Epilogue

"So all you're gonna do here is haul yourself into my apartment?" Xaña said as she dropped onto the bed where her brother, Xavier, had been lying all day.

Xavier's hands blindly searched the bed for a pillow to cover his ears, but Xaña had already taken them and thrown them on the floor.

Xavier groaned in annoyance and irritation.

Xaña lazily stared at her brother, who was lying on his stomach, half of his body covered with the bedsheets.

"I'm tired, Xaña. Just... just go to work and let me rest!"

Sinampal ni Xaña ang likod ni Xavier. Napadaing si Xavier sa lakas ng pagkakasampal ng kanyang kapatid sa kanyang likod. Kita ni Xaña na nagmarka ang kanyang palad sa likod ng kapatid pero hindi siya nakonsensya doon.

"I thought you didn’t go back to the Philippines with the crew because you wanted to chill, relax, and wander around?"

Xavier groaned. "I just wanted to rest!"

"Tsk! You know it's the best season here in London! It's springtime. It's the perfect time to roam around, walk, and get drunk! I know the best bar around. You should try it yourself." Sulsol pa ni Xaña sa kapatid. "Hindi ka laging magkakaroon ng time to idle and chill, Xavier. Once bumalik sa sa Pinas... magiging busy ka na ulit."

Tamad na tumihaya si Xavier at saka tumingin sa mababang ceiling ng apartment ni Xaña. Alibi lang ni Xavier na natutulog siya o magpapahinga. Because he cannot sleep a wink with the bustling cars and busy streets just meters below.

"Don't just lock yourself up in here. Try to go out and roam around, Xavier. I know what you're going through right now isn't easy. What you had with Kyline... you'll get through it!" Xaña reached for her brother's hand. "If Lola Marcila and Lolo Handro saw you like this... they would be sad."

Tingin ni Xavier kaya rin siya naging artista at medyo nagtatagumpay na sa kanyang career dahil magaling siyang magtago ng feelings. Magaling siyang magpanggap.

Tanggap na ni Xavier na wala na talaga sila ni Kyline. He is below Kyline's status, which is why her parents are pushing them to part ways. However, things become more complicated when they learn that Kyline is pregnant with his child. Kyline's parents want the baby gone—they are pressuring her to abort the poor and innocent life. Iyon ang hinding-hindi papayagan ni Xavier. He negotiated with Kyline's parents to allow the child to be born, promising that he would take care of the child alone. Kaya ni Xavier na buhayin ang kanyang anak na mag-isa.

"I'll be a father soon, Xaña. Papalakihin ko ang bata na... ako lang. I think I can take care of the child and am capable of giving them a good future. But... I'm afraid of whether I'll be a good father. Anyone can be a father, a parent, but not all of them will be a good father or a good parent. And that scares me!" Xavier voiced, gesturing with his hands. "I don't care about Kyline anymore. I only care about the child she's carrying."

Umusog ni Xaña at saka niyakap ang kapatid. She could feel her brother's hesitation and fear. Xaña rubbed his back and hummed a few encouraging words.

"Our parents may leave us too soon. But I know... you'll be a great father, Xavier. You are not alone, brother. I'm here... and so are Lola and Lolo Handro. They’ll be at your disposal too!"

Xaña pushed Xavier gently and looked into his face. She cupped his cheeks and stared into his bloodshot eyes.

"You'll be a great father, Xavier. Trust me on that."

"Thank you... thank you, Xaña."

Xaña's lips curled into a smile before she let go of his face.

"Go wash up and take a stroll. There's a good bar not too far from here."

Matamlay na ngumiti si Xavier.

"Kakatapos lang ng shoot namin kahapon sa Buckingham Palace."

"Yeah! Pero hindi ka sumali sa wrap up party ninyo kahapon! Lagyan mo naman ng konting alcohol ang katawan mo bago ka umuwi sa Pilipinas. I know there are good bars in BGC when you head home but try some cocktails here." Encourage pa ni Xaña sa kapatid.

Umalis si Xaña sa kama ni Xavier at saka tinungo ang pinto.

"Will you join me?"

Nilingon ni Xana ang kapatid na gulong-gulo ang buhok, umiling si Xaña. "Sorry, brother. I have some things to fix at my work. Maybe next time." Xaña said before twisting the doorknob.

"Wait!" Tawag ulit ni Xavier sa kapatid.

"Yes?"

"Saan... saan iyong sinasabi mo na nags-serve na masarap na cocktails?"

Xaña's lips tug into a smile as she points her fingers in a direction. "Just head north and look for Cahoots Underground. Really, it's actually an underground station, and they've transformed it into a hidden cocktail bar just beneath the bustling street!" She winks at her brother before making her exit.

Muling naibagsak ni Xavier ang katawan sa kama nang mawala ang kapatid at saka tumingin sa nag-iisang bintana ng silid. The yellow hues of the sky gradually deepened into vibrant shades of orange, signaling the imminent arrival of night.

Isang marahas na buntong hininga ang pinakawalan ni Xavier bago bumangon sa kama at saka kumuha ng towel para maligo.

At the same time, Lawrence was busy taking videos of himself and the view around him. He was capturing images of the streets, buildings, and the sky above, which was a mix of deep indigo and scattered stars, with occasional clouds drifting by. The atmosphere seems to blend modern urban energy with the quiet stillness of the night. The towering structures are illuminated with vibrant lights, casting a soft glow across the surrounding streets. The air is crisp, with a gentle breeze carrying the cool remnants of the day.

Spring in London is a vibrant and refreshing time. The city comes alive with blooming flowers, longer daylight hours, and milder temperatures. That’s why Lawrence was dressed in only his beige trousers, shirt, trench coat, and ankle boots. He had a bag slung over his back and was wearing a bonet hat.

As Lawrence made his way to BT Tower, he paused to review his pictures, reliving the moments captured through his lens. Napangiti si Lawrence sa mga magagandang kuha niya sa lugar na pinuntahan. Hindi siya nagsisi na sa London siya nagbakasyon dahil sulit na sulit niya ang ganda ng spring season. After winter, the city awakens from the cold and white snow; that is why parks and gardens burst into life with blooming flowers such as daffodils, cherry blossoms, and tulips.

Lawrence is not surprised when he bumps into more people during his vacation because that is when people begin to enjoy outdoor cafes, street markets, and riverside walks along the Thames. During his vacation, Lawrence also encounters some cultural festivals, including Easter celebrations, the Chelsea Flower Show, and various art exhibitions, giving the city a lively, refreshed feel after the winter months

The surrounding area is relatively quiet at night, with the hum of distant traffic echoing through the streets. Nearby buildings reflect the tower’s lights, creating a shimmering effect on the glass and metal facades.

"Wow!" Lawrence breathes out as he indulges his eyes in the view before him. He is on top of the BT Tower and is speechless at the view it offers!

From certain vantage points, Lawrence catches glimpses of the city's skyline, with its iconic landmarks like the London Eye and The Shard faintly visible in the distance. The atmosphere feels both serene and alive, as the city continues to pulse with energy while the night wraps it in a cool embrace.

Lawrence decides to take a bus to his condo, but before that, he decides to swing at Cahoots Underground, situated in the heart of Soho, to eat and get some alcohol.

"Good evening!" Salubong ng isang staff kay Lawrence.

"H-hi!" si Lawrence, he is still amazed by the warm welcome from the staff! Then, a staff member led Lawrence to his seat.

Lawrence discreetly scanned the area. The interior decor includes vintage signage, old wooden train carriages repurposed as seating areas, and retro paraphernalia like old maps, newspapers, and station announcements. The staff dress in period uniforms, and swing music from the 1940s plays in the background. The cocktails are creatively presented, often served in tin cans, teapots, or quirky containers.

Lawrence ordered arancini, toasties, wasabi peas, and an espresso martini for his drink! Hindi maiwasan ni Lawrence na mamangha sa napaka-babait na ang staff ng lugar at sobrang lively!

Tinatapos na ni Lawrence ang kanyang espresso martini nang may marinig siyang kalabog! He just had the best martini of his life, but it was interrupted by some commotion!

Ayaw ni Lawrence na madamay pa sa konting komosyon ng lugar kaya inabot niya ang kanyang espresso at nilagok bago sinukbit ang sling ng kanyang bag sa balikat bago tinahak ang daan ng exit!

"I can find m-my way h-home!" A drunk voice caught Lawrence's attention.

Despite the fact that Lawrence didn't have intimate contact with Xavier, he recognized his idol's voice! Kaya naman napalingon doon si Lawrence. At ganon na lamang ang kinagulat ni Lawrence nang makita ang kanyang ultimate crush na akay ng isang britanyang babae!

Pakiramdam ni Lawrence nalaglag ang kanyang panga at tumigil ang kanyang hininga sa kanyang lalamunan!

"Don't touch me! I can go home myself!" Pagmamatigas ng lasing na si Xavier at saka pilit na kinukuha ang kamay ng babae.

Tinampal-tampal ni Lawrence ang pisngi dahil baka namamalikmata lang siya ngunit si Xavier talaga ang kanyang nakikita!

Nang makabawi si Lawrence sa gulat, tinungo niya ang kinaroroonan ni Xavier na lagong-lagong na!

"M-miss, wait! I know him! I know him!" Protesta ni Lawrence.

"Really? He’s really wasted and has smashed some glass here. I just wanted to send him home."

Kumuha si Lawrence ng bills sa kamyang wallet at binigay sa babae.

Nginitian ni Lawrence amg britanyang babae.

"I-I can take him to his home! Thank you!" Agap ni Lawrence at saka kinuha ang braso ni Xavier mula sa babae at siya na ang umakay sa lalaki palabas!

Napamura si Lawrence. Gabing-gabi na at malamig kaso pinagpapawisan siya dahil sa bigat ng katawan ni Xavier na naka-akbay sa kanya.

"W-who are you? Are you my s-stalker?"

"Fan mo ako pero hindi ako stalker, 'no!" si Lawrence at napangiwi dahil sa bigat ni Xavier.

"Really?"

Suminghap si Lawrence nang maramdaman ang hininga ni Xavier sa kanyang batok!

"Oh, you... mmm, you smell so good!"

Uminit ang pisngi ni Lawrence!

"T-teka! Saan ang bahay mo? I mean, ang inuuwian mo, Xavier?"

Bigong makakuha ng matinong sagot si Lawrence kay Xavier kung kaya't dinala niya na lang ang lalaki sa pinakamalapit na hotel na kanyang nakita. Laking pasalamat ni Lawrence nang may staff ng hotel na tumulong sa kanya upang makarating sila sa kwartong aakupahin!

Parang lantang gulay na si Xavier na nakahiga sa kama pero para sa paningin ni Lawrence, mas presko pa ito sa gulay na kakapitas lang mula sa puno nito!

Lumuhod si Lawrence sa gilid ng kama at pinakatitigan si Xavier na namumula ang mukha at wala nang kamalay-malay sa nangyayari dahil sa kalasingan!

"Ang gwapo mo nga!" Kinikilig na wika ni Lawrence.

"Nagpapakabaliw pa ako kung saan kita makikita o mam-meet pero... dito lang pala kita makikita sa London!" Kausap ni Lawrence sa lasing na si Xavier!

"Sayang hindi tayo makakapagpicture dalawa!" Dreamy na untag ni Lawrence. "Hindi naman ako ganon kabastos para picture-an ka na lasing, Ultimate Crush!"

"Teka! Papa-autograph ako sa'yo!" si Lawrence at mabilis na binaba ang bag at saka hinanap ang notebook at ang ballpen na dala!

"Yey!" Masayang anas ni Lawrence at umupo sa kama.

Kinuha ni Lawrence ang kamay ni Xavier. "Pirma! Pirma ka rito, Xavier!" si Lawrence.

Sumimangot si Lawrence sa nakapikit na si Xavier dahil hindi na ito marunong humawak ng ballpen dahil sa lasing. "Pirma mo na nga lang ang bayad sa pagdala ko sa'yo dito sa hotel. Hindi mo pa yata mabibigay! Ang mahal pa naman dito dahil suite!" Pagmamaktol ni Lawrence.

Tatayo na sana si Lawrence upang umalis na sa kwarto ni Xavier nang biglang hinila ni Xavier ang palapulsuhan ni Lawrence! Lumipad sa ere ang notebook at ballpen ni Lawrence sa biglaang paghila ni Xavier sa kanya.

Tumalbog ang katawan ni Lawrence sa kama kasabay ng paglagabog ng notebook at ballpen niya sa sahig. Mabilis na pumaibabaw si Xavier sa kanya. Pinaghiwalay ni Xavier ang binti ni Lawrence at saka pumagitna.

"X-Xavier," nauutal na anang ni Lawrence nang kumabog ang kanyang puso sa kakaibang ritmo!

Napalunok si Lawrence nang titigan siya ni Xavier gamit ang asul nitong mga mata. Parang may magnet doon na hinihila at hinihipmotismo si Lawrence.

"I... I cannot repay you..."

Lawrence blinked. "An autograph! That's what I want..."

"Will you be okay if I repay you with... my body?"

"H-huh?" Kinakabahang wika ni Lawrence at pumiglas sa kamay ni Xavier ngunit mas malakas ito!

"You... you are drunk, Xavier!"

"I'm not." si Xavier at saka sumalakay ang kamay ni Xavier sa loob ng damit ni Lawrence.

"Ahh," daing ni Lawrence nang matagpuan nito ang kanyang dibdib!

Lawrence felt an intense urge to slap his own face when something deep within him stirred to life. A shiver ran down his spine, even at the mere touch of Xavier's hand on his chest. The electric sensation ignited a mix of excitement and nervousness that left him breathless.

"P-pagsisihan mo ito..." ungol ni Lawrence at namimigat na ang talukap-mata dahil sa kiliti at sensasyong dala ng palad ni Xavier.

"I'm so glad to meet a Filipino in this foreign land. But I should be the one asking you... baka pagsisihan mo ito?" Xavier's lewd and hoarse voice sends shivers through Lawrence, causing his body to convulse with an intensity he can’t control!

"I... I will not!" Matapang na anas ni Lawrence!

Xavier grinned! That’s all it took when Lawrence felt the thread of his underwear loosen!

Xavier pulled his sweater and t-shirt together at his back and threw them on the floor! Then, he unbuckled his belt and pulled down his jeans and underwear all at once!

When Lawrence saw Xavier’s sensitivity, his blood drained, leaving him pale and breathless as his eyes fixed on Xavier’s long, thick, and fat phallus! It wasn’t fully aroused yet, but it was already erect and looked brutally hard!

Sunod-sunod ang naging lunok ni Lawrence.

"Okay, hands up, baby." Xavier summoned Lawrence, and without objection or resistance, Lawrence obliged Xavier.

Sabay na hinubaran ni Xavier si Lawrence hanggang sa pang-ibaba ni Lawrence. Pati sa boots na suot ni Lawrence ay si Xavier na rin ang naghubad no'n para kay Lawrence. Now, they were both naked on top of the huge bed.

"H-how about my socks?" Lawrence asked Xavier as the latter lifted him to the center of the spacious bed.

"Just leave them as they are," Xavier said nonchalantly.

Walang hirap na pinaghiwalay ni Xavier ang binti ni Lawrence sa isa't isa at saka lumuhod si Xavier sa pagitan ng nakahiwalay na binti ni Lawrence.

Napapatakip si Lawrence sa kanyang mukha dahil iyon ang unang beses na na-expose ang kanyang kahubaran. At kung sinuswerte siya, sa harap pa talaga ng kanyang Ultimate Crush!

Hinagod ni Xavier ang kahubaran ni Lawrence. Xavier admired Lawrence’s flawless porcelain skin, his long fingers gently tracing the contours of Lawrence's body as if it were the most delicate of treasures. Each caress sent a spark through Lawrence, a jolt of electricity that coursed through him, igniting a fire deep within his system.

It was Lawrence's first! He didn't realize he was so sensitive until that moment! So sensitive that he almost had his first release when Xavier grabbed his flat chest and kneaded his two mounds as if they were dough!

"A-ahh!" Ang ungot ni Lawrence nang ibaba ni Xavier ang bibig nito sa leeg ni Lawrence at walang alinlangang sumipsip at kumagat doon na parang gutom na bampira.

"X-Xavier!" Lawrence whined, his toes curling inside his socks as Xavier's other hand found his cave below, pressing against it, rimming it, and circling his thumb over Lawrence's wet and slippery entrance.

"Fuck! You're leaking with your own cum, baby. Do you know that?" Xavier cursed, sucking on Lawrence's collarbone and leaving red marks like trails.

"Ngghh!" Lawrence purred when Xavier inserted two fingers into his den.

"Shit! It’s so tight!"

Lawrence's head pulled back, and his eyeballs rolled up as Xavier began to thrust his fingers into his hole.

It's wet. It's slippery.

Xavier spat on Lawrence's entrance as he rimmed and stretched Lawrence's hole! He felt satisfied and blissful every time he heard Lawrence moan his name.

"X-Xavier, nghh, ahh!" Lawrence grunted relentlessly as Xavier stabbed his three fingers in and out of Lawrence's slimy hole.

Xavier lifted Lawrence's legs over his shoulders before mercilessly shoving his fingers back into Lawrence's hole! Xavier seemed addicted to the sound of his fingers making wet and lustful sounds every time he plunged in and out.

"Dammit! You're dripping so good, baby!" Xavier growled.

"Ahh, mm! X-Xavier, ngghhh!" Lawrence muttered breathlessly, desperate for air.

"Ahhh, ahmm!" Lawrence gasped.

"Fuck!" Xavier cursed sharply as Lawrence's cum spurted like rain.

But that didn’t stop Xavier when he dove his head into Lawrence's twitching and aching pink hole!

Napakapit si Lawrence sa buhok ni Xavier. Nais itulak ni Lawrence ang ulo ni Xavier palayo doon sa kanyang butas ngunit napa-arko na lang si Lawrence sa kanyang katawan nang maramdaman niya ang dila ni Xavier na humahagod sa kanyang butas at pagkuway sinusundot no'n ang kanyang kumikiwal na kweba!

"Aarghh! Ahh! Ahh, ahhm!" Daing ni Lawrence at nararamdaman na naman niya ang kanyang nalalapit na kasukdulan!

Xavier is merciless! He shoves his tongue into Lawrence's hole, brushing and smudging his face against Lawrence's genitals like mad!

“Xavier, X-Xavier, ngghh, ahh!” Lawrence cries as he quivers, his toes curling upwards!

Nang pakawalan ni Xavier si Lawrence, lumupaypay ang katawan ni Lawrence sa kama at tila naubusan ng lakas dahil sa rumaragasang hormon sa kanyang katawan.

Lawrence saw Xavier lick the fluids that smudged on Xavier's mouth!

Akala ni Lawrence tapos na sila ngunit laking gulat niya nang buhatin siya ni Xavier mula sa kama at saka sinandal sa transparent glass na dingding ng suite!

Nanlalaki ang mga mata ni Lawrence nang maramdaman ang lamig ng salamin sa likod.

"X-Xavier,"

"I want to fuck you with the beautiful skyscrapers on your back, baby!" anang ni Xavier bago inangat ang isang binti ni Lawrence.

Napa-kapa si Lawrence sa glass wall at umawang ang labi nang isagad ni Xavier ang humihindik nitong pagkalalaki sa kanyang pwerta! Napikit ni Lawrence ang mga mata at tila nakakita ng bituin sa sakit na dulot nang pagkakasagad ni Xavier!

Nawawalan ng lakas si Lawrence kung kaya't binuhat ni Xavier ang katawan nito at saka sinakop ang bibig upang mahagkan.

Lawrence felt both pain and satisfaction as Xavier took him, pinning his back against the cold glass wall. Xavier's thrusts were anything but gentle; they were ruthless, deep, and hard! Lawrence felt as though his world was shaking, his mind jolted with each of Xavier's powerful thrusts. All he could do was sing and moan Xavier's name into the air. Xavier didn’t hesitate to release his load inside Lawrence as he took him without reservation or remorse.

Mark Lawrence Pov

Nasampal ko ang dibdib ni Xavier matapos niyang isaysay sa akin ang nangyari sa amin sa London! Yawa siya! Alam ko. Naalala ko na naman ang bagay na iyon. Ngunit gustong-gusto ng lalaki na ulit-ulitin ang pangyayaring iyon!

"Heh! K-kung hindi kita tinulungan no'n... b-baka britanya ang babaeng na-ano mo!" Nagpupuyos sa damdamin kong wika.

Nandito pa kami sa ospital dahil nagpapagaling siya sa kanyang natamong sugat dahil kay Marion. Natamaan kasi si Xavier sa balikat nito at tagiliran.

Siniksik ko ang mukha ko sa kanyang leeg upang itago ang pamumula ko! Bwesit!

"Gusto mo ng pirma pero ibang pirma ko yata ang natanggap mo, Rence!" Tawa niya!

Kung hindi lang talaga kami nakahiga rito sa kanyang hospital bed, baka sumimplang na itong si Xavier kaso naawa naman ako dahil nagpapagaling pa siya.

"Tse! Ikaw nga gustong-gusto mo! May pasandal-sandal ka pa sa akin sa dingding!" Paano na lang kung may nakakita sa amin sa ganoong lagay? Baka nasa OnlyFans na kami ngayon!

Umalingangaw ang halakhak niya sa buong room!

"How about you? Gusto mo rin naman iyon. Grabe ka nga kung makakapit sa akin, eh. Parang gusto mo ngang marinig sa buong London ang ung*l mo!"

Nag-init ng husto ang mukha ko dahil sa sinabi niya! "Ahh! Bwesit ka, pangga! Hmp! Gustong-gusto mo nga iyong ungol ko, eh!" Ganti ko.

"Yeah, I like it so d*mn much!" si Xavier saka ako niyakap ng mahigpit.

"Magaling ka na? Uuwi na tayo, pangga?" anang ko habang ang mukha ay nakasiksik pa rin sa kanyang leeg.

"Hmm, I'll tell Xaña na i-discharge na ako."

"Yey!"

"Yey! Maroromansa mo na ako sa bahay!"

Nasampal ko ang matigas niyang t'yan!

"Ahww!"

Mabilis naman akong nakonsensya dahil natamaan ko yata ang sugat niya.

"S-sorry, pangga! Sorry!"

Bumangon ako upang tingnan ang sugat niya kaso kinabig lang ako ni Xavier pahiga sa ibabaw niya.

"Hala! Ang sugat mo, pangga!"

"Okay na ako,"

Tiningala ko siya.

"Talaga?"

"Talaga! Pwede na nga nating sundan si Zion, eh!" aniya saka nagnakaw ng halik sa labi ko.

"Heh!"

Humalik ulit siya sa akin. "Pero... talagang natakot ako, Lawrence. Nang makita ko nang gabing iyon na positive ulit iyong resulta... handa ko na talagang kunin ang buhay ko no'n. Nagsisisi tuloy ako, kasi kung hindi kita pinag-alala ng ganon... hindi ka aalis ng bahay ninyo. Hindi ka sana napahamak at—."

Pinutol ko si Xavier sa pamamagitan ng paghalik sa kanyang labi.

"Ayos lang, pangga. Oo, pinag-alala mo ako pero doon... napatunayan mo na handa kang gawin lahat para sa akin. Pero ayaw ko na ng ganon, pangga! Ayaw kong i-irisk mo ulit ang buhay mo! At least ngayon... alam na natin ang lahat. Alam na natin na anak talaga nating dalawa si Zion at wala kang kinalaman sa nangyari sa akin noon."

Hinaplos ni Xavier ang mukha ko. Naluluha siyang tumango

"Baby, you... y-you don’t know how proud I am of you. You're so brave. You're so strong for fighting through all that torment. I just want to say thank you for surviving. Thank you for not giving up. I love you so much, baby."

"Salamat din, pangga! Salamat sa pag-thank you and received mo sa akin. All of this... sounds impossible and unreachable for me, but you step down and pick me up. You help me gather the broken pieces of my life. You fix the broken parts of me. You patch the holes and flaws in my life! Thank you for loving me as a whole." (Thank you and received— pagtanggap.)

Malamyos ang maging ngiti ni Xavier sa akin. "Thank you as well for rescuing me back then in London, baby."

"Hehehe! Gusto ko nga kasi ng autograph mo noon!"

Ayan na naman ang nakakaloko niyang ngiti.

"Pero sa hotel mo ako dinala. Aminin mo na na gusto mo talagang—"

"Heh! Ikaw nga itong hindi sinasabi kung saan ang tinitirahan mo doon sa London!" Simangot kong wika.

Humagalpak siya ng tawa. "I'm just sad na hindi ko kaagad naalala ang nangyari sa atin. Kung hindi ako nabaril parang hindi ko iyon maalala. Sana pala dati na ako nagpabaril—"

"Xavier Douglas!"

"Sorry, baby! I love you! Don't be mad na sa akin." aniya at humalik na naman sa akin.

Our kiss deepens, becoming more passionate and hungry. Xavier caresses my body, slowly beginning to remove my clothes, when suddenly the door to the room swings open!

"Mami ko! Daddy!" si Zion at saka tumakbo tungo sa amin ni Xavier na naglulupungan dito sa hospital bed.

Nakasunod kay bibi Zion si Kuya Camelot at Kiya Carl na napailing sa akin.

"Rence... bumaba ka d'yan. Hindi ikaw ang ginagamot dito." si Kuya Camelot nang hindi ako umalis sa ibabaw ni Xavier.

Mabuti na lang na bumaba ako dahil dumating din sina Mommy at Daddy tapos si ate Xaña!

Binalita ni Ate Xaña sa amin na nahuli na si Kyline at rolling na ang kaso nito. Sina Kuya naman ay binalita rin sa amin na nailibing na si Maica. Si Marion nahatulan ng habang buhay na pagkakakulong pero nabalitaan ko na lang din na namatay ito sa loob ng presinto. At alam kong may kinalaman doon ang dalawa kong kapatid.

Sa totoo lang parang ordinaryong mga negosyante sila Kuya Carolous (Carl) at Kuya Camelot (Cam) pero alam kong hindi lang iyon ang gawain nila. I know they're part of a certain organization that is beyond the government's reach. Alam kong kasapi sila sa organisasyon na hindi sinusunod ang batas na meron ng gobyerno. Sa organisasyon nila... alam ko may sarili silang batas na sinusunod.

"Don't act so clingy towards that guy." bulong ni Kuya Cam sa akin.

"Bakit ba boyfriend ko na siya, Kuya! Matagal na kaming may price tag, no!" Kibit balikat ko kay Kuya na kinasimangot niya.

"Tsk! Sa amin ka! Hindi ka magiging Faleiro!"

Nag-make face ako kay Kuya Camelot. "Kabahan ka, Kuya, kasi ako ang magp-propose kapag hindi ako inayang magpakasal ni Xavier dahil sa inyo ni Kuya Carl!"

Umawang ang labi ni Kuya sa akin. Susuwayin niya sana ako nang mabilis akong lumayo sa kanila ni Kuya Carl!

Nilapitan ko na lang sila Mommy at Daddy at niyakap sila.

"Sa bahay ka uuwi, anak?" si Mommy.

Lumabi ako. "Hindi, mommy. Aalagaan ko po ang boyfriend ko." Aalagaan ko kahit magaling na! Ganyan ako ka-caring na kasintahan!

"Pero uuwi ka naman sa atin kasama ang apo namin... di ba, anak?" anang naman ni Daddy.

Sa dalawang linggo namin sa ospital at sa dalawang linggo na padalaw-dalaw sila rito. Inamin na rin namin ni Xavier sa pamilya ko ang totoo. At first hindi sila makapaniwala pero kahit isaysay ko pa sa kanila ang karupukan ko sa London wala na silang magagawa sa katotohanan na napirmahan talaga si Xavier ang matres ko! (Napirmahan— napunlaan)

Si Zion dahan-dahan din ang pagpapaintindi namin ni Xavier sa aming anak.

"Oo naman, dad!" Ngisi ko kay Daddy.

Muli akong bumalik kay Xavier at Zion sa kama. Tinulungan ko na si Ultimate Crush ko na boyfriend ko na ngayon sa pagbibihis. Para na rin makahawak ako sa t'yan niya! Namiss ko eh!

"You are making tsansing sa akin, Rence." bulong ni Xavier.

Ahmp! Ang landi kahit audience namin ang pamilya ko at si Ate Xaña! Sayang at wala rito sina Lola Marcila, Lolo Handro, at si Dessa! Ang mga FC ko rin ay wala rito, sina Lina, Arianna, Siray, at friendship Jewel! Sana nakita nila kung papaano ako lumandi at nilalandi ni Xavier!

"Bawal ba?" Tukso ko kay Xavier at hinaplos ang matigas na tiyan.

"Pwedeng-pwede pero baka masuntok at mabugbog ako ng mga kapatid mo."

Napatawa ako ng malakas! Hinalkan ko si Xavier at rinig ko naman ang mga ubo ng mga audience namin. Iyon yata ang tinatawag na audience impact! Charz!

Dalandan na talaga ito, eh! Real na real na kami ni Ultimate Crush!

"Yey! We're going home!" ang anak namin ni Xavier.

"Oo, dong! Uuwi na tayo!"

"Pak! Pak! Ganern-ganern, Mami!"

Tumawa ako at pinugpog ng halik si Zion na nakaupo sa tabi ng kanyang Daddy Xavier. Ahmp! Kapag talaga itong si Xavier gumaling na papakitaan ko ito! Baby niya ako pero hindi pa nakaka-inom ng gatas niya!

"Pak! Pak! Ganern-ganern, dong!" ani ko.

"Pak! Pak! Ganern-ganern, Z!" si Xavier naman na nahawa na sa kabaliwan namin ni Zion!

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