OUR ILL FATE

Chapter 2

Eleanor's pov.

“ Ahhhhh '', I growled irritatingly as I tried to reach my alarm clock on the bedstand. I got it and quickly turned it off. I rolled on my bed as the alarm just disrupted my sweet dream about Sergio.

“ Oh my God, I can't believe myself. ” I mumbled to myself because of the dream I just had. I hid my face in my palm, smiling wildly. Sergio was about to kiss me. The thought alone just already sent butterflies to my stomach.

I can't believe I dreamed of this. What is wrong with me?? The AC is on but I feel weirdly hot. I just met him yesterday, and I'm already fantasizing about him. My mind drifted to yesterday at the café.

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I walked into my favorite café to get my vanilla smoothie. I usually get it on my way to school every day because it's the nice way I start my day.

I checked my time, and it was 8:30 am already. Thank God my school is 10 minutes from here because I have a Literature class at 9 am.

I love literature. That's my favorite subject. I have always been a fan of reading novels, ever since I was little. So I decided to study it in college. English and literature.

I reached the café counter.

“ Hello beautiful, your usual smoothie, right?” Nico said, winking at me.

He has always had a thing for me, but I don't. He isn't my type. Not that he isn't good-looking and all, but he isn't just my type.

“Of course, you know what I like, Nic”. I smiled sweetly at him.

“ Here you go”.

I paid for it and waved him goodbye. I usually drink it on my way to school. I looked at my watch to check my time when I bumped hard into someone's chest. I looked up at him to apologize, but what I saw made me speechless.

A Greek god. Yes, you heard me right. He is the most handsome man I have ever seen. His aura screamed dangerous yet captivating. He was so tall compared to my petite height.

I mumbled a quick apology to him and was about to go because I didn't want to fall in love so easily. But he held me by my wrist and pulled me closer to him.

I felt the spark where he held me. I felt so intimidated by his height and the way he was staring at me worsened it.

“ I'm sorry sir for bumping into you sir. I wasn't looking at where I was going.” I said softly to him, as I didn't want to anger him.

He looked dangerous and not someone to mess with. But I still felt captivated by him. A part of me wants to know him more and get close to him.

“ What's your name?” He asked in a husky, deep voice.

“ Eleanor. Eleanor Salvatore.” I gave him my most alluring smile. I just hope I don't look like a flirt because this is not like me at all.

“ Eleanor. That's a beautiful name for a damsel like you.”

I have received so many compliments about my good looks, but hearing it from him made it so different.

The way he pronounces my name so sweetly too. God, what's wrong with me?? I just hope I'm not red. I shrugged off that dirty thought and decided to ask his name.

“ What's your name?”

“ Sergio”.

He must be Italian, I guessed.

“Sergio. That's a nice name for a handsome person like you. You must be Italian.”

He nodded positively at me while staring intently at me. I melted under his intense gaze.

Shit! If I stay here any longer, I'm going to be late for class.

“ Well, Sergio, it was nice meeting you. I'm actually off to class as I don't want to be late. Sorry for bumping into you once again, bye-bye.”

I slipped my hand from his gentle hold and walked out of the café with a red face.

I could see so many men in black suits around the café with four black SUV cars. I just knew he was an important person already. As these cars and people weren't there when I arrived earlier than him.

I was about to cross when I saw him walk out of the café and speak sternly to someone. I averted my gaze, as I didn't want him to catch me staring at me.

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“Eleanor!! What are you still doing in your bed? You're going to be late for school.”

Oh s**t! I can't believe I have been thinking about him for over 30 minutes. I quickly jumped up from my bed.

“ Are you okay sweetie? You have never been in bed this late before?” My mom asked me worriedly.

“ Of Course Mom, I'm fine. I'm so sorry. I will get ready quickly.”

“ Okay, sweetie. Breakfast is ready. Come down when you have showered and dressed.” My mom said to me as she exited my room.

I checked the time. It was 7:35 am. Ohh crap. I'm going to be late. I can't believe I got lost in Sergio's world like this. I'm not okay.

I quickly rushed to shower and did my morning business.

I went to my wardrobe and wore my underwear, then a blue flower gown just above my knee. I wore high sandals. I wore my vanilla perfume and took my bags and books.

I took a glance at the mirror to see how I looked. I smiled inwardly because I felt pretty.

Blue is my favorite color, and it always makes me look beautiful. Maybe it's because it's the same color as my eyes.

I couldn't even look in the mirror any longer because I would be late. I hate being late to class. I have an English class at 9 am. My college, Hayvel College, is about 40 minutes from home if I use a taxi.

I rushed down the stairs and sat down. My dad was already seated.

“ Good morning Dad.”

“ Good morning sweetie. How are you? Your mom said you woke up late.”

“ Yes Dad, I'm sorry. I overslept. Guess I was tired.”

“ It's okay Ely. Just eat quickly so you won't be late. I'm off to work.” He said, kissing my forehead.

“ I'm off to work honey,” he said to my mom, pecked her on her lips, and walked out. Those two love birds.

My dad is a banker. So he is always busy. My parents aren't so rich, but at least, they provide most things I want. My mom is a nurse too.

“ Sweetie, eat quickly, okay? Don't forget to come home on time. This city is becoming less safe, especially for young girls like you,” she said, coming towards me and she sat. I could sense her worry.

“ Sure Mom. Don't be worried. I'm a big girl. ”

“ Yes. My baby is a big girl.” She said with a proud smile.

I smiled widely back at her and dived into my food. My mom is the best cook ever. She prepared pancakes with some toast, which are my favorite.

I was already full, so I stood up and took my plate to the kitchen. I did the dishes and left.

“ Bye Mom, I'm off to school now.”

“ Bye Sweetie, take care of yourself. I will be back from work at 5 pm”.

“ Okay, mom,” I said hurriedly as I exited the house. My home was along the estate so I had to work down to the main road before I saw a taxi.

I reached school in about 40 minutes. The class will start soon.

“ Eleonor. Come over here.” My bestie, Mia said, as she waved at me. She was waiting for me in front of the hallway.

“You're late, Ely. What happened? You were dreaming about him, right? Cause the way you talked about him all day... yesterday, I'm sure of that.”

“ Common Mia, that's not true. Stop teasing me.” We laughed and entered class.

The lecturer entered immediately. We took our seats beside each other.