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Hello! Inuulit ko lang po, expect na maging slower ang UDs ng MWG. Magwowork na po kasi ako. Sorry. Pero kailangan ko na talaga! Wala na ko pera!!! hahahaha! Ni 2nd hand na laptop di ko afford! Huhu! Pero rest assured na gagawin ko pa din best ko every chapter. I hope you understand. :)
And regarding this UD, this is basically just Sky's POV on the pageant day. Ito yung mga preparations niya after nung call, the happenings nung umalis si Ynna, and his reaction after his walk out. Don't worry, this chapter will be happy. :P
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• SKY JAMES ANDERSON •
After I talked to Ynna at the phone, I quickly fixed myself, wore my new thunder-shaped pendant and hurriedly drove to the black room. We are about to have an emergency gathering regarding my plans on our performance tonight at the arena. Well, all I know is that I was only to meet with Dwight and Erick but then when I opened the door, the same scenario like before, a bunch of idiot looking people surprised me. Who are they? Of course, the annoying group of my brother, The Real Vengeance.
"Why the hell are you all here again?!" I asked them. Obviously annoyed.
"Hello Sky!!!" screamed King.
"Sasabay lang sana kami sa inyo papunta sa arena pero may naikwento si Dwight na may plaplanuhin pala kayo sa performance ah! Kaya sasali kami diyan!" it was Clyde.
I glared at Dwight and he did a peace sign. Shithead.
"Sorry bro, 'di ko napigilan magkwento eh! Hehe." Dwight said while smiling. He's definitely not sorry at all.
"Bibig mo kasi putak ng putak. Para kang pwet ng manok. Bakla ka yata eh." Erick to Dwight.
"Anong sinabi mo?!" Dwight stood up and was ready to fake attack Erick.
"Tss. Fuckers." I stopped them.
"Bro! Kinwento ko lang naman para mas marami tayong magplaplano eh. The more the merrier 'di ba?!" Dwight was defending himself. Asshole.
"Oo nga naman, botong boto kaya kaming lahat kay Ynna." said Austin.
"Yeah! Tsaka gusto ko na ulit makita ni Ynna ganda! Ooh yeah! Sexy beybeh!" said the maniac, Viel.
"Magsitigil na nga kayo, gawin nalang natin yung plano. Para may magawa naman na tayo. Mamaya na kaya ang pageant." the perfect son. He always thinks of himself as the best. Like he's always the right one. One big fucker.
"Yeah right." added Chase.
"Dwight and Erick's small brains would be fine with me. You may all go now." I said blankly as I pointed them the way out.
"GRABE! KANINA PWET AKO NG MANOK! NGAYON SMALL BRAIN?! OUCH NAMAN!" shouted Dwight. Everybody just ignored him. Loser.
But seriously, what the hell are they doing here? To fucking help me? I don't need anyone's help. I can get Ynna on my own. I know she loves me and I know that she'll say yes anytime today. Well, okay, I'm not really that confident. But hell, I don't need their help!
And another thing, they are judges in the pageant. The judges should be the ones to be surprised in every participant's performance and should not be the ones to plan it. Tss! Brainless people.
"Not too fast little brother. You don't have any song to sing yet. My brothers wil help you with that." - Ash
Ugh. Yeah. I almost forgot what this impromptu meeting was for. Ynna told me to search for a song to sing for later. I told Erick about it and he said that he and Dwight will help me choose a song, and at the same time, plan for my confession. And so I agreed. But fuck, I didn't imagine it to be this way. I never wanted help coming from them.
"ANAK! Anak nalang ang kantahin mo! '♪ Nang isilang ka sa mundong ito, laking tuwa ng magulang mo! ♫' Yun oh! Bagay sa Skynna loveteam! What do you think, bro?" asked Austin. What the hell. Anak? That's not even a love song! And that does not even define my feelings for Ynna! It's for parents and their rebel kids!
"What a useless suggestion." I murmured.
"Alam ko na! ROAR! '♪ I am a champion and you're gonna hear me roar!!! Ro-o-o-o-o-o-o-a-r! ♫' Pang wild life! Bagay bro! Baka ma-homerun mo pa si Ynna pagkatapos! Yikee!" said Clyde. Hmm? I smirked the idea of getting Ynna laid. Haha. But no. This is not going to be the song.
"Wag Roar! Wrecking ball mga bro!!! Tamang tama yun! Kung homerun lang din naman ang gusto, ito ang tamang kanta! '♪ I came in like a wrecking ball! Sky please! Please wre-e-eck me!!! ♫' 'di ba? Sapul!" suggested King. The fuck? I didn't say that I'll sing to bed Ynna! All I want to get tonight is her yes!
"Alam ko na! Gayuma nalang! Tutal parang nagayuma naman kasi itong si Sky. Galit na galit siya dati kay Ynna tapos ngayon gustong gusto na niya. Yun ang sapul! '♪ Hindi ko maipaliwanag kung ba't marahil ikaw ang aking hinahanap! Pag gising ko ikaw ang nasa isip batid kita hanggang sa panaginip kasi ikaw ang iniibig ko! Ga ga ga yu ma! ♫' Hahaha! Sa tingin niyo?" asked Erick. Well, I liked the lyrics, the tune and everything but the meaning would not fit for a confession. It would look like I am thinking that Ynna just used a spell on me. What if Ynna gets mad? No way!
"Ito nalang! '♪ Legs legs legs mo ay nakakasilaw! Legs legs legs mo ay nakakatunaw! ♫' tapos pasimple mong hawakan yung legs niya. Oh yeah! Lambot siguro nun! Kinis pa! Puti pa! Saya shit!" as expected. It's going to be a maniac suggestion coming from the king of maniacs, Viel.
"Ano ba kayo! Losers niyo naman eh! Pageant yun! Competition! Tsaka sasayaw si Ynna 'di ba? Dapat upbeat music!" it was Dwight.
"What then?" I asked.
"Edi... Drum rolls... '♪ What does the fox say?! NING NING NING NING NING NI-NING NI-NING! WA PA PA PA PA PA POW! HATEE HATEE HATEE HOO! CHA CHA CHA CHA CHA CHA CHOW! ♫'"
Everybody just glared at him while he's singing and well... dancing. It the first five boys was useless, what would you expect from the brainless? Ugh! They are wasting my time.
"Try 'Maybe by King' it kind of fits your situation." Chase suggested. I thought he wasn't gonna help at all.
"I second that. I think 'Maybe' is a good song choice. And it can also be used for corny confessions." added Ash. Did he just called me corny? Fucker!
But then I was intrigued by the song Chase suggested so I went to get my laptop and searched for the lyrics. The lyrics were good. And the tune was mellow. I remembered how Ynna liked it when I sang 'Let The Love Begin' to her before. I also didn't have anymore time to choose for more songs so I got my guitar and started learning the song.
"So how about the confession? Anong plano?" asked Erick.
I looked at him for seconds. I really don't know what to answer. I didn't prepared a lot. I just bought her a necklace with the same pendant as mine. Should I tell them about it?
"Spill it bro. We're true friends. We can help you." Dwight was serious. Now, he's done with his stupid show there.
I looked at each and everyone of them and they all looked curious about what am I thinking. For a moment there, I disregarded my pride against Ash and I let them all see the necklace that I was suppose to give to Ynna on the performance.
"Thunder pendant? Wow." - Austin
"It's actually cool!" - King
"Genius." - Erick
"Didn't expect that from you, bro." - Clyde
"Go for it!" - Viel
"Hummmaaaziiing! Ning ning ning ning!" - Dwight
"Nah. I'll just give this to her after." I said as I took away the necklace from them and put it again in my pocket.
"After? Give it during the perfromance. Why not try risking it?" asked Chase.
"I can't risk her." I answered without looking at him.
"It could be worth it." Ash said.
"Worth it your face." I said as I went back again to playing my guitar.
I hate it but I am so tired of Ash always being the right one. I've always wanted to prove him and dad that I can decide on my own. So yeah, I decided not to give Ynna the pendant on the performance. I'll just give it to her after.
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[Mall of Asia Arena]
The day went fast. I knew I was going to be late for the pageant because it took me hours to learn the song, plus, I was really nervous. Ash and his group were supposed to join me on going to the arena but I asked them to go first because I was having a hard time memorizing everything. And so they did. They shouldn't be late. They are judges.
When I got in the arena, unfortunately, they are already calling me to go up to the stage. It was our fucking performance already! They didn't even give me time to be prepare! There was no time to see Ynna! I wonder how she looks like.
I kept all my nervousness and went up the stage confidently. I fixed the mic stands, my guitar and practically everything that's needed to be done. I even smiled to the sea of people who were shouting my name repeatedly. I looked back and saw beautiful Ynna staring at me from the backstage. I wanted to go to her but I thought that it would not be a good idea. I just mouthed her 'Just dance'. Although deep inside, I have a million words to say to her. It's just not right to say it at this kind of situation.
I started playing the guitar when the background music Chase prepared started. I wasn't looking at Ynna yet when I started singing.
♪ There I was waiting for a chance
Hoping that you'll understand
The things I wanna say ♫
♪ As my love is stronger than before
I wanna see you more and more
But you close the door ♫
♪ Why don't you try
To open up your heart
I won't take so much of your time ♫
I stood up and left my guitar when the chorus was about to start. I looked at Ynna who is currently just standing and looking at me, too. I knew what she was doing. She was interpreting every word I sing. I can see her shadows from where I sit. She was just embarrassing herself. The people are laughing at her because she looked like an idiot there. I was alarmed with the reaction of the crowd that's why I stood up to save her. I don't want anybody laughing at her. And suddenly, I wanted to give her the pendant. But before that, I just held both of her hands and sang.
♪ Maybe it's wrong to say please love me too
Coz' I know you never do
Somebody else is waitin' there inside for you ♫
♪ Maybe its wrong to love you more each day
Coz' I know she's here to stay
But I know to whom you should belong ♫
♪ But my love is strong
I don't know if this is wrong
But I know to whom you should belong ♫
I don't know what has gotten into me. I was sure a while ago that I will just give this to her later after the performance, but then, I found myself searching for the pendant in my pocket. I wanted the crowd to know that the girl they are laughing at is the girl I love. I want them to give respect to Ynna. I want them to envy Ynna because there is a guy like me, who will confess to her and let the whole arena be the witness.
When I was about to give her the pendant, I was shocked when she pushed my hand back to my pocket and said "Sky, mamaya na yan." before she hurriedly went to the backstage, leaving me standing here alone at the stage will all the fucking people screaming 'Awww.' and 'Bitin'.
I immediately followed her at the dressing room.
"Ynna, what's wrong?" I asked.
"Sky, ano ba yun? Bakit may ganun? Di ba sabi ko sayo magdedesisyon naman ako pagkatapos ng pageant?" she sounded really annoyed. I'm sorry, Ynna.
"I just can't wait. I'm sorry. And I'm also afraid that you'll reject me." I said while trying to hold her hand.
"Kaya dinadaan mo sa maraming tao? Ganun ba yun Sky? Sa tingin mo ba kung wala nang mga tao ay irereject na kita? Ganun ba ang tingin mo sa akin ha Sky?" she let go of her hand.
"Ynna, I just want you mine. I'm really sorry." I said with my head turned down.
"Mamaya na ako magdedecide. Kakausapin ko lang muna si Shibama. Pumunta ka nalang sa condo mamaya." she said and was about to leave but then I grabbed her arm.
"The pageant is not yet over. May Q & A pa. Lalakad pa tayo sa runway. There's still a lot to do!" I informed her.
"Aalis lang ako sandali. Babalik ako agad. Marami pa namang ibang magpeperform eh."
"Why are you leaving? Is it because of Farrah? Did she do anything to you? Did she threatened you? Ynna, I don't love her anymore!" I was almost shouting this time.
"Hindi!" she shouted back.
"Then why are you leaving?!"
"Kailangan kong kausapin si Shibama."
"Why do you even have to talk to him?!" I asked. Really confused. What's Shibama's role on this?
"T-Tutulungan niya akong magdesisyon."
"What? Why?! You are just making excuses! You can decide on your own!" I seriously said.
"Basta, Sky." and she left. I didn't grab her anymore. I just let her go. I don't want her upset with me. But hell, I knew she was. Fuck!
I fucking hate it!!! Why did I unconciously followed Ash' advice?! Now is that what you call worth it? Shit! Fuck! Look what the hell happened! I really don't know what is the reason behind her walk outs. I knew that it was not just because she got embarrassed. I knew it has a deeper meaning. And I am going to find that out!
I went to the ECB crowd to look for Farrah. I knew she was just threatening Ynna again. I knew that she's at the back of all of this!
I saw her seated at the front most of the ECB section clapping her hands together with her girl friends. I didn't think twice. I immediately grabbed her arm and asked her rude questions.
"What the fuck did you do to Ynna?!" I started.
"What? I didn---"
"Don't lie to me, bitch!"
"Are you calling me a bitch?!"
"You heard it, right?!"
"Sky, what the hell?! What did that Ynna do to you?! You should be at my side! We should be together!" she squealed.
"I love Ynna! And fuck you for threatening her!!!" I squeezed her arm.
"LET ME GO!" she shouted. I just loosen my grip but didn't let her go. "OKAY! FINE! I AM A BITCH! I admit that! I can do bad things to Ynna because I'm envious of her! You give her the attention that you have never given me! But shit! Sky! I didn't do anything this time! I promise! Mamatay man ako!"
I let her go after what she said. Something in her eyes are telling me that she is telling the truth. But I still don't believe in her. She attacked Ynna three fucking times before, it's still clearly written in my mind. She can do it all over again. Knowing her, she won't stop not until she gets even.
I went to ask Debbie and Karen but they said that they don't know a thing. Useless! Are they really her friends?! I don't know what I was doing but then I just found myself stepping on one of the chairs to get everybody's attention, I was about to tell the whole ECB crowd something. That's when I decided to tell them that I don't want to continue the pageant anymore. I want to quit. I want to follow Ynna.
I thought they were going to be mad or something but their response was different.
"Go! Follow Ynna! Leave this pageant!!!"
"Fight for true love!"
"Give her what you were about to give a while ago!"
"We will support you all the way!"
"SKYNNA FOR THE WIN NO MATTER WHAT!"
Some teachers even smiled at me. I smiled back at them and mouthed 'Thank you'. I gave Erick and Dwight one last look and they gave me a thumbs up.
Ynna, wait for me. I'm coming for you.
I started my engine and rushed to the Millenium Heights condominium. I don't care if I'll get an accident or get caught due to my insanely fast driving. I really wanted to see her so badly. I wanted to hug her and kiss her. I wanted to say sorry. I wanted us to make-up. And I really wanted her to be my girl.
When I arrived, I greeted the guards of her condominium with a smile. I don't know but I feel that it's going to be a good night. I even smiled at the people at the elevator. What the hell was wrong with me? Am I going crazy? Smiling at all people because he was about to see the love of his life? The fuck! When did I became that crazy?!
When the elevator opened, I immediately noticed the door of her condominium unit, it is slightly opened. So, I went in. And to my surprise, there I saw Ynna who's not with Shibama. But with Caloy, her best friend. And guess what? They are fucking hugging each other.
"What's this?" I asked. I was trying my best to control my rising anger. I could kill her best friend anytime now.
Ynna let go of the hug and stood up to face me. I think she was about to let me meet his boy best friend.
"Sky.. Si Caloy.. Best friend ko." she said. She looked nervous.
I was about to answer her but then the fucker said something that made me the most upset man in the world.
"Hindi. Hindi ako best friend ni Ynna. Ako ang boyfriend niya."
What the hell?
Did I heard that right?
I was ready to punch him but I don't want to hurt Ynna's feelings by hurting her stupid best friend... Or boyfriend. So I just walked out. I didn't know I was crying when I unconciously seated at the floor, just next to her condominium door. Fuck! Was she just using me all this time? Was she still the bitch I used to know? Did I fell in her trap? Did she plan this all along? Was I the only one who's falling?
My heart was in pain. I have so many questions in my mind. I wanted to punch anything. I wanted to die. But surprisingly, in a minute or two, all of my questions where answered.
"Ano ka ba Caloy! Bakit mo sinabi yun kay Sky?! Best friend lang kita!!!!" Ynna shouted. I moved my ears closer to the door to hear their full conversation.
"Sinabi ko yun para lumayo na siya sayo! Masama siya para sayo! Alam mo yan, Ynna!" the stupid boy answered.
"Hindi siya masama para sa akin! Tigilan mo na ako Caloy! Malaki na ako! Kaya ko ang sarili ko!"
"Ynna naman! Masama kayo para sa isa't-isa! Huwag ka ngang magbulagbulagan! Tutulungan kita! Malalagpasan mo din yan! Lalayuan mo din siya!"
"Hindi ko siya lalayuan! Hindi ko siya kayang layuan!!!" I knew from here that Ynna was already crying.
"At bakit?! Dahil nahuhulog ka na sa kanya?! Dahil mahal mo na siya? Ynna naman! Puppy love lang yan! Mabilis lang yan kalimutan! Ang isipin mo ay kung bakit ka nandito! Ang isipin mo ay kung ano ang silbi mo dito!"
"OO!!! Yan ba ang gusto mong marinig?! Pwes, oo!!! Mahal na mahal ko si Sky! Mahal na mahal! At wala na akong pakialam sa kung sino ang magagalit sa akin sa huli! Kahit ang buong mundo pa! Basta ang gusto ko lang ay mahalin si Sky! Kaya pwede ba, Caloy! Tigil tigilan mo ako! At huwag na huwag mo akong pangungunahan! Huwag mo akong papakialaman sa mga desisyon ko! Best friend lang kita! Si Sky ang mahal ko!"
I went out of the condominium after I heard that from Ynna. She loves me. That's all I need to hear. To know that she loves me back is more than enough. I was crying a while ago and now I am smiling back again at the guards. Love can really make people go crazy. And I am crazy for Ynna. And I believe that I can get even more crazy as time goes by.
Something was bothering her, though. I think she has a secret that only Caloy knows. But right now, I really don't care. As long as she loves me, I know that we can face all the challenges together - no matter how big they are. Our love will be stronger than all of the problems that might come our way.
I still don't know what would Ynna's decision be regarding my question on breaking the contract. She might say no now that I know that she has a problem. She might lie and tell me that she doesn't love me at all. She keeps on holding back. So now, what I am going to do next is to let her tell in my face what she was feeling for me. I would let her spill it. And there's now way in hell that we wouldn't be together.
For a moment, I thought everything that I planned from getting the pendant, learning a song, and quitting the pageant will all be put to waste. But then in a blink of an eye, it all made sense.
I hate to admit this but from then until now, Ash was always right.
It was indeed worth it.