My Sister's Fiancé Is My Ex-Lover

ARGUMENTS PART2

I saw my parents on the balcony. My dad was reading a newspaper, and my mom was doing her favorite pastime on her crochet. I kissed my mom and hugged my dad. They're still waiting for me.

"Pa/ Ma, are you not going to sleep?" I asked gently. "We're just waiting for you. We will go to bed soon," Papa replied, without looking at me. I wanted to tell them about a guy who wanted to date me, but I was scared. Besides, it was over. Tomorrow is Saturday, and I have no class, but I have plenty of things to do. Project, research, and study for my exam.

I bid my goodnight to my parents. I saw Amelia, and she was wearing a sexy clothing and full of make-up. A second later, an expensive car stopped in front of our house. When Amelia went out, she just passed us by. She didn't even say goodbye to our parents. She never glances at us as if we are not there. I looked at my parents to see how they would react, but there was none. They didn't stop her or even tell her that it was late and it was forbidden to leave. Our family has been like this since that incident when we were children.

"Ma/Pa, I'm going upstairs to rest, and it is getting late," I said and turned around without waiting for their answer. I put down my things and took some sleeping dress, and did my evening routine. My whole body is aching and weak. I feel exhausted.

The next morning, I woke up early as usual. I have no work or class today. I took my phone, and Kalex's messages appeared. [Don't go with Gabriel later. You won't like what I do] Suddenly, my hands were shaking, and I was attacked by nervousness. It didn't go on last night. Is that over? I shrugged and ignored his threat. I have tons to do, and this man is making me pissed early in the morning!

Weekends are the best day ever! I had a chance to bond with my brother, the annoying one. Since my body clock was early, I got up and wore my gym outfit. I took my shoes from the shelves and tied my hair. I spray a body mist cologne.

I run downstairs. "Amayah, slow down!" Michael was yelling again. I ignore him and put on my air buds, and do my jogging. As I checked my time on my wrist, it was five-thirty in the morning. I have enough time.

"Hi, can I jog with you?" I suddenly stop and look at him. My eyes widen. What the hell is he doing here? I don't know how he found out where I live.

"Ha—How did you know where I live?" I was stammering. I was catching my breath. I placed my two hands on my knees. I raised my eyebrow and looked at him.

“I have to protect what’s mine. Shall we?” My heart raced even faster. I ran without looking at him because if I did, I would betray myself. “Whatever!” I said annoyingly. I let him do whatever he wants. As we reached the plaza, I saw a lot of people running with their companions. I stopped a bit and caught my breath. “Wow, I never thought you were so body-conscious,” I looked at him with a frown. “Huh!?” He removed my air buds and repeated his words. “You know nothing about me!” I walked after I said that. He also kept pace with me. “Then tell me something about you?” he smirked as if he was having fun.

"Wait, what are you doing?" I can’t contain my irritation anymore. “Walking beside you?” he replied arrogantly. I want to spank him. I continued my walk; I was a few steps away from him when he pulled me back, and without permission, he devoured my lips in the sweetest way.

I suddenly stopped breathing; my heartbeat started racing. My eyes widen. Shocked me to my core. I was robbed of my first kiss by this guy...

***

He ran off, and my emotions were burning like lava. I want to shout at him, but I calm my nerves. I don’t want to get any attention from other people. I couldn’t deny the strange feelings fighting inside me. I looked at him, and he slowly disappeared right before my eyes.

I continued my jog, and even my mind flew to the person causing trouble inside my head. The chaos I felt was incomprehensible! Wit! You have a crush on him, don’t you? A small voice inside my head kept teasing me until I reached the boulevard in front of the beach. I sat on the bench facing the sun from the east. The sound of the waves on the shores calms my nerves. I firmly closed my eyes and filled my lunch with fresh, salty air. My mind returned to the moment that brute man stole my first kiss!

“Coffee?” A soft baritone voice made me shiver. My body stiffened, unable to move. My heartbeat is racing. I am hesitant to open my eyes. But the smell of brewed coffee was so inviting. I wanted to say no, but my hand was reaching for the coffee he offered.

“Thank you!” He sits beside me, looking at the sun while I am staring at him.

“If staring is a crime, you’re guilty, Miss.”

My jaw dropped. I wanted to get angry, but the anger suddenly disappeared. Giving in to temptation and indulging in the aroma of coffee may lead to momentary satisfaction, but it could also result in a lack of self-control and discipline. This could undermine one's ability to resist temptations and make conscious, healthy choices in the long run. Amayah! It was just coffee. There are so many things you are thinking about right away. Overthinker?

"May I?" He sweetly asked. A sparse smile escaped my lips. A long silence after that...