The Chosen Cursed [Ongoing]

CHAPTER FIVE JHANDY POV (HIS AND HER PAST)

I'm here now inside my room looking at the ceiling 'cause I can't sleep. Hindi parin kasi ako makapaniwala na buhay ang kapatid ko. Natutuwa ako pero hindi ko rin maiwasan matakot at mangamba.

Ngunit...napangiti ako bigla ng maalala kung gaano s'ya kagulat noong tinanghal siyang bagong pinuno ng mga witches.

"I gathered all of you..."bigla kong anas at tinanggal ang pagkakahawak sa pisngi ng aking kapatid. "Because I want you all to witness the coronation of my sister!"

Lahat ay nagulat,lahat ay napasinghap. Napangiti ako. Napatingin ako kay Faye at nakita ko rito ang unti-unting panlalaki ng kan'yang mga mata.

"This night...isn't just about a celebration of my sister's birthday but also her coronation..."panimula ko,kita ko pa ang paglunok ng ilan. "I already told you all that she is a woman now that's why I know she is ready to handle the Witch Kingdom."

Pagkatapos kong sabihin iyon ay ang pagpasok ng mga ministro labit-labit ang crystal na kahon kung saan nakapaloob ang korona ng yumaong Reyna.

"Kuya..."I looked at her and I saw her...crying.

I just smiled sweetly to her and nod at the minister to come near us with the other ministers,ang s'yang magpapatibay at magpapasa ng korona.

"We gather today to mark a significant transition..."sabi ng minister ng makalapit at habang nakaharap sa dagat ng tao. "By the authority vested in me, I hereby declare: King Jhandy Klerk Pilo is removed from being a King in Witch Kingdom."napasinghap muli sila dahil sa kapangyarihan at kilabot na dulot no'n. Ngunit ako ay napangiti na lamang at 'di maapawan ang excitement na nararamdaman.

"To our beloved King Jhandy Klerk Pilo, I offer gratitude for your contributions and wish you well in your future endeavors."tumingin s'ya sa akin at tumango gamit ang kalahating katawan.

Ilang segundo ang itinagal ng kan'yang pagtango bago lumapit sa akin at unti-unting tanggalin ang korona sa ulo ko.

Why do I feel like...I'm free?

Napangiti ako lalo. Iniligay ng minister ang korona sa isang pulang unan na hawak ng isa pang minister. Kasunod no'n ay binuksan naman n'ya ang crystal na kahon at iniangat ang korona habang nasa harapan ni Faye,mas lalo s'yang napaluha habang kaming mga nanunuod ay namamangha.

"By the authority vested in me,I confer upon you this crown,symbolizing leadership and service. May you wear it with humility,wisdom,and compassion. May you lead our Kingdom with integrity,vision,and courage. As you embark on this noble journey, remember: Serve with kindness and empathy. Lead with transparency and accountability. Inspire with passion and dedication. May this crown remind you of the trust placed in you and the responsibility that comes with it. I offer these final words of guidance: Listen to the voices of the people. Seek wisdom from diverse perspectives. Uphold the highest standards of excellence.May you be blessed with wisdom, strength, and joy as you lead our community forward. Congratulations,Queen Faye Jane Pilo. May all witches bless you and guide you."

Mahabang lintya ng ministro at unti-unti na ngang inilapat ang korona sa kan'yang ulo. Lalo s'yang napahagulgol habang tutop ang kan'yang bibig.

"This is..really unexpected."she said.

"Lift your right hand and do whatever I say..."saad pa ng ministro na agad namang sinunod ni Faye.

Queen Faye Jane Pilo. Ang sarap pakinggan.

"Today,I'm standing in front all of you .."saad ng ministro.

"Today,I'm standing in front all of you..."gaya ni Faye.

Nanunumpa s'ya sa harap ng dagat na tao. Hindi mawala-wala ang ngiti ko,isa din sa dahilan kung bakit napakadami kong inimbita ay dahil gusto kong malaman nila at masaksihan nila ang coronation night ng aking kapatid.

"Humbled and honored to accept this sacred trust. As I pledge to serve as your Queen..."

"Humbled and honored to accept this sacred trust. As I pledge to serve as your Queen..."

"I vow: To uphold justice, equality, and compassion for all. To defend our Kingdom's sovereignty and prosperity. To listen to your voices, concerns, and aspirations. To foster unity, peace, and understanding among our people. To promote strength,wisdom, innovation, and progress. To protect our heritage, culture, and environment. I promise to: Lead with integrity, transparency, and accountability. Empower our citizens, especially the marginalized and vulnerable. Strengthen our economy, infrastructure, and craft. Enhance cooperation and diplomacy. Support the well-being, health, and happiness of our people. I pledge allegiance to our constitution, laws, and traditions. I swear to honor the legacy of our ancestors. I commit to building a brighter future for our Kingdom. Together, let us embark on this noble journey. May our collective efforts create a prosperous, just, and harmonious society. Thank you."

Huling sinabi nila bago kami sabay-sabay tumango gamit ang kalahati naming katawan upang magbigay galang sa bagong Reyna ng mga Witches.

"Omygoshh..."rinig kong ani n'ya habang natatawa,sadyang hindi s'ya makapaniwala.

Nagkaroon ng masigabong palakpakan at walang humpay na pagbati matapos naming magbigay galang.

"Thank you,kuya. Thank you."

Napatawa ako dahil sa dinami-dami ng bumabati ay ako agad ang una n'yang pinasalamatan.

"You are welcome,Queen Faye Jane Pilo."I hugged her so tight.

"Kamahalan..."

It was Aro.

Napabitaw kami sa yakapan at hinarap s'ya,pagkaharap namin ay nakita namin na kasama pa n'ya ang kambal naming pinsan,kaibigan ni Faye,kapatid n'ya at ang kaibigan nito,pare-parehas nakangiti. Pinakatitigan n'ya si Faye na animo'y sinusuri ang kabuaan,walang ano-ano ay bigla s'yang ngumiti kay Faye at saka dahan-dahang tumungo gamit ang kalahating katawan habang nakataas ang dalawang kamay,ganun din ang mga kasama n'ya. Natutop naman ni Faye ang kan'yang bibig at hindi makapaniwala sa kanilang ginawa.

"Ikinagagalak ko na masaksihan ang iyong koronasyon,Kamahalan..."dahang-dahan n'yang bigkas. "And,I'm standing infront of you vowing that I will love you truly,protect you from any harm,care you no matter what happen,respect your decision,accompany you wherever you go..."tumayo na sila ng ayos at saka lumapit kay Faye. "My gracious Queen."

His last word bago halikan ang likod ng palad ng aking kapatid while staring at her in the eyes. Balak pa sana n'yang halikan si Faye ng tuktukan ko na ang noo nito.

"Dude?! What the f**k?"inis n'yang asik.

"Inimbitahan na kita to witness my sister's coronation,nayakap mo na s'ya,nahalikan na ang likod ng palad,ano't kasama pa ang labi. Tigilan mo'ko,Aro."banta ko ngunit nginisihan lamang n'ya ako at ninakawan ng mabilis na halik si Faye.

Kingina talaga nito.

Parehas kaming nagulat sa ginawa n'ya at hindi na napigilan pa. "You're so f*****g stubborn."huli kong anas bago umalis at makipag-usap sa mga bisita.

The coronation is one of the reason why I invited him. Because,I know Faye will feel very memorable because all of her love ones are here to witnessed her important occasion in her life.

I'm really mad to Aro. Because,his mother is one of the reason why our parents died,lagi namin s'yang nakakasama noon ngunit wala 'man s'yang ginawa upang tulungan kami,kaya sobrang galit ang nararamdaman ko. Ngunit ipinasantabi ko na lamang ang galit ko para sa kapatid ko,dahil gusto kong maging memorable ang gabing ito para sa kanya.

Mom,Dad...are you proud of me? My sister is the first woman I raised. The first woman I loved and still loving. The first woman who I witnessed to become a Queen. Her attitude,strength, personality,I know all of those are enough to fulfill her duty as our new Queen. May you bless her and guide her even though you are far away...

"Nakakakilabot ang koronasyon na nangyari kanina lamang,kamahalan."anas ng isang kilalang tao sa aming bayan.

Napangiti ako at napatingin kay Faye na nakikipag-tawanan sa mga bisita kasama si Aro na nakalingkis ang kamay sa bewang ng kapatid ko,napa-iling na lamang ako. Mapag-angkin,tipikal na ugali ng mga bampira.

"Nararamdaman kong mahihigitan n'ya ang inyong nagawa,kamahalan. Ang iyong kapatid mismo ang magdudulot ng kilabot sa lahat ng kaharian dahil sa taglay n'yang lakas at kapangyarihan. Mawawala 'man s'ya ngunit babalik na mas malakas at makapangyarihan."

Nangunot ang aking noo sa huli n'yang sinabi. What does he mean?