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18|Thoughts

A M I R A L U C I A N O

We got back home to the mansion. I ran upstairs immediately.

I collapsed on my bed and screamed into my pillow.

I turned over and just looked at the ceiling. I felt Vincent jump on the bed with me, laying right next to me.

I pet him, gave him all the scratches he deserved. I missed him so much.

There was so much going on in my head.

First, I got half naked in front of him and he watched me. Second I cuddled him. Third I fucking made out with him.

It's not just that, I was straddled on his lap. Everyone at the restaurant probably thinking I'm dating him now.

My father and Pierre were not in the mansion. They were out doing a meeting or something.

I was kinda relieved because I don't really feel like facing him right now.

I haven't really done any exercises in a while. I decided to go downstairs to gym. It's best I do some martial fighting.

I got dressed in a black sports bra and matching shorts.

I grabbed my water bottle and headed downstairs.

Axel and Liam were actually talking in the living room while Vivian was making herself a snack.

I walked myself to the gym, only to see Magnus lifting enormous weights.

It took me some time to stop looking, then I quickly walked off.

I know the kiss was just an act but how it felt wasn't. Every time I looked at him, I was reminded of our moment.

I walked off into the corner of the gym, where the mat was.

I first stretched before practicing any moves.

I started to practice my posture and techniques.

I don't know why, but I felt a bit stiff. Maybe it's because I haven't practiced for a bit.

"Shoot.." I let out a gasp and fell back.

I really need to practice more.

I heard distant steps behind me. It was Magnus.

"So you've been practicing martial arts all these years, only to fall back?" He raised an eye brow.

"It was just an accident. Don't act like you're any better." I rolled my eyes and stood up.

I was getting ready to do my next move, when I fell back again.

Before I hit the ground, I was caught by strong hands. One wrapped around my waist, and the other held on to my hand.

"Get up." Magnus said as I did.

"Stand here. Put your right leg forward." I did exactly that.

I felt his chest press against my back. I felt something. It shouldn't affect me but I felt my cheeks flush with redness. Our closeness just felt... good?

At this point, I would take any constructive criticism. I noticed I was struggling and it was embarrassing. I've never really done this bad.

I felt his chest at my back. His arms came around my waist as he placed my hands.

"Keep this stance. Have your chin up and shoulders back. When your ready, lean back on your left leg, switch to your right, and kick up with your left." he was saying so many things at once, though, I kept my ears open.

"Once you do that, keep your back straight, but tuck your arms and hands in to your chest. Your power comes from your legs." Magnus adjusted my posture.

He gave me a nod. I did exactly what he said, and did the move perfectly.

I was shocked, and not shocked at the same time.

I didn't know if it would work, but considering he also does martial arts, it made sense.

"Still trash because you're doing it, but better cause I taught you. Maybe I'm a better teacher that any of your instructors." He tilted his head.

Clearly he wanted to make me mad in some kind of way.

"I would've figured it out just fine without your help. This doesn't make you a better fighter than me. I just haven't practiced in a bit." I said before taking a sip of my water.

"Keep telling yourself that." He then walked away, leaving me in the lonely room.

I decided that I've done enough for today. I headed upstairs, then froze in my spot. I saw-

"Papá?" I said in shock.

"Amira, How dare you not say anything about what happened last night. You were almost attacked!!" Papá slammed his hands on the table.

"I was going to tell you.. I just needed time." I said shakily.

"Time? We have no time! The Americans are already starting the war!" Papá spat.

"Uncle.. it's alright. She's back home and safe. She fought them off well. Now we can finally attack on them." Axel defended me.

"Yes. We have a bigger army now that the mafias have come together. That means we have more weapons too." Vivian tried to a plain the brighter side.

Papá just let out a deep sigh.

"Amira, please go to your room." Papá shooed me away.

I just listened. It's not like I wanted to be there any ways. It I was still there, Papá would just lecture me.