Avius - A true lover

Avius

It was close to five on the evening of 24th December. Everyone was celebrating the Christmas Eve except one.

Avius was a 25 year old man. Being an orphan, He was pretty poor but hardworking. Never had he begged or taken money from someone which he didn't deserve. He also had a job which others might consider low but for him it was like a bottle of water for a thirsty man living in the desert. His job was complicated. He wasn't a gardener nor a miner but between them. He used to give water to the plants, Dig in someone's land to grow plants or statues, whatever his customers wanted. He also had a knowledge about carpentry and plumber related work. Because of this hardworking job, he was pretty muscular. Standing 5ft and 10 inch, Avius could be considered handsome with green eyes and dimples.

On his way to home from Mr Frank's garden, he noticed many high class parties with eye-catching decorations. “Rich bastards." He sighed and continued his journey to his home.

After reaching his house, which was the only thing his parents left for him, he kept the money he earned from Mr Frank inside a small box. “That makes it 23£" A small smile formed on his lips. With that he laid on his bed and covered himself with a blanket.

His sleep was interrupted by a knock on his main door “Who is it now?!" He sighed angrily and walked towards the door pulling it open “What do you want?!...S-selene?" His eye's widened. Jaw dropped. It was as if his heart stopped beating. Her smile, her pretty face, juicy lips, perfect body and blonde hair sent a wave in his body.

Selene was his only crush. He fell for her on their first meeting. She was one of his customer's daughter. A rich man's daughter. Because of this he could never express his feelings to her but the real question was ,what was she doing here? What was a girl like her doing in a poor man's door mat?

“Hello Avius. Can i come in?" She asked. How could he say no? Opening the door completely, he let her in and pulled out a chair for her to sit “Is there something you need ms.?" He asked, his eyes filled with happiness and joy. “Not really. Just wanted to hang out" She replied.

Avius had never been so happy. His heart was jumping inside his chest. This was his luckiest day. But there was a slight problem. He didn't have snacks for his guest “Sure ms. Let me get something for you first" He grabbed his 23£ from the box and rushed towards the market, leaving selene alone in the house.

Meanwhile, Selene's friends entered the poor man's house and sat on the bed “Wow, you completed the dare." Said one of her friends. “See i told you. I can do anything." Selene said proudly “Girls look." Margret whispered whilst pointing at a picture of Selene. “I found this under his pillow" Everyone except sel started giggling. “Looks like he is in love."

“I have an idea. You say you can do anything? If so, ask him for a date and be flirty." Selene raised an eyebrow then smiled playfully “Consider it done"

Holding two plastic bags, which had snacks and beverages for his loved one that cost him 23£, He entered the small house and kept it on the table. “Thank you for waiting." He smiled and served the slice of pizza and a drink to her. “If you want something else, let me know."

“I need you." She replied with lustful eyes. She gently touched his muscular arm and winked seductively. Avius stood there, completely stunned. A blush formed on his cheeks. Happiness could be seen in his eyes. He wanted to jump and scream happily, wasn't this his luckiest day?

“So, how about a date? Tonight at 10 pm? We'll celebrate the Christmas eve together." She added. Avius nodded and bowed a little “I'll be honored." She leaned closer and pecked his cheek then left.

As soon as she left, he jumped on his bed “OH MY GOD." He yelled happily then took off his shirt and started dancing like hooligan “FUCKING FINALLY!" He checked his watch, 5:30 pm “Shit.." He had 4 hours and 30 minutes left for the date. Since there was no money left, he had to go out and earn some cash. This cash would help him in decorations, as well as food. Pizza wasn't enough.

And so he left his house looking for money. He went to each and every house in the town to do some kind of work and get money. 

After exactly 3 hours and 45 mins, Avius was finally able to get enough money for food and decoration. After reaching the house, He , without taking rest, started decorating his small house with heart balloons, stickers, fresh flowers etc. He checked his watch.

9:30 pm. Half an hour left. He took out the food and kept it on the table “I hope she likes the food..." He thought before going into the bathroom and wearing the new clothes, which he bought a month ago.

9:45 pm. Everything was set. His room looked great, the smell of the food was great too. Now all he had to do was wait for her. He stood near the door and took deep breaths “Hi. Welcome. Thanks for coming."

“Eh, sounds not-so-like-a-date" He shrugged. “Hey. Name's Avius....
Ah no, she already knows my name. This is so difficult." Avius checked his watch again. 10:05 pm. ‘She'll be here any minute now.’ He thought while blushing.

10:25 pm

Maybe She was late cause of makeup or dress?

10:45 pm

His legs were hurting now. He sat on the chair, still staring at the door, waiting for her.

11 pm

Avius didn't really get much sleep today. He folded his arms and rested them on the table then laid his head upon them, closing his eyes slowly-slowly, going to a mild sleep.

His sleep was interrupted by the alarm on his watch. He blinked several time and looked at his watch, 00:00 midnight. “Wh-where is she..?" He stood up and left the house. The next thing he saw was truly heartbreaking.

There she was, in the garden just outside the Villa. He could make out that she was drunk. The drunk Selene was actually hooking up with some rich male. Avius stared. A tear might have escaped his eyes. He stepped forward then shook his head “I..shouldn't interfere.." He said to himself then turned away, going to his house.

Why did she do this to him?

He actually didn't blame her. She was so beautiful and rich. She had everything whereas Avius had nothing. He wasn't rich. Why would a rich girl like her even think of dating a guy like him?

Life is unfair