We stayed in this one villa along the Long Beach area. It’s one of the places near the beach. I was entranced by seeing the beach for the very first time. A beach that I only see on television is now here in front of me.
”You should rest first. We’ll meet my colleagues later.” he said, still salty. I pursed my lips to stop my little smirk. He reached for the knob of the room.”Where are you going?””In my room, beside yours.”I was a little startled. We were both quiet waiting for something to say, but no words came out from the both of us.”I’ll go now.”I nodded lightly. As soon as he left, I spaced out thinking about things. Right, I thought we’ll sleep in the same room. It’s not that I assumed but it’s because it’s what I’m used to. You don’t expect those people to get a separate room for thHe’s an orphan? That’s like having a glimpse of his life. That information can’t be found in any articles on the internet or in any tabloids and such.”You alright?” Elijah asked me.I just nodded as an answer. I don’t know why I’m suddenly awkward around him. We’re not in the group cottage, where the foods are served for early dinner. I didn’t talk much after that lying incident of mine cause I realized that I will just bury my own foot by doing that. All I should focus on is we’re here because Molly and Hugh are getting married.”Do you want this?” Elijah offered a dish.I didn’t look into his eyes. I just nodded again. I can feel his gaze on me. Maybe he’s curious by my sudden quietness.”Do you want more of this?” he asked again after min
I shut my mouth. But not because I got intimidated by him. Of course, I have my plans. I don’t want to push through his patience when I’m wanting to get his trust. Now, I’m trailing him from behind. Walking at the sand in front of the waves that’s crashing to the shore. I trail his steps silently. I’m like a kid trying to match my steps with his. I grinned because I find it funny how my foot is so small compared to his. ”Aww,” I bumped my head into a hard thing. When I lift my head it’s him that I saw. He raised his brows with a quirky smile. I did the same. ”What now?” I pouted. He rolled his eyes handsomely and smirked. He grabbed me by the wrist in seconds and then I was already beside him. He slid his fingers into mine in one swift move, clasping our hands together. My heart thumped in chaos. I wasn’t able to say anything but to just
I wish I could say that Mia’s reaction mattered. Because all the more, Mia’s reaction was not the first one I looked forward to after that kiss. All of his friends were cheering and teasing us. Meanwhile, our eyes were just stuck together. I can feel his warm breath as our faces were just inches away from each other. His eyes looked tired and soft as it fixed into my lips. My throat felt dry looking at him.What did I just do? That selfishness brought me into a crazy decision and now I feel worse. ”Aren’t we supposed to be the one being publicly affectionate? Guy, we are the once that are getting married, not the both of you!” I heard Molly’s teasing. That woke me up. I immediately shifted on my seat, allowing some space to happen. I can’t look at him after that foolish move of mine. I think I’m out of my mind! My eyes fixated on the woman who’s the reason for that foolishness. She looks c
The wedding will be in the next two days. That just means that we still have enough time to burden each other. As if I have a choice. I just tried to look at the bright side of this trip slash vacation. At least, I get to experience this once in a lifetime.The next morning I’m surprised that we did not have breakfast with his friends and colleagues. Instead, we rode a yacht and sailed through the sea and had an explicit breakfast. I can’t help but to gawk at the islands that we are passing by. As we go further, the sea becomes clearer and clearer.The sunshine is like a fertilizer for my dying physique. Gladly, I wore clothes that are perfect for this one so I’m getting enough nutrients that I need. Wearing a tied backless top paired with a white loose pants, I stood at the side deck watching the clear water. Is this why they say that the sea is a vitamin for the soul? Because it feels like it.&rdqu
I was alone, seated on the deck with the food on the table. I’m still in my wet clothes while the towel is wrapped on my body. I’m silent and a bit shaking because of the cold. This type of coldness is something that’s not because of the weather. It’s like inside my stomach, it makes me numb.”What more do you need ma’am?” the woman a while ago asked.I looked at the food on the table and pursed my lips. “W-where’s Elijah?” I asked.”Oh, he’s taking a dip on the other side of the deck ma’am.” she smiled.I nodded and smiled lightly. “I’ll just wait for him.” The woman then left. I had the time to space out and contemplate things. Instead of being afraid about what just happened to me. I was more afraid of Elijah's reaction a while ago. He’s hella mad. That’s why I feel like it’s
Later that afternoon, we came back to our villa. It was never the same again. I can’t look at him the same way again. For that short period of time that we are at the sea. It’s like a huge twitch of fate happened.I look at my phone while lazily lying down on the bed. I ran through Lulu’s messages. All of it is just about current updates regarding her ‘mission’ of finding my father.Lulu:I’m quite not sure about this. But according to my own investigation, your father was last seen at a port going to the east.My brows furrowed. Port?Lulu:And that’s just not it. It seems like he’s hopping from one place to another as if he’s running from something.Well he’s probably having the time of his life right? He had a lot of money to spend so it’s probably normal to act that way. But I’m a bit bothered, because one possibility is him getting caught by the authorities.But if that’s the case then why am I still out here? I ca
The day before the wedding, people grew in volume. Everyone becomes busy and some are just having fun. Like today, some of the guests who just arrived are enjoying the beach while the other ones are busy with gown fitting and such. Like us.”You look gorgeous ma’am, who’s your dermatologist?” the sheman designer said. It made me flustered. I look at myself standing at the full length mirror while wearing a nude infinity dress. Maybe this is their wedding’s theme. The sheman slightly touched the ends of my hair. ”I’ll style you tomorrow.” he smirked. He seems to be so fond of me, which made me so shy. ”That man’s hot. Your boyfriend?”He side eyed the man who’s casually waiting at the couch. I looked in his direction as well and saw him scowling in our direction. I immediately avoided his gaze, cleared my throat and shook my head. &rd
I silently sat at the table designated for us at the reception. Elijah seems a bit busy greeting the people that visits our table. It warmed my heart a bit seeing the bride and groom having fun in their reception, while I just enjoyed my solitude. At the middle of the speech of their friends, I felt Elijah’s hands on my palm above the table. My eyes quickly turned to him, a bit startled. I put my hand under the table then he held it again. ”Hmm?” Biting my lip I asked, because I thought he had something to say.His eyes were a bit sleepy as he looked at me. He shook his head lightly then smiled a little. I was about to retrieve my hand when he clasped our fingers to each other. I just bowed my head a bit then focused on the event for him to not notice that I got a bit affected. Some people still approach our table but I noticed that he’s quickly ending the conversation specially that I’m beside him.