~Xander~ This morning was particular for me; teasing her was my thing. But my ears were desperate to hear my name in her moaning voice. I waited for her for breakfast as mom left for the office. She comes from the stairs in her denim skirt and a royal blue full sleeves off-shoulder top. Her laced sandals cover her feet nicely. All blue shades belonged to her, and that blue sapphire eye smiled at me, dotting me down. My mouth widened when I saw her like this. “Fuck, I am done,” I whispered, looking at her. Did she even know she was controlling the Xander Baston? “Hey,” “Where is everyone?” She looked here and there as I was busy taking her inside me. “They left,” I answered while gulping hot coffee. “Everyone? Means your extended family also?” I rolled my eyes. “Eat something first,” I extend some toast, scrambled egg, and fruits. She chooses a strawberry to eat. Why the hell does she always tease me? After she finished her first strawberry, she pulled the thumb out, moaned s
~Aoife~ Everything was changing. Is it because of Xander or me? The hassle we had between us changed into something. A feeling of easy-going took over our hearts. He was changing, and I never knew I had started liking his weird company with me. He was challenging me in a way I had never imagined. He made me jump off the cliff, knowing how much I feared water. And after my trip to the hospital, it was more than a nightmare for me. After this unexpected crazy action, I walked towards the car, cursing him for what he had done. The words he husked over me, saying he would not let nothing happen to me, caught me. Standing so close to him, I couldn’t think of anything else. His presence affects me so much in a way I never felt before. Our body was so close to each other, and all I wanted was to melt under his warmth. Why is he doing this to me? He is not my guy; I wanted a loyal man, and he is far from it. He already has a girlfriend. I walked away, keeping my vitals in control. I slamm
~Aoife~ Nobody wanted to go hiking. I thought Zach would accompany me, but he didn’t. Well, we didn’t come here to sleep late in the morning. We are in nature, so why not enjoy every moment? I didn’t want to ask Xander. I tried hard to avoid any such collision with him. Staying away was the key. No worries, I can go alone if no one is going with me. I woke up early in the morning and prepared myself for hiking. I filled my bag with some energy bar and water and charged my phone to take beautiful pictures. I checked the weather. It was cold. “All set,” I patted myself. I wore a long pink sweater to cover my body correctly with blue jeans. Boots and a woolen cap with mittens. Only my face was visible as it turned red with the first stroke of breeze. It was dark outside; the sunrise would be after thirty minutes. “Great,” I started walking toward the dense forest. “What if there is a wolf?” No, Aoife, you are a strong girl. Let’s finish what you have started. After talking to m
~ Aoife~ We came to our cottage as Zach was continually chatting with us. It was strange yesterday; I was drooling over him for his looks, and today, I felt annoyed by him. Is it because of Xander? Well, I got annoyed by Xander too. What to say, my mind is a fluctuating machine. “Thanks for joining; you can do your workout now,” With a mustered smile, I answered Zach. He agreed as he went for an outdoor workout. All the members were sleeping, I guess. “Would you like to eat something?” I asked Xander. We entered the house, silent with a bit of warmth from the outside environment. “Yeah, I am damn hungry.” He crashed on the couch
~AOIFE~Truth hurts; indeed, it hurts badly. I was so stupid to let him drive me to that point where I lost control and submitted myself to him.How did I allow him to kiss me? My heart ached when Zareena kissed him in front of me.It pierced my heart all this time, thinking I was just a time-passing thing for him. It’s not his fault; it was mine. I let those feelings settle in my heart even after knowing he was not a one-woman man. But what should I do with my heart? It was still stuck in his beautiful brown eyes and in his warmth.Didn’t he feel anything?How strange our minds were a few moments back. I was ready to give myself to him, but everything changed in a few minutes.We can only hate a person if we love them; we cannot hate a stranger; this thought is true.Whatever was there in between him and me, it felt like a mistake.Yes, it was a mistake. I wanted to accept this, but why was my heart not ready to buy it?I am not a person who used to react in front of everyone. I am a
~Xander~We reached the cottage, where Zarren went to the room to rest while Aoife engaged with Zach in the kitchen.Yeah, he was excited, and so was she for the evening.Matt and I came out.“Why did you bring her here?” I exclaimed.“She called your mom and found out about this trip and knew I would join you guys soon.”“So?”“She called me to pick her up along the way.” He replied blankly.I knew my mom would have told her about our trip.“I think she is jealous of Aoife. Your changed beha
It was a full-moon night, and the sight was beautiful.I scanned my phone and thought to call Aunt Jeena, but there, I thought she already had a lot on her plate to deal with.“Mom,” tears blurred my vision as I touched my tattoo.I needed her to guide me, to hug me. I closed my eyes as I felt a warm thing over my shoulder. Is it my mom’s hug?Lost in my thoughts, I didn’t realize somebody had kept a jacket on my shoulder.When I got to my senses, I saw Xander standing beside me, resting his jacket on my shoulders. I wanted to stay with him, but it would be painful for me only.Without saying a word, I dropped his jacket from my body and started walking towards the cottage.He clenched my hand.“Leave my hand,” I whispered, closing my eyes and facing back to him. He moved closer to my vulnerable state, whispering the words I could not expect.“Aoife, please....stay...” It was hard for me as it was getting away from his grip.“Please don’t leave me.” He purred, leaving my hand.I took
The following day, when I woke up, everyone was getting ready to leave home. I heard Zareena crying in her annoying noise, blaming me in front of everyone. “It’s because of her we fought. Why don’t you leave us alone?” She screamed. I looked around, as Xander was not there. “Where is he?” I asked Matt as he tried to take me upstairs. “He left. His jeep is not here,” Matt replied. “Took off?” “Yeah, just stay in your room. I am taking Zareena with me, and you come with the rest.” He tried to make me calm down. I agreed as I saw everyone looking at me with a questionable gaze. “Aoife, what happened between Xander and you? I don’t believe Zareena, but is there something I should know as your friend?” Matt questioned. I recited everything that happened, “We went for a walk, that was it. But Zareena thinks Xander is involved with me somehow.” Matt cupped my face, “It’s ok. I understand you.” After some time, Matt and Zareena left. “Can I talk to you for a second?” Raphael knocke