How to Date the Gangster

Chapter 17

Pyra Salazar

"I can take care of myself, Asher" I whispered as he carried me towards his car. I wanted to look strong but I can't even feel my legs right now. My head hurts like hell.

I hate being sick, it makes me feel vulnerable. Sa dami ng tao na makakakita sakin kanina, si Asher pa ang nakasalubong ko. Dini-disprove talaga ang theory ko na masyadong malaki ang campus para magka salubong kami lagi.

"Who are you fooling? You can't even walk, love" he chuckled as he lay me down carefully on the front seat of his car. He closed the door and quickly walked towards the driver's seat.

He got in and was about to turn on the engine when his gaze was turned to me. I don't know what it is but whenever he would look at me, I get this weird feeling. Not like the one with Alexander's where I get butterflies in my stomach, Asher's was different.

I flinched when he leaned closer. I am now in between his arms. I can't help but to stare at his eyes, black orbs that hide too many emotions...

He bit his red lip as he moved closer.

"Wha--" his face is literally inches away from mine. Damn, I can feel my heart beating faster.

Is he going to kiss me? He wouldn't do that, right?

"Safety first." he smiled and winked as he strapped my seatbelt. 

I can feel my cheeks burning. No, I'm not blushing. May sakit lang ako kaya ganto. I quickly avoided his gaze by looking outside the window. Why do I always get affected by his cheap moves? Damn.

I heard the engine starting and within a few minutes, we were already on the highway. I don't want to look at him, I think he saw me blushed earlier. It's fucking embarassing.

I can feel his stares from time to time while he was driving. Baka naman mabangga pa kami sa kaka tingin nito?

The silence is deafening. It's so quiet...

I glanced at him and he seems to be deep in his thoughts as well. Kaya pala tahimik din siya kanina pa. Something seems to be bothering him,

"May archery class tayo mamaya. Baka malate ka pa, just drop me off at my house" I mumbled as I broke the silence between us.

The truth is, nahihiya ako sa kanya ngayon. I feel like a burden, medyo malayo din ang bahay ko sa campus and baka matraffic pa siya pabalik. I should've just called my cousin to pick me up, why did I let Asher take me?

I guess it's his free time but we all know how Asher usually spends his spare time...

Girls. Lots of them.

I can't see any reason for him to help me besides me being his brother's girl. Maybe they're really close. I think?

My thoughts were interrupted when I heard his voice.

"Won't attend class. I'll be your personal nurse for the day, Miss Salazar" He smiled, showcasing his perfect set of white teeth and remarkable dimples.

What's with him today?

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"Pyra, gising na..." I slowly opened my eyes and saw Asher smiling at me. Di ko napansin na nakatulog na pala ko.

My eyes were still adjusting but I can see that we're already in front of my house. I glanced at Asher who was already outside, waiting for me.