Elena's POV
Its been hours since we have started roaming in the mall. As usual both Emma and Becca have not bought even a single piece of cloth. I am sure that I will die of exhaustion today.
We are currently in a boutique and both of them are just walking around aimlessly. 'Guys please tell me what are you both looking for so that I can at least help' I pleaded.
El, I need a cocktail dress. Sam has asked me to be his date for an award night of his company and also there is a welcome party for the new CEO. Its on this Thursday. I really want to impress his colleagues. But I can't find a good dress, she said whining. 'What about you???' I asked Becca (She seems to be in a deep thought since the morning. I really don't know what has gotten into her. Its very unlikely of her)
I have a date, Becca said blushing. I squealed, 'What!!!! when did this happen?' (So that's why this girl
has been acting weird)
Seriously Becca, you decided to tell this now, after spending all this time with us??? Emma asked getting angry (Uh-oh, this is not good)
'Em, just calm down and let her speak, okay. So who is the guy Becca???' I asked excited.
Actually his name is Dave Miller and he went to high school with us. He is....
Whoa, whoa, hold up. "THE DAVE MILLER" ,the then freaking football team captain, realllly!!!! screamed Emma.
The one and only, Becca said shyly.
I can't believe it. How did you two even meet??? The last time I heard about him was like 3 years ago that his family shifted to London, Emma asked getting confused. Actually we met through i********:, Em. He commented on one of my pics, like about 6 months back and then on we became friends. Finally he asked me out on Friday. I was really shocked. That's why I didn't tell you about this. Sorryyy..... Becca apologized
Okay apology accepted, but is he back now??? asked Emma (It seems like Emma really approves of this guy. Or else she would have screamed at her for hiding all of this) Yeah, his family shifted back here last year. He is currently working as a CFO in his cousin's company, said Becca proudly.
Oh that's great news Becca I still can't believe its Dave Miller (Who is this Dave Miller about whom Em is so getting hyped about!!!! )
'Excuse me guys but care to explain what is happening here......I can't believe that you both just left me out of your conversation' I said pouting.
I'm so sorry El, I got so excited that I completely forgot you were here with us, Em said apologizing and Becca mouthed a sorry. (Guess they took my words seriously!!!!)
'Yeah silly, I thought so. So tell me Em, who is this Dave Miller???' I asked getting curious.
Dave Miller was the most popular guy in our school. He is so tall, handsome and of course charming, the typical good boy. He was our football team captain for 3 straight years and you know what, our dear Becca here had a secret crush on him but she never tried to approach him, not even once. Me being the typical Emma, tried every possible way to make her talk to him but she being her usual stubborn self never even made it to his 2 mile radius. I still can't believe how she managed to talk to him through i********:!!!!!! Emma said shaking her head.
'I can understand, Em. Becca took almost 2 months to warm up to me that too only because I was your friend' I said chuckling (When I looked at Becca she was blushing furiously) 'Oh my god Em, look how cute Becca is. Somebody is in L-O-V-E.....' I sang.
No no no, its just our first date and you know, we are just trying to get to know each other better anddd..... Becca said twirling her hair (Awww....She is so shy!!!!)
'No, seriously Becca, I am so happy for you' I said hugging her. (I can't believe that she has finally found someone she likes...)
But what about you El, don't you want to date someone??? asked Emma
'Of course not Em, I have already made it clear that I will only marry the guy whom my family chooses for me'.
Isn't that a bit old school??? Becca asked getting shocked at what she just heard. 'Yes, for you guys Becca. But for me its the right thing' I said shrugging.
Then tell us about this, how will you live with a complete stranger???? they asked. (Its no surprise that they find it weird. Sometimes even I find it hard to digest)
'I will eventually learn to love him and we'll get comfortable over time' I said more like trying to convince myself.
Okay, but tell me what's the loss in dating someone???? At least consider Josh. He is a really good guy, Emma said frowning (I think Emma is not going to leave this topic. I always try to change the topic whenever she brings this up. Its really a sore subject for me. I am a hopeless romantic, who believes in soul mates and true love. But my family only accepts the notion of "love after marriage". So I will have to abide by their rules whether I like it or not. But now I am in a dilemma as all of my friends are shipping me and Josh. He himself is determined to make me fall in love with him and my heart is not at all helping me right now)
'Em, you are the one who said that I get easily attached to people, even to my patients. Its true. If I love someone I will love him with my whole heart. So if my parents don't agree to the marriage then I can't risk breaking my heart and in the process break his heart too. Also if the guy ever cheats on me, I probably won't survive the heartbreak. I won't be able to love someone else as I'll only love one man in my life. So to avoid these situations I've decided not to date' I said trying to convince them.
You know what, you are something else Elena, Emma said feeling defeated. She looks really disappointed. 'I can't help it, Em' I said sighing.
Well, we came here to enjoy ourselves not to cry over my fate. 'Lets not waste any more time and find some beautiful dresses to impress my "future brother-in-laws". Ain't I right my beautiful sisters???' I asked smirking. Both of them are looking so red like a ripe tomato. Awww..... they are so cute. Dear Lord, please give these two a happy ever after with the man they love.
Finally after a lot of trials and arguments we have successfully bought two dresses. Emma has chosen a green satin full gown with a thigh high slit and spaghetti straps. Becca has chosen a royal blue bodycon dress that reaches just above her knees. The dresses are perfect for them and we successfully found matching heels and accessories.They made me buy a dress too, even after my strong denial saying that it will come handy. Its a red satin mermaid gown with a sweetheart neckline and a low back. Its really beautiful but its too revealing for my liking. I don't know to where are they expecting me to wear it. But no force can go against Emma and Becca when they are together in something.
I am now waiting outside the McDonald's, my hands full with all the shopping bags as my besties have gone to buy us food. My phone has been ringing constantly and I was trying to take it from my purse when I saw Becca motioning me to come inside. Urgh, what is it now!!!!! I started walking towards the shop, looking through my call log. Suddenly bumped into something hard. As far as I can remember there was no wall in front of me. I twisted my foot, lost my balance and everything slipped from my hands including my phone. I tightly shut my eyes preparing myself to fall butt flat on the floor. But out of nowhere two strong hands took hold of my waist and now I am hanging mid-air in someone's arms. I am so embarassed to open my eyes that I didn't dare to do it. I can hear Emma calling my name from somewhere around but I can only focus on a deep husky voice asking me, "Are you okay?" As I slowly opened my eyes I was met with two beautiful grey orbs staring right at me. His eyes are really mesmerizing. It is grey with specks of gold in it. I will call him Mr.Grey eyes. I was entranced by his eyes that I completely forgot where I was. I was brought back to reality by Becca's voice (I can't believe I was just ogling at a man, like a creep, in the middle of a mall. Way to go Elena, way to go) I tried to say I'm okay. The keyword 'tried' because I couldn't find my voice. I must have sounded so silly!!!! I again heard his deep voice asking me to let go and then I realised that I was clutching onto him like a koala (Today is officially my day of embarassment!!!!)
I said sorry and immediately let go of his shirt. I tried to stand up but no I was yet to get embarassed as I slipped and fell right into his arms, again (Someone please just hide me!!!!) I heard him chuckling and then he whispered into my ears "I know that I am handsome but looks like you love staying in my arms. But sorry kitten, I am quite busy right now. How about another day???"
(Now I am furious. Egoistic j**k)
I immediately pushed him away like I got burnt. I crouched down and started looking for my phone. Oh no its broken!!!!!! The entire screen is cracked and it is not even getting switched on. And all our clothes are spread on the floor. They must've gotten dirty (Just great!!!) I didn't care to look at him. 'I am so sorry for bumping into you', mumbling this I started picking up the things.
Then the most unexpected thing happened. Nooo, he didn't just do that....He stepped on our dresses.
'I'm sorry but did you just step on our clothes???' I asked flabbergasted. Now for the first time since our meeting, I looked directly at his face. To say he is good looking will be an understatement. He is really handsome and his dressing screams rich. He is wearing a navy blue armani suit, glossy black shoes and a branded watch, of course a typical spoilt brat.
(Oh god, I am starting to feel intimidated by him) He stood there smirking at me. I am enraged.
Acquiring all my courage, I stood up and asked, 'Why did you step on our clothes, mister??? Can't you see that they are new and its not like you don't have enough space to walk???' (He is really tall and well-built. I am probably looking like a little girl compared to him. God help me!!!!)
"Whoa, the kitten has claws" he said smirking (Good lord, I so wish to wipe that smirk off of his face)
'Excuse me mister, but that's not the answer to my question' I said fuming. Both Emma and Becca are now standing beside me (Remind me to thank you guys later)
"Oh about that I don't like to change my path for the sake of others and now these clothes, they are not even that costly. Also I know very well that girls like you are very much interested in falling into the arms of rich, handsome guys like me" he said smugly. I am speechless....Is he for real!!!! I guess Becca felt the same as she is looking at him like she saw an alien. But Emma is looking furious. I am sure she is gonna lash out at him anytime now. A furious Emma is someone you don't want to mess with.
What the hell did you just say !!!! Don't you have manners, talking to us like that. We are not like those golddiggers who cling onto rich brats like you for money. We paid for these clothes with our hard earned money you j**k. For how you talked to Elena, you should be slapped !!!!!! (What did I just say, Em will probably kill him today)
"Whoa lady you don't know me well. So think before you say something inappropriate. Talking about manners, your friend here didn't even say a thanks to this Knight in Shining Armour (He said pointing towards himself) for saving the Damsel in Distress (He said pointing towards me) at the cost of my starbucks" (He really has a death wish today!!!!)
Get your head out of the gutter mister.......So your starbucks is more valuable than our clothes and for your kind information, a spoilt brat like you doesn't deserve even a single thank you, yelled an angry Emma. "Woman mind your words or else...." he said getting angry.
Else what???, Emma taunted him (Oh dear lord, its getting out of hand. People have started to notice the drama being unfolded in the mall. Becca is still stuck to her place. I guess I will have to take things into my hands)
'Em, please calm down....Look mister I am really sorry for bumping into you. It was purely unintentional and thank you for saving me. I am ready to pay for your starbucks. But what you did and said just now, was extremely disrespectful. So kindly end this here'.
But El, he.....Emma whined. I am also angry Em, but he is rich and powerful. I also think that it was my fault in the first place as I was not very careful. I can't say this out loud so instead I said 'Lets go Em, we are wasting our time here. Becca please help me to pick these clothes up'.
I can feel his stare on me but I ignored it. I crouched down on the floor and started picking up our things. I saw his shoes approach me and then to my surprise he bent down and whispered into my ears "You are quite interesting kitten. I like you and I hope we will meet again soon". The nerve of this man!!!! I literally wanted to slap him but before I could do anything he walked away. I hate people like him who thinks everything is about money and that they can do anything. J**k.
Emma got furious seeing this. You b*****d stop right there..... she started to go after him but I held her back. 'Leave it Em, lets go, I am starving. Also, we have more shopping to do. Did you get everything Becca???' I asked holding Emma's hand. Yeah lets go El. I think we will have to buy you a new phone now, Becca said looking at my broken phone. 'Yeah I think so' I said sighing. There goes my monthly savings.........
Hi Readers,
I'm a student and so I won't be able to make daily updates, please forgive me for the delay.
(From here on Elena's dialogues will be given in single quotes as before and the dialogues of Mr.Grey eyes will be given in double quotes "...." Kindly note it while reading.)
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