Chaos Series 1: Angel

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"Congratulations to the two of you for your graduation. But you still have to prove yourself by your internship and once you started working in our company, that's when I can say I am totally proud of you two." Dad said before taking a bite of his steak. We are now in our house and our graduation just  finished an hour ago. And here we are at the mansion to celebrate.

"Specially you Ellie." My eyes slowly traveled at my side where Ellie sits.

I look back at dad, "Dad..." I said, hoping to stop him from saying more.

Dad look at me and nod, "I just said you two need to work well." He said and I slowly nod.

Ellie and I... are still not okay, it's been  2 weeks since the incident. And she has been staying home for around 12 days straight and she was just allowed to go out due to practice of our graduation. But she still didn't utter any word to me.

And it kills me, it kills me knowing she's mad and upset to me. It kills me to see her in the dining table every meal but she pretend I'm not there and no one else is. She don't talk to anyone just like what maids would tell me whenever I would  ask them if Ellie eats whenever she won't eat with us.

I even made cookies the other weekend and hope she try some. But the maids said she didn't. She didn't even spare a glance at them. That's why I had to give them to the maids or else it will get spoil.

I just want us to be the usual again. If I only know that it would destroy us. Destroy our bond, I would have confessed all my faults too.

Edi sana hindi lang siya ang napagalitan. Pero kahit ganon, okay kami, kahit ganon, masaya kami. Kahit parehas kaming na grounded. Kahit parehas kaming napagalitan. Why am I even that selfish? After all what she did for me. Sa mga pagtatakip niya sa akin kapag magkikita kami ni Ezekiel. How did I became became selfish?

The little celebration ended and Ellie is the first one to excuse herself. I badly want to follow her. Badly want to talk to her. But I'm scared that I'll end up crying so hard in front of her but she still wont forgive me. I don't even know if I deserve the forgiveness at this point. Dad spat out so many hurtful words to her. I don't know what she truly feels at this point.

Mom and dad let us have a week rest from all the studying and works before we enter our internship to our company. If me and Ellie are just in good terms. We would probably be somewhere having a good time. But no, it's not like before anymore.

At the first three days I stayed at home. Baking, cooking, cleaning, organizing since I don't know what to do. At the fourth day of my 7 days rest, I asked mom and dad if I can go shopping alone. Means no guard or driver around me. At first I know they hesitated and doubted, but in the end, I was able to meet up with Ezekiel and shop with him for my internship.

"Mahirap ba? I mean sa finance ka naman e. Pero mahirap ba ang internship?" I asked before taking a sip of my milktea.

Ezekiel shakes his head, "Not really, it's more of fun honestly. I really like the idea of working in offices. That's why it's not really much a hassle to me." He replied and I slowly nod.

"I'm starting my internship in 3 days. I cant wait. I'm excited to wear the clothes I bought." I said and he smiled.

"Send me pictures once you wear them okay? I know you will look great but I still want to see it." He said, I smiled and nod.

"Of course I will. And maybe... just maybe. We can start a new set up. Less strict and more free set up for our dates. See! They even let me go shopping without a guard! I'm seeing changes! And it's for the better!" I said and he giggled before nodding.

We just finished our drinks before we left the mall, he didn't help me bring the bags to my van because he knows that the driver is waiting for me. We just exit the mall and bid goodbye to each other.

The 5th and 6th day is me fixing my things that I'll use in the company. Such as the bag and other supplies. I also arranged clothes that I'll be wearing for my first few days. I know after days it'll be a  hassle already.

When Sunday came and the next day is the start of our  internship. Packages arrived at the house. And once again I saw Ellie smiles. The packages are for her and it  contains lots of   clothes for her to wear. Probably for her internship too.

"That will look good on you." I said that caught her attention. She look at my direction and nod once before once again looking at the clothes.

At least she nods, at least she noticed me. At least she looked at me! Is that a sign that slowly by slowly we are getting back to normal!? Does that mean if I say sorry she will forgive me?

The next morning, I wake up early to take a good bath. After the warm bath, I slip on a black mini skirt, white polo, topped with a Saint Lauren cardigan. The bag I'll be using is a sling bag from Dior and I also bought a file case for the papers. I took some pictures first and send it to Ezekiel before heading down to the kitchen. I saw Ellie sitting down on her chair. And she looks so good!

"Hey, you look great!" I said as I sit down beside her. She look at me and nod. Her face don't show any emotion but it's not the frown face anymore.

We had breakfast and once again, I'm so happy to be  with Ellie in our van. The ride is silent but it's lighter not like before where I feel anxious when I'm just alone. We arrived at the company and logged in to the biometrics.

We already have our designated place to work and the other interns are here. Since me and Ellie have different works to do. I don't see her often because she's in finance. And I don't know much people here in the business administration faculty so it's either I'm working or eating.

Sometimes, after the internship, Ezekiel and I would meet up at the near cafe.

"Your parents really did started to be less strict to you." He said before taking a sip of his drink.

I excitedly nod while munching on my food, "I know right! I told you they're changing! And I'm happy they are!" I said and I hear him chuckle.

"Nagutom ka ba? Ginugutom mo siguro sarili mo ah. Hindi maganda 'yan..." he said making me chuckle a bit. I swallowed the food first and wipe the side of my lips.

"Hindi ah! I'm always eating nga if I don't have any work." I said and he chuckled.

"Anong sabi ng mga kasama mo sa internship?" He asked and I shrug.

"Wala naman silang sinasabi, magulang ko naman may-ari ng kumpanya." I said and he suddenly burst out laughing.

"The privilege." He said and I slightly grin before before another bite of my burger.

"Yes, I'm only using my surname when it comes to food. But at work, no. I even ask for more work loads than my other co-workers." I said and he slowly nod, smile printed on his face.

"I'm doing the same, I may be the only son of the owner of the company, but I don't use my surname to step on someone. I make sure I'm being fair to them." He said and I nod. Looking straight to my burger.

"By the way, kamusta na kayo ni Ellie?" He suddenly ask, my eyes slowly meet his and I put down my burger.

"Well... there's a small development. She would nod, look, and give me the smallest smile she could. She doesn't  wear a frown face anymore just like before. And I'm I'm building up courage to say sorry." I said and he slowly nod. I hear him flick his tongue which made me confused.

"You should have said sorry sooner. Pinatagal mo pa." He said and my lip formed into a small pout.

"I am afraid, okay? Takot ako na baka... mas lalo lang siya magalit. Or baka ayaw pa niya ako makita or marinig ang boses ko kaya hindi ko agad siya kinausap. I gave her time and space of course." I said and he slightly chuckled before nodding.

He just won't stop laughing and I'm not even complaining. This is why I love meeting up with him after work. His laughter and soft chuckles just brush the stress away.

"Okay, but say sorry soon, okay? Then I'll buy you an ice cream cake. A big one, eat it. Cause ice cream makes the pain and stress go away." He childishly said and my eyes widened.

"Sabi mo 'yan ha!? I want ice cream cake from Dairy Queen! Chocolate one!" I exclaimed and he burst out laughing. Throwing his head back.

"Of course I will, just say sorry to your sister sincerely." He said and I nod.

After our date, I went home around 6pm, and mom and dad are not even home yet. So I rush to my bedroom first and put down my file case and bag before going outside Ellie's room.

I took around 3 deep breaths before knocking. No one answered, I was about to knock for the second time when the door opened.

"Yes? You need something?" Ellie ask and I pursed my lips.

"I... I just want to talk with you, please." I hesitantly said and she slowly nod. She open the the wider and let me in. She walk towards her swivel chair and pull it closer to the bed where I am sitting right now.

"What is it?" She asked and I look down, playing with my hands. I took a deep breath and look up at her.

"I want to say sorry, for... for everything. For being selfish, for not... for not taking responsibilities of my own faults. I'm sorry Ellie. Please don't be mad at me anymore." I sincerely said. She look at me with blank expression before a smile slowly grew on her face.

"How can I not forgive you? Ate kita, kapatid kita, of course I'll forgive you. I may... I may missed some few things while I  was grounded. But it's fine, I guess. Don't think I'm mad at you, and I can never get mad at you Angel. Siguro... nadala lang ako nung gabing 'yon." She said and my face lit up.

"Really!? You're not mad at me anymore?" I asked and she chuckled.

"I never was. I'm more mad to myself for shouting at you. I know you're a big... softie person. You don't deserve to he shouted by anyone. So don't let anyone do those things to you, okay?" She softly said and I started tearing up.

"Ellie..." I called before throwing myself to her. I hear her chuckle before hugging me back.

"Now, go to your room and I'm sure your boyfriend will get you an ice cream cake soon." She said and my eyes widened and pull away from the hug.

"You knew!?" I asked and she laughed.

"Parehas kayong makulit ng boyfriend mo. He wants us to be okay again." She said and I pouted. I bid her a goodnight and exited her room and went back to mine.

I throw myself at my bed and take a deep breath.

"Parang masarap din ang cookies and cream na ice cream cake."

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