Chapter 6.2
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Chapter 6.2
The night came and Clarissa is still not preparing for her dinner date. Iniisip niya kung sabihin na lamang niya na may sakit siya para may dahilan siyang hindi dumalo sa date nila ni Bernard.
She can't even recall the last time she dated. Though she remembered that it was only Andrew whom she dated. All other men who came in her life were just mere nothing.
For her, dating someone is something intimate. That means you like the person you will be with. You trust each other's company, and it is also a time to know more about themselves. But with the series of events happening now, her world was a complete disaster.
Napabuntong hininga na lamang siya. This is just for one night, Clarissa. You can do this.
She then prepared and suit up for her "date".
She wore a classic white dolce and gabana dress paired with flat fendi sandals. She wore a simple make up and did not compromised too much color.
She also received the new car that was given to her. It was a classy white Mercedes Benz. She also sent her old car to the vulcanizing shop to have it fixed.
Her day is not over yet but she feels tired. Sana lang ay matinong kausap itong ka-date niya nang sa gayon matapos niya ang araw niya ng walang panghihinayang.
She glanced at her phone and received a message from Bernard. She was given the location where their date location be.
How surprised she was to know that the reaturant he choose is her favorite restaurant.
"I might somehow enjoy this night" sabi niya sa sarili.
Keens MNL - the oldest steakhouse in the metro, serving the most sought after mutton steak ala englais.
Bernard arrived at the restaurant. He exclusively rented part of it for 4 hours so they will have peace and some privacy. The restaurant is a 50 seater building, with 25 seats facing the east of Manila bay, and the other facing Roxas Blvd. It also has an entry way near the bay for an exclusive yatch date. He also rented the yatch, should she wants to get some fresh air.
"Pare, you seemed prepared!? This is my first time to see you dating someone, finally!" masayang bati sa kanya ni Dixon, part owner ng Keens MNL.
"Well, I have been eyeing my target since I arrived back home. She is a pretty good catch." Bernard said.
"Well I thought na hindi ka pa ready for some dating or any serious relationship, because it is not part of your language. So what's changed?" tila may panunuyang tanong ng kaibigan niya.
"I have my exemptions, Dix. At alam ko na worth than a big buck of gold ito pag napasagot ko." tanggol naman ng binata hiding his real intention.
"At sana nga magtuloy tuloy na 'yan. Nagkaka-edad na tayo, and I'm sure ayaw mong tumanda na pre-school pa lamang ang anak mo, or worst not having any child at all..."
"Sira ka talaga"
"O sige, I'll better get going. May mga gagawin pa ako sa kitchen."
"Salamat, pare." paalam ni Bernard.
Lucky for him, he has good friends to ask help with. Dixon is his brother from another mother. Like Yael, he was one whom he trust. College days nung sila ay magkakilala. They managed to be friends kahit na magkaiba ang kurso nila. Dixon is a world renowned master chef and a business man. He too, was a part of their exclusive brotherhood so they'd tag along before when he was still not married.
He is now a family man though. Kaya ngayon bihira na lamang nila makasama ito. And he seems to enjoy being a father anyway.
He glanced on his wrist watch and noticed that Clarissa is running late.
Napapitik na lamang siya dahil mukhang hindi siya sisiputin ng dalaga.
He was about to text her and when he is about to send his message, she arrived.
"Thought you will not honor your promise." panimula niya.
"Mr. Valderama, once my word, always my word. I would not abandon any promises." she casually replied.
"Very good. So shall we.?" and he offered her a seat. The seat was facing Manila bay. The view was majestic. Despite the busy city lights, she can still feel the sea breeze.
"So, tell me. What do you want to talk about?" deretsong tanong ng dalaga.
"Is that how you dated other guys before?" Bernard was surprised.
"Not particularly. But with you, I can be like this. Besides, this is somewhat against my will." may mapanuyang salita nito.
Nagtitimpi na lamang ang binata ngunit maari na itong sumabog anumang sandali. Thankfully, this foul mothed woman happens to have an angelic face.
Bernard can't help but notice how appealing the woman was. Her natural beauty was glowing despite of her attitide. Kaya niyang pagtyagaan ang dalaga kahit ganito pa ang maging pakikitungo nito sa kanya.
Ilang sandali pa ay inihain na ng waiter ang kanilang order. They started with a clam chowder and some biscuits. To light up the fishy taste of the souo, a chardonnay was served in between appetiser.
Bernard can't helo but look into her luscious lips while sipping the soup. He imagined of sipping those as they made love.
CALM down, Bernard. You will soon have them he said to himself.
"Oh, ano tinitingin tingin mo? May dumi ba ako sa mukha?" Clarissa said when she saw Bernard gracing on her angelic face.
"Ahm, nothing. Huwag mo na lamang pansinin."
Maya't maya pa ay naghain na ang waiter ng kanilang main course. Lamb chop in english style ang inorder ni Bernard at mutton steak naman ang kay Clarissa. Bernard somehow dislikes mutton because of its strong gamey flavor. Lamb chop is more subtle and taste great.
Clarissa on the other hand ordered mutton, it is also a meat from a sheep like a lamb, yet the animal was older than 3 years. Dahil nagtagal sa Italy si Clarissa kaya magustuhan niya at kinasanayan ang pagkain ng mutton.
After eating, Clarissa excused herself.
"I'll just need to go to the lou." she said
Tumangi na lamang si Bernard.
The comfort room is located at the other section of the building so she has to go where the public part is open.
Upon reaching the area, she felt a bit of nervousness.
That smell. That perfume. It was so familiar.
She can't be wrong. That perfume was so familiar to her. It was a perfume so exclusive than only those who can afford it may wear it. It was a Maison Francis Kurkdjian Oud Eau De Parfum.
And she is not ready to see what lies on her back. Hindi man niya makita ito, alam niya na siya lamang ang tanging tao na magtatanglay ng samyo nito.
She was about to walk pass by the smell, when Bernard called her attention.
Hindi na niya napigilan at napatingin na siya sa likuran niya.
Her eyes widened upon seeing the man standing right behind her.
"Andrew?"
*to be continued
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