Chapter 4: Chapter 4

-How a Single Sorry Sparks-

I hesitated for a second before entering into the Sports Room. When I opened the door I almost jumped out when I saw Mrs. Velasco’s face frowning at me same goes with all of the other members of the sports club. They were intently looking at me like they’ve seen a ghost.

Their stares are making me uncomfortable. They are making me suffocate with all the tensions and suspense. I really don’t have an idea of what was happening and as to why the Badminton Committee wants to see me.

“Ms. Villariba you are quite late for the meeting.” Mrs. Velasco spoke.

“Ma’am I am really sorry, I really don’t know that there would be a meeting with the badminton club today.” Are they trying to make jokes on me? I am really lost with words of what’s happening around.

I just sat on the vacant seat beside the tall student who is facing against me. He didn’t even realize I was behind his back. I may not be that kind of person who seeks for attention, but I really am bothered how loud he was while talking to his peers.

“Excuse me, can we now focus on the meeting and talk other things later…outside.” I spoke. I looked like a fool talking about things and plans for the upcoming School Sports Fest but no one is paying attention since everybody was listening to him.

He immediately faces me and everybody where like doing the same thing in unison. And it made my jaws almost drop. I had to gulped for a few times before I could realize that it’s Kalel in front of me. I just realize that his scent is somewhat familiar and it had been lurking around the room the entire time. He really smells so good.

I quickly frowned when he was about to smile at me. I was trying to recover myself from getting swayed by his scent. I admit, I have feelings for her, but it’s not an enough reason to tolerate him especially when it comes to serious matters.

“Oh, Almira you’re here.” He comfortably said. His smile were so wide looking at me closely. His teeth were even so fair and white that looked like a camera 360.

“And? Do you have something to say?” I sarcastically asked.

“N-nothing.” Kalel’s face change its rhythm when I suddenly tapped the table.

“Mr. Rodriguez, you are the president of the Badminton Club right? He nodded. “isn’t it much appropriate to organize your fellow constituents instead of using your time to chitchat with each other?”

“But we were just talking about our plans for the Sports Fest.” Everyone nodded in support.

“There would be a formal session for that. Why not discuss it to us formally than talking it behind our backs, most especially to only a few people.”

“He is just trying to entertain us Almira. Don’t be so serious with it. The formal meeting hasn’t even started yet, we were still brainstorming for fresh ideas.” One of the guys from the back spoke.

“What a great excuse. If we are here for entertainment, then might as well do it on the cinema where you would have plenty of time to enjoy.” I paused for a bit and mystically stared at Kalel. “It’s not being a kill-joy but I just want a productive meeting and be done with this.”

“You should have think about that before coming here late.” Another guy from the back talked.

“Guys, that’s enough.” Everyone was silent when Kalel stood up. He then turns and faces me. His eyes were gloomy. He held my hand.

“I’m sorry” him holding my hand broght shivers to my spine. It felt like my skin was burned by the sudden electricity flowing from his body passing towards mine. I had to let his hand go. I need to do it because if I won’t I might feel something different. I might be swayed or be doing reckless in front of everyone. He sat back on his chair, while I completely ignore him constantly staring at me.

“Okay let’s proceed with our topic for the upcoming Sports Fest.” Kalel’s constant and intimate stares towards me were making me blush while discussing a few things. When I was about to hand them the fliers. Kalel’s hand accidentally touched against mine. We stared in unison. I had to quickly take my eyes away from him. He is really making me flustered and cheeky. Everytime he does those simple things it made my stupid heart skip a beat.

A few minutes have passed and were done with the meeting. All of the other committees and staffs already head back towards their respective classes. I was about to do the same when Kalel suddenly showed up in front of the door and blocked my way. It almost made me jump in surprise. He gently held my hand while his cogent brown eyes were looking at me seriously.

I can’t read what he was currently thinking right now but I could teel that he had something to tell.

His hands were very warm. It’s making me shy. It made my sensations disorganize. Felt like there are bubbles inside my stomach. My heart is now racing so fast, it felt like their were horses running inside.

“What do you want? The meeting was already adjourned. If you have other things to talk to we can do it on our next forum.” I sincerely said and had to slip my hand from his to let go. The more he’s holding me, the more nervous and shy I get.

And for the nth time, I had to admit that I am attracted to him. But I knew my limitations. And I knew I wasn’t the right woman for her nor to feel these kinds of emotions. Yes, I had all the right to crush him, but I don’t have the guts to tell it to him.

“I just wanted to say sorry personally.” His voice was warm and soft-toned.

“You’ve said that already inside the room. I think that’s already enough.”

“No, I need to say it again. I will be bothered if we will not be in good terms.” He paused for a bit and had to take a deep breath.

“From all the shits I did to you. I am truly and deeply sorry. I didn’t mean to hurt you. It was never my intention.” I felt the sincerity on his voice. As if he was really sorry for what he did. He sounded so sincere and so honest with it.

I think I am completely nailed where I am standing right now. The words “I don’t wanna hurt you” completely echoed into my ears and it made my heart palpitate. I pinched myself secretly so that I could be taken back from reality. I smiled for a bit while looking at the part of my hand where he held firmly.

I unconsciously held my chest. I could hear my heart beating. I could feel how it skipped a bit. My cheeks were all red, this day was the day that I started to even like him more.