Sinking Deep (GL)

CHAPTER 9

Nagdadalawang isip akong tiningnan ang hawak ko,

Ano kayang lasa nito?

"You wouldn't know if you don't want to taste," sabi ulit ni Thalia. Her eyes still locked at me, parang ayaw na niya alisin ang titig niya sakin, it's uncomfy and I don't like it.

Hesitant but curious, I took the glass she offered and downed the drink she had ordered.

"Wow, fuck!" I exclaimed suddenly.

The alcohol hit me hard, it was my first time drinking, and I had no idea it would taste this strong.

Thalia laughed at my reaction, "Yep, it's clear that this is your first time. Your expression says it all. But hey, it's not that strong, you know."

Mixed with the potent alcohol, I could still taste the smooth and refreshing orange juice.

Part of me thought it was good, but another part felt like it tasted awful.

"One more," I said.

Thalia's laughter subsided, and she was taken aback when I expressed a desire for more. "I thought you don't drink," she said with a smirk.

"It tastes pretty bad and pretty good," I responded. Pinunasan ko ang mga labi kong nabasa ng ininom ko.

It taste horrible but I kinda like the hit of the alcohol in my head, it feels good.

"Want to drink pure tequila?" Thalia asked, "It's on me again, anything you want, I'll pay." She offered.

"I will pay for my own drink," I responded.

Tumayo ulit si Thalia saka pumunta sa counter, pagkabalik nito ay may dala ng isang bote ng tequila, hindi ako sure. May kasama rin siyang waiter na may dalang tray ng food, andami niyang inorder.

"What's this?" I asked.

"Tequila," sagot niya sabay upo sa tabi ko, "Hindi ka naman iinom ng marami, just drink a little."

Nilagyan niya ng tequila ang glass na dala niya tapos binigay sakin. Inamoy ko muna ito tapos napatakip ako ng ilong sa lakas ng alcohol na nanggagaling sa baso.

Thalia laughed.

The shot glass in in my hand seemed both intriguing and intimidating. Parang ayuko pero gusto ko, ang gulo.

"That's safe, okay? don't worry." Thalia assured me.

Taking a deep breath, my hand trembling slightly with anticipation. The tequila had a faint golden hue, and I couldn't help but wonder what it would taste like.

With a mix of courage and curiosity, I raised the glass to my lips and took a tentative sip. Instantly, a burst of flavor exploded on my tongue. The taste was unlike anything I had ever experienced before a combination of zesty citrus and the earthy sweetness of agave.

The tequila danced on my palate, leaving behind a warm, peppery kick that sent a tingling sensation through my body. Ang sarap sa feeling.

So this is what it taste like, huh?

I couldn't help but let out a surprised gasp. The intensity of the flavor caught me off guard, and for a moment, I felt a rush of adrenaline.

Thalia chuckled, amused by my reaction, but I couldn't blame her. This was a completely new sensation for me.

"It taste different from the screwdriver, I like this." I said.

"So you like stronger drinks, hmm." Thalia responded.

"Pwede isa pa?" I asked.

Thalia chuckle, "Of course but don't overdo"

Tumango ako tsaka binigay sa kanya ang shot glass.