No One But Him

I was taking out my accounts textbook from my locker when Meghan called out to me from down the hall. I smiled and waved at her as I closed my locker and locked it. Meghan rushed up to me and was panting. I rolled my eyes at her laziness. I've told her so many times to hit the gym once in a while but she never listened to me. Only a short distance from the end of the hall to my locker and she was already out of breath. She was on the big side but she argues she's only plump and not fat. I completely disagree but it's her body and not mine. Needless to say but she's still my best friend here in my university.

I was now in my first year in the university of California and I was taking a course on accounting. I wanted nothing than to study everything business related. I got this love and passion for it because of a certain someone with bright amber eyes. It had been two years since Adam left for England. Two years since I last saw him face to face. Two years since I last hugged him and felt physical contact with him. And we do talk all the time but it wasn't the same. I wanted him close. I tried to apply to the prestigious university he was studying at but didn't get selected. Bummer but it is what it is. At least we talk over the phone.

Meghan stood straight after she had gotten her breathing back to normal. “Here. It's for you.” She said and I turned to stare at what she was referring to. There was a small card in her hand and I frowned. I gave her a long questioning look before looking down at the little card again. “Who gave you this?” I asked. “It's Liam. He told me to give this to you.” Meghan replied and I sighed in frustration.

“Why doesn't he get it. Am not interested.” I said angrily and didn't want to accept the card from Meghan. This was the fifth time this week that Liam's been sending me love notes and cards despite me always refusing and turning him down. “Seriously Ana. I don't get you. Liam is the hottest guy in our department. He's drop dead handsome and is running after you. And you're refusing him all the time.” Meghan said and I rolled my eyes with a sigh. I didn't want to have this discussion especially now. I was running late for my next class.

“Meghan. I have a boyfriend.” I stated and turned around to walk away to my next class. “Really. A boyfriend that you haven't seen physically in two years? How are you sure he's not fucking another girl's ass while still pretending to be interested in you.” Meghan's words somehow made me upset so early in the morning.

“What did you just say Meghan?” I asked getting incredibly angry at my best friend right now. How dare she talk about Adam like that. I also know it's hard for Adam as well as I in our long distance relationship but we're trying to make it work. We promised to wait for each other and I intended to keep my promise. I was Adam's and he was mine too. I only loved and belonged to him. It was no one but him.

“Sorry. I didn't mean it like that but Ana, open your eyes and smell the coffee. You know long distance relationship never lasts.” Meghan spoke softly. “But ours will. It's been two years now and we're still going strong. Our love will keep us together. Am sure of it and am also sure that Adam won't cheat on me while he's over there. I trust him with my whole heart. And nothing can shake that trust.” I said confidently. I had full faith in Adam and our love. “Also return Liam's card back to him. I don't want my dust bin to be filled with his cards and notes.” I added and walked away to attend my second lecture. Now my mood was totally spoilt.

I couldn't concentrate during the lecture because of what Meghan had said earlier. I found myself searching g****e on my phone for the chances of a distance relationship to be successful and flourishable. Even g****e was warning me about the chances. The chances were super low and I hated Meghan at this point for making me think like this all of a sudden. I was at the school's cafeteria and ordered a double cheeseburger with strawberry smoothie and headed towards an empty table closest to the window outside. Not to mention the view was stunning. The weather was very fair today.

Once I was seated, a large hand came to rest on my table. Judging by the rings on the fingers of that hand, I recognized him instantly. “What do you want Liam?” I asked and raised my head to face him. He was a brunette guy with a fine face and tanned skin. No doubt he was very handsome and good looking but he wasn't for me. We were polar opposites and I wanted to stay far away from him. I knew his type of men and it was best to stay far away from such people.

“You didn't even read my card. Your fat friend returned it back.” He said and quickly took a seat opposite me. “That was very rude of you Anastasia, don't you think so?” He asked and I could sense he was upset judging by his tone. I looked at him with a neutral look on my face. “And I told you so many times that am not interested Liam. Please. I don't like you. I've said this before. Am with someone else. I have a boyfriend.” I said and sincerely hoped this time it would sink inside his brain.

“What boyfriend? The one who's in England and you have no idea if he's even playing you. Don't kid yourself like a little girl Anastasia. Everyone knows how long distance relationships always ends. Either by cheating or simply loosing interest quickly. Mostly cheating.” Liam said and I wondered why he doesn't go out with Meghan instead. They both think the same.

“Thank you so much for your concern Liam but am fine and my relationship is as well. Now if you would excuse me. I want to enjoy my lunch. And please Liam don't waste your time with me. Us won't happen. Ever.” I clarified and Liam smirked not giving up. “I'll make you fall for me Anastasia. I will make you forget that jackass boyfriend of yours abroad. You'll see. Am not giving up on you so easily. You know when I want something, I don't rest until I finally have it.” His words came out more like a threat than just a mere saying. He stood up and walked away making me sigh out in relief.

I was munching on my burger and solving some calculations for my assignments when Adam's call popped up on my phone's screen. A beaming smile swept across my lips and I quickly answered his call. It was a video call and his face immediately appeared on my screen. My heart was racing like crazy and I felt my cheeks getting heated. My Adam.

“Hey Ana.” He greeted with a heavy and groggy voice. He sounded tired. “Hi.” I smiled and waved over my phone. I caught a good glimpse of him. His hair was all over the place like a nest that got a bitter taste from a tornado. And the thrilling part about it was how it looked so good on him. He looked more handsome and cool with his tousled hair.

“I see you're back to your room. How was your day today?” I asked. “Ana, is something wrong?” He questioned and I blinked surprised not expecting a question thrown back at me. Why did I bother to hide my worries. He could see right through me. That was my Adam. He knew when I was dealing with some internal crises or conflicts.

“Well. Yes am fine. Just some thoughts that's all.” I replied and clamped my mouth.

“You're lying again Ana.” He cut me off.

“No am not.” I quickly defended.

“Yes you are.” He chuckled softly enjoying me pout. “Let me guess. You're still worried about us? Or probably someone told you something negative and now you're worried.” I was always surprised by his knowledge of me. I was like an opened book when it came to Adam. He could easily read all of me.

I sighed out and decided to come out with the truth this time. “Yes you're right Adam. My best friend Meghan said something negative. She said our relationship won't last because we're far away from each other. I mean... Look at the time difference between where we are. It's pretty much dark in England while it's only mid-day here in California. And....”

“And do you believe our relationship won't stand through it all?” Adam asked and I didn't know how to respond. I didn't want him to see my unnecessary insecurities. He would think am just being silly and paranoid. The last thing I wanted was for him to picture me as a desperate and a distrustful girl. Guys hated that.

“I do Adam. I really believe our relationship will survive.” I replied. I wanted to believe it. I wanted to believe that among the little chances that a long relationship will blossom, mine and Adam's love will also be amongst. I wanted to believe that despite the fact that Adam was far away right now, his love wasn't. His love is always here with me. He wouldn't let our relationship end nor will I by listening to others' opinions. Only Adam and I would decide what becomes of our relationship.