(ON HOLD) BEFORE I MET HIM

CHAPTER 32

"Hello," I said back, staring at him.

"Can I sit?," He asked me.

Oh!.

"Uh, umm yeah," I said.

"Okay", he sat down slowly, as if he was modeling for a sitting pretty company.

I looked around and there were still some empty seats. Why did he choose to come and sit here?
Well, let's see what he is up to.

"I am Steve," he said, smiling sweetly at me.

Oh, should I tell him my name or a fake name? I wish Freya was here to save my ass. I think I should tell him a fake name because Freya told me there will be spies here and Luke is still outside hale, healthy, and kicking.

"I am Anna," I said, smiling at him.

"Nice name, is it Annabelle or Annabella?" He asked.

Why does he want to know the full name? He is up to something.

"Annabella," I said.

"Beautiful, your name suits you according to you. You are beautiful," He said sweetly.

"Thanks," I said, giving him a fake smile.
Why didn't I feel butterflies when he was complimenting me? Instead, I was feeling like he should just let me be.

"Why would a pretty girl like sitting alone?" he asked.

Okay, he is asking too much already.
Argggg!!!

"I came with my friend, she went to sort something out, she will be back soon, "I said, sipping my wine.

"Okay, that's nice, can we be friends? I would love to be friends with a pretty girl like you," He said.

"Ohh," was my reply.
"I don't think we can be friends," I said.

"Why can't we be,?" He asked, facing me.

I flipped my hair sideways and faced him also. I don't know why I got the courage to do that but I can't do that with Xavier, "Because we can't," I said boldly.

"Oh, wow I like females like you and I also like taking challenges," He said smiling.

What does he mean?

I Ignored him as I kept my face straight.

"I don't want to anger you, common baby girl, just friends, that's all. I am not asking for anything," he said.

I was getting irritated already.

"Can I have your digits,?" He said bringing out his phone.

Oh, digits I laughed inside of me, you are asking for a phone number from someone that has never had a phone before. Funny.
Of course, I can't let him know I don't have a phone. It will raise suspicion.

"Even nature doesn't want us to be friends, I didn't bring my phone along with me," I said, licking my bottom lips.

"You forgot your phone,?" He asked me to be sure of what he heard.

"Yes, I did," I said.

"Are you for real right now?" He scoffed at me.
"What are you? A twelve-year-old kid? Forgetting your phone?" He said.

Honestly, I got pissed already. The fact he mentioned an age that is very sensitive to me and the fact that he is scolding me just the first time we met is a big red flag.

I ignored him as I continued sipping my drink.

"Are you ignoring me right now? He said the tone of his voice showed he was pained.

I didn't say anything, I am looking for a way to stand upright to just take a stroll rather than just sitting with this nuisance.

I haven't had much experience with guys, but the little things I see and hear from people make me know what is wrong and right. Of course, I am 20 and not 12, and this guy here irritates me.

The way his look is piercing through my side view right now is disgusting. There was a little distraction from Steve's side. I looked to this side then I saw a figure standing close to him, giving him a cold look.

The look on Steve's face shows he was intimidated by Xavier's appearance. I wasn't expecting Xavier to come tho but it's good he came at least he can save me from this stupid ass and wait..an idea just came into my head what if I use Steve to make Xavier jealous?

I was about to play my act but to my disappointment, Steve was already up on his feet, was he scared that much?

"Erm it's nice meeting you Annabella, maybe some other time," He said with a shaking voice.

"Okay Steve," I said, smiling sweetly at myself.
My eyes caught Xavier's and the look he gave me that moment, to be honest, I shivered inside of me, and my smiling face shifted back to a straight one. I quickly shifted my gaze to the glass cup staring at it as if it was entertaining me.

"Annabella now?" His deep voice said, my heart raced the moment I heard his voice.
I am really happy he is this close to me, although I am mad at him I will try and play hard like the way Freya taught me. I guess this is the time to use some of Freya's skills on him.

I ignored him, still focusing my attention on the glass cup. He sat down beside me still staring at me.

"You look beautiful," He said sweetly.
Gosh! Just! Oh my God! I was blushing hard this time around. I couldn't hide it.

Still, I didn't say anything. My hair fell on my shoulder covering my side face, making him not see my face.

I felt his hand on my hair as he gently tucked it beside my ear. I don't think I can hold this silent treatment any longer.

"Ava, I am sure you know I am here, are you ignoring me or am I making you uncomfortable? Should I leave..." I cut him off.

"No," I said sharply.

"No what,?" He asked.

"No nothing, "I said, facing the ground.

"Then let's talk," he said.

"We are already," I said slowly.

"Attention on me Ava," he said.

Immediately I turned to face him, it was like I was waiting for the words to be said. Can't believe I failed to ignore him. He has so many effects on me.

The way he stared at my face slowly, from my eyes down to my-my lips, I felt blood rush to my face. I felt hot at that moment, the look was getting more intense.

"Ava," A voice interrupted us. I looked up to see Xander staring at me.

"How are you doing,?" he asked me, giving his brother some eye movements.

I don't know about other people, but the king brothers are the first siblings I will see that can communicate with each other by just looking at themselves.

"I am doing well," I said.
"You?," I asked giving him a little smile

"I am good, the birthday is soon, it's almost 12, you should move to the front," he said.
Then he looked from me to his brother then back to his brother, he finally settled his eyes on mine.
"By the way you look pretty tonight, someone's son is lucky to stay close to a hottie," He said, winking at me.

Oh.

He left hitting his brother on his shoulder, I hid my smile. Of course, he is lucky to be the first guy I will ever like.

Like?
I think it's love.

"Let's go," He said calmly and authoritatively, holding my hand together.
I felt the shock immediately after my hand touched his, and he smiled at me.

There are so many things I want to ask him, like who is the lady that was with him. But I don't want to push things too far. He can switch within a second. I shouldn't spoil things.

"Shall we,?" He asked.

I nodded.