I have to accept that the idea of sharing what Heidi likes the most is superbly appealing, so I easily say yes. I mean, it should be fun, right?
Right?
Then, why the heck am I standing on this chair?
With Heidi, we decided to try something simple and well-known; she said so because I've never tried something like this before. That is why we are presenting the classic scene of the balcony from Romeo and Juliet.
Even I who have no prior knowledge of the original work knows how it goes. And, it was that or the tragic death. But I wanted something more… meaningful between her and I, hence the chosen scene.
I am ecstatic to share this moment with Heidi, I really am, but why the hell am I Juliet?!
Could we not just do it normally? Pretending to be a woman is not something I ever thought of doing. My brother once did it when he was young, but it was still a disaster. Even when they presented it as a comedy. Romeo and Juliet is pure tragedy! Keep the drama, the characters, the love!
Bear with it, Aldo, just bear with it.
"Alliet! It's me. Let me see you, Alliet!" Nope, I cannot. What is with the embarrassing name?! Gosh, I want to leave. Let me leave, please. "Don't try to play hard on me my dear Alliet, that I already saw you half-naked." I blanche for a second, then furiously twirl in the chair to glare at her.
"That was an accident!" How can you say that in front of others! They will start some weird rumours!
"Blessed are the eyes that see thee, though I have to confess that your moustache gets more visible the more we meet." What?! I unconsciously cover my mouth. And indeed, I feel hair prickling my hand. I came out of my house like this?! While I stand there, devastated, the spectators just laugh. "But worry not, my dear, that even if you're as hairy as Bigfoot, I'll still love you."
That is… touching, but so embarrassing. Is she planning to sink my popularity? No, I cannot lose here!
"Don't come to me with those lame words, Montesco. I was told you were trying to make a pass with a washerwoman. Have some dignity and leave." An 'ooh' resounds in the room. Of course, the washerwoman I am referring to is Niccolo. I will not forget that offense with the song!
"Slanders, my love, the only one with whom I would dare to cheat on you is my own hand!" What is she saying?! I cannot… I give up! I cannot go with her pace. More so with the others laughing loudly to what she says. I have to finish this and save some of my leftover dignity.
"The guards are coming. It's better for you to leave, or your little dates with your right hand will end here." I shoo her away. I get help from the others with the steps sound.
"I will, but first, I need to get something from you." That said, she climbs onto the chair that is on my left and she stands in front of me, her eyes sparkling with mischief and something else my mind cannot process because it went blank.
Did she mean…?
Damn, I totally forgot about the kiss in this scene! NO! I am not ready! Well, I am, but not in front of so many people! I have to stop this for my own sake, my health, everything that has to do with me!
"In your dreams, Montesco. I don't like men smaller than me." I manage to squeak out and turn around, signifying the end of my participation. I can feel my heart beating really fast. I think it is going to explode!
Sadly, Heidi takes my denial as a challenge. "Nevertheless, I like big women. Even if they hit me. So, come here." With surprising strength, she grabs my arm and pulls me. I almost fall, yet my precarious balance is not what I focus on, but the lips pressed on mine.
Mom, I do not regret anything! Your son can happily die here and now.
I unconsciously close my eyes and enjoy the moment. I am sure I will not be able to sleep tonight, reminded of the softness of her lips, of her warm breath, of her sweetness. Everything about her is so sweet. Or is it because of the candy she ate before?
Mm, mango.
Delicious.
"Aldo you can get down from there now." Heidi says. I open my eyes and notice the women are all giggling and the men have knowing smirks on their faces.
Hell, did I do something embarrassing? Apart from the whole scene? I look at Heidi, and she just smiles at me. What does that smile mean? That she liked the kiss? Does that mean she likes me? Then, we can already get married!
Wait, that is going too far.
No matter! Heidi stole a kiss… She kissed me.
Life is so beautiful!
We leave the place when it is already dark. Aside from embarrassing myself a bit – because who cares about some embarrassing moment when I got a kiss in return! –, I enjoyed being there. It was fun; or more like, Heidi is really fun. It is hard to get bored when you are around her. No matter how I see it, she is the perfect woman. She has her issues, yes, but that is part of her charm.
"You coming back to my place?" I softly ask her, careful of the eavesdroppers around.
"I've to go with some of my friends somewhere else. Gimme your number to arrange a day I can go pick up my clothes." She rejects my offer, but extends an olive branch – and her mobile to me.
I quickly type it, save it as 'Aldo <3' and make a call to have her number. "There, don't be a stranger and write to me." I wink at her before leaving handsomely. I hope.
Driving back home, I cannot stop sighing, grinning like a lunatic and replaying the kiss in my mind. If I had known she liked kissing others, then I would have done so since we were 10. Has she kissed other guys in the group? No, Aldo, stop the bad thoughts. Think of beautiful things… like her lips.
Humming, I enter the house and throw myself on the couch. Then, I giggle and roll on the couch, excited.
"Aldo, if you keep smiling like that, your face will rip."
"What the-! Niccolo!" I cried out, and roll to the floor. "Don't just barge into someone's house. That scared me." I pat my chest. Does he not have his own house? I do not think he ever sets foot in it. I frown, glaring at the younger man.
"I was here before you came in and clearly saw you smiling as if you received the best service ever, if you know what I mean." He wiggles his eyebrows and gives me a perverted smile. This guy has no remedy.
"Of course not, I'm not you." I sit back on the couch and cross my legs.
"Then, what happened? Something to do with miss Heidi?" As quick as ever, aren't you, little Nicky? But I learned my lesson from last time! So, to prevent myself from saying anything incriminating I just nod. That's all you'll get from me Niccolo.
"Ah, so the service was from her?" Nope, not saying anything more. "Are you going to get yet another scare?" He asks with his perverted smile still plastered on his face.
"Fuck's sake, Niccolo, what're you talking about?! She just kissed me!"
Silence…
Crap.