Unbind the Strings

Five

Ano ba 'yan. Naghanda pa naman ako ng magagandang damit saka bagong toothbrush at mga essentials. Hmp. Bakit 'di man lang sinabi sa'kin. I said to myself while looking outside.

"Hindi ba raw siya makakasunod?" Tanong ni Neil.

"Uh, I don't know. Hayaan na natin! Let's make this trip memorable and fun!" Sabi ni Gab at nagpatuloy na mag drive papuntang airport.

Kinuha ko ang phone ko para itext siya.

To: Keane
"Anong nangyari? Are you okay? What's the emergency all about? Wru?"

I put my phone inside my bag and hindi parin siya nag rereply. Ano kaya nangyari 'don?

We finally made it to the airport. I texted my Mom to update her para hindi siya mag alala. I was walking slowly to see if he's coming late. They called me and told me to go inside already.

We just waited for departure in the lounge. They were taking pictures and I'm just staring at my phone. He still haven't responded yet.

We made it inside the plane and I was sitting beside Gab. I was supposed to seat beside him. Argh. Hindi ako mapakali that's why I just watched a movie. Our flight will only last for 2 hours so might as well not sleep nalang.

Ginising ko si Gab para sabihing pababa na kami ng eroplano. She fixed her things and we called out the boys at the back to wake them up.

"Hello Hong Kong!!!!!" Kai said while raising both of his hands.

A van picked us up to drop us in our hotel. We will be staying in the Royal Plaza. We booked 3 rooms. One for Gab's parents. The other one for me and Gab and for the 2 kumags.

Good thing that Gab's parents has their own world and they don't want to interrupt with out itinerary. We rested for an hour inside the hotel before going out to eat our dinner.

"Mag pa deliver nalang kaya tayo? Or room service?" I suggested while lying down facing the bed.

"You don't look good, Cali. I've observed na parang wala ka sa mood. What's wrong? Is it because of Jay?" I looked at her with a worried face.

"Nag aalala kasi ako baka kung ano nang nangyari 'don. He's not replying to my texts." I pouted.

"Ano ka ba. Malaki na 'yun. Nasa tamang edad naman na siya. 'Wag kang mag alala, I'm sure tatawag 'yun sa'yo o 'di kaya'y mag tetext. Wait mo lang." I nodded and went to the shower to freshen up.

"Saan tayo kakain?" I asked Gab while showering.

"Uh, I know a place. Recommended by a friend. We'll go there. Wear something decent, okay?"

"Gaga alangan namang mag two piece ako sa dinner." I said back.

"Hahahaha! I'll be waiting outside." She laughed before closing the door.

I went out ot the shower and blow dried my hair. I just wore a plain black halter dress and a pair of white sneakers. I straightened out my hair and put on some hoop earrings before leaving.

I saw them in the lobby and they looked so nice dressed up decently. What's so special about tonight?

Kai rented a car so we there would be no hassle roaming around and travelling wherever we want. We rode the car and parked it outside the restaurant. It looks fancy and classy. Ang ganda.

"Caprice at Four Seasons Hong Kong invites you to enjoy lunch at this Michelin Star, which offers an extensive wine list and a variety of classic French meals." Binasa ko ang nakasulat sa may labas ng restaurant. Sosyal.

Actually this is a hotel. Caprice offers an extensive selection of wines with Chef Guillaume Galliot’s inventive dishes. The restaurant has different parts including the Lounge. It's located next to the lobby's dramatic glass atrium. There's also a Bar, Sushi Saito and a Pool Terrace.

We asked for the reservation and they led us to an exclusive part of the restaurant. We started to walk inside and I was amazed to see a lot of lights and a music started playing. A guy was standing in front of me facing the glass wall that gives you a nice view of the Victoria Harbour. He was wearing an expensive three piece suit in color black.

"Hi, Cali. Did you miss me?" He said when he turned around and opened his arms waiting for me to come closer.

I ran towards him and gave him the warmest hug I can give.

"I missed you." He said while hugging me tight.

"Where have you been? What's the emergency?" I asked him looking worried.

"This is the emergency. I had to set up everything and book a restaurant right away. I went here earlier than you guys. I texted Gab to tell you na may emergency para hindi ka talaga mag expect na I would come. I'm sorry. Come here." Niyakap na naman niya ako. We swayed through the music. Sana ganito nalang palagi.

"Awww, thank you Keane. I appreciate it." I said while looking into his eyes. He held my waist and I put my head onto his chest while slow dancing. The music stopped and we heard Neil's voice.

"Hindi pa ba kayo tapos bro? Gutom na 'ko." Neil said while giving us a hungry look.

"Alright, take your seats. Let's enjoy tonight's dinner." He said while calling the chef to give us our foods.

Saka ko lang narealize na, alam na pala nila Gab ang tungkol saamin.

"So...uh...kailan niyo pa alam?" I asked them.

"Tagal na naming alam na may gusto 'yan sayo. Torpe kase 'yan masyado kaya tinulungan na namin." Kai said while scrolling through his phone.

I saw how Jay smiled looking embarassed while holding my hand.

"Paano kayo niyan pag umalis na si Jay?" Neil said that made us quiet.

"Hindi muna importante 'yun. Ang mahalaga eh yung ngayon. Shut up old man." Gab said while pointing the bread knife on him. Mas humigpit ang pagkakahawak niya sa kamay ko.

Ayoko rin muna isipin kung saan man siya pupunta. Masaya ako ngayon kaya 'di ko muna 'yun pag tutuunan ng pansin.

"Thank you for preparing this. I really appreciate it." I smiled at him.

He caressed my hair and smiled.

"Wala 'yun. Basta ikaw. I hope I made you happy."

"Oh tara na kainan na!"

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