That Kind of Love: One-Sided

#3: Throwback

Flashback (2010)

It's been a year since Victoria and I got accepted as Junior News Associates and we've been working our butts off. Every weekend we're free so we use that time to unwind and just relax. We also hang out with Patrick every weekend. I learned that Pat went to the same high school and university with Vic only, he took up Architecture in Ateneo while Vic took up AB Comm. They were best friends since they were on diapers as Vic told me. Their families are very close, their parents are friends back in college and are now business partners.

To Vic, Pat is like her brother since she's an only child. He's always around to protect her, be her shoulder to cry on and make her laugh when she's feeling down. Pat described Vic the same way but somehow I felt like there's more to it for him.

I got more closer to Pat since Vic introduced us to each other. He's always smiling and he never fails to crack us up with his jokes. He's also good-looking with flawless skin, toned body since he's very much into sports, kissable lips, pointed nose, smooth hands, and beautiful brown eyes that can melt you if you dare stare at it... but there's always that glint of sadness every time I look at it and it hurts me to his the sadness in his eyes.

I would mentally slap myself for feeling that way whenever I look at his eyes but I was confused of my feelings as well. I don't want to see him sad or hurt. I want to comfort him and tell him everything's going to be alright but I don't want him to think that I'm prying on his business. Besides, I don't even know if he is really sad... I was just assuming. He-he! =D But hey! My instincts are always right and I've proven that a lot of times.

Anyway, the 3 of us were on our way to a resort owned by Patrick's family in Batangas. We'll be staying there for the weekend since Pat invited us to his cousin's wedding. He told us that he'd love to show us around the beach and nagged us on how Vic and I are not taking good care of ourselves ever since we both started working at SBS. He's right though, ever since we got accepted both of us would work til' midnight even if we have to wake up early the next day. There were times when we don't get to sleep just to finish our reports and other paperwork. We were really grateful that Pat invited us over this weekend because we really need some time off from work. I'm actually feeling a bit burned out already. But seeing Pat right in front of me smiling like an angel sent from above, I don't feel so tired anymore... Just what am I THINKING?! *facepalm*

“Krystal.. Hey Krystal! KRYSTAL!!!” I came back to my senses when Victoria shook me hard.

“Yah! Why'd you do that?!” I protested as I got off the van.

“You're day dreaming and didn't even notice that we reached our destination. What are you day dreaming about anyway?!” she asked me as she helped me with my bag.

“I – I wasn't day dreaming.. I was just staring blankly..” I defended.

“More like drooling..” Patrick snickered at me. I just glared at him.

“Well, whatever Krys.. I suggest that you save your drool for later, I'll still show you both around the resort.” He chuckled as he grabbed the bags that Victoria's holding.

“Ugh! I just hate you Pat!” I stuck my tongue out at him then went beside Vic. Even if he's teasing me the truth is.. I just can't get mad at him. And for some odd reason deep inside I am actually happy that he's teasing me. WTH?! I must be going crazy!!! T_T

“But they say that the more you hate the more you love, right?” Pat teased further. I was about to say something when Vic spoke up.

“Okay, you guys, that's enough! We're here to relax Krys, don't mind Pat he just love to make fun of you. You know how he is.” Victoria laughed a bit as she dragged me inside the resort. “Come on Krys, I bet you like it when Pat teases you..” she whispered at me then giggled. “Victoria! What are you saying?!” I was too flustered with what she said but it also made me blush. “Whatever Krys.. I know you too well.” she smirked at me and I just avoided her gaze.