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Prosthetics

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'FINAL touch and done!'

I said to myself after editing the picture of me kissing the plastic container---I mean the coffee.

I clicked the post button immediately and smiled before drinking my drink. The coldness of my coffee made me taste bitter and sweet at the same time. Reason why I just shook my head.

After not even a few seconds, I felt happier by the sound my phone made.

Gosh! My followers waited for my post today. Like, look, oh! At this moment, I've received so many comments and likes.

Just one post of mine and voila! I will suddenly become a trend without me expecting it.

I was having my coffee here at Starbucks, trying to get rid of the paparazzi on this day. I'm wearing cosmetic make-up just to change my appearance.

I had my wig today and a big mole on my cheek that can be easily removed.

"Good thing I'm not being mobbed now." I thought as I took a bite of my cupcake. "Hmm... So delicious..." I commented immediately.

I was about to wipe my lips when I noticed a tray of desserts on my table.

"Sorry, miss, pero p'wedeng dito muna ako? Pinapalayas kasi ako sa kabilang table," I turned to what he pointed out and noticed the groups at each table.

Those are obviously bullies. Like, duh! I know I'm mean, but I hate bullies!

When I looked up, I saw a moreno guy. And if I describe him, his face is covered with pimples, he has dark lips, and even his hair is quite greasy but I don't care.

I smiled at him and offered the chair beside me.

"You are here, please. Let's stand next to each other because it's awkward for me to be in front of you," I insisted.

The man smiled softly and sat next to me.

"Hi, I'm Kyline, how about you?" I introduced myself to him.

He took the issue and wrapped it around his hand, which raised my eyebrows.

"Sorry, baka kasi madumihan ka but I'm Won---"

"Remove that tissue. Hold my hand. No problem," I said and he did what I said.

He quickly removed the table napkin and shook my hand.

"Y-you're k-kind and beautiful," he commented.

"No, don't call me beautiful. Like look, oh! I have a big mole on my cheek. Isn't it disgusting?" I acted like I was oppressed.

The moment I saw him, I felt something special. I don't know why. I want to pull a prank right now, even without a camera. Prank na kung saan ay makikilala kaya niya ako kahit ganito ang hitsura ko?

And also, I want to know if anyone will accept my appearance.

Messy wig and this huge mole on my cheeks. As far as I can tell, I looked decently ugly in it.

"You know, you're more than beautiful. Hindi naman hadlang ang malaking nunal na 'yan sa ganda mong taglay. Mas maganda pa rin maituturing ang mga taong may mabubuting puso. It should be people like you who are respected and be respected." I stared at him for a second.

I didn't expect that answer from him.

"Really? But everyone should be respected, right?

"No! Respect begets respect! Hindi lahat ng tao ay deserve ng gano'n lalo na kung hindi rin nila 'yon mismo maibigay sa sarili at sa mga taong nakapaligid sa kanila."

Okay, so that's how he treats people.

Now let me have my way.

I have noticed the women's non-stop laughter and shouting at the next table. It's irritating because you can see them right in front of us.

I'm not deaf because I heard them talking about us. Sorry for being a brat but I can't stand those bullies.

Agad kong nilapag sa lamesa ang hawak kong kape at maarteng nagtungo sa kanilang direksyon.

I grabbed the wine glass with water from their table and threw it at the girl who laughed loudest laugh earlier.

As she threw me a deadly glare and was about to attack me, I quickly had my hands on her face, saving myself from her harm.

"How dare you? Who are you? You filthy creature!" she screamed and tried to reach me but her friends kept pulling her away from me.

I smirked, "Sorry, miss, I don't tolerate rude habits. You despise us and you think that makes you beautiful?"

"Yes! I'm beautiful from head to toe---"

"You're right, pero hindi sing ganda mo ang budhi na meron ko. Kasi ang gaspang ng ugali mo!" I rolled my eyes at her before returning to Won.

"Come on, Won. Let's date outside. You look like a green flag to me," I said, pulling him out.

He walked with me to the parking lot.

The moment I opened my trunk, I gently removed my wig and mole prosthetics since it was a hassle.

I brushed my hair then tied it into a bun.

"W-wait... are you Ky? That famous social media influencer?" he asked me out of disbelief. His mouth hung open and his eyes widened.

"Yeah, I'm Ky. Sorry for lying a while ago. I also need to do this so I can roam freely anywhere. And it looks like I want to do something today. Are you free now?" I asked.

"Yeah, I'm f-free! I'm free!" he exclaimed.

"Good... then let's go!" I said before getting into the car.

We both sit in front so I can talk to him comfortably.

During the trip, I didn't expect to make him feel better. While driving, I laugh at his jokes. Because of him, I forgot that I had a huge crush on that celebrity named Larkin Quessare.

It looks like I'd rather date Won. He's such a pure soul and very comfortable to be with. Unlike my celebrity crush who I've seen several times but I'm just like air to him.

We stopped at the top of the cliff. Orange and blue clouds sweep across the sky at five in the afternoon. We can also see someone opening the lights at the bottom of the city.

This only means that our day is about to end. And I must say, I enjoyed this day with him.

Hope I can do this again.

"Won, thank you, a! Didn't expect this day will be great because of you---"

When I was about to hug and give my appreciation, Won slowly reached for his nape and tried to pull something.

It's really weird of him.

Nanlaki ang mga mata ko sa aking nasaksihan. Natanggal ang kanyang balat dahilan para layuan ko siya at halos mandiri ako sa aking nasaksihan.

However, when his skin was removed, it was revealed that he was Larkin Quessare.

"Larkin?" I asked confusedly.

"Yes, Ms. Ky. This is Larkin and I'm wearing a prosthetic the whole time. And I think I've found the girl I want..."

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