4

I am interrupted by a soft knock.

"Marie, breakfast is ready" I have almost forgotten that EmeEmelda here as a house help.

I make a mental note to tell not to bother with such activities.

I groan and get up. " Okay" I reply

I walk to the closet to find something comfortable to wear. Remembering I haven't arrange my clothes, I groan again.

Laying the suitcase, I open and grab a random shirt and put it one. I search through hunting for any short.

Within seconds I'm downstairs with Elle and Emelda quietly munching on their breakfast, no conversations held. Elle staring into space with a slight purple bruise forming under her eye.

I look at Emelda to see she told was looking at me. I smile and look down at my plate.

The house suddenly feels suffocating, I quickly finish my food, and clear my plate.

I walk out of the house to visit Kaden's neighbors. The Howards. They were such a lovely family, always offering help and inviting me and Kaden for dinner.

I haven't been in contact for long, it'd be a wonder if they still remember me. I smile at my silly thought and walk faster to their door.

I stop momentarily, eyeing my mismatched outfit and my fluffy slippers that made me look homeless.

I shake off the feeling of uncertainty, knowing they're a just old couple that wouldn't give two shits about my outfits.

I smirk at my silliness and ring the bell.

I take a step back and wait for whoever would answer the door.

After 30 seconds there was still no response. I ring the bell again. Waiting patiently.

What if they're not at home?, What if they moved out?!.

Why didn't I think of that before coming.

I let out a breath, and turn back to go back home.

"Coming" a males voice speaks.

I smile and face the door again.

I can make out a tall figure from behind the door through the glass part of the door.

Since when did Mr Howard grow this tall?

He opens the door and I am shocked to see it wasn't actually Mr Howard.

I froze and immediately wipe off the stupid smile I had on.

Piercing blue eyes stare at me with a hint of amusement on his lips.

I take my time to ogle his face. His jawlines so sharp I think it can slice right through a rock. His nose so defined I suddenly feel insecure of mine. His black hair slick and wet sticking to his god like face, making my me think of other situation that can put his hair in this same condition.

I wet my lips as it suddenly feels too dry. I let my eyes trail down his body slowly.

I mentally thank God he was with his shirt on, although it does little hiding his very most definitely defined muscles. I trail a little down, hurriedly skipping part that would seem rude to look at, and let my eyes stay on his feet.

I feel my cheeks get hot from embarrassment.

"Mr and Mrs Howard doesn't live here anymore?" I ask , still keeping my eyes on his feet like they are suddenly very interesting.

I got no response. So I look up to see him looking at me with a smug smirk plastered on his face.

"No, I live here now" he replies.

I hold my breath and place my hand on the wall, as my legs feels like jelly from just his voice.

Mom,I've found my soulmate.

My body being closer to him now due to my previous action.

I quickly withdraw my hand and dust invisible dirt from my clothes.

That is when it registered to me he probably thinks I'm a homeless person looking for help.

I mentally cursed at my self for choosing this outfit today of all days.

"I live next door, this house" I point at Kaden's apartment. "I use to know the former owners of this house, sorry to bother you" I smile, probably awkwardly.

" Haven't seen anyone living there since I moved in. You must be new? " He asks.

I use all my strength to not get lost in his voice and actually reply. " Yeah, well not really. It's my brother's apartment, he's been gone tho for about two years or so. I use to come over then" I smile, maintaining eye contact with him.

I'm not going to look away again, bitch.

He lets out a small laugh and nods.

"So you'll be living here then?" He asks.

"Yeah, for now" I give a simple answer not wanting to tell a whole story.

"Hmm, I'm Theo by the way" he offers me his hand.

I don't think twice and take his hand immediately. I grin.

"Marie" feeling butterflies erupt from my insides just from a handshake. I pull away first and back away. "I'll just, I'll just get going, neighbor, see you" I chirp and practically run back home.

Oh my god, this has to be the most I've ever embarrassed myself.

Umm, no.

I know right!

How could have known a god moved in. I should brought more sexier clothes.

What's the use I won't even be home most times, just weekends. I huff and barge into the house.

As expected, no one's in the living room.

Elle won't talk to me, cause she's going through a heartbreak. And Emelda is trying to maintain a worker and boss relationship. As she was probably told to by Mom, I don't blame her tho. I remember her getting in trouble for being to casual to me when I was younger. Maybe it has just grown on her.

Why stay inside here tho, when I have a hot neighbor just next house.

A hot neighbor I just practically ran from.

I slap my forehead in embarrassment.

Good thing I brought my project work. I can work on it to finish it up instead of wondering around.

I walk to the room and lock the door