THE UNTAMED

DO THEY KNOW?

My heart likes to scream.

I'm even sweating, from a mixture of fear and burned heat that grows inside of me, it develops from the touches of his skin... and from his lips to mine.

Half of my body moves in a little pressure. Only I realize that I can't stop these kinds of emotions. As if what the hell? Why am I so crazy for him? I feel it...I want him..

"Ahhmmm!"

I want him more... He's mine.

"I want this so badly..." Mr. Albanzo whispered.

So I lifted my legs slightly and hung them on his waist, to feel the rest.

The space loosened, his hands became free to pick up my wet pearl, it's hiding from my underwear. He started to touch it and slide his fingers in a slow motion. Until he hit and push the center which is I already release my juice.

He starting over, by kissing me deeply. He got my heart before my lips..Even if I did not say any words, I believe, this actions may take as our deep understanding to each other.

He gently pushes his fingers, almost as if he's stroking a soft drink sachet. Before, he was stroking it slowly but now it became fast.

"Ugh!" for the first time, I moan.

His left hand started to crawl to the other parts of my body... and it stop on my butt. It is so very electric, I wanted to do a wiggle.

Until I... "Ahhmm!!" it finally exploded. As if my wish was finally granted.

"You... horny..." He said.

"A. yeah.." I admitted.

We walked out of the comfort room together as if nothing had happened. I went back to my seat and started talking.

After dessert, I told the boys I needed to go home. I didn’t really want to leave, but I didn’t want to overstay or worry my dad, I promised to be home before nine. I could tell Marvin wouldn’t offer to take me home. He’s careful about how he acts around me in public, and I understand. He has a reputation to protect, and so do I. Or maybe I’m just overthinking it.

"Don't worry, it won't be long until you see him again." Someone's telling me from deep within, I think this is craziness, how am I supposed to be like this?

“You’re not crazy, its normal because of the mate-bond” my wolf was talking now. Well, she’s right. I really fell in love with my English teacher. Does Mr. Albanzo feels the same way?

I saw the conflict in Marvin's eyes. But I don't think it affects him, so I turned and headed to the exit door. Sadness is already taking me over. Jade is trying to make me laugh on the way home. It's a short drive. I don't live far from them.

"So, I guess you guys got the idea that I have a thing for your brother?" I decided to just put it out there so that we could stop avoiding the obvious.

"I'm glad you finally said something. Now I can stop watching every word I say around you." Jade says, he's laughing.

"Some of those looks were pretty intense. Just be careful at school." Joel added.

"I'll try." I said, honestly.

"He's a perfect guy. He takes care of our family. Our whole neighborhood, really. He would never hurt you." Joel informed me. I figured as much, but it is reassuring to hear.

When we get to my house, they offer to walk me in. It isn't necessary, so I decline. I go inside and see my dad at the kitchen table, surrounded by books and papers. He looks up at me and smiles.

"Come sit down, princess. Do you want to eat something?" He asks me something, but instead of answering, I just wrap my arms around him in a hug and then settle down beside him.

"Your Mom tells me you went to a restaurant with a "boys friend" for dinner. How was that?" he added.

"It was nice. It was my first time eating delicious Korean food. I will ask Mom to have our dinner right there on her next day off." I said, I know I'm was deflecting. He wanted to know about the boys, not the dinner. He looks at me with one raised eyebrow. I can't fool him.

"Okay, fine, he is just a friend, and so they are twin brother. "There's nothing you need to worry about." I don't dare mention their older brother, whom I seem to be falling hard for.

"Well, if you are interested in someone, it's okay, you know. At your age, you will meet many more people than at school." he said.

I guess there is a reason I never gave much thought to boys. I went to a couple of school dances with guys, but I was never interested in them. We just went as friends. Still.. this is a new territory for me.

"Dad, actually, I met their mom, and she asked if you guys wanted to come for dinner on Saturday. She said she knows a lot of people here. She could introduce you too, since we are new to the neighborhood."

"That sounds good, your mom actually has Saturday off. Let them know we would love to come. So, I can take a look at these boys that you are definitely not interested in." Dad said.

I guess he had already heard about the twins.

"Alright, Dad, tell Mom to stop trying to be a matchmaker. I can find my own guy when I'm good and ready." I warned him with a smile.

"Fine, I will tell your mom to back off." He concedes, then he winked at me.

I make my way up to my room to wrap up some homework I didn’t get to finish at school. I also thought it would be a good idea to dive into the creative writing assignment that Mr. Albanzo handed out today. I know, I know, I’m a bit of an overachiever, but I just can’t help it. I really want to impress him!

Later, I hear Mom come up to my room and expect her to say "goodnight"

Holding the knob of the door, she said, "Your Dad told me to stop being a matchmaker and because of that, we are going to attend a dinner at your friend's house on Saturday."

"It's okay, if you don't like it Mom. There is no event anyway. We can decline their invitation." I said. But Mom burst her laughter.

"I love you, sweetie.. Good night!" she whispered.

That night, a dream unfolded so vividly it felt less like sleep and more like a memory borrowed from another world.

I was running through an endless forest, moonlight filtering through towering ancient trees. Silver mist curled around their roots, and every leaf shimmered as if touched by magic.

The air hummed softly...

“Aaahh… Aaaahhh…” voices drifted through the night, not cries of pain, but ethereal echoes, like spirits singing in harmony. Fairy-like melodies wrapped around my heart, familiar yet distant, as if calling me back to a homeland I could not remember but somehow missed.

The place was breathtaking... like a sacred, a paradise hidden beyond the mortal world.

I ran barefoot over moss and glowing petals, my hand clasped tightly in Marvin’s. His grip was warm, grounding, as if anchoring me to this dream. Ahead of us, his twin brothers, Jade and Joel.

They laughed as they raced through the trees, their movements swift and graceful, almost wolf-like. The silence beneath the moonlight, is like glowing eyes of the guardians of the forest.

We chased after them, laughter spilling from my lips as the wind rushed through my hair. My heart felt light, free—untethered from fear or doubt.

Suddenly, Marvin pulled me closer. In one smooth motion, he spun me around, and we lost our balance, tumbling onto the soft forest floor. Petals scattered into the air like falling stars as we laughed breathlessly. He hovered over me then, his face inches from mine, his breath warm, his gaze is so intense..

Time seemed too slow..

His lips were so close, just a breath away...

But then... his eyes widened.

As if he had sensed something forbidden, something not yet meant to be, he pulled me back against his chest.

“No…” I whispered to myself.

I couldn’t give in. Not yet.

I knew it deep within my soul. I wasn’t prepared for this bond, this relationship, this fate that seemed to reach for me through the dream.

A wave of disappointment crashed over me, sharp and aching.

I pushed myself up and ran.

“Abby Jezz, wait! I’m sorry!”

Marvin’s voice echoed through the forest, stretching and breaking apart as if the trees themselves were carrying his words.

"I'm sorry… sorry… sorry…"

I didn’t look back.

I ran until the glow of the forest faded behind me. My legs shook, and I was forced to slow down. Every breath burned. My body felt heavy, like it might give up at any moment.

I collapsed beside a small waterfall. Clear water flowed softly over smooth stones, shining faintly under the dying moonlight. I lay there, staring at the sky as tears slipped from my eyes without stopping.

My chest ached, full of longing, confusion, and a love I didn’t know how to face. Then… a light appeared.

When I opened my eyes, warm morning sunlight touched my face. I slowly sat up on the edge of my bed, the feeling of the forest still clinging to me. The room was silent.

I let out a shaky breath. “A dream again…”

But deep inside, I knew... it didn’t feel like just a dream at all.