Never Descending

Chapter 1

Bum

Caleb Max:

Babe I'm here

I stood up as soon as I saw the message from the screen. Sinukbit ko ang gym bag sa balikat saka naglakad patungo sa pinto.

Bago pa man tuluyang makalabas ay tinapunan ko muna ng tingin ang sariling repleksyon sa salamin. My eyes scanned through the entirety on the full length mirror until it dropped down to my body. I even tilted my figure sideways to check out my outfit properly.

I am wearing a criss cross back lettering tape sports bra for my top and a high waist fitness leggings for my bottom. I paired it with my new workout shoes which my boyfriend gave me then I completed the look with a high ponytail.

A sly smirk slowly plastered on my lips as I gaze on my splendid curves. Nagdalawang isip pa ko kanina kung magsho-shorts or leggings ba. But I'm glad I chose this one. It very much revealed my physique suitably. I would love to constantly see this view on all the mirrors that I would pass by later.

I then placed a frisky light slap on the side of my thigh before getting back on my stride to walk. 

I easily spotted Caleb's BMW in front of the building when I got down, so I went straight to his car.

"Hi," I greeted when I got inside.

Sinalubong ko ng halik sa pisngi ang naka-abang niyang mukha saka nilapag ang dalang gamit. I then fixed myself and reached for the seatbelt.

"Babe.." he sighed.

Umangat ang tingin ko sa kanya. My brow arched in curiosity while staring at his problematic expression. I saw how his gaze dropped down to my exposed abdomen. Disapproval gradually flashed on his face.

I instantly rolled my eyes in annoyance as I sensed what he's trying to say.

"Don't even start with me," I spitted through gritted teeth.

Bumuntong hininga siya.

"Babe.. you know I don't usually meddle with the clothes you wear-"

"I know." I crossed my arms in front of my chest. "I wouldn't have made you my boyfriend if you were THAT kind of guy."

He sighed again before he nodded.

"Yeah.. but this is like our nth attempt to change our gym already. Assholes just won't stop on trying to do dirty moves on you." he exhaustingly said. "How about.. you just change into something more decent and less provocative so we can solve the problem?" he suggested.

My lips parted. 

"No, Caleb." I stated in conviction despite being startled. "That wouldn't solve the problem." I added.

"Instead of teaching me how to cover myself, how about you teach those perverts how to tame their libido?" I smiled sarcastically.

I can't believe I'm hearing this from him. This is so not 2020. We shouldn't even be talking about this. My goodness. Napaglipasan na ng panahon ang usapin na ito. Kung bakit may mga gusot at alitan pa rin pagdating sa paksang ito ay hindi ko alam. This shouldn't even be a topic of discussion anymore. The society needs some keeping up to be honest.

Break up with the guy. A part of my brain whispered.

I shook my head. As much as I want, I  couldn't just disrepute all the good things he did in our relationship at this instant. He had been a really good boyfriend in terms of taking care of me. And for that, I have to give him some credit.

Gayumpaman ay hindi ako sanay nang nakikipagplastikan kaya't lantaran ang pag-irap ko sa kanya. Bakas ang inis ko dahil sa binuksan niyang usapan.

I heard him heaved out a light breath before he gently reached for my left hand.

"Alright.. I'm sorry," he intertwined our fingers.

My gaze shot back on him. His eyes were careful.

"I'll just make sure to teach those bastards some lesson then," he said before pulling my hand near his lips to place a swift kiss at the back of it.

He smiled guiltily at me before he started the engine of the car.

Habang nagmamaneho ay tinanong ko siya tungkol sa bagong gym na pupuntahan namin. He said that he already enrolled the both of us for membership so I don't have to worry about a single thing.

Hindi ko lang maiwasang makaramdam ng pagka-irita sa ideyang kailangan pa naming lumipat dahil lang sa mga taong tagilid ang pag-iisip. Kung hindi gym instructor ang nambabastos sa akin ay kliyente naman ang nangangahas. 

Pangatlong palit pa lang naman namin ito pero kung ako ang tatanungin ay ayoko namang lumipat. Dahil una sa lahat, bakit? Kung may dapat mang mahiya at umalis, yun ay walang iba kung hindi ang manyakis. Kaya nga lang ay boss pala ang nasipa ko sa pagitan ng hita niya nung nakaraan. The fucker had the guts to ban us in his business. 

Kung ibang sitwasyon lang sana iyon ay araw-araw pa rin akong pupunta sa lugar nang hindi alintana kung anong iisipin nang iba. I don't give a f**k about anyone's d**k. I'll just do my thing and they do their's. I mean, who do they think they are for me to get affected by their own mess? If they thought they can induce my composure, then just watch and hold my f*****g wig, fuckers.

"I'll meet you inside," paalam ko kay Caleb nang akmang bubuksan na ang pinto ng kotse.

"Can't we just go together?" apila niya gamit ang malambing na tono.

"You'll have to park." I stated as a matter of fact. "Also, that's just the same thing. We'll still see each other inside, anyway." I grinned. "I'll go,"

I kissed him on the cheek before getting off the car.

It was easy to pass through the reception since Caleb really took care of everything already. I was given a female instructor. I don't mind having just anyone but I appreciate his effort in trying to keep us away from trouble as much as possible.

"For the warm-up, we'll start with one minute of knee lifts and another minute of heel digs," Rian smiled amiably at me.

Nagsimula na kami at hindi rin naman nagtagal ay sumunod na rin si Caleb. He also got his own instructor so we didn't really stick up with each other the whole time.

The routine set-up for me was more on cardio circuit and legs for today. Rian said that we'll focus on the other departments for the following days. My drill ended with a 10-minute cycle on the elliptical machine.

I thanked my instructor before glancing on Caleb. Nakita kong hindi pa siya tapos marahil dahil mas nahuli siyang magsimula kaysa sa akin. 

For the time being, I just decided to fish out my wallet from my gym bag to buy something to drink. Hindi ako madalas nagbabaon ng inumin dahil nawawala na ang lamig noon pagkalipas ng oras. I like drinking my refreshments cold.

I made my way towards the vending machine on the farthest corner of the gym. I was quite appalled to see that it's the type that only accepts coins. So I need about five pieces of ten-peso coins just to get a gatorade.

I feel like I only have bills on my wallet so I'm slowly losing hope. I'd probably just buy something outside. Nevertheless, I still tried to check my purse. 

My face lit up when I saw the exact needed amount of coins inside. Hinugot ko agad ang mga iyon ngunit nalaglag ang isa. Napanganga ako nang makitang gumulong iyon patungo sa ilalim ng vending machine.

I bent in front of the machine and tried to insert my hand underneath. Trying to feel the coin within my reach. My body was still in the same position when I suddenly felt a warm presence behind me. 

I stiffened.

The person effortlessly inserted money in the machine while I was still stuck in my position.

It's a guy. I can tell just by the smell. A musky and earthy scent intruded my nostrils. It was mixed with a fragrance of citrus. The aroma came out to be very masculine. It's very... arousing.

Fuck. 

What the f**k is wrong with me.

Horny ka b***h?! I scolded myself.

My lips were still apart when a bottle of drink was offered in front of me. I didn't even notice that he got two of it. I was still out of it when my hand decided to accept it like it has a life of its own.

Agad na bumagsak ang kamay niya pagkakuha ko ng inumin. My eyes caught a glimpse of his massive hand and noticed how manly it looks like with his long fingers and toned palm. 

Nahigit ko ang hininga nang kalaunan ay umayos na siya ng tindig bago tumalikod at nagsimulang maglakad papalayo. Saka lang din napatuwid ang katawan ko. Kusang lumipad ang tingin ko pahabol sa pigura niya. 

I saw him lifting his head up as he drink his beverage. My eyes then gaped at his arm. Damn, that's some solid muscle flex right there.

Napatikhim ako nang mapagtantong hindi ako nakapagpasalamat. Ni hindi ko man lang nakita ang mukha niya.

My eyes continued to follow him in dismay. My gaze then slowly dropped down.

I blinked repeatedly while staring at his rear. Wow.. that's a.. really loaded ass right there. His butt is gifted.

Napaawang ang labi ko sa iniisip. I shook my head.

Shit. Is this mental cheating or whatever they call it? I don't do cheating! Get your shits together, Iris Everleigh!

I swallowed when my eyes still involuntarily peeked a view of his back.

But... really though.. what a cute bum.