Letters To You

Chapter 3

Bea

I excitedly jumped out of bed and went downstairs to greet my parents.

"Good morning mom and dad!" I flashed a goofy smile and it made them confused. I was utterly glum yesterday but today it's the other way around.

"Oh Bea, you're in a good mood today? We're glad to see you smile, princess."

"I have something to do today Dad. I'm preparing myself now. Ohhhh what's that? Bacon and eggs! My favorite!" I quickly grabbed the plate and ate.

I went back to my room and took a shower. I thought about my plans before I head to the cemetery and meet the hard peanut. Maybe I'll grab some chips and soda from the grocery and bring a picnic blanket and some pillows. What should I ask her? How will I keep the conversation going? I'm overwhelmed by all my thoughts that I didn't realize I was inside the bathroom for thirty minutes already.

I dressed up with my usual attire - white sleeveless crop top, high waist denim shorts and white sneakers. I took a last look at the mirror and then grabbed my favorite sunglasses and car keys.

I checked the time it's still 10 am. Shit. Maybe I'm too excited and anxious about this meet up. I paced around the living room trying to figure out what I should do to kill time. Watch a movie? No. Bake? No. Go to the mall? Good idea.

Before I left, I sent a text to my parents.

To: Mom, Dad

Mom, Dad! I'll be out the whole day. I have something to do, okay? I'll be back by dinner. I love you both! ❤

I started the engine and drove to the nearest mall. I'll find new books to read. As I reached the shop, I began scanning for new releases. Ha! I found one. The Longest Ride by Nicholas Sparks. I'll get this one.

I walked towards the cashier while reading the first chapter of the book and was oblivious with my surroundings that I didn't notice that there was someone in the way so I bumped into her, lost my balance but immediately regained it. Before she could even crash down to the tiled floor, I caught her by the waist, and pulled her closer to my body. Our faces were only inches apart.

She had big brown eyes. They were beautiful and familiar. Captivating. She had a smooth and perfect face. Gorgeous. Oh, her lips - rosy, full and flawlessly curved. Inviting. I snapped out of my trance when she spoke, "Uhh miss, stop staring. We're in an awkward position in a public place."

I was kind of embarrassed and quickly let go of her. I scanned the crowd and noticed that all eyes were on us. My cheeks felt hot right on the spot.

"Sorry about that I was reading the book I'm supposed to buy." I said while looking down and rubbing the back of my neck. Wait, I think I know her. My memory really sucks. Oh! My heart skipped a beat. The hard peanut.

Then it hit her, she recognized me too. "It's you! From the cemetery, right?"

She's acting cute alright. Maybe I'll invite her for lunch? No, scratch that.

"Uhhh, yeah?" I awkwardly smiled at her.

There was silence following that and it made me uneasy so I broke the ice. "Wanna have lunch? My treat." What the hell Bea. What a great idea, really.

Her eyebrows met in the middle as to show she was trying to process the offer. "Okay. Where?"

Jho

Out of all the people who could bump into me why does it have to be this tall weirdo? She invited me to have lunch and it was kind of strange? We don't know each other. We just met at the cemetery yesterday when I was ugh crying. Embarassing.

Anyway, I'm just following her on the way to the restaurant of her choice. When we arrived, she pulled the chair for me and asked me to sit.

"What do you want to eat?" she asked.

I honestly don't know what to eat. "You choose for me please. I trust that you have a good taste," I absentmindedly replied.

She called the waiter and ordered. She glanced at me maybe trying to gauge my mood. "So, are we good for later?"

I nodded at her and after a few minutes, lunch was served. We ate in complete silence. I always catch her looking at me.

What is it, weirdo?

"Do you have other things to do? Let's go to the cemetery now!" She seemed to be thrilled about the idea as much as I am but I'm trying to keep a straight face. I agreed to her suggestion.

"Meet you there."

I feel a familiar churn in my stomach. Butterflies perhaps? Why?