December 9, 2039 - Time check: its 6:00 a.m.

get ready for your flight to Paris,

naah, my iPhone 9c reminded me already; I dont feel like going there because It was
just a day after I arrived in New York from Massachusetts to settle some important
matters. As a matter of fact, I am scheduled to have a Christmas vacation in my homeland,
Philippines after I attain the thing I am dreaming of - to be an International Criminal Court
Judge.

Before I boarded on the plane, a beautiful young lady approached and asks
me, Excuse me Ms, is the number of your ticket 008? I became poignant for a while
when I looked at her face and seductive smile, which resembles someone familiar.
Yes, why did you ask? I answered. Well, we have consecutive ticket numbers as I
can see so were seatmates. When I was to put my phone in off mode, she noticed my
name on my phones screen. Atty. Caryl Franchete C. Alambatin? Is that you? she
suddenly asked me. Ah yes, I answered. She hugged me so tight while I was on that
curios-mood. This is me, Noraida Sharilyn Ruelan. And yes, she was just my classmate
who used to be shy and now became an International Model. Weve talked that much
until we came to the point to remember something about one of the Merriest Christmas
we'd ever spent. That was 15years ago when we celebrated it with our 4-year high
school classmates for the very first time, and never had I thought it would be the last.
Our lives are now far from each other, no communication after the facebook was
cracked, but I am still praying that someday and one day, we will have each other
again.
We arrived Paris at 6 in the evening. And because it was our first day stay there,
we decided to spend our night together and just checked in on a hotel. The hotel was
busy during our stay. All who are in the hotel are invited to join the exhibit of the famous
Louvre Museum. There we met Jason Idol who is now one of the most famous artists all
over the world. Coincidentally, the owner of the hotel was personally checking on the
exhibit about how it was going already, and when she passed by near the place where
we are standing, we were amazed to see Carol Gean Dael. We then found out that
she is now the richest entrepreneur in France. We gazed ourselves to the lovely aura of
the romance capital of the world with romantic settings of lights and panoramas. And
she patented to let the four us freely stay on her hotel. The day after the night, we
came into busy schedules so we were not able to talk to each other, so we all decided
to finish all the things that must be done before December 12, 2039 because Noraida is
inviting us to watch her fashion show on the night of that date.

The night has come. We watched a fashion show of world famous models and
designers. We spotted there Monique Meguillo who is actually a famous architect then
tried something new and became the best fashion designer of the year and Erika Jessel
Villela whos now one of the world most famous designers with her ever gorgeous best
friend - model, at the same time, the Time Magazines current cover girl, Jessica Sarah
Braun. And of course, Mary Pauline Cascon who is the most awaited model of
everyone, she herself is a model and a fashion designer, with her is her long time
boyfriend and now her fianc, Engineer Patrick Andro Dedel who is damn busy for his
hydroelectric power plants in the Philippines. We then went to Carols hotel to have a
slumber party for a job well done of all. We talked together, throwbacks on the go with
different gadgets on our hands. Sleepy heads, tired from that fashion show and then all
of us went to sleep after we decided to be home and have our Christmas reunion after
I mentioned that I will be going home to Philippines for my Christmas vacation the day
after tomorrow.

Another day has come; it would be our last stay there before we will board to
Philippines. Without any uncertainty, we decided to enjoy our last day stay at Paris. Eiffel
Tower in Paris, the place that many have dreamt to spend their time with someone they
love. Finally, I stepped here and of course with my loved ones, the Mocking Jin people.
Our attentions were caught by the melody of the songs sung by the Broadway singers,
Jett Brendan Alvarez, Nikki Lionel Ocer and Irish Pearl Oblimar. Yaay! Glad to now they
pursued their dreams and not only are they known in Paris, but globally they are one of
the most famous groups of singers. A huge group of crowd surprised us; Captain Elmer
Alalong with her gorgeous girlfriend, and now his wife Shannaile Jan Tomarong who is
now known of her best clothing lines in Paris, the newlywed just arrived in the place from
their wedding. Hungry tummies are demanding for foods so we went to a restaurant.
Foods were all fine and got our taste be contented, seemed that the chief of the
restaurant so familiar. Chef Vanessa Rose Zambas, on her way to put smile on our faces.
Shes not only the chef, but also the owner of the restaurant. HAHAHA ! The thing we
used to call LIBRE is now back on its place. The day ended well, so the three singers
also decided to be home tomorrow to Philippines. As usual, we slept in Carols Hotel.

Oh, its already five. We must hurry or well be late for our flights to Philippines. I
suddenly exclaimed as I stared at my Rolex to check the time. Finally, we will now be
home to the place where everything details of our stories started. But before we finally
reached Philippines, we have to reach 2 stop journeys; New York, Los Angeles. Finally,
we boarded to New York. We have to wait for a 12 hours for our next trip. And because
I stayed in New York for more than 3 years because we had our family business there, I
decided to take them in the hotel that we own, the Four Seasons Hotel New York City,
to have a rest. We had a walk together in the Central Park and there we met the
medical doctors of ours Dr. Jazzy Anne Gabule, Dr. Leendli Carmel Yaez and Dr. Jan
Gabriel Guiret who are cardiothoracic surgeons, the Neurosurgeons, Dr. Jaekuh and Dr.
Mekuh Pagapong, and last but not the least, Dr. Bon Theofile Gumaling the paediatric
surgeon who came from a busy worldwide doctor conference. Same to us, they are
planning to spend their Christmas vacation to Philippines. I received a phone call
saying that two lawyers wanted to see me as soon as possible. Why are they in a hurry?
I left my successful classmates in the hotel then went to that important meeting. To my
surprise, I saw Atty. Daniel Levi and Atty. Lorie Mae Padilla. I asked them why are they in
a hurry, they told me that they heard I will be home to Philippines so they decided to
come with me. Same to us, they are planning to spend their Christmas vacation to
Philippines.

The next day we preceded to Los Angeles, at the height of our flight towards the
said city, the owner of the Airlines we are boarding, Shamine Padayhag. Yes, she does
still have that baby height and looks of hers and one of the most terrible among us. With
her were Daisy Josol and Ivy Gayle Lozada, who just came from the city to propose and
shoot in the movie they are directing. They are to meet the two famous Hollywood
Actors. And because our next flight will still be tomorrow, we then decided to go with
them and watch over the scenes of the movie they will be making, but first we agreed
to not make loud shouts, laughs and everything that we used to have before. The
Hollywood Actors showed up; Antonio Tan and Nick Bryan Decinan, multi-awarded
actors who I can say with prideful chants as two of my classmates. Wow! Amazing,
imagine, the movie that is directed by my classmates is acted and headed by my
classmates too. What a small world, isnt it? We have to find a place to stay for the
night; with us were the Airlines owner, the directors and the actors who didnt hesitate
to go home with us. Traffic! With the help of the gadgets we have, we knew why the
city is having a heavy traffic. Its because of the most valuable and the best soccer
player in the world, Ralph Christian Lamberte appeared on the screens of our gadgets.
Then we met him there and invited him to go with us. He explained that he is actually in
his way to Philippines; it is just that someone noticed him and caused the heavy traffic.
Yeah, he is still the Biboy that we used to know, the king of jokes. Hes finally safe with
us.

Finally, the journey of a thousand miles round the world is about to end. Ive
nearly seen all but one, my motherland. I noticed an honorary military formation at the
rampart of the unloading bay of NAIA. Then we just noticed that we had same flight
the famous scientists, who were applauded for their scientific achievements in the field
of Physics, they were proud that two Filipinos were the only one who solved the
question of the millennium and that Jess Eddie Madera and Arvin Valmoria were the
first Filipinos to be awarded the Nobel Prize in Physics.

Who would ever think that all of us desired to go home here in Philippines at the
same time and met each other at the same place? The last trip to Cagayan de Oro
City, finally. Reunion for Christmas is already settled. Just like before, we had those
childish attitudes that lead us to reminisce the days we used to spend together, the 15
years ago classmates I have been dreaming to see are now with me celebrating out
Christmas Reunion with our very own adviser, Dr. Jinny Luminhay Ph.D.. Way back 2012,
when she challenged us that we must be successful someday and give her Php 2000.00
as our individual reward for excellence in guiding such hard headed aliens for 4 years...
Now that this very promising day already came, we still hope to reach even the things
we havent dreamed about yet. Wherever we may go, whatevervwe may achieve,
and who ever we will be, we will forever keep that identity of having one family blood
type.it may not be genetically, but in heart.














Alalong
First impressions lastwell not for Elmer. You would think hes an innocent kid at first glance but once
you get to know him, youll get to know his not-so-innocent side. Elmer could be naughty at times but
he could be a gentleman and a sweet person too. Among the boys of the class, Elmer is the vainest; you
could always spot his selfies in almost all picture albums. But despite all, one thing is for sure, he is a
GOD fearing person.

Alvarez
Jett is the person who could create his own world when hes alone with his guitar. He is the guitar
expert of the class; when he plays it, it seems like his fingers dance to transform the simple chords into a
beautiful song. When hed start strumming his guitar, everyone would sing along with the melody
coming from his instrument. Aside from that, Jett is also known as the boy calma of the class because
thats what he is.

Decinan
Nick is known because of his annoyingness. He couldnt last a day without making fun of someone.
Whenever hed crack a joke, you couldnt decide whether to laugh or get pissed off. Most of the times,
people got pissed. He is also famous to the teachers because of his bad behavior in classhes brave
enough to talk back to the teacher. But despite this side of him, you could count on Nick as a friend or
should I say adviser. Hes good at that. One thing for sure; youll never ever know whats going on his
head.

Dedel
This chinese-looking guy who has actually only about 1/8 blood of Chinese is a man of confidence. No
one in class could ever beat his self-esteem. He could get away with anything through his words of
wisdom. Patrick isnt only smart but also wise yet this guy would rather want to get zero than
answering an activity when hes not in the mood of making itthats how lazy he is. But behind these
entire traits, there is one soft spot in Patrick. He doesnt show it much but he is sweet and a caring
person to his friends. He is the type of boy who would cheer you up in your bad day.

Guiret
Tall, dark and --- HANDSOME? Ahh yeah, thats according to some girls. The class would always refer
Jaybo as the inot guy because every single coin of his pocket counts. Its amazing how this guy could
be the seryosong edukasyon guy and at the same time the one of the tropa guys. Among the boys of
the class, Jaybo is the most neat and clean (hed probably get the ribbon if theres an award of that).
Open his locker and youll see that its cleaner than some of the girls. Open his bag and youll see the
organized things from a single pencil to books.

Gumaling
Playing soccer is his passion and that makes him the best soccer player of the class. This guys most
suitable definition would be: Small but Terrible. You could never guess what this guy is up to because
hes too secretive, at least to girls. Of all the boys in IV-JIN, Bon is the most outgoing person. Behind
Bons toughness is a soft and sweet heart. Hes one of the most caring boys in the class and one of the
sweetest. Unlike other boys, hes not afraid to show it. When feels like you need a hug, hed be there
and it could brighten up your day.


Idol
Jason is often called by his surname. This guy is a certified anime--specifically naruto--addict. Since first
year, he had this compilation of his drawings in a clear book and they are really good ones. Jason is very
hard headed; he'd always go on with what he wants even though he's being told not to do it. His laugh
and kanchaws are the noisiest ever. The class would always scold him because of that. This guy loves
to annoy you to the bones but as ironic as it sounds, he gets easily pissed when somebody annoys him.
Hes the king of LAZINESS.





Lamberte
Ralph is the Dancing King of the class (or even of the school). He could take you down through his
ultimate dance moves. Biboy never fails to lighten the class with his humor. Most of the times, his jokes
would crack everyone up--he even gets her girl through his sense of humor. His remarks or kanchaws on
a classmate will be remembered through the following months or years. Although he jokes almost all
the time, he also has the serious side and when he shows that, he really goes deep. When you need an
advice you can turn to Ralph.


Levi
Since first year no one in the class calls him Daniel. Levi is one of the 'center of kanchaws' in the class
and he doesn't mind-- at least to most of it. He goes with the flow. This guy has the most cupcake heart
(pusong mamon) among the boys of the class. He's really sincere in everything he does, especially to
girls. Levi is very faithful and persistent to the person he loves although he tends to get shy to show it
sometimes.


Madera
Seddie is the most serious person in the class when it comes to studies. No matter how much the class
would tell him to loosen up, he still wouldn't. He's the most persistent and diligent among the whole Jin.
He is the very description of a RSHS student. No wonder why he always gets to the top of the class.

Ocer
Like Levi, Ocer is always called by his surname. Maybe because Nikki is a name for girls. He is often
mistaken as a gay but he's not. He's the only boy in the family aside from his father, that's why. Ocer has
a really loud and noisy voice when he speaks but it's the opposite when he sings--he has the cool and
relaxing voice. Ocer is the type of person who doesn't hold grudge; he forgives and forgets.


Pagapong J
Jaekuh is a studious student. He's quiet and doesn't hang out most of the times but during the last year
of being in the class, he started to fit in. He is responsible when it comes to the school responsibilities.
Jaekuh also plays instruments and used to play for the flag ceremony. He is a God fearing person and he
always stand for what he believes in. Jeakuh is described as 'man of few words'.

Pagapong M
Mekuh, unlike his twin, is very a mysterious and secretive person. He doesn't talk much to everyone but
he talks to his twin a lot. Mekuh isn't as studious as Jaekuh yet still manages to reach the top of the
class. Just like Jaekuh, he plays instruments but he's more into violins and it seems like he absorbs all the
feelings of the melody whenever he plays it. Mekuh is described as 'silent but deadly'.


Tan
Antonio could be mature and immature at the same time. Of all the boys in the class, Antonio is the best
when it comes to handling difficult situations because he thinks maturely. Hes quite when hes hurt,
but never fails to solve his problems. Hes someone who could give you his shoulders to lean on. When
he laughs, all joins to crack like cute doll toys. He has 'THE FACE'. That face that cheers up a frown- The
face of a victor.


Valmoria
Arvin is the cuddly and fluffy person in the class; he could be your teddy bear if you want to. Arvin is the
most philosophic of the class and he often gets a lot of arguments from any classmates. He'd always
stand for what he believes in and would never let you win that's why for some; it's a victory to win on an
argument with him. His curiosity could make him successful person someday. Arvin is one of the people
you can turn to whenever you need help. He'd be there, even he has nothing to help, and hed cheer
you up instead.


Alambatin
Most can say that she pursues excellence, yet knows when to put on the limits. Most often people see
her tough side, but the real thing is - she's soft in heart, generous, understanding and caring. She got
that perseverance that others dont have and never afraid of facing new things that might hurt her.
Shes best in making name of good impressions. Blocks won't stop her from attaining her goals in life,
believing that if she wants it and God approves, opportunities will surely come her way.


Braun
Half-swiss, half-filipina that's why she gets easily noticed by people. She's the most hinhin girl in the
class--she even eats too slow and speaks slowly--yet the furious one when she gets angry. Trust me; you
wouldn't want to get on that side of her. Jessica is sweet and a thoughtful person; she's best in giving
gifts. Jessica has powerful words that could help you realize what's right or wrong so if you feel like you
want someone to talk to about anything, Jessica would be the right person to turn to.

Cascon
Pauline is the shy type but when she starts to speak, you'd be surprise that she's capable of saying such
things. This pretty girl isn't really into cameras (camera shy) yet she dreams to be a model someday.
Ironic, isn't it? Among the girls in the class, Pauline is the most lady-like girl and she has a high
perspective of herself which is something what a girl should be.

Dael
Carol has an over obsession into books that she'd spend her one month savings just for it. A book addict,
indeed. This girl unexpectedly bloomed and stood out in the remaining two years of high school. The old
unnoticeable Carol became the friend of almost everyone. At first, you'd think she's the most unfriendly
person youve ever met but when you get to know her, you'd be amaze how good she is as a friend. She
could tell there's something wrong even you don't say a thing and that's what makes her even better
friend. Carol is a very straightforward person--once she doesn't like it, she'd tell you she doesn't like it.
At least she's not 'fake'. One more thing, she has a thing for foreigners.

Gabule
Snow white of the class, that's what she is except that she has no seven dwarfs. This girl has a consistent
beautifl face through the years of high school. Jazzy is a camera magnet. From first year until the last
year, you could always spot her in almost all pictures of the class. If Elmer is the vainest among boys,
Jazzy would be the girl version. Look for the meaning of her name and that's what she really is.

Lozada
Baby; that's what she is in the class. She's the maria clara of the class because of her conservativeness
but once she talks about hollywood, you'd think about it twice. Ivy is the kind of person who is 'vintage'
or 'classical' and at the same time, she could be a modern person. She's a super fan of Loki and she
dreams of marrying him someday. This girl has the wildest imagination and she has very big dreams that
someday, somehow, she'll be able to reach no matter how impossible it seems.

Meguillo
Monique is like the operating machine of the class. Without her, the class couldn't function. She's the
leader of the class and it seems like she's born to be a leader with a responsible,mature and wise mind.
Monique is the person with big dreams and aims high--even higher than her height. Also, Monz is one of
the sweetest person ever; annoying you would be her best way to show her sweetness and instead of
getting pissed, you'd be surprised to find your lips tugging up into a smile to her.
Oblimar
Among all the girls she is the most timid, BUT not really. She can be outspoken when giving off her own
ideas. Irish is very responsible, very diligent; not complacent. She has already set her priorities straight,
no doubt that someday, somehow, she'll grab the star that defines success. One more thing, she's
unique in a way that she loves KPOP even though majority rides on different trips .


Padayhag
Small but terrible-- this literally suits this cute little girl of the class. She may be small compared to
anyone but her knowledge and wise thoughts could take you down. She isn't afraid to talk back to the
teacher when she knows she's right yet she still knows to stand only within the lines. Shamine is the
total opposite of Arvin that's why they argue a lot. It's weird how she gets easily attracted to older
celebrities in hollywood. Robert Downy,Jeremy Renner, Benidict Cumberbatch are only few to name all
her so-called husbands.

Padilla
Emo. One word but it could already define Lorie. She doesn't talk too much to people she's not close
with but you'd be surprised how much she talks when she's around her friends. Lorie may be quiet but
she's not shy. She is very active in participating into the activity she's most interested in, just like
cosplaying. Because she joins in such events, she became more confident of herself than ever. Lorie is
also a chess master; she had joined and won many competitions. This girl is the proof of the quote: 'a
bomb is just silent before it explodes but when it does, it's deadly.'

Ruelan
She's the most "note taker" among the class. She never gets tired of writing and as well as helping
others in certain things she can. Shes excellent in drawing and her outputs are one of a kind. She can
also do 'the moves' though she rarely shows it up. Nor/dada is willing to sacrifice her convenience to fill
up others inconvenience, specially her friends. Whenever you need stuffs of any kind, she can always be
counted to.

Tomarong
Shannaile has the Abnegation character-- selflessness. Snul could sacrifice anything, even her comfort
zone, just to please her friends; and she's not doing that for the sake of everybody liking her but because
it's what she wants in heart. She's not really good in expressing her feelings to her friends but when she
does, it's exeptional-- you'd never expect she'd do it. Shannaile is a happy go lucky person. She'll let time
have its way and she's lucky that it's on her way.

Villela
Erika is an outgoing girl. She loves to hang out with friends. She is fun to be with and she's known for her
contagious laughter; her laugh is funnier than the joke to the point that the whole class would burst into
laughter when she starts laughing. Erika could be moody at times so you better not annoy her. This
pretty girl is good in dancing and stuffs, she just don't admit it. Just a little push of encouragement and
she'll shine all the way.

Yanez
Carmel is a sanguine but sometimes she could be melancholic. You could rely on her when it comes to
plan making. She's the kind of person who sees things in a different perspective-- in a good way.
Although she demands a lot and she tends to get loud at times, she's still fun to be with. She's scared of
trying things out of her comfort zone but when she tries, she outshines; just like what she always say in
the class. Her unique sense of character seals her part in the family.

Zambas
Vanessa is the parlor-center of the girls. When you need a nice hairdo, go to Vanessa; when you need
expert for make overs, nail polish and nail arts, turn to Vanessa. Lastly, if you ever want food, go to
Vanessa. Van is the expert and like a total package when it comes to those things. Aside from that,
Vanessa is like a diary. You could tell every single details to her and she's not going to spill the beans but
unlike the diary, Vanessa responds. She'd tell you what she thinks you should do and she'd help you to
get through it. Vanessa is also a sweet and thoughtful person. Her efforts to make you happy are
exceptional and overwhelming.