We walked out to a queue of kids, dressed in white and black uniforms, all bearing smiles on each of their faces. Amongst them was a boy, stood at a side, a mid-sized drum hanging from his neck, while hands went beating down on it with the drum sticks in his hold.“Hello” One of the kids had pulled forward, soon making his way over to Nia, who bore a smile that wasn’t ready to make leave of that entrancing face of hers any time now. It was a young boy with such rich brown eyes that was enough to have the attention anyone close to him. The moonlight which reflected onto his brown skin, gave perfect view, revealing the features of his profile, while he drew to us. I watched the eyes of Nia beam on at the boy, while receiving the handshake he had presented onto her, and then giving a slight bow to both of us, he went back joining the formation. Judging by the way he moved around, speaking to the rest, one could tell he was the leader of the group. And with a snap of his fingers, t
I woke up to the view of the sun shooting in from the windows, and the silhouette of a monkey, swinging from trees onto the sill of our window. Wait a minute! A monkey?!I still could hear the cries of the visitor, while its bulgy eyes peered down at the forms of Cameron and I wrangled in each other’s. The sheets were wrinkled all over my body, as I jolted up the bed, and a peek underneath, I came to realized I was bare naked, with the form of Cameron next to mine. The sun was a doing a beautiful job, hitting on his face. And the portion of hair falling over his profile, had my fingers tracing around his features. He looked much breathtaking, even while asleep. I could hear those low breaths pour out his lips, and while those cries of the animals afar, traveled all the way here, he would turn and turn in his sleep pulling his figure closer to mine. My eyes remained intent on him, a smile tugging at my lips while I watched in silence, staring at the man who was now my husband.
Maldives! Oh, the fresh island breeze that comes with. Picture yourself in the serene environment, body scantily clad, feet bare, sinking into the white beach sands, and while the cry of birds broke out from trees, the smell of the Sea drifts into your nostrils. It is every joy unmatched, I tell you. The smell of the ocean breeze, sailed to me, pulling that warm feel to every part of my being. I caught the vivid trees swaying side to side, dancing to the tunes of the wind, sparking the joy in me, at such view I was made to behold. Today marked a week of me being here, yet that joy still stayed with me. The tranquility was what got a hold of me. And even with a couple figures to be found wandering around the area, the peace still lingered with the island, that I was sure of. Gaze went skimming around, taking in the number of people, with joy-filled expressions. It was like a different world out here. No screaming stranger, no nagging fellow, just people living their lives th
It was one thing to be woken by the sound of birds chirping by your windowsill, and another, to an empty space right next to you, especially since you retired for the night with the body of your Fiancé wrapped in yours. Fiancé? Where’s Cameron? I sat up in bed at once, wanting to peer out the window, but was met with a table loaded with lots of food, right at the bedside. A bowl filled with fruits on one side, and a plate of ham and egg on the other. There was a bottle of sparkling water to go with, accompanied with a glass of orange juice. The sight had managed to put a smile on my weary face, with form soon tearing off the bed, moving closer to the mobile table. There was a note sticking out under the plate. Amidst all, my heart calls and yearns for you. It’s you and I on this Journey that seems puzzling, yet, in you I find every certainty. I love you, always. Cameron. Since when did he turn a poet? And only then did the door get pushed open, and in walked that figure I
The ferry ride was filled with every tensity, and awkwardness filling the air which surrounded the forms of Cameron and I. Since we left the resort, he hadn’t uttered a word to me. Even while helping me into the boat, he refused meeting my gaze. That gaze which pled for him to understand where I was coming from, but he had only slipped into the seat next to my figure, face dull, eyes peering on at the waters ahead. The voice of Makai broke out around, with the profile of the man soon coming into view. He was a dwarf, with a knack for stories. That ever bubbly spirit, which was sure to pull those around him, was out to be detected. He had offered a shell of coconut drink to me the moment I climbed aboard, but unfortunately, I had no thirst for anything at the moment. All I sought was to have Cameron say something to me. Anything. “I implore you all to settle in well, and please, have your seatbelts fast and ready” His utterance had earned chuckles around, with eyes shifting thr
I saw that figure hurry over to me, with arms spread out, a wide smile on her lips, her squeals broke out into the area, earning a few sneers from the lots of people who had just touched down after hours of an endless flight. She remained as enthusiastic as ever, gaze holding joy, while she pulled over to where I was. “Nia!” Ashley had crashed into me at once, the smell of an exotic mist hitting my nose. “Oh, how much I’ve missed you” She squealed, hugging me even tighter. She appeared even brighter than I expected, not after pouring her heart out a week ago, telling me how she had walked in on Nolan having sex with a girl he claimed to be his cousin. Nolan happened to be the new guy who managed to catch her eye just a couple months back. But my friend was one to heal fast. In a week time, you were sure to hear her speaking of how she had banged the spa guy, while she went for her care sessions. “I’ve missed you too” I called out, soon relaxing in her hold. “Where’s that swine
"Why are we here, Ashley?" My eyes were fixed on the 'Corrine Bethany's' Store laid ahead, gaze watching the number of ladies that strolled out from there, all bearing smiles on their faces. "To pick a wedding dress, of course" Followed the response of the girl, while she unbuckled her seatbelt, soon having her makeup retouched. To be honest, I don't know what I was expecting, when she had pulled up at the house, stating that we had to leave as it was a matter of urgency. This shouldn't be surprising at all, because it was just the kind of thing Ashley Williams would do. "I just got back from my flight few hours ago, Ashley" I uttered. "Nia, you seem to be forgetting something" She had spun to me at once, eyes filled with pensiveness. "This wedding only gets to happen once. There are no re-dos" She let out. "We have to make sure all is perfect" I heard her say. "Now get your ass up, and let's go pick a dress" She uttered at once, getting off the car. I remained back in the sea
I walked into the office, only to be met with an unfamiliar lady propped by that desk side, figure stood close to him, while their eyes were fixed on a paper Cameron had laid out before him. At each second, his eyes would flicker to the computer screen on the desk, and then back to the papers spread out, while the lady sealed it off with some stamps on its pages. My utterance had put a pause to their conversation, while their gazes took in my form, and with the silence soon falling into the room, I watched the lady pack up the files, and in a second, she was making her way out the area. A smile crossed her lips while she gave a little wave my way, even going out to congratulate me on the engagement. And only then did the silence return. While that figure sat over there, remained watching me, I gave myself proper entry into the area, finally meeting that calming gaze of his.“I received your flowers” My utterance broke out, with eyes fixed on him, watching every little reaction h