When they arrived in Manila, they've decided to inform both their parents immediately. The drive home was strained, with Richard turning paler as they neared home. Maine reached out and placed her hand on top of Richard's hand that was holding the gear shift.
"You seemed nervous, RJ," she said as she squeezed his hand.
"Because I am."
"We're not announcing that were engaged, RJ," Maine giggled as she tried to lighten the mood. "We're just telling our parents that we're together."
"It oddly feels like the former," Richard sighed. "God, we're just telling them we're together and I already feel like this. I could see it now. I'll be a total wreck when I ask you to marry me. I never feel like this when I play at Gian Carlos. It's really unsettling."
"Why?" She asked. "You k
