Destiny's Dance

Chapter 16

“Going home late isn't okay for a married woman like you.”

Nagulat si Chanylle sa biglang pagharang ni Roger sa pintuan pagkatapos niyang buksan iyon. She can smell his alcohol breath.

“Are you flirting with another guy?”

“Please, Roger. I'm always tired of arguing with you.”

Roger sarcastically smiled. Mabilis siya nitong hinila papasok at pasalyang isinara ang pinto.

Nasasaktan siya sa higpit ng pagkakahawak nito sa braso niya. Gusto niya sanang sabihin dito na buntis siya at kailangan niyang mag-ingat, pero ano naman ang saysay? Wala pa siyang balak na sabihin dito ang tungkol sa pagbubuntis niya sa anak nito.

“Then, I am not tired!”

She was carried inside their room and thrown at the top of their bed.

She was in pain. Sumakit ang tiyan at balakang niya dahil sa ginawa nito.

“You are mine, at hindi ako papayag na may kalandian ka habang wala ako!”

Chanylle cried. Wala siyang ginagawang masama. It was just school projects related. Hindi rin naman niya kasalan kung nagabihan siya dahil in the first place, ito ang may kasalanan. Umasa siyang susunduin nito katulad ng sinabi nito before. Pero walang Roger na dumating. At pag-uwi niya ng bahay ay lasing ito galing pa trabaho, na marahil dahilan kung bakit hindi siya nito nagawang sunduin.

Roger's eyes were on fire. He then approached Chanylle and started to undress himself. Nasa ibabaw siya ng asawa. Mariin niyang pinisil ang mukha ng asawa and he then kissed her torridly.

Nagpumiglas naman ito ngunit mas malakas ang kanyang pwersa.

Hinawakan niya ng mariin ang magkabilaan nitong mga kamay at inilagay ang mga iyon sa ulunan nito.

His lips started to ignite a wildfire. Every kiss of Roger lives a red mark on Chanylle's soft body.

“Please Roger… let's talk tomorrow,” said Chanylle crying.

“Okay, all you have to do now is to pleasure me!” Nakakapanindig balahibong bulong nito. “To pay me your depths! I-I mean for causing me too much jealousy when you come late.”

Chanylle still couldn't bring herself to respond. She had done nothing to make Roger jealous, and she asked herself why Roger would even feel that way.

Until, unexpectedly, she found herself undressed.

Chanylle weakened as Roger forcefully kissed her, his lips trailing from hers down her entire body.

Despite any resistance she could muster, she felt defeated.

It was embarrassing to admit, but her feelings for her husband overpowered her, so she allowed him to do as he pleased.

Alam niyang lasing lang ito, dahil kung nasa tamang pag-iisip ito ay hindi nito gagawin ang bagay na iyon, dahil isa lang ang babaeng laman ng puso nito, walang iba kundi si Caroline.

"You're mine alone!" His eyes gleamed with temptation.

Subsequently, Roger parted her thighs, his gaze fixated on Chanylle's intimate areas.

And he started to make history. A history for a second time around. As for Chanylle, the second story was memorable, because this time she already loves Roger, even though he can't pay it back to her.

In a quiet room, she felt like she was in a dream. Someone was kissing her forehead gently, making her feel warm and safe. There were sweet smells in the air, like fruits and fresh flowers.

She couldn't tell if she was still dreaming or if this was real. The gentle kiss on her forehead and the sweet smells made everything feel like a beautiful blur between what she could touch and what she could only feel in her heart.

The fruity scents hung in the air, reminding her of a sunny orchard. It mixed with the lovely smell of flowers, creating a special atmosphere. It was as if nature itself had created a wonderful mix of scents, like a beautiful melody for the senses.

In this moment, she let herself be surrounded by the mystery of it all. The world outside didn't matter as she enjoyed the smells and the gentle touch. She was lost in a dreamlike feeling, where everything seemed perfect and connected.

“Wakeup,”

The familiar voice awakened her senses.

She slowly opened her eyes and he saw the handsome blurry face of Roger. He was smiling that could make Chanylle's heartbeat skip.

“Roger!”

She looked around finding those fruity scents and the fresh flowers. She ignores the pain of her body, especially the pain between her thighs because of rushed and fierced s****l contact last night.

And here they are! She was surrounded with fresh flowers that made her morning. And she was amazed by those fruits in the big basket. But what truly amazed her now was the sweet gesture of his husband, Roger.

“Good morning, sweetheart,” sweetly said Roger. Her lips parted upon looking straight into his husband's eyes. She just can't believe it or maybe she was just still dreaming. His endearment was just new to Chanylle.

Inalalayan siya nitong bumangon. Palihim naman siyang napangiwi sa sakit ng kaselanan niya.

“How are you?” He asked and started to slice the apple on her bedside table.

Of Course she is hesitant to answer him. After what happened last night.

“I'm sorry if you are still mad at me. Please forgive me. Let's start anew. I know that we just lack communication,” saad nito.

She sighed and crossed her fingers.

“There's nothing to be mad about. I understand you,” saad ni Chanylle pero sa loob-loob niya ay alam niyang nagsisinungaling siya. Nag-alala siya para sa batang nasa sinapupunan niya.

"I never meant to hurt you like that," Roger confessed, his voice carrying the weight of genuine remorse. "I said those words without thinking about how it would affect you. I'm truly sorry. I'm sorry if I'm being harassed. I was drunk.”

"Roger, it's not just about saying sorry; it's about proving that your actions align with your words,” Chanylle said looking straight into his eyes.

"I know forgiveness doesn't erase the past, but it allows us to move forward with hope. I believe in us, Chanylle, and I'm willing to build a new relationship. A relationship of a real married couple,” Roger sincerely said.

Hindi alam ni Chanylle kung bakit nasasabi ni Roger ang mga iyon. Pero ang tanging alam niya, ay alam niyang umaasa ang puso niya sa bagay na pinakaaasam-asam, at iyon ay ang mahalin din ni Roger at magkaroon sila ng peaceful relationship.

“H-how? I-I mean how about your real love, Caroline? I don't want to hurt her.” Her voice expressed her sadness.

Roger set aside the apple and sat beside her. He vows his head and puts his hands onto her hands and gently kiss them. Nagulat siya dahil sa ginawa nito. Lumakas ang t***k ng kanyang puso. There was an electric heat, just like what happened last night.

“Forget about Caroline.”

Chanylle hesitantly looked at Roger's eyes.

“Hindi maaari, Roger! I admit na mahal na kita, pero hindi ko puwedeng balewalain ang damdamin niya, may anak kayo. How abou–

“Shhh…” Roger cut her words off. “Really? You love me already?” Namumungay ang mga matang tanong ni Roger sa asawa. Nahihiyang tumango si Chanylle.

The air was filled with a gentle breeze, carrying the scent of blooming flowers.

A tender smile played on Roger's lips as he cupped Chanylle's face with his hands. Their connection was intense, a magnetic force pulling them closer. Chanylle's heart raced with anticipation, echoing the rhythm of the crickets in the background.

Roger leaned in slowly, savoring the moments before their lips finally met. The kiss was a delicate dance of passion and familiarity, a silent language only they shared. Time seemed to stand still as their connection deepened, the world disappearing in the warmth of their embrace.

The taste of love lingered in the air as they pulled away, foreheads touching. Their smiles spoke volumes, expressing a love that transcended words. In that stolen moment, they found solace, a sanctuary in each other's arms.

The day continued its gentle serenade as they held onto the magic of that kiss. They shared a timeless moment, a testament to the enduring flame that burned between them.

“I didn't hear from you if I am already forgiven," tila nagtatampong wika ni Roger sa asawang si Chanylle.

Hindi malaman ni Chanylle ang isasagot. Paano si Caroline at ang anak nito kung papayagan niya si Roger na magsimula sila ng bagong relasyon?

“You are forgiven,” nakangiting saad ni Chanylle. “And we can start anew.” She said without thinking what comes next.

Roger's heart was full of joy and happiness. He can't help but to smile knowing that he became a father.

Kaninang umaga ay tinadtad siya ng messages ni Reyn. He was surprised upon opening them.

She stated there how she was mad at him for not being a good husband to Chanylle. She said how Chanylle trully love him and she doesn't deserve to be hurt. And the most shocking confession was when she stated that Chanylle was four weeks pregnant and he was the father. At first he was confused and cannot believe, but then he realized the night he was with her in Baguio City in the hotel room. The number of dates matched of Chanylle''s pregnancy.

At upang makabawi, ay binilhan niya ito ng mga prutas at sariwang bulaklak, bagay na nakakabuti sa isang buntis. Naisipan niyang humingi ng patawad sa lahat ng nagawa niya. From painful words he knew that could never erase easily in her heart.

But on the other side of Roger's heart, he was puzzled. Why didn't Chanylle tell him the truth of her pregnancy?

“Why didn't you tell me?” sikmat ni Roger sa asawa. They are currently at Roger's parents house. They were invited for dinner. Pero hindi pa handa ang pagkain kaya kasalukuyan silang nasa veranda.

“Ang alin?” Chanylle confusedly asked.

“That you are pregnant.” Roger's voice was a bit angry.

Chanylle stared at him confused. How did Roger know about her pregnancy?

“Reyn told me everything.”

Nagulat si Chanylle dahil sa narinig. Hindi niya akalain na gagawin iyon ng kaibigan niyang si Reyn. Hindi niya tuloy maiwasang lihim na mabahala. Paano kung hindi tanggapin ni Roger ang ipinagbubuntis niya?

Chanylle avoids her gaze. She looked far away.

“I'm sorry, I think it does not matter to you, since you are always whispering Caroline's name. And besides, it was an accident, I-I mean, I was drunk. I didn't mean it to happen…..”

Roger hugged her wife from aback smelling the sweet scent of her hair.

“I was the one to say sorry. I understand now why you did not tell me about your pregnancy. I'm sorry for causing you pain everytime I whispers the name of Caroline.”

Dahan-dahang pinaharap ni Roger ang asawa. Their eyes met hanggang sa bumaba ang kanyang paningin sa mapang-akit na mga labi nito.

He can't help himself but to cross the distance between their faces and claim those lips.

Chanylle responded immediately to her kiss. Until they both get drunk in sensuality.

Chanylle started to moan in pleasure as Roger started to touch her skin.

“Dinner is ready!”

They immediately parted ways when Roger's mother arrived on the veranda and announced that food was ready for the dinner.

Chanylle's face was a little bit red and blushed, while Roger smiled, biting his lips.

“Oh I'm sorry! Did I disturb you?” Tila napahiyang saad ng ina ni Roger.

Roger approaches his mother and kisses her forehead as his sweet signature of love.

“You really disturb us, mommy,” nakangiting bulong ni Roger sa ina, bagay upang magulat at takpan nito ang sariling bibig at bahagyang tumawa.

Tahimik lamang si Chanylle sa isang tabi, hindi niya alam ang pinagbubulungan ng mag-ina.

“I'm so sorry son. But you know, I am happy to see you two seem to start to love each other,” bulong nitong pabalik sa anak.

"Roger smiles and throws his gaze to his beautiful wife, who still has blush cheeks. He signals her to come over.

'Mom, we have a surprise gift for you,' Roger starts to announce the beautiful news.

Suddenly, his mother shows interest. 'Really?' she says, looking at them excitedly.

'Yes, but we will announce it later, during our dinner,' says Chanylle happily.

During a joyful dinner, Roger begins to share the good news.

Everybody is shocked. Their expressions show confusion, seeking clarification.

“Uhmm.. don't get me wrong,” Roger's mother gently says, looking intently at Chanylle.

'You said that you are four weeks pregnant, right?' She turns to Chanylle, who nods slowly.

Roger holds his wife's hands.

'You two just got married, and you've only been living together for a few days. How come the baby is already four weeks old?'

Chanylle glances at Roger, seeking help to explain.

Roger's mother and father, along with his sister Clarisse, patiently await an explanation.