My Pretend Boyfriend

8

The next day I woke up early because of my alarm clock. I yawned and combed my hair. I looked at the clock and it was six in the morning.

I stared at my cabinet for a moment as I remembered what happened last night.

"S-She's your sister?" I asked in shock.

"Yeah, but she's not here." he said sadly while looking at the sky.

I swallowed hard.

"W-What do you mean?"

"She died two years ago," he said, still looking at the sky.

I bit my lip. I felt the sadness in his voice so I couldn't help but to feel guilty because of what I did earlier.

Shame on Kendra!

"I-I'm sorry,"

"You don't have to," he smiled at me.

I snorted.

"She was my half-sister from my mother..." he paused for a moment and spoke again. "She was sick and battling with cancer, I tried to help her but we couldn't afford her medicine,"

There was a hint of anger in his voice that made me swallow. He tried to smile but he just shook his head. I took a deep breath and slowly approached him. I held his hand and caressed it.

He didn't even bother!

"I'm sorry, if your sister sees you now, she must have been upset." I said softly.

He didn't say a word and turned to me. "It's okay, I already accepted that she's gone,"

I touched his hand gently as I nodded. I instantaneously spread open my hand wide in front of him.

He looked at me and frowned.

"What are you doing?" he asked.

I snorted and was embarrassed for a moment.

"Hug," I said softly.

He raised his eyebrows and slowly grinned.

"You can hug me," I gently said to him.

He licked his lips and slowly approached me.

My chest pounded when I felt his body on mine. He hugged me tightly and I stroked his back gently. The coldness I felt earlier suddenly disappeared because of his warm embrace. I can't help but smell his perfume. His manly perfume was stuck in my nose!

"I didn't know you were this cute," he said with a laugh.

I frowned and pulled away from his embrace.

"I'm just being nice!"

"Well, maybe once," he said with a laugh.

"What? I'm always generous," I defended myself.

"Uh-uh? I'm not sure because you're always rolling your eyes at me."

I snorted.

"That's because you're annoying sometimes," I said, rolling my eyes.

He laughed. I tried to pinch his hand but he raised it so I couldn't reach it.

"See? You rolled your eyes at me, again."

I tsked.

"Hmp!" I ran fast into my condo and didn't bother to look him.

I heard him laugh even more. I hate him for making me feel this way!

I was surprised when my bread toaster beeped. I took the two breads and ate it, then I lie on the sofa and watch tv.

My phone beeped and I saw that Calyx texted me.

Calyx:

Good morning

My heart stopped for a moment when I read his message.

Damn it!

He only texted 'Good morning' but my heart felt like a horse was chasing me!

Me:

mornin'

I replied.

I took a deep breath and immediately turned off my cellphone. I need to calm down for a while before opening it again because of the butterflies on my stomach.

A lot happened last night and suddenly I remembered hugging him. I also remembered the shame I did last night. The one about his sister. I closed my eyes, feeling irritated with myself.

We have not known each other for less than a month but I feel very comfortable when he is there. I feel the peace whenever I'm him. I admit, sometimes I get annoyed with him because he teases me but I feel something really strange.

It's a strange feeling I can't explain!

Days had passed and Calyx and I did not see each other during those days.

He was busy with his work. It's not a problem for me because Maggie didn't call and invite us to eat outside.

I admit that I miss his presence.

Every time I have a customer who comes in, I expect that it's him.

I sighed when I felt dismayed.

My phone suddenly beeped so I quickly picked it up and checked who texted.

Mother:

How are you darling? Today is your father's birthday. Are you going home?

I snorted.

Me:

Yes Mom, I will go home there later.

I took a deep breath and decided to close my shop. After all, Maggie's gown is almost finished.

I went home and dressed in formal attire. I looked in the mirror and saw that I was well dressed. I was about to text mom when it suddenly vibrated.

I frowned and realized Calyx was calling!

I gasped and answered the call.

"Hello?"

"Where are you?"

"Uhh, I'm in my condo. Why?" I said.

"I'm in front of your building," he said.

My eyes widened and the call was suddenly cut off.

Shit.

I hurried out and in less than a minute, he was there. The tall and lean muscular man is leaning in his car.

When he saw me, he straightened up.

"You're here?" I snorted.

"Yeah, I visited your shop but you're not there,"

I bit my lips and chuckled.

"It's my Dad's birthday so I'm going home to my province today." I said.

"Oh, okay, please tell Dad happy birthday,"

I snorted.

"I mean your dad," he chuckled.

"Tell him later," I smiled and slowly walked towards him.

His brows shot up.

"Let's go," I said.

"I'll come?" he asked.

I hide my smile.

"Yes, you will come with me."

The province is not far from here so we arrived early. When we arrived, there was a party outside our house. Calyx parked the car on the side and I got out.

I waited for him to get out of his car. He smiled and came closer to me. We started walking towards the house and saw that people were very noisy.

I felt Calyx take a deep breath.

I slowly reached for his hand and held it. I saw him look at me but I didn't look at him. My chest is pounding so hard that I don't know if I can breathe properly.

"Feel free at my home," I whispered to him and smiled.

We entered the house and saw Mom and Dad there eating with their friend.

"Happy Birthday Dad!" I greeted with a kiss on his cheek.

"Darling! You came!" my father chuckled and smiled at me.

"Of course, it's my father's birthday," I said sweetly.

They chuckled when I told that. I snorted and was slightly embarrassed.

"And who is this man with you?" he asked.

I smiled.

"Mom, Dad, this is Calyx." I said.

Calyx bent down and took their hand and brought it to her forehead. He also did that to Mom and Dad's friends so I can't help but to smile.

"Happy Birthday Uncle," said Calyx.

My father smiled at him and my mother chuckled.

"Is this your boyfriend?" Mom asked happily.

I nodded.

They cheered and teased us. Calyx groaned and smiled.

After I introduced Calyx to them, we ate. I couldn't help but look at Calyx when I saw him happily talking to Dad. Mom also joins in their conversation.

I glanced at Calyx now who was laughing while talking to Mom. I stared at him for a moment because I was mesmerized by his face.

He looks ruthless and rough but his attitude is bubbly and spirited.

When he glanced at me, he smiled.

I smiled back at him.

I think I'm falling for him. Really hard.

After they finished talking, we went to the balcony of our house. It was already evening and it was starting to get cold, I hugged myself.

I was surprised when Calyx put his coat on me.

"I'm fine," I said laughing.

He smiled. "Thank you for bringing me here today, I enjoyed a lot."

"I can see that," I smiled.

"By the way, I'm sorry if we didn't meet in the past few days,"

"It's okay, I know you're busy so there's no problem," I said happily.

His brows shot up.

"Are you happy?"

I turned to him.

"Yeah, I'm happy to see you again." I lazily said.

He didn't say a word for a while and seemed surprised by what I said.

"Did you miss me?" he huskily asked.

I looked away and snorted.

Yes, I missed you Calyx. I said in my thoughts.

I slowly nodded at him.

He looked amazed and amused at my nod.

I bit my lip and looked at him. He stared at me gently. He looked down at my lips and slowly closing our distance. I swallowed hard and closed my eyes when I felt his lips on mine.

I felt him stop, I opened my eyes.

"I've missed you, too,"