Chapter 9

"Can I take a swim?" Michelle asked Rafael excitedly while looking at the waterfall.

She is really tempted to swim especially and that the water is very clean and very clear. After the conversation with Rafael, they both fell asleep while hugging. When they woke up, it was already 1 pm so he decided not to go to the University. And besides, after everything that Rafael has told her, her brain seems to be drained.

She still could not believe that he was able to open up to her and show his weakness to her. And she really feels bad for him.

When he mentioned his mom a while ago, she felt his sadness, his longing and he also felt his anger for his father. She regretted that he had asked him. If she had not asked for it, his bitter past would not have been reopened.

"Yeah sure but you have to get naked since you don't have any clothes," Rafael said as his eyes traveled from her breasts down to her legs which made her uncomfortable.

"Don't stare at me like that!" She snapped at him which made Rafael laugh.

She was right when she felt that something was going to change between them after what happened. She's now at ease every time she talks to him. She seems to have lost the discomfort and shame she feels every time she faces and talks to him. Rafael opening up to her really helped her. And another thing that has changed is, Rafael is now laughing. He is not showing her his smirk nor his grin but he really laughs which really amazed her.

Every time he laughs, she can't help but smile. The happiness in his face and his laughter is a sight to behold and she wished that his ice-cold dealings with her would never return.

"What? Is it bad to stare at you now? And besides, I've seen everything you have so why are you still being shy? I even have tasted it already." He said while having a mischievous smile on his lips.

Her cheeks heated on what he said.

Jeez! Is this the real Rafael? Because if he is really like this, she will probably no longer have to use blush on every time they are together. Rafael always makes her cheeks red because of what he says.

"Whatever!" The only thing Michelle said before she hurriedly left the hut. She did not want Rafael to see how red her cheeks were because of embarrassment.

She heard Rafael's loud laugh as he called her name but she ignored him. She continued walking until she reached the mouth of the waterfall.

Once again, she was impressed by the strange beauty of the surroundings. The view is so breathtaking and she is sure she will regret it if she won't take the opportunity especially when she does not know if she can still return to this paradise.

She looked around first. And when he was sure that she was the only one there, she then took off her clothes. Even though it is private property, it is still more likely that someone will get lost in it. She just wanna be sure.

She left no covering on her body. She took all of her clothes and her garments before finally jumping into the waterfall. She shivered a little due to the very cold water temperature but she also felt comfortable at the same time. The coldness of the water is making her body relax.

She dives under the water and then goes up. That's what she kept on doing for a couple of minutes and when she got tired, she just let her body float, forgetting that she is naked

She closed her eyes and let her body float on the water. She can only hear the chirping of birds which she likes so much. She was still in that position for a few minutes until she felt as if someone was watching her. She suddenly felt nervous so she immediately opened her eyes just to meet Rafael's burning eyes.

Even though she could not see its lower body, she was sure that just like her, he is also naked.

She immediately tried to stand up, forgetting how deep the water was causing her to lose balance and to almost drown. Fortunately, Rafael's arms immediately wrapped around her waist. She also encircled her arms on Rafael's neck, making sure she won't fall.

"What the fuck were you thinking!" She as their bodies clung to each other and she gasped again as his manhood hit her thigh.

"I-it's because you s-surprised me." She said with a very small voice and trying her very best to avoid Rafael's intense gaze.

"Damn you woman," Rafael said through his husky voice which caused her body temperature to rise. She got even hotter as she felt Rafael's manhood getting harder until it finally stood up and pierced her abdomen. She even felt Rafael's abnormal breathing and she was sure that Rafael knew that she was in the heat too especially that her breasts and his chest were already touching and her nipples were starting to get hard.

She bit her lower lip. The effect of the man on her body is really strong and he is in the heat too. And she is sure that if she does nothing to distract him, they will be carried away by the heat of their bodies.

So even though it was hard because of the sensation that was slowly spreading in her body, she still forced herself to speak and asked him the question that has been running on her mind for days.

"W-what you said." She started. Her arms tightened around the young man's neck. Rafael frowned but he didn't say a word. "You said that you waited for me for seven years. W-what do you mean by that?"

There she said it!

She felt Rafael's heart pounding as she dropped the question.

Is he nervous? But why would he be nervous about her question?

"It's okay if you don't want to answer---"

"We've already met 7 years ago."

It was her turn to frown.

They have already met before?

"You don't remember me, do you? But I remember everything. Everything that happened when we first met is still clear in my mind." There was a small smile on Rafael's lips as if he remembered something funny but his eyes were still on her face. "7 years ago. On the 17th day of August. That was the very first day that I saw you. You were in the park with your parents and Michael." She remembered that day. It was one of the most memorable moments of her life. "I was just on the bench right next to where you and your parents are sitting so I clearly heard what you were talking about. You were telling your parents about your dreams. You told them that you are going to be a successful and famous painter someday."

She smiled at that memory. Yes. She told them about her dream of being a painter and she will never forget what her father told her after she told her dream. "Yes, you will be, princess. One day, that dream of yours will come true. You will be a successful painter and you will impress many people around the world."

Her father always believed in her. He always believed in her ability and whenever she was discouraged, her father is the one who always encourages her. He always tells her not to give up and just keep on doing what she loves.

"I even laughed at you before. You were so young yet you don't speak like one. You are talking like a full-grown adult and you amazed me. Because at such a young age, you already have a dream, a goal."

"How did we meet?" She couldn't help but ask.

"Seriously? You're ruining my moment!" Rafael's complaint made her smile.

"You are so slow to tell a story. I'm getting bored. Can't you just say everything right away?" She said before she wrapped her legs around his waist causing his penis to stick to her femininity. She gently leaned her head against his chest causing her breasts to be squeezed.

She felt Rafael's body stiffen which made her giggle. Now, not only his manhood is hard but his whole body. Even his breathing was fast and his heart was beating so loud.

"You still haven't answered my question!" She softly said.

Rafael sighed. "How can I answer you in this position? Damn angel! I'm fucking horny!"

She giggled again but she did not answer him. Until she felt the tightening of his arms on her waist.

"Same day. You were about to go home when Michael said he wanted to eat ice cream and you, a good sister that you are, you presented to buy the ice cream. I don't know what has gotten into me but I followed you. I pretended to buy ice cream as well but I just really wanted to get us close. We were side by side while waiting because many people were queuing when the two kids in the front suddenly quarreled. You were pushed but then I hold your hand so you don't end up falling." One of Rafael's hands caressed her back as her chin rested on her head. "The moment I touched your hand, I already felt something I never thought I would feel like a child. And when you smiled at me and thanked me for saving you, my heartbeat suddenly went faster. But I was not given a chance to ask for your name because your father had already taken you. You even waved goodbye to me and I waved back to you." Michelle suddenly remembered that same scene though it was kinda vague and not as detailed as Rafael told her.

"And as crazy as it sounds, I followed you and your family until you got home. And I was bothered that I don't even know your name so, with our connections, I came to know you and your family. I even tried to hit myself back then because of the crazy things I was doing just for a child but I couldn't stop myself from not seeing you. I even became your stalker. I was following you everywhere you go just to make sure that you are safe. Where you are, I am there too. My friends were laughing at me because there are so many women in the world yet I fell for a child. " Rafael chuckled upon saying those last words but Michelle was speechless. "At first, I also can't accept that I like you. I fell in love with you at first sight. I never believed in love at first sight, you know?" She felt him shaking his head while smiling. "I kept on following you. I continued my madness with you until my mother sent me to the States where I should finish my studies. I got busy that I could no longer talk to the person I contracted to take care of you. Until I've lost my mom and that made it even harder for me to know what's happening to you until two months ago, I found the guy that I hired to take care of you and that's when I found out what happened to your family." Rafael kissed the top of her head as his palm still caressed her back and she tightened the wrapping of her legs and arms on him even more. "I wanted to approach you the first time I saw you 7 years later but every time I tried, I got scared. Until I discovered what happened to Michael and it may sound as bad as it is, I used that opportunity to have you."

From Rafael's chest, Michelle's face rose so that they could face each other and when she looked at his eyes, she saw honesty in his eyes, that he is not lying to her. There was love and honesty in his eyes as he looked at her.

"From then until now, my heart is still beating for you, Michelle. No matter what I do, you are the only one who really owns my heart." He said as he looked at her lovingly. Rafael's confession made her speechless. He has been in love with her for years.

She felt herself. Yes, she's feeling some strange emotions and feelings whenever she's with him but that's still not enough for her to say that she loves her too. A crush maybe. But love? She is not sure yet. Also, they just met. Isn't it too fast for her to fall in love with him?

She wanted to take it slow. She did not want to rush everything because they might end up hurting each other. She wanted to sort out her feelings first.

"You don't have to answer right now. I know you're still in shock with my confession and I won't rush you. I was able to wait for seven years, you know? And besides, you are worth waiting for my little angel. You are worth everything. "