1 + 1 = 3? [Complete]

Chapter 23

"Weird saying this, but aren't you coming in too often nowadays?"

I smile as I heard Dyo's voice while I push the door open. He smile back at me before going about behind the counter, seemingly brewing up another pot of coffee before his attention got back to me.

"I can't serve you coffee today. I'll make a cup of hot chocolate for you."

I arch my eyebrow as I look at him confused. His warm smile still lingering around his lips.

'That's plenty of coffee in that pot, why can't I order that?'

I nodded towards the pot in his hands and he chuckle before placing the pot back down the counter and coming up to me.

"you've been coming in here everyday for the past few weeks. You're probably overdosed with caffeine by now!"

Letting out another chuckle, I gave an awkward chuckle as I realize how he was caring about me. He probably realized it, and he went to the other side of the counter to finish up my drink.

'Thank you, appreciate it.'

I let out as he handed me the cup. He shook his head slightly, the warm smile still on his lips. I never notice it before, but his smile seems to make me feel comfortable. As if there isn't anything that can go too awfully wrong, even when there are things that felt wrong in my life.

"Forget it, on the house. For being a loyal customer."

I heard him saying as I look for change in my wallet. His hands came gently on mine to stop me from searching.

'You've been giving me way too many cups for free'

I pointed out as I slowly lowered my hands away as naturally as I can from his.

"And I insist"

He seems nonchalant about what just took place and smiles even wider as he speaks.

'Well, thanks then..'

I hesitate for awhile before I nodded back at him. I watch as he nodded in agreement, I can't help but to admire how he seems contented and happy everytime I see him. If only I could be like him, why must I complicate things up so much? I tried to cover up my sigh as I wave goodbye to Dyo and made my way out.

"don't buy your coffee here anymore."

I look up from my cup of hot chocolate, startled as I heard the low husky voice from the corner just as the cafe door swayed close behind me.

"Don't get too close to him.."

Chanyeol, as always, confident with his words as he let his back rest against the bricks behind him. I watch as a bitter smile appeared on his lips, as his eyes stared boringly back into mine. I look back into the cafe through the glass, Dyo still going about the counter, obviously busy with the drinks.

'I'll buy my coffee anywhere I like. Why are you even here, still not giving up on that yatch?'

I smile back at him as I straighten my back and push my posture up. I'm tired of how things have unfold between us, I'm not going to let them bother me from now on...not especially if he is still going to bother me around everyday like this.

"I don't want the yatch. I've been telling you this every single time we meet lately. I don't want to win the stupid bet, just...please, just give me one chance to prove myself.."

His voice got even deeper as his gaze darken. I back away a little as he lean dangerously close towards me, still trying to remain my posture.

'Why do you even bother? How do you want to prove yourself?'

I tried clearing my throat before I speak, afraid that my voice would turn squeaky in his presence. He seems to catch on because his lips twitch a little upwards and his eyes lighten up. Looking away, I tried not to be affected by it.

"Everything okay here?"

This time we both look up to find Dyo standing a close distance away. His brow knitted tightly together as he carefully approach us. I've never seen him so tense before.

"This has nothing to do with you."

I heard Chanyeol before I could voice out. I turn around to glare at him. Who does he think he is, being so crude with his words.

"I wasn't asking you. Hanna, everything okay?"

This time I was a little startled when Dyo hold onto my arms, turning me around to face him. I wanted to turn back around to check on Chanyeols reaction but forced myself not to. So instead, I smile lightly at Dyo and nodded my head to ensure him everything is fine.