Once Upon A Night (ON HOLD)

chapter 2

Chloe

              Ryder carter

My first and probably only love interest. I took interest in practically nobody mainly because I was too busy with painting, therapy and school lessons but after meeting him at my dads second congratulatory party for the title of mayor during my freshman year my whole perspective changed.

I was walking around with a frown on my face due to the fact that I had another argument with my parents concerning my interest to move to my own apartment and I had obviously lost after they had mentioned all my panic attacks and nightmares.

"hi" a hand tapped my shoulder causing me to turn around. The bearer of the voice was a blonde in a perfectly tailored suit and a smile that put any male model to shame. I didn't realize how long I was staring until I caught a glimpse of his lips moving.

"could you show me the way to the rest room?" he asked

"y-yes just straight ahead" I replied, my gaze resting on his alluring green eyes. He thanked me with a quick nod before dashing out

I found out later that day that he was the apparent heir to the carter industries who was according to the news still single and searching for 'the one' which was exactly how my infatuation began.

We exchanged a few pleasant hi's and hellos during occasions and school hours until he asked for my number which I happily obliged into giving him. He was always the shy flirty type according to his texts which was weird considering his 'player' history in school.

I mean what screams he likes you louder than when he sends you flirty texts and lights up when he sees you?

"hey" I said once I reached where he was currently leaning against the wall. He flashed me his usual multi-megawatt smile, eyeing my outfit before turning to his friend who did the same then leaned back against the wall, texting away.

"can I talk to you in private" I began, twiddling with my fingers with my eyes locked on his

    Step 1 : maintain eye contact☑ 
He looked to be unsure of himself, rubbing the back of his neck. "I'm not sure about that. I have a class in about 5 minutes and I really need to get on the professors good side" he said, earning him a chuckle From the dirty blonde haired guy next to him.

I pleaded with him through my eyes giving him but he just stared back at me, amusement dancing around in his green eyes.
The halls were beginning to get rowdier as more students trooped in from the entrance, most of them staring at us with renowned interest.

     Nothing to see here people!

"I like you" I muttered but I doubt he heard me seeing as he tapped his right ear with his finger, shaking his head.

"I like you" I tried again, my voice a tad bit louder compared to the last. He was still staring at me as if trying to comprehend my words.

"I Really like you" I said, my voice going back to its usual volume.

The hallway became silent after my statement making my cheeks go scarlet

Great. Five years of dad being mayor and I'm still wonderful at receiving attention. Cue the sarcasm.

I  thought I couldn't go redder when Ryder bent over in laughter, gripping his knees as his whole body shook with laughter .

"man! I knew you were easy but you being a joker is definitely new to me" he said, a few snorts in between.

                Easy?
    
                Joker?

"I'm not joking" I laughed humorlessly hoping to find a lie in his words.

" I don't date ' the words left his mouth not even a single bit of remorse on his face.
      
                     Oh.

'I'm sorry for bothering ' I said, my eyes welling up with unshed tears.

I speed-walked out of the hallway,my face at full red. I tried to block out the sound of laughter coming from inside but I could ensure it could be heard away.

A cry of frustration escaped my lips as I made my way to my car,slamming the keys into the ignition.

                   Stupid
                   Stupid
                    Stupid
I cursed myself Mentally, finally letting my tears break free from their restraining.

I was stupid to think that he had feelings for me.

I was stupid for not waiting for him after class.

I was stupid to think that love would show it's f*cked up self in my life.

My foster brother was right, I was truly inexperienced by believing in love.

A/N :- ayeeo what do u guys think of the chapter?.... Vomments? ..
With chocolate covered love,
Vicky