Chapter 43

The Woods

Nasa kani-kanyang silid na kami. Gusto ko na sanang bumalik ng Manila pero nakiusap si Caleb na dumito pansamantala. Ayaw niyang mawalay muna kay Sheena.

Malawak, malinis at sariwa ang hangin. Nakatuon ako sa labas ng bintana. The birds were flying, preparing for the coming of dawn. Many tourists were wondering around enjoying their stay. Pero ako, wala na akong dahilan para manatili pa rito.

I let out a deep sigh. This was the same room. Where we became so passionate. I turned around and the plain, white bed sheet was neatly folded. It was the same bed where we practically made love. I closed my eyes. Pero kahit nakapikit na ako, mukha pa rin ni Xylon ang nakikita ko.

Kinuha ko ang kulay puting jacket na nakasabit sa garment rack. I have to go somewhere. I couldn't stand staying here and all I could hear was his sweet voice. Around me were all memories of him. At parang may kumukurot sa puso ko na hindi ko mapigil