Subtle Love ~ C.E. (FIRST BOOK)

What's The Hold up?

"Well, I really just wanted to spend the weekend with you. I haven't seen you in so long Bennett." "I know and I'm sorry for not coming to see you. I feel terrible." "Girl, don't be. You've been busy making movies and living your life. Trust me, it's fine. You always call me and text me anyways. Now if you didn't do that, I'd come drag your ass back to Queens myself." "Of course you would." I smiled to myself and heard a light knocking at my door. "Can I come in real quick?" Chris asked, "Yeah, come right in." He walks in and brought in my favorite chips and soda. "Ruffles!!! Ouu, and you brought Dr. Pepper." I pouted and had puppy eyes while I went to hug him, "Thanks bug." "You're welcome love, I'll let you guys catch up. I'm gonna go home and I'll pick you up Early Monday morning and go to the airport." He looks at Krystal and says, "Oh and happy early birthday." He lightly placed his hand on her shoulder and left the room. "I will never wash my shoulder." She said amazed, "The airport? Where are you guys going? And bug?!?" "Well, we have a week off and he paid for a trip for us to go to Jamaica. All inclusive. And it's just a nickname." "JAMAICA?!? Oh, that man loves you. What's the hold up with you two?" "He does not Krystal, you're being over dramatic." "Y/N. A man does not pay for a whole all inclusive trip to Jamaica for just anyone. Come on, are you seriously telling me you've never considered that he likes you or even possibly loves you?" "I mean...not until now. But I think he would've told
me." "Maybe. Anyways, let's just go to your house. I'm kinda exhausted. We'll talk more tomorrow about it." We left and drove to my house and we did what me and Chris usually do. We ate, watched movies, and fell asleep on the couch.

Chris's POV
I am a nerve racking mess right now. Once I got home, I packed my bags for Monday. I like to get things prepared in advance just in case there are any issues. I kept thinking back to the scene we did today and I wish it was real. Hopefully it will be during this trip. Not saying that's all I want because there's so much more to her but, I just want to kiss her for real. Hold her like it's my last time I'm gonna be with her. And just treat her like the Queen that she is. I want to ask her to be my girlfriend but, I feel like she might say no. Let me call Seb.

*Ring, Ring, Rin-*
"Hello?" "Hey, Seb. Can I get some advice?" "Uh, sure. What's up? Wait, this better not be about-" "Yes, it is." "Chris. Just ASK HER OUT! You've been busting your balls for months about your love for her, just tell her. I'm telling you, you will feel relieved when you do." "Maybe you're right...." "I know I'm right." "Such a smart ass, always been." "You know it." I laugh and relax myself, "Well, since the cast has a break coming up next week, I planned a trip for y/n and I to Jamaica. I'm gonna ask her to be my girlfriend." "There you go champ, making a move! Now, you gotta show her that charm." "Yeah I'm hoping to, I made sure everything is set. I called the people down at the resort to set up a special small beach dinner the last night we're staying." "Ouu, fancy." "Haha, yeah. And I already got my bag packed." "Your bag is already packed? Dude, it's Friday." "Gotta be prepared-" "In advance. Yeah. I know." He starts laughing and sighs, "You're such a dork." "Says the one who read every Harry Potter book." "They're interesting! They're so under appreciated, I'm telling you." "I know, you tell me every chance you get. But thanks for talking me down." "No problem, let me know how things go." "Alright, talk to you later." I hung up and sat down to turn on the tv and relax a bit before I send Krystal's birthday gift. I know I don't know her that well but, I thought it would be nice to send a little something over. I also wanted to ask her and y/n to come with me to a charity event at an opera that I'm hosting tomorrow night, hopefully they say yes."

*Fast Forward To Saturday Morning*

Y/N's POV
I flickered my eyes open to look around and see myself on the couch along with Krystal completely knocked out. Then I remembered, it's her birthday!! And my living room was a complete mess. I looked at my phone and it was 10 am so, I got up and started to clean around. Krystal has always been a deep sleeper so as long as a bomb doesn't go off, I think I'll be good. After I cleaned, I started making chocolate chip pancakes and added bananas with syrup. Then, I got a candle from my kitchen cabinet to light it and I slowly walked to her. I got a pillow and threw it at her. Nothing. I yelled her name and pretended there was a fire. Nada. So, I placed the pancakes lightly on the table so the flame won't go out and grabbed the megaphone in my coat closet. Don't ask me why I have these things, I just do. I turn it on and say, "WAKE UP HOE!" She jolts up as I quickly grab the plate and she smiled at me with glee. I sung happy birthday to her and she blew out her candles. I grabbed my phone and said, "Stay in that position, let me take a picture." She did as I asked and I posted it with a caption saying, "She woke up like this....and 28!" The picture already began to blow up with likes and comments so, I put my phone away. I hugged her and said, "Happy birthday Kyrs (pronounced like Chris)!! What do you want to do today?" As soon as I finished my sentence, I heard my doorbell ring. I walk to the door and there was a man holding a huge gift basket tied with balloons with candy, cookies, and fruits in the middle. It was like Edible Arrangements but with more sweets. I suspected it was for Krystal so, I told the man thank you and closed the door to go give it to her. "I think this is for you." "Me? From who?" She takes the basket and reads the small card attached to it. "It's from Chris! Oh my gosh, this birthday just got 100x better." I laughed and felt a warmth in my heart. That was sweet of him. "To Krystal, From Chris. Hey Krystal, I heard it was your birthday! So, I sent you some sweets. I hope you like them! I hope you're not allergic to peanut butter (there's some cookies with that stuff). But once again, Happy Birthday! Have a great one and I hope to see you later tonight." She had a confused but excited look on her face, "What does he mean, see me later tonight??" "I'm not su-" My phone rang and of course, it was Chris. "Hello?" "Hey y/n. Can you put me on speakerphone?" "Sure..." I put him on speakerphone and he continued to talk, "Okay, did Krystal get the gift basket I sent over?" Krystal grabbed the phone from my hand and replied, "Yes, I did!! Thank you so much Chris!!" "It's no problem at all. I know you're probably confused by what I meant when I said 'see you later tonight'" "Yes, very much." I said, "Well, I hope you're not too busy but, there's this charity event that I'm hosting at an opera and I would like it if you two accompanied me." "THE OPERA?!? IS HE A MIND READER Y/N??" I laugh and I can feel that Chris is confused, "How am I a mind reader again?" "She loves the opera. She loves how the voices and instruments echo throughout the whole place. If she could, she would live there." "You bet your ass I would! Thank you again Chris!!! I don't know what else to say but thanks!!" "It's my pleasure Krystal. So, I'm guessing that's a yes." "If that's what the birthday girl wants, that's what she gets. The problem is, we don't have anything to wear." I always go to these types of events but the ones weekend that I dry clean all my fancy dresses, is the day that I need them. "So, I'm guessing you didn't get the second gift yet?" "What second gif-" And you can guess, the doorbell rang again. I go to open it and there were two big boxes. I take them, shut the door, and place them on the table. "They just got here. We're about to open them now." I say as I sit back down on the couch. Each box had our name on it so, I gave Krystal's hers and I place mine on my lap. We open them together and there were beautiful long dresses that had a long tail. Mines was a beautiful Ruby red and Krystal's was a periwinkle blue. And under them laid heels to match.

"Oh my god, Chris! How did you even know our sizes?!" I said amazed, "Well, I pulled a few strings and did some digging. I already knew yours because of the things you wear on set but, I mainly did the digging for Krystal." "Is this even real life right now?!" I laughed at Krystal freaking out and so did Chris. I'm not gonna lie, even I was surprised. "I hope you guys like them-" "LIKE? I LOVE IT!! THIS IS THE BEST BIRTHDAY EVER!! Maybe I should've came to L.A. a loooong time ago." Chris and I laugh at her comment and he says, "I'm so glad that you like them. Enjoy your day and I'll see you guys tonight." He hung up and Krystal started jumping on the couch like a kid on Christmas. She grabbed the shoes and screamed, "I'm literally gonna look like Cinderella!! Y/N, these are Jimmy Choos!! These are probably around $4,000!! And this is what he does for a person he barely knows?!? Imagine what he'll do for you." I smile at her while shaking my head and I look at mine. It was gorgeous. The dress was absolutely stunning and I could not believe that Chris did all this for Krystal. He is so generous. He's making it even harder for me. Whenever I think about him, I get this deep feeling in my heart and it's really hard to even explain. It's like saying I have butterflies in my stomach but wayyyy more intensified. I didn't think this day would come. I'm a little afraid to say what I'm thinking but....I think I'm in love.