This soup is really good!" I commented. I can't help but to feel impressed by Ren's amazing cooking skills. "Did you hear that, Ren? A cute girl praised your cooking!" Uncle Taka happily said, as he slapped Ren's back. Ren started to cough uncontrollably,until his face became red. "Cut it out, Dad! Here, drink some water, Ren." Van said,while giving Ren a glass of water. I smiled as I watch them laugh. It's really nice to see them having fun while eating dinner together. "Hello, is anyone home?" they heard someone calling from outside. The three men looked at each other. "Hey, isn't it Reiko?" Uncle Taka guessed. "Yes, I think it's her. I'll invite her in. Ren, prepare another plate for Reiko." Van asked his younger brother. He stood up and opened the front door. I timidly chewed on my food. What I only k
After they dropped off Nao to their house, Van is now walking with Reiko back to her own residence. Van was talking non-stop about something, but Reiko's mind is flying elsewhere. She can't help but to feel jealous on Van's close relationship with Nao. Reiko had this feeling that the Van she knew changed after seventeen years of being together. They were born on the same year. They went to the same gradeschool. They were also in the same class for three years back in middleschool. And now they go to the same school as senior highschool students. They were inseparable in the eyes of many people.They are known as childhood friends... She started hoping that they could cross the line from being childhood friends into something more special. Reiko started feeling that way when they were in middleschool. Her feelings grew when they were a freshman in highschool, but sh
Few days have passed."This is your last day for this semester, everyone. Enjoy your summer vacation to the fullest, and make many wonderful memories! I know you're all getting impatient, so I'm going to formally end this term. See you again next school year!" their Class Adviser finally ended the class, and left the room.The students enthusiastically cries out and went to their own group of friends to make plans on how to spend their summer vacation.Van suddenly approached me, with a serious look on his face."I need to tell you something. But promise me first you won't get angry." he started."What's with that look on your face? Is there something wrong?" I asked him.I curiously frowned when Van started to walk backwards. He wants to tell me something, but he's trying to walk away from me."What's his deal, anyway?" I thought to myself.I
Meanwhile,at the 3-B Classroom.I almost fell on my seat in utter shock after I heard Van's voice from the school's speakers. I can't believe that Van confessed in public, and everyone in school have heard it! He's crazy to ask publicly ask her on a date!"It was a stupid move, alright, but you have to admit it, you still find it romantic..." her mind teases her.I shook my head wildly, as if shaking all of my thoughts.=======================At the pool area.Reiko's deeply hurting when she heard Van's love confession towards Nao.It took her a few minutes to recover from shock. A tear suddenly fell from her eyes.Reiko stubbornly brushed the tears away.She quickly stands up and she dived into the pool. She tirelessy did a few laps,as if the pain in her heart will be washed away by the water...========================
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