Operation Date The Playboy

THE FIGHT

TORI's POV *

"Ladies and Gentlemen, may I have your attention please." Zach cried-out.

He wrapped his right hand around my shoulder and drawn me closer to him. "This girl here is Victoria Peige, the heiress of the famous Prestige Hotels, she's my new girlfriend."

My eyes widened, my mouth is still ajar. At first I thought he would say it in front of my friends, but in front of the students here in the cafeteria? Is he trying to humiliate me!

Everyone in the cafeteria gasped, whispered even. It's as if this is some kind of a sick stupid joke. They were all staring at me. Most of the girls were giving me deadly glare. I was so embarrassed I could feel my whole face burning.

"What's the meaning of this!" Nathan asked furiously.

"That's it! No more questions, you, you and definitely you, out! We'll discuss this outside! Now!" Chloe demanded. She pointed at me, Nathan and Zach. We were now making a scene. Zach is still in his usual self, grinning like a jerk in front of everyone.

We all did what she said and we all went outside. Then that is where Chloe burst. "Bullshit Zach! What the hell was that about!"

"Ask your friend, I'm not the one who started this." He responded calmly. Then everyone looked at me. It never occurred to me that I also have to explain this to my friends. And it's so freakin' difficult. They know me too well. They can tell if I'm lying or not. I have to make this realistic.

I went to Zach's side and grabbed his arms. "I... I like Zach. I asked him a while ago if I could be his girlfriend." I explained, trying to hide the stutter and nervousness in my voice.

"Are you out of your mind? Yesterday you hated him, now you're telling us that you...you...like this jerk!" Nathan stated, oblivious at his own question.

"My words exactly... watch your mouth s**t-face!" Zach threatened and stepped towards Nathan's direction ready to punch him but luckily I was clinging unto his arms so I stopped him.

"Enough!" Chloe protested. She looks annoyed and doesn't appear to be contented with my explanation. "You really like him? Fine, then kiss him. You've never given your first kiss yet and you told me that you want it to be special. You'll give it to the right one. And since you claim that you like Zach and he's now your boyfriend prove it." Chloe provoked.

Chloe knows me so much. Yes I told her that my first kiss will be with the person that I love and I definitely do not love Zach. I can't give him my first kiss, not with him! I hate him so much. But if this is the only way to convince them, I guess I have to sacrifice this. I have sacrificed a lot anyway, my pride, my dignity and now this.

I looked at Zach and closed my eyes, I'll just imagine that it's Nathan I'm going to kiss.

I was leaning to Zach when I heard something; I opened my eyes and saw Zach on the floor. Nathan looks angry did he punch him? Zach stood up; ready to punch Nathan in the face but luckily Chloe went in the way.

"Stop this! Take your fight somewhere else! Not in front of us!" Chloe demanded and they all calmed down. Yes, they all listened to Chloe because they both like her.

I went towards Zach and touch the part of his face where Nathan hit him. Of course this is a scene to make the story more realistic, a concerned girlfriend helping her boyfriend, but at the same time I felt a little bit guilty because I know that the reason he's in this situation was because of me.

Zach slapped my hands, looks like he doesn't want to be touched or be pitied.

He looked at Nathan. "You'll pay for this. We're not yet done!" He proclaimed. This is a total mess. I never thought it would be a total disaster. I'm just trying to help Chloe. Zach grabbed my hands and we walked away.

"Where are you going!" Nathan complained furiously.

Zach stopped, glanced back and then he gave Nathan a smirk. "None of your business s**t-head."

"Where are we going?" Now it's my turn to ask.

"The Infirmary." He simply stated.

"Infirmary? Why?" I queried.

"As my girlfriend, it's your duty to accompany me wherever I want to go. Besides, the ice won't walk to my face by itself right?" He informed me sarcastically.

I saw Nathan trying to come our way but Chloe stopped him. They're both surprised. I couldn't blame them. I've got a lot of explaining to do with Nathan and Chloe. I have to convince them that I really like Zach. There's no way I'm telling them the truth.

Zach and I walked away and headed to the infirmary. We arrived there and he finally let go of my hand. Geez, his grip's really painful.

"Get some ice." He commanded. He doesn't want a demanding girlfriend but he's the one demanding too much? Now I'm really regretting this decision. But there's no turning back now.

I obeyed him and got the ice pack out the fridge and put it forcefully in his face.

"Ouch! Be gentle!" He shrieked. Good for you. Now I think you really deserve Nathan's punch. You're such a jerk!

"I'm sorry. I'll be gentle." I apologized trying my best not to be sarcastic.

"You're now officially my girlfriend. And everyone knows it. So how does it feel?" He asked with a smirk on his face.

"I'm so happy. Thank you." I lied.

"You being my girlfriend isn't so bad after all. But you have to make sure that I wont regret this decision." I tried my very best not to roll my eyes in dismay. He's being so arrogant even in a situation like this. " By the way." He called out. "Thank you for coming with me here and taking care of me. I really appreciate it." He finished with a smiled. I was taken aback by his words and smile. Is he for real? Does this side of him really exist? Did I just blush? No way!

"I'm your girlfriend and I should be taking care of you." I smiled back. Now what am I saying?

"Well that's enough. I think I should sleep for a while. You should be heading to your class now. You've missed a lot." He said with concerned look on his face. "By the way, wait for me later. I'll drive you home." He added.

So he's being a gentleman now? I thought he didn't believe in sticking to one girl and now he's offering me a ride home? Did Nathan punch him too much?

"Oh no need for that, Nathan will do it. He always drives me home. Besides, I know you still have a lot of things to do so don't worry about it. I can handle myself." I assured him.

He grabbed my hands and he gave me a serious look. "No! You will wait for me and I'll be the one to drive you home. I'm your boyfriend, not that jerk Nathan. Understood?"

I was a little surprise at this sudden declaration. "Yes I understand. I have to go now. Sleep well." I hurriedly said and swiftly went out of the clinic.

My heart's beating fast and I'm blushing. I didn't want him to notice so I immediately went out of the room. Why is he saying those words? It's not normal for a guy like him to say that. Maybe I'm still not used to the situation.

The term boyfriend, drive you home, it's still processing in my head. I should get used to it. For sure, I'll encounter those words more often.

Because now there's no turning back and it's official...

I am dating the playboy.

---END OF CHAPTER FOUR---