BLIND DATE ( ENGLISH VERSION )

KEN’S POV

Since it is almost nighttime, we made the decision to head home after we finished our ice cream. I plop down on the couch and take a seat as soon as we get to the unit.

” Bro, how did you meet Alexa? ” Caleb asked. We live under the same roof.

” On a blind date booth in the school. ” I replied

” Then? How you two become in a relationship? ” he asked again

” It is a long story Caleb, do not be curious about it. ”ConTEent bel0ngs to Nôv(e)lD/rama(.)Org .

” It is not like I am gossiping, but that girl, she looks almost exactly the same with —- ”

” Stop, Caleb. I told you that we would never talk about that. ” I irritably stopped him from talking.

” Sorry, bro, but can you be honest with me? Do you like Alexa, or do you just see someone on her? ” Caleb asked directly.

” It is none of your business Caleb. You know me. I will not enter any relationship that I did not think about. ”

” I am just making sure, bro. Alexa seems strong, but I think she is fragile inside. ” Caleb answered in seriousness.

My eyes automatically closed after hearing what he said. That is the exact reason why I do not want to cut our lies off. I want to protect Alexa, or am I have another agenda for her? I just shrugged off the thought that crossed my mind. Cmon, Ken, it has been a year. You have to move on.

I immediately open my eyes when I hear the cellphone of Caleb ringing. I see the name of Rhea as the caller. How can he get the number of Rhea that fast? This playboy is unbelievable. I will answer the call when Caleb comes out of nowhere. He went to the veranda after answering the call.

I just lay down on my bed because I am tired until I did not notice that I fell asleep.

ALEXA’S POV

I woke up early the next morning. It is not because I will go to school but to relax. It is only the first week, yet it is already stressful. Is this really the life of a graduating student? It is Saturday morning, and the sky is so bright. It also means that the pervert Ken is not here to ruin my day. Hmmm! I stretched my arms before I went straight to the restroom and did my morning routines. After finishing my morning rituals, I go downstairs towards the dining area to eat breakfast. My parents are already there but where is Kuya?

” Good morning, everyone. ” I energetically greeted my parents.

” Good morning, sweetie! It seems our princess woke up in a good mood. ” Mom greeted me back.

” Good morning beshy.”

” Good mor—”

My eyes automatically turned to who greeted me. What? Why Rhea and Ken are here? I secretly pinched my arms to know if I am just dreaming. However, my eyes start to widen when my pinch hurt me. What are they doing here?

” What are you two doing here? ” I almost shouted while looking at Ken and Rhea.

” Alexandra! your voice.” Dad said with a warning tone.

” It is okay, Tito. Just what Rhea and I said, she did not know we are going here today. ” Ken answered respectfully.

” I am sorry, Dad, I just thought I am dreaming. ”

I go near the dining table in seated down on my seat that is face to face with Ken’s seat. I am confused about what is happening right now. I just gave Rhea a ” care to explain ” look that she quickly and understands easily.

” We are here because we tried to call you last night, but you did not answer. So, we have decided to visit here. ” Rhea explained.

” My phone is battery-empty last night, then I charged it, but I fell asleep. Anyway, what brought you here? ” I asked Rhea.

” You remember that we discussed doing our project together? I thought that we should do it as early as now, so it will not be a hassle for us since we are graduating. So, we are here to pick you up. We will start our project. ” Ken answered.

I just nodded to show that I got it. Now I know, but is it the only thing Ken said? What if he told my parents about our relationship?! The thoughts running in my mind are cut when I hear Dad talking.

” Alexandra! ” Dad called me with authority.

” Yes? ” I manage to answer even though I am too nervous.

“Call your driver when you are done so he can fetch you there. You know my rules, okay?” Dad said simultaneously.

” Yes, Dad. You do not have to worry. I am with Rhea. Besides, Caleb and Ken are good friends of mine. ” I assured Dad, and I put emphasis on the words good friend.

” All right. We should be going. I have a few things to do in the company. ” Dad said

” I will go along with you, honey. ” Mom said

Mom and Dad both stand up. They go to my side and kiss me on my forehead.

” Enjoy while doing your project, sweetie. ” mom said

Dad tapped the shoulder of Ken and told him, ” Be a man and take good care of our two princesses. ”

” Yes, Sir. ” Ken replied.

” Drop the Sir, you seem too formal, son. Tito will do. ” Dad told Ken while smiling.

They seem close already.

” All right, kiddos, we will go ahead. Enjoy. ”

After mom and dad left us, I turned my attention to Ken and Rhea.

” Why did you not text me or chat with me before you come here? I almost got a heart attack because of your surprise. ” I told them angrily.

” Sorry, beshy, I am lazy to type. ”

” What is new, Rhea? Anyway, I will just go upstairs to change my clothes and fix myself. Then, we will go. ”

They both nodded as a response, so that is my cue to go upstairs to fix myself and change clothes. I take time in the mirror because I am deciding if I will wear my eyeglass or not. Actually, I do not have a problem with my eyes. It is just part of my disguise, so I am wearing it. I also wear it here in the house, a habit maybe. I sighed before I left my room.

When I go downstairs, I saw the amazing reaction of Ken and a happy aura of Rhea.

” Wow, beshy, you are so pretty. It has been so long before I see you like this again. ” Rhea said almost crying.

This girl is very dramatic. On the other hand, it is a really long since I did not wear eyeglasses. A year maybe. My attention turns to Ken who is shocked and almost jaw-dropping.

” Close your mouth. An insect may enter it. ” I said while laughing.

I think he got back to his senses and coughed shortly, ” Ready? Let’s go. ”

After he tell those words, he goes outside first. But I still notice his ear that turns red. Is he shy? Rhea put her arms around mine, and we went outside the house together. Ken opens the car’s door for us. What a gentleman.

While we are in the middle of the trip, I see Ken glancing over to where I am in the mirror. So, I cannot help but asks him.

” Is there something in my face? ”

” Ahh none, but you look better when you do not wear glasses. ” Ken said, then avoided my gaze.

I felt that Rhea pinched me in my side. I glared at her, but she still managed to smile. After a while, we were already arrived in a condo unit. When Ken opened the condo’s door, we saw Caleb wearing an apron. We slightly laughed at him because he was wearing a pink apron. The sound created by our chuckles caught his attention.

When he looked in our direction, he seemed to see a ghost. Ken walked toward him and said ” it is Alexa. ”

I do not know if it is my imagination or if there is some force when Ken holds his shoulder of Caleb.

” Ahh, come in. I am sorry about my appearance. I am currently cooking some food for us. Anyway, I gonna leave you for a while. I will just finish what I am cooking in the kitchen. ” Caleb said, then he left the living room.

” Just rest here. I will just change clothes in the bedroom. ” Ken said

Rhea and I sat down on the sofa and watched shows on the TV. However, I cannot still remove in my mind the scenario when Ken and Caleb got shocked when they saw me. Well, perhaps everyone will be shocked if they saw me without eyeglasses. I sighed. Okay, Alexa, no stress. Like what mom said, enjoy.

After some time, Caleb and Ken returned to the living room, and we began working on our project.

TO BE CONTINUE !