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CHAPTER 40 RUSTY ........ PART 2

CHAPTER      40         RUSTY   PART  2

RUSTY'S POV

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“Hi Sam….  You look…. you look lovely tonight,”   I told her, almost speechless.

She then guided us inside her place.    I found out that it’s their pet shop.     Amazing how she converted their store into a party place.      There were aquariums all over the place.    Impressive.

I said hello to everyone along the way.    

Then I saw the panic on her face when we found out there were no food on the table anymore.      Of course, Theodore and Yosef gave me a deadly look.     

Sam went somewhere and when she came back, she guided us into another room.     It was such a surprise when we were greeted by a bunch of people.    Then we got introduced.    Apparently, those are Sam’s family.     Her mom was so bubbly and friendly.    I now know where she got it from.    Her dad, on the other hand, was kinda serious and made me nervous.     From what I've heard, it’s always the dad that’s harder to please.     

I was also embarrassed at one point because freaking Theodore pushed me towards Sam’s parents.    I had no other choice but to mano.    Ayoko namang ma-bad shot.       Her mom seemed to be pleased but her dad was still eyeing me.     I almost had a nervous breakdown.      

The tension was broken when Sam’s mom started setting all the food on the table.      Thank goodness.     Theodore and Yosef helped themselves right away.    The food was excellent.    From what I’ve heard, Sam’s mom cooked most of it.   Kaya naman pala siya malusog.  Hehe.     

As I was eating,  I scanned the room briefly.      I noticed that the phone was on a table that’s under a stairway.    I wonder if that’s where she spoke to me on the phone.   

I thanked and complemented her mom after we ate.    She was so happy to hear that we enjoyed what she cooked.     The lasagna was definitely the bomb.      

We went out after to the room where everyone else was.    Sam’s friends were still dancing when we decided to just sit around for a while.

I was taken aback when Rolf approached Sam and asked her to dance with him.     He also gave me a look.   What was wrong with him?!   

I was playing it cool like it wasn’t bothering me at all.       But I was mistaken.      I stood up and walked out when I couldn’t take it anymore.    Is this really what jealousy is like?    Because if it is,  it SUCKS!      

“Huy Rusty.   Are you ok?”   Theodore asked me.    Apparently Theodore and Yosef followed me outside.     

“I’m ok.”

“Are you sure?”

“Just leave me alone.    I just need to take a break.”

“Dude, we’ll stay here with you.    Hindi ka lang namin guguluhin,”  Theodore replied reassuringly.  

 I was pondering why it bothered me so much to see Sam with Rolf that close.    That was when I realized how my feelings for her have grown.    Again, how did this all happen?

I was still pondering about my feelings when Rolf approached us.    

“Rusty, puwede ba tayong mag-usap?”   he asked.

Whatever it was that he wanted to talk about, I was prepared to fight for my feelings for Sam.     There’s no way that I was gonna back out if that was what he  was going to ask me.     

But I was surprised to find out that he’s basically giving up Sam for me???      He threatened me that if I hurt Sam, he’d give me hell about it.     I assured him that it would never happen.     He’s a good friend to Sam after all.     I give him props for that.    What he did was admirable.     He gained my respect for him.     We shook hands and he left.

I went back to the party and looked for Sam.      I was so happy and relieved after I spoke to Rolf.    But if I couldn’t tell Sam how I feel just yet, I have to show her at least.     

As soon as  i saw her, I couldn’t contain my happiness.     I guess I was smiling at Sam the whole time.  I hope she was not weirded out.   

Boy, I couldn’t really breathe when she’s around me.    Typical Sam, she misinterpreted and thought that an electric fan would help.    I instantly grabbed her hand to stop her from leaving.   I just wanted her to be with me.   I also held her close when she lost her balance.    I wonder if she could hear my heartbeat at that time.    My heart  was beating so loud and fast.      

Everyone started teasing us and played a song for us.    They played ‘All My Life’.     I just had to dance with her.    

Her closeness gave me goosebumps all over my body, almost electrical.    I couldn't help myself but stare at her the whole time.    Her skin’s so smooth.    Her nose is so cute.   I liked her smell.    She has captivated every inch of my heart.     

“Kiss!  Kiss!   Kiss!”  , the crowd demanded.

Inherently, I complied and gave her a kiss on her forehead.     Sa forehead lang, out of respect.   She seemed shocked and  blushed.     The crowd went wild.   

The song was still playing in the background.  

“Yes I pray that you feel the same way too…..”      

I mouthed those words with the song.      Sure I still couldn't muster the courage to tell her how I feel but the song pretty much presented how I feel for her.     Sigh.      

I’m still smiling at the thought of Sam’s face.    Para na akong nababaliw.     I don’t know if there’s any medicine for this.      Patay.   

As I lay on my bed, I remembered the mess I have with Daphne.    I have to deal with her first thing on Monday, I thought.        

I couldn't wait to see Sam on Monday.     I wonder if she saw my note in the gift bag.    She didn’t really mention anything about it when I talked to her.     Will she show up under the mango tree?    I really hope so.