the best time to think about Ace. I mean, that trip. Ugh!I'm running out of breath. I never got to run like this anymore.
“Is that your boyfriend?” I heard Ace talking while I’m busy opening my gate. I got startled for a bit.“What? No.” I frowned at him. Clyde? My boyfriend? I don't even see him as one. He's like a brother to me.“Then why did he hug you?” I frowned even more. What's wrong with hugging?“He’s just a childhood friend.” I told him. He looked at me suspiciously. I looked at him like that too.“I’ll tell your father.” He threatened jokingly. I rolled my eyes and laughed.“Go on.. Tell him..” I said. They know him.
“I like watching romantic tragic films.” He said while the movie was about to start. I asked him why. “It’s just realistic for me.” He said. I frowned. I guess his idea of reality is tragic. For me, romance is cringe. I like something that is more of a fantasy, like Sci-fi. My imagination is delighted with it. “Actually, this movie is my favorite.” He added again. I just looked at him while he’s talking. His elbow is on his knee. “I just like how they love each other. It’s really unconditional.” I nodded and laughed at the same time. I never thought that he likes romantic movies. I mean, I’m judging based on his appearance.
Today is my birthday! I woke up at exactly 10:00 am in the hotel where my birthday will be celebrated. I slept early last night since I have to have that ‘Beauty sleep’. I am thankful that I slept early. I feel calmer. The party will start at 4:30pm, so I still have a lot of time to prepare myself. I checked my phone. A lot of people have been texting me their greetings, some posted on my f******k wall and i*******m. and somehow, that made me feel special. This is the first birthday that I really feel like it really is my birthday. It's like the world is celebrating with me and they know my existence. I put my glasses on to start my day. I went to my parent’s hotel room to have breakfast.
I was nervous while walking towards my parents who were still busy talking with the guests. Anvien and Lunan are with me being giddy and excited.They said they both had a great idea about something and wanted to ask permission from my parents.“Uhm. Mom, Dad. Can I excuse for a moment?" I excused myself.They both looked at me."They want to talk to you." I said while pointing at my friends at the back.They started talking.My mom and dad openly listened to what my friends were saying. Anvien seemed to be used to persuading. She’s a business major, after all. I bit my lip. I feel so nervous and I don't know if what they're talking about is a great idea.“Sure, there’s no problem with that. You guys enjoy it! Take care of that young lady, okay?&r
Today, Lunan and I found out that the cooking contest that we participated in last time is not yet over. We were not shocked about that since the prize is too good to be true for that kind of minimal effort. Yes, it is minimal despite us having a mini-mental breakdown because of our spilled product but compared to the prize, it's still not worth it.I mean, for me, it’s fair to have another contest since the prize of having a scholarship to a Culinary School in France is big deal, they have to pick the best student.The University decided that they still have to evaluate the students who passed the first contest. I think we were 20 pairs and only 5 got included in this final test. Lunan and I were sprinting on our way now to the bulletin board to see who got in."Excuse me!" Lunan
I can still feel my dismay. Why am I like this? Why did I agree with him?We’re on our way to Mama Eve’s restaurant. I insisted on that place for us to have dinner since it’s just walking distance plus I want somewhere near. If we go somewhere far, that can be more crucial. I can’t take this awkwardness.We were just walking quietly.I hope he’s not thinking about that kiss.I should forget that kiss also.“Bliss..”“What? Kiss?” I said and I slapped my hand on my mouth. My eyes widened. What the freak did I just say? Oh my god! Just when I thought this won’t get any more awkward. This is so
It was an exhausting day. I finished doing my night routine when my phone received a text from Ace. ‘Thank you for comforting me, it was a big help.’ I smiled when I read the message. I pinched myself. Why am I so giddy? ‘I’m glad to help, besides it’s just a small thing.’ I replied. I didn’t do anything besides hugging him back, though. I didn’t do anything grand to make him feel better, but I’m glad it helped him. It’s not much of an effort but I feel proud of myself for it. ‘Driving lesson, tom?’ He said. I gulped. I forgot about that thing, he’s insisting that he should teach me how to drive so that I’ll ace it in driving school. Besides,