FALLING FOR YOU ..

IV - What Was That?

Freen's POV

"What was that?!"-- I facepalmed myself while walking away. I could feel the warmth of my cheeks! Is my face flushed? God.... I can't believe myself..

"What was that, huh?" -- Nam pulled my hand.

I just tried to look away. Who am I kidding? It's Nam. She won't drop a topic that easily.

"Are you flushed Fuzzy? " -- I wish I could wipe away the grin that lightened up her face after that question.

"It's just the heat Nam. We would have left earlier.." -- I walked away hiding my face.

But still... I can still feel my heart racing.. I can feel the warmth of her palm in my palm...

I wish I could turn around... Just go back.. Tell her that 'It was nice meeting her too..'

But I chose my brain.

I waited for Nam to get in and started the engine. I need to reach office fast. I need a distraction.

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"So.. how did it go?" -- Dad's voiced echoed in my ears.

"The meeting was fine. The set is ready. The shoot must have started by now. I will inform you more once I get the updates." -- I replied calmly. But it did distract me then itself. My mind went back to the morning.

Becky Rebecca Patricia Armstrong! Such a heavy name for such a petite girl!

I have seen her pictures before. And may be some movies as well. But what took me off guard was her hazel nut eye colour only.

I touched my palm feeling her warmth once again.. which brought a smile to my face again.

Flashback

"Nam.. I think I may need Heng's help to manage a bit here. Considering the trip I will have to do soon..............." -- My words got interrupted by a gentle fragrance that soothed my nostrils.

I turned towards it and then...

The loose hair strands adorned her heart shaped face.. The light blue striped shirt accentuated the curves. The skinny jeans shows off the long legs. -- And her eyes! hazel nut coloured eyes sparkled like stars! A dimple brightened her wide smile! Then she outstretched her hand to me!

The slender palm with long fingers. Soft - warmth of her palm. I didn't just forget to smile! I forgot to breath!! I didn't even know that I tightened my grip on her palm until Nam pinched my side.

All I could do was run away. As far as possible. Before my heart exploded in some strange feelings!

What was that?!

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Winding up all the works for the day, I got up and took my coat from the chair. I need a drink.

I am restless from the morning. And I know why.

I sat back once again. Opened my laptop and typed away. 'Rebecca Patricia Armstrong.'

Hundreds of pictures of the girl who took away my breath away in the morning. Did she think of me after that meeting? Did she think that I am an arrogant boss?

I just scrolled away for more details. Pages after pages.

Her family owns Armstrong pharmaceuticals. The giant in pharmaceutical sector!

Her dating life! God.. there are names. Not just one. Nat, Gemini, Mike, Nop.....

I can feel my heart burning. Am I jealous? Why should I be jealous?

There there are pictures! Her's with them. I can't differentiate which one is an on-screen picture and which one could be off-screen!

I just closed the laptop with a thud. I hate her!

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02.09.2024