All Chapters of The Billionaire Prince's Scholar : Chapter 21 - Chapter 30

I tried to call Emily and realized she still had me blocked. I didn't know how to react to that. Nadia's words were ringing in my ear as I saw alone in my house. She had a point when she was being logical, but I didn't want to listen. The call from my father made my mood turn for the worse. I wasn't particularly happy, but I had to go. It was going to be my company one day, so it'd be dumb not to follow him and see what happens. One of the reasons I never liked going back there all these years was because the vibe was off. It was quite uncomfortable to stay inside. Even though I'd tried to push her to the back of my thoughts, my mother kept popping up. Right after I left the last time, I removed her number from my contacts. My father hadn't asked me anything and it was either he didn't know, or just didn't care. I was leaning more towards the latter. It really was hard coming from a dysfunctional home. I fell asleep moments later, my thoughts finally quietened. But the peace

A meeting about a stupid ball was never on my bingo card. But I had no choice. I had to participate in school. We sat in a private building in the school as we discussed the Celesti Ball. Everyone, except me, seemed excited. To me, it was just another dance. I'd grown up in this world to understand it all, and still not be interested. “What if I decide to skip this one?" I interrupted one of them speaking. They gaped at me. “Of course you can't do that!" Frances pouted. “You know your presence is needed, and not just for the press." I ignored her flirty gaze. “I’m not that big of a fan of this sort of thing. I'm already bored. This is a big school, I'm sure someone can fill in for me." My head swirled to my friend. “Ethan?" He shook his head. "Be for real, who the hell would replace you with me if you're available?” I turned to the other guy- who's name I'd honestly forgotten- who raised his hands up in refusal. I grunted, grabbing my glass of wine and gulping it down.

Every moment with Emily was simply special. It was hard not to think that way when that was my experience. I wanted to keep kissing her each moment, but I didn't want her to see me as some horny guy. I could tell that my attempts at respect were working with her occasional glances in the car. Her stuttering. I didn't know what exactly she was feeling or thinking, but I knew it wasn't anything terrible. It certainly wasn't the same as what I wanted to do with and to her, I knew that. The moment she got out of the car, I waited. I thought about how else we were going to meet. Where else we could go that was totally private and far away from everyone else. I was getting greedy. I had the money and power to do whatever I wanted. There were hotels… more parks… I could get into a jet with her and we could go far away. I was snapped out of my thoughts by a call. I picked up when I saw Ethan's name. “Yeah?" “Are you done with Emily?" he asked. “Done? As in, for today? Yes.

At first, I was happy to see her. She didn't notice me or Ethan, engrossed in her conversation with Stephanie. The terrified expression on her face was nowhere to be found.“I'd say we should go up to them, but that would be stupid," Ethan murmured.My gaze remained on Emily.She had on a short and sleeveless dress that showed off her shoulders and the curve of her neck.I gritted my teeth, my hands in my pockets.I was thirsty.I watched them walk up to us without looking forward.From the corner of my eyes, I could see glances on us, so I brought my hoodie down to cover as much of me as possible.I busied myself with staring at her even though I could see her visibly uncomfortable.I was shocked when I heard that it was her birthday. Then mad. She never saw the need to tell me while we were together.Was it just something she never cared about?I had so many things to ask, but I kept my mouth shut. Having her to myself finally after coming to a conclusion on celebrating her birthda

"I think you need to back away from her for a bit.”Ethan told me this while driving us back to his place."I know. I'll stay away.”He stopped the car.I raised a brow. "What now? I'm doing as you asked and you're not happy?”He had on a shocked expression. "Why the hell did you answer so damn fast?”I shrugged. “Stephanie and Emily will have to talk about this. That girl doesn't seem to be my biggest fan, which is fine, I don't care. But I'll have to let this settle before I see her again.” I continued. "I'll still talk to her on the phone though.”I had Emily now. I wasn't as bothered as I usually was a while ago. She seemed to want me back, so I was not likely to be blocked or avoided again.Admittedly, I was filled with so much desire the longer I was around her. I didn't want a situation where I'd pounce on her. It was partly because of that dress.I contemplated buying her a dress or two to wear specially for me.How would she react? Scandalized, for sure.Maybe till we're toge