Fan Fiction |
by YukLing
Bosco glanced at me first before replying, "No Thanks. We'll take a rain check on that one. Qian and I have other plans."
"We do?" I asked surprisingly. "What plans do we have?"
Bosco gave me a wicked grin, then winked to me before saying "I'm taking you out. That's what."
I finally understood Bosco's reason when I looked at his face so I said, "Bosco, really there's no need to go celebrate. It's 2 months passed my birthday already."
Bosco dragged my hands and pulled me toward the transportation van, "No No. I won't have it. We're gonna go celebrate and I'm gonna treat you to a belated-birthday dinner. We've been filming the last 2 months straight, now that we have an early break today. I have to treat you for your belated birthday. How's that?"
Bosco was such a sweetheart, I couldn't refuse his offer and gladly went along with his plan.
"Driver, please take us back to the hotel first."
"Where are we going for dinner?"
"To a French restaurant. Hope you'll like it."
"Bosco, you know what. That just sound a bit too romantic for me. Hehe, do you mind picking another place?"
"Don't be ridiculous Qian. Besides you're no longer have obligation to anyone. Just enjoy yourself and have a good time. But first, we gotta stop by the hotel so we can change."
"Change? Is this a formal dining restaurant."
"Sure is. Nice fancy restaurant. You do have something to wear, don't you?"
Not really, I thought to myself. I hadn't plan on going out at all.
Bosco then reached for his a big bag behind the van car seat and gave it to me. "Here, this is for you."
"What is it?"
"It's a belated present."
"Aww, Bosco. This is too much. I can't accept this."
"I don't want to hear another word of refusal from you Qian. Just open it, I think you'll like it."
"OK OK..hehe..let me see what it's inside."
I opened the bag and unwrapped the present inside. My eyes were bewildered at the sight of the elegant pink, glimmering dress.
"Oh my gosh, Bosco. It's so pretty!"
I held the dress in front of me and asked "How do you think it'll look on me?"
Bosco gazed silently for a moment before replied "It’ll look absolutely gorgeous on you. I can't wait until..."
"Until what, Bosco?" I asked curiously.
"Until… I see you in it!"
"You're so weird today, Bosco."
"Qian, I'm weird everyday!" Bosco replied and then he gave a loud boisterous laugh.
"Miss Li, Mr. Wong. We've arrived."
"Thanks." We both said and exited the van.
"Hey Qian, I'll be at your room to pick you up in about 30 minutes. OK?"
I nodded and went into my room. I put the dress on the bed and went inside to take a shower.
It's been two long months since I've poured my heart and soul into work and that seem to have done the trick. At least now I haven't been dreaming too much about Fung anymore. I could sleep at night without wondering what Fung has been doing. Now and then one of the crew members would bring HK newspaper for us to read. I try not to look at them, for I was afraid of what I meant read. But as much as I tried to ignore the talk and stay away from the news, I could still hear people talking about them. It seems Rain has awakened now. I was very glad to hear that news and I can rest much easier too.
Till now, I still cannot believe everything that had happened in that one short week in HK. I'm afraid to fly back to HK, because it has too many happy and sad memories of me and Fung. When I'm filming in remote location, at least I get a chance to get away from it all. I could be at peace. I think that's what had helped me get thru these last few months. Today, we've finally finished one set of filming. The filming so far has been pleasant and joyful. Luckily, I have Bosco next to me always cheering me up. He's been more than a friend to me, and also a very good listener. I've been able to share with him all my problems without any awkwardness or embarrassment. Sometime the way he acts, especially when he's mischievous, reminds me of Fung.
I turned off the shower and wrapped myself with a clean towel. The mirror on top of the sink had become misty so I quickly wiped it clean using my hand. Looking at my reflection now, I wasn't sure if I could still recognize myself. It seems as if having another birthday had more maturity to my looks. Perhaps all that chocolate I've been snacking in between-scene-days are finally catching up to me, as I noticed that my body is much fuller and rounder. I smiled to myself at the visual sight of a full grown lady in front of me. I don't think Fung would recognize me anymore if he sees me now.
I quickly dry myself and put on the new pink dress Bosco had bought for me. It was a lovely dress, and the pink color seem to illuminate vibrantly against my ivory skin. I wonder what Bosco has got hiding up his sleeves. Knowing him, he's probably playing another trick on me like he normally does. I smoothed out the texture of my dress and took another look in the mirror before attempting to dial Bosco's number. But a knock on the door had interrupted my call.
"Hello, who is it?" I asked.
"It's me Bosco."
I quickly went to the door and let him inside.
"I'm almost done. Let me get my shoes, Bosco."
"Actually, I'm not in a rush Qian. Do you mind if we hang out here for awhile before going to dinner?"
I gave Bosco a curious look then agreeing let him inside my room.
"Is something wrong Bosco?" I asked.
"Um..Actually. There is. There's something I wanted to tell you, Qian." Bosco said as he scratches his head.
"What is it? Bosco, just say it. It's very unlike you to be this shy." I said and gave a laugh.
"Do you mind if we just sit down and talk for a little while?"
"Uh..sure Bosco." I replied and sat down on my bed. "Come on, you can tell me. What is the problem that's gotten you all tied up?" I asked.
"The problem is..."
{ring ring}
"Hold on, let me answer this call."
{picks up phone}
"Hello. It's about time. Are you sure? Coz I'm gonna have a lot of explanation if you're wrong. Yes, yes. I got it. Man, you sound more and more like a woman now. Always nagging me. OK. I get it!"
{hangs up phone}
"Is everything OK, Bosco?"
"Yeah. Everything is fine. That was just my friend calling to remind me of something I needed to do."
"Oh. OK. So you were about to tell me about your problem?"
"Oh, yes. Well, that can wait. Come on let's go to dinner."
We were about to enter the elevator to go downstairs when Bosco grabbed my hands and stopped me from walking.
"Bosco, what is it?" I turned around and asked.
"Qian, you really do look lovely in that dress."
I smiled and replied, "Why, Thank You Bosco. You don't look quite bad yourself. Hehehe."
"I hope you'll forgive me for what I'm about to do." Bosco said. And before I knew it, he bent his head down and kissed my lips. I tried pushing him away, but he didn't let go of me. I was no match for his strength.
========= AUTHOR'S NOTE ============
As you know, Chapter 15 is written from Qian's POV. *smiles*