Matched With Professor

9. Miss every inch of ur body

Kate’s pov

Emily was choking in the phone, saying repetitively:

“Alex cheated on me. Kate, I need you here.”

I should have called her sooner. I knew something is wrong when Emily is absent at the Party. She prepared well and was so looking forward to the party. She wanted to prove her competitive business talent to her family by nailing down a dream job at the party.

Emily and Alex, a socialite and a band star, a cute couple. Young, good-looking, rich, They have everything for the headline of gossip news. The juicy stuff about them always made a hit online. So it doesn’t take much effort to figure out what happened by browsing i********: posts. When I put ‘Alex’ in the search bar of INS, results pop up like ‘Alex’s new girl?’, ‘Alex broke up?’…

Alex was photographed being together with a girl. I don’t know her. But apparently from all posts, her name is Amy. She is the make-up stylist for the band on tour. That is why she was spotted with Alex in the after party of the show. In a video clip, they were celebrating. Alex was pouring Champaign and the girl standing next to him put her arm around Alex’s neck. They both were laughing happily. After the Champaign toast, the girl kissed Alex on the face. Alex smiled at her and hugged her.

I went through all her posts and the comments on my way to Emily’s.  Well, I would say that she is not that kind of dumb girl. She really has her own charm and business instinct. She is also a famous social media influencer who has millions of followers on i********: & YouTube. Also, she created a cosmetic brand.

That will be hard for Emily. Emily hates to be challenged. She is a proud girl. And she likes Alex very much. She once told me that Alex is her first lover.

The building Emily is living in is surrounded by paparazzi. It’s the first time I witness such a buzz in this town. The town has been quite. The biggest news ever happened was the roof of the cathedral was going to renovate. I can’t keep my eyes open as flashes seem not to stop when I push a way to get into the building. No one but residents and invitees would be allowed to enter the residential thanks to the security.

I ring the doorbell.

Emily opens the door, pulling me inside, and shut the door quickly.

All lights off. All the curtains closed.

Only a candle is burning in the living room

It takes 2 minutes for my eyes to adapt to the dark.

“Hey. How are you holding on? ” I hugged and comforted the girl.

“It’s ok now. Would you like some wine?” Emily smiled faintly

But I know it’s not. A part of Emily is similar to me. We always pretend to be cool even when it does hurt a lot. But we both can see through each other’s weaknesses and know how to support the other one with no need to ask.

“Sure! ”

“Let’s make a toast! ” Emily suggested.

“To boys come and go.”

“To friends always stay!”

“Cheers!” “Cheers”

After a few glasses of wine, I start to feel tipsy.

“Do you think Alex and that make-up stylist got real?” Emily asked in a calm voice as if she was not involved.

“I don’t know, sweetie. Has Alex said anything?”

“I haven’t heard from him since my phone has been dead. Too many calls were asking for my response.” Emily continued, “I couldn’t take it. ”

She is chocking, tears falling down on her cheek.

“I’m so afraid to hear the truth from Alex. What if it’ s real? What if Alex did have an affair? What if Alex loves her? Kate. Tell me what to do, please. ” The alcohol amplifies all emotions. Now the poor girl must feel deep sadness and real despair.

“Come here. Honey. ” I pulled her into my hug and patted her back, “You have to talk to him to find out the truth. Nothing to be afraid of. No matter what the fact is, you will never be alone. You have me.  ”

“You know I told you that Alex is my first lover. I’m so so scared that he would be the last one if we break up. I can’t imagine there is another person who can make me laugh from the bottom of my heart.  ” No girl is proud enough when it comes to true love.

“That is how people usually say about their first lover. If he’s the one, you should trust love. If he isn’t, you will find someone better. Don’t be silly! He won’t be the last one!”  I’m wiping Emily‘s tears, “And you know what? You are much prettier than that stylish even when you cried.”

Emily finally smiled, “Thank you, Kate. ”

“Just get some sleep. All will be figured out tomorrow. I will stay here with you. ” I help Emily lie in bed.  She is so drunk. Must have drunk much more wine before I arrived.

After tucking Emily in, I check my phone. Messages from Nathan pour in.

“Nice pic.” He sent the pic I was photoed outside the building.

“lol. People keep asking about your info. You are very impressive. ”

“R U ok? And your friend? ”

“Will you be also mad if I was seen with other girls? Just wondering”

“Girl. I miss you.”

“And your kisses”

“And your touches”

“And every inch of your body”