Chapter 16: Unexpected Confessions and Closer Encounters
The morning sun was harsh yet comforting as it poured into the Kehanu Resort lobby. I had just finished checking the guest lists for the weekend bookings, ensuring everything was in order for the influx of tourists. I was still feeling the lingering tension from yesterday’s joint setup with Maverick. Alam kong pareho kaming focused sa business, pero sa ilalim ng lahat, may something na hindi namin pinapakita—something unspoken between us.
Habang naglalakad ako papunta sa main office, nakita ko si Maverick sa terrace, nakatingin sa view ng bay. He seemed contemplative, hands in his pockets, jaw tight. Alam ko kaagad na hindi siya nagkukulang sa observasyon. Nakaramdam ako ng kaunting curiosity—bakit ba palaging ganito ang aura niya
