TRUTH AND LIES
(The representative of Manilla)
Episode 60
Writer: Faith Lucky.
Alyssa’s Pov:
Everywhere had become quiet and calm as the incidence seemed to cool down the liveliness.
The coordinator made a slight cough into the mic.
“So’ he paused and cleared his throat into the mic.
“I guess we already know whom our winner is”
God! This is really happening.
I couldn’t even imagine the happiness on Alyssa’s face.
The coordinator was about saying something when suddenly Mr Fredo, the principal came up.
“Hold on” he said as he climbed the stage and everyone wondered what he had to say.
He collected the mic from the coordinator.
“I think there was a mix up in Alexa’s question” he said. The answer she gave is incorrect. The marginal physical product of labour is the additional output achieved when one worker is added to fixed account of other factors.
But she had given a different answer”.
The hall became a little noisy as everyone started mumbling, trying to confirm it.
I sniffed and cleaned my eyes and became anxious.
Was she really wrong?
Oh God!
The judges started going through the papers on their tables and the one in the middle spoke up.
“Thank you Mr Fredo. It was indeed incorrect. We’re sorry for the terrible mistake” she said apologetically and Mr Fredo nodded and left the stage.
What?
The hall became lively again as a brighter light shun.
Everybody’s face beamed and curiosity set in again.
Does this mean it’s going to be repeated?
Oh, God!
The second judge took up her mic.
“We’re so sorry for the inconvenience” she said.
“But as it stands, neither of the contestants were able to pass the first round of the competition.
So, it’s going to be repeated.
“Alexa Liam, please take the stand”.
I rubbed my palms together as I became nervous again.
Does this mean there is hope for me?
Do I still stand a chance in the contest?
Oh, God!
Alexa stood up angrily from her seat and went to the stand.
The students had become quiet and some of them were recording with their phones.
“Alexa Liam, what are the three major groups of government revenue?”
The judge asked and she delayed a little.
Just then, the bell went off.
Huh?
The students gasped.
“Uhm…sorry, Alexa Liam, but your time is up” the judge said and she slowly turned around and returned to her seat.
I could see her eyes were teary.
Then next, it was my turn.
Oh, Alyssa!
This is your chance.
I stood up nervously and walked to the stand.
“Alyssa Ramos, what is a perfect example of a public good?
The judge asked.
“Defence”
I replied almost immediately and waited for a response.
God, please help me.
The judge went through her list and looked at me.
“That’s correct” she replied and a wild scream filled the hall.
I covered my mouth with my palm as the judges smiled at me and the students all stood up and began clapping and cheering.
Tell me this is not a dream.
“‘Congratulations Alyssa” the judges added and I wept.
Immediately, I saw Alexa running away with tears.
Oh, my God!
I won!
I won the contest!
I became the representative of manilla.
Oh my God!!!
I looked at Mico and he was already standing and clapping.
I ran to him immediately and jumped on him.
“I won Mico!
I did it!” I screamed and he laughed.
“Congratulations” he said softly into my ears and unlocked from the hug.
“I’m proud of you” he said, looking into my face and I smiled.
The hall had become noisy already because of the ovation taking place.
And all eyes and cameras had turned to Mico and I.
“Don’t forget the date” I said happily, holding him.
“Just make a choice. Where do you want it to be? Even if it’s the moon” he replied and I laughed.
“I think I have a better place in mind – Ace of Spade” I said and he arched his brows.
“Ace of spade?” He repeated.
“isn’t that where you…”
“Yes. I want to go there with you” I cut in and he chuckled and we kissed.
THE UNKNOWN
Hah!
Thank goodness Alyssa won the contest. I had really wanted her to win because I need her in Davao city.
Now I’ve gotten to understand why all my plans to kill her had failed.
It isn’t because God’s on her side; it’s because God’s on my side!
Yes.
She needs to sign the files before I kill her. She needs to sign it. Then she can finally rest in peace.
This Manilla has disappointed me once. Now I can’t rely on them again.
They’re just a bunch of lazy assholes.
Over there in Davao, I have a lot of connections whom I’m sure can never fail on a job.
Yes; they’re the most dreaded gang in Davoa and even the police has given up in hunting them down.
They never fail on a job.
So, when I get there, I’m going to complete my Misson on Alyssa.
Alyssa’s Pov:
I came out of the car with Mico and wrapped by hand around his as we walked into Ace Of spade.
His guards were behind us.
The people around had started screaming and taking pictures as news of our presence had been made known to everyone.
Hmm.
The last time I walked into this place, I had come as a waitress.
And the last time I left, I had left because I was fired.
But today, I was coming here as the girlfriend of the popular Fillipino’s most stylish.
Hm.
We were still heading into the entrance when I saw Mr Franco walking towards us with a few waiters behind.
I smiled and tightened my grisp around his hand.
“M..Mr Mico” he called immediately he got to where we were.
“Gd evening sir. Welcome to my lounge” he added with a bow and looked at me.
Gosh!
I could read the diffident look in his eyes.
“W…Welcome, miss Alyssa” he stuttered with a little bow as well.
“Mr Franco!” I called and chuckled.
“It’s been quite long we last saw each other. Uhm…sorry, but I hope I won’t be thrown out. Because…the last time I was here, you had thrown me out and warned me never to step a foot in your building ever again”.
He coughed a little and bowed again.
“I…Uhm…I’m really sorry about that miss Alyssa. Please, you’re always welcome here at any time” he said and I smiled and placed my head on Mico’s shoulder.
“Uhm…” Mico said and cleared his throat.
“We want to make use of the VVIP room” he added.
“The…it’s already occupied. B…but, I’ll make it vacant right away” he replied and signalled us to follow him.
I kept my head on Mico’s shoulder as we walked behind Mr Franco and he took us to the VVIP room.
All the workers were popping their heads out, trying to get a glimpse of us.
A couple were in the VVIP room already and we had to wait for Mr Franco to go in and clear them out.
The couples came out angrily at first, but when they saw Mico and I, their faces beamed with smiles.
The lady even brought out her phone and pleaded for a selfie with us.
Then Mico and I walked in afterwards and took a seat.
“Uhm…what are your orders?” Mr Franco asked and I took the menu from the table.
“Free drinks and food for everyone” Mico said and I shut him a stare.
“O…okay ,sir” Mr Franco replied happily with a bow as usual.
I placed orders for both myself and Mico and he scribbled them down in a note.
“And please, tell Maia I’d want her to be the one to carry out my orders” I added just as he turned around to leave and he hesitated a little before nodding and walking out.
“Goodness, Alyssa! You never told me you were bringing me here to use me as a revenge tool” Mico said immediately Mr Franco left and I busted into laughter.
“What re you saying, Mico? I’m just acting normal” I said with laughter.
Seriously, I need to make this people feel guilty for what they did to me.
They need to know things have changed now.
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