Beautiful encounter

CHAPTER 11

The entire week had passed, and now it's Saturday. Tomorrow, I'll finally get to see him again. The days felt like they dragged on forever, but now the wait is almost over. Just the thought of being in his arms, hugging him, and feeling the warmth of his kiss sends a surge of excitement through me. Even though it’s only 1 PM, my mind is already racing, thinking about tomorrow.

I’ve been counting down the days, and now that it's so close, I can barely contain myself. It feels surreal. We've been apart for what seems like ages, even though it’s only been a short while. And yet, it feels like I’m getting ready for our first date all over again.

I spent the afternoon meticulously preparing everything. I pulled out my favorite clothes, trying to pick the perfect outfit. I want to look good for him, to impress him every time he sees me. Since we only get to spend time together occasionally, I want to make every moment count. He deserves to see me at my best, always.

After laying out my clothes, I rushed to the barber to get a fresh haircut. I couldn’t leave anything to chance. Even though we've been together for a long time, the anticipation of seeing him makes me feel like it’s the first time all over again. My heart flutters at the thought of his smile, the way his eyes light up when he looks at me. Tomorrow is going to be perfect—I can feel it.

And just like that, the day of preparation came to an end. When I got home, I helped Mom cook dinner. We chatted a bit while preparing the food, but my mind kept drifting back to tomorrow. Every stir of the pot, every chop of the vegetables, was accompanied by the thought of finally being able to see him again. After we ate, I cleaned up quickly and went straight to my room, eager to wind down and relax before the big day.

As soon as I settled into bed, I grabbed my phone and sent Maki a message, feeling the familiar flutter in my chest. "Babiiii, I missed you po!!" I typed, pressing send with a grin on my face.

I lay back, staring up at the ceiling, my mind playing scenes of what tomorrow might be like. I couldn't help but smile, imagining the moment I’d finally see him again. Moments later, my phone buzzed, and I picked it up instantly. His message lit up my screen: "I miss you more, babii." Just seeing his words made my heart race a little faster.

Feeling even more excited now, I quickly typed back, "Babii, what time will we meet tomorrow?"

A brief pause, and then the notification pinged again. "10 AM will do, babi," Maki replied.

"Okie, my love, I'll see you tomorrow. I love you," I sent back, my fingers lingering over the words for a moment, feeling the depth of each one.

I put my phone down and closed my eyes, imagining how the day would unfold. Tomorrow, at 10 AM, I’d be with him again. Just the thought filled me with warmth and contentment. Even though we’ve been together for a while, these moments always feel special, like there’s something new to discover every time. I drifted off to sleep, with visions of him filling my dreams. Tomorrow couldn’t come fast enough.

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I woke up to the blaring sound of my alarm, the noise cutting through my sleep and dragging me into the morning. Groggily, I reached for my phone, blinking against the brightness of the screen as I checked the time. It was already 7 AM, much earlier than I would have liked, but the excitement brewing inside me made it easier to get up today.

Without thinking twice, I unlocked my phone and immediately sent Maki a message. "Good morning, babii," I typed, smiling to myself as I imagined him still curled up in bed. Even through the screen, just texting him made my heart feel lighter.

I put the phone down for a moment, stretched my arms and legs, trying to shake off the sleepiness still clinging to me. The morning light was filtering through the curtains, casting soft shadows on the walls. Today was the day I’d finally see him again, and I couldn’t wait.

As I made my way out of my room, I caught sight of my mother sitting at the kitchen table, sipping her coffee. Her smile was bright and warm, radiating an angelic quality that instantly lifted my spirits. "Good morning, Mom," I greeted her, trying to sound as casual as possible.

"Good morning, sweetie," she replied, her eyes sparkling with love. I couldn't help but feel a twinge of guilt about the secret I was keeping from her, but I brushed it aside for now.

“Mom, I’ll be going out today,” I said, wanting to keep her in the loop without revealing too much.

“Where to, sweetie?” she asked, her curiosity piqued.

“Uh, somewhere, I guess? Just hanging out with friends,” I lied, hoping she wouldn’t press for more details. I loved my mother, but I also loved Maki, and sometimes keeping both of them happy required a little white lie. Maki understood my reasons for hiding our relationship from her; it was complicated, and I wasn’t ready to explain everything.

“Okay, sweetie, but make sure to update me. What time will you be heading out?” she asked, pouring herself another cup of coffee.

“Probably around 9,” I replied. I hated being late, especially when it came to meeting Maki. I wanted to make sure I had plenty of time to get ready.

With that settled, I headed to the kitchen to grab some breakfast. I made a quick bowl of cereal and poured myself some juice, all the while mentally preparing for the day ahead. After finishing my meal, I made my way to the bathroom, eager to take a shower and get ready. The water felt refreshing as it cascaded over me, washing away any lingering sleepiness.

I took my time, enjoying the moment as I thought about Maki and the plans we had for the day. Once I was done, I dressed carefully, wanting to look my best. I felt a mix of nerves and excitement as I put the finishing touches on my look. I couldn't wait to see him again. Today was going to be special.