Demon's Kiss

Chapter Two

Chapter Two 

“Oh my God!” Claire shrieked and laughed at my irritated face.

After I told her what happened last night regarding the bastard who stole my first kiss, she just laughed at my predicament. What a great friend, right? Sense the sarcasm?

I’ve been saving up all of my first for Az, just in case. But now, everything feels like it’s falling apart. And the worst part is that I let that bastard took advantage of me. I didn’t do anything. And… and I even liked it at that time! Ahhhhhh! Stupid Juliet!

“I never imagined you had it in you,” she continued to teased.

Instead of arguing, I just ignored her and focused my gaze on the person by my right side. But I end up quickly averting my gaze when our eyes met accidentally. Even if I can’t see my face, I know for sure that it’s burning bright red with embarrassment.

Oh my God! This is the first time that I met gaze with Az after all those years. Even if I feel like he just stared at me because Claire’s loud voice is disturbing him.

And speaking of my stupid friend, she just looked at me amusingly. Clearly, she saw the reason why I’m so flustered right now. And I couldn’t help but smacked her shoulder.

She was about to open her mouth, probably to tease me again which is evident on how her eyes twinkle with mischief. She’s not even hiding how amused she is with my situation!

“Shut it, Claire! I don’t want to hear any words from you!” I hissed just enough for her ears to hear. This is one of those times, I hated having a friend like her.

Instead of comforting me, she just shook her head with a smile. “I should probably congratulate the guy,” she started, back to our original topic. “What does he look like though? As great as Az? Or worst? And as much as I’m entertained with your situation, I’m still your friend. Are you even sure that it was not some stalker? Or someone dangerous? Well, I guess you’re perfectly fine right now but still.”

I couldn’t actually tell her that that person is probably ‘one of the greatest creations of God’ without those words coming out of my mouth. Afterall, I still can’t admit to myself that his looks actually ignited something within me. Am I that lascivious?

Instead of answering Claire with words, I just nodded and looked away from her curious eyes. I was actually waiting for her stupid reactions. But when a few minutes passed with nothing, I peeked a glanced to see her staring at me with a wide-eyed expression.

“What’s wrong with you?” I deadpanned. I think I need to bring my friends to a psychiatrist. I’m surrounded by weird people that I think I’m getting weird also.

“You’re turning into a human, my dear friend!” she shouted suddenly earning everyone’s attention and that includes Az.

I coughed and tried to hide my face from the gossiping eyes. But the i***t in front, which is my friend, just smiled at me. It’s either she’s too oblivious on their stares or she doesn’t care. I vote for the latter. Should I cut her off? Well, I couldn’t really do it though. Perks of being a good friend.

“You’re too noisy!”

I wish the teacher could come sooner. I don’t think I can take anymore of Claire’s antics especially with Az sitting just beside me. If I want to get his attention, I don’t want it to be like this. I don’t want him to label me as someone with a loud and i***t friend. I want him to have a good impression of me. Is that too much to ask for?

“It’s just that it’s the first time you appreciated other guys aside from Angel,” she commented. “I should really thank whoever stole your first kiss.”

“I don’t know you,” I grunted. “Besides, I acknowledge Adrian’s looks.”

“Not counted. He’s our friend,” she pointed out. “Speaking of Angel, do you think he already read it?”

I couldn’t help but sneak a peek at Azrael who’s busy reading his book. He must really be so into that thing to not mind Claire’s obnoxious loud voice. But… if he saw me reading that thing, would he have approached me? Would he-

I was surprised when someone suddenly pulled my face and come face-to-face with Claire’s raised eyebrow. Instinctively, I removed her hands and pouted for ruining my daydreaming with Azrael.

“I’m still talking to you,” she stated with a sarcastic tone. “Minimize your concentration with the ‘love’ of your life.”

“I don’t know. Maybe?” I answered, not really sure. “I mean, he must have seen it if he went to his lockers. But I’m not sure if he has already read it. I would be stupid enough if I followed him like a love-sick puppy just to make sure he read it.”

“Touché,” she commented nonchalantly. “Anyway, let’s celebrate later. My treat. You might finally graduate from your puppy love.”

I just ignored her once again and just wait boringly for the teacher to come. But I never expected of what’s in store for me. Well, more like who.

I felt my heart beating frantically, my hands sweating, and running was the only thing I could think of as he walked inside the room with no care. Why is he here? Is he looking for me? Do I owe him something? Isn’t it the other way around? Is he a student here? Please say he’s just lost!

I nervously poked Claire who’s now busy with her phone. But because I ignored her earlier, it seems she’s ignoring me too. She’s childish in that sense.

“Claire,” I whispered and kicked her seat. No expression.

I looked back at the demon, yes, I’m calling him that, as he looked for an empty seat, maybe. He’s totally being oblivious from all the stares he got from the girls. They’re looking at him like he’s a perfect meat of a hunk. But that’s not the case for me. Don’t look this way, please!

“If you continue to ignore me, I’m not going to tell you who that bastard is,” I mumble with irritation, my focus still on the man in front who can’t seem to decide where to seat.

“Who?!” Claire shrieked so loudly that I can even hear her chair squeaking from her excited movements. But I couldn’t look at her. Not now that his gaze landed on mine. I should have known she’ll cause my downfall.

I wanted to run so badly but if I did that, I’ll looked like I’m someone guilty of doing something. The only thing I could do now is to pray. Pray that he won’t recognize me. But tough luck. As soon as his smirk made an appearance on his idiotic face, I know for sure that he remembered everything. Especially the kiss. That goddamn kiss that haunted even my dreams.

I shuddered at the thought of that kiss as I tried to calm my racing heart. And while I’m being troubled by his mere presence, he just casually walked slowly towards me. Taking his time to torture me mentally.

No noise was heard as he made his way towards the gawking and expectant girls. Too bad for them because I know that I’m the reason why his here. Or maybe not? But his goddamn smirk tells me I’m right.

Stop smirking, damn it! It’s a crime to have that face on that body. Does the Almighty have a favoritism? If I take out his attitude, he’ll be a perfect specimen of human being.

I snapped out of my staring match with the handsome- I mean demon when Claire shook my shoulders, wanting to gain my attention. She still looks a little excited. Too excited than when I told her all about Az.

“So? Who is it?”

I opened my mouth wanting to tell her about the bad news, but I froze as I felt someone playing with the tips of my hair. I fixed my posture to stop myself from turning to look at the intruder.

I don’t even need to look to know that the demon decided to sit on the chair on my left. Because as much as it weirded me out, I know that intoxicating fragrance is turning my decision-making into a gooey mess. Just like last night.

“Talking about me?” he whispered. He’s getting too close for comfort.

I just swallowed my nervousness. I don’t need to look at him to know that his looking at me amusedly. It’s evident with his tone. I just pinched myself trying to regain my composure and just focused my gaze on Claire. I can’t blame her for looking at me like I’ve grown another head. I don’t even need to look around to know that everyone’s attention is on me right now.

I snuck a peak on my right to see Az’s reaction. Maybe this’ll get him jealous… or something? Well, as if. I’m just trying to delude myself once again. And yes, to my disappointment, he’s not even bothered at our stupid scene. He’s still busy reading. Good thing, I think? Well, at least I can still fix everything before he could see this situation.

I sighed mentally preparing to kick this bastard’s ass. And by kicking, I mean talking him out to keep our connections a secret. Pacify him or something. But I was not prepared for his mental harassment once again.

“Miss my kiss?” he whispered. “Because I damn well miss yours.”

I felt my cheeks heat up, more so than meeting eyes with Az. s**t! Did I do something horrible from my previous life that I need to pay now? I just went and slipped that letter to Az! Is that wrong that the universe pushed me into the demon’s way?

I thought everything would be put to the past. I thought I wouldn’t see him again. But Fates surely do things to f**k your life. Because now, the demon has come for me.