BOOMERANG

Chapter 3

Eve's POV:

I knew for a fact that he was no different. I need to stay away from people who fall into The "H-W" category. It's my abbreviation for hero-worship, the one who pretends to be overly kind and generous until they get what they want, if you know what I mean.

I totally agree with what Natalie Clifford Barney had to say about it," hero-worship has died with heroes, and If someone bows down today, it is to pick-up something"

I didn't want the history to repeat. I've had enough of betrayal. Fuck!!! I shouldn't think about the chapter of my life that's closed forever.

Jerk ! Did he really think I'd fall for his stupid comments. Flirty asshole, why did I even laugh?

This is my biggest problem, I can never really hide my emotions well - too easy to be read - like an open book. I knew I was kind of an average singer, but no boys in their right mind would leave a party as happening as this one tonight to hear me sing.

Just as I was about to prove my point, I heard some shuffling noise, like he was trying to adjust his position or getting up maybe? I'm sure the way he'd been hiding was not comfortable. I wonder how long did he stay in there? But why do I even care? Over thinking could be lethal, Eve and you know why.

Successfully bringing me back from my vortex, he appeared in front of me. A stupid idiotic grin plastered on his face. Thankfully, it was dark and we couldn't see each other clearly.

I was not looking forward to a new friendship, not tonight at least. My problem with friendship was this. I never knew limits. I did everything beyond limits, be it loving, caring or giving. I guess that's the reason I've been hurting beyond limits after all these years.

"Hi, I'm Adam" he spoke offering me his hand while trying to figure out the reason behind my occasional zoning out.

Life has taught me one lesson really well. If you don't want the other person to know what's going on inside that head of yours, just smile, try wearing a genuine one.  And so that's what I did. With a smiling face, I shook his hand, "I'm eve."

As soon as those words escaped from my lips, I regretted. I knew it was a co-incidence but my friends have had used the joke about Adam-Eve more than necessary that its imprinted  on my brain. I can't help it.

As if on cue, we both burst out into laughter. I guess it wasn't new for him either. All thanks to our parents for these beautiful names that made it easier for our friends to make fun of.

When our laughter died, he gestured towards the empty space next to me on the couch, "Do you mind if i take the seat?"

If only saying no was in the option. Anyways, a casual conversation has not hurt anyone and i need to play it cool. Whatever was going on here would probably disappear with the dark night. So, I decided to go with the flow. With a nod and another smile, I approved and shifted a little more to my left. What can I say, he was a big man.

After few silent moments which didn't seem awkward at all, I heard him say, "So, I guess after a 'thank you' for saving my butt from my team mates a while ago, I owe you an explanation for ruining your Friday night's solo concert?"
"By the way, If I may ask why this gorgeous lady is out all by herself when the whole fun-zone lies inside the castle?"

"Someone seems to be extremely good with words. About the explanation, I could let it slide. C'mon, you don't owe me anything, unless you're really dying to get it out of your chest. Then, I could lend you an ear." I avoided telling him why I was here in the first place. I just hope he didn't notice my smart move.

With a smirk, he countered back "You are not too bad yourself. Playing with words, I mean. Smart move there! By the way, about the reason why you're out here alone, I could let it slide."
Shit! There he goes.