Two Worlds

Chapter 14: Save Me

"Molly!" Aliya blurted out, unable to control her words and jealousy.

The rest of the girls looked at Aliya, and Molly, in particular, had a shocked expression.

"Wag kang PDA! Mamaya may magpicture sa inyo," Aliya quickly retorted, trying to defuse the situation.

That afternoon, rain started pouring, and the waves grew rougher. The local government of La Union closed the beach, leaving the group disappointed, especially since they had been excited to surf. With their plans canceled, they headed back to their hotel and bought alcoholic drinks from a nearby convenience store. The girls decided to drink in the LUNA members' room. However, Meg lingered in her own room, telling her friends she would join them after taking a shower. The truth was, she wanted a moment alone with Aliya.

Aliya checked her phone and saw a message from Meg, asking her to come to her hotel room. She missed the redhead so much that she quickly thought of an excuse.

"Girls, wait lang ah. Tumatawag si mama," she said, slipping out of the room.

As soon as Meg opened the door, she immediately grabbed Aliya by the waist and kissed her deeply on the lips.

"I missed you, baby," Meg said, pouting as she broke the kiss.

"Enjoy na enjoy ka naman dun kanina," Aliya teased, rolling her eyes.

"Hindi ah. Kinakabahan nga ako every time magkalapit kami kasi feel ko magagalit ka," Meg replied, her face showing concern.

"Assuming ka talaga," Aliya huffed, though her voice softened. "Pero naiintindihan ko naman, love," she reassured Meg, gently caressing her face.

Just then, Cali barged into the room, startling both of them. The lovers quickly moved apart.

"Nakakagulat ka naman!" Meg exclaimed, her voice laced with nervousness.

"Kayong dalawa, may balak ba kayong sabihin kay Molly? Hindi makakabuti sa kanya lalo na't... lumalalim feelings niya habang tumatagal," Cali cautioned, her tone serious.

"Humahanap lang ako ng timing. Ayaw ko naman masira bakasyon natin," Meg said, biting her lip anxiously.

Cali, Aliya, and Meg eventually joined the LUNA girls in their room, where the others were already halfway through their drinks. Laughter and conversation filled the space, but an underlying tension simmered.

Aliya sat on her bed, with Meg right next to her. Cali joined Molly on the other bed. Molly, already tipsy, noticed their seating arrangement and pouted.

"Ba't tayo magkatabi? Palit kayo ni Meg!" Molly complained, eyeing Aliya suspiciously.

"Pwede namang ako nalang dito," Cali muttered under her breath as she stood up.

"May sinasabi ka?!" Molly snapped, her irritation barely masked.

"Walaaaa," Cali mumbled, pulling Meg up to switch places. Meg threw a quick apologetic glance at Aliya as she moved.

The night continued with laughter, playful teasing, and shared stories. Yet, despite the festive atmosphere, Molly's growing attachment to Meg was becoming more apparent, especially in her drunken state. Aliya, on the other hand, remained quiet, jealousy quietly brewing inside her.

Meg, sensing the tension, tried her best to focus on the group activities, but her thoughts kept drifting back to Aliya. She wanted to enjoy the moment, but the situation was weighing heavily on her mind.