TWENTY-ONE
Datu noticed when Kalila’s anxiety continued to build, and his response to it was whipping out the fortune teller.
“Put your laptop away. Let’s do something fun.”
Unfortunately, TAGAYTAY ROAD TRIP came up first, and they had no choice but to immediately forfeit the round because of time constraints. Instead, Datu promised to take her there after the Bahay Munti fundraiser, which was three days away.
The stark contrast between their reactions when SKIN CARE came up later amused Kalila so much she evil-laughed her way to the bathroom. “Come with me, Mr. Alvez. Let’s make you even prettier.”
He groaned.
He was such a good sport, though, listening and asking questions while she taught him how to make a face mask out of bentonite clay, water, and some tea tree oil. Snorts and g
