Catching Dreams, Chasing You

CHAPTER 16

Safe Place Cafe seemed to be so important for the both of them so we'll meet there in the afternoon. I woke early- very unusual because I played with Antoine and slept so late. Maybe too excited for this.

A little nervous though- I haven't told Seb about this matter. All of my friends already knew it so I kind of felt bad for not telling him. I don't know why. I meant to tell him first...

I do some random and trivial matters while trying to pass time. I got bored so before lunch time I travelled to the cafe. I can work while waiting for them.

"The Queen is bored in the house." Sir Wen teased me but he's happy at the same time because he needs to do some things. He can leave now.

"No extra pay. The exchange was easing your boredom." I rolled my eyes on him. So stingy boss. I told him to be back before 3 PM because Ms. Audrey and Mr. Jacob will probably be here by that time.

"You look happy. Your skin was... shining. Did you put make-up on?" Seb commented after taking a glance at me. He's currently washing the dishes.

"Yeah. Does it look bad?" I asked.

"No, you're gorgeous." He answered without even taking another look. I leaned against the concrete near the sink.

"Hey... I know that I am gorgeous but the girl you like might get jealous if you're always mentioning how gorgeous I am." I said sarcastically.

"If she is you, will you get jealous?"

"Deeply jealous. I will not talk to you. I want to be the only girl who's gorgeous in my man's eyes."

"Ahhh.. She'll get jealous. You're right, shorty."

"Stop calling me shorty. I am going to be-" I stopped in realisation. He doesn't even know yet. My mouth is to blame. I almost said it.

He looked at me, "Be what?" I shrugged my shoulders.

"So who do you like?" I asked without thinking. Shit. He shrugged his shoulders and splashed me with the foams from the sink.

"Seb!" I complain. Wiping the liquid in my face and arms. "Childish." He was smiling like crazy when I got irritated.

He gestured at me that I still had something on my face but I couldn't understand the directions he was pointing.

He stepped closer to me. "Silly, it's over here." He said and he wiped the dirt on my cheeks using his thumb. I was dumbfounded because of what he did. My cheeks feel like it's burning. I hope it doesn't turn red like a tomato or else I will be in huge embarrassment.

After hours, Sir Wen came back before they arrived.

I was sitting in front of Ms. Audrey and Mr. Jacob, a little nervous by their looks.

I was amazed with Ms. Audrey's smile, "I'm glad you agreed!" She said, excitedly.

"Her looks and vibes were perfect for the role. You're just- what I imagined." I could see the crystals in her eyes while complimenting me.

"Miss.."

"Aster. Asteria Vega Suarez." I introduced myself.

"Aster... Here's the thing. You will have to take acting classes and training that the production team will arrange. You're new to this field and I want everything the best for this movie. You might go under too much pressure. Are you sure you're ready for this?" Mr. Jacob asked, sounding like a serious and strict businessman.

"He's the producer. He needs to let go of a lot of money if we hire you."

"Then... still why me?" I cautiously asked.