Chapter 3

"Best, why are you taking so long? I thought you were just going to fix yourself?" Shakira greeted me with a question as I came out of the bathroom. "Wait - have you fixed with that looks?"

I blinked. The way she speaks, it was as if she's not aware of what just happened inside the comfort room. I swallowed and forced myself to calm down so that she would not notice the panic I was feeling.

My breath was heavy ... When I came out of the cubicle earlier, I only realized what had happened. We almost do it! I don't know why I seemed so determined earlier but now, I just want to slap myself because of embarrassment. Shit. I can't expect to get to this point. To have a one night stand with someone I barely know.

My parents would loath me if ever they found it out.

Though, I won't deny the fact that that guy has a charm. He made me feel comfortable by the way he talk. I was wrong to think he was intimidating.

"Y-You didn't see anything?" I asked Shakira. Her forehead furrowed and his shoulders shrugged. I took a deep breath. "Y-You sure? You're not kidding me, right?"

I want to tell her what happened but I'm too shy to even say a word. This is her plan, yes. But, I want to keep this secret when it comes to a private doings. She might laugh at me if I told her detail by detail. She won't forget it, for sure.

My friend shook her head. "Nothing! What happened? Huh? Fix your uniform!" She straightened out my tangled uniform. It is now far from what I looked like earlier when I entered the comfort room. Instead of looking better, I think it got worse when I went out.

My cheeks flushed as I stepped back. "O-Okay! I-It's okay! Besides... Uh..." I don't know the reason.

"What? Why is that messy? You looked like you just slept inside the comfort room. Come on!"

She suddenly grabbed me and pulled me inside again. I just looked at her instead of talking.

She took the bag I was holding, pulled out my powder, my comb and my liptint. Then she turned to me.

"You look pale, hurry up. The time I waited outside, it looks like you just hung out here," she complained, shaking her head.

I just sparingly smiled and took the things she was holding. I repeated what I had done earlier and then hoisted my uniform to get rid of the clutter. After I got ready, we went out again to go to the classroom.

We don't have to part ways because we are block mates and both taking a Culinary Arts course. Honestly, we are planning to be a business partner in the future. We both love cookings. That's why we are very close.

When Shakira and I sat in the back, she took the cellphone out of her pocket. The class hadn't started yet because our professor wasn't there yet, although all my classmates were already inside and waiting. All of our teacher here are strict, they won't surely like it if ever they caught late.

"This is Andrix's number, best," Shakira said as she showed me her cellphone. "Save it to your phone."

I was still hesitant at first but I took it too. I took out my cellphone and copied Andrix's number then saved it.

"Thank you." I returned immediately as well. I never told her that Andrix had already given me his number because she would wonder how that happened. We were together for the whole time and I might even slip if I told her about the comfort room. She will have an idea.

Since, we don't have a prof yet, I temporarily texted Andrix. I let out a deep breath.

"8pm at Restaurant Hotel, I'll just inform you the room number later."

After we left, I told Shakira first that I was going somewhere for a while. She asked where but I said I will just buy something. She even wants to come with me but I refuse. Wherever I go it's up to me, that's where my decision depends.

"Be careful!"

I was restless while inside the taxi. The aircon is cold but I feel like I'm sweating. I also don't know how many times I've taken a deep breath. I hope he won't deny me this time. If that's happen, my life will be back to normal.

When I got out of the taxi, I went straight to Liam's house. But I was stunned when I saw what was going on right now. I hurriedly dropped my belongings and went inside the house, not wasting any more time. My eyes welled up with tears as I noticed that the equipment inside was almost empty.

"Hey, what's happening?!" I confusedly asked one of the men carrying the supplies.

He stopped walking as he glanced at me. "Ah, the owner of the house has left. They are already selling these things," he replied. "All right, Ma'am. I'll just take it out."

My heart beat faster and I felt more anxious. My eyes also started to get more teary. I'm not stupid, I know what he's doing. He is running away from me.

I sat on the floor and covered my mouth to keep the emotion from escaping. My tears flowed one after another. Shit... He's gone! I don't have... any chance. He's fucking gone! I was unable to stand up due to weakness, my tears were dripping as I looked around. My chest was getting heavier and heavier with the pain I was feeling.

He escaped...

Why did he have to delegate his responsibility solely to me? Even though I haven't given birth to my child yet, I feel sorry for him or her. I'm not sure how my baby would react if she or he found out. That as soon as her father found out about her, he abandoned us.

I looked at the other side of the house when I saw something familiar. I slowly stood up and approached it to pick it up. It was our solo picture, it looks like he intentionally left them here. I stopped sobbing. I can't accept the fact that he really abandoned us. I was wrong to expect him to change his mind.

"Miss?" I looked at the man who called me, he is also whom I asked minutes ago. "We're going to close the door. Aren't you coming out yet?"

Instead of answering, I just shook my head sparingly. I also left the house. My chest didn't lose weight as I walked away. I picked up the item I had dropped earlier before taking a deep breath. I was biting my lips while waiting for a taxi. Someone passed by so I immediately pinned it.

"Thanks God you're already here! I'm worried about you!"

Shakira greeted me as I entered their house. I hugged her tiredly and leaned my forehead on her shoulder, I just realized that I was crying. Confused and not knowing what to do, she gently stroked my back.

"Why are you crying? What happened?" she asked worriedly.

I let go of her and she immediately wiped the tears from my eyes. "L-Liam ... H-He's gone ..."

Shakira's eyes widened and her mouth dropped open. "Hailey?! What... When else did he die?!" she asked in shock.

I was stunned. "D-Die...?" I asked in surprise and laughed slightly when I realized what she was thinking. "Liam has left. I don't know where he went ... But, I'm sure, I can't find him. He will do everything to escape from me."

Her expression softened. She averted his eyes and thought. "I knew it! Let's go to your room! I'll show you something!" she said smilingly, trying to amuse me to avoid thinking.

"What's that?"

"Come on!" She pulled me up to the top. Fortunately and she didn't run, she knew the limit of my actions. I should be careful and dangerous if I neglect.

We entered the guest room that now serves as my room. She made me sit on the bed and she in turn took something from inside the cabinet. I watched her approach me with the white paper bag.

"Here, best!" She opened it and took out the ones inside. "You need to be healthy for your baby. I went to the clinic earlier to ask about it and they told me what pregnant women need. You have to take a prenatal vitamins daily. As well as, flu shot. I also shared a grocery with Ate Cristy, your fruits and vegetables. I know you love meats and seafoods, but avoid it first, okay? "

I smiled and nodded at her.

"Then you need a regular check up and don't worry, I'm here to come with you. I'll be with you temporarily first. Don't stress out there with Liam either, go to bed at the right time, huh? You will also exercise every morning. Of course, I will accompany you. For the sake of your baby, you will do that, " she added and smiled broadly that almost reached her ear. "Geez! I'm excited to be a godmother!"

I hugged her because of the happiness I felt. "Thank you," I whispered. I don't know what would have happened to me without her. She's really my bestfriend. And I am thankful because I met her and she was always by my side.

"It's nothing! Why else would we be friends, right ?! If we exchange situations, I know this is what you'll do, too," she said. "Don't say 'thank you' again. I hate it." She rolled her eyes, jokingly.

After I got dressed we went to the kitchen to eat dinner. Shakira and I sat side by side while her mommy and daddy were at either end of the table. We were all silent while Ate Cristy, their helper, served food.

"So, how's your day, Shakira?" Tito Eman question. His voice was strict.

Shakira looked at him and smiled. "It was good, Dad. Nothing special happen," she replied.

Her Dad nodded and turned his gaze to me. I bowed in shame. "How about you?"

I looked at him. "M6m-Me? Uh..." The scene that happened earlier suddenly entered my mind. How our plans made up and so on. The comfort room ... And in Liam's abandoned house. "Just like what Shakira said, nothing special happen." I smiled.

"Hey, when do you plan to go home?" Tita Kikin asked. I looked at him. She raised an eyebrow at me. Until now, she was still wearing business attire, even her hair was still curly. "They are too irresponsible to kicked you out like that. You can't just stay here. We have the cost and not from them."

"Mom," Shakira muttered quickly. "Let's just eat."

"Eat, then, Shakira. I'm not done talking," Tita said calmly. "Your bestfriend is just 21 years old. She still can't do anything. How will she raise their child? I can't agree if she expects that from us!"

I could not speak out of sheer embarrassment. I am aware that she is against my presence being here. It will really last. I'm just enduring now as long as I don't have a place to stay.

"I-I'm making a way to get home, Tita..." I just said.

"As you should!"

Tito Eman sneezed. "Let's eat, now. Don't shout in front of the food, hon. That's rude," he said seriously to his wife.

My aunt stared at me before putting food on the plate. I silently bent down to start eating as well. I can feel Shakira staring at me. I turned to her and smiled to let her know I was fine. Her eyes are apologetic.

I bit my lower lip as I smiled bitterly. I don't have any choice. I have to show up later. He's the only solution... Andrix Elyazer.