SAVE ME FROM FALLING

CONTINUATION: The Outing

All eyes remain with the two whose competing in filling up the plate of Mikhs. The boys joined the girls at the dinner table after serving barbecue they grilled.

Hey, both of you. Look at her plate. She is not an elephant to swallow it all up; you know. Jazz and Aya saw what she meant, looking at overflowing food on MIkhs plate. Mikha is speechless and could not react to both. Keiro was just observing his girlfriend.

Come on, let us eat, she responded from the interrogating stares of the mighty 3. Maloe taking away some and placing it on her plate. But Mikha stops her, informing her she can finish them not to embarrass the two.

The group ate and started drinking. Audrey initiated the karaoke by singing the song "Domino". Maloi and Colete chanted "Love on Top by Beyoncé". Mo and Jao hummed to a song by Zack Tabudlo "Habang Buhay" while Sheen and Gwene dances the melody. Alfea and Billie sang "Grow old with you".

Keiro sang "Palagi by TJ Monteverde" lovingly, looking at Aya. He came to Aya and took her grip while singing the song like serenading her in front of everyone. Aya seems teary-eyed and overwhelmed at his effort. Their friends were whistling and teasing them. "We can hear a proposal next."

Mikha looks away and fiddled with her palm underneath the table. Jazz can feel the uneasiness of Mikha. She lifted her grip placed on her lap while caressing it. They look at each other, trying to communicate their thoughts and emotion. Mikha could not help but to smile, mouthing her thanks.

Jazz took up over the microphone next, pulling Mikha to sing with her. She chose the song "Tadhana by Up dharna." Aya saw how Jazz never let go of Mikha's hand. They are singing their hearts out to the rhythm of the song, attesting to the special bond between them. Keiro flung to his arm on her waist, encouraging to look at him. She gave a timid smile and leaned on his shoulder while watching her best friend and jazz.

Aya's sentiments toppled her senses, suddenly feels astray. She envied Jazz for sharing the moment with Mikhs, questioning herself why she felt that way. Her throat turns dry, a response from underwing emotions, and started drinking.

Aya woke up late the next day, holding a severe headache. She gets up and realized she was alone in the room. She had water with sets of tablets on her bedside table. Drunk the water and took the medicines, headed to the shower to get ready. When she came out of the cottage, she looked at Mikha waiting in front of the pool.

Hi! How are you? Mikha with an expression she could not be measured.

Still with a headache. Where is everyone? Aya queried, noticing how serene the resort was.

They all travelled back to Manila. Keiro and Alfea have family gatherings to attend. He will call you later, he said.

So, it is just us here. Aya trying to confirm. Mikha nodded.

Join me at the villa and bring your stuff with you. Mikha informed.

At the villa, Mikha reheats the chicken soup with some fresh bake bread. She serves a glass of water for Aya to sober up. Mikha scoops a bowl of soup for Aya and for herself, too. They ate in silence.both can sense the tension in the surroundings.

What do you want to do next, Aya? Mikha breaks the silence.

Shall we walk around the resort? Aya suggested. There is a degree of longing in her heart that she craved to hold with her bestfriend. It baffles her deep into her core, the emotion she is holding in between her roommate and her boyfriend. Now the only thing she wished for them both was to be by her side always.

After graduation, she needed to go back to Cebu to support their family business. Who knows when she can come back again to be with the group?

Mikha felt bold that night, gesturing for Aya to hold her hand to walk together along the coastline. The latter looks perplexed but grabs her palm afterwards.

It was full moon, illuminating the entire beachfront cascading the waves of water which enhances the shadow of the sea. The glittering stars added to the beauty of the evening, including the serene sound of the waves, humming like a lullaby.

The breeze of the air flew Aya's hair and gives a chilling sensation. Mikha takes off her jacket and covered Aya, glances at her thanking her in return. They are both happy just enjoying their time strolling hand in hand.

Mikha enjoys the warm feeling of walking together while Aya can feel the comfort of their intertwined hands. They know after tonight they must face challenges ahead.