Pestering

ISLA

Zero dropped us off at school before he went to his work.

“See you,” I said and gave a peck on his lips, making Becca complain.

“Geez, people,” Becca exclaimed as she got off the car.

I shook my head and smiled after. Zero met my gaze and leaned forward as he gave me one more peck on the lips. “Bye, baby. Study well. No boys,” he uttered and winked at me.

I smiled. “Of course, Sir. Uhm, check on Nana before you start working, okay?” I glanced at my wristwatch, “I have class at eight-thirty,” I said.

“No problem, baby. See you. Text me, and I’ll pick you up,” he said. However, I shook my head.

“No. It’s fine. We’ll take the cab—”

“Call the driver then,” he interrupted, making me smile.

“Baby… we’ll be safe. Besides, I know you’ve secured the area already, am I right?”

Zero pressed his lips and rested his left hand on the steering wheel. “What do you think?”

I smirked and got off the car. I waved goodbye before closing the car door.

“Seriously?”

I turned to Becca when I heard her v