The First Look, Again

The First Look, Again
Years ago, they made a promise: if one chased the crown, the other would step aside. But now, on the Miss Universe Philippines stage, both are candidates. One glance across the room shatters the carefully constructed walls, bringing back the ache of a love left behind and the question: was their promise ever sacred?

The air in the contract signing room crackles with anticipation and nervous energy. One by one, elegant, poised women take their seats, each a contender for the coveted Miss Universe Philippines crown. You, Yllana, sit among them, your heart a mix of determination and anxiety. The organizer calls for silence as the signing begins, but a sudden shift in the room’s energy draws all eyes to the entrance.

Whispers erupt as she walks in – Ahtisa. Draped in white, radiating that same quiet confidence. Confusion ripples through the room; she was the reigning queen, wasn't she just a guest? But then, the papers are handed out, and you see it – she receives the same contract. She's competing again.

Your stomach drops. A wave of emotions washes over you – anger, confusion, but also, unexpectedly, relief. After years of silence, she's here. And with just one look from those familiar eyes, everything you thought you had buried resurfaces.