Drum Beats

Twenty-first Beat

Maine breathed a sigh of relief. "Whoo! For a second there I thought you were being serious," she chuckled nervously.

She noticed his eyes became...sad? He though she didn't see it but she did.

"Hey," Maine took his hand. "You'll wait for me, right?"

Richard smiled. "Of course I would."

Maine smiled back. "Good. Now finish what you're cooking. I'm starving."

"Yes boss!" Richard replied and saluted.

Maine laughed.

After having dinner, both went back to their bed, cuddled up and just enjoyed each other's company.

Maine was starting to know a lot about Richard, and maybe it's time for him to know more about her too.

"Is Riley your only sister?"

"No. I have an older sister, actually. Her name's Reed. She's in Germany right taking care of a family business."

"Puro pala kayo R. Reed, Richard, Riley..."

"Oo nga eh. Kayo? Puro kayo M?"

"No, actually. My real name is Nicomaine, "And I have a younger brother. His name is Nigel."

"Why wasn't he at the dinner?"

"He's in Canada right now, studying. I studied there too for a few years then I came back."

"I'm glad that you're telling me more about yourself, Maine."

"You're telling me a lot about yourself too, so quits lang," Richard chuckled.

"Inaantok ka ba?"

"Sa tagal nating matulog, sa tingin mo aantukin pa ako?"

"Oo nga naman," Richard said. "We can have a walk outside if you want."

Maine looked at him with widened eyes. "Really? It's been a long time since I've walked on the shor at night. I can't wait!"

"Then let's go," Richard smiled at Maine's excitement.

He took a jacket from the closet and gave it to Maine.

The peaceful sound of the waves hitting the shore relaxed Maine. She leaned her head towards them as they both walk.

"Thanks for this, Richard," Maine said.

"Kanina ka pa nagt-thank you," Richard said. "You're welcome. I'm glad you like this."

"Like? That is an understatement," Maine faced him. "I love this! This is the most romantic thing someone has ever given me. Thank you so much." Then she kissed him sweetly, which turned to hot and heavy.

They pulled away when they needed air. "Maine?"

"Hmm?"

"Have you tried skinny-dipping in the ocean?"

Maine smirked. "No. But I would love to try it. The full moon, the smell of the ocean, the cold water...make me hot, Faulkerson," she said sexily and started stripping down, slowly walking to the ocean.