Chapter 5 Work

I woke up the next day feeling heavy. I checked my phone to see nothing but a message from my best friend that I didn't bother to read.

Cozy Graphic Designs Corp. is known for their cozy minimalist graphic designs. They are one of the best and top graphics corporation in the industry but then, I am not one of their best artist. I know I'm still an amateur. But then with my few experiences I can be proud for the progress that I have each time I explore my skills that gives me an advantage from the others.

"Good morning," I greeted to anyone in the building. They greeted me back but today is Monday that means everyone is busy.

I go straight to the 3rd floor where the office for my team are in.

"Good morning."

"Hi, Vy!"

"Morning."

They greeted me as I entered our office. I smiled a bit at them.

Rica then approached me with her serious face. Her table is next to mine but she still chooses to near me.

I didn't mind her and just let her look at me, Rica is the only person in our team that is very loud, clingy and funny. She's a bit opinionated too and likes to know things as much as posibble.

"What's with your face, Vy? You look problematic, do you need money? I can lend you some," she whispered at me seriously.

I shook my head and smiled at her before I continue to read my emails that I failed to do with my two days rest from work.

"What is it then?" she asked again.

"Maricar, stop bothering Vy. Don't make her want to take her leave again, and you as the reason!" Jonas, our team leader called her out.

"That Maricar thing is really annoying leader! I'm offended," she exclaimed that made us laugh.

We're eight in the team. We have our own designated table with our own laptops and things. We also have a huge table at the center of our office for our team meeting and discussion for importance files, designs and agendas.

I spend my first hours reading all the pending emails and after that I continue my unfinished works and designs to make progress.

It took me a lot of time in doing my pending works that I didn't notice the time for lunch. I just had a chance to eat when Rica handed me food that still looks annoyed for what Jonas told him.

"Thanks," I said and started to eat while working.

Good thing she's like that now, I just don't feel like being asked about my problems because it wouldn't make me focus on my work.

"Thanks." Tipid na sambit ko tsaka nag simulang kumain habang nag tatrabaho parin.

Even though our situation never left my mind, I can control not thinking so much about it as long as no one would ask about my feelings.

I continued working on the design for our company's loyal client.

Luckily, my skills are good enough as I stay here. Even though sometimes, there are things to fix and to change with my works it is a very good advantage that I got a chance to improve it as we train each other in the team. Since I took a part time here while studying, they put their attention and effort to train me so I could keep up with the team.

Our team is leaded by Jonas, Rica that is assigned with color, enhancement and contrast, Billy as senior designer of the team. Roxanne that is assigned with the final touches of the designs and details. While me, Finn, and Kley is assigned for the first sketches and organizing of designs. And lastly Glenn as the design tech in our group.

I was too occupied with my work when my phone rang. Xavier's calling.

I sighed as I felt my heart beat faster than usual. I felt Rica's sudden look at me so I choose to go out of the office and go to the restroom. I choose to use the floor's restroom instead of our office because for sure Rica would ask me questions.

"Hi babe," I tried to sound excited and happy but I think it just felt wrong. It made me feel heavier.

"Hi, are you busy now?" he asked very soft. There's something in his tone that made me weak not because of excitement but because of fear.

I know this will come, but I never expected it too fast. Not now that I just talked to his father about trying to fix things up.

Since Samantha came back, I know his feelings for her came back too. And like before I am the burden and the antagonist of their story. Xavier's father wants me for him and he doesn't have strength to refuse his request that's why he couldn't leave me. Since she came back, I don't know where to stand. I don't know where to place myself. If there's a right place for me or if there is really a place for me.

I didn't answer so he continued.

"I'll pick you up later, okay?" he said.

I sighed and look at myself in the mirror.

Please, please choose me.

"Hmm, okay."

"Okay bye."

"Bye. I love you," I whispered and hung up.

I stayed there for a while to calm myself. The way he talked to me, I know he's thinking of ending us. I am not dumb, I now he still loves her, so much. And I can see how much she loves him too.