Faraway

Chapter 3

Jessica's POV.
His callused hand was holding mine as we walked to his car in the parking lot. After Grayson was out of view I spoke out "Look, I barely know you. I know you probably won't hurt me but I can't just go and hang out with you."
He looked as if he was expecting it "It's alright. I really wanted to ask you a question though,does he always tell you what to do?"
An expression of irritation filled my face "No, he just acted so weirdly today. I have no idea what has gotten into him."I sighed dismissing the thought of being annoyed.
Seconds later we reached a blue Mitsubishi and Malik sat on its hood looking up at me. My cheeks were burning under his intense stare and a hint of a smile appeared on his lips "You're standing on my foot." he whispered so softly.
Startled, I practically jumped away in embarrassment-eyes wide and my face reddened even more (if that was even possible). An amused smirk was formed on his luscious lips. If I could just bite those m....what? Jess wake the f*ck up you're embarrassing.
Silence overtook us and we were currently in eye level. With him sitting at his car's hood and me awkwardly shifting from one foot to another in front of him, he was examining me. Unconsciously I stood still and we were lost in each other's eyes.
His dreamy oceanic orbs held something behind them. It was ridiculous to think about it; but as if his eyes were waiting for me to discover what he's shielding. For me to look beyond what I'm staring at right now. And for some unknown reason, I was willing to discover it.
"Um, can you give me your number?" he looked down to get his phone and when he looked back up at me again it seemed that he blocked me from discovering any further. He was shutting me out and I sensed a shift in the atmosphere around us. I scowled.
"Sure." I replied punching in my digits. I handed him his phone and he flashed me a smile-his smile not really reaching his eyes. Then he took my phone and saved his number.
"Climb in, let me take you home." It was an order more than an offer. I thought over the ways I can get home and remembered telling Grayson I was leaving with Malik; I had no choice but to agree.
Shrugging, I accepted his offer and climbed in the passenger's seat. He pushed himself up effortlessly causing his arm muscles to flex. Quickly I looked away not wanting him to see me ogling when he said "Where do you live?"
"23 James street." it came out as a hoarse whisper so he kept waiting for me to answer. I repeated making sure he heard it this time and we drove in silence for a couple of minutes.
The car ride home was a bit awkward then I couldn't help but turn on the radio. Tear in my heart by twenty one pilots came on and I started singing along while dancing ridiculously.
An amused half smile was on Malik's face as he watched me "You really are a weird one , aren't you?"
Oh boy, you have no idea.
It wasn't long since we reached my neighborhood. The houses weren't huge but mine was pretty small compared to them. "Right there" I pointed at the dull looking building.
After he parked I got out of the car and waved smiling a little to myself as I unlocked the door.
Sighing calmly I went up the stairs to my room. Posters of my favorite bands on the baby blue walls and books on my bookshelves are the only things that gave my room some life.
I stood in front of my mirror recalling the events of the day. Wow Jess you had your first kiss with a stranger, a really hot one may I add. Score! ...eww don't ever say that again.
A frown was plastered on my face wondering why he even started a conversation with me. He probably thinks you're fat and ugly and he won't call you; it was only real for me and probably a regular day in his life.
"Of course it was..I wouldn't give me a second look" I said thinking out loud,it was a habit of mine since I got used to being alone.
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Gray-bæ: I'm really sorry Jess about everything I did today;(.
I am now in my comfy onsies watching random YouTube videos when this text popped out on my phone's screen. I rolled my eyes but decided on letting it go and texting him back.
Me: it's okay dude :).
Locking my phone I got back to Cameron dallas' most recent video. That guy has some abs, dear god ughhh.
A ding was heard from my phone with a text from Grayson. I found my self disappointed and I was glimpsing every five seconds at my phone waiting for a text from Malik. Debating about texting him or not. I decided on sending him a simple text.
Me: Hey.
I bit my lip anticipating a reply but slumping my shoulders when he saw it and didn't text back. Why would he anyways?
It was already 10:30 pm so I brushed my teeth, put my messy brunette waves into a bun and went to bed.
With no one in the house but me it felt so lonely and cold despite the covers on me. It was somehow peaceful though because I was used to it by now.
My eyes fluttered open when I remembered that I didn't have lunch "Tomorrow I won't forget, I'll just go to sleep right now. It is not like I'm starving myself or anything" I muttered closing my eyes and letting sleep consume me.
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