Drawing

 DWIGHT and I walked into a furniture store with our hands intertwined. We were going to look for a replacement for Dwight's broken bed. Maswerte kami dahil wala masyadong tao sa loob ng store.

I turned on my phone and went to my gallery, which has many pictures of us. I couldn't help but smile while looking at our photos. A bundle of happiness crept into my heart every time I saw Dwight's genuine smile. 

"Baby, we should buy this kind of bed." I uttered and showed him the picture I saved last night.

Dwight squeezed my hand and kissed the back of my hand upon hearing what I called him.

"Sure, angel," he answered gently.

"Do you want that? It's a 76 inches wide by 80 inches long king-size bed. Wala siyang paa, mataas ang headboard at mukhang malambot pa. It actually suits your bedroom's colour,"

I looked at him only to catch him staring at me. His mesmerizing sunset eyes were adoringly looking at me.

"You really knew about this, huh, baby?"

"Perks of dating an interior designer," I chirped, snickering. "So, should we buy it?"

"Sure, angel. But I want to check if it's really soft and durable."

"Okay!"

Pinanood ko siyang maupo sa kamang pinili ko. He stilled for a second before he tapped the space beside him. I walked and was about to sit beside him when he grabbed my hand and pulled me above him.

"Dwight!" I almost screamed.

I fell straight on his lap. The bed bounced with minimal force. My eyes widened in aghast.

"Baby, did you feel that?"

I bit my bottom lip, and my cheeks instantly burned, realizing our position.

"Baby?"

"A-ah... yeah, it's fine. It bounced when you pulled me," I stammered a bit.

"You like it?"

"The bed? Yes, I like it."

Both of his hands rested on my hips, squeezing them at once, making me feel hot.

"The way it bounced,"

"It's fine. Why are you asking?" I asked, trying not to stutter again.

I shivered when he leaned closer and his lips touched my ear.

"Because we need to know if it's perfect for bouncing. You'll be bouncing on it a lot," he said sensually.

Nanlaki ang mga mata ko nang maintindihan ang ibig niyang sabihin. My body tilted to the side and met his gaze. Then, I smacked him on the head lightly.

"Dwight!"

He softly chuckled in my ear before I felt his lips on my cheek.

"I like this bed. I want to buy it," he said playfully.

"Hmmp!" I scoffed and rolled my eyes at him.

Pinaasikaso na namin sa staff ang kama na napili ni Dwight na bilhin. We were marching to the cashier to pay when Dwight squeezed my waist, raising my head up to him.

"Mhm?"

"Do you want anything else? You can pick another furniture, angel. I'll buy anything you like and put it in my bedroom... or maybe you can redesign and re-arrange my house, hmm?"

My eyes sparkled with his suggestion.

"Do you want me to?"

He nodded with a sincere smile. "I do, baby."

"But I like your room as it is. But I want to add another piece of furniture that will balance the harmony of your house, including your bedroom. Is that okay?"

Dwight kissed the side of my head. "Sure."

I immediately hugged him on the waist, showing him my excitement.

Bukod sa kama, bumili rin kami ng dalawa pang furniture na babagay sa kwarto at living room ng bahay niya. Dwight let me choose the design and colour of the furniture. He didn't oppose me. Instead, he trusted my liking and my judgements.

My head rested on Dwight's chest as his strong arm wrapped around my waist. We were both tired after rearranging a few pieces of furniture in his bedroom.

"Baby, I'll show you something,"

I nodded quietly and a rush of excitement bolted into my veins.

Dwight left me on the bed and marched to his office table. I watched him open the small drawer, push his hand inside, and yank something from the inside until a huge notebook was revealed. Bumalik siya sa tabi ko bitbit ang malaking notebook.

"What is that?" I asked in excitement.

Dwight didn't respond but he opened the notebook, making me stunned. Goosebumps scatter on my skin when I see my own face on the first page.

"You drew me," I exclaimed, in shock.

Dwight flipped another page. "I did."

He drew me not just once but many times. My face was all over the pages of his sketchbook. He drew me in every pose and in various places. Some places were familiar, especially the mansion where we first met.

My outfits in those days, especially my emotions were drawn in the sketches.

Kahit 'yong mga panahon na hindi pa kami nagkikita sa personal, mga pamilyar na litrato na nasa official instagram ko lang ay nandito rin!

"You drew all of these?" I asked, raising my gaze at him.

He nodded. "I couldn't stop drawing you,"

"You also drew my old photos... and even the times when we were still clashing like cats and dogs."

Dwight reaches for my face, caressing it so gently with his thumb. My heart almost explodes in so much pounding.

"Why?" I asked.

"Rashaiah, when you came into my life, you invaded every corner of my mind," he said. "I can't stop thinking about you even from the days I hated you."

"But you love me now, right?" I asked.

A wide smile flashed on his face. "I do, baby. I'm so in love with you,"

"I love you, too, Dwight..." I smiled warmingly at him before kissing him on the lips.

Before our night ended and before we parted ways, we decided to paint. Pareho kaming marunong magpinta ni Dwight kaya pagalingan na lang kami.

We both painted the things we were reminded of by each other. I was amused by Dwight's painting. He painted the skies with cute angels flying around the clouds full of stars. While I painted a sunset with the same colour as his eyes.

"The first thing that comes to your mind when you remember me is the sky?" I asked him.

"It's heaven, angel."

"Why?"

"Because you bring the best out of me, and you make everything easier." He reached for my hand and squeezed it. "You are a huge blessing in my life, my angel."

Parang may mainit bagay na humaplos sa dibdib ko. Kinikilig akong pinatakan siya nang halik sa labi.

"That's so sweet of you!" I said, giggling.

He smiled and gazed at my painting. "Oh, sunset?"

"Sunset reminds me of the color of your eyes. Whenever I see the sunset, I always remember how mesmerizing your eyes were."

His gaze softened. We stared at each other's eyes before I felt his lips on my forehead.

"I only have the sunset, but you got the entire world in your eyes, baby," he said, describing the shade of my eyes.

Another two weeks have passed like a rollercoaster. I decided to surprise my boyfriend. I'm going to visit him in his company. This would be my first time at D&A Legacy. I am not aware of the reason behind his company's name, but I do believe it was connected with Dwight's full name.

Gusto kong dalhan ng pagkain si Dwight kaya pinagluto ko siya ng paborito niyang pagkain. Later on, Dawson drove me to Dwight's company.

"Susuduin ba kita mamaya o hindi?" Dawson asked.

I shrugged, "I'll text you later." I smiled at him.

He nodded calmly. "Sige,"

Within half an hour, we arrived at the D&A Legacy. Dawson parked the car in front of the company and I immediately got off. I thanked him one more time before watching him leave.

I looked up at the tall building in front of me, mesmerized by the exterior details.

Excitement consumed me as I made my way to the entrance. When I entered, I surveyed the entire ground floor and couldn't help but be in awe. Marami akong nakakasalubong na mga empleyado na binibigyan ako nang kakaibang tingin dahil sa suot ko.

I was wearing a pink hoodie and ankle boots. Underneath was my skater dress with a halter-strap neckline. My hair was hidden inside the hood of my jacket, and my eyes were covered with the expensive shades I was wearing.

I was sure Dwight's office would be at the top because he was the boss, so I raised my chin even more and continued walking to the elevator.

While I was inside the elevator, I could feel the employees' hot gazes on me. But I also heard a few voices talking about a project I was familiar with because their big boss had already told me about it.

I took my phone out of my bag and texted Dwight. Hindi ko pinahalata na susupresahin ko siya ngayon. Instantly, I smiled when he replied.

From: My Dwight ♥

I'm in my office, baby. Why, angel? Do you miss me already? Because I do.

I bit the inside of my cheeks, stifling a scream after reading his reply. I immediately typed a response.

Me:

That's the question you shouldn't ask because I miss you, always, Dwight! Anyway, kumain kana po?

From: My Dwight ♥

Not yet, baby.

A small gasp escaped my lips, and my cheeks burned upon reading his other response.

From: My Dwight ♥

I want to eat you

My teeth on the inside of my cheeks sank deeper.

My breathing became heavy, and a sudden hot and tingling sensation rushed in between my thighs, making my center wet.

I don't know how and what to respond. My eyes were glued to the screen of my phone until I heard the loud sound of the elevator, indicating we arrived at our floor.

I breathe deeply before stepping out of the elevator together with the other employees. I watched them rush to a conference room while I was still in front of the elevator, still shocked to the core.

My eyes laid on my phone when it beeped.

From: My Dwight ♥

Sorry, baby, my finger slipped.

What I meant was I want to eat your cooking. I'm craving for your kaldereta.

Parang hindi naman ganito ang pagkakasabi niya kanina?!

I cleared my throat to regain my composure. Then, I typed on the screen to reply. Napasinghap ako nang mapansin ang numero na nasa pader. 

"Rara, what the hell? Bakit dito ka bumaba?" I whispered to myself.

Hiyang-hiya akong bumalik sa elevator. Masyado nga yata ako nabigla sa text ni Dwight na hindi ko namalayan na nagkamali ako nang binabaan!

Nang makarating ako sa tamang palapag, lumabas ako sa elevator at bumungad sa akin ang nag-iisa, malaki at gawa sa salamin na opisina. The office was made with opaque materials. I couldn't determine what or who was inside as the glass was frosted.

I took a sigh of relief when I spotted Dwight's secretary's workplace. I marched towards him and knocked on the post. He looked at me, looking confused.

"Hello, miss? Is Mr. Dwight Altamirano expecting you?" he asked.

Mabilis kong hinubad ang suot kong hoodie at shades. I quickly flashed a wide, charming smile to Dwight's secretary.

"Hi, I'm Rashaiah..."

Nanlaki ang mga mata niya nang makita ko. He immediately stood up and respectfully extended his hand to me.

"Miss Rashaiah! Hello po! I'm Julius Co, secretary of Sir Dwight Altamirano," My eyes widened when he introduced himself panickingly. "N-nasa loob po si Sir Dwight. Wala ho siyang kasama. Pumipirma lang po siya ng mga papeles. Mayamaya lang po, may zoom meeting po siya kasama ang mga investors sa England at Germany."

Hindi ko maiwasan hindi matameme nang sunod-sunod siyang nagsalita. I was amazed by how quick he was to inform me about Dwight's schedule today.

"Hi, Julius, nice to meet you..." I licked my bottom lip when I remembered him mentioning my name. "How did you know me?"

"Sir Dwight informed me about you, Miss Rashaiah. You are his girlfriend. He also told me that if you come and visit D&A Legacy, I must tell you that your facial recognition was already registered in the system of his office. May password po kasi ang office ni Sir Dwight. Hindi basta-basta makapapasok ang kung sino sa opisina niya. Nasa loob po ng opisina niya ang control panel ng office door niya at si Sir Dwight at ikaw lang po ang tanging registered sa system."

I blinked in awe. "He knew that I was coming?"

He shook his head. "Hindi po! Kung sakali lang po na bumisita kayo. Hindi ko akalain na ngayon pala mangyayari."

"Oh..." I nodded and smiled at him. "Thank you, Julius."

"Itapat niyo lang po sa sensored ang mukha niyo, Miss Rashaiah."

I nodded in understanding. "Okay,"

I did what I was told, and the frosted glass opened immediately.

My lips stretch for a wide smile when I notice my boyfriend in the distance, staring at a laptop with a pile of folders on the same table as him. His head raised the moment the door opened.

His eyes fluttered wide, but the luminance in his eyes was enough for me to know that he was delighted to see me.

"Dwight!" I called him.

He stood from his swivel chair and marched towards me, leaving his work.

Dwight stopped in front of me with his lips parted. He scanned me from head to toe before his eyes darted to my face. Ang kislap sa mga mata niya ay nanatili habang nakatitig sa mukha ko.

His hand raised and gently brushed my hair. I giggled when he locked my waist and pulled me for a tight embrace.

"Baby, you are here!" His voice raised in delight.

I nodded with a smile on my face.

"I miss you, Dwight!" I said, tip-toeing to kiss him on the cheek.

I squirmed when he unexpectedly carried me like a bride. Dwight settled on the sofa with me in his lap. His strong arms wrapped around my waist.

"Baby, what's the reason for your visit? Did you miss me that much, hmm?" He asked as he slowly leaned over and kissed my shoulder.

My heart went summersault because of his actions. I swallowed hard before answering,

"I brought you food..." Tinaas ko ang bitbit kong pagkain.

He squeezed my waist before I heard him sniffing my scent.

"You smell so good, baby," he said.

A chill ran down my spine as his lips touched my nape. My throat suddenly went dry, so I had to swallow a pool of saliva inside my mouth.

"Dwight, baka busy ka? Ituloy mo muna kung ano ang ginagawa mo kanina,"

My hands were resting on my lap while my weight rested on him. I spun at him and caught him softly looking at me.

"It's not as important as you do," he replied.

"Don't lie to me," I scoffed. "Julius informed me of your schedule today! May zoom meeting ka rin ngayon kasama ang mga foreign investors mo. Don't take them for granted just because I am here,"

He growled. "Noted, Ma'am."

I encircled my hands in his neck and kissed him on the lips for motivation.

"I'll kiss you more later when you're done working. So, go and make me proud," I encouraged him.

Dwight kissed me one more time before he let go of me. Bumalik siya swivel chair niya at tahimik na nagpatuloy sa pagtatrabaho. Nang mapalingon siya sa gawi ko, ngumiti agad ako sa kaniya.

He smiled back at me. But his smile didn't reach his eyes, and his lips slightly puckered, sulking. I bite off my laugh with his expression. He's so baby-coded!

Dwight's zoom meeting came, and I went totally silent. Before the meeting started, he came up to me and permitted me to wander his office.

So, I surveyed his entire office. The color of his office is a mixture of black and gold with a touch of marble white. There are two doors on the side for the small kitchen and restroom.

His long black table and dark gray swivel chair faced the west side, where he could see different skyscrapers and the perfect setting of the sunset. On the side was a spacious divider with books and other small furniture.

The crystal chandelier perfectly balanced the darkness of the office. The mini living room had a carpeted rug, covering the tile floor around the seating area; a coffee table, two single tufted couches, and a tufted sofa were on it. There is also an electronic fireplace under the large television hanging on the wall.

May dalawang malaking painting ang naka display sa mini living room habang isang malaking painting ang nakasabit sa pader na malapit sa office table ni Dwight. Hindi ko na namalayan ang oras dahil nawili na ako sa pag-iikot sa opisina ni Dwight.

"Baby, come here. I'm done working."

I quickly spun in the other direction, meeting Dwight's hot gaze. He was sitting in his swivel chair, loosening his necktie while his gaze pinned on me.

"You were done?"

He nodded, "Opo, come sit on my lap, schatz engel."

I bit my bottom lip before marching in his direction. I shrieked when Dwight pulled me closer, and I quickly fell on his lap. His strong arms immediately encircled my waist.

I felt him recline the chair. I turned at him and saw his head resting on the swivel chair's border as his arms hooked around my waist.

"What food did you bring for me, hmm?" he asked softly.

"Nagluto ako ng Kaldereta. Destiny was really on our side. I already cooked Kaldereta before you even texted me you were craving it," I said.

He possessively kissed the side of my neck, making my follicles rise.

"You are so beautiful, angel..." He whispered against my skin, placing another soft kiss. "You smell so fucking good... mine,"

"Dwight," I weakly called his name.

I felt his warm breath on my back. "Angel, I'm famished,"

"Wait, I'll get your food,"

I was about to stand up when his grip on my waist tightened. Nagtataka akong lumingon sa kaniya.

"You'll eat, too, okay? Sabayan mo akong kumain," he said.

I smiled sweetly. "Sure,"

Nang lumipat kami sa mini living room, agad ko nang nilabas ang niluto kong pagkain. The mouthwatering aroma of the beef kaldereta spread throughout the air. Dwight sniffed the food. Bumungisngis ako nang sabay na kumalam ang mga sikmura namin.

"It smells so delicious, angel. Thank you for the food..." He muttered and quickly kissed me on the lips.

"You are welcome," I replied with a smile.

We prayed shortly before starting to eat. Paborito ni Dwight ang Kaldereta ko. Mabuti na lang at marami ang dinala kong ulam dahil mukhang kakain siya ng marami. Sa kanin nga lang yata ako nagkulang. Mas dinamihan ko pa sana ang dinala kong kanin.

"I like your office, but it's a bit dark," I said, sipping on the soda he provided.

Dwight provided the soda. It's from the small vending machine inside his pantry.

"Do you want to redesign my office, then?" he asked while setting aside the beef and the bones on his plate.

Bumungisngis ako. "I won't say redesign. But I'm planning on putting something that will make the darkness lighter. Baby, is that okay?"

I caught him biting his bottom lip upon hearing what I called him. "Sure, angel. Do whatever you want in my office."

My smile widened. I leaned my head on his arm, showing a small action of being grateful to him. Dwight just brushed my cheeks. Nagpatuloy ulit kami sa pagkain hanggang sa maubos na namin ang kanin at ulam na dala ko.

"For dessert, I brought you an egg tart and matcha butter mug cake! Charan!" I pulled out a pink box from the paper bag I was holding.

Dwight's eyes sparkled with excitement. I opened the box, revealing the desserts. I giggled when he kissed the side of my head with a smile on his lips.

"Ang sarap mong asawahin," he whispered on my ear.

My entire system exploded like fireworks in the skies. The words in my mind shuffled, and my cheeks reddened like a tomato.

Halos sumabog na sa kilig ang puso ko kaya mabilis kong binaon ang mukha sa dibdib ni Dwight at doon impit na nagtitili.

:)