All Chapters of Once up on an Us: Chapter 1 - Chapter 10

I was simply in line waiting to make a deposit when I noticed a rather handsome male behind me.I can't even put into words how handsome he was. I steal glances at him, pretending as if I am searching for someone. But for him, he had no shame in staring at me, his hazel eyes peering into mine with every stolen glance.I can even make out the small smile that was playing at the corners of his thin pink lips. Even though he now pulled his hat further down his face, trying to hide his features, I'll never forget him and neither did I want to.It was my time in the line, which took the teller buzzing his bell three times before I realised it."Just making a deposit," I told the teller.He gave me a smile before taking the bank slip and cash."Have a nice day."I smiled.Even though my transaction was complete and I have no more business in the bank, I wanted to linger a bit, even if it was to get his name or to say hi.I walked by where he was in the queue, giving him a sideways glance.E

"Girl. He is more than an oh. He is worthy of several moans and back scratches.''"Nessa.''"What? I'm sure that you were thinking of that too. I saw you checking him out.''The back scratches never came to mind, but me being under him and moaning did.I bit my lip.(Could I tell Nessa that I have seen him around before?)(That I wanted to know him more?)(And how fascinated I am about him?)(No, that would only lead to Nessa doing or saying something weird and, in turn, embarrassing me.)(Wait, but we were in the same cafe yesterday, so didn't they see each other?)The ride hardly had time to stop before Nessa slipped off her horse, wasting no time to race over to him.I followed behind meekly, watching as she pulled him into a hug.His large arms engulfed her in a hug.The hug looked so comforting and like what I needed right now.I looked away, feeling slightly jealous, which made no sense.It's not like I put myself out there, as Nessa did. She was fun and energetic. While, well,

I sat on the floor of my closet, not knowing what to wear. I felt like messaging Nicholas to cancel, but that would be selfish of me all because I didn't know what to wear.I finally decided on a little pink dress, but changed my mind at the last minute, picking something else.I looked at myself in the mirror, hoping that I'm not overdoing it or creating the wrong impression.Being the nervous wreck I am about this pending date, I had to fan my sweaty armpits.I just hope I don't mess this up, seeing that I had no idea where I was going.I stood there staring at myself, once again stressing the small stuff.Should my hair be up, down, curly, straight?What?I played with my stiletto nails as I waited for Nicholas to show up.At one point, I was close to start cleaning, just to try and settle my nerves.I paced the length of my livingroom, waiting for him.Then the bell rang, causing me to jump and my heart to race.I glance at myself one last time in a mirror on the wall before openi

It seems as if Nicholas was waiting at the door for me, because before I could knock, he swung the door open."Hey," I smiled up at him.Nicholas pulled me into a hug. "You look amazing.""Thanks," I pulled away from him.’’Let’s go.’’ I smiled.Without knowing where to go, I drive around aimlessly for twenty minutes, until I settled for a piano bar.Thinking that I could impress him with my musical skills, or my drinking skills, whichever came first."Mystic musical." Nicholas read."Something new for both of us." I winked, hoping that he would like it.On the outside, the place was silent. The inside was theming with life, music, drunk patrons singing loudly and laughter.Nicholas glanced down at me at the same time I peeked up at him."Something new, huh?" He chuckled.I honestly was not expecting this.Even so, it was nice, just people off from working, kick staring their weekend.We found a small table in the corner, away from the crowd, with dim lighting and less cigarette smoke

Maybe things aren't so bad after all. I think life might finally be looking up for me.I know I think this a lot, but that is how I feel.And after three months, I can safely say that Nicholas and I were in a relationship. His friends were more like family to both of us. I adored them and I think they feel the same way.I held onto Nick's hand as we walked through the park, eating ice cream cones."So, how would you feel about working for me?" I asked.Nick let go of my hand, "like as a slave or you as my boss?"I let out a laugh, leave it up to Nick to say such a thing."I could use an architect, and you are the only person I know and trust. You see, I have this crazy idea in my head. I saw this land space and just thought. Why not build on that piece of land? Maybe turn it into a gated community, I have asked, and the governor gave me the go ahead if I can acquire it. I just need a time." I brought forward."And the first person who you thought of was me?" Nick considered, sucking o