Chapter 36

Under the soft glow of the moonlight, Lev and I strolled side by side through the tranquil park. The whispering leaves and distant chirping of crickets filled the air. We made sure to have space in between us. I mean, we are not lovers to begin with. Ewan ko lang kung ano yung naisip niya para lumabas hating-gabi. We just have to make sure that we won't get caught by authorities dahil sa curfew.

Pumikit ako nang madiin bago binalik yung mata sa daan. I'm a little tipsy but I still know what's going on. I'm conscious and that is enough for me to make sure I'm safe.

The park, normally bustling with daytime activity, now belonged to us alone. As we wandered along the dimly lit paths, we found a secluded bench and settled in. I needed to sit. Kanina pa kami lakad nang lakad at kahit isa ay walang nagsasalita. Bumuntobg-hininga ako at nilingon siya. Nakatingin lang siya sa malayo na para bang malalim yung iniisip.

"What are you thinking?" I asked.

Napakurap siya at umiling. Lumingon siya s