Tempted by Temptations

Epi Eight

(Phone Chats Conversation)

Jannah : Where are you madame??

Jannah: I came by at the office and your boss says your on sick leave??

Jannah: I searched your apartment to ensure that you were okay, but unfortunately, I couldn't find you. Please let me know how you are doing

My reply: Sorry Jannah, it's an urgent proposal. I'm currently in Tagaytay.

My reply: I mean, not yet, but in an hour, we'll arrive.

Jannah: WHAAAAAAAAAAT??

Jannah: Holy shit??

My reply : Gosh your making me nervous. I too don't know why I accepted the offer to come with him.

Jannah: Stay safe there, Khadija. Remember to think before you act and avoid making any rash or unwise decisions. Your well-being is important, so please be cautious and make smart choices!

Truthfully, I'm not sure why I agreed. I think I was just looking for an adventure or new experience. I haven't charged - I still have a tendency to not think about the consequences.

And guess what? I haven't ridden on a plane before, and I'm still ignorant about the check-in and check-out procedures.

I refuse to feel humiliated just because I am the only girl with them. Fortunately, I know Ali Kemal, who has been in the Philippines for seven years. Despite being a Casanova, he still respects and values women."

We were picked up by a van from NAIA Terminal 3 and swiftly transported to Tagaytay, a journey that took roughly two hours. As a result of our exhaustion, we remained silent throughout the trip, with no words exchanged among us.

"Is there anything I can assist you with, my lady?" Ahmed inquired firmly, extending his hand as I got off the van. We have arrived in Tagaytay.

Ahmed and his two friends are enthusiastically celebrating Oman National Day, and he confidently shared to me that there are many other Arabs who also join in the festivities.

Upon entering the Highlands hotel, I felt his reassuring hands around my waist. It was interesting to see a group of Arabs wearing their traditional thobe and iqal.

As I looked at myself on the mirror wall, I couldn't help but feel like a true adventurer. I looked great! My outfit was on point with black denim shorts, a black spaghetti strap top, and a white long-sleeved polo on top. And let's not forget my plain white Vans shoes, which were the perfect finishing touch to complete my look. Ahmed offers to carry my small backpack another gentleman gestures of him. The only bag that's I'm carrying now is my small sling bag.

As soon as we stepped into the lobby, I couldn't help but notice something unusual. To my surprise, every single person in the room was staring directly at Ahmed. It was a bit unsettling, but I quickly gathered my thoughts and regained my composure. Ahmed noticed my reaction and calmly guided me forward. Ahmed's hands came to my rescue and I decided not to make a fuss about their all eyes looking at Ahmed.

As soon as Ali Kemal finished negotiating with the front desk officers, he handed me a key card. I noticed that there were only three key cards, instead of four. We walked outside and waited for the van to take us to our villas, where we rested before the ceremony started in a few minutes.

"Ahmed, thank you so much!" I exclaimed, my voice oozing with gratitude. With a swift motion, I secured the key card into my sling bag.

Ali Kemal was left in the lobby to chat with some other Arab nationals.