You're Blooming the Wrong Way

Chapter Three

I don't understand why some people hold back when they want something just because others might disapprove. I mean, if you really want something, I think you should just focus on getting it. Don't mind the opinion of other people; if it will make you happy, then don't stop yourself.

"You know, there's no need to hold back when I'm around, Hana." Nakangiwi kong sabi nang mapansin kong nakatayo lang siya sa gilid ng kama ni Lars. He's been staring at him for ages! "I assure you, I won't judge you even if you lovingly cup my brother's face."

In just a swift, his cheeks flushed. Hana's expression is really amusing. I've never met anyone who has a very honest face like him. I mean, he blushes at every little thing about Lars! How pure is that?

Anyway, I have no idea how it happened, but both of us became accustomed with each other. I spent most of my time staying at the hospital, while Hana frequently dropped by to pay Lars a visit. Kaya hindi na nakapagtataka na sanay na kami sa presensya ng isa't isa.

"Come on, Hana. Don't tell me the only reason you came here is to stare at my brother? Aside from being creepy, that's not satisfying at all." Halos masubsob si Hana nang itulak ko siya palapit sa kama ni Lars. "Kiss him on the cheek. I don't mind. Gabi na, oras na para mamakla, Hana. Huwag ka nang mahiya."

Using his palm, Hana covered half of his face. He usually does that whenever he feels uncomfortable. It's funny because we have the same mannerism. Gano'n din ang ginagawa ko sa tuwing nahihiya ako; tinatakpan ko ang ilong at bibig ko.

"Lucy, this is so embarrassing." He said in a small voice then looked at me with pleading eyes. "Do you enjoy teasing me that much? You're so wicked." Hana shook his head in dismay.

Humagalpak ako ng tawa dahil hindi ko akalaing napansin pala niya ang mga pang-aasar ko. "Huwag kang maarte, hindi ka babae. Just do it. A kiss won't hurt, Hana." I urged, to which he sighed.

It took a lot of self-control to stop myself from laughing while watching the wimp. Hirap na hirap akong tumawa nang walang tunog habang pinapanood ko si Hana na unti-unting pumikit at dahan-dahang yumuko sa walang malay kong kapatid.

Just as he was about to kiss Lars on the cheek, I took my phone and captured the precious moment. His eyes widened in horror when he heard the sound of my clicking camera.

"Alright, I'll make this viral." I declared while fiddling my phone. Sinulyapan ko si Hana at para siyang hihimatayin habang nakatitig sa akin. "Uh-huh. Hana, ang bakla ng taon."

I burst into laughter when Hana attacked me and aimed for my phone. Ilang minuto kaming nag-agawan sa phone ko at nagpagulong-gulong sa sahig. Geez, I love making fun of people! The helpless look on their faces is priceless!

"Lucy, you..." He trailed, short of breath.

Hindi parin ako huminto sa kakatawa habang nakaupo sa harapan niya. Tila nahawa naman si Hana sa tawa ko at napangiti na lang din siya.

"You're such a sly girl." aniya at inayos ang suot niyang salamin.

"Remembrance lang naman!" depensa ko. "You looked so cute. I couldn't help but take a photo. Napakadamot mo."

"I don't mind the photo." He clicked his tongue. "Pero huwag naman iyong 'Hana, ang bakla ng taon'.  It's embarrassing."

Once again, he blushed.

Hindi ko na naman napigilan ang tawa ko dahil sineryoso pala niya iyon. "I was just kidding!"

Habang tumatawa ako, nakarinig ako ng pag-click ng camera. I stiffened when I realized that Hana took a photo of me while laughing. Paulit-ulit akong kumurap noong ngumiti siya sa akin.