The Secret Admirer

Chapter 2: Getting to Know Each Other

♥ Vanessa’s POV ♥

ONCE we got inside the coffee shop, we headed to the counter to order our drinks. Ron was standing close behind me, and I can almost feel his bulging muscles on my back. When I looked back, he was looking at me intently.

Ron: “Do you know what you want?”

I had to clear my throat before answering. He’s standing too close to me and I could feel his breath on my face. I should have moved but I didn’t. Somehow, I like being this close to him.

Vanessa: “Yeah, how about you? What do you want?”

Ron: “I want you.”

He kept staring at me and I had to lower my head to stop him from seeing me blush. I was smiling as I lifted my head back and replied.

Vanessa: “I meant what do you want to drink?”

Ron was smiling as he held me by the shoulders and pushed me closer towards the counter. He had his front pressed towards my back as he held me against the aluminum partition as he ordered.

Ron: “Tall caramel macchiato for me. Make it how. How about you baby?”

I was surprised as he called me baby. When did I become his baby? I’ll ask him about it later. For now, I had to order my coffee.

Vanessa: “Venti mocha frappuccino, please.”

I was about to pull out my wallet when Ron stopped me and paid for our drinks. Once the barista handed us the receipt, Ron took my hand and led me towards one of the two-seater couches. There weren’t a lot of customers inside at the moment. Ron was still holding my hand as we took our seats. He kept looking at me and I didn’t make a move to take my hand back. For some reason, I like holding hands with him. I decided that just for tonight, I’m just letting things be, and just enjoy the moment.

When the barista announced that our drinks were ready, Ron stood up and took them. As soon as he sat down and laid the drinks on the table, he put his arms around me and sniffed my hair.

Ron: “You smell so good.”

Vanessa: “Thank you.”

He kept sniffing me until his lips moved to my neck. I was surprised as I felt his lips suckling on my neck. I couldn’t help but moan which prompted him to keep going. There aren’t a lot of people in the coffee shop but there are still people who can see us. I got a little uncomfortable.

Vanessa: “Uhm, Ron. You should stop. People can see us.”

Ron: “Would you like to go somewhere more private.”

I had to stop myself from saying yes. I like Ron, and I wouldn’t mind being his girlfriend, but things are moving too fast. I’m not ready to go somewhere private with him yet.

Vanessa: “How about we finish our coffee first?”

Ron: “Okay.”

While sipping our coffee, we started talking and got to know each other. I learned that Ron is 22 years old, and is an only child. His parents are both doctors, and the pharmaceutical sales rep job is the closest he’ll get into being a doctor. Somehow, it just didn’t appeal to him. He’s had a previous sales job but he decided to resign because he wanted to find a better paying job. I felt like he didn’t really need money, but he struck me as someone who didn’t want to depend on his parents for financial support too much. He’s just like me in this way.

We also talked about the training and made fun of our trainer a little. Our conversation turned a little serious as he mentioned how he harassed me earlier.

Ron: “I’m sorry about what Ramon did to you earlier. I apologize on behalf of every man who’s ever harassed any woman.”

Vanessa: “He was drunk, I wasn’t expecting him to get violent, though.”

Ron: “You could report him to human resources, you know? Drunk or not, what he did is inappropriate.”

Vanessa: “For now, I’ll just stay away from him. I’ll report him next time he tries something again.”

Ron: “Let me know if he tries something again. I’ll take care of him.”

He took a strand of my hair and put it behind my ear. Afterwards, he caressed my cheek and I leaned into his hand.”

Vanessa: “When did I become your baby?”

Ron: “I’ve always wanted you to become my baby since I laid eyes on you during the interview.”

Vanessa: “You’ve seen me then? Why didn’t you introduce yourself?”

Ron: “You seemed busy. I told myself I’ll approach you after the interview is over but you were gone by the time I got back to the waiting area. I was happy when I saw you in training.”

Vanessa: “You didn’t seem happy. You didn’t even respond when I smiled at you.”

Ron: “I was nervous to meet you. Believe me, I was rejoicing from the inside when I got to touch your hand.”

Vanessa: “Like this?”

I linked our hands and we intertwined our fingers. I’m pleased that Ron felt the same attraction towards me as I did to him.

Ron: “I’m done with my coffee, should we go?”

I took a few more sips from my drink and put my bag on my shoulder.

Vanessa: “Let’s go.”

Ron took my hand once more as we walked out of the coffee shop. I felt s****l  tension as we got into his car. As soon as we’re both inside, Ron moved towards me and put my seatbelt on. He didn’t move his face which is now in front of me. I bit my lip as we kept staring at each other.

Ron: “Vanessa?”

Vanessa: “Yeah?”

Ron: “Can I kiss you?”

I didn’t even think and just nodded. He put his hand behind my head and pulled me towards him. As our lips touched, I felt tingles all over my body. I can taste alcohol, coffee and mint on his breath. He tasted delicious. We kept moving our lips as his free hand started caressing my thigh. I couldn’t suppress a moan, and it gave him a chance to put his tongue inside my mouth. I moved my tongue with his as our kisses got more torrid. We had to stop to catch our breath, and we learned our foreheads on each other.

Ron: “You’re amazing. Can I take you home?”

Vanessa: “Not yet. I’m sorry, I’m not ready yet.”

Ron: “Are you a virgin?”

Vanessa: “Yes. Is that a problem?”

Ron: “Of course not. That just makes me want you more.”

We continued kissing and making out until my phone rang. It was my mom asking what time I’ll be home. I told them I’m on my way home. When the call was done, Ron kissed me some more and started driving. He held my hand the entire time and kept kissing it.

When we got to my house, he removed my seatbelt and stopped me from opening the door.

Ron: “Before you go, I’d like to ask you something.”

Vanessa: “What is it?”

Ron: “Will you be my girlfriend?”

I know we’ve already kissed and that it might be a moot question now since he obviously knows that I like him to, but I would like him to work for it a little.

Vanessa: “Uhm, can I think about it?”

Ron was taken aback at my response, but he seemed to understand.

Ron: “Of course. But while you’re thinking about it, can you promise me that I’m the only one who’ll get to kiss and touch you?”

I smiled before I replied.

Vanessa: “Of course.”

He then held my chin and placed a soft peck on my lips. Afterwards, he got out of the car and opened the door for me. Before I walked towards our gate, he said “Goodnight, baby.” I replied with a “Goodnight,” as well.

As I got inside our house, I was floating a little. Ron’s kisses felt heavenly, and the way I feel for him is unexplainable. I know that we just met, but in the short time I spent with him, I already like him. I won’t have him wait too long. I’ll let him sweat for a week, then I’ll agree to be his girlfriend eventually.

I slept like a baby that night.

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When I woke up, my head hurt a little, probably from the two bottles of light beer that I drank last night. I’m not much of a drinker. When I do, I only drink two shots, or two bottles max. My headache was overcome with a pleasant feeling as I remembered Ron and what we did last night. They were just kisses, but they were much better than my first kiss.

I’ve had two previous boyfriends, one in high school, and the other in college. I was with my high school boyfriend for only six months, and we’ve only gone as far as kisses on the cheek and holding hands. I had my first kiss on the lips with my college boyfriend. We were together for two years, and we eventually broke up because I refused to sleep with him. He ended up hooking up with one of my friends the same night that we broke up.

Despite what he did, I was not heartbroken. Maybe it’s because I wasn’t really in love with him. Our relationship was maybe more out of convenience since our parents were friends, and they have encouraged us to get together. I liked him enough to agree to be his girlfriend, but not enough to give up my virginity to him.

I don’t really intend to keep my v-card until I get married. I’ll keep it until I meet the right person, I think. I’m thinking that I wouldn’t really mind giving it up to Ron. He makes me feel things that I’ve never felt before.

I couldn’t suppress a smile as I saw messages from him on my phone. Some were from last night, and there were two from this morning.

“I just got home, baby. Are you asleep yet?”

“I guess you’re asleep. I hope you have sweet dreams.”

“Good morning, baby. Are you awake yet?”

“I miss you baby. Can I see you today? I’d like to take you out on a date.”

I couldn’t suppress myself from squirming and giggling. I do miss him too, and I do want to see him. I was smiling as I replied to his messages.

Vanessa: “Good morning. I just woke up. I miss you too. Where do you want to go?”

It didn’t even take a minute for Ron to reply to my message. I can imagine him just looking at his phone waiting for my message. It’s a little conceited for me to think that he likes me that much, but it’s plausible.

Ron: “Hi baby. I was thinking we could watch a movie and then I’ll take you to dinner.”

Vanessa: “That sounds great.”

Ron: “I’ll pick you up at 4 baby. I can’t wait to see you.”

Vanessa: “I’m looking forward to it.”

With that I started my day with a shower and breakfast. My mom and dad don't have work today so we were able to eat together. They asked me about my work and I apprised them of how it’s going so far. When they asked me what my plans are for today, I told them about my date later.

My parents are pretty cool, and I’ve been a good kid so they didn’t really have a problem with me dating. In fact they prefer if I tell them openly about it. I probably won’t go so far as to tell then once I start having s*x, but I’m thankful that they are supportive enough that I don’t feel that I have to hide it when I’m dating someone.

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Ron arrived a few minutes before 4pm, and I was excited to see him. I didn’t have him come into the house anymore as I didn’t want to freak him out by introducing him to my parents. He’s not officially my boyfriend yet, so I think it’s still too early for that.

He took me to the mall where he let me choose which movie to watch. Fortunately, we both liked what I picked although we were too busy making out at the theater to even watch the movie. Afterward, he took me to a nice restaurant where we had dinner. We had a great time and we kept feeding each other the whole time.

When he drove me home, he stopped in front of a vacant lot inside our subdivision and we had another make out session. Since I said I wasn’t ready to go any further, we stuck to just kissing, and I was thankful that he didn’t force me to go beyond first base.

We had to fix ourselves after the torrid kissing as we both looked disheveled before he drove me home. We were in front of our gate by 10pm, and I told him that my parents would be pleased. After another peck on the lips, he opened the car door for me once again and said “Goodnight, baby,” while I opened the gate and waved goodbye to him.