Boyfriend Switch

Episode 3: First Kiss, Almost!

Standing close and feeling weak in his arms, as our bodies were pressing against each other, I was ready for my first kiss.

He played a prank and tricked my heart into beating faster for him.

His hands abandoned my neck, I opened my eyes because I felt something soft on my cheeks. He was wiping my lips with a tissue and whispered in my ears, "don't surrender your body to me so easily, you don't even know what I might do to you". The devilish smirk on his gorgeous face was unfair.

The irritating agony I felt in my heart was my first time feeling that way, and he made me feel that way.

I was highly irritated and I wanted to make him feel my agony. I sprang forward and wrapped my arms around him and bit him on his neck. I was satisfied with my revenge. It was evident from the astonished look on his face that I caught him off guard!

"You never hesitate, do you?", he asked me.

I shook my head proudly.

He brushed some cake cream with his index finger and scrubbed it on my neck.

"But... Then again… that's what makes you attractive", he said before pulling me into the strong grip of his ripped arms.

He didn't spare me time to react and placed his gentle lips on my neck and licked the cream off of my skin and sucked over and over at the same spot. I clenched my teeth to stop myself from moaning.

His fingers slipped from bottom to top over the side zipper of my dress. I was restless and all the wild imaginations I had in the hotel room this evening were running in my head.

His hand stopped at my armpit.

His mischievous fingers tickled me.

"Amm.. Aah!", I couldn't keep my voice down anymore.

My legs became lifeless and the electrifying feeling of his touch made me lose my balance. I placed my forehead on his chest and shouted, "Victor...! ...huh... Stop!", but it didn't affect him.

Any longer of this and I was going to burst out in laughter!

* slam *

To my luck, Jennifer barged in and he backed off. I noticed a shining red jewellery box, the kind used to keep rings, held firmly in her hand.

"Oh! I am sorry. Am I interrupting you two?", Jennifer was having fun teasing us.

I was too embarrassed to face aunt Jen and I rushed out of the kitchen door unsteadily.

I leaned against the wall, took deep breaths to calm my heart.

Having regained my senses, I pictured the cute shining box with aunt Jen. It had a golden Mockingjay symbol. I knew about this symbol. It was the label of the biggest jewellery shop in the country. They are famous for their exclusively designed limited edition engagement rings! I didn't need to check inside the box to confirm the beauty and intricacy of the ring. It would be no less than a magnificent ring! Suddenly, a thought came to my mind, "I wish Victor could propose to me with a Mockingjay ring".

"Wait...!"

“What...!? What am I thinking?“

“I am getting way ahead of myself!", I was standing outside the kitchen, day dreaming and blushing.

Victor and aunt Jen were in the kitchen for quite some time. I remember waiting for them and wondering about their conversation because aunt Jen gave me a look as if she was expecting some good news from me, when they walked out of the kitchen.

We said goodbye and Jennifer placed a gentle peck on my right cheek, "visit me anytime dear".

Aunt Jen was such a wonderful host. I made beautiful memories in La bakery because of her.

Victor drove us to a luxury restaurant. I was familiar with the environment as I have been treated to delicious meals in luxury 5-star restaurants by my sister.

We were escorted to our table reserved ahead of time. The ambiance was perfect for dinner.

We ordered steak along with side dishes.

The waitress recommended their best wine and we went ahead with it.

We clinked our glasses, "cheers to new beginnings", Victor said, and we took a sip together, making eye contact throughout.

I was happy to know about his taste preferences. We talked about wine and the different flavors. I felt relaxed and comfortable with him.

He told me about his work and how he has been working hard to become CEO of his company and how much he loves his job, his aspirations for his company and the bright future that comes with it.

His face was beaming with excitement and ambition, just like my sister whenever she shared her day at work with me.

I couldn't help but compare him with my sister.

Bella is currently working really hard as the CEO at her company. Running a company with numerous employees depending on you is really tough and exhausting at times, but Bella puts her best efforts at her job and succeeds. I have immense respect and love for her in my heart.

I saw Victor in the same light when he shared his dreams and aspirations with me. “ When did he sneak up on me and earned my love and respect for him? I guess I'll never know”, I thought.

I was lost in my thoughts. I don't remember the exact words that came out of his mouth but he talked about aunt Jen and how important she is to him. Just like a mother, she raised and loved him. Guided him in his difficult times.

"I should work hard to impress her!", I thought.

My eyes abandoned his eyes for a minute and I was looking down at the wine glass thinking about the near kiss we had at La bakery an hour ago. My eyes traced his face and fixated on his lips. The electrifying feeling in my veins was indescribable and the sensual urge to kiss him at the moment was unknown and exciting at the same time.

I think he sensed my desire to kiss him because the way he was looking at me switched into a seductive glare which was too much to handle and I evaded eye contact.

"Check please", he waved at the waiter.

I don't know how, but he was keen on noticing my feelings. I wanted to leave the place with him to go somewhere private.