Seducing My Only Male Lead

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Edward's PoV

Looking at the girl in front of my hold her face that was clearly red, I blinked a couple times before I couldn't help but laugh.

She was acting so cute...

Hmm? What? I just thought that someone was cute?

Looking at Ariella again, I fell into a deep thought.

I had known this girl and had hanged out with her for a while now and I couldn't help but feel attracted to this person the more that I learnt about her.

Whether it was about her unusual love towards studying, or her talent in music, or her awkward expressions that she sometimes put on, even her occasional intimate actions that she unconsciously makes, as well as that strong and feisty face that she had under her soft personality.

Somehow, this girl was different from all the others around him.

Her blatant honesty, made her easy to get close to and trust. Even her vulnerability made her adorable and stirred up his desire to protect.

Something at the back of my brain made me take note of Ariella's actions and somehow her small actions made her cute.

It was a totally new emotion and I didn't hate it. It warmed my heart and made me feel happy to be around the girl.

Reaching out to peel her hands off her face, I wore a gentle smile as I looked into her pretty emerald green eyes.

"Ariella. I'm not angry anymore, but please make sure to tell me when you're hurt next time or I'll worry." Patting her head, I turned to look back down at her small feet. "Does it feel better now? Shall I go and find you some flats?"

"It's okay. I'll just sit here until Alfie goes home. I've socialised enough already anyways." She softly smiled. I loved that sweet expression of hers.

Maybe I should pursue her?

Giving another bright smile, I sat down by her side.

"Then I'll accompany you."

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Ariella's PoV

Lying on my fluffy bed, I couldn't help but giggle within my blanket, thinking back about today.

Edward accompanied me throughout the night and even worried about me. Was it bad, that I felt happy for his worry? Oh well. I was overjoyed.

Wait.

Is this what people call sadistic behaviour?!?!

Staring that the ceiling, I thought about the handsome face once more and kicked my duvet excitedly. I could feel it! We're getting closer!

Hugging my bear tightly, I closed my excited eyes.

Tomorrow, we'll meet again. I'll try and talk more to him and maybe we'll get even closer.

I opened my eyes once more and looked at the window where the night sky shone through. The stars were bright today as I couldn't help but think.

I... Appeared in public today. For the first time.

When we got home, dad asked me a couple questions on my experience there and even asked if I wanted to back out of high society.

To be honest, my answer was yes.

First, because it was boring. People were conversing whilst wearing smiling masks, what's the fun in that.

Second, because I didn't need to. I just wanted to live my life simply and dad and Alfie said that they would do their best to help me achieve this.

Third, because I didn't have the capability. High society was full of snakes. I knew at one glance. I wasn't the type of person that could easily wear a mask for so long. I'll probably stir up trouble by entering.

So I declined.

Thinking back at the dress shop in the morning I couldn't help but sigh.

I was able to calmly deal with that situation, but still it tired me out. Thinking about dealing with that everyday made me shiver.

No way.

The world was full of many people and who knows if I'm caught in a dangerous situation for wanting power and riches. I wouldn't want that. I've already wasted years of my life in a near death like situation. I didn't need another one to spring up in my life.

Closing my eyes tightly for the second time, I let myself sink within the black hole of dreams.

It was a good simple dream.

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Adjusting my tie, I walked down the staircase to reach the dining room.

"Good morning, dad, Alfie."

The sun outside was bright but the dancing leaves showed the strong wind. Autumn was approaching and the scenery was about to change once again.

Looking into the living room, I saw a large wrapped up mass sitting in the corner as I eyed it suspiciously and turned to dad who was leisurely drinking his coffee.

"Dad, what is that thing?" I asked curiously as I edged towards it.

"It's my present to you. Why don't you go and have a look?"

Nodding, I walked towards it and lightly pulled on the cloth that covered it to reveal a beautiful white grand piano, making me gasp and then squeal in excitement.

Recently I had been coming home late for practicing the piano as the only place I could play it was in school. When I got home I would study the music sheet but I couldn't play.

Having a piano here was so much more convenient!

Taking a seat on the plush velvet stool, I played the intro of my piece and marvelled at the sound. The tune, the echo, the key. Everything was beautiful.

There was only six days left for the competition and this boosted my confidence.

Getting up, I hurried to my dad and jumped onto him, to which he quickly moved his coffee cup away and caught me.

Luckily that coffee cup was only half full or else it would have spilt everywhere.

"Thank you so much dad!" I happily squeezed him as tightly as I could. "You're the best!"

His deep chuckle went by my ear as he helped me up.

"Hurry up and eat, you'll be late for school."

"Okay!" I was on cloud nine. "Can I be sick today?"

"No."