Never Too Late For Love

|Chapter 1|

The Williams Mansion, London, 07:00 am

"OH MY GOD Honey! Wake up! It's already 10am. You won't be able to catch the flight." My mom shouted, slamming the door in process.

"WHAT?! NO! NO! NO!" I stood up frantically, slipped on my slippers and rushed towards the en suite. Just for checking the time, I glanced towards the wall clock to see it Was Only 7 AM! What the actual heck! Next thing was what made me fall on my butt with a loud thud. I actually was walking so hurriedly that I didn't notice the sock which was lying on the floor.

"Ow!" I rubbed my forehead gently. A voice interrupted me, " Did you just fall off?" I squealed and placed my hand on my chest. My brother started laughing loudly. I glared at him. "Get out of my room, Hansie!". He just chuckled and gave me a flying kiss. I gave him a flat look and he said," oh come on, you should better catch that kiss baby sis or else it will drift away." I stood up and pretended to catch his kiss and then crumple it by my shoes. I smirked at him and he simply scowled at me and finally left the room.

After showering and dressing up in my white tank top and blue denim jeans, I made my way through the hallways to the kitchen island. My family was already seated and eating the breakfast. I greeted them and started to devour the chocolate chip pancakes.
"Hey Honey! Are you done with the packing?" My mom asked. I nodded. " So, you are ready to go to New York, right?" She asked me again. I nodded and said," Yeah, I guess."
My Dad interrupted me and said," Don't worry, you'll be fine. Just make new friends and study well. And remember no boyfriends, no parties and no alcohol. You should know that we are sending you there for your improvement in studies. Got it?" I nodded firmly and finished my breakfast.

I got back to my room to prepare for my flight. I added a denim jacket and black flats to my outfit. I tied up my hair into a high ponytail and applied a lip balm to my lips. I packed my backpack with some essentials and grabbed my luggage bag. A maid was just standing out of my room to carry my luggage. I refused her and assured her that I'll carry my bag downstairs. She went away. I pulled my luggage bag and slung my backpack on my shoulder and made my way downstairs. On reaching the living room, I saw that my entire family was standing there talking to each other. 

"Let's go sweetheart! Or else will be late." My mom said.

"Yeah, Mom. Dad are you coming?" I asked him.

"Oh, No Honey! I'm really sorry but you know how busy I am today. I have to attend a very important meeting. Your mom and your brother will be going with you though.  And I'm sorry too that I can't send you in our private jet as you know I need it for tomorrow's meeting in Switzerland. I hope you understand." My dad said.

"Yes, I understand. I'll miss you a lot Dad and I will prove you that I'm always better in studies than Hans. You can always rely on me." I assured him. Hans scoffed and my dad chuckled at my response. He embraced me tightly and I returned the hug.

"I know you can certainly beat him in studies and I always trust you Lil. Just take care of yourself and stay strong. I'll miss you too and I love you."  Dad said kissing my forehead.  " I love you too Dad." I replied and kissed his cheek. He smiled heartily at me. 

"Okay we need to hurry up now, dear. Let's get you in the car. " My mom informed me and I nodded. As soon as we reached our car, the chauffeur opened the backseat door of our limousine. I sat with Hans beside me and Mom across me. I scrolled down the window and waved my dad goodbye. He blew a flying kiss to me and waved back. I smiled at him and with a last wave, our car drew off.

Mom told me about all her friends who lived in New York. She told me where I was going to reside and what maid was hired for what work. I was soon going to drift in my wonderland when my brother nudged me and pointed towards mom who was talking on the phone now as she stopped ranting. I giggled and asked him, " will you miss me, Hansie?" I thought my brother would reply 'no, obviously not' when he suddenly engulfed me in a hug and said," Obviously, baby sis! Why won't I? It's gonna be lonely without your ugly presence in the house." He poked my nose lightly and I punched his shoulder playfully.

"Ow!" He let out a girly scream. I chuckled and told him," Thats for calling me ugly."
He glared at me and I just smirked. "Will you miss me?" Hans asked me.
I enacted a thinking pose and told him," Maybe not I guess." He elbowed me in my ribs. 
"Oh boy! I was just kidding. Sure, I'll miss you Hansieeeee." 
I pinched his cheeks and he simply scowled at me.

"Just please don't bang many girls." I smirked at him.
He smirked at me and said,"No Promises."
I rolled my eyes. "And for you Missy, You are not allowed to get a boyfriend till 30." 
I narrowed my eyes at him and he simply glared at me. " No promises." I replied back. This time he rolled his eyes and pretended to be cold and rigid. I nudged him in his side. He glared at me.

I rolled my eyes," Fine, I won't" He instantly dropped his act and hugged him. "That's my baby sis." I hugged him back.

"Oh you both! I thought I would never see a day like this." Our mom said and pretended to shed a tear. We laughted at her and I suddenly realised that I am gonna miss them so badly. I won't be seeing them much now and today was the last day. I glanced at my brother who was texting someone. No matter how much he teased or troubled me but still I love him a lot. He was the best big brother I could ever ask for.

Screeching of the tires signified that we have reached our destination. The chauffeur opened our car door and I smiled at him while climbing out of the car. Hans took my luggage and followed me inside the airport along with mom.

The airport was full of people getting their luggage checked or sitting casually reading a magazine or eating. I have never seen such a crowded airport before in my entire 17 years of life. "Too crowdy, right?" My mom asked me. I just nodded in approval.
" Don't worry. You'll be fine, my dear." She smiled assuringly at me and I smiled back.

"Well, baby sis take care of yourself. Call me everyday and remember no boyfriends." I rolled my eyes and hugged him. " I'll miss you a lot Hansie, and I promise I'll call you regularly." He hugged me more tightly and said," I love you baby sis." I kissed his cheek and in return he kissed my forehead.

I hugged my mom next and in return I was showered with kisses and a teary face. "I'll miss you so so much Honey, I love you so much. Take care my dear." I hugged her too and told her that I love her too. She started ranting again with her rules and advice and my brother was holding himself from laughing out loud. I pressed my lips together to hold back my laughter. Finally, she hugged me again and stopped her ranting. I started moving towards the waiting line and waved back at my brother and mom who gave me a 'thumbs up' and waved back.

After checking my passport and backpack, the lady motioned me to go and sit in the plane. I reached my airplane where I was greeted by the air hostess who smiled brightly at me and checked my ticket. She walked me to the business class seats and motioned for my seat. "Thank You." I smiled at her. "Anytime, Mam." She smiled at me and went back to perform her duty. I made myself comfortable and started tying my hair up when suddenly a boy, a very cute and hot one, arrived just across my seat and placed his backpack on his seat.

He smiled at me and I smiled back. He motioned for something behind my back and I turned back to look that my ponytail got stuck. I immediately pulled it and looked towards the boy,"Thank you" I said. "No problem" He replied back. And that was it, our journey was transformed into an awkward silence thereafter.