The grasp on the handle tighened. Kitang-kita ko ang pamumula ng mukha niya. Hindi ko inalis ang tingin at hinintay kung ano ang gagawin niya. I was still grinning, which made him even more furious. That wasn't enough compared to the years he had been bugging me.
Tahimik ang paligid at ramdam na ramdam ko ang tensyon. All eyes were on us. I don't like attention but there's no backing up now. This man will learn his lesson.
Hindi na yata siya makapaghintay na dumating ang araw ng palaro.
"Oops, sorry," I said, repeating the same words he stated before. It added fuel to the fire, and that was how I like it more.
Mabilis siyang tumayo, mabuti at napigilan 'yon ni Katorse.
"That's it, hold him up. If you don't, I'll strangle you two using your tongues," I stated.
Matapos no'n ay ibinalik ko na ang paningin sa harap. Wala akong pakialam sa hitsura niya ngayon o sa kung ano man ang reaksyon ng iba sa paligid. Ito ang unang pagkakataong pinatos ko si Onse.
But I still could hear his blabbers and tantrums. Geez! I am tempted to do even worse but I had to restrain myself. I won't like the punishment.
"Uno, you should have let it pass."
My eyes settled at her dark orbs. Dos was looking at me, with an empty emotion displayed in her beautiful face. Her long hair was arranged neatly in a bun, reminds me of doll Doctor Brew used to lure young students in doing the test.
I didn't bother to answer. Hindi naman kami nag-uusap bukod sa kung kailangan lang. Those times were during physical trainings and sessions.
My thoughts were disturbed by a sound of something sharp travelling the air and was aiming at me.
Madali akong lumingon at sinalo ang kutsilyong kaninang hawak ni Onse.
"Oh, let me teach how to throw."
And with that, I sent the knife flying back to the rightful owner.
Onse immediately made a move avoiding the hit. Such a pity. A small smile formed from his lips as he was about to turn his gaze to me.
Natuwa naman ako sa sunod niyang naging reaksyon. Was it shock mixed with fear? He didn't expect me standing infront of him within such a short time. And before he could even lift a finger, my hand was in his collar.
Katorse caught the knife. "Oh no you don't."
I gave him a light kick and snatched the blade.
Onse tried to get off my grip but I smashed his head into the table.
"Do not test my patience, Onse."
This was enough.
Nang sulyapan ko ang paligid nakita ko ang estudyanteng nakatutok ang mga paningin sa amin. Some were surprised and I even saw the same expression within Dos and Siyete's face. Though it lasted for seconds.
Tres was grinning wide, she did enjoy the little show.
Pinaikot ko ang patalim sa kamay at itinusok ito sa lamesa katabi ng ulo ni Onse.
Tumalikod na ako at akmang babalik sa dating puwesto nang mapansin ang tingin ni Tres. I looked back just enough to save myself from the incoming strike from Onse.
Pinitik ko tapos nang bahagya ang kamay niya at tumalbog ito pabalik sa kanyang mukha. The knife he had made a slight cut in his cheek. Oh, it's not my fault anymore. Kamay niya ang nakasugat sa kanya. His blood doesn't even smell enticing.
I smirked. "Don't play dirty, Onse. Have a dignity for yourself."
For sure he had the day of his life, and I was thankful I'm a part of it. Some should burst his bubble, and I just volunteered to be the first.
