23rd June, 23’ on a rainy Friday
I waited for your arrival in front of the market. You were late. We promised to meet at 7.30pm. But, traffic made things hard. You came to see me at 8.35pm. I wasn’t upset. I felt nervous meeting you for the first time. It felt new. The time flew really fast around you. I remember the fast pace, and your walk made me all giddy. I wanted you to slow down. So, I held your shirt so you would walk slowly beside me. I liked when you teased me while looking at the ducks. The drizzling felt nice on the skin. You had a unique smell on you. Not that I hate, but I didn’t like it either. I lied when I said you smelled good. It was strong. Some might like it. But I didn’t but still, I wanted to please you. Maybe I didn’t want to make you feel uncomfortable. We went to mamak shop. You got your food first and I patiently waited for mine beside you. I didn’t wanna sot in front you cause I felt it would be hard to hear your voice while the whole restaurant is loud with people’s chit chat. I...