Cirilla's point of view I woke up in the morning and head out to school. I was almost there when my phone beeped loudly. A message. From Niko. He still wasn't back in town from his trip to his family house in Nevada. I released a small smile, reading through his message. 'Won't be back till tomorrow. Take care Ciri. Please be safe!' A warm feeling enveloped my heart. It was really nice to know that someone actually cared for me. I kept walking to school and few more minutes I was there. I headed straight to class. My eyes silently scanning the hallways for Lyra and the guys. I honestly can't believe how well we all clicked. It's a sheer wonder to me. I never had so much friends before. Back then I just didn't care. Mum and I was always on the move anyway. No point establishing any sort of relationship. But now things had changed. I had friends to begin with, and there was Mason. I jerked alarmed when someone gripped my shoulder out of the b
Cirilla's point of view "Pretty pretty please" I dared not looking at her. Especially when she had her adorable puppy dog eyes on display. I didn't need anything that will alter my decision. "I'm sorry Lyra. I have a heap of things to do tonight" I lied smoothly. Hoping she doesn't prod any deeper. I literally had nothing to do after my shift at the gym. I chose today as my weekly day off from the bar. But there was no way I will be attending the party to celebrate her brother's return back home. "But you don't have to work at the bar tonight" Her pleading voice reminded. I mentally groaned in frustration, wishing I never chose today as my day off. It would have been much easier if I actually had to work today. I finally turned to her. Her brown wavy hair dangling at both sides of her face. Her bulging chocolate eyes holding mine expectantly. "I'm sorry Lyra" I hate to break her heart. But it's a massive NO from me. "You don't have to stay for too long.
Cirilla's point of view 'Get away from me!!!' I was startled by his words. I felt a knot tighten my chest in pain.It was unbelievable how those words clung to my thoughts and wouldn't let go. His voice was pleading and it held so much pain. But he refused to gaze at me. He had jerked away from my touch like I was some kind of lethal poison that could possibly harm him, even worse kill him. Even when Stefan and Wren had rushed to his side and helped him out of the dancefloor, he still wouldn't look at me. It was frustrating and I hated myself more for still thinking about him. I can't seem to pry him out of my thoughts. Sighing, I focussed my attention on the punching bag in front of me in the training area. I resumed my punches on the bag, unable to quell my rage, frustration and confusion. No matter how hard I thought about it, no matter how much i tried to understand him, I still didn't get him at all. And it was infuriating. The fact that everything ab
Asher's point of view After an eventful evening at Miles's bar, we were at the car waiting for Lyra, she had left for the restroom and was sure taking her sweet time. But I didn't mind. Any minute from now, Cirilla would be done with her shift and hopefully, I will get the chance to watch her leave. I was disconnected abruptly from my thoughts by the frenzied state of Lyra as she raced speedily to us from a distance. I jumped out from the driver's seat. 'Lyra what's wrong?' I asked her in a rush through the mindlink. In a glance she was before us, and Stefan was by her side calming down the wild pounding of her heart. Her worrisome chocolate eyes held horror and an oppressing rage. "Julia has totally gone nuts!" She yelled in a rant. "What did she do now Ly----" Dorian attempted words were silenced by Lyra's yell. "She's attacking Cirilla. She might kill her!" "What??!" The loud chorus from the guys were nothing but muffled sounds compared to the shatte
Asher's point of view I noticed the flicker of surprise that stood within those round, beautiful irises of hers. But her face and demeanor didn't show any other emotion. Nothing at all, well except for the furious pounding of her heart. She did a good job looking as normal as possible. I gave my eyes the liberty to explore her features. Her beautiful flawless face, skin as smooth as silk, perfect round curves and her legs were perfect and beautiful in those training shorts. Beads of sweat having the privilege to feast on her skin, I wished it were my hands working wonders on her skin. I had to mentally fight off the emotions Ryker was fueling in me. I needed to be sane, to figure out exactly how much she knew about me and what to do about that. She nodded to whatever Vince was saying, and when his lecture was getting unbearable, I mindlinked him to scram. I wanted her to myself. Only to me. My wishful thinking was granted. Immediately Vince left us I p
Cirilla's point of view "Remember what the doctor said and if you need anything at all, don't hesitate to call me" His face grew awfully close to mine. Slowly I gripped the thin fabric of my sheets to keep me from gasping at the closeness. The last few hours that Asher have been next to me were the most dangerous hours in my entire life. I fought the insane urge to lean into him, run my hands through his skin and place my lips on his soft tempting ones. The urge was slowly overcoming me. But I dared not look away, or give any sign or inkling that he somehow affected me. I couldn't. I nodded to his words, knowing full well I wouldn't dare call him, even if insanity had plagued me and I wanted to call him, I didn't have his number. His lips smiled, teasingly, and I watched him leave my room with one last glance at me. Few seconds later, the front door jammed close. I was sure he had gone already, I released the breath I had no idea I was holding. I forced myself out
Cirilla's point of view "Hey, how are you feeling?" My phone vibrated. It was a text. I checked the number and it wasn't from my contact. I began to type, before I could finish another text popped up. "It's Asher" I paused momentarily, staring at the name. A text popped up again. "Are you asleep?" How did he get my contact? "No. I'm still awake" I sent back, tapping the tip of my fingers on my lips. "How's your ankle? Does it hurt badly?" His text popped up, making an unwanted smile stalk my lips at his concern. Yes it does. But I couldn't say that. "Not that bad" "Do you need anything?" He asked. "Not really. I'm unable to get through to Lyra. Could you get her to call me?" I waited for his response but there was nothing, even after five minutes. I sighed, I was dying from thirst and was in dire need of a shower and I had to pee. I stared at the black swollen ankle and then to the bathroom door at the corner of my room. I pulled the
Cirilla's point of view The door to my room jerked open the second Asher jumped off. Mum's sandy brown eyes fell on me instantly. "Mum, you're back" I smiled a little, knowing she probably won't return it but a little part of myself hoped she would. Somehow I thought two days apart would somehow work magic on our relationship but it was obvious it didn't. "Didn't you hear me call?" She barked angrily, scrutinizing me, and I did her as well. Nothing changed. She was the same. Same appearance, same attitude. "I was asleep" Her nose flared up in the air as she looked around my room as if sensing someone was here. Well, If she suspected anything, she didn't say a thing and just stormed off. leaving me to my thoughts and the tingles I was still feeling from the spot Asher lips touched my cheek. I crashed on the bed, pulling the sheets to my face, squealing into them. I woke up early the next day and prepared for school. There was no point missing it if I'