Chapter 13

• Lyken •

"I went up to my unit first. Then I waited for 30 minutes before texting her to come up. We started kissing as soon as I opened the door,” looking at them one by one, checking their reactions, but they’re just quietly listening to me.

“I was shocked at first but lust got a hold of me so I gave in. I led her towards my room and we had some sort of foreplay in there. He gave me a head. But after that, I stopped her. I told her we can't go further than that. She understood but she asked me if she can sleepover so I let her stay,” I paused to let out a sigh, waiting for any violent reaction from them, but they remained quiet.

“The next day, I woke up and she's nowhere to be found. When I checked my phone, that's the only time I saw the calls I missed from Honey. Then I read the message, that Jada’s missing."

They were all staring at me like I'm a ghost after telling them everything. I was waiting for someone to punch me but they were calm.

I know how much these guys love Jada and Honey. They'll kill for them because they know that Kobe and I love those women.

Hopefully, they would still treat me as a friend after what they've heard. But I’ll understand if they’ll get mad.

"You’re indeed an asshole, dude. What if Jada saw what you did?” Steve breaks the silence.

I looked at him, my forehead creased. ‘What if he’s right? What if Jada did see something she’s not supposed to see?’

“That’s not possible, dude. Remember she was sick that time? She wasn’t even able to join our part. Besides, she would have confronted him right there and then. Have you forgotten what she did at the soccer field when she found out Ly kissed another woman during our team party?” Robin reasoned.

But Kobe remained silent. He’s muted, as if he’s thinking about something, but no one knows who. After a few seconds, he just looked at me and shook his head.

"You messed up man. Big time!" then he turned around and walked out of the restroom.

We followed him back to the KTV room and it was Jada who was singing. Before Robin can get past her, she quickly pulled him and wrap his arm around her waist.

She was dancing sexily at him. if it was someone else, she would have been misinterpreted. I looked at Kobe but he just shrugged at me.

Robin looked at me to and he did the same. He was quick to sit down when Jada let go of him, as she continue to sing.

"That's right baby ~ I'm going crazy. I need to be your lady ~ I've been thinking lately. That you and me ~ yes we can make it. Just ride with me ~ roll with me. I'm in love with you ~ baby."

As she sings, she sat on my lap, facing me. she started to grin slowly and after saying ‘baby’, she kissed me before standing up.

I wasn’t able to hold back my emotion. I saw everyone shocked at what she did so I grabbed the mic from her and threw it on the couch.

"Where's your bag?" I asked, irritated, but she wasn’t able to respond immediately.

Robin then pointed at it and I quickly grabbed it before pulling Jada out of the KTV room. She didn’t even refuse, she just let me.

When we were out, Jada leaned on my car before taking her bag from me. she then took out a cigarette stick then lit up before facing me.

"What do you think you're doing?" she asked sweetly.

Yes, she sounded so sweet it confused me. I was expecting she would be mad after what I did, but that didn’t happen.

I can’t comprehend what was going on so I just pulled her towards the passenger seat. Opening the door for her, I waited for her to get inside then I closed the door.

I have to take her to my unit right now or I don't know what she'll do next. She looked like she can’t be stopped with what she was doing.

If that’s the case, then I have to do it. I have to make her stop, regardless of whether I have to do it by force or not. Fortunately, that didn't happen.

She was just sitting quietly when I get in the car. when I turned the engine on, she just let out a sigh before leaning back.

"Where are you taking me Lyken Fontanilla?" she asked again, sweetly.

I almost smiled. I really like it when she calls me by my full name. But I also realized that this isn’t the right time to be happy or excited about anything.

"I'm taking you home Jadanela" I answered thru gritted teeth.

I intentionally emphasize her name so she’d know that I didn’t like what she’s been doing. That’s how we were back then when we’re arguing.

But this time, I'm not sure if stressing her first name out still has the same effect on her. I still hope it does.

She remained quiet while looking outside the window. After a few minutes, she moved to lean on my shoulder, her eyes closed and still mum.

I let her in that position though my shoulder feels weak because of her effect. I wanted to hug her but I held back.

When we arrived at my condo building, I opened the door for her after parking the car. he reached out for my head for support and she didn’t let go until we reached my unit.

As soon as she was in, she went straight to the couch, bowing her head and cupping it with her hands. I went to the kitchen to get water for her.

I knelt in front of her, hand her the glass of water and she smiled sweetly as she accepts it. she just took a sip from it before placing it on top of the coffee table and hugging me.

“I missed you, Ly,” she whispered, “You still smell good.”

I can feel her warm breath on my ear and neck and that gave me the chills. I wanted to stay in that position but she let go of me, sliding down the couch to lean back.

Looking at her, I wanted to ask why she's doing the things she did earlier. But she looks tired so I held back. Maybe this isn’t the right time.

I took my phone from the table to send Kobe a message that I’m at home with Jada. He quickly responded, telling me that it was fine and that he’ll just let everyone else know.

"Are you ok?" I asked as I put my phone back on the table. she just nodded at me, “Do you want to rest?” I asked again.

I was a little surprised when she laid down, positioning her head on my lap. “Can you carry me inside?” she whispered, eyes still closed.

I slowly stood up then scooped her up and take her inside the bedroom. Laying her down gently on my bed, I turned around right after.

Before I could take a step, she pulled me and motioned the space next to her. I got what she was trying to say so I laid down.

She then threw her arms across my body before whispering to my ears. "Stay here please."

What she said sent bolts of thunder to my spine. My breathing hitched. I wanted to pull and embrace her, just as I’ve always wanted since earlier, but I chose not to move.

I don't want to disturb her. I’m content seeing her face and knowing that she’s resting comfortably.

After a couple of minutes in that position, I still can’t close my eyes. I was just staring at her while she was letting out soft sighs.

It just feels good to have her next to me. I was hoping it’s the same tomorrow. That when I wake up, everything is alright between the two of us. No problems, no complications.

I then felt her moving, snuggling closer to me. I can feel her breath on my neck with a hint of alcohol, tobacco, and mint.

My flexible stick reacted but I forced myself to ignore it. I shouldn’t be thinking sexually of her.

Jada placed her leg on top of me, her leg resting on my pet. I don’t know if she can feel it but I saw her smiling naughtily, I was embarrassed.

I suddenly want to jump off of the bed and run away from her. But even if I want to, I can’t because I feel her hand inside my shirt.

I felt her warm palm caressing my chest, running it up and down up to my stomach. I let out a frustrating sigh.

‘What kind of punishment is this?!’