Fan Fiction |
by Mimosa & Carmen
JESS: (interlocking Sammul's hand) Yes, we came here together… (Sammul looks at her while she gives him a soft press on the wrist)
Michelle is shocked, completely shocked. She looked at Jess, and then at Sammul, Jess is smiling… and Sammul smiles too… Raymond scrutinizes Michelle's reaction, and suddenly feels a tinge of joy out of nowhere…
The color creeps up Michelle face, and a lump at her throat makes her voice slightly hoarse when she finally speaks
MICHELLE: I see…
She forces back her emotion, takes a sharp breath and turns to Raymond
MICHELLE: Let’s go in
And hurriedly, she brushes Raymond aside to head to the door. Michelle dares not let anyone see her eyes reddening. How could Sam and Jess do such a thing? What has she done to deserve that? Michelle suddenly feels anger mounting inside her. She shuts her eyes and shoves the door open with one hard push.
Raymond and Bowie follow suit.
Moses stands there, uncertain of what to do… He fears to come in, and to witness something that would crush his heart. But he misses Flora so much.
Jess waits until the door is shut behind Bowie before jumping up excitedly:
JESS: See that Sam Gor? Did you see that?
SAMMUL: (removes Jess hand around his arm) Jess, I don’t know if this is a good idea… She might misunderstand all together…
JESS: Come on, you would have to take some action to spite her up, to let her realize who she loves most.
SAMMUL: (uncertain) What if.. what if..
JESS: She decides to go for that guy? (gestures her head toward the door) Why? Don’t you have any confidence?
SAMMUL: Well, I know I love her and we have great time together…
JESS: (excitedly) So it’s decided then! Let’s spite her off and see if she cares for you any bit.. (laughs as Sammul winks) But what should we do? Should we…hmm…go out for dinner somewhere near her school? Or should I stop by your office? Or… (eyes flickers mischievously) you could buy me something cool, Gor! (dreamily) I saw this awesome jacket the other day…
Sammul smiles, shakes his head and starts to walk away.
JESS: (rushing after) Hey, hey, aren’t we going in to see Dai Ka Jai?
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Moses watches with interest as Sammul and Jess trail down the long corridor. The little scene has got him thinking… Moses takes a deep breath. Jess is right, he must let Flora knows what he really feels about her. He nods, and opens the door to Flora’s ward
FLORA: (springs up excitedly) Moses, you come finally huh? (pouts) Where have you been? I thought you’ve forgotten me!
MOSES: (stumbles on words) So sorry, but I did, er I had… hmm…
RAY: (comes to the rescue) He’s already here when we came, Flora jie…
MOSES: Well, how’s your knee?
FLORA: (puts on a miserable look) I won’t be able to walk properly anymore, Moses. You will have to go and find another client soon.
Bowie grins; Ray bites his lips, trying hard not to laugh, while Michelle knits her browns. Hasn't Flora just told her the injuries are minor, and that she will be discharged from the hospital soon?
MOSES: (springs forward and snatches Flora’s hand) Don’t ever say that, Flora. You will be fine soon.
FLORA: (ruefully) Moses, you know better than the rest of us here. You know how harsh our business is... (sighs) Nobody would want a cripple actress, especially a famous manager like you.
MOSES (cries loudly) No, Flora, you will be fine. Trust me.
FLORA: (stubbornly) No I won’t. I’ll have to quit, you will have to go and find another actress to promote, Moses.
MOSES: No, I will never give you up!
FLORA: Huh?
MOSES: Whatever happen our ways, let me take care of you, Flora! For life!
FLORA: (Stunned) You… Moses… you…
Michelle gasps. Ray stands up straight and steals a wary glance at his brother. Bowie’s grin has disappeared and replaced by a grim look.
MOSES: (realizes others are gazing at him) I… I mean…
Moses doesn’t have a chance to finish his sentence, since at that moment the door bursts open once more, and Louis rushes in, carrying with him the most fancy bouquet of white tulips and lilies.
LOUIS: (waves at others, but eyes are fixed on Flora) Hey everyone… Flora, how are you? Sorry I..
Louis is about to put the bouquet down, when Moses springs up and catches his hand firmly.
LOUIS: (inquiringly) What are you doing?
MOSES: (angrily) It’s all your fault! Your fault, Coolman! If it were not because of your silly idea of altering the plot, then Flora would not be harmed! You… you…
LOUIS: (uneasy) Moses, haven't we all agreed on that?
FLORA: (realizes her joke has gone too far) Moses, stop it please, stop it… I’m okay.
MOSES: (glares at Louis in disgust) No you’re not okay, Flora. You’re hurt badly. You might even have to abandon your dream… (almost yelling) just because this man wants to pull a stunt and makes his series famous!
LOUIS: (panics) What’s the doctor say? Someone tell me please.
FLORA: (cries) Stop it!
Moses turns and looks at Flora incredulously. Louis jerks his hand free…
FLORA: (sniffs) I’m sorry (to Moses) I was only teasing you. I’m fine, I really am. (To Bowie) Please tell them Bowie.
Bowie nods acknowledgement, as Moses’ face turns the deepest red. Seeing that, Flora goes on hastily…
FLORA: Please don’t get mad at me, Moses… Please…
MOSES: (gulps) Well, if you’re really fine, then (turns to Louis) I’m sorry!
LOUIS: (grins broadly) I’m cool. As long as Flora is okay!
Moses turns and walks away. Flora slides down of her bed and hurries over to tug on his sleeve
FLORA: Please Moses! Are you that mad at me? I admit I carried the joke too far.
MOSES: (quietly) Get back to bed, silly girl! I’m just going to ask the nurse for another vase. See! (points at the tulips) I know you will not happy seeing them wither…
Flora puts a hand over her heaving chest. A faint smile comes back on her lips…
FLORA: For a moment I thought…
MOSES: (avoids her eyes as he speaks softly) Don’t be silly. How could I ever be mad at you? I’m very happy, Flora, that you are okay!
Flora stands looking after Moses…
RAYMOND: (breaks the silence) Well, Flora-jie, I guess we’ll get going now. I have to get back to my office soon. Let’s go Dai Gor. Michelle, are you going with us?
Michelle hesitates for a few second, but then makes up her mind and follows the Lam brothers out.
MICHELLE: Take care, Flora! (whispering) You’re so fortunate!
Flora detects something queer in her cousin’s voice. Something has happened to the cheerful girl. She’s been exceptionally quiet today. Flora wonders what it is…
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LOUIS: Flora… (tap slightly on her shoulder) Flora!
FLORA: (snaps out) Huh?
LOUIS: Come back to your bed please. (points at her bare feet) I don’t want to be responsible for Moses’ precious actress getting a cold.
FLORA: (blushes slightly) So sorry about the misunderstanding, Louis! I didn’t know Moses would believe everything I say.
LOUIS: (works his charm) Well, who would tell with your acting?
FLORA: (eyes Louis guardedly) Really? You do think my acting is good?
LOUIS: (smiles sweetly) Must I say it out loud? You should know why we promote you, Flora.
FLORA: (blushes again) Well, I’m flattered, Louis. I thought…
LOUIS: (looks her in the eyes) You thought I promote you out of personal preference?
FLORA: (stammers) Well, I…I did think that way, only for a moment… I’m sorry. I should know you’re professional.
LOUIS: Well, you don’t have to apologize Flora… I swear I promote you because you’re an amazing actress, but…
Louis stops midway, causing Flora to look up… He flashes his smiles, showing off the dimples. For once, Flora realizes Coolman is not only cool, but quite cute! She watches him as he fumbles in his pocket. Louis produces a little box in sparkle silver wrap.
LOUIS: For you!
FLORA: (surprises) What is it, Louis?
LOUIS: Hope you like it! (His phone rings…) Urg.. I have to get back to the set now. (nugs her gently) Get on the bed, Flora! I’ll see you again soon.
Flora hugs the little box and smiles as she watches Louis hurries to the door. He doesn’t leave before flashing another killing smile at her…
LOUIS: I hope I will have your answer when we meet again…
Flora draws her brows together. What answer?
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P.S. Did Louis ask any question at all? Hmmm.... Bowie wasn't very thrill to see Moses express his feeling...
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