The Jerk is a Ghost

37

I can't help but to roll my eyes as they continued discussing my life. I decided to get out of that place as soon as possible since I was already irritated by their voices.

As I walked out of that room, I scratched my head in frustration. Allie is absent today since she seems to have contracted Troy's illness on Saturday. Hopefully, he'll be able to come in right away since Fire and I are missing out. Sunflower, because that was the first flower I received from him. So our guests and sponsors wore yellow to the wedding.

All my wishes for marriage were complied with. Fire gave me everything I wanted. He did not question. As long as I can be happy, he seems to be happy too. "Don't frown, Sabrina. Your sister is married." Mommy's disobedience to my brother was frustrating.

Sabrina stomped, "Hey! It's ugly! Why yellow?"

I laughed at his complaint. Ever since she found out that the color of the gown is yellow, she has been complaining. She hates yellow so much in comes to dress. He doesn’t wear that color.

"That's beautiful. It's your thing. You're beautiful." I said.

He scolded me, "You're just saying that because you're not the one to wear. Because your gown is white. Eh me? Look, I look like SpongeBob. And most likely and most likely, we'll look like Minions later when the guests and sponsors come together at the church."

Mommy slapped him lightly on the arm, "Stop it. Your brother is married so no matter what you do, there's nothing you can do."

Sabrina was just blown away by what Mommy said. But soon, it turned on me. He sighed, the frown on his face gone, then he approached me.

"You know, Ate. Even though this is the color of my gown and even though we always don't get along, I still wish you happiness with Kuya Fire."

I smiled at what my brother said. Even if we don't get along, we still care for each other.

"So in case Kuya Fire cheats on you .."

He stopped speaking when I told him, "Fire won't do that."

She just rolled her eyes, "Ate, just in case, 'e. If ever. So that's it. If ever that Kuya Fire cheated on you with another woman, just tell me, because I myself will cut off Kuya Fire's happiness . "

The frown disappeared from my face and I couldn't help but laugh at the last thing Sabrina said. I motioned for him to come to me, which he did immediately, so when he came to me, I immediately hugged him.

"Thank you. Even though it's very impossible for Fire to fool me because he's dead so that's me." I said.

"Sister, no matter how much the man kills you, when he finds more of you, he will also forget what he promised you." she said. Even though I can’t see him because he’s hugging me, I can feel his eyes rolling.

"Why are you bitter?" I couldn't help but asked.

"I'm not bitter. I just know the guy isn't satisfied."

"Based on experience?"

"Ate!" he frowned at me so I couldn't help but laugh.

Later, I hugged him again. Mommy hugged us later. My wife and I hugged for a few minutes, then Sabrina left us first. "You know. That's why I'm really here because Daddy sent me because Kuya Fire called him. Kuya Fire can't be bothered because he's so paranoid that you might not take him to the wedding."

I just laughed at what Sabrina said. I laugh even more when I imagine Fire being restless in church.

I remember yesterday he was still restless especially since we hadn't seen each other all day. How, it is in the tradition and belief that the two brides cannot meet the day before the wedding. So he did nothing but text and call me when I called.

Soon, I was on my way to church in a limousine.

As I got closer and closer to the church, I gradually began to feel nervous. I was nervous with so much excitement.

Oh my God, Lalaine! This is it! It will be Mrs. You're from Villarreal.

I was even more nervous when my limousine stopped in front of the church. The wedding organizer approached the limousine I was riding in, then he opened the door for me and helped me down.

From where I was standing, I saw sponsors lined up in front of the church. They are starting to go inside.

I want to laugh. That's right Sabrina. They look like Minions because they are wearing pure yellow. But just kidding. The cute they can look.

I even saw Louise, Mildred and Yolan wave, so I waved back as well. Yes, they're here, too. They are bridesmaids. I smiled and waved them back.

Eventually, with the help of the wedding organizer holding the hem of my gown to the back, I slowly walked away. Sponsors have also begun to step into the church.

Exactly when I could get close to the front of the church was the closing of the church door completely so that all the sponsors could enter inside. It's time for my entrance.

I was very nervous as I waited for the church door to open. To my great surprise, I tightened my grip on the bouquet I was holding especially when the church door slowly opened, at the same time playing Fire's chosen and agreed music for our wedding. ‘Can’t Help Falling In Love’. We both chose that song for our wedding. That song was memorable with us, especially since that was the song that was played at the prom when I answered him.

When the church door finally opened, I took a deep breath and slowly looked up. All eyes within the church, are on me. All the important and important people in our lives, are inside. Our relatives, family, and friends, will witness the oneness of our hearts. They were all, smiling and their faces full of amazement looking at me. But my attention was not on them, but on the man in front of the altar.

Even from a distance, I could clearly see the emotion on his face. I saw him wipe what was in the eye.

Oh my God! He's crying again.

I smiled then I slowly stepped forward, approaching about the space in a commercial complex in Gate 2 that was given to Michelle and Bernie. I did not ask why Mom preferred us to be the tenants. What matters to me was that the trust they give us. They knew exactly how eager I was to have a business of my own.

They planned for us. According to them, meats are best merchandise to sell by us since I have a grandfather (Lolo Angel) who has a piggery. He can be the supplier.

Now, I become more secured to our future. I just hope the complex opens as early as January, 2007. I would be merrier if it will start that month. The earlier, the better.

I was so excited! I couldn't wait for it. Mama would be glad to know it.

However, Raine told me the trouble. Where do we allocate our starting capital?

Sleepless, I have had ..

December 8, 2006

One AM, I was still wide-awake. I didn't know why. Maybe I was experiencing ‘housing’. It's been a long time since I last stayed here overnight. But I think the sole reason of being sleepless was excitement. I was so excited to that plan. Though, it was not yet final, I knew it's possible.

Thus, I spent the time in thinking other matters such as: going to Taiwan's in-law's house to get the dresses, they borrowed; sending e-mail to Rodea: and going home before lunch because Chriz and Flor might not have a lunch there.

I think it was 3 AM when I have fallen asleep. Unfortunately at 4, musical and instrumental band that passed though disturbed (again) my sleep. Everybody got up except me. But then again, Reno arrived at 6:30 AM all the way from Bulan. Haay! I haven't had a complete help but let out a big smile.