Chapter 2
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I raised a brow at her. I again ignored her. Sometimes I question the universe how it allows girls like her to torment other people. Yes, the universe. She could be living in mars and she would still torment aliens.
"I need your help."
Keelan raised his brow with clear amusement. He looked at the girl beside him and smiled at her. "Talk to you later?"
The girl scowled even more and walked away without any word. But the guy in front of me just smiled. I find him weird because I've never really seen anyone this nice... this clean. It felt like whatever everyone's talking about- that he's nice, charming and a gentleman, it's all true. I guess I’m kinda intrigued with that cause I’m always surrounded by Mila’s and Remi’s evilness.
His smile never wore off. I shook my train of thoughts as he waited for me to talk. There was a glint of amusement in his eyes as he noticed me studying him.
"How can I help you?" He finally asked as it took time for me to speak.
"Oh, right. My friend and I had a bet. She finds someone for me to hang out with and if I fail I give her one thousand dollars."
I know. I just told him the truth. I figured it was much more effective this way rather than giving him some sweet talk. Honestly, I sucked at sweet talks and even the flowery ones.
He smirked. "So I figure that guy is me." I nodded. "What if you win?"
"She gives me two thousand." He chuckled.
Fuck. He sounded heavenly. What the hell.
"You're dealing good business." He joked and showed me a genuine smile. It was simply impossible not to fall. "You're having fun and then you get to have money along with it." He chuckled.
I smiled at him. He's everything, I tell you. Everything.
"You wanna dance?"
"Does that mean you're okay to hang out with me?" I beamed.
"As long as you're going to treat me on our date next time." He moved from his spot but stopped when he saw I wasn't moving.
"A date? Next time?" My eyes wide as I asked him in awe.
"Yes. I'm making sure you win this bet. And I'm going to ask for a reward and I want a date."
Chapter 3
"Yes. I'm making sure you win this bet. And I'm going to ask for a reward and I want a date."
His smile never wore off. He was so stunning and it makes me immovable. f**k, am I crushing on him? I really can’t stop admiring him like some star struck fool.
I smiled as I felt excitement and giddy. "Okay." I looked down shyly.
He took my hand and dragged me towards the makeshift dance floor. The gesture took me by surprise but I reveled at the warmth his callous hand was giving me.
"Where's your friend?"
I froze as I almost forgot about my mischievous best friend.
I started to search for her. She was no longer standing at the bar or anywhere from my sight. Ugh. She obviously ditched me. How could I prove to her that I'm winning this when she's not even looking?
"She ditched me." I grumbled.
We stopped walking. He looked at me with amusement. I know what he was thinking. I was now feeling uncomfortable now that Mila was out of my sight. I think her head will be on my platter at tomorrow’s breakfast.
"I'm not lying. I swear. I'm going to kill that girl." I said exasperated, muttering the last part lowly so he wouldn't hear.
"Okay." He smiled with understanding. "Do you still wanna dance?" I eyed him almost in disbelief. I thought he was going to back out and leave me but he didn’t. I guess there was no surprise there considering he was actually a nice guy.
I looked at the crowd wearily. People dancing like they're going to have i*********e in the middle of the dance floor. There was sweat and booze all mixed together. I definitely don't wanna go there.
"Can we go outside instead?" He nodded without question.
"I wasn't lying, you know. I didn't come to you so I could have you all to myself." I said as we reached outside. I'm suddenly feeling embarrassed of the situation. Mila probably didn't expect that I would tell him the truth but I'm still going to kill her.
He chuckled. "It's fine." His head turned up, looking at the moon shining so brightly. I followed his action, admiring the view. The night was not as cold as I thought it would be. The night breeze made my skirt and hair wave slightly.
"A lot of girls are probably throwing themselves at you. Like the one who just walked away. I feel sorry for her but I can't lose my money. And not when I can have twice the amount." I rambled on.
He burst out laughing. His attention then shifted to me. His laugh made him show his perfect white teeth. Is that a dimple? Damn. "Really now?"
I tilted my head to the side studying him with his handsome laugh and of course his Adonis face- although he was more in the boyish side. Not to mention the Greek bod his hiding underneath that outfit. He really was so attractive. I can't seem to stop staring and admiring him. If my life wasn't so complicated, I would have easily fallen for him. Deep inside, I’m still that typical girl. I just don’t have time to entertain this feelings.
"Do you still wanna dance?" I asked after pondering. His laugh toned down now and he looked at me with his emerald green eyes. It sparkled with amusement and my reflection.
"I thought you don't like to join the crowd or did I assume wrong?" His head tilted to the side as he asked. A small smile adorned his face. Cute.
I smiled. "No, you're right. I don't think I can stomach the thought of spending more time there." Honestly, years of singing in front of a crowd like that would seem that I'm used to it by now but I'm not. I could never get used to it. But parties and concerts are different. I love the fact that in concerts, the crowd gather around to really enjoy music.
"Let's dance here." I suggested. We were just meters away from the frat house- well, mansion as Remi likes to put it, but there weren't many people here in their little garden. Everyone was inside getting wasted and probably high and satiated.
He raised an eyebrow inquisitively. "I don’t think the music will reach here. It’s pretty much muffled." He said with a shrug.
I grinned at him. A plan formed in my head. The music inside was slow. It was R&B. I opted for something different, something slow. Something not s****l. A certain song crossed my mind and it felt like it suited the night.
I reached for his hand and he took it with confusion and fascination. I put his hands on my waist and mine on his shoulder. His eyes continued to have sparks of amusement as he carries along with me.
I started to sway. He followed.
I imagined the beat, the rhythm of the music humming inside my head. I closed my eyes as I feel the breeze, the moon blessing us with her light, the warmth he’s giving me, my cold hands brushing against his neck.
I then started to sing.
It's late in the evening
She's wondering what clothes to wear~
His hands tightened around my waist as he heard my voice. He pulled me closer to him than ever before. I almost smile at his action.
She puts on her make-up and brushes her long blonde hair
And then she asks me, do I look all right?
And I say, yes, you look wonderful tonight~
I opened my eyes only to see his eyes swirling with emotions. His face was now serious. It was like he was studying me for something. The smile, the amusement, it was all gone as he stared at me like he was sucked by my soul. And he knew it and he wanted to be pulled in the vortex of my soul.
We go to a party and everyone turns to see
This beautiful lady that's walking around with me
And then she asks me, do you feel all right?
And I say, "Yes, I feel wonderful tonight"~
And then he kissed me.
Chapter 4
Must be something in the water
Feel like I can take the world
Throw the weight up on my shoulders
Cause I won't even feel the burn~
Don't be afraid to dive
Be afraid that you didn't try
These moments remind us why
We're here, we're so alive~
I then jumped with the beat as the guys smashed the chorus with me.
Let's live like we're immortal
Maybe just for tonight
We'll think about tomorrow (yeah) when the sun comes up~
Dustin sang the chorus with me, screaming his lungs out. Mace nodding at me, banging his head as he hit those drums. Caden gave me a huge grin, a glint of pride in his eyes.
Cause by this time tomorrow
We'll be talking about tonight
Keep doing what we want, we want, we want
No more wasted nights~
"Holy f*****g s**t, guys! You f*****g did it again." Andrei, Diatonic's manager, screamed at my face right after the mind-blowing performance we just had. His arms were wide open ready to welcome us in his embrace. I laughed at the sight while the rest of the band chuckled.
Indeed it was mind blowing for us. I could never get used to the crowd's reaction as we performed music on stage. It was just so amazing. It feels surreal.
I gave him an ear splitting grin as he hugged us one by one.
"f**k! You guys are just f*****g amazing." He complimented again.
"Thanks, man." Dustin, our guitarist and our leader, answered as he was the last one to receive the hug.
"Come on, man. It's not like we weren't here last Friday. You should stop feeding our ego." We laughed at Mace's comment. He's our drummer and Caden, who is yet to give a comment, is our bassist. But I know he was feeling the same way, still drunk from the hype of our performance.
"I know. Don't make me regret taking you guys in." We burst into fits of laughter. Andrei then looped his arms around me and Dustin. "Let's go get some drinks, shall we?"
As usual, Andrei gave us free drinks. Unlimited I might add. I settled for a non-alcoholic drink since it's a school day tomorrow and it's Monday. I certainly don't want to drag my drunk butt to class.
I maintained a distance from the guys in hopes that they'll leave me alone for a moment and let me enjoy my drink. They always manage to me get drunk on a Sunday night and I seriously do not want that right now. Not when I vaguely remember a certain professor mentioning a test on Monday. I groaned. s**t.
"Drinking alone, I see."
I gasped in shock as the voice feathered against my ear. I immediately turned and jumped back while I saw the intruder.
Fuck.
"Ahh." My eyes widened. My mouth had a difficulty closing. My throat dried up suddenly.
Double f**k.
He held sparks of amusement in his eyes and a hint of bewilderment. If I know any better, it was because I was in utter shock.
I cleared my throat as I bobbed my Adam's apple up and down.
He knew who I was. He recognized me. How the hell did he manage to find out?
"Hey..." I greeted awkwardly. "Can I... help you?" As I try to act like I don't recognize him.
A smirk played across his face. A mischievous one.
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