LTB—7
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I couldn't concentrate for a few seconds. Bjorn was serious as he looked at me, his eyes gleaming while the corners of his lips were slightly upturned.
Does he like me?
My cheeks turned red. I felt a sense of hesitation, since I was sure many have heard what he said, given how loudly he spoke.
And Jetro heard it too. Why does Jetro keep popping into my mind? His name keeps intruding into everything. I cleared my throat before speaking.
"Y-You like me already?" I stuttered, referring to what he had said earlier. He nodded.
"Maybe you just thought you like me but you really not," I replied. He had a faint smile on his lips, and his eyes were fixed on me as if I were the most beautiful girl on earth.
"I know myself. I'm sure I like you," he replied confidently.
I stared closely at Bjorn, from his chocolate-colored eyes, straight nose, thin, and rosy lips. Bjorn is an ideal guy. Handsome, tall, wealthy, and, above all... he's kind and not a player like the guys I know.
He was also gazing at me intensely as I observed him. Our gaze was interrupted when we heard a clatter from fallen utensils.
We both turned to the source of the noise, coming from Jetro's table.
His expression was dark while staring at us... at me?
I furrowed my brow as I met his unwavering gaze, which I knew was meant for me. Why does he seem affected? Why does he look at me like that?
He smirk that made me bite my lower lip. We both have partners, but here we are, locking eyes like this.
I smiled and looked away. What am I doing? I glanced back at him, and I was surprised by what he did.
He touched the girl's chin and kissed her on the lips, all while keeping his eyes on me. The girl seemed taken aback by his actions.
I was overwhelmed by what I witnessed. I couldn't bear to watch. I looked back at Bjorn and smiled.
"Are you okay?" He seemed to notice my sudden change in mood.
"Do you want to go home?" he asked with concern in his tone. I lowered my head and looked at him.
Bjorn is perfect. If he wants me, why don't I just focus on him?
"I'm okay," I replied and smiled at him. I picked up the utensils and told him that we should start eating.
I was surprised when he carefully placed a forkful of steak in front of my mouth. I hesitated but discreetly opened my mouth to take a bite of the food he was offering.
Unintentionally, I glanced at Jetro and his date. Jetro raised an eyebrow at me, and I couldn't quite understand what he meant by that.
I sighed. It felt awkward to be looking at Jetro while Bjorn was the one with me. I also loaded my spoon with some food and fed Bjorn.
He smiled at my gesture, making me wonder if I had done the right thing. Wasn't this kind of sharing meant for couples?
After we finished eating, we quickly got up to leave. It was late, and I was thankful that Bjorn would be driving me home.
Before I got into the passenger seat of Bjorn's car, Jetro and his date were also heading out.
Once again, I found myself lost in thought. I didn't expect him to notice me anymore. Maybe he really wasn't meant for me.
Since I met him, I had prayed every night that the Lord would grant my wish, but it seemed that the answer to my prayers wasn't what I had hoped for.
I looked at Bjorn and gave him a timid smile. Perhaps Bjorn was the answer to my prayers.
Three days of the event had passed, and my project was finally over. The next project we applied for with Mimi wouldn't start until next week.
I decided not to go home with them today because I was heading straight to Adrian's house. It was already late, and I wasn't planning to stay, but Tasha told me earlier that they had late-arriving guests.
As I stepped out of the taxi, I could hear loud music coming from the pool area. The twins were asleep, and they wouldn't wake up due to the noise, thanks to their soundproof room.
I entered the house first, feeling a bit embarrassed to walk into the lively gathering. I asked their housekeeper, about Ate Tasha's whereabouts.
"She's in the kitchen; she's been waiting for you. Go on and see her."
"I'm glad you're here. Come on, change into something else," Tasha said as she gently pulled me out of the kitchen.
"I don't have spare clothes."
"I have some upstairs that I can't wear because your brother suddenly became conservative," she said, smiling, as she lined up dresses for me to choose from.
"This will do," she said. She handed me the old rose-colored asymmetric mini dress.
"Come on, hurry up, or the one we're introducing you to with your brother might leave," she said and pushed me into the bathroom.
"I'll just take a half bath first, it's embarrassing," I said, then closed the door.
I wonder who they're introducing to me. I'm sure Jetro is there too. Jetro again!
When I came out of the bathroom, Ate immediately had me sit in front of the vanity mirror.
I kept my look simple and let my hair down. I put on two-inch stilettos, and we headed to the pool area.
"Happy birthday, Adrian," I greeted as I approached Adrian's group.
"Thank you. Joshua has been waiting for you for a while now. He's really eager to meet you," he joked. Kuya Alwin smirked and glanced at Jetro, who had a serious expression again.
"Hi," Joshua greeted me.
"Hello," I greeted with a smile. I reached out my hand to shake his, but I was surprised when he kissed my hand. I gasped. Thankfully, I used hand lotion earlier from Ate Tasha. I heard Kuya Alwin laugh.
"Don't scare her off," he teased Joshua. I didn't turn to look at them and continued to gaze at Joshua, examining and memorizing his face.
A hottie!
"Join us," he said as he gestured for me to sit in an empty seat.
Like Bjorn, I quickly felt comfortable around him. He's a gentleman, and being with him is never boring.
"So, Tasha said that you're an aspiring model?"
"Huh, not really. I'm just a brand ambassador," I replied, feeling shy.
"That's where everyone starts. You will be a famous model someday," he said. I felt even more embarrassed, but deep inside, I was happy that he thought that way.
So, he thinks I look good. Do I really have the potential to be a model?
I heard a chuckle from the direction of Alwin. I didn't know who it came from because when I looked, Adrian, Alwin, and Aki were all laughing. Jetro stood up and went over to where the women were.
I quickly diverted my gaze back to Joshua. My evening would be ruined if I looked at Jetro again.
I sipped on wine occasionally while chatting. I didn't think the wine I was drinking was strong, but why was my face getting warm?
"I'll just go to the restroom," I told Joshua.
"Can you manage?" He's ready to stand up and assist me. I laughed and stopped him.
"I'm fine," I replied and started to walk. My vision was starting to blur a bit, and my walking wasn't steady.
I didn't make it upstairs to the restroom. I went to the bathroom on the ground floor, near the kitchen.
I entered the bathroom and went straight to the sink. I turned on the faucet and splashed water on my face.
"Don't drink when you can't take it." I turned to the voice. Instead of screaming or getting alarmed that I had company in the bathroom, I didn't. Maybe it was because of the alcohol, or maybe it was because Jetro was with me.
I faced him. I leaned my back on the edge of the lavatory because I can't stand straight, I was feeling dizzy.
"What are you doing here?"
"I was here first. You just suddenly went in," he argue.
I was too drunk. I didn't even notice him.
"You don't know how to lock!"
"Go to sleep. Just look at yourself, you're drunk," he said irritably.
"Why are you ordering me around? And besides, it would be embarrassing for Joshua if I don't go back there," I replied grumpily, annoyed by his interference.
"You're so easily fooled. You believed it when men complimented you."
"That's none of your business. Is it my fault that your friend has a better taste than yours," I fire back. This man is getting into my nerves again.
"Tsss!"
"And what is it with you? You don't like me, right? Unless, you're starting to have feelings for me."
He smirk and I did the same.
"I don't fall in love."
"You're saying that you don't have a heart?
Nonsense!"
"Why do you trust easily? That guy is a playboy."
Just like you.
"He's just my type." I said smirking.
"You're hardheaded. Why are you acting like that?"
"Why? What's was wrong with me?"
"And what are you doing? You don't even like me!"
He seriously look at me.
"You don't really... like me, and then when I'm with someone else, it's like you're showing me that you're affected." I swallowed.
"Just say it, I'm easy to talk to. Just say that you like me." I didn't know what came over me because I said those things.
He whispered some curse before he came near me and kiss me.
I was astounded. I wasn't prepared for this for a few seconds. Oh damn! I hugged him and answered his kisses.
The kiss was slow and passionate but as seconds pass it became deep, hot and wild.
His one hand caressed my butt while his other hand gently caressed me from the side up to my breast. He massaged it making me arched and moan.
Our body was hot. Butterflies were stirring in my stomuch. While volts of electricity traveled down through my veins.
"Oh!" I moaned as the kiss intensified and his hands massage my other breast, making my n****e hardened. I can also feel his shaft, it was hard, it was poking my stomuch.
He's getting turned on. Does it mean that he's attracted to me too?
Suddenly, he stopped kissing me and moved his body slightly away. We were a few inches apart. I felt like I sobered up instantly, my voice was stuck, even though a lot of questions were running through my mind.
Why did he kiss me? Does he like me?
"Go to sleep," he commanded. He didn't explain why he kissed me. I stayed quiet, nodded, and touched my lips, which felt swollen from the passionate kiss we shared.
"That was just a plain kiss," he said. Plain kiss? That was my first kiss!
"That was my first kiss. It might mean nothing to you, but it's important to me," I said irritably. He sighed and had no response to my words, showing indifference.
You really don't care, Jetro. I turned away from him and quickly left the bathroom.
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