Here I am, walking in this well-known mall alone. He said he’ll pick me up at three. Where is he? Why is he late again? After waiting for an hour in my house where you said you’ll pick me up, I decided to get here alone.

        I texted him again. Why doesn’t he reply? Did he forget his phone again?! This guy really, he doesn’t listen. I reminded him to always bring his phone with him the last time we’ve dated which is just the day before yesterday.

        I sat on one of the benches in this luxurious promenade. There are five soft sofas in here, all facing a shop and all are occupied. I have no choice. Even though this bench is hard and small, it will keep my company and comfortable for a while.

        Is it Valentine’s day? Why are there many couples gathering here now? Heart-shaped eyes, heart-shaped faces, heart-shaped bubbles, all hearts everywhere. Now I began thinking again, just where could he might be?

        My guy is always late so what I did is to preoccupy myself with thoughts. What thoughts? Then my brain automatically time traveled, warped, and flashbacked. It was last week when my guy and I lounged at the same mall. Oh! And the same bench!

        So, what happened last week? Last week was bittersweet. I forgot my problems just for an hour, no movie or book could do that magic. It’s just him. I’ve really fallen for this special guy.

        My heart and mind traveled and wandered in the mall but with my physical body still sitting, gazing endlessly at these wonderfully expensive shops and the couples window-shopping. Where do I begin? I know now.