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chapter 5

[Clarke]

We sat down, on a lovely table near the window. It had a beautiful view, with an inmensity of stars shining next to us. After ordering our dishes, Bellamy and I made eye contact. I knew how cliché this all was. He's handsome and I could already imagine our children. And I just met him... in person, that is. I hate it. This should be harder, I shouldn't fall for his looks or be dazzled by his smooth voice or kind eyes. I was supposed to just have a fun night and then have more two dates... and then maybe fall for him. But how could I resist this man, who made me laugh so many times at night? And who didn't mind hearing me rant about my ex-boyfriend, too. Or complain about my mother. Or just vent. Bellamy just seemed almost-perfect, exactly how I like it.

''Can I be honest?'' Bellamy says after clearing his throat. I simply nod. ''Your pictures online won't do you justice. You're so much more beautiful here, in front of me.''

Awesome. Now I must be blushing really hard. Stop being charming, Bellamy.

''Are you trying to seduce me, mister?'' I raise my eyebrow.

''I'm being honest.'' His tone is more serious this time. ''But if it's working, you should tell me.''

''I guess. The night's still young, though.'' I playfully wink.

Sure enough, the food arrived. We ate and talked about random things. Occasionally I looked outside to the stars and when I turned my head again, I'd catch Bellamy's eyes on me. The dragons on my stomach surely made mortals and cheered whenever that happened.