The Girl He Never Wanted [Completed]

14-MANHID

MANHID

We would go on fancy dates to several restaurants all over the city. Watch movie premieres together. Volunteer together. We continued attending dinners at the monastery. Cuddle in the hammock until late night or leave early to munch on guavas inside his car parked in the docks. The routine continued until I got approved for internship at their company. I am in my final few months of school.

There is a feeling of security. He has learned about my insecurities and my demons. He helped me chase them away. For the first time, I did not experience them during my birthday. I may not be emotionally reliant on him, but he completes them. The distress and fear of our impending end when he decides to stop being with me eventually disappeared. I felt sufficiently secure. He would hum those in my ear while cuddling me.

I see your monsters
I see your pain
Tell me your problems
I'll chase them away

I'll be your lighthouse
I'll make it okay
When I see your monsters
I'll stand there so brave
And chase them all away

We have talked about his plans. He works in their company while also attending law school. He plans to become a human rights lawyer and advocate. Just like his mom, he does not like politics. His older brother is a lawyer and working toward the goal of becoming the next city leader when ready. Mark, on the other hand, would rather establish institutions and organizations that would cater to the basic needs of the public without getting involved in politics.

We would always spend time together especially holidays. I often meet his dad and kuya during dinners at the monastery. We went to Dapitan together one time. I have met his mother. He has met my Papa's family.

"OMG! Of course I know him!" Ate Carla exclaimed noong pumunta kami doon. They met him last night during dinner at the restaurant.

"What?! You bitch! Bakit hindi mo sinabi sa akin na may gwapong pumupunta dito?" We are currently sunbathing doon sa lounge chairs malapit sa dagat habang umiinom ng cucumber juice and mango juice.

"Malay ko ba na kinulang ka pala ng supply ng mga gwapo!" Tumatawa niyang sagot sa akin.

Lumapit ang isang guard at isang waiter dahil may naghahanap daw sa akin from the gate. "Who is it?"

"Mark daw po. Kaso wala sa list ng reservations at wala sa list ng may open entry." Paliwanag ng guard.

Bigla akong napabangon doon sa lounge chair. I did not know he'll be here today. Akala ko busy s'ya sa mom n'ya. "Oh my gawd, Manong! Asawa ko po 'yon! Papasukin n'yo po!"

Our resort only gives access to reserved guests and exclusive members. It is located deep into the countryside fortress which hosts adventure and leisure activities for both aqua and mountain enthusiasts. Guests could enjoy both daytime and nighttime life's pleasures. It attracts both local and international guests.

Luxury suite villas sit atop the cliffs with scenic view gazing the pristine white sand paradise below and wonderful greeneries around. The main entrance is located very far from the very hub of the paradise this place is. We have private transport to help guests move around. Hindi kayang lakarin ang distance from one facility to another.

It took a few minutes for him to get here. Padarag akong bumangon at tumayo. Ate Carla jokingly tried to grab my hand to keep me from leaving. "Hoy dapat Maria Clara ka!"

"Ay leche! Alam ng lahat malandi ako! Kaya dinaig ko ang magandang female lead n'ya!" Pilit kong hinila kamay ko para salubungin siya.

He came wearing his casual board shorts, a simple white t-shirt, flip flops, and aviators. I thought I've fallen enough but I don't mind falling deeper and deeper into the pit of happiness with this man.