Matched With Professor

8. She fell for me too?

Nathan’s pov

There is Kate. She is looking around to locate somebody. I don’t know who she is looking for. But she obviously didn’t find it. And she pretends not knowing me when I nod to her.

She walks to the bar, sitting and sipping a glass of white wine. Several men lay eyes on her. I’m not surprised as she is glamorous.  No men would not notice her when she entered the hall.

I walk up to the bar and ask for a whiskey，wondering about how to start a conversation with her. In the meanwhile, I saw a guy approaching her and introducing himself. And she shook his hand slightly. I can’t hear what the guy was saying. But she is happy with what he said. I can see her mouthing the words “Thank you ”. And the guy made a closer move, murmuring at her ear. She moved aside and tried to keep a decent distance from him. I can see a kind of shock and unwillingness in her eyes. I feel unknown anger in my body when seeing another man flirting with her. 

She is my girl. Will be.

I’m going to save her from the awkwardness.

“Hi, I’m Nathan. Have we met before? You look familiar.” My hand stretched out to him

“Hey, I’m Robert. I’m not sure. But it doesn’t matter. We met now. ” He took and shook my hand. What a sweet talker.

And he handed me a name card. It reads Robert Anison, Partner of Blue Capital. That is actually a well-known venture capital in Silicon Valley. They are famous for their enterprise value, which is “Make it quick and make it big.”  But I rejected their offer at my angel-round funding. I didn’t and don’t think they understand what I am doing. I prefer a partner rather than an investor only.

“Nathan Elwick, a short-term invited lecturer. Nice meeting you.”

“Likewise. I guess we did meet before. You are the founder of GameOn, right?  ” He recognized me.

“Yes. I am. Who is this lovely lady?” I gestured to Kate.

“Kate Wilson. A post-graduate from Business School. Nice to meet you, Mr. Elwick.” She still pretends it’s the first time we meet.

“We had a nice conversation. Ms. Wilson showed her unique insights into business and investments. So I invited her to join Blue Capital when she graduates. It would be my pleasure to have you. ”

“Pleasure will be mine. Thanks for your offer, Mr. Anison.” Kate replied politely.

“Robert, I don’t want to be rude. But I always try my best to earn brilliant talents. So Ms. Wilson, if you are interested in a fast-growing start-up, GameOn has your position too. We are going to open up the female gaming market, which I believe you will make a great contribution even a good lead.” I truly meant in.

“Now Nathan, I can see what makes you a remarkable CEO.” Robert grinned at me, implying that I poked his candidate.

“I have to give it a try.” I smirked.

“Thank you, Sir. I will seriously considerate it ” Kate said.

That’ s the whole point of the party, creating a connection between A-list entrepreneurs and top-performed students. Invited ones may gain an entrance ticket of internship everyone dreams of. Enterprises can also lock up competitive graduates. It’s a win-win.

“Ok. If you’ll excuse me.” I shook Robert’s hand and hugged Kate to say bye. When I hugged her, I said: “meet at the bathroom” in her ear.

Then I leave. I’m not sure if she will follow. She is not an obedient person. But I bet that she also have something to talk to me. Chemistry cannot be fake.

I wait in the washroom.

(knock knock)

“Who is it?”

“It’s me” It’s her.

I opened the door and she slid in.

There is an awkward silence.

“I heard that you’ve canceled my course”

“Yes. I told them there’s nothing wrong with you. You are a great lecturer. Everyone in the class enjoys your lectures.”

“Thanks. That’s kind of you. Err. Listen, Kate. I know what I said and have done in the office might have scared you. But my feeling for you is real. I know you might not believe a guy that you just met on Tinder for several days. But like I said to Robert, I have to give it a try. I don’t want to let you go without making any efforts. ”

She looked at me, saying nothing while eyes welling up with tears.

That made me nervous. I hate to see her tears. I don’t want her being sad.

“Please say something. Kate. Are you alright?”

She remained mute.

“Am I just a f**k buddy to you?” I asked and tried to hide my disappointment

She shook her head. That’s a slight hope I can hold onto

“So why is it so hard for you to admit how you feel?”

“What do you want me to admit?!  I am a stupid student who f**k and fell for her professor?! And you know what?! There’s a worse part. We met on Tinder. It’s an app for booty calls rather than love! ” Tears fell down on her cheek.

I hold her to my chest， soothing her back. Her chocked voice slowly quite down. And I lower my head to reach her lips, kissing her gently, murmuring to her

“It’s ok, my girl.”

“Is it too soon for a relationship?” She put her arms on my shoulder from the back.

“No. when love comes, you can’t just let it go.”  I pinched her face cheek gently.

“Nathan, I am not a promise believer.” She buried her head in my chest.

“I say what I mean. And I will keep my word. ” I hold her tighter when I said it.

I can feel her nodding slightly.

“By the way, how’s your bottom doing? Did I spank you too hard? ” I teased on her intentionally.

“F*uck you!” She swears and laughs, using her fist to hit my chest.

I grabbed her fist

“Watch your language, little girl. Or your ass will suffer more ” I smirked at her, and slapped her bottom as a warning.

She is chuckling. You don’t know how happy I am at the moment.

Kate’s phone rang. She picked up.

“Hey Em. Where are you? I couldn’t find you at the party.”

“Ohh, sweetie. Don’t cry! I’ll see you in 20mins.”

Then she hanged up

“I’m going to leave. It’s an SOS from my bestie. See you.” She kissed me to say bye.

I definitely will have a sweet dream tonight.