Chapter 6: Only Yours

Katarina's PoV

I opened my eyes and the throbbing kicked right in.

"Argh." I groaned in pain. Why do I feel naked? I looked at myself. My eyes widened as I saw no garment at all except for a blanket. Oh my god! You really are embarrassing Katarina! I slapped myself remembering what I did last night. I don’t know how to face Renzo after last night god! I tried to sit up straight while enduring the damn headache.

"You're awake." I panicked when I heard his voice and hurriedly covered my whole body along with my face with the blanket. I pretended to sleep. I heard his footsteps nearing me.

“I heard you, sunshine.” I can imagine him smiling right now and I find it cute but no! I still feel so embarrassed. I heard him put something on the small table near me.

“Hey,” The bed sank a little beside me. I held my breath knowing he’s here beside me. I cupped my puffy face. I still haven’t washed my face yet! And for pete’s sake I’m naked under the blanket. He lightly tapped me on the shoulder.

“I-I still don’t have my clothes on.” I sounded like a quacking duck.

“But I’ve seen all of you more than once already.” I blushed at his remark. Is he flirting?

“You do know that it’s early in the morning, right?”

“Actually it’s already eleven in the morni-”

“What?!” My eyes searched for the clock through the room and I saw one hanging on the wall.

6:10 AM.

“Good morning.” Renzo bit his lip to hold his smile from me. He got me! I slapped his shoulders but he only chuckled at me. Only now that I realized I was sitting up straight beside his half-naked body with only a towel covering his lower part. His hair is dripping wet. I looked away.

“G-Good morning.” Okay why the hell did I stutter?

"Eat this soup for your hangover." He handed me the bowl of soup like the one he cooked for me yesterday. I suddenly felt the emptiness of my stomach. Eating in front of Renzo made me feel conscious considering that he was fresh from the shower and he has this god-like face. How could I even focus eating my soup if his well-defined body is in front of me? And I can see it clearly now since it’s daylight.

“Focus.” He teased. I looked away feeling guilty.

“I am focusing.” I ate so fast because I couldn’t take the embarrassment anymore.

“Woah slow down there. I know you’re hungry but you might choke-” Before he could even finish what he was saying, I started choking on my soup.

“Shit, I told you.” He hurriedly handed me a glass of water while caressing my back.

“This is your fault.” I said in the middle of coughing.

“Wait, what?”

“Nothing, thanks.” I’m feeling okay now but why is he not moving behind my back? “You okay?” I turned my head to him. “Y-Yeah.” He stood up and took my empty glass and bowl.

“Your clothes are in the closet. I’ll get dressed.” He took his way out of the room. A realization hit me. I forgot I was naked under the blanket. He caressed my naked back with his bare veiny hand. I didn’t even notice it.

I was surprised seeing my clothes I once left in the hotel, now hanging in the closet. This means that he entered my room yesterday. I just hope that no one noticed him.

After a bath, I dressed myself with pajamas. There was a bag on my bed and so I checked what’s in it finding my valuables that Renzo had retrieved from the hotel. He knew that it was too dangerous but he still did it.

I organized my belongings and decided to leave the room after. Renzo came up to me as soon as I opened the door attempting to knock. He was dressed neatly with his uniform. I forgot that he has a job.

"I'm leaving for work." I felt sad. I will be left alone again.

"Lock the doors okay?" He added and I just nodded. He went closer to me and lifted my chin as our eyes met.

"Don't worry, I'll come back." He said and kissed me on the forehead. I was frozen by his sweet gestures. He was about to turn around when I stopped him.

“Thank you for everything.” He gave me a smile, showing his deep dimples.

“No worries. I'm off now."

"Be safe."

"I will." He gave me a one last goodbye before leaving.

As soon as I lock the door, silence kicked right in, swallowing every corner of the house. I haven't told him yet about what happened between Topaz and I but he doesn't ask too. I appreciate his silence although I can see through his eyes the unsaid questions that he chose to keep.

I'm not really sure of what we really are to each other but there's this invisible string between us, as if we've long known each other for years. I feel so comfortable and safe around him even though we've just met for like three days.

Last night's scene suddenly popped in mind. His touch, his voice, his breath, and his well defined body. Gosh! Why do I keep on thinking of him? I tapped my cheeks to snapped out of it. I'll just make myself busy with cleaning the house.

Renzo's PoV

I parked my motorbike and before entering at the hotel's back door for us staff. Made short morning conversations with my coworkers before heading to the counter to swipe my card for today's record.

Behind me was Emma, a coworker. She greeted me a good morning. "Likewise." was my only response.

"I hope you're doing well." She added, snaking her arms around mine. I shake her arms off. "I'm beyond well." I faced my back at her and took my way to Topaz's office but I still heard her call my name.

"I'll wait!" I waved her off. She's been harassing me, forcing me to go out with her. Been politely rejecting her for many times until she started to be clingy and it is extremely uncomfortable for me.

I headed to Topaz's office. I knocked first before hearing his permission. I was welcomed by the scent of cigarette and wine. I caught him standing in front of his large glassed window while holding a glass of wine.

"Renzo my friend." He faced me.

"Sup?" I comfortably sat on the chair in front of his table.

"We checked Katarina's room and there were missing things according to her mother." He said straight to the point fixing his eyes to his glass, playing with the wine while slowly walking towards his swivel chair, his other hand in his pocket.

"Last time I saw Katarina is that she had no things with her, not even her wallet." He added and sat on his chair leaning his elbow on the table.

"Don't you find it suspicious?" He looked at me. I didn't change my expression and maintained my posture. I let out a sigh and leaned my back on the chair.

"Did you check the CCTV cameras? No signs?" I pretended to be suspicious.

"Of course. No sign of stealing." He said and took a sip of his wine.

It's because I sneaked in to the CCTV room and I was lucky enough for the personnel to be out for a bit. I immediately deleted the footages where I can be seen, making sure that there's no trace of me entering the room. My attention shifted to his laugh.

"Ey, you look so serious pal. Don't worry! I will sure find that rascal in no time." He said and laughed. I laughed with him. He handed me a glass and I accepted it. He poured some wine in it and we cheered.

"Oh yeah, what brings you here?"

"I want a different job." I said without hesitation as I sip on my wine. He paused and asked why.

"I just want to try something new. You know me right?" l reasoned.

"Yeah. You like trying new things since we were kids but let me ask you this one thing.

What made you do this all of a sudden?" He eyed me.

"Not that serious. Just got bored with my job." I drink once again.

"Really." He scanned my face with his skeptic eyes as if finding a whole that would make me suspicious.

Seconds of silence passed before he laughed again, hitting my shoulders.

"Of course! Anything for my pal." He grinned as we finish our drink. We ended our conversation with me choosing to be a waiter instead.

Katarina's PoV

A week passed by like a wind. My life remained to be peaceful since my stay with Renzo. I would spend my time cleaning the house, reading books, and studying cooking.

I feel content with this setup. Renzo is still not asking about me, giving me time to adjust before opening up. There's something with his stares that makes the insides of my stomach tingle. There's no day that he doesn't makes my cheeks burn. He would always flutters my heart with his simple gestures.

We've been close to each other these past few days. I can't even stand those hours without seeing him just for a minute but he has a job, a reason for him to leave the house and come back at night time. We would watch movies, cook or even play games.

As the day, hour, second passes, I found myself falling for him. The way he looks, talk, and touch me makes my heart beat so fast as if being chased by butterflies. I'm not stupid to not know these signs. I know to myself that I'm already in love with him.

Today is Saturday, it's ten o'clock tonight. I just finished taking a bath. I put my pajamas on. Tonight's theme is hello kitty.

Sleep hasn't visited me yet. I feel so awake. I already tried different positions for me to feel comfortable for sleep but I guess sleep hates me tonight.

I got out of my room only finding myself staring at his door. Should I knock? Maybe he's now sleeping. I stared down my feet. What should I do now?

"Katarina?" I was startled by his deep voice. I found him staring at me wondering while holding on his doorknob.

"Hey."

I shyly smiled. He might think of me as a weirdo now.

My eyes laid on his half naked body. His hair is wet, water dripping from it. He was only wearing a towel. I but on my lower lip.

"Is everything okay?" I was brought to reality by his worrying voice. I panicked. How long have I stared at his body? Oh gosh.

"Y-Yes. I'm sorry. Uh I'm going back in now. Good ni-" He cut me off.

"Can't sleep?" I slowly turned my gaze to him. I nod. "Come." He pulled me to his room and I just found myself in his warm embrace. My heart is thumping crazily again, almost loosing my breath.

I hear his heart too, as if beating in rhythm with mine. My head rested on his bare hard chest, I can feel his body's warmth embracing me.I hugged him back.

"Nice pajamas." He grins. I chuckled. "I'm a fan since 5." He stroked my hair with his long fingers. We swayed, treasuring every moment.

"I miss you." He whispered on my hair, feeling his warm breath. I paused. "What do you mean?"

"You know what I mean." We locked our eyes on each other. Light coming from his lamp casted shadows on the edges of his face, making his eyes darker and beautiful.

"I miss you too." His eyes twinkled at my response. A wave of emotions became transparent in his eyes. Adoration, longing, and lust. I wet my lips.

His eyes lowered to my lips and I was the same to him. We're both craving for it. I raised my hand to his lips, brushing it with my thumb. He only stared at me, watching every gesture I make.

He was there when I needed him so bad and I'm here for him too.

I claimed his lips with mine, closing the gap between us. I touched his face. I closed my eyes as I brush my lip against his. He immediately responded as if waiting for it for a long time. We're both thirsty for each other. The burning sensation inside our body awakens.

I felt my body getting warmer, hotter. The familiar excitement and sensation rushed through my body.

He unclasped my bra and took it off. The same with my clothes and at that moment, I already knew that I will have a good night.

He carried me and laid me gently on his bed without breaking our kiss. He removed his towel and went on top of me. With the help of the light coming from his lamp, I can see his features clearly. We both stared at each other for a moment as if we're memorizing each other's features.

He cupped my face and kissed me. I can feel his crave and desire in his actions. I put my arms on his shoulders and brushed his hair while kissing him. Every flick of his tongue turns me on. I missed his lips. Addicting like an alcoholic. We moaned.

He was gentle. His touch and his kisses are so sweet. I moaned as I felt him inside me again, sending me the familiar unexplainable sensation. I felt his smile between our kisses. He began to thrust and I can't help but to moan his name in pleasure.

I held unto the headboard instead of digging my nails on his bare back. He continued to kiss me while thrusting. This feeling he gives me is so good, so different, and so addicting it makes me crazy for wanting more of him. Only he can make me feel this way.

We moaned each other's names. As he goes faster and deeper inside me, our moans also goes louder filling the room with our moans and the sound of the bed creaking.

"I want all of you Katarina. You're mine." He said while my lips lightly bumping to his chin.

"I'm yours Renzo, only yours."