I typed a message to Eros during the competition “Eros, can we talk?” but he never replied. That day, he saw me hugging Chion, then left and didn’t come back. I think he went home right away. Weeks have passed, and I still don’t see Eros on campus. When he passes by, it’s like I don’t even exist to him.
I try to chase after him, but Eros doesn’t want it. Kita naman kung paano niya ako iwasan. I want to explain to him. Chion is my step brother. Because that day, I saw pain in his eyes, jealousy even. But what can I do? Ayaw nga magpakita ng tao sa akin. Marinig pa kaya ang explanation ko? I murmured in my mind, feeling helpless.
Then suddenly, David appeared with a bouquet of chocolates.
“Happy Valentine’s Day, Lumi,” he said, smiling.
It was Valentine’s Day, and couples filled the scho
