Scurrilous Affair

Observation

I watched him spin the steering wheel and thought about how can he accommodate me in my shopping rituals. Nagkaroon naman siguro ito ng girlfriend. Sumasama ba siya sa shopping ng girlfriend niya? If yes, he shouldn't come with me. So I am sure, it is his first time then.

"First, let's go inside the Candella," I lively said. My hands automatically curled around his arm as I pulled him on the escalator going up the second floor.

This is the cheapest brand I know for the on-trend casual wear, aside from Hollister and American eagle. I loosened on my hold on his arm as I spotted hipster jeans. It's ripped, acid color, and tight.

A sales lady greeted me and attended my inquiries. I glanced for Shawn and I saw him on the phone, though his eyes are with me. I've motioned him that I will just go in the fitting room, he gave me a winked.

I checked some shirt and belt too. Naubos ang kalahating oras ko roon at sa pila ay may hawak na akong dalawang t-shirt at tatlong pantalon na tight sa akin. I was about to pay it but the cashier just scanned the item and gave to me. I am confused.

"Miss, are you insulting me," I said, my voice is low but I knew her tense about it.

"Enough. Bayad na iyan," bulong sa akin ni Shawn. Hinila na ako palabas sa Candella.

"Why? I have my own money."

"Let's not fight because of that. Are you done or we have to go further?"

I sighed. "Let's go on the other clothing store."

After spending two hours, I got my best pick but everything was paid again by Shawn. I am more worried now. Hindi niya ako responsibilidad at hindi ako mapagsamantala. May trabaho ako at kumikita rin. Iyon nga lang ay mas malaki ang pumapasok na pera sa account ko araw-araw dahil kay Lolo, Daddy at Mommy.

"Anything else, Serene?"

I glared at him very carefully. He is carrying all my shopping bags on the big trolley, while on my arms swinging the killer heels that I wouldn't hesitate to buy. Ang totoo ay marami pa akong gustong bilhin, pero iniisip kong may susunod pa na pagkakataon. Hindi kami naparito para sa luho ko.

"Are you hungry?" he inquired.

We took the other route going into the basement. Tumigil ako sa napansing jewelry store. Elegance. This is my deceased, Auntie's boutique. We didn't make it on her funeral. She told her siblings to keep it private so I highly understand. Besides, I know her as a pure woman with virtuous and dignity. She doesn't like much attention. A filthy rich woman who doesnt act like one. So down to earth. The traits she even shared with Frank and Jyra.

I can't be like them, especially with Jyra. She is the meaning of beyond kindness while I am not.

"Do you want to go inside?"

He broke my reverie. I shook my head. "Next time. And by the way, yes I am starving."

"Kumain muna tayo rito."

"What about your work?"

He shrugged. "I took my leave, Serene."

I frowned. "What? How can we visit your work?"

"Kailangan ko pa rin bumisita mamaya. Huwag ka mag-alala, makakapasyal ka pa rin." He poked my nose and laughed.

Was that mean I can have his time the whole day?

"Hey, wait for me."

Huminto siya sa pagtutulak ng trolley at lumingon sa akin. Naglalaro ang ngisi sa mukha niya ng makalapit ako. I wanted to kick him on the legs but I realized he doesn't deserve that, he is not a jerk just like my cousins. And besides, he is my savior so I have to respect him.