"So was my initial guess that this was all Kylie's fabrication?"Zack seemed to flinch,"It's not a fabrication, Celine. This is serious." I felt his piercing gaze pierce into Celine's nether regions. It washed over her for a few seconds until realization hit her again."But from the beginning, I thought this had something to do with Kylie. But she didn't admit it. Instead, she made up excuses like this and that. What's that supposed to mean?" Celine unconsciously ranted. Her emotions ignited her because she felt a little betrayed by her only friend.She had fully trusted Kylie. But how could she lie for such an important thing?Zack, who did not expect Celine's reaction to be that angry, was confused about how else to answer to explain the situation. Kylie was only asked to help bring him closer to Celine. "What's wrong with being honest, if you don't have to use all the lying shows, you can't, huh?""Okay sorry, it's all my fault. I forced Kylie to help. So don't be angry with her
"Sorry, Celine. Don't be like this, please. I feel really bad about it," Kylie pleaded with Celine, trying to get her to talk.They were back at work on Monday morning. A day that was usually enjoyable for them as they worked together, sharing jokes and discussing various matters. However, today felt empty because Celine had been silent since the morning."Ugh, why is it so hard to cheer you up?" Kylie grumbled, a bit frustrated, as Celine stepped out for a moment due to some errand. Then, she realized that a different plan might be necessary to handle this."Let's just do this; it's gone too far," she mumbled, a somewhat crazy idea forming in her mind. Last night, she had chatted extensively with Gina about Celine's potential feelings for Zack. Was there any attraction or none at all? This information would be crucial for Zack to decide whether to pursue his intentions or step back.Kylie let Celine remain silent throughout the day. She believed Celine needed to learn to handle thing
Unspoken waves surged in Celine's heart, rushing down like a waterfall from a great height. She read that line with a quivering chest, filled with a mix of emotions—joy, gratitude, and even a hint of happiness. Was this what they called love? Even without a meeting, a simple line from him could shake her heart. Even without his voice, a string of characters could sway her feelings. Truly, the power of that one feeling, called love, was magnificent. Gina observed her sister, noting the reddening cheeks and the restrained smile playing on the corners of her lips. Ah, there was indeed something between Celine and Zack, Gina thought, growing more convinced of her speculation. Sometimes, words were not necessary to convey an understanding; body language could be enough. "Ehm, I'm choking on love here," Gina started teasing her sister. It was one of her favorite activities. Teasing people who were easily affected was a joy for mischievous beings like her. At least now she didn't need to w
"Alright, let's go." Gina slightly dragged her sister to get inside while anxiously looking back and forth at the hands on the watch on her left wrist."Oh my, what a rush. Take it easy, okay?" Celine protested to her sister, who seemed too hasty for some reason."I'm so hungry," Gina replied casually. They had just arrived at the Meatball Hitz restaurant. Gina was in a hurry because the hour she promised Zack and Kylie had long since passed. She was late because Celine initially refused to come, and Gina had to persuade desperately in all ways before her sister finally agreed."Ish, wormy stomach," Celine grumbled, forced to follow her sister's fast pace because her arm was being dragged by force.Arriving inside, Celine felt a little strange. The place that was usually crowded with visitors somehow seemed deserted, and there were still many empty tables. Even though the parking lot was almost full of motorbikes, she was grateful for that, so they didn't have to struggle to find a s
The afternoon was passed happily. Gina and Kylie, who were busy eating meatball soup, did not forget to continue pestering Celine and Zack, who were getting to know each other better. More precisely, Zack had to answer a long interrogation launched by Celine about many things. "So, what Gina told you is true?"Celine asked after Zack told her about his bad experience with his ex."Does Gina usually lie?" said Zack, throwing the question back."Yeah, no. But who knows, it was you who lied to her." At the same time, she examined Zack's eyes, whose dark black orbs looked mesmerizing when viewed from this close."That's fine. I'm not a liar, just so you know," Zack concluded, for the umpteenth time reassuring the girl. Celine did not see any hint of deceit in his eyes, only earnestness, seriousness, and great confidence."For you, Gina didn't tell me about your problems with your ex. She just said you've been hurt too many times, so if I want to approach you, I have to be ready to fight
"Huh? So it's all about listening to our jokes?" Celine was stunned.Zack nodded, definitely behind the wheel. They were in Zack's car, which was driving slowly through the road, which was quiet that afternoon. Celine frowned for no apparent reason. She had been asking what exactly made Zack like her at first sight.And when he honestly answered her, she had that expression. Zack wondered to himself. Did she say it wrong or what, he wondered. Ish, women are such absurd creatures, he decided silently."What's wrong, anyway? Why are you pouting?" he asked bravely."It's not so sweet!" said Celine, pursing her lips forward even more."What?" Zack, who didn't know the direction of Celine's conversation, instead asked a random question."Yes, that ..., how can anyone suddenly like someone just because they hear them joking with their friends? Where's the special part?" Celine finally said."Oooh, that's so sweet, anyway. Here you go. I'll change the sentence. So, when I first heard you ta
Zack parked his car outside Celine's house. After neatly parking the vehicle, the 27-year-old man followed Celine as she walked home. Celine's house was next to a grocery store, which, according to Celine, belonged to her mother.“Mom!” Celine greeted after she was in the living room.There was no response, but Celine persisted."Please have a seat here. I'll go find my mom," Celine invited Zack to sit.Zack only said a little; he followed Celine's instructions.Celine then walked towards the kitchen to search for her mother but couldn't find her. She heard the sound of water from the direction of the bathroom and smiled. No wonder her greetings had yet to be answered; her mother was showering.Knowing her mother was still in the shower, Celine returned to Zack, still sitting in the living room looking nervous."What's wrong? Why do you seem tense?" Celine asked."N-nothing... I-I'm fine. Where's your mom?" Zack inquired."It seems like my mom is still in the shower.""And your dad?"
The food was ready. Celine's mother signaled her daughter to call Zack and her father.Celine quickly obeyed her mother's command. She invited her father and Zack to have lunch. The two men hurried to the kitchen and positioned themselves for the meal.During the meal, they chatted as if Zack had known Celine's family for a long time. Celine was overjoyed to see Zack getting along with her parents."Sorry, Zack, may I ask again?" Celine's father inquired."Of course, Sir," Zack replied amiably. He was no longer as tense as he was a while ago."Are you sure about my daughter?""Yeah, I am sure, Sir.""So, when are you two getting married?"Celine's father's question made Zack choke. Celine's reaction is similar. They had just started their relationship; how could her father have already suggested marriage?"Wait, Dad, we've just started dating..." Celine suddenly felt nervous."Celine is old enough to get married. Don't prolong the courtship. And you, Zack, are old enough, right?" Celi