Jenny’s POV

*You were Romeo, you were throwing pebbles, and my daddy said, “Stay away from Juliet”

And I was crying on the staircase, begging you, “Please don’t go”

And I said …

Romeo, take me somewhere we can be alone. I’ll be waiting, all that’s left to do is run.

You’ll be the prince and I’ll be the princess. It’s a love story, baby, just say, “Yes*.”

Swaying my hips along with the music, I hummed the lyrics of my favorite song while my hands were doing their job, painting. I had been in a really good mood these days that I couldn’t stop myself from drawing. Many ideas were flowing into my brain and I was basically turned into a robot that only knew how to draw and paint.

Now, my favorite song entered the view and it lightened my inspirations brighter than ever. I sang, drew, painted and lost myself in it, totally forgetting the reality.

I didn’t know why I am being like this.

*Maybe because the weather is nice and pleasant these days?

Or maybe because Bri didn’t visit me like she used to these days that I got many free time to daydream and visualize*?

Bri, in short for Britany was my friend since I was pretty young and the only friend I had in my life. Many people didn’t want to associate with me or even talk to me. So, being my friend was out of the picture but I didn’t think they hate me. They were more like afraid of me or should I say my dad?

Everyone here didn’t dare to offend him and tried their best to get alliance while some avoided us like we are some kind of danger. I sometimes wondered why they acted like that. We didn’t even do a mere harm to them but in their eyes, we were already the monsters that would eat them alive.

Papa used to tell me and my Mama not to care about this and we complied. Although I didn’t know Papa’s reason or his business as he didn’t say much about it when he was at home, I trusted him. He was the kindest and the best dad I could ever wish and I knew he wouldn’t do anything that would hurt me and Mama.

Apart from this, there was another thing I thought they were scared of it. It was the bodyguards that my dear Papa specially arranged for me. There were always two bodyguards following me wherever I went and I couldn’t say no to that.

Papa loved me so much that he was very protective of me. He would do everything I asked for except this. He worried about me all the time when I wasn’t at home or in his sight. So, I had to keep them by my side no matter what.

It had been like this since my kindergarten days and I was used to them. They didn’t bother or matter to me anymore but it wasn’t for the others.

They stayed as far as possible from me. They didn’t talk nor even look at me. For them, I was like the plague or some kind of disease that could kill them when they made contact. At first, I was sad. They completely shut me out of the society and I was always left alone.

I also wanted to have some friends like other girls and enjoy my life with them but I didn’t seem to have that chance. After all, I had the parents who were totally different from the others, very loving, very protective and very anxious.

So, I only had Bri who I could call as my friend. We played, ate and grew up together like the real family and the real sisters. She was two month older than me and that made her acted like my big sister. She bossed me around sometimes and I happily listened to every one of them.

In addition, she was also my neighbor who lived just across my house. She came to me every day, disturbing my peace and gossiping about the variety of people she met and she got to know.

She was really outgoing and a big extrovert who likes shopping and partying with her friends most of her time where I was the exact opposite, a big introvert. I would rather spend my time alone with various songs and paintings instead of doing those.

I continued humming the song and swaying my hips as I was moving my hands around the canvas. The painting I am working right now was the third one I did this week and it was such a surprise.

Normally, I took a week to finish only one painting and this was incredible. I couldn’t even believe that I am capable of that until now.

“Jenny Ruby Rowen!”

A loud banging noise together with my name in full boomed into my ears, exceeding the voices of the song.

I abruptly removed the headphone around my head and turned to the direction where all those noises came. Bri was there at the door, standing with both of her hands on her hip and glaring at me with those big brown eyes of her.

I didn’t know what was wrong with her. She looked so mad like she was going to eat me alive. Did I do something wrong? I opened my mouth to ask but she beat me first, “What the hell are you doing?”

Irritations were evident on her face as she said those words with her brows knitted together. I on the other hand still couldn’t figure out what her problem was and was looking like a dumb, staring at her.

“Painti-“I replied after a few second of speechlessness but it got cut as soon as my eyes landed on my masterpiece, “OH MY GOD!”

There was a huge thick red stroke brushed downwards from the middle of the painting to the bottom. God! I am doomed! How am I going to fix this?

I was now in distress, trying to wipe off the paint desperately when Bri came closer and stood in front of me and the painting, “Jenny Rowen, it isn’t time for this. Did you forget what day is today?”

One of my brows arched up, “Ummm? What day?”

I had no idea what she was talking. It wasn’t like today was my birthday or hers as far as I remember. I was out of clue and moreover, my brain was too busy thinking about how to mend my precious baby.

“Lord Jesus!” she exclaimed a little bit louder into my ears, “Today is our graduation day. Don’t you know? How the hell did you forget, Jenny? We have been waiting so long for today.”

Our graduation day?

Oh … Hell … No! 

My panic rose more after hearing those words. How could I not remember this? Our special day!

“I am sorry, Bri. I’m really sorry. I forgot about it totally but trust me, I didn’t mean to do that. Okay?”

She was still narrowing her eyes at me but I tried my best doing the puppy dog eyes and begged her. It was my fault that she acted like this. I could understand her. She had been so thrilled to reach this day and here, I was completely lost sight of it.

“Whatever!” she finally sighed while shaking her head a little, “Look at you! Are you painting the canvas or your body? Go wash them quickly and take the shower as fast as possible. We have no time. I don’t want to be late. Got it?”

I beamed at her, “Okay, okay! I will be quick.”

The shower didn’t take long as I managed to finish it just within fifteen minutes. The paints weren’t that hard to remove and they were all gone after a single scrub with the soap. It was a huge glad for me. If not, I would be dead meat in Bri’s hands. She would kill me for sure.

She always warned me not to wipe my face or skin when I paint. She said it was dangerous for my skin and it could cause damage or even cancer. I kind of believed them but I couldn’t help myself. I always ended up coloring my whole body.

“Here, wear that! I bought it for you,” she rushed towards me as soon as I came out of the bathroom and shoved a dress into my hand.

My eyes couldn’t help but lit up instantly, “Really?”

It was a simple off shoulder white dress which is not too short or too long. I pressed the dress to my body and viewed it in front of the mirror. I was certain it would look great on me. Bri had sharp eyes when it came to fashion unlike me. I was bad at those. My eyes were only good for the art.

“Of course! I am not going to sit and watch you wearing those granny clothes to our graduation.” She said, rolling her eyes. A chuckle escaped between my lips. She knew me too well. I would absolutely like that if she didn’t prepare this dress.

“Okay. Thank you, Bri!” I gave a peck on her cheek before I ran back to the bathroom and put that on my body.

“Wear fast! We are not done yet. You have to put some makeup, girl. Hurry up!” she yelled from the other side of the door while I was struggling with the zip, “Just a minute!”

Even though my hands weren’t short, I often had problem with those zips especially when they are at the back. I couldn’t made it in the single try. I had to pull two or three times to finally reach the top.

Bri was already at the vanity chair, waiting for me when I came out, fully dressed.

“Finally! Come and sit here. We are running out of time.” She ordered as she rolled her eyes again, “Sit still! Don’t move and also don’t talk.” She continued ordering me like my Mama and started her works.

I didn’t say anything further and did like she told. She first blew dry my still wet hair before she curled it a little to form some waves. It looked nice and suited with what I was wearing.

“Close your eyes, Jen,” she said and began her masterpiece on my face. She chose art major only to become a professional makeup artist. She had been dreaming about that since she turned fifteen and she had high hopes for producing her own makeup line one day.

“Here you go! You can open your eyes now.”

With that, she removed herself from the front, revealing me in the mirror.

“Wow!” I couldn’t help but awed at my looks at this moment. I looked so natural and didn’t even look like I was wearing a single makeup. My face was glowing flawlessly and radiantly, “It is really beautiful. Thank you, Bri. You are the best.”

 “Of course. You would be! I am the best makeup artist here, don’t you know?” she scoffed and gave me a pair of white pumps she chose from my closet. I grinned and took them, “I know, I know. Let’s go then.”

We didn’t waste any time and went downstairs. Mama was there in the living room alone and knitting. She looked so peaceful with a small smile on her face but it got wider the moment her eyes laid on me.

“Oh! My baby is looking so beautiful,” she stopped all the work and walked towards us, “Congratulation, dear. You are finally graduated. You made it!”

She then engulfed me in a warm embrace which I returned gladly, “Thank you, Mama. Where is Papa?”

“I am here, princess. Congratulations!”

My dad popped out from I think his office room, wearing the biggest smile I ever saw. I smiled back and ran to him, “Thank you, Papa!”

I was again welcomed by another warm hug. I really enjoyed their warm hugs. They always made me feel secured and peace. I wondered if there is another one in this world who could give me this kind of hug.

“Uncle, Auntie, sorry to interrupt you but we have to go now. We are going to be late.”

Bri, being an impatient one, cut our lovely family bonding. I knew we have tiny time but still, I wanted to stay here a little more, “Alright, let’s go!”

“We will follow you later, sweetie. See you at the university.”

“Okay, mama. See you.”

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The drive to our university was smooth. There were no traffics or accidents on the way but our mind weren’t. They were full of excitements and thrills that we couldn’t stop trembling as well as chatting.

We have no idea what we were talking at that moment but once the car entered the university ground, our conversation died down instantly.

“We are here,” Bri said, grabbing both of my hands tightly. There were many people strolling and taking picture around. We didn’t waste another minute and went directly to the venue where our graduation ceremony was.

Bri was welcomed by her friends as soon as we reached there while I was welcomed by the professors. They liked all most all of my artworks that they always told me I have the gifted hands. I didn’t know if that was true or not, I love to draw. It was like everything to me. I couldn’t imagine my life without it.

I continued greeting the other professors while Bri was busy chatting with her friends. Time had passed pretty fast and by the time we reunited, we already had our certificates in our hands.

“Congratulations, Bri,” I grinned at her. She just finished getting hers and went down from the stage. I already received mine a while ago as I was the first one to do. So, I had been waiting for her.

“Congratulations, our honor student,” she chippered and wrapped one of her hands around my waist, “Let’s take a selfie, come on! Take out your phone.”

I chuckled and did like she told, “Okay, okay, here.”

We were having fun, taking several selfies and solo pictures around when our parents came to us with giant bouquets in their hands, “Congratulations, dear princesses.”

“Papa, Mama, Uncle Brendon.” I called and took the bouquet my dad was holding, “Thank you.”

Bri also did the same thing, accepting the bouquet from her dad, Brendon, “Thank you, dad. Jen, can you take a photo of us? I will do yours too.”

“Sure! Give me the camera.”

She only had her dad in her family as her mom died a long time ago. She passed away when Bri was just two years old because of the heart disease. Uncle Brendon was so miserable at that time and Papa and Mama helped him look after Bri and that way we became the closest friend.

We posed and laughed like there is no tomorrow. We captured a lot of pictures either with our parents or only two of us or alone. This was indeed such a joyful day for me, for her and for our families. I was sure today will be one of the unforgettable day in our future.

“Jen, shall we go now?”

It was already 4pm in the afternoon when we finished with the shooting thing. Bri looked excited more than she did when she received her degree and I knew the reason clearly.

As I said, today was a special day but it wasn’t because of our graduation. It was because I finally got a chance to go out without a bodyguard beside me.

It was like a big deal to me and it wasn’t so easy to get this chance. It took us an entire month for this. Papa at first didn’t allow and we had so many difficulties persuading him. We begged, convinced and did everything for him to say okay. So, it was really special for both of us, especially me. I was able to experience what freedom was.

“Okay! Papa, mama, can we leave now?” I asked with the same excitement like Bri shone in my eyes. I couldn’t wait to see and enjoy what Bri had planned for the later evening. She didn’t tell me what we are going to do and she planned it alone. She said it is surprise and I should wait. So, I had been doing that patiently.

“Sure but come back early. Don’t be too late and you know Britany, don’t go to the nightclub or bar. It is dangerous for you girls and don’t leave Jenny alone. Stay with her even to the restroom and-“Papa started ranting like nonstop that Bri had to interrupt and cut the conversation short,

“I know, I know. I got it. I got all of them, Uncle Robin. Don’t worry, she will be okay with me around. You can rest assured.”

She then smiled and hugged me from the side before she nodded at me and Papa for agreement. I couldn’t help but chuckled, staring at them. Papa still looked reluctant to let me go while Mama stayed silent with her head shaking a little.

“Okay!” he sighed after several seconds, “Just come back home early.”

“I will, Papa”

We were now over the moon, laughing and singing the song that was currently playing on the radio inside Bri’s car. We couldn’t hide how happy we were at this moment. We had been longing to do this and now, we had the chance. We were finally alone. There were no one watching us or following wherever we go. This was heaven.

We first went to a fancy restaurant Bri booked and had our dinner. We decided to eat whatever we want today despite worrying about gaining weight and ended up ordering a lot of foods, pizza, lasagna, steak, pork ribs and spaghetti. It was like we ordered all most all kind of food they had in the menu. At first, we thought we wouldn’t be able to finish them all but it was just a thought. We did somehow.

After that, we strolled around the neighborhood a little to digest ourselves. We were so full after dinner and we didn’t feel like moving but Bri said we still had a place to go so we walked around. I wanted to ask what that plan was but I chose not to. The whole evening had been wonderful and I enjoyed it a lot but that moment came to the end when Bri took me to a place which was said to be her so called plan, Night Flight.

“Bri, is it okay for us to come here? Papa told us not to go bar or nightclub.”

My peace was already gone at this time. This place was known to be one of the famous place when it came to bar and nightclub. It was also known as a stripper club in the town and I had no idea why she decided to go there. I had never been to a place like this, not even once. Papa always told me not to go since it was dangerous and full with crimes. Now, we were here, standing in front of the entrance.

I didn’t want to go and started panicking but Bri didn’t let me,

“We will be. Relax! This is your once in the lifetime chance to go out without a bodyguard. So, we have to come here. You need to see what a bar look like or nightclub at least once.”

“But-” I protested but it went fail as Bri cut me firmly, “No buts! Chill, Jen. There won’t be any problem. We are going to be okay. Don’t worry too much!”

Like this, I was dragged inside. There were so many people who were drinking, dancing and some busy chatting. I carefully walked behind Bri while holding her arm closely and tightly. I was afraid that I would get lost. The whole room was so dark although some flashlights were moving around the area.

Bri pulled me towards the dance floor and told me to dance with her but I couldn’t. My panic was too high for that and moreover, there was a little space for dancing. Even a little sway could touch the person behind or beside. So, I would rather not.

Finally after a few minutes, Bri gave up and we moved to the bar which was a lot quieter and brighter.

“You are such a party pooper, Jen. You should relax a little.” Bri said as soon as she sat down on one of the stools. I didn’t say anything back. She looked disappointed, ordering some drinks for me and her while I just stayed silent. I didn’t want to ruin the day so I chose to shut up.

We then dismissed that topic and started chatting about various things especially about our futures.

“Oh Lord, Jen! He is so hot.”

We were having a great chat until she blurted out those words that were completely unrelated to what we were talking at that moment.

“What?”

I was so confused. Just now, she was telling me about her plans to open a spa in the town but in a second, the conversation changed totally.

“The one sitting at the corner, beside the window. He is so handsome. Look! I have been checking him out the whole time but he didn’t seem to notice me,” she said with her eyes sparkling too much.

“Really?”

“Yes! He is really hot and … sexy. Oh my god! I think I am going to die. His eyes … So gorgeous. Come on Jen, look at him!”

I wasn’t actually curious at first but seeing her like this, I thought about looking. It wasn’t like something improper to do and nobody was going to be hurt by this. It would be just a glance. So, why not?

I slowly turned my head a little towards the table Bri told me and there, my soul was captured … Captured by a pair of eyes which have the same color as the ocean but shining brightly like those stars in the night sky.

Wow!

I was mesmerized.

They were the most beautiful eyes I had ever seen in my entire life, so dazzling and attracting like a magnet.

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Chapter 2

Jenny’s POV

My world had stopped.

I couldn’t feel anyone or anything beside me except those eyes, those dazzling blue eyes.

They were staring at me and into my eyes straight that my heart started to race. I didn’t know what was happening to me right now. My heart seemed uncontrollable, beating so fast like a wild horse.

Ba-Dum … Ba-Dum … Ba-Dum

“Jen? Jenny? Hey? Hello? Wake up!”

Bri’s voice snapped me out of my thoughts that it brought me back to the reality. She was observing me closely with a mischievous grin on her face. I was in daze, looking at her and those eyes back and forth.

“He is hot, right?” she asked, nudging me a little. I glanced at her. I didn’t know how to answer this. The moment I turned to his direction, I was attracted by his eyes so much that I forgot his whole face. I only remembered how his eyes look like and how beautiful they were, “I think so?”

“What is with the answer?” she frowned, “I thought you fell for him as you were staring at him for too long. You didn’t even hear me calling you."

She did? Oh god! It was so embarrassing. I wished the ground would swallow me now. “It was probably because of the music. It is too loud, isn’t it?”

I tried to retort and reason but I knew it wouldn’t work. Bri only believed what she sees and feels and moreover, her sixth sense was really good. It was like a ghost. She can sense everything what was on people’s mind especially me. She saw through me every time.

“Whatever! So, how is he? What do you think? Is he handsome, right?”

She continued asking me about him and I was like running away from her as fast as possible or crawl into the tiny hole. This conversation was making me uncomfortable, to be exact my heart. It didn’t seem to calm down. The more I heard about him, the more it beat faster and wilder.

I wanted to stop this. It was the first time I was feeling like this and I didn’t seem to like it. Although I had seen and viewed many different beautiful things, my heart never acted this way before. It was uncomfortable and so exhausting that I felt like working for the whole day without a rest.

“He is. Bri, can I go to the toilet? I think I drank too much.” I asked, changing the topic. It wasn’t a complete lie as I was wanting to go. I wanted to breathe some air and refresh myself.

“Okay, let’s go. I will show you the way.”

Bri then asked one of the bartenders the bill for our drink and I waited for her. My heart was still unsteady, thinking about him. What would he look like in full face? I was sure he would be handsome because of his eyes.

My mind was telling me to sneak at him a little but I was firmed on not doing that. It was embarrassing and I didn’t want to get caught by the other but it was too late. I was already staring at him subconsciously.

He was no longer watching at me and sipping his drink. I tried to take my eyes off him but I couldn’t. He was attracting me like a magnet.

Apart from his beautiful eyes, his other facial features were pretty too. His nose and jawline were too sharp and prominent, framing his face in the perfect position and making him look masculine but at the same time charming.

Why did he look so flawless in any angle? There wasn’t anything I could say ugly in his face. His face screamed perfection and handsomeness.

I viewed him carefully and slowly. The light here wasn’t that dim and he wasn’t too far away from us. So, I could see him clearly. I didn’t care about getting caught or others anymore. All I want to do at this moment was to observe his gorgeous face.

He didn’t seem to notice me as he continued sipping his whiskey and scrolling his phone screen. I kept watching him and every of his movement. He didn’t show much of the emotion on his face but there was one time when he smiled a little for a few seconds and my heart went crazy.

God! How could he make my heart beat like that? It was so weird.

“Let’s go, Jen.”

Bri’s voice again cut me out of my thought that I startled a little, “Oh! Okay.”

We then made our way to the restroom. There were a lot of people inside and Bri decided to stay behind and wait for me at the entrance. I didn’t waste any time and finished my business quickly.

Most of the people inside didn’t look like us or some other people as they were wearing some kind of costume that were too tight, too revealing and too sexy. Some even looked like underwear and I wondered if they didn’t feel cold or not.

Argh! What am I thinking?

My mind and thoughts had become weirder since I entered this place and it was really bad. I didn’t feel like myself anymore. Like I thought, I shouldn’t have come here. I should leave as soon as possible.

I rushed out quickly to get Bri and go back home but to my disappointment, she was nowhere to be found. Where did she disappear to?

A loud music was blaring through my ears even though I was at least ten feet away from the club and it was giving me headache. I didn’t feel good. I felt like vomiting and at the same time, dizzy. I needed to breathe some fresh air.

Bri, where are you?

I tried calling her phone but every calls went directly to the voicemail. I couldn’t reach her. In addition, I didn’t know the way to the exit and I was like a mouse that was lost in the maze. So, I decided to walk around a little and search for her as well as the way out.

The lights here were too dim and I couldn’t see the surrounding clearly. Moreover my condition wasn’t well enough to do that. I was afraid I might knock someone down and I chose to walk by the wall and with the slow steps.

Sometimes, other people bumped into me as they were walking unsteadily like drunkards and I ended up pushing them back and ran away at my best. I didn’t want to interact with them. It will be dangerous for me.

“Hey beautiful, where are you going?” said a man with thick Russian accent, who was taller and bigger than me appeared in front and completely blocked my way. I was instantly alarmed. All of my senses had awakened at the sight of him and the smell of alcohol. I didn’t know where he popped out from as I was busy calling Bri like nonstop.

“I am searching for my friend. Could you excuse me? Thank you,” I tried my best to stay calm and replied politely. I didn’t want to irritate him. His face was too flushed and also his breath, it stink. It reeked of alcohol and every time he exhaled, my nausea became worse. It was making me vomit for real.

I didn’t wait for his reply and quickly walked pass him, thinking it would free me but I was wrong. He grabbed my arm hurriedly with a force that I couldn’t detach myself from it. He was too strong.

“You are not going anywhere. You are going to accompany me in my bed.”

I was doomed, seriously doomed. I didn’t know what to do now. My body froze at his words. It was my first time someone attacking me like this and I didn’t know how to handle it or solve.

I need to find Bri. I need to escape. It is so scary.

“Shameless!”

A calm yet thunderous voice came into my ears as I trembled from the fear of that man getting close to me. We were right now at the middle of a hall that had no one except three of us around. I didn’t know where it is but I could say this area is the least populated among the others and it looked kind of creepy too.

I glanced at the direction where that calming voice appeared. His voice sounded dangerous but for me, it was like the soft music which eased my fears away. I felt safe hearing it. Who is it? Is he helping me? 

“What did you say?”

That disgusting old man said, glaring at him. I tried to see who it was but it was so dark where he was standing. I could barely see him. I just hoped he would help me get rid of this old drunkard.

“Forcing a girl who is weak and unwilling to you is not a thing a man should do, even if they are drunk. If they do, they are no better than the trash.”

Every of his words calmed me down but not for that man. His breathing became faster and sharper as he seemed more irritated after hearing them, “Fuck you, asshole. Get lost! It is none of your business.”

I didn’t know should I thank the man in the dark or curse him. The old man was no longer in the steady state and he continued his way back to me with his look scarier than before.

Lord! Someone help me!

Fears again rose inside me while my body continued to freeze like the same. My legs wouldn’t move no matter how I wanted to run away from this. He was coming closer and I was here like a statue, not moving even for an inch.

Suddenly, he was thrown aside in front of me and ended up lying on the floor with his chest facing it.

“It is you that need to get lost.”

The man in the dark was now in front of me, replacing that old man and looking down at him. I was on the verge of fainting as I hugged myself tightly. My vision started more blurry and I couldn’t see the situations clearly. Dizziness was killing me for real and I seriously wanted to breathe some fresh air.

That old man scared me to death just now and all I wanted to do was to leave this place as soon as possible and sleep the night away. Moreover, it felt so suffocating here and I didn’t think I could stay awake if I had to hang around for longer.

“Son of the bitch!”

Finally, he walked away after cursing my savior loudly.

Phew! He is gone.

My legs instantly weakened and I crouched down on the floor. I couldn’t stand anymore. It felt so tiring to do.

“Are you alright?”

He also crouched down to my level and covered my back with his coat. I was at this moment like a numb. I couldn’t move or talk either. So, I nodded, assuring him that I am fine.

“Let’s leave here first.”

I didn’t know where he was going to take me to. I didn’t even know whether he is good or bad guy but I followed him. My instinct told me that he wasn’t bad judging from the words he said back there and I could trust him. Also, there was something with him that made me feel safe and secure like I felt with my dad when he is around. Who is he exactly?

Although my eyesight wasn’t good enough to view things clearly, I glanced at him. I wanted to know who. My curiosity was rising with the time and I couldn’t wait until I get better.

His two strong arms were supporting me as we stepped out of that dark and dangerous place. I was still nauseous and dizzy. I couldn’t walk properly but with him holding me firmly beside, I was able to do so without a fall. He carefully took me to a place which was so bright that I wobbled with both of my eyes went shut immediately.

“Hey, are you okay? Wait here, I will find you some water.” He gently put me down on a soft mattress that seemed to be sofa and left. I didn’t know where I was right now. My head felt like it was going to explode anytime.

Argh! What a worse feeling!

I slowly stroked my temples in the circular motion, attempting to ease the pain I was feeling. There wasn’t many people around as I looked around after recovering from the sudden light attack. This place was big and also quiet comparing to that nightclub we left. It was much better. The suffocation I felt back there was completely healed since I rested here for a while. My headache also seemed to start reducing as I caressed the temples with my eyes close.

“Have you calm down? Here is the water. Are you alright?”

A voice that was the same as my savior appeared in front of me that I opened my eyes as quickly as ever. I couldn’t wait to find out who he was.

With one of his knees bent, he lowered himself below my eye level, “Are you okay?”

Whaaaaaaat!

My body went stiffened as soon as I saw his face. It was him, the one with the perfect and gorgeous face. He saved me.

I was tongue tied. I couldn’t believe it was him. He helped me out of all those people in the club and it was like those cliché scene in the romantic novels where the protagonist was saved by a handsome male lead. Oh Lord! I never imagined it would actually happen to me someday. This was such a surprise.

I should say something back to him like thanking but I couldn’t. His flawless face was again hypnotizing me as I stared at him. My eyes couldn’t even blink. He looked more handsome now that there was brighter light and also, I had the closer view of him.

“Miss, are you okay?”

He repeated his question and at the same time, he grabbed both of my arms and shook me a little.

“Yes, I am. I am fine. I am okay.” I jabbered, shifting my gaze away from him. It was such an embarrassing thing to do and I felt like hiding and running away from him as far as possible. I didn’t even know him and yet, I was ogling at him too much.

God! What was happening to me? I seemed to lose control of myself after going inside that club. No way! I needed to stay alert. I didn’t want to embarrass myself anymore.

“Good, do you want some water?”

Handing me a bottle of water, he stood up suddenly but it was just to settle himself beside me. I was startled for a moment. His body came closer when he rose up in front of me but I didn’t know what he was going to do. So, I stayed still though my heart was beating crazily inside my ribcage. I guessed his knee were hurt from crouching down for a long time.

“It is okay,” I said, lowering my head a little, “Thank you, sir. You really helped me back there. If you didn’t, I don’t know what he would do to me. I don’t even dare to imagine what would happen. You saved me, sir. Thank you so much.”

It was truth. I sincerely thanked him for saving me. I was so afraid that the old man would sexually harass me as I couldn’t fight him back and escape. I was no match for him.

He was stronger than me but this handsome guy came here and saved me. If he didn’t or wasn’t there at that time, I was sure I would no longer be pure by now. I might have lost my virginity.

“No need to thank me that much! It is an honor for me too, to save such a beautiful damsel in distress like you. I am more than willing to help you anytime.” He replied, smiling a little. It was such a beautiful scenario that I couldn’t help staring at him again for God know how many times it had already been. He was seriously attractive. I could stare at his face for the whole day without doing anything. His face was such a masterpiece.

“But, I really thank you for that, sir. I mean it.”

Although it was nothing for him and he helped me out of whim, it mean a lot to me. I would never forget about this in my entire life. I would always be grateful for it.

“Okay, I will accept your gratitude but in one condition,” he finally agreed after a few seconds of thinking. My mind was instantly delighted. I was so happy that he accepted. I still didn’t know what his condition is but I would do everything he ask for as long as it was within my capability, “Which is?”

“Vincent!” he blurted out of nowhere that confused my thoughts. I was thinking that he would ask me out for a lunch or dinner or something like that but this made me perplexed.

“Pardon me?”

A giggle escaped from his lips before he started explaining what he mean to me, “I want you to call me by my name, not sir. I felt old hearing that. My name is Vincent. So, call me by my name.”

Nodding my head a little, “I see, then thank you for your help, Vincent,” I answered while smiling brightly at him. Never in my mind had I imagined, he would ask me that. It was such an easy favor that I would do if I knew his name. He didn’t even need to ask me for that. Lord! He is indeed like an angel, isn’t he?

“You’re welcome, miss …,” he trailed, waiting for me to continue.

“Jenny!” I beamed, “My name is Jenny Rowen. You can call me Jenny or Jen.”

“Okay … Then, Jenny. It was nice to meet you.”

The way he pronounce my name was like the others, simple but my heart skipped a beat listening to it. I didn’t know why I felt like that. In my ears, his voice calling my name was so fascinating that made me startled and excited.

“Me too, Vincent. It was nice meeting you, my savior.”

Yes, it is good meeting you and I wish I could see you again in the future.

I want to know you more.

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Chapter 3

Jenny’s POV

Vincent

It had been two weeks since I last met him at the bar and I couldn’t stop thinking about him. He was always in my mind, disturbing my thoughts and making me imagine what he was doing these days.

I thought back the day I first met him. It was such an unforgettable day for me as I got to see and experience the things I had never done before. That day was literally full with many memories which were both good and bad.

I regretted going to that bar before meeting him because it wasn’t to my liking and moreover, there was that drunkard who tried to harass me. It was the unfortunate thing to encounter and I felt like dying from the disgust when he came closer to me but Vincent came in rescue.

He appeared suddenly like those prince charming in the fairytales and saved me from the old pervert. My mind changed immediately at the sight of him. I was glad that I went there. He totally replaced my sour memories with the wonderful ones.

God! He is making me crazy.

Despite his handsomeness, he was really a nice guy. He told me a lot of jokes when I was calming myself and recovering from the fright I had just now. At first, I didn’t know why he was doing like this and thought of him as weird but after a few minutes of listening to them, I realized it. He was just telling them to reduce my nervousness and make me comfortable.

We were having a great chat until Bri called and asked me anxiously where I was. She was so worried that I was nowhere to be found. She thought I was in trouble and she was searching for me all over the places inside the bar.

At that time, I completely forgot Bri was still there. I was so immersed in the conversation with Vincent that I couldn’t bring myself to end it. He was a good talker and he didn’t make the talk awkward or bored.

I assured her that I was fine and told her my current location which she replied with a scream, “What!"

I was at the lobby of the nearby hotel that time and that made her worried more I guessed. She then rushed to me and checked my body from head to toe. I couldn’t even resist her. She shook and turned my body numerously that the dizziness came back to me but I managed to control it.

I explained everything to her after she seemed to be calmed down a little and introduced Vincent to her. She also thanked him like I did but he didn’t accept it. Instead, he asked her to take me home quickly as I looked pale in his eyes.

We then bid farewell and returned home. On our way back, Bri couldn’t stay still and examine whether I was hurt or not again and again. She was still concerned though I said I am okay. She also swore that she would never take me to the bar or nightclub again. She was already regretted about it and apologized to me.

I quickly rejected it. It wasn’t her fault and she didn’t need to feel sorry to me. It was just me being unlucky to run into that old man but I was also glad that I met him. Because of him, I got to know Vincent. If not, I wouldn’t have this chance to talk to him and ended up with just looking at him from afar.

Bri wasn’t satisfied. She blamed herself for leaving me alone and her phone. She accidentally left it at the bar and when she noticed it was missing, she went back to retrieve. She thought it would be okay since it would only take a few minutes to do and she would be back in time but everything happened in the blink of the eye.

Although I assured her I am fine, she was stubborn. She couldn’t be persuaded and at last, I had to accept her apology. She was always difficult to deal with apart from Papa. She and Papa were the only person in this world who I couldn’t win against anytime.

“Good afternoon, my lady,” A familiar husky voice came into my ears as I was preparing to draw what I was thinking last night. Lately, I had been getting a lot of ideas for the paintings that I couldn’t seem to stop them. My hands were itching and I felt like painting all the time.

Argh! It is all because of Vincent.

His amazing perfect face was giving me inspirations that I couldn’t help and paint them out. I wanted to control myself not to imagine about him but I failed. His face popped out every time I tried to divert my thoughts.

I turned around to see who was it and like I expected, it was William, my most trusted bodyguard, my best friend beside Bri, and also my non blood related brother. We had known each other since I was born and like Bri, he had always been with me. 

He was two years older than me and so, he acted like a brother to me and Bri. He took care of us when other bodyguards of mine couldn’t. We were under his protection especially during our school days but after he graduated from high school, he couldn’t stay with us. He had to go abroad to study business management.

Because of this, we rarely saw each other. He tried his best to meet with us but he couldn’t do so except for the holidays and sometimes, in weekends. Now, he was still busy, working at his dad’s company right after his graduation.

His dad transferred all his rights as soon as he started working there because he wanted to retire and spend more time with his wife and travel the world. So, he had no free time to hang around. He had to adjust himself at the company and familiar with the works.

“You too, Will. Good afternoon,” I replied with a smile, “What brings you here, Mr. busy bee?”

A chuckle escaped from his lips as he came near me and grabbed both of my hands, “It is because of you, my princess. I am sorry I couldn’t make it to your graduation. I promised that I would but I am really sorry. That old man was loitering around so much that I had to delay my flight.”

The cheerful emotions on his face instantly changed, mention about it. He told me last month that he had to go to New York because of a deal his dad wanted him to get and he was afraid he couldn’t make it in time and ended up missing my graduation but I assured him that he will.

He was right now sighing with both of his brows knitted together. He looked really sad looking at me. I didn’t know how to console him. He was blaming himself for not coming while I was totally okay with that. I knew he was busy so I didn’t mind that he couldn’t make it but he wasn’t like this.

Gently, I caressed his hands and hugged him a little, “It is okay. No need to apologize. I understand. So, how is your work? Did you get the deal?”

“Yes! I did,” he said as I parted from him, “He is so difficult to deal with and moreover, he didn’t trust me. He said he didn’t believe young people and I had to persuade him with many ways. That was totally like hell. I didn’t even want to think about it again.”

I could see his distress clearly from his voice. That dealer must have been really bad to make him say this way. Normally, he wasn’t like this. He didn’t nag about his work no matter how hard it was. He was a hardworking person and I could even say he was better worker than Papa. Papa didn’t seem to work much as he was at home almost all the time.

“But, you succeed at last. Congratulations.” 

That was the only thing I was able to think at this moment. I wasn’t good at comforting people but I always ended up doing that. I couldn’t just sit and watch my loved ones suffering.

“Thank you, Jen. You too, congratulations on your degree,” he answered, beaming at me. His face no longer had that sadness aura he was wearing a while ago. He was back to being the cheerful guy that I knew.

I smiled brightly at him. It was nice to see him happy like this, “You’re welcome.”

“Have you had lunch?” he asked as I was about to continue what I was doing before he arrived. I thought for a moment. I was certain he would scold me if I say no and asked me out for the lunch. But, it would be the same if I say yes too. He would still ask me out to have afternoon tea.

What should I do? Should I tell him the truth or not?

I didn’t want to go out now. My hands were aching to draw so much that I couldn’t wait anymore. I had a hunch that if I went out at this time, I wouldn’t be back until the sunsets. So, I wasn’t in the mood for going out.

I glanced at him. It would be hard to reject his offer no matter what. He always acted like what he said and I couldn’t win against him. I guessed it was better to say the truth, “Not yet. I am not hungry right now.”

As expected, he exclaimed and started fussing with me, “What! It is already one pm. You need to eat your meals regularly. Come on, let’s go have some. It is my treat.”

He was already dragging me regardless of whether I agreed to or not. He wouldn’t care about it anyways and I had to give up eventually, “Okay.”

“What do you want to eat?”

He was the only one here who was enthusiastic about the lunch. My mind had left me since I gave in and at present, I was in daze, pondering about when I could even had proper time to draw.

“I don’t know,” I replied weakly. I truly didn’t want to leave the house but I guessed I had no choice. Even if I said I would eat at home, he wouldn’t let me do anything for sure unless he was convinced that I was full and couldn’t eat anymore.

“Choose one. I am fine with everything.”

He was always like this, demanding me to choose every time we went out and it really annoyed me. I was also fine with everything but he insisted me to decide. It was such a frustrating thing to do and I selected whatever I had in my mouth that time.

“Then, how about Italian?”

“Okay, let’s go.”

He continued dragging me out of my studio which was also my room. My room had two sections, one was the normal master bedroom and the other one was my workplace. Most of my time were spent here and this was my most favorite place in this house. It was my heaven. But now, I was dragged out by Will to have a lunch. 

“Wait, I need to change my clothes.”

I quickly stopped him after seeing what I was wearing right now. I was still in my pajamas and it wouldn’t be good to go out with this. Moreover, I was sure he would go to some fancy restaurant or maybe a hotel.

I didn’t even dare to imagine what would happen if I went there in this. Probably, I would die of embarrassment before I could have my lunch.

“I see, I will wait downstairs,” he nodded and released me from his grip. I didn’t waste any time and rushed towards my walk in closet. I had to hurry up so that I could come home early and have some time left to draw.

“Got it!”

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We then went to the restaurant which we usually go for the meals. That place wasn’t far away from my home and in addition, it had variety of foods, Russian, Italian, American and even Japanese. So, we chose this place most of the time.

The foods here were delicious and also the service. It was beyond good. The owner knew us and she gave free desserts or sometimes the new dishes every time we dined in. It was a one of the popular high end restaurant here but to us, it doesn’t look like this. It felt like home to me and I was comfortable eating here unlike the others which made me act prim and proper all the time.

Will was now ordering the dishes I like most when it came to Italian while I did nothing but glanced around. There were only few people here and I guessed it was because the lunch time was already passed. Normally, it was packed with people. The price here weren’t so expensive and unreasonable that most of people came to eat.

“What do you want to drink, Jen?” he asked, snapping me out of my imaginary world. I thought for a second. I wanted to drink hot coca but it wouldn’t be good with the dishes he ordered. So, I decided it for the later.

“Just water please. I am planning to drink hot coca after this.”

“Okay.”

After that, he continued to chat with me like nonstop, about my future, my career and what I was going to do right now. He seemed unstoppable and I got a huge urge to run away. I didn’t know how to answer his questions. I still couldn’t figure out what to do with my life. Papa said it was okay if I didn’t work and he would support me anyways.

I had never thought about working or the others as I always wanted to draw and paint. It was the only thing I had in my mind. Moreover, I wasn’t good at others especially mathematics. So, it would make me unfit for business.

Currently, I did nothing but draw and sometimes, sold my paintings. It was because of my professor. He liked my drawings so much that he asked me to participate in his art exhibition and I did. I couldn’t deny his proposal and that was the beginning of me selling my works.

Most of the people liked my pieces and they asked me to sell them to us. At first, I didn’t want to because they were my treasures, but after seeing those people appreciating them, I decided to do. I felt that my babies weren’t not only for me to look and adore. It was also for the other people to cherish.

My professor helped me in this field as he had knowledge and plus, he owned a gallery for this. He often held my masterpieces there and advertised them to the others.

I also got projects from some people as they wanted the customized ones. They told me what they want in the painting and I drew it with my style. It became my job lately and I pretty much enjoyed it. I could do it as my career.

We discussed a lot while eating the dishes that were served. Most of the conversation were led by Will and I was just gone with the flow. I didn’t feel like debating and thus, I agreed to every of his opinions. I was glad to see him after a long time but at this moment, I wished to end this meeting as soon as possible.

“I can’t eat anymore. I am full.”

He had been putting every food here in my plate that started to look like a mountain of foods. I couldn’t take it anymore. My stomach felt like it was going to explode any time. I wasn’t a big eater from the beginning and I didn’t eat much normally but today, he made me consume a lot.

“Okay then, do you want hot coca now?” he asked as I shifted my position a little on the seat. My bums started to hurt from sitting for a long time as well as my eyes, they began to droop. I guessed I had too much food.

“No, I don’t have a room for this."

That was right. I couldn’t take anything inside my stomach. What I need right now was a walk. I need to digest everything in me.

“Really?” he thought for a while, “How about we go for a walk and have that later?”

“Okay."

It was the best words he said today. He finally could read my mind.

We then walked to the nearest park which was also the place I go almost every time. That park was silent, peaceful and most of all, it wasn’t packed with people. Only a few people came here and those were mostly the elders, coming here to do exercise.

“Jen, I think I need to go to the company. A problem came up just now and I need to solve it.” he said, panicking a little. That must be really a huge problem. He didn’t look like himself anymore. He was messing his hair too much as he stared at me.

I smiled, “I see. Go ahead, no need to worry about me. I will be fine by myself. There is also Bob and Louis nearby. So, just go. Don’t worry about me.”

I didn’t want to give more burden to him. His work was more important compared to what we were doing at this time.

“I am sorry, Jen. See you later.”

“See you.”

With that, he left and I continued to walk my way inside the park. It was only half past three but the sun wasn’t seen anywhere. The clouds completely covered it and the surrounding was like the evening, dim and gloomy.

I walked while enjoying the environment and breathing the cold air that was currently blowing. The atmosphere was really pleasant and it didn’t take a long time to digest the food I ate. I felt like drinking hot coca just after fifteen minutes of strolling around. So, I went to the drinks trolley I saw a moment ago and grabbed a hot chocolate.

I was having fun, drinking hot chocolate and viewing the scenery when Bri messaged me to help her choose the dress. She said she had a blind date tonight and she didn’t know what to wear. She was too excited for that and she wanted me to select one for her.

I didn’t know why she wanted me to do that. She knew I had bad fashion sense but she asked. I warned her I am not good at it but she refused and sent several pictures of her outfits.

God! How am I supposed to choose?

All of the dresses seemed nice and I couldn’t decide which one would look good on her. I zoomed the pictures and examined them closely. I didn’t want her looked bad in front of her date. Bri I knew was always beautiful and fashionable from every angle. So, I wanted to pick the perfect one for her.

My mind was in turmoil, flipping through the photos she sent. It was such a difficult task that I even forgot to look if there was a wall or a person ahead as I continued my walk. My eyes as well as all of my senses were fixed on the phone screen and carefully imagining those dresses on Bri.

“Woah!”

What? Did I bump into someone?

I was instantly flustered. I didn’t notice someone was in front of me and what was more, I didn’t remember I was holding a cup full with hot chocolate which was now spilled, “I am sorry. Are you okay?”

I quickly asked and wiped the drink off from his hand while as well putting my phone inside the bag I was carrying. I was glad it wasn’t that hot and he was wearing a leather jacket. So, I could say he wouldn’t get burn from this. Also, it was easy for me to remove those stains.

“I am fine,” he replied and this time, his voice made me flustered more. It really sounded familiar to me. It was the same as him, Vincent but I didn’t dare to assume. I could be wrong. After all, I only met him once.

Slowly, I rose my head and glanced at him. My mind was hoping it was Vincent and that hope came true. He was staring down at me with a smile that held amusement on his face,

“We meet again, Jenny.”

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