I wake up to a slight movement beside my bed. I open my eyes and glance towards the window covered by thin curtains. The shy sunlight brightens up the bedroom. I turn around. Valdo is lying beside me, the one causing the movements in the bed.
"Where did you go, Val? Why are you awake already? What time is it?" I inquire.
"I was in the bathroom. Going back to sleep. It's just 8 o'clock," he responds.
"Eight already? I've got to get up. I never sleep in this late here. I'm worried your mom might think I'm being rude by waking up after her and she is making me a breakfast. Oh no, why didn't you wake me earlier? Sumi must be wondering what to cook," I fret, preparing to leave the bed.
Valdo holds me back, kissing my cheek and embracing me tightly. "Relax, Na. Mom isn't even here. And ev
