IN THE EYES OF LOVE: Book 1 (Choi Seungcheol)

12 | Sacrifice pt II

I exhaled softly as the driver holds the door open; I did a double take on the dress before walking inside the Choi villa. The villa was extraordinary; it was a pearl color with a very luxurious decor that swallows it. Making it stand out and scream rich, but elegance is essential. The heels echoing down the hall made goosebumps rise on my arms as the soft music and chattering got louder.

I halt briefly, letting my mind think this through; I let out a small sigh and shake my head as I turn around, wanting nothing more than to leave. "Mitxy," His voice, gosh, his voice made shivers run down my spine. Every time I hear it, my heart flutters a bit. I turn around to see Seungcheol in a black suit. His dark hair was slightly silk back, making him look more attractive, "Bailing on me already, sweetheart?" He asked with a smirk.

I bite my lip, holding back a remark. I roll my eyes and walk over to him, "I was going to, but then I probably shouldn't leave you looking like a fool in front of your family." I said. Seungcheol's smirk disappears, "If you plan to act out—" I let out a small scoff. "As if, you asked for a favor, right? Then I'll gladly do my part if you stop being an ass for the remaining night." I said, Seungcheol rolled his eyes.

I look at the shadow getting closer to us, "Seungcheol, everyone is dying to meet Mitxy; where is she-" A woman in her early twenties stops abruptly. "Wow, you look gorgeous, Seungcheol. Everyone is waiting." The woman said, I smile. "Hi, I'm Stella, Seungcheol's cousin. You're the Mitxy Hong; it's so lovely to meet you finally." Stella said with a smile; I returned the smile. "Hi Stella, you look lovely, may I add," I said. Stella lets out a giggle. Seungcheol furrowed his brow, "Come on, everyone is hoping Seungcheol will finally settle down," Stella said. I look at Seungcheol, his hands tucked into the pockets of his trousers. I follow Stella further down the hall, "What has you twisted up, baby cousin? Shouldn't you be holding Mitxy's hand at a time like this?" Stella asked. I felt relieved that she noticed; I on the other hand wouldn't have said much.

I bite my lip as Stella turns to look at Seungcheol bitterly and crosses her arms, "I see you're still hiding behind that arrogance," She says. I look at Seungcheol; I shake my head lightly. Seungcheol chuckles, "Mitxy is shy upon public affection display," He said. This man has every lie and trick up his sleeves; Stella stole a glance. "But if it makes you feel better and want something to gossip about," Seungcheol said, his distance from me disappears.

His scent intoxicates me, making my mind feel fuzzy. Shivers run down my spine at his soft touch against my waist, "Stella likes to gossip about everyone; don't mind her rudeness about certain things." Seungcheol whispers. I smile sheepishly, "I apologize for my shyness; I'm not used to dating. Seungcheol is, in fact, my first boyfriend." I lie, looking at Stella. Her face displays a look of shock, "Oh I'm sorry, I didn't mean to—" I smile and shake my head. "It's okay," I said, Seungcheol's grip on my waist tightness a bit. 

I felt anxious as we got to the gathering; Mrs. Choi had a grin on her lips. "Mitzy! Oh my god it's so lovely to see you again." Her voice is cheerful as always; I smile as she pulls me into a light hug. "When Seungcheol finally told me about you, I have to admit I was thrilled knowing it was you." Mrs. Choi said, I look at Seungcheol. A smile was on his lips, "Mrs. Choi it's great to see you doing well," I said. Mrs. Choi pulls away, "Please dear call me Mirae, you're no longer a stranger to me." She said. "Don this is Mitxy Hong, that wonderful woman I was telling you about." Mirae said with a smile, a man in his mid-forties steps forward.

I can see where Seungcheol gets his intimidating looks, although Seungcheol has his mother's eyes. "It's good to see my son finally dating," Mr. Choi said. I smile at them. "It's great to meet you all; finally, Seungcheol has always been secretive about his family, and I can see why," I said. Mirae laughed softly. "Gatekeeping us, are we now, Seungcheol," Mirae said, patting Seungcheol's arm, "Well, now it's no secret," Seungcheol said. Mr. Choi nods, "Come, you must meet the rest of the family." He said, extending his hand to his wife. I feel Seungcheol's hand softly against my back. "Your parents are lovely," I whisper, Seungcheol smiles. "Yeah, well I'm glad they're the ones you don't have to worry about." He whispers; I felt more anxious.