At Leonore's house
Leonore lives with her mom in Y city. She's a English Professor at the Literary & Performing Arts University at Y city.
Leonore(Professor)
Mom thank you for the dinner. It was delicious as always.
Avalyn(Leonore's mom)
You're welcome :) my dear daughter.
Avalyn(Leonore's mom)
How was it today at the University?
Leonore(Professor)
Tiresome, but lovely day.
Leonore(Professor)
I actually finished my Article I've been writing for three months.
Leonore(Professor)
I've submitted it and I have high hopes for it.
Avalyn(Leonore's mom)
Wow that's awesome...My daughter always shines.
Avalyn(Leonore's mom)
I'm so proud of you...despite me not being able to provide better for you.
Leonore(Professor)
Don't say that mom, You've done so much for me. Now it's my turn you take rest and I'll do everything for you.
Avalyn(Leonore's mom)
(smiles..)My dear you've grown up.
Leonore goes for a shower.
Her phone lights up as she receives a text. It is from her best friend Celestine.
Celestine(Leonore's Bff)
Nora..How'd it go?
Celestine(Leonore's Bff)
The Article?
Celestine(Leonore's Bff)
Submitted yet?
Celestine(Leonore's Bff)
I'm dying to read it. Tell me...why are you ignoring me?
Celestine(Leonore's Bff)
Hey...
Celestine calls 📞 Leonore thrice...and it is unanswered.
Celestine(Leonore's Bff)
Fine...call me as soon as you're available.
Leonore comes back fifteen minutes later.
She sees the next messages and gasps...
Leonore(Professor)
😯...She must be dying to know.
Celestine(Leonore's Bff)
(Picks up) Nora..
Leonore(Professor)
Tina..I was in the shower.
Celestine(Leonore's Bff)
Yeah, I figured.
Celestine(Leonore's Bff)
How was the Article?
'Polaris of my life'.
Leonore(Professor)
It was awesome...even I was impressed with myself until,...
Celestine(Leonore's Bff)
Until?
Leonore(Professor)
I saw there were a lot of candidates who signed up for it.
Celestine(Leonore's Bff)
Wow...but I'm sure you'll get it.
And you love competitions, I bet you're excited about it.
Leonore(Professor)
You know me so well, Tina.
Leonore(Professor)
But, this time it means a lot more than the competition. It's about my mom, her life and how much grateful I am for her.
Celestine(Leonore's Bff)
Yeah...I know..after all it's her biography. I'm glad you're able to write about her. I could never be able to put my thoughts in words as you did.
Leonore(Professor)
Thanks, Tina.
Celestine(Leonore's Bff)
So, any interesting information I should know? How's Allen & you?
Leonore(Professor)
Allen? He's good, I mean he teaches well.
Celestine(Leonore's Bff)
You know what I'm saying.. Nora...
Leonore(Professor)
I'm not into him...nor is he.
Celestine(Leonore's Bff)
Yeah, yeah says everyone before they announce to the world they're tying the knot.
Leonore(Professor)
No way...there's no possibility of that sort between us.
Celestine(Leonore's Bff)
Ha, ha very funny.
But you should really reconsider him, he's good a good pay, the looks, he's into books like you, outstanding, outgoing..which compliments your Introverted nature, he's competitive & also a family man. He flirts with you, compliments your lip shade and acts a lot different to you. I can see that. What does he lack? Really.
Oh yeah! he's even gentle & considerate always on the look out for you...
Leonore(Professor)
Aren't you reading too much into this. I'm sure he's just being nice to a colleague & friend. And moreover he flirts & compliments everyone, I guess..& I'm already used to it.
Celestine(Leonore's Bff)
But he's so fine...If I were you.I would have taken hold of him by now. Grab him tight & claim him before someone else does that.
Leonore(Professor)
There's nothing to be claimed...plus he's not a possession.
Leonore(Professor)
I'm telling you, you're hallucinating. He has nothing towards me.
Celestine(Leonore's Bff)
Ok, let's agree to disagree.
Leonore(Professor)
How's it going with your work?
Celestine(Leonore's Bff)
Ugh!! Fine..Can't you ask about something else? And don't forget to send me a copy of your article. I want to be the first to read about it.
Leonore(Professor)
Oh! OK. I've sent it.
How's it going with Phil?
Celestine(Leonore's Bff)
I got it. You know how long Ive been waiting to read this. Though I'm not a fan of academic stuffs. I'm sure It'll always intrigued me as your works always does.
Leonore(Professor)
Thanks..You know me. I don't like showing my unfinished work to others unless I'm satisfied.
Celestine(Leonore's Bff)
Yeah, you always did that and kept me waiting for months on end.
Celestine(Leonore's Bff)
Phil..We weren't on the same page :).
Leonore(Professor)
:) What about George from the firm?
Celestine(Leonore's Bff)
Nah! He's fine. Not for me.
Leonore(Professor)
Oh! Girl you're choosy.
Celestine(Leonore's Bff)
You know me ;).
Celestine(Leonore's Bff)
It's going downhill.
Leonore(Professor)
Oh, tell me about it.
Celestine(Leonore's Bff)
Well, he's a mamma boy..sort of.
Leonore(Professor)
Ah I see.
Leonore(Professor)
No wonder, she kept him busy during your dates.
Celestine(Leonore's Bff)
Can't be called a date, It was just a meet up.
Leonore(Professor)
Any new interests?
Celestine(Leonore's Bff)
There's someone.
Leonore(Professor)
Do I know him/her?
Celestine(Leonore's Bff)
Nora...It's always a 'he', from now on.
Leonore(Professor)
:) I know(2×)...my bad.
Leonore(Professor)
Who's he?
Celestine(Leonore's Bff)
A business rival.
That's all I can tell you for now.
Leonore(Professor)
Okay waiting for the stories.
Night falls, both falls asleep.
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