Nicole

I froze mid-reach for my clothes, my hand hovering in mid-air as I felt a sudden rush of adrenaline surge through my veins. I squeezed my eyes shut with a deep inhale, trying to steady my racing heart. Was there someone else here? The thought sent a chill down my spine, and my pulse thundered in my ears like a drumbeat.

Slowly, cautiously, I turned toward the direction of the voice, my eyes widening as they met a pair of intense gunmetal eyes. The man standing before me was a striking figure, his brow furrowed in a deep frown that spoke volumes of his disapproval. His hawkish nose sat above a grim line of lips, his bare torso revealing a physique that was both imposing and captivating—a modern-day Hermes with the strength of a titan.

My thoughts scattered like leaves in the wind as he cleared his throat. Para akong napipilan sa ginawa kong pag-e-estima sa kaniya. Totoo nga ba siya? He didn't look real. He was too perfect to look at.

"Have I passed your standards?" his deep voice cut through the tension. Heat flooded my cheeks as I realized he had caught me checking him out—a mortifying realization that left me feeling exposed and vulnerable.

Before I could gather my wits and form a coherent response, muli siyang nagsalita sa mas mapanganib na tinig.

"How on earth did you get in here?"

"I-I... I..." I stammered, my words faltering in the face of his piercing gaze. I struggled to find the right words, my mind a jumbled mess of embarrassment and anxiety. Shit. Ano bang puwede kong isagot?

Lumingon siyang sandali sa paligid bago muling ibalik ang mga mata sa akin. Mukhang hindi ko na kailangan pang sagutin ang kaniyang tanong, he seemed to find the answer himself, his eyes narrowing as they landed on the barbed wire fence that surrounded the falls.

"Never mind," he muttered, his tone dismissive. "It's no wonder you managed to squeeze through that narrow gap. You're so skinny." His gaze swept over me once more, from head to toe, and I couldn't help but swallow nervously as he lingered on my chest.

Panic surged through me as the realization dawned—I was completely naked in front of this stranger, with nothing to shield my body from his piercing gaze. With a gasp, I instinctively covered my breasts with one hand while the other moved to shield my most private parts, a desperate attempt to preserve whatever modicum of modesty I had left.

Goodness, what had happened to my senses? Kanina pa akong hubad na nakatayo sa harap ng lalaking ito at hindi man lang ako nabahala, ni hindi ko ininda iyon. Hindi ko namalayan! Kung hindi pa bababa ang tingin niya sa aking katawan ay hindi pa ako kukubli. Fuck.

"Puwede bang huwag kang tumingin?!" A groan escaped my lips. I felt exposed, raw, as if every inch of my skin was on display for this stranger to scrutinize.

Kung maaari sana'y bumuka ang lupa upang lunukin ako ng buo. Lalo't imbes mag-iwas ng tingin ay mas lalo pa niya akong pinagmasdan, tahasan at ni hindi man lang tinago ang pamamaraan ng pag-aanalisa niya sa akin.

The stranger chuckled—a sound that sent a shiver down my spine, despite my efforts to remain composed. His amusement only heightened my sense of unease, leaving me even more embarrassed than I already was.

His words landed with the force of a sledgehammer, leaving me breathless and reeling. "No, you quit playing. I know your type. You came here to seduce and throw yourself at me. Too bad I'm not interested."

I was dumbfounded, speechless in the face of such brazen insult. Never in my life had I been spoken to in such a demeaning manner, and the shock left me reeling.

Sa inis na aking nararamdaman ay tuluyan nang nawala ang atensyon ko sa kung ano pa man, kahit pagkakabilad pa ng katawan kong hubad sa kaniyang harapan. I was never confrontational person, pero hindi rin naman ako papayag na basta na lamang niyang insultuhin.

"Anong pinagsasabi mo?" I glared at him in disbelief, my cheeks burning with anger and humiliation. How dare he make such assumptions about me? How dare he reduce me to nothing more than a mere object of desire? Seduce him? Sino ba siya sa tingin niya?

"What a pro," he drawled, his words laced with derision.

I felt a surge of fury coursing through my veins, my hands clenching into fists at my sides. How dare he mock me?

But even as anger bubbled within me, I knew that engaging with him would only escalate the situation further. With a deep breath, I forced myself to calm down, to regain control of my emotions.

Ako pa rin ang mali. I trespassed.

"I see through your plan. Do you think I'd be so easily fooled?" His tone dripped with disdain as he spoke. "Well, I'll give you credit for creativity. Few dare to encroach upon my territory without permission. They understand the consequences of provoking my wrath. I must say, your audacity is impressive. But don't hold your breath. I won't be swayed by your attempt to seduce me."

Ano bang pinagsasabi niya? Tinitigan ko siyang mabuti at halatang kumbinsido talaga siyang nandito ako para akitin siya. Who is this guy anyway? Ni hindi ko nga siya kilala. Gusto kong matawa, tumayo ako ng husto, aware of my nakedness, pumamewang pa nga ako. Tignan niya kung gusto niya hanggang manawa siya. Bakit ko pa tatakpan? Nakita naman na niya ang lahat.

"What an arrogant piece of work you are," I retorted, my emotions a turbulent mix of anger and disbelief. "Just so we're clear, hindi kita kilala at hindi ko alam ang pinagsasabi mo. Naglilibot ako rito sa resort nang mapadpad ako sa magandang talon na ito. Aaminin kong mali ang ginawa kong pag-trespass pero wala akong alam sa pinagsasabi mong inaakit kita."

Despite my efforts to brush off his accusations, I couldn't shake the strange sensation that enveloped me as his fiery gaze burned into mine. If I could just find a way to save face and cover myself again, I would do it in a heartbeat.

"Fine, let's entertain your little charade," he said with a smile that was both indulgent and menacing. Napalunok ako sa kaba dahil hindi ko alam kung ano ang ibig niyang sabihin. Bigla rin akong napaatras sa ginawa niyang paghakbang papalapit. "After all, a little indulgence now and then never hurt anyone."

What game was he playing at? And why did I feel like I was way over my head? With a sinking feeling in the pit of my stomach, I realized that I had stumbled into a situation far more complicated than I could have ever imagined.

But as much as I wanted to retreat, to run away from this strange and unsettling encounter, a part of me was inexplicably drawn to him. Maybe it was the challenge in his eyes or the dangerous allure of his smile. Whatever it was, I knew I was about to embark on a journey that would test my limits and push me to the edge of my comfort zone. And deep down, a part of me couldn't help but wonder what would happen next.

With a swift and unexpected movement, he closed the distance between us, his hand cupping my face gently while the other wrapped around my waist possessively. Before I could even process what was happening, his lips crashed down onto mine in a punishing kiss that left me stunned.

I stood frozen in shock, my eyes wide with disbelief as he continued to ravish my lips with a fervor that took my breath away. His bite was rough, almost painful, eliciting a groan from deep within me before he seized the opportunity to delve his tongue into my mouth, exploring every crevice with an intensity that left me reeling.

A tumult of conflicting emotions swirled within me as my heart pounded in my chest, racing like I had just finished running a marathon. My mind screamed for me to push him away, to put an end to this violation of my personal space. But my body betrayed me, responding to his touch with a chilling thrill that sent shivers down my spine.

I should have felt harassed, abused, but instead, I found myself moaning softly, my eyes fluttering shut as I surrendered to the sensation of his lips on mine. With each passing moment, my resistance crumbled, replaced by an overwhelming wave of desire that clouded my judgment.

Alam kong mali. Alam kong hindi dapat. Pero bakit gusto ko? Gusto ng katawan ko.

"Oh God," I moaned softly, my voice a breathless whisper as his kisses trailed down to my neck, leaving a trail of fire in their wake. I was not surprised when I felt the unmistakable hardness of his member pressing against my femininity, the heat of his desire mirroring my own.

At that moment, rational thought fled, replaced by a primal urge that consumed me completely. I arched into his touch, my body responding instinctively to his every caress as pleasure mingled with desire in a heady cocktail that left me dizzy with need.

I knew I should stop him, push him away before things went too far. Pero tila ako pinapanawan ng lakas para gawin iyon.

As his movements grew more insistent, gently grinding against me, another involuntary moan escaped my lips, mingling with his own as he continued to suck and mark my neck with his fervent kisses. I found myself matching his rhythm, moving my hips in time with his, each motion eliciting a groan of pleasure from both of us.

His lips trailed lower, teasingly grazing over my breast before engulfing my nipple in a gentle suckle that sent waves of pleasure coursing through me. A louder moan escaped my lips as his hand cupped my most intimate part, sending a thrill of anticipation coursing through my body.

I was lost in the moment, consumed by a heady mix of desire and arousal that I had never experienced before. Every touch, every sensation seemed to ignite a fire within me, leaving me gasping for more.

"Hmm," a soft moan escaped one of us, though I couldn't discern whose it was amidst the haze of pleasure that clouded my mind. His fingers continued to play with me, teasing and tantalizing my core until I felt a slight pang of discomfort as he thrust a finger inside me.

But just as I was beginning to lose myself completely in the sensation, a familiar face flashed into my mind, his smiling visage breaking through the fog of desire like a ray of sunlight piercing through storm clouds.

"Oh, Vince..." The words escaped my lips in a breathless whisper, the sound of his name like a spell being cast, bringing me back to reality with a jolt.

Suddenly, as if the spell had been broken, he stopped, withdrawing from me as though doused with cold water. I pushed him away, wrapping my arms around myself in a feeble attempt to shield myself from the sudden onslaught of emotions that threatened to overwhelm me.

I fought back the tears that threatened to spill over, not because I felt violated but because I couldn't shake the unsettling realization that I had enjoyed it. That the pleasure he had given me had felt all too real, all too intense.

What on earth was happening to me? How could I have allowed myself to be swept away by such a forbidden desire, to find pleasure in the arms of a stranger?

"What did you say?" His voice was dangerous, his tone laced with anger that I couldn't find a justifiable reason for. If anyone had a right to be angry, it was me. Siya ang tumawid ng distansya, hindi ako. Siya ang humalik, hindi ako.

He was the aggressor, not me.

"Stop pretending to be a Victorian maiden," he sneered, his words oozing with disdain. "I didn't violate you. You clearly enjoyed it. I could feel it. You were practically begging for it–"

Before he could finish his insulting tirade, my palm connected with his cheek in a swift, resounding slap. It was too late to take it back now, his cheek already flushed with the evidence of my forceful retaliation. Dapat lang naman dahil bastos siya!

My hands were trembling, my entire body shaking with a mixture of anger and indignation. He had made me feel cheap, belittled, and I refused to stand for it.

Well, you are cheap, Nicole Ann Sandejas! a voice in my head screamed, a cruel reminder of the reality of the situation.

"You didn't just hit me," he retorted, his crude stare piercing.

"I-I felt violated!" I accused, glaring at him with disgust.

His lips twisted into a smirk, his gaze unapologetically lewd. "Violation. Sexual abuse. I don't see it that way. You enjoyed it. I could tell by your reaction, your body's response... That's mutual consent, not abuse."

I recoiled in horror at his words, the vulgar imagery he painted leaving a bitter taste in my mouth. How could he be so callous, so insensitive to the gravity of his actions?

"Mutual?" I scoffed, my voice trembling with rage. "There was nothing mutual about what happened. You took advantage of me, and now you have the audacity to justify it with your sickening logic."

But he just continued to smirk, his expression unrepentant. And I realized there was no reasoning with him, no getting through to someone so blinded by their own arrogance and entitlement.

"You even cried out my name."

Those words brought me to a sudden halt. Cried out his name? But I didn't even know his name! Then it hit me like a ton of bricks—I had moaned Vince's name.

Oh, what have I done? Tears of frustration welled up in my eyes as I grappled with the reality of my actions. Vicente and I had shared a deep, loving relationship built on trust and mutual respect. We had always taken things slow, cherishing every moment together. Our intimacy was sacred, reserved for special after we had made a commitment to each other before God.

But now, I had allowed myself to be taken advantage of by a stranger, like a predator to its prey.

"I don't know who you are," I whispered, the words heavy with truth.

With trembling hands, a mix of emotions coursing through me, I quickly gathered my clothes and hurriedly dressed. He remained silent, but I could feel his gaze boring into me. I didn't have time to dwell on it; I needed to get away.

As I fled from the scene, the tears streamed down my face, my heart heavy with regret and shame. With each step, the weight of my actions bore down on me, until finally, I collapsed to the ground, consumed by sobs of anguish.

What have I done?

"Kanina ka pa tulala diyan," pukaw ni Karla sa atensyon ko habang minamasahe ang likod ng kasintahan niyang si Joshua.

"Hon, hayaan mo na si Nicole, ako na lang intindihin mo," natatawang saway nito sa kanya. Paano'y kahit ang mga nobyo nila ni Donna ay halatang lagi akong pinagbubuhusan ng pansin ng dalawa. Alam ko naman na nag-aalala lang sila, pero hindi naman kasi kailangan.

"Anong nangyari ba sayo, teh? Ang akala ko pa naman ay nag-engjoy kang mamasyal kahit mag-isa ka lang. Aba'y ang ganda kaya ng lahat ng tanawin dito sa resort, kala mo." Si Donna iyon. "Kaso sa itsura mo'y para kang nakakita ng multo sa kung saan. Mukha kang na-engkanto!"

Sabay pa silang nagtawanan ni Karla, kahit ang mga boyfriend nila'y nakitawa na rin. Lalo tuloy akong nakadama ng pagkapahiya. Hindi kasi ako na-engkanto, kung sana'y ganoon na lang nga ang nangyari sa akin, 'di ba?

The memory of what happened earlier today came flooding back, replaying in my mind like a relentless tide. It was a moment shared only between me and the majestic falls, a secret witnessed by nature alone. Pero hindi ko na dapat pa iniisip iyon. I scolded myself inwardly, trying to push the memories aside.

"Hoy! Ano ba kasing nangyari?!" Pangungulit pa sa'kin ni Donna tsaka ako ginitgit sa sofa.

"N-nothing," I deflected, avoiding her gaze. "Medyo sumama lang ang pakiramdam ko. Pahinga na ko,"

Atsaka ako tumayo patungo sa kwarto na siyang tinutuluyan ko. Narinig kong mangungulit pa sana ang dalawa kaya lang ay inawat na ang mga ito ng mga boyfriend nila, pero bago pa ako magpihit ng seradura ng pinto ay tinawag akong muli ni Donna. Huminto ako pero 'di ko na sila nilingon.

"Mamaya, sa bistro. We'll wake you up. You missed the fun last night!"

I simply nodded in response before retreating to the sanctuary of my room. Collapsing onto my bed, I found myself once again consumed by thoughts of the stranger from earlier.

His image danced vividly in my mind, haunting me with every passing moment. It was as though his presence lingered in the very air around me, refusing to be forgotten.

I couldn't shake the memory of his touch, the way his lips had claimed mine with a ferocity that left me breathless. Each sensation flooded back to me in a torrent of emotions, overwhelming in its intensity.

Was he real? Did that truly happen, or was it just a figment of my imagination? The lines between reality and fantasy blurred, leaving me disoriented and confused.

His kiss lingered on my lips, imprinting itself on my soul.

And his hands... Oh, his hands, exploring every inch of my body with a hunger that bordered on desperation.

I groaned in frustration. Part of me yearned to forget the encounter entirely, to bury it deep within the recesses of my mind and never speak of it again. But another part of me... Another part of me couldn't deny the undeniable pull I felt towards him, the magnetic attraction that defied all reason.

"Holy cow, stop it, Nicole!" I admonished myself aloud as if speaking the words would somehow banish the thoughts from my mind. But try as I might, I couldn't shake the memory of him nor the strange, intoxicating allure he held over me.

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