Running with Scissors

Seven

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Alden stayed at his condo the night before the wedding dahil di sila pwede magkita. Meng's siblings were all excited about it. She called Liz Uy to ask for a simple white dress.

The wedding will be held in their house to avoid prying eyes and ears.  The judge-relative came alone kasi nga super secret wedding ang magaganap.

Unknown to Maine, Alden had the rings he bought previously (the eternity ring and the wedding rings used on their KS wedding), re-set for their REAL wedding bands.

"Mahal, pasensya ka na sa bilis at simpleng wedding bukas ah. I promise I will give you the best wedding any woman can dream of."

"Ano ka ba? Ok lang yon, ang importante ngayon is pwede na tayo magkasama lagi. Yun lang importante sa akin."

"At pwede na tayo mag-honeymoon. Whoo-hoo!"

"Hahaha I knew it! Yon talaga pakay mo eh."

The civil wedding ceremony went without a glitch. It was simple and solemn and fast. Only their immediate family is present plus Leysam, Mama Ten and Ate Pat. All phones were confiscated. Sam is their official photographer but Alden & Maine kept all the pictures. For their eyes only. For now..

After the wedding, Alden spent time away for a few days because he's tying up some loose ends. Making sure all his commitments are in order. He asked M to stay in Bulacan while he's gone.

On the other side of the fence, the war rages on. When Alden came back, they both decided to execute Plan B ASAP. Plan A is out of the equation since they are both bound by a contract. So the need to run away is essential.

She didn't see Alden for four days since the wedding. They only talk on the phone through video calls. They had to make do, for them to be able to pull off Plan B with as little hitch as possible.

Nanay, Tatay & Daddy Bae are inside the van with them going to the private hangar where they will be taking off via a private plane to Hong Kong. They were all quiet, the sadness is palpable. They're not sure when they'll see Alden & Maine again.

"Umm, gusto ko lang po malaman nyo na wala pong nangyari sa 'min ni Maine noong na-late kaming umuwi. Pero buo na po ang desisyon namin magpakasal. Gusto ko lang po i-klaro sa inyo na hindi po namin sinira ang tiwala ninyo sa 'min."

The parents were a bit surpised by Alden's sudden revelation. They just exchanged glances and Nanay squeezed his hand.

"Wag kayong mag-aalala, aalagaan ko ng mabuti si Maine. Magdasal na lang tayo na bumalik na sa dati ang lahat para makabalik kami agad dito."

Maine kept silent, she doesn't trust herself to be able to speak, she's been trying to remain calm and brave. She didn't want their parents to worry about them.

It was time to board the plane, she hugged her parents tight, her heart heavy. They all promised to keep all lines of communication open. Alden gave last minute instructions to his dad and they also hugged.

"Gusto ko ng apo, ASAP ah." Daddy Bae whispered.

"I'll try my best, dad." Alden chuckled.

They quickly ran up the air-stair to the plane. He noticed Maine's eyes are all too bright due to unshed tears. He enveloped her in a hug, rubbing her back, she quietly sobbed on his chest as the plane pulled out towards the runway.

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The villa is small but luxurious, with just the Master's bedroom and a smaller bedroom, across the hall on the second floor.  There's a welcome fruit basket in the bedroom plus scented candles and massage oils with a note that says, "Enjoy your honeymoon!"  Maine smiled, may nadulas na naman, hay nako!

"I'll just take a shower." She said, suddenly shy, avoiding his penetrating gaze. She covered her mouth with her hand in surprise at what she saw inside the bathroom.

There are different kinds & sizes of candles all over the bath. Petals of red roses are scattered on the floor. Jeez! Kaka-awkward naman 'to, she thought nervously.

Everything happened so fast, she's still trying to grasp that they are married. And this is their honeymoon! This is the first time it dawned on her. This is their first night as husband and wife! O.M.G!

After her bath, while donning on her robe inside the bathroom, she wondered where Alden is, the place is just too quiet. She quickly went outside in search of him.

He's by the door of their bedroom, bringing their luggage. She brought her overnight bag near the bed. She then held his hand and led him to the bathroom.

"Baka magulat ka, tadaaaahh!" Showing him the inside of the bathroom.

"Ang harot ng banyo no?" She giggled.

"Hahaha! Wow!" He chuckled.

"Sige mag-shower ka na, ako na maglabas ng pantulog mo."

She went back to her luggage to find her sleep wear. Where on earth are her pajamas??? All she can find are sexy, lacy babydoll nighties!!! OH SHIT!!! Sasakalin ko talaga si Colleen!!! Arrrgh! Kahit mga pambahay nya, puro camisoles and short, shorts!

She didn't notice Alden standing by the bathroom door, looking at her.

"Umm, mahal, is there anything wrong?"

"Ha? Wala, umm, may hinahanap lang ako." She looked up distractedly to see him with nothing but a towel around his waist! Jusko mahabagin!