After a few weeks.The day of the summer festival finally arrives."Aren't you done yet?" I complained,getting tired of sitting straight infront of the mirror.Mika was fixing my hair in a fashionable bun. We are both going to the summer festival while wearing our new summer kimono."Just stay still if you want me to finish!" Mika stated."--Girls, what's taking you so long?" we both heard Mama's voice downstairs."In a minute, mama!" Mika called back.After a few agonizing minutes..."There. It's done." Mika finally said, as she patted my shoulders."Thanks a lot, Mika." I thanked my younger sister.Mika just nodded while looking satisfied at the result."We'd better get going." she reminded me."You're right." I agreed.We both descended from the stairs.Mama walked towards us, while looking proud."You
After a few hours.Ken, our oldest brother, Mika and I finally had our family reunion at the Summer Festival. We're all happy to see each other, and we had a lot of fun at the festival."--Well, then. It's time for us to go home, kids!" Ken suddenly announced."But we still have other plans!" protested Mika."Like what?" Ken interrogated his youngest sister."We're about to go to the beach and light some fireworks there!" Mika haughtily answered."Consider it cancelled." Ken quickly decided."That's so unfair! By the way, does Mama even know that you're here?!" Mika shot back."Not yet. I decided to go straight to the festival and have fun first. And whether you like it or not, we're going home." Ken responded.As a last resort, Mika gave me a helpless look."Oh, but Mika's really looking forward on playing with firewor
Van and I are watching the beautiful fireworks show at the beach.Meanwhile, Ren and Mika were laughing from afar, as they watch the impressive fireworks show."Nao?" Van called for my attention."Hmm?" I said."Thank you for going out with me." Van said."I said yes because I want to." I said in return."I'm glad to know that." Van wistfully spoke.I held my breath when I felt his warm hand into my hand.We don't need to say anything. But we're already aware of our feelings with each other.Now I truly believe that "Action speaks louder than words..."==========================Many days have passed.Reiko is now talking with Nao and Van at the snackhouse.They are discussing things about their planned summer trip."Well, I think you won't be having any problems wi
After two-and-a-half hours of travel time by plane,we finally reached our destination.We rode on a taxi, and after thirty minutes, the vehicle stopped infront of a big villa, which looked like more of a mansion that you could only see in magazines..."Welcome to our family's vacation house!" announced Reiko, as she slung her bagpack unto her shoulders.Van and I unbelievably stared at the grand-looking house infront of us. Our jaws almost rolled its way to the ground because of amazement."Oh,I'm sorry, do you think the house is too? If that's the case, shall I make a reservation to the nearest 5-Star Hotel?" suggested Reiko,while looking apologetic.We both snapped our heads at her."Are you kidding me? !I know your family is rich,Reiko,but.---NOT LIKE THIS!" Van cried out,while pointing at the castle-like house.I nodded, totally agreeing with Van."Is it really alright to stay here? The place is TOO big for
As Mira gazes upon her old wooden house where she was born and raised, she can't help but feel a tinge of sadness wash over her. The house, once filled with her family's laughter, warmth, and happiness, is now almost empty. She recalls her mother's loving hugs and the way her father used to sing to her before bed. Despite the fond memories, her heart is heavy as she stands at the brink of a new chapter in her life. Mira knows that her mother would want her to continue moving forward, regardless of her passing. She's come to terms with the fact that she is now officially an orphan and that she has no one left to lean on. But at the same time, she knows that she cannot stay trapped in her old home forever. She has a new life ahead of her, and she's determined to make the most of it. As she takes one last look at her old wooden house, Mira takes a deep breath, determined to let go. She decides to leave only a few things for herself that she thinks are impo
"Very well. Please wait here for a minute." the security guard instructed, then afterwards, he closed the small part of the gate again.As Mira stood in front of the imposing gate, her heart startled pounding in her chest. She had never met the mysterious Mrs. Natalie Armani, but she had heard her name mentioned on the television because she is the wife of one of the richest men in the country, who owns a first-class airline company.She has been wondering for so long on how is her mother connected with a very rich woman just like Mrs. Armani...Mira suddenly snaps out from her reverie when she saw the gate open again, and the security guard is back again."Please come in. The Madame will see you now." the security personnel informed her."Thank you, Sir." Mira nodded in return.With her heart still racing, she took another deep breath before taking a step forward to follow the security man.She was surprised to see a ce
After eating lunch, Mira and Mrs. Armani are now in the huge and spacious living room inside the mansion. The woman is now telling Mira all the things that happened decades ago.Mira listened intently as Mrs. Armani shared stories of her relationship with her mother. The two of them grew up together at an orphanage, best friends from an early age. However, Mrs. Armani was the first of the two friends to be adopted by a well-off couple, leaving Mira's mother behind to start a new life without her closest companion.As Mira listened to the whole story, she could tell that the old woman was reliving a painful memory, and she felt a pang of sympathy in her heart."I can only imagine how hard it must have been for you to lose touch with your friend."Mrs. Armani nodded, wiping away a tear."It was difficult. I always hoped that I would be able to find her someday, but my search never yielded any results. I've looked for the orphanage, but it w
Aston is currently at Zurich airport as he is waiting for his flight back home. He just finished doing his European tour and it's time to go back home because the summer vacation is over and he needs to get ready for the new school year at Crestwood Eden High to begin again. He is now talking to his mother over the phone before his flight. "Aston, son... I have some news for you, and I'm going to tell you about it once you get back home." her mother relayed."Can't you talk about it over the phone, Mom?" Aston asked, while looking a bit interested."Well, it's better if we talk about it at home, son. Anyway, have a safe flight back home and we'll see you soon. Love you, dear." his mother finally said goodbye."Alright, Mom. See you the soonest." Aston said in return.After that phone call, Aston finally heard his flight being announced on the speakers inside the airport. He stood up, and walked his way towards the departure area...