Beware Of the Bad Boy

Chapter 2

Katelyn’s POV

I wanted to look away when I walked into his room, but I couldn’t as I glanced over to see him peel the fabric away from his chest, revealing a well-toned and athletic physique.

My breath caught in my throat as my eyes unwittingly wandered over his chiseled arms, defined abs, and strong shoulders. It was as if time had slowed down, and I couldn't tear my gaze away.

“You can place the box over there.” His voice interrupted my thoughts as he turned to look at me with those pale blue eyes.

Embarrassed by my own reaction, I quickly looked away, trying to regain my composure. I was aware that he was going to be my stepbrother, and it wasn't appropriate to have such thoughts. But I couldn't deny the admiration I felt for his physical appearance.

I gently placed the box down and glanced at him, as he set his shirt aside and wiped the sweat from his forehead with the back of his hand, he caught me stealing a glance.

Our eyes met, and I felt my cheeks flush with embarrassment. At that moment, I saw a glimmer of a knowing smile on his face, as if he had sensed my internal struggle.

"Hot day, huh?" he said, breaking the silence between us.

I nodded, my voice caught in my throat, unsure of how to respond. "Yeah, it's definitely warm." I glanced out of the window, the sun had begun to cast its golden glow over the backyard.

The air in the room felt warm, and a light breeze rustled through the leaves of nearby trees. I glanced back at Ryan, who, having worked up a sweat from all the heavy lifting, couldn’t help but take his shirt off.

Theirs were better, as a lady, no matter how hot it was, I had to endure the heat, I couldn’t take off my shirt, I would be revealing my soft boobs, but his were just his sexy abs that I couldn’t take my eyes off.

Ryan chuckled, his laughter sending a shiver down my spine. "Well, I think I might take a quick dip in the pool to cool off after this.” He looked away from me.

We had a pool at the left corner of the mansion. I remember being taught how to swim by my father, and most times, I usually had some pool party over at my house and just chilled with friends.

He glanced at me again after setting aside a box. “Care to join me?" He questioned, his eyes probably following the traces of sweat tickling down my cheek.

I wanted to accept his invitation, as the thought of seeing him shirtless by the pool made my heart race, but I knew I had to be careful. "I, uh, I should probably finish helping inside," I stammered, trying to find an excuse.

His smile remained, warm and friendly, and sexy, he had nice teeth, well arranged and white, and his smiles could make any girl dream, I wonder how he could be so cute like a sculpture calved by the finest craftsman.

"Sure thing, maybe next time then,” he said and turned away from me, working on taking out his belongings from the box.

I nodded, feeling relieved that he didn't push further. "Yeah, next time." He didn’t seem shy, unlike me, having a sibling was something I desired, and I thought we would get along well. I glanced around the room and smiled at the thought of it being occupied by someone.

“I should go help my dad and your mom.” I said out loud, although I knew I didn’t have to tell him this, and he didn’t even turn to look at me even after I said it. He seemed to be done with talking to me, and I knew I had to leave him to get familiar with the place while I wondered what he would turn this room into.

I walked out of the room and headed downstairs, trying to focus on the task at hand, but my mind kept replaying the image of his sculpted body.

Stop thinking about it Katelyn, he is not your boyfriend, he is your stepbrother now, no matter how handsome he is. I scolded myself for indulging in such thoughts, reminding myself that we were family now and that I needed to treat him as such.

Throughout the day, I tried my best to avoid letting my gaze linger on him, keeping myself occupied with other tasks and conversations with Amelia and my father. But it was difficult, as Ryan's presence seemed to draw me in like a magnetic force.

As the sun began to set, and the moving process came to an end, Ryan rejoined us, now wearing a clean shirt after a swim. He seemed unfazed by the attention he unintentionally garnered, as if he was completely unaware of the effect he had on me.

After having dinner together as a family, my dad and Amelia seemed exhausted, but they knew they still needed to talk to us. I have seen him. They both stole glances at themselves, and I was happy to see my father happy.

“Katelyn, as you know, me and Amelia will be going away for a few days on our honeymoon. Do you think you can be okay alone with Ryan?” My father asked me and I looked at Ryan who sat on the couch in the living room going through his cell phone.

I smiled. All through the day I had taken the time to study him, he looked nice, and he smiles, and he seemed like an easy-going person, and I knew every married couple has to go on a honeymoon, and I knew my father needed it.

“Sure dad, I am no longer a kid, I will be eighteen soon and I can take care of myself, so go have fun, the both of you.” I glanced at Amelia who smiled at me, and through the corner of my eyes, I felt Ryan’s preying gaze on me and I wondered what I said that made him stare at me, I was trying to be matured here.

“Thank you Kate.” My dad said softly and he held Amelia’s hand and squeezed it affectionately before turning his gaze back at me. “Ryan will be going to your school from tomorrow, his transfer processes have already been made…”

What? He would be going to my school, so not only would I see him at home, would I have to go to the same school as him? I blinked, glancing from him, and I turned to my father again to hear him continue.

“He would be taking the same classes with you, right, honey?” He glanced at Amelia who nodded in response. “He can drive, so you both will have to drive to school together.” He told me and I turned my eyes to Ryan.

His eyes met mine and I saw a thin smile on his lips, and I felt my heart skip a beat. Taking a drive together, sleeping in the same house, living in the opposite space upstairs and taking classes together, oh my god, I hope I don’t fall in love with you.

I couldn’t help but start imagining how this story would start. I have a new stepbrother. He looks handsome and kind to me, it was just the first day, and I am already seeing a vibe in his eyes. How can I survive the next few days without messing this up?