CHAPTER 009: MEET YUL

JAYDIE'S POV:

I texted Stella earlier not to be late. I told her to come, at exactly 6, but she's late for almost 20 minutes.

I sigh in frustration as I decided to check if she has arrived already. I looked around and saw her standing beside her motorcycle. And all I can say is that She's really cool.

I gave her my sweetest smile before I walk towards her to open the gate. "You're late," she chuckles because of what I said, and I found it cute as her Indian dimples appeared.

Even though she's late, I can't get mad at her. "It's ok, at least you came," I told her, then I extended my hand to guide her inside. She did not hesitate to enter.

It is the second time that she visited here. The first time was when we were in middle school, when his brother, who happened to be a friend of mine, introduced her to me five years ago. She was so young back then but I can't deny that she's too beautiful like what she is now. Or maybe she looks more stunning and getting even beautiful each day.

That time, he told me that she doesn't have to be in their house so he has to go with her on his trips. I also admit that I became attracted to her when I first met her. We also became closer because of her best friend, who was my classmate back then

"Why did you not wear a dress?" I asked her with a frown on my face as I noticed that she's not wearing what I've told her.

"I don't have one," that's the only answer she gave me as she sat on the couch. I just nodded as a response.

It's okay. I don't want to be mad since I want her to see my good sides only. "Where are the others? I thought it's a party."

I chuckle because of her innocent question. Well, they aren't here... not yet.

"I tricked you," I responded, which made her frown. I pinched her nose that causes her groan and frowns even more. "You're really cute when you're mad," I said with my playful smile as I sat beside her. She crossed her arms and laid her back on the couch that made me chuckle. She usually acts like a guy, but she acts childish when I'm around. It makes me think that she likes me... too.

"So, there's no party?" She faced me as she asked with her deep voice; waiting for my response.

I shook my head. "I just told you the wrong time." My response made her, even more, confuse and all I could do is to force myself not to smile.

"So.. it has ended?" She asked again with her confuse tone. Her voice is too deep to the point that you'll fall for it.

"Nope," I shook my head again. "You arrived earlier. We still have to wait for 1 and a half-hour." I continue and let out a laugh. She punches me quite hard my right arm, but I couldn't stop laughing even though her attacks can break bones. I never had an idea of how strong she is until this happened. I tried holding her fist to stop her and repeatedly telling her 'sorry', even though there is laughter coming out from my mouth that made me sound unserious, and it took me a really long time to completely stop her. I tried to stop laughing because she's glaring at me right now. "Ok, look, I just want to spend time with you." I tried to act cute in front of her but it seems like it did not work. She still has the frown on her face and She's not facing me.

I could just chuckle because of her cuteness, that's actually natural to her.

"What's with you?" She's facing me right now, looking more serious than earlier. I never thought she could be this serious even though I just want to have some fun.

"Sorry, ok? I just missed you," we haven't talked ever since the school year started. And I usually see her being with a guy, who's not familiar to me.

My words don't seem to please her so I think of a plan on how to make her smile, then I saw this little corgi walking towards me. A smile forms into my lips.

"Anyway, meet my baby," I told her while staring at her beautiful face. The corgi jumped on the couch and sat on my lap. She still hasn't noticed him. "This is Yul," I said as I rub his back, but my eyes are still glued on her. I noticed how her eyes sparkled as she saw Yul on my lap. Finally, she smiled and a smirk formed on my lips. She leaned nearer to me as she gently touches his head, but she did not say a word. "Like it?" I asked her and she just nodded.

She might be tough at first glance because of her cold appearance, but she's actually a soft-hearted princess. "Come on, let's play."

*****

The guests are all here. This is actually a pool party that is held at the backside of the house. That's the reason why there are no decorations in the front garden. My friends are busy splashing at the large pool area, some are eating, but I can't take my eyes off from this tiny girl who's playing with my corgi. My baby is now close to my princess.

I took out my phone from my pocket and took a photo of them together. She did not notice me because she's too busy so I decided to approach her afterward.

"Don't you want to join us there?" I asked as soon as I reached her place and sat beside her. She just shook her head, not even taking a glance at me. Ok, I'm kinda jealous.

"Come on, let's enjoy," I said as I held her tiny hands and pull her to stand up.

"I'm already enjoying," she yelled since the speakers are somewhat loud and I just chuckled because of her innocent response. How can she enjoy it if she's only playing with a puppy?

"I mean, join the fun out there," I pointed the pool area, only to see a couple kissing each other, wildly. My mouth parted; widely open. Ok, that's... embarrassing.

"Seriously?" annoyance is visible on her voice. And I did not expect to see that scene too.

I let out an awkward laugh.

"Come on, that's just n-nothing," ok, I just stuttered when I saw those couples leave the pool area while holding each other's hands. How stupid.

I knew what will happen next since the direction they are heading is where the bathroom was.

"Nothing, huh?"

*****

TYRON'S POV

"Happy birthday, mama," we all said in unison as we finished singing a birthday song. We're in Bundang, celebrating my grandma's 86th birthday. We all call her 'mama' because it's what she wants.

We all clap together when she finished blowing the candles on the cake. I am the one who's assigned in holding the cake, while Shelby's on the banner. She designed it herself since she's really good at arts.

The simple birthday party ended well. Others are already sleeping because of tiredness, the others went back to their hometowns, while Shelby and I decided to stay here in mama's house for tonight. We'll be back in Seoul this early morning.

Mama is sleeping right now, while my eyes are widely open.

I am at the terrace right now, feeling the cold breeze touch my face. I can't let out of Stella in my mind. Her face always appears every time I close my eyes. I don't know what's happening to me. I think I'm going crazy.

While my mind is full of the word "her", I heard footsteps coming to my direction.

"Good night~" I don't have to look who the culprit was. I know it's Shelby. "Oppa? Why aren't you sleeping?" She asked me as she sat on the floor beside me.

I gave her a smile. "I'm not yet sleepy,"

"Seems like you're spacing out," she asked with her worried tone. This girl gets worried easily. "I saw that you've been here for an hour. Any problem?" I just shook my head. I can't tell her, for now.

A long silence came between us, feeling the breeze to touch our faces. "I wonder what Stella unnie is doing right now," she broke the long silence between us, making me look at her as I heard what she says. I gave her a confused look. "We plan to attend a party, but it turned out that I have to be here and let her got there alone," she lets out a deep sigh. I still don't understand what she's trying to point out right now. My heart beats so fast which made me even more confused. I did not say a thing and waited for what she'll say next. "It's Jaydie oppa's birthday today too" And who's that Jaydie? "He invited us to attend his birthday celebration. I don't know why, but I feel like something will happen." I was shocked by her sudden confession.

What will happen? Is it gonna be bad? Is he planning something for Stella? That thought made my heart race even more. "Oppa" she called me with her calm tone.

"Hmm?" I hum, trying not to sound nervous.

"Do you... like Stella unnie?"