The song ‘Set Fire To The Rain’ in rock version, is blasting through every corner of the club. Breaking ears. But no one seems to mind. They are busy with their own business. Crowded dance floor. Horny teenagers doing God knows what on the very dark corner.
“Let’s get wasted!”
Bryan joined the dance floor after two shots of vodka. I thought I was the one who needs to unwind, but he is the most excited one.
“Go ahead, I’ll stay here in a bit!” I shouted as the music gets louder.
“Boo hoo! Party pooper!”
And that colleague of mine disappeared in the crowds. I’m physically and mentally drained because of work and Ayle. I don’t think I have any energy to jump on the dance floor.
“A tequila please!”
“My shift is over. I’ll ask my friend to assist you, Sir. Just give me a moment.”
The bartender earlier gave me a polite smile before disappearing to the door behind the counter. I nodded shortly and turned my attention back to the dance floor. I could see some of them are underage teenagers. How much is their salary to afford coming to this place? I’m an adult and have a steady job, yet still think twice before coming here. Its price is no joke.
“Here’s your drink.”
Call me dramatic, but everything was in slow motion as I turned around.
There, I saw her.
The blonde in clean white shirt and black trouser slid a glass of white coloured drink through the black marble counter. Her smile slowly turns into a smirk as we made eye contact.
“I didn’t know I get myself a stalker?”
I cleared my throat, “I’m sorry but I wasn’t following you. I just came here to unwind and we happened to meet.”
This blonde leans on the counter with her right palm propped below her chin. Still, with a smirk plastered on her blood red lips, she let out a low chuckle. “Yeah, talking about fate here.”
I’ve never thought I need Bryan and his big mouth to save me from this awkward situation. This girl keeps her gaze on me without saying anything. I want to ask how she is doing, but we aren’t that close to ask such questions. And being the awkward person I am, decided to keep my focus on this damn tequila.
“You should start a conversation, you know? Don’t let your hard work wasted.” She said in a playful manner.
My eyebrows creased. She doesn’t really think I stalk her, does she? “I told you, I wasn’t following you, Ms.”
Instead of replying, this girl suddenly pulled my collar. Her sudden movement shocked me that I stumbled on my seat. Our face is dangerously close. I could even smell her fresh minty breath. And her perfume. She smells like… lavender?
This is inappropriate but I can’t keep my eyes off of her plump lips. It looks soft. And plump. And mint. And soft. And, tasty…? Okay, this is the tequila talking. Let’s stop here before I kiss this stranger.
Her thumb brushes over my lower lips softly. And now, her index finger is slowly lifting up my chin. I’m captivated by those brown orbs. She can ask for anything and I’ll gladly do it in a heartbeat. And again, my eyes go down to her lips.
A kiss won’t hurt, right?
I tilted my head and move closer. And I swear, she does the same thing! When our lips were just an inch apart, she whispered…
“Stop trying to get into my pants and fuck off.”
“You are such a whore!”Mom keeps on kicking Ayle on the corner of this room. I was tied dead to the chair and couldn’t move. I tried wiggling my whole being, so at least I could fall from the chair and crawl to Ayle. But no matter how hard I struggle, I feel like the rope is getting tighter around my hand and feet. I could only watch mom practically kill my sister.Ayle curled up with both hands covering her face. She cries so hard that triggers mom more. “I told you he isn’t a good man, yet you still ran away with him! You dumb bitch!”SLAP!Another hard blow landed on Ayle’s cheek. My sister is howling in pain. Mom looks like she is possessed. She didn’t even care with the blood running from the corner of Ayle’s lips. She keeps on slapping and calls her names.“Mom stop! You a
BEEEEEP!!!BANG!SHIT. Did I just hit someone?I pulled out the handbrake and jump out of the car. There’s an old man on the asphalt, wincing in pain while holding his leg. I ran towards him and squatted down to check if there’s blood. Luckily, there’s none.“Oh my, I’m sorry, Sir! Are you okay?”I was about to help him stand up, only for me to feel a cold metal on my neck. A knife is being pressed lightly against my skin, making me freeze. I gulped and try not to make any moves. Move an inch and my throat could be sliced.“Give me all your money.” The old man stated calmly. I see no cars nor people around. It’ll be useless to fight back.“I-I have some cash inside the car.”“Don’t try to fool me.”“No! I didn’t! You could check it yourself!”“You know what will
“You fucking whore!”SLAP!“Mom!”I sprinted to where Ayle is. She was hugging her knees on the floor. Her body is shaking as I wrapped her into a hug.“Stop protecting your sister! She needs a really good slap to wake her up!”“Mom, stop! It won’t get you anywhere by hitting her!”Mom was breathing heavily. She threw the baseball bat she was holding to the floor. Ayle flinched because of the loud thug as the baseball hit the ceramic. Did mom just hit her with that?“Be honest with me. How many has she brought home while I’m away?”“What are you talking about? Ayle didn’t bring anyone home.”“You know I can check everything through the CCTV, right? I’ll ask you one more time, Alex. How many boys has she brought home?”“No one, mom.” I answered straightforwardl
It’s half past six and we are still at the newly opened bookstore across my office. Ayle wants to spend time as much time as she could by staying far from the house. I’m not against her idea, but it’s kind of tiring after a long day at work. It would be great if I could go straight to bed after work. Or maybe, I could pay Rosie a visit. Should I ask for her number if we meet again?“Are you in a relationship or what?”I flinched as Ayle slammed her books to the table. I glared at her because some of the visitors are staring at us.“Why the fuck are you so loud?!” I asked in a whisper-yelled tone.“Stop acting like this is a library.” Ayle rolled her eyes and proceed to sit down. “You’ve been daydreaming for the past…” She glanced at her watch, “ten minutes?”I folded my arms and stare at her unbelievably. “Since when did you become a paparazzi?”
“We’ll have another social experiment?”“Sales department said public has a great feedback about it. Most of them are asking for another experiment.”I haven’t got over the first social task we had. Let’s just hope there’s no certain participant that attracts my attention. Or better, there’s no certain blonde suddenly appears in our booth.“The topic is either the most painful thing you’ve been told or you’ve told. The management is taking votes for that.”“It’s… kinda interesting?”“I know, right. I definitely choose the painful thing you’ve told someone.”I take another bite of my burger. I almost let out a moan since it’s my very first meal for the day. “Why?”“I have listened to many stories where people being victims. I want to see the sides of villains. Ho
“Shit! I’m sorry!”I quickly kneel down and pick the scattered papers all over the floor. I’m in a rush and didn’t watch my step, causing me to bump onto the new intern girl. The meeting with Maggy took longer than usual. Of course, she has lots of complaints. All the way down from works to the tidiness of our office.It’s a little over seven, means I’ll be meeting Rosie in a bit. It’s embarrassing because with just the thought of seeing her tonight, makes me giddy all day. Bryan even notice my unusual behavior and keeps on bugging me today, but I just brushed him off. I’ll tell him when I think I stand a chance with Rosie.“Here,” I handed some of the papers I picked, “I’m sorry, I didn’t watch where I was going.”“It’s okay, I didn’t watch my step too. Thank you.” She bowed politely and avoid eye contact with me. She keeps her eyes on the fl
“Are you sure you don’t want to eat at home?”“I swear if you ask me one more time!”I quickly zipped my mouth and follow this blonde who is walking in front of me. I’m carrying a box full of chicken and two drinks, while Rosie has snacks on both hands. We are currently walking to the rooftop of an abandoned building. Since we parked at the 8th floor a.k.a the last floor for parking lot, it takes forever to reach its rooftop. We area on the last stairs and I can feel my legs go jelly.This building used to be a bar years ago. But its business went bankrupt and the owners probably hiding somewhere, leaving this place unoccupied. But it doesn’t mean this place is unused and haunted. Most of the time, the rooftop is occupied by youngsters to chill and stuff. Its night view is breathtaking, thus worth the effort to reach the rooftop.Rosie pushed the metal door opened. Its creaking sound makes several heads
“AYLE!”As soon as they heard my shout, both pairs pulled away.The plan was I came home to a quiet and peaceful house, since it’s almost one in the morning. But no. I have to witness Ayle and a random guy make out in our front yard.I could see Ayle urging the guy to get inside his car as I fasten my pace towards them. The guy is fumbling around his pants, maybe looking for the car keys. As I walk closer, there’s a strong reek of alcohol coming from both of them.As soon as I grabbed his collar, I waste no time to punch this bastard in the face. Now the intoxicated guy fell headfirst to the ground.This guy grimace in pain. I could see bloods flowing through his mouth. Although it stings, my knuckle doesn’t seem to be stopping soon. I land another punch, and punches, on this bastard.“Alex! Stop!”I felt a harsh tug on my back, thus making me left another kick on him before getting pulled awa