"Promise me that you'll never forget about me."

***

A gust of fresh cold wind welcomed me as I enter the large gate of Criston University. The first thing that catches my eyes is the water that was ejected from the top of the marble fountain, designed with fish statues around it. The water flowing in and out and the ripples that are sprinkled are truly something worth staring at. When the drops of water fall, a ray of different colors were slightly visible on the top of it. I wish I could take off my glasses and see the colors of that rainbow, but all I could see are monochrome black and white.

I wanted to see colors again, without fearing it. However, I can't and I'm afraid especially if I will saw that color. All I could do is imagine and guess what color it is based on the contrast, brightness, and the normal colors of an object.

Aside from the fountain being the center, a huge field of soft grass seeded with different flowers surrounded the fountain. Students usually gather around it for pastime. The tall green trees and the evergreen shrubs created an aisle that leads towards the university's stairs.

I have to look up to see the school's entirety. It was welcoming, vibrant, fostering peace and enthusiasm among the students. There are a lot of spaces where the students can feel at ease.

The towering cream-colored pillars engraved with roman designs support's the main buildings structure. This school was indeed for elite students, however, they do not treat students like one. the words 'equality' and 'fairness' exists in here.

Before going to my room, dumaan muna ako ng locker area para kunin ang mga gamit na iniwan ko, I sometimes leave my filler binder here becase I don't want to carry that much, however I always make sure na nadadala ko ang mga gamit na kailangan ko sa pag-r-review. Our first subject is 21st Century Literature, Amber for sure have notes for our next lessons judging on how persistent she is. Well, I'm not bothered by her, though. She might look untrustworthy but given her pride, she's the type who sticks to her words.

When I closed my locker, I am relieved that Amber wasn't here. Napapansin ko kasi na parang lagi niya akong inaabangan dito sa locker room. It creeps me out to be honest.

I was on my way to my room when a familiar figure passed by me. From his well-built physique, perfectly clenched jaws, his endearing jet-black eyes and brown hair that is neatly styled. It was him. Savior.

Hindi ko alam kung anong pumasok sa isip ko para i-approach siya pero bigla na lang bumuka ang bibig ko at sinambit ang pangalan niya.

"Savior," I whispered. He stopped for a moment so I knew that he heard me.

I thought he'll look at me, at least once but he never did. Maybe he's way taller than me that he can't see me or he just now want to look at me at the first place. He walked passed by me, leaving me dumbfounded.

I guess I really went far last time, and I admit that I'm at fault this time.

I went back to my classroom and sat on my chair quietly. I bet his mad, sino ba kasing hindi? You saved a person's life but that person's wasn't even thankful and mocked you. I can understand why he is acting like that. I shouldn't be bothered by him, but why am I feeling guilty?

That Savior, he's messing up my mind.

In the middle of my professor's discussion, I noticed that Amber wasn't around. But as I checked the attendance earlier, hindi naman siya absent. Is she cutting classes?

Lahat kami ay napukol ang atensyon matapos may kumatok sa pinto. Seconds later, the door opened up and a familiar face showed up. I don't know his name but I always see him especially when there are school events.

"Good morning Miss, calling the president of section Andromeda po," bungad niya. As always, his face is all gloomy. His eyes look empty while at rest. He's wearing a thick rounded glasses and his straight hair was down giving him a neat full bangs. Lagi ko rin siyang nakikita na may dalang mga folder at papel, pabalik-balik sa mga faculty. That a student council secretary for you.

"Mr. Misaki, you can leave. Don't worry, I'll send the powerpoint of our discussion para na rin kay Ms. Legaspi." I just nodded as response. I quietly went out of the room and walked across the corridor with the secretary.

Both of us are quietly walking until we reached the auditorium. This is where we usually gather for meetings. For sure, mayroon na namang event for senior high school students and we are here to plan for it, katulad noong nakaraang taon.

Bago niya buksan ang pinto ay lumingon siya sa akin. "I'm Hugo, nice to meet you,"he said while maintaining his plain expression. I was stunned by his sudden action but I humbly accepted his hand.

"Kiiro Misaki." After hearing my response, he gently opened the glass door of the auditorium. Dahil sa tunog ng pinto ay nabaling doon ang atensyon ng mga tao sa loob.

My eyes widened when I saw him. He's the president of his class?

Our eyes met but it took him a second to look away when he realized who I am. He's still mad at me. To be honest, I am not the type of person who chase people and please them. Kung galit sila, then I don't care.

But Savior is different. It feels like he owes an apology from me.

Hugo pointed his hand on a nearby seat and said, "Please take your seat, beside the president of Aquila."

"Thanks," I replied and casually walked towards the seat beside Savior.

Nanatiling diretso ang tingin ko sa projector at hindi tinapunan ng tingin si Savior. If this is what he wants, then it's good. No attachments, no issues, a peaceful life for me.

"They're complete, Pres," Hugo suddenly talked then a man in front stood up.

I looked at gave him a narrow squint, judging him from my seat. This is the first time that I saw the SSG President. He always works behind the cameras so it's rare to see him here. Judging from how dark his hair's shade, I am certain that it wasn't black, maybe chestnut brown? Hos hair color is neatly tied in his back leaving a few to cover his forehead. His down turned eye might look friendly and vibrant at first but there's something behind it. Something mysterious, something that tells people not to mess with him.

But like they say, you shouldn't judge a book by its cover. He looks handsome to be honest, he might pass the audition as an actor with that looks. However, I'm not that dumb to be blinded by it. There's something off about him, I just can't figure it out.

"Good day everyone." I almost flinched when his deep baritone voice echoed all over the room. Authority and power is evident on his voice, so as his gestures and the way he stood up in front.

Beside him was someone familiar. Amber. So that's why she's not present earlier, I forgot the she's the vice president of the student council.

"I gathered all of you here, my dear responsible officers to take part to the launching of our founding anniversary next month. I am here to discuss the contests and events that us, SSG officers talked about last time. Therefor, we expect your cooperation and suggestion that will help us make this event successful," panimula niya. Nanatili kaming tahimik sa upuan namin. No wonder he won the election. He is good at persuading people. His words might not sound authoritative but his motive is to give us orders.

"But before we get started, allow me to introduce myself. I am Felix Castro, your SSG president and last year's overall rank 1 of HUMSS strand. It's nice meeting you all." I looked at him intently. My eyes widened for a second when he smirked then threw a glance on me. I know it's me, the direction of his eye, the consistency of his stare, it is all pointing towards me.

Pa-simple kong inilibot ang tingin ko, lahat sila may tahimik na nakikinig at nakatingin sa harap. I'm glad no one noticed that. Well, maybe aside from the guy seating beside me. Nakita ko kung paano siya bahagyang lumingon nang tumingin sa akin si Felix kanina.

That glance from Felix earlier is not a coincidence. Given by the way he smirk, he knew me for sure. Ibinaling ko ang tingin ko kay Amber at in-obserbahan siya.

Hindi kaya sinabi niya kay Felix ang kondisyon ko? Pero wala naman silang mapapala kung malalaman nila.

Nang magtagpo ang mata namin ni Amber ay agad niya akong inirapan. Judging from her personality, she sticks to her word. She's a woman of her principles. Matalino siya, and I know that she won't do anything stupid just to bring me down.

***

The meeting ended before I even realized it. They talked about some events and all I could so is to agree. Wala naman akong paki dahil wala naman akong balak sumali roon. I just came here to discuss the events to my classmates later, even though Amber should be doing it, alam ko na maramisiyng aasikasuhin as the VP.

"Thank for giving your time with us. You may now come back to your respective classes," Amber stated and smiled.

Bago ako tumayo ay nauna sa akin si Savior. He stood up and walked pass by me as if I was a thin air. Hinayaan ko na lang siya, I don't chase people.

I let everyone went out before I stood up. Glad that they took the initiative to fall in line before going out. Papalabas na sana ako ng auditorium nang biglang may nagsalita sa haraapan.

"Mr. Misaki." Judging from the epth of his voice and his mischievous tone, I bet it's Felix.

I looked at him and gave him a questioning look. Wala nang ibang member ng student council sa rom at tanging kami na lang ang natitira.

"Please come here." My eyebrows furrowed upon hearing his request. Is he ordering me?

He fixed the folders on the table and chuckled. "Don't give me that look," he spoke and smirked.

"I don't take orders from people like you," I stated and turned my back on him.

Nag-iba ang ekspresiyon ng mukha niya. Those smiled faded and his eyes turned serious. I don't want to admit but he's giving me goosebumps.

Pagkalapit niya sa akin ay bahagya siya yumuko para maging kapantay ako. I didn't notice that he's taller than me. I guess he has the same height with Savior.

Agad kong tinabig ang kamay nang bigla niyang hawakan ang buhok ko. "You're a brave one, huh?"

"What do you want? I still have classes to attend, I don't have time to deal with your shenanigan." I gave him a stern look. His actions are creeping the hell out of me.

His eyes narrowed then his lips curved. "You."

"Huh?" Ako? This guys must be insane.

"I want you, Kiiro. How about that?" His voice, eye pattern, the way he gulped and the movement of his eyebrows while saying that, he's serious.

"You're crazy," I uttered and walked away. Bago pa man ako makalabas ng room ay agad niyang hinawakan ang kamay ko. Sinubukan ko itong bawiin pero mas malakas siya kaysa sa akin.

"I'm serious Kiiro. I've been keeping my eye on you since last year. You really caught my attention," dagdag niya habang nakangiti.

"Let go of me." May halong pagbabanta na sa tono ng boses ko. I don't like the way he acts right now. Sabi na nga ba at may mali sa taong 'to. I knew it the first time I saw him.

"What if I don't?" Now he's provoking me. Does he think I would fall for that?

Bago ako makasagot ay biglang bumukas ang pinto ng meeting room.

"If you don't, you'll lose your position or at worst get expelled because of your actions, Mr. Castro." Napalingon ako nang makarinig ng pamilyar na boses galingg sa likod ko. He's looking at the both of us. This is the first time that I saw him like this. Para bang papatay ng tao ang mga mata niya ngayon. Ibang-iba noong una kaming nagkita no'ng niligtas niya ako.

"Savior?"