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Chapter IX: Miserable
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One Temptation Chapter X: Mr. Perfect
"If you can endure not talking to me, I'm cool with that. But I apologize in advance if I will bug you any chance I get." He left me speechless as he steps out of the elevator. Those were his words last night before I had my dose of melatonin. How can he be so confident in saying shits like that when he's in a relationship. His way of handling relationships is a pain in the butt. Doesn't that guy know the word loyalty or faithfulness? " We will look around the city. Gusto mo bang pumunta sa shopping center nila?" tanong ni Dave nang makalabas kami ng hotel. The weather here in Bahrain just like in the Philippines. Humid. "Let's just look around. Bukas na tayo pumunta sa shoppping center nila. I want to see the beauty of this country even in the suburbs," I answered as I fix my sunglasses. We decided to visit the National Museum. It's in Manama. It's convenient because the National Theater is also within the area. "The game starts at 6:00pm. Mag didinner na ba muna tayo or after na
One Temptation Chapter XI: Mr. Cheesy
There was never an odd moment during the dinner. There's always someone cracking up jokes. Well, that's on the team's table while in ours, it's like a prayer meeting. I thought he wanted to talk about something yet all I can hear are the clink of the utensils as we eat. I thought he wants to talk so why he is silent as a mute. Hindi na lang ako kumibo at itinutok ang atensyon sa pagkain. We're all having a rib-eye steak. As much I want to get a salad I didn't ask for one. These people will think that I'm that conscious with my weight that I won't eat what they're eating. "Did you look around the city? How was it?" he asked. Finally! Akala ko mapapanis lang ang laway ko dito. I lifted my head to make eye contact with him. "Yeah, We look around the city. We went to the museum and I can say that their museum is unique. We also took some pictures at the museum's lake. It was fascinating." He was speechless. Looks like he never expected my answer. I gave him a puzzled look before I spoke
One Temptation Chapter XII: Her Form of Rebellion
Dave brought me to the gym where the national team is practicing. It was awkward because I was the only woman there. I also saw Coach Donny giving me a side-eye. This isn't doing me any better. Malayo ito sa inaasahan ko. "Just sit by the bleachers next to Coach Sandy," Dave said leaving me on the side of the court. Tinignan ko ang bleachers na itinuro nya. Medyo elevated iyon kaya kitang-kita ang buong court. Lumakad ako papalpit sa pwesto ni Coach Sandy. Habang paakyat ako ng hagdan ay nahagip ng mata ko si Dwight na nakatagilid ang ulo habang nag pupunas ng pawis. May stiff neck ba ang lalakeng iyon? "Watch your step." Coach Sandy extended his hand to guide me. I smiled at him and accepted his hand. When we were both settled on the platform, he then walks towards the railing and lean on it as he watches the players. "I heard that your Dad will be running for a senatorial
One Temptation Chapter XIII: Differences
After our trip to Bvlgari, we went to Cartier. As soon as we walked inside the store Dwight was attended by one of their people. The employee was a woman in her mid-20s. Their uniform hugs her in the right places. Requirement ba pag sales agent ka ng luxury brand ang pagiging sexy at enticing? Does a pretty sales agent equal high sales ba?"Good afternoon, Sir. How may I help you?" tanong ng attendant sa tonong nag papatas ng kilay ko. Is this their strategy? Mag sasalita na sana ako pero naunahan ako ni Dwight."Ah yes. My girlfriend and I are looking for some jewelry. Any recommendations?" Bumagsak ang mukha nung babae. She glanced at me and barred her teeth. I heard her take a deep breath before speaking again."This way." She walked in front of us with hips dramatically swaying. Pakiramdam ko tuloy mangangalas sya. I looked at Dwight who's waiting for me.&nbs
One Temptation Chapter XIV: Marked
After the victory, the team went straight to dinner. Dave and I were invited but I have to politely decline the invitation since I don't know if Dwight's mad at me or what. "I hope you don't mind if we take Dave to dinner with us," Coach Donny said when we were already in the hotel's lobby. They offered to escort me to the lobby for their sanity. "I don't mind po. I'll just be on our hotel suite." Nag-antayan pa kami sandali kung sino ang unang aalis. Tinanguan ako ni Coach Sandy. Nag lakad na ako papunta elevator at sumakay doon. Sumandal ako habang papaakyat ang elevator. I hope Dave doesn't spill the tea about our departure tomorrow morning. Hindi ko alam kung masyado lang akong ilsyunada pero ayokong maapektuhan nang pag-alis namin ang laro nila for tomorrow night. Tumunog ang elevator indikasyon na nasa tamang palapag na ako. Paglabas ko ng elevator ay bumungad sakin ang dalawang room attendant ng hotel. I
One Temptation Chapter XV: Cornered
I thought I will be sleeping throughout the flight but I was wrong. Gising na gising ako habang nasa himpapawid kami. Hindi ko kayang matulog. Maybe it's because I'm nervous and anticipating something? Or my mind is still on Bahrain worrying about Dwight? "Do you need anything, Ma'am?" the attendant asked. When I looked at her, she immediately handed me the wine selection menu. Makakatulong ba ang alak sa lagay ko ngayon? I ordered without even looking at the menu. "Do you have some Goldschlager?" tanong ko sa attendant. Her eyes widen a bit. Napangiti ako. "According to your reaction, there is none," I said before finally looking at the wine menu. Why would I expect Goldschlager to be served on a flight? Some countries don't even know that it actually exists. "We actually have it. I'm just surprised because for the last 3,000 hours of flying you're the first one to ask for such liquor," the attendant said before turning her back to me to get the liquor. She's been flying for 3,00
One Temptation Chapter XVI: Intense Encounter
Before we get to the venue, an argument arises. Dad called two of his drivers to drive for us to the venue but I told him that we will take the Ford Ranger since I will be returning it. "You should have told me earlier. I need to make some calls to get another driver," he said furiously. Hindi na ako umimik pa dahil ayoko nang palalain ang sitwasyon. "Don't worry. Dad is stressed out since he will face the media. His OCD is just taking over him," Kuya from my side said. My mind is in chaos and my stomach is grumbling. I don't know if it's the nervousness of facing the media or anxiety. Ang tanging nasa isip ko lang ay dapat perpekto ako. I have to be perfect from the way I walk to the way I talk. Another factor of my nervousness is the fact that I'll be meeting Samantha again. I don't know what it is but whenever she's around I feel like I need to be on guard. The guy that Dad called arrived just in time. He will be the one driving Dwight's car. Inalalayan ako ni Kuya sa pagsakay n
One Temptation Chapter XVII: Warning
"Looks like you're hiding something from your Dad, huh?" Lyle stated from my side. We are now on our way back to the hall. Hindi na ako tinigilan ni Lyle mula sa paglabas ko ng restroom. I didn't expect him to be this talkative. Akala ko isa s'ya dun sa mga usual na anak ng senador na tahimik lang at anti-social but I guess he's not. "Hello? Are you mute?" He was all over my face before we reached the opening of the hall. Seriously? "I'm not," I answered. He placed both of his hands on both of his pockets and smiled at me. Okay lang ba itong lalakeng ito? Anak ba talaga 'to ng senador? Mukhang may sayad 'to. "I like you," he blurted out. Nanlaki ang mata ko. He's so straightforward. "That's what they want me to say. Hindi mo pa ba ramdam?" he sarcastically asked. I get his point. The way they introduced us to each other is so weird. Ano future first lady na ba ako? "I'm not dumb. They want us to see each other. I mean it's okay with me. I could use a companion," I told him while w
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