Part 14
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“ Mirza, hod wid you.. how did you know? “
“ All you do is talk about cows, Kirania. Wasn’t a tough guess “ he lifts some of the food and brings it to your lips. His fingers linger on her lips, slowly grazing them.
My stomach is making funny sensations, but I can’t tell if it’s the food or Mirza.
“ And now, I have a bone to pick with you. But first, come sit “
He leads her over to the couch. Both of his and her take a seat. He has a mischievous twinkle in his eye.
“ We made a wager, remember? And even you have to admit I won, meaning “
“ Meaning I have to vacuum your bedroom “
“ A deal’s a deal, right? “
“ Fine, give me the vacuum “ she rolls her eyes, as Mirza brings her the vacuum his carpet for a few moments until Mirza stops her.
“ I didn’t really mean for you to clean for me. It was kind of a joke. You know that, right? “
“ Yeah, everything is a joke for you “
“ Not everything, Kirania “ he traces his fingers over yours, creating a trail of goosebumps.
“ I should never have left you without my protection. The bet was a stupid idea “
He leans over, brushing her hair out of her eyes, his gaze fixed on her lips. The air is electric.
I think he’s going to kiss me …
He seems to stare at her lips for several whole minutes, neither of them moving. Slowly, centimeter by centimeter, he leans forward. After a few long moments, his lips touch hers. A soft moan escapes his lips. She reciprocates, applying pressure to her kiss. He takes this as a green light, his kiss growing more aggressive.
I feel like I’m on fire. But a good fire. God, yes, Mirza…
His right hand slowly crawls up her shirt, cupping her breast. “ Kirania, I.. “
“ Shh. Don’t talk “ she leans into the kiss, urging him on. His moan turns into a pained groan, his fingers about to dip beneath her bra. Suddenly, he jerks back.
“ Kirania, I’m sorry. That was... I overstepped, I didn’t mean “
Before she can respond, Kevin and Nesya enter the room. “ Boots! “ Kirania and Mirza jerk apart. Kevin frowns at her, but Nesya grins knowingly.
“ What were you two doing? “ Nesya was curious
“ Um… nothing “
“ Sure looks like nothing “
“ Get your mind out of the gutter, Nesya. Mirza just offered me food and fresh clothes “
“ Mirza can order a hit on people, but carrying an extra pair of clothes? Not a chance “ just c***k Kevin
“ Order a hit? You guys sound like the mafia “
Everyone laughs along nervously. Nesya changes the subject quickly. “ Boots, you’ll need new clothes
“ Yeah, I was planning on going shopping tomorrow “
“ You’re not going alone. I’m coming with you “
“ Mirza, I can handle myself “
“ No one said you couldn’t. but after what happened today, I’m not letting you out of my sight “
“ He’s right, Boots. Those assholes won’t touch you if Mirza’s around ” reply Nesya
“ So. I’ll see you tomorrow, then? Around 1 pm? “
“ Um. Sure. I guess “
“ Great. Consider it a date “
Did he just say.. date?
She has about to spend the whole day shopping with Mirza.
After what happened yesterday, and our kiss, I don’t know whether to be nervous or excited.
“ Earth to Boots “ Nesya is waving her hand in front of her face.
“ What? “
“ I was asking if you’re excited about your shopping day with Mirza “
“ Um… yeah, I’m excited. I think I’m finally getting through Mirza’s icy shell “
“ I think you are, too. What are you going to wear? “
“ Hmmm, I was thinking. I’ve worn this so many times before, but it makes me feel comfortable “
“ Comfort is important. Ready to go? “
“ Yeah, just let me get some cash “ Kirania search through her suitcase for the wad of cash from her Grandpa. Her fingers hit something hard and cold.
I think that’s the box I put Grandpa’s and Grandma’s stuff in. She lifts the box from her suitcase and searches through its contents.
Oh, it’s Grandma’s picture frame and her necklace that she left me. She always said it was a family heirloom. Maybe I should wear it. She read the tiny writing engraved on the necklace.
“ Alfero “ Nesya freezes
“ What did you just say? “
Why does she look so freaked out?
“ Alfredo. You know, the pasta sauce? “ she nods, but she still looks suspicious.
“ Okay then. So, I should, uh, go. Mirza’s probably waiting “ she runs out of her dorm room before Nesya can say anything else.
That was weird.
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