Chapter 12

Scarlett's POV

Days flew by and we have become more close than ever. Truth to be told, I now understood why I feel sparks whenever he touches me. I feel a whole damn zoo in my stomach when I hear his name. He's so attractive and I think I have a crush on him. That stupid pig...

Cold breaths came out of my mouth as we walk towards the building. We entered and soon everyone stared at me including those bitches, if you know who I mean. I couldn't care less because his hand entertained with mine. He tightened his hold to let me know he is here with me. That's what I needed all along. Someone who is with me.

I couldn't help but happy because we got an A+ grade in our projects. As soon as the bell rang, I stood from my seat and hugged him tightly. I want to let him know how much grades mean to me.

I whispered in his ear " thank you so much. These grades mean so much to me. " He hugged me tightly and rubbed my back. He knows that it soothes me.

After a long tiring day, I plopped on my couch, staring at nothing. I was so concentrated on my thoughts that I didn't notice myself shivering with cold.

Turning on the heater, I cleaned my home and ate dinner but it was still 10:30 PM. I finished my work quickly tonight and there were fewer customers too.

My phone binged signaling I got a text from someone. My phone rarely bings as no one text me. Checking the phone, it was javier who texted me to be ready at 11. I texted him back, wondering where was he taking me and why does he want me to be dressed. Anyway, I dressed up and waited for him.

The doorbell rang. I quickly walked up to the door and unlocked it before opening it. Right in front of me, he was dressed in a black hoodie, matching with and some jeans.

I switched off all the lights and the heater and locked the door after walking outside. I shuddered as a cold wind hit my face.

"Where are we going?" I asked with an innocent smile hoping that he would tell me.

"Someplace, where you and I feel peace and comfort." Peace? Comfort? What is he talking about? He shakes his head as he notices my confusion.

"You'll know when you see it." That was his last response as we sped off on his bike. Thank God, we put our helmets on, we wouldn't have survived the cold. I was about to tell him that maybe we should head back home, it's too cold. But I realized the path he's taking. How does he know this place?

I asked him immediately " How do you know this place?" We got off the bike and went around the abandoned building.

"Looks like we are much more connected to this place than other people."

I understood what he said. We both come here when we want to disappear from this world and find peace. We didn't talk any further and sat on the grass, staring at the moon and the stars.

He looked at the stars with gloomy eyes. He was hurt and he isn't willing to show it. His breath was shaky and no matter how much I deny, he seemed...

Lonely. It hurt when I realize it's always been about me. I never really reached out to him. I never asked whether he was okay or not.

I put my arms around his neck and hugged him tightly. And that's what he needed the most. He looked so fragile as if he was at his breaking point.

My eyes teared up when I felt wetness on my neck. He started to sob and cried loudly. I pulled him closer if it's even possible. I sat on his lap wrapped my legs around him.

"I miss them so much " I couldn't hold back my tears. I sobbed as I remember my family.

"I know...I know." I couldn't say anything anymore as I cried with him.

He pulled away and wiped my tears. Nonetheless, they fell again. But this time, he kissed my tears as if he wanted to take my sadness away. His tears were dried and there were traces of them on his face.

Maybe it's time that I tell him about my family.

I said, looking at him " Javier, look at the night sky...Do you know what they are feeling right now? Your parents are feeling pride because you have become a better person. They are so proud of you...even your sister feels the same. They love you so much. They are looking at you right now."

In the end, his eyes welled up with tears. I kissed his tears as they fall on his cheeks.

"I wish I could say that same to you." His husky voice caught me off guard.

I sighed and looked at the sky, said " My family is so different from yours. Your family loved you so much and they never compared you to anyone. My family always expected so much from me but I could see the disappointment when I fail to reach their expectations. "

I sighed again due to heaviness in my chest and continued " they were lovely people but they forgot that they had two daughters, not one. Ella was the center of my family. Everything revolved around her and I was quite happy for her. But then, they started to criticize my size, my hair, everything about me. It hurt me but I never said a word to them."

"They thought I was fine. Hell even I thought I was fine but I wasn't. And I was getting tired of pretending. They would compare me to others now and then. They took Ella with them everywhere. Even Ella started to criticize and insulted me. It was like knives stabbing through my heart repeatedly. "

"One night, they went to a restaurant and while coming back home, they died in a car accident."  I couldn't hold back my tears anymore. I choked a sob. He put his finger under my chin and he looked at me. For the first time, I lye he sees my broken side that I have been hiding from everyone. He wiped off my tears.

"I will never leave you alone like them. I promise you, I will always be here with you. " I smiled at his words. They were sincere and I believe that he is never going to leave me. I know he will never do that.

I smiled because of him. I smiled and it was genuine. I felt happy. True happiness.

"I like you "

"What?"

"What!"

"You said you like me," I said, surprised at his words. He likes me as I like him?

" I said I like your hair ".

I let out an 'oh', he must have seen disappointment. I know he's lying. He said he likes me. I'm not dumb or deaf.

I said, innocently " I like your hair too. It's so soft and curly. " I'm loving this. I traced my finger from his cheek to his lower lip.

His eyes were at my lips. His eyes held desire, lust, and pride. But why pride,?

He's proud that I would be his first kiss. Oh my God, he knew that, didn't he?

I'm doing a shitty act anyway. I gave up and looked at my watch.

"I think we should go. It's late anyway" I said while looking away from him. I tried to stand up but his hand on my waist pulled me down.

Before I could say anything, his lips were on mine. My eyes immediately closed, savoring the moment. I'm afraid that if I opened my eyes, it would be all a dream. His lips moved against mine passionately. I felt his desire and lust as he kissed roughly. My hands went up to his hair and tugged at it. He let out a groan. I sighed as I felt the same desire.

Soon, my breath was getting shorter so I pulled away. His forehead was against mine. I felt a smile on my face. I just had my first kiss under the moonlight. How romantic is that! I slowly open my eyes to find him already staring at me with a grin.

" I like you too.," I shyly said as remembered his words. His eyes sparkled with happiness. My lips were a little bit swollen. Suddenly, some white substance fell on my nose. I looked up and realized that it was snowing. I laughed and stood up. We played around for some time. Soon, we both were shivering due to the sudden drop in temperature.

We went back to my home. He dropped me off but I had other plans.

So, I asked him to stay and he happily obliged.

I felt at ease as I shared my past with him. As we laid on my bed, he immediately knew that I was thinking about them. What if they were there? Would they love me like they loved Ella? He saw my sullen face and hugged me firmly. He rubbed my back rocked me forth and back.

I never realized that I fell asleep. I felt him putting his arms around me and kiss my lips. He pulled our covers up to my neck. Then, we fell into a dreamless sleep. This time, I knew that I'm not going to experience any nightmare tonight.

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