chapter eight

“Fine…let’s do this.” I muttered quietly, throwing to the winds whatever cautiousness I was supposed to keep.

“Great! That’s more like it Mr stiff…urh nah, erm, Mr soft, I mean…from now, you are Mr soft! Let’s go!” she grinned. I chuckled and followed her. we got onto the rollercoaster ride.

“Your seatbelt…” she reminded me.

“Oh, yeah thanks.” I reached to lock my seatbelt but she had already leaned in towards me and clamped it for me.

“Thanks.” I mumbled, hiding my slightly embarrassed face.

“You are so welcome.” She winked.

Soon the ride began and the rollercoaster started to move upwards. I panicked as we moved higher but I forced myself to act strong.

“It’s alright to be afraid Mr stiff! Hold onto the wheels and enjoy the ride!” Isabella screamed excitedly. I bet she must have senses my fears. But not a single fear did I see in her.

When we neared the maximum point, I was tempted to look downwards.

“Don’t look down!” Isabella cautioned but I was already a second ahead as my eyes h