When the Sun loves the Moon

"Come home immediately! Today is... a special day?" Goodness... My mom loved dad so dearly and ever since he passed away, mom has been depressed. Fifteen years had passed until she met a new man. My mom's second love. I'll meet that man tonight because we're having a formal dinner and, of course, introduce me to him and his family. "I will mom. I'll only meet your boyfriend, right?" I asked. "How many times do I have to tell you, Lyanne Angel Sauria? He has a son and that'll be your step-brother!" "Okay, yes, mama. I know. I'll go now or I'll be late for school." I went closer to mom and kissed her cheek before I got out of the house. My mom and I both agreed that we will not change our surnames. Yes, that's how we love dad so much. We can't carry another surname. I'll only change mine when I get married. Gladly, my mom and her boyfriend were cool with staying on that love stage and not getting married. My mom's boyfriend also had a wife but died as soon as she gave birth to their son. "Hey, Lyanne!" "Hello!" I smiled and walked faster to go to my best friend. I was walking fast until I was grabbed by the arm and met this... playboy! Apollo Moon Gray! What the hell?! "What?" I said, so confused. "Kiss me." He commanded. What the freak?! Is he okay?! Why would I kiss him?! I didn't even have my first kiss and yet he just asked that so casually. I'm saving my first kiss for my future special someone! "Are you insane?!" I asked. "I'm sane and I'm asking you to kiss me or I'll kiss you." I was about to slap him but... HE KISSED ME! He f*****g kissed me! I was about to push him but he immediately let go but he hid his face on my neck. I saw other students gossiping about us now, damn it. I would love to keep my reputation clean, please. "Apollo-" "Shh... Stay still. I'm looking for someone." I'm so mad right now. I looked around and saw... his... girlfriend. His girlfriend was just staring at us, looking disgusted about what happened. I'm more disgusted and I can't accept that my first kiss was taken by someone I don't like! Damn him! "Is she gone?" Apollo asked. "Who?!" I asked so irritably. "Selia." I looked at his girlfriend again and saw that she was now laughing with her friends while walking away from the hallway. "She's gone. Now, can you let go of me?" I commanded. He let go of his hold on my arm and looked at me. No emotions at all. "You kissed me in front of your girlfriend you asshole-" "That's none of your business." He cut off my statement and walked away like nothing happened. Damn him! I got closer to Candy and I was about to rant but she giggled and laughed like she had won or some s**t. "Damn, girl! You got your first kiss and that's Apollo-" "Shut it! I don't like every single bit of it! He STOLE it. I didn't even give him my consent! Asshole." I ranted so mad. As expected, a lot of girls are now gossiping about me, but I didn't mind. Candy also didn't mind. She said that they were all jealous. I was scrolling on my phone while waiting for our next professor. I went to Twitter and... wtf? It's chaos! Selia: Eww. Why would you lower your standards? Fiona: Such a feeler Jacky: SHE'S now having the best day of her life... ew. Are they talking about me? Well, should I assume that it's me? The shoe fits, eh... Then, I'll wear it nicely. Stella: She's ugly Apollo: She's not. Huh? What is going on? Twitter war? Selia: I assume you're just reading, ****** Apollo: Why care then? Tss. I got stuck between two lovers who are in a quarrel. I hate this day. "I got involved in a situation," I whispered to Candy. "Don't mind them, girl." I don't but... I want to live peacefully. My mind was floating and I thought of nothing. Even though girls around me are now mad because their campus crush Apollo Moon kissed an ordinary school girl. Geez, why is it my fault? "Lunch time!" Candy grabbed my arm and that made me stand up. I was about to deny it, but I had no choice. I don't think I can eat my lunch peacefully. "Can you buy my lunch, please?" I gave her my money and Candy just laughed. She understands my situation and knows why I avoid people in the meantime. As soon as she got my money, she went to our favorite stall to buy our lunch. I was just playing on my phone until I was shocked because someone placed a tray on our table all of a sudden. It was Apollo asshole Moon. "What are you doing here?" I asked. "Eating lunch?" "I mean what are you doing here on my table?" "Eating lunch." "WHY ARE YOU HERE SITTING WITH ME?!" I couldn't contain my anger anymore! He stopped eating and looked at me with a shock on his face. His lips were slightly opened due to shock, yet he looked amused. "I just want to. Am I not allowed to do that?" He asked this time. "Why? What are we? We're not even friends, so why sit with me?" It's true though! I'm not friends with him. I just know him because he's famous. "We kissed-" "You kissed me. I didn't give you my consent." I was shivering out of anger. "Look... Lyanne-" "No, Apollo. You disrespected me as a woman. How do you even know me anyway?" I calmed down a bit so that we'll settle this calmly, too. "I'm sorry, Lyanne... Don't worry, it won't happen again, I promise you that. I knew you from my friend... he actually likes you." Bullshit. "Your friend likes me yet you kissed me?" "I... There's a big reason behind it." Why can't he explain it clearly? "What? Can I at least know the reason? That's my first, you know? That's why I'm so mad at you right now." "That's your first?" He asked, more shockingly. "Oh, why? Was that great news?!" I asked, sarcastically. "You won't understand..." I will not understand? What the hell? "Are you in some kind of bet?" "No. I would not do that to any girl." "Then what?!" "I'll... explain it soon." I was shocked to see that he was preparing to leave. While we're talking, he's already eating. He's done now. "I'll leave. Again, I'm sorry, Lyanne." "I forgive you, but please, I want to live a peaceful life on this campus. I think the best way to also fix this is... we must ignore each other. Don't talk to me and act like you don't know me." "They will not hurt you. Don't worry. I won't let them, either..." He whispered his last statement but it was enough for me to hear it. "You may go now." He just nodded slowly as his response and as soon as he walked away, Candy rushed to our table. "What was that?!" She asked while smiling widely. I don't get why she's so happy about this. "Long story." "Then tell the story while you're eating!" She forced me and now I don't have a choice. I told her what happened and what Apollo and I talked about in that short span of time. She giggled like crazy! Is she not siding with me?! I felt betrayed. The bell rang as a sign that lunch was over. Last subject and one o'clock is our dismissal. Classes were boring and I had to leave early. The last bell rang and it was dismissal. Candy invited me to go to the mall with her but I refused. "I have to go home early, Candy!" I laughed at her stubbornness. "Aw! Fine! You take care while going home, Ly." She kissed my cheek and she now went inside of her car. "C'mon dude! That's still dinner, right?" "Early dinner. I have to go. My dad will kill me if I go home late." Apollo stated. Our gazes met and I immediately looked away. I waited for the taxi and went inside to go home. As soon as I got home, I was confused. My mom was packing our... things? "Oh, darling, baby. You're home!" My mom greeted me and she kissed my cheek. "Why are you packing?" "Oh, didn't I tell you? We're going to stay there for three months... Temporarily don't worry." "Three months?" "Oh, and... I mean you... Me and your step-dad will travel for a while and it's also for business." I want to protest but I want my mom to be happy. I smiled and just nodded. We've been alone in this house ever since my dad died. "Do I have company there?" "Yes! Your step-brother. He's very kind." "Is he older than me?" "Ah... Just a few months, I think? But you're both in college already." My mom then quickly ordered me to pack all of my things that I'd need. This is why she wanted me to come home early, hm? After packing, someone went to our house to fetch us. "This is their... house?" I asked, shockingly. "So big, huh?" My mom was shocked, too. "Hello! Oh, you must be Lyanne! Welcome!" There he is, my mom's second love. "Darling!" They hugged each other and the man kissed my mom's cheek. I smiled when I saw how happy my mom was. I know that dad is also happy seeing my mom this happy. I went near them and I smiled at him. He hugged me and I suddenly missed my dad... "My son is upstairs. Still getting ready." "Oh, I think they'll get along very well!" My mom stated. "They will for sure." How are you both sure? We went inside their mansion and I was amazed at how minimalist their home is. Woah, I think I would love to live here. The ambiance, the environment... feels so peaceful. We went to their dining and my mom and I took a seat. "What country will you both visit?" I joined the conversation. They're talking about their future travels while waiting for the food and his son. "Oh, Japan, New York, Paris, and... more." My mom answered. Oh, I wish to travel, too. Just a few months more, Lyanne... You're graduating already. After that, you work and earn some money and then travel with your loved one. "Oh, here's my son!" I looked up to see his son and... WHAT THE FUCK "Son, this is your step-sister, Lyanne Angel Sauria, and your step-mom, Lilliene Sauria. Darling, Lyanne, meet my son, Apollo Moon Gray." I saw that Apollo was shocked, too. Well, who wouldn't be?! I just clearly stated that we should act like we don't know each other and here we are! "Good evening, Mrs. Sauria... Lyanne..." "Good evening to you, too, Apollo." My mom greeted him back. Apollo just smiled a little and sat down beside his father. He's still looking at me. "Son, you're eight months older than Lyanne. Be a good brother. Lyanne will stay here for three months while me and your step-mom will travel." "You'll travel that long?" Apollo asked. "Well, it's for business, too." His father explained more. The food came and I just distracted myself with the food. "When are you both leaving?" I asked. "Tomorrow, darling. 4 o'clock in the morning is our flight," My mom answered. "Don't forget to call me. I have school tomorrow." "Oh, Lyanne, you don't need to worry about your transportation to school. You'll be with Apollo. You study on the same school, right, son?" "Yes, dad." "Oh, it's fine for me if I'll just take a cab." I don't want to be with him. I saw Apollo looking at me and I looked back. He raised both of his brows and I raised my right brow. It's like he's trying to communicate with me. "Why? Just be with Apollo every time you go to school, darling. Even going home, less expenses! He has a car." My mom included herself in this conversation. I just smiled and continued eating. It was... fun. My mom's boyfriend was kind and I can also see that he loves my mom. Daddy... mom is happy... I hope you're happy, too. "Apollo, escort Lyanne to her room, please." Oh, great. He got my luggage and a maid offered to help, so he gave her the small luggage. No one was talking until he opened a door and it was a... big bedroom! My eyes widened from shock as I saw the room. It's in mint green color... my... favorite color. "This is... your room. My room's just in front of your room." He explained. I looked outside again and saw another door just right across my room. That's his room, huh? "Okay, thank you." "If you need anything just... knock on my door." He stated before going out of my room. I was actually happy to have this room. The bed feels comfy! I turned on the aircon. It took me time to fix all of my things and as soon as I finished, I took a quick bath. The bathroom was fancy, too. I looked outside through the window and saw there was a pool! Oh my gosh! I smiled out of excitement. I went to bed and wow, it is comfy... I wanna take my bed home after three months... Because of tiredness, I fell asleep immediately. I just woke up because of my alarm. I also saw a text from mom that they're already at the airport. I yawned before standing up and went to the bathroom to have a bath. I also brushed my teeth and wore my uniform. I fixed my bag and went out of my room. "Good morning, madam!" The maid greeted me. I smiled. "Good morning." I went down and saw Apollo. He's not wearing his coat and necktie yet. He's already eating breakfast. His eyes looked up and it immediately met my gaze. "Good morning." Wow, what a low voice. "Good morning..." I answered back. "Pancakes? There's bacon too." He pointed out our food and I just nodded. I got one pancake and some bacon. A maid offered coffee and I accepted it. "What time is your dismissal?" Apollo asked. "Uhm... one o'clock. You don't need to wait for me or whatever. It's fine if I go home by cab." I don't want to be with you. I don't want rumors spreading around our school. We're actually blockmates. We have the same course. Business Administration. "Uh, no. My dad will kill me if I let my step-sister go home alone." Does he like me being his sister? Is he... a good brother then? Or was he lonely? Like... me. "Then don't let him or our parents know. I don't want rumors to spread." I told him the truth about why I didn't want to be accompanied by him. "Rumors?" He asked while drinking milk. Wow, what a baby. But... I also drink milk. "Have you forgotten already? You... kissed me." I rolled my eyes and I was shocked that he laughed a bit. "What's funny?" He coughed a bit to stop his laugh. "Nothing." He suddenly became serious. "Don't forget what I told you. Act like we don't know each other." "Fine." He accepted his defeat. He stood up and wore his coat. I was confused. Why wasn't he wearing his neck tie? Oh, right... Ever since, he has never worn his tie correctly. "Why don't you wear your tie?" I asked. He looked at me and his necktie on his hand. "I..." He scratched his head. "I don't know... how to wear... it..." What? He looked so shy right now. I chuckled and stood up. I went to him and got the necktie from his hand. My height was just on his chin. He's tall. I put the necktie on him and tied it correctly. "Tell me if it's too tight." I ordered, and I now adjusted the tie. "There?" I whispered and looked up to face him. He's just looking at me. I immediately got shy and took a step backwards. "Yeah, thank you..." He answered and fixed his coat again and his necktie before getting his bag. "I'll go now." "Take care." "You... too." I nodded at that and quickly finished eating. As soon as I did that, I also got ready and went to school. Don't want to be late. I was immediately confused 'cause I saw Apollo's car just parking like he had just arrived. "Girl!" Oh, there's Candy. I immediately heard the boys and our gaze went to them. I saw Apollo smirking at his friends. "Woah! You're wearing your necktie, dude!" "Is that why you took so long to come here?" His friends were teasing him. I saw him roll his eyes and he looked at me. I immediately looked away and pulled Candy inside the campus. "Lyanne!" Candy and I looked back to see who called me. It was our classmate. "Hi!" It's Karl! Omg... "Hey, you're my partner in making the report. When should we do it?" Him?! Omy... Candy smiled and pinched my arm. I felt... happy. "Uhm, later?" "To your house? So that you're not going to worry about going home." Ha... I don't really live... I have to ask Apollo about this... Damn. "Sure, I'll ask first, then I'll talk to you." We went to our classroom and, while waiting for our professor, I messaged Apollo. To: Apollo Moon Gray Can Karl come to your house? From: Apollo Moon Gray Why? Why the heck do I feel nervous... To: Apollo Moon Gray He's my partner in making the report. From: Apollo Moon Gray Okay, but stay in the living room. Not in your room. Eh? "Karl! Later, after class. On... my house." I told him and he gave me a thumbs up. I wonder what would happen if he knew that the famous Apollo Moon Gray was my step-brother.