Sparks Fly

Chapter 2 Leave

Zarina’s pov:

Nico was stunned. He was staring at the man next to me. I was a little nervous because this man might speak up and say I was just lying. I just crossed my fingers while praying in my mind that he would not say anything that would make me look like a fool.

"And who is that man? I've never seen him here before! You're lying Zarina, you just want me to stay away from you! I can see it in your eyes that it’s not true," Nico said as if he was so sure.

Sh*t! Why am I such an honest person? It's so hard to lie! I felt scared and nervous, I was shaking and couldn't speak. I want to leave! I would have just let go of the man's hand to get on my motorbike and run away but... he suddenly tightened his grip which surprised me a lot.

"Zari isn't lying,” said the man holding my hand.

Z-Zari? Did he call me… Zari?

His voice... it was low, calm and very pleasant to listen to. He seems very confident in himself and the way he speaks entice me. B-but what is he thinking? Why is he helping me?

I couldn't believe it so I turned my gaze to him slowly and there, my jaw almost dropped when I saw him up close. I was only up to his shoulder; his smell was very fragrant and he looked so appealing. Most of all, even though I can only see his side view with those sunglasses on his eyes, I can't help but admire his very handsome face! How much more handsome would he be if he was already facing me? Sh*t!

"Who are you? Don't interfere with us!" Nico irritably said to the guy.

I couldn't speak anymore and I just looked at the two of them alternately. Shocks! What did I do? What's happening?

Nico looked at the man next to me angrily and the man just grinned which made Nico even more annoyed. The man turned to me with a sweet smile on his face. I stared at him and even though I couldn't see his eyes I knew he was also staring at me. I don't know how I feel but I can hear my heart pounding, I can hardly breathe and my throat starting to feels dry. W-Why? What’s this feeling?

"Zarina! Who's that guy!? Stay away from him!" Nico ordered me but I didn't seem to hear it.

"She told you, I'm her boyfriend!" the man sneered at Nico before… his lips touched mine!

Mmmp!!!

I don’t know how I’m going to react. I know I’m the one at fault here and now, I was already confused as to what I was going to do!? I also felt like my heart stopped beating because of what he did! Sh*t!

My eyeballs almost popped out of my eyes. My body stiffened but I didn’t refuse that kiss of his as if I felt I desperately needed it. I just slowly closed my eyes and savored the softness and sweetness of his lips that he allowed me to taste. So, is this… heaven?

After a few seconds our lips parted from each other, but I feel like I want more!? Gosh! What is this? It's like I'm addicted to his lips!? I bit the bottom of my lip and to my embarrassment, I just bowed my head to hide the redness on my face. The guy pulled me closer to him before he looked back at Nico who was staring blankly at us.

 "And you can never take her away from me! Never," the man added with an annoying grin on his face.

When I heard what he said, my heart almost went crazy as it pounded inside my chest! I'm going to lose my sanity, sh*t!

Nico's eyebrows were already meeting in annoyance. I noticed that he clenched his fists tightly and his sharp eyes moved back and forth between me and the guy next to me.

He sighed and shook his head as if he still couldn't believe it, he was so disappointed in me. He turned his back on us and opened their gate. He was full of frustration when he entered their yard. He didn't look back at us until he finally entered their house. I breathed a sigh of relief as I could no longer see him. Thank goodness!

"So, where are we going now… babe?" asked the man who made me nervous again.

I was stunned for a few seconds before I looked back at him again in shock, "H-ha? W-what are you saying!?"

He did not answer. He just stared at me and I felt my cheeks heat up again!

He chuckled.

Sh*t! Maybe I look stupid!?

Maybe he thinks I'm crazy!

I feel like I want to cry, ugh! Gosh! Why did that stupid idea enter my mind?

Why did I do that?

Ow gosh! So awkward. Tzk!

Lord Fredrick’s pov:

"You're so stubborn Reagan! I'm old and no one else will inherit my title but you! But why are you acting like that!? What if I die tomorrow? How can you protect our kingdom? How can you take care of our constituents? Our wealth? Our honor!?" I asked my grandson with annoyance.

We were at the table eating our lunch with her mother and her youngest sister, Natalia, who was only sixteen years old. Reagan remained silent while eating. I turned to Lady Eloisa, her mother and she just forced a smile on me. She also doesn’t seem to convince her son to become the Duke of Norfolk.

I took a deep breath. I understand my grandson, he is only 23 years old and he is still too young to become a duke but there is no one to replace me but him.

If Richard hadn’t just died then I wouldn’t have forced Reagan to take my place. Richard was his father and my only child but he died when Reagan was only fifteen years old from a serious illness.

"And who do you want to take my place? Natalia?" I growled at him again.

Reagan smirked. He doesn't really take my words seriously. What am I going to do with this kid!?

"Grandpa, can you stop saying you're old and you're going to die! Is there anyone dying who speaks as loud as a siren? You look even stronger than my horse Chase!” he chuckled.

"Reagan, don't make fun of your grandfather. He's stressed out because of you," Eloisa said to her son.

I know Raegan is too young for this but I also know his ability. I have been watching him since he was a child and I can say he is intelligent and kind to everyone but sometimes he is foolish.

I sighed in frustration.

"Reagan, I'm old. I wish I could relax and enjoy the rest of my time in this world," I said seriously.

“My Lord!” Eloisa said emotionally.

Reagan stopped spooning his food. Slowly, the grin on his face disappeared and his expression became serious. He put down the spoon before he looked at me with his genuine eyes.

“I want to think about my decision first,” he boldly said.

"What do you mean? You know you have no other option but to accept my title," I frowned at him.

"Why did Lord Zander manage to renounce his fate? Why didn't he accept to become the Duke of Cambridge? How did he do that? Why did he do that?" Raegan asked continuously.

I felt nervous. Why is he asking me like this? Does he intend to give up being my heir? Is that so?

"Unlike the Lord of Cambridge who had two sons, I have no other heir. Your father's best friend, Lord Zander chose to have a simple life in America and left his royal family to build his own. But Raegan, whatever you have in mind, don't forget that you are the only one who can be the next Duke of Norfolk " I reminded him.

I could see the disapproval in his eyes but he could do nothing to break his destiny.

Raegan is so smart. Perhaps he knew his role would be heavy when he became a duke and this boy did not want to be confined to that role. I know he still wants to do a lot for himself. He likes to socialize with ordinary people because he says he learned more from them. He enjoyed helping people more than staying here in the mansion or attending events with other royal clans.

He was like his father who was helpful and had a humble heart for other people.

“Okay,” I said then sighed.

Eloisa and Natalia looked at me at the same time with confusion on their faces.

“I'll give you time. Do the things you want to do that you won't be able to do when you become a duke. Find what you want to find, and answer the questions you want to be answered but after that… I want you to come back and face your destiny here in Norfolk," I said.

"Father, what do you mean?" Eloisa asked me in shock.

I know Eloisa was upset with what I said but I think I had to give Raegan what he desired before he would accept my demand.

Suddenly Raegan stood up and all our eyes were on him. The foolish young man was grinning but his eyes were serious.

"In that case, I'm going to pack my things now!" he said.

Eloisa was bothered so she stood up and restrained her son, "Raegan!"

I could also see the concern on Natalia's eyes but she just kept quiet. This decision of mine was difficult but I think Raegan needed it not only for him to consent but for him to fully accept his destiny. He will see the world outside the mansion, he will learn the things I want him to understand. But, I’m also afraid that he might choose to live like a simple man rather than be a Duke of Norfolk like the old prince of Cambridge, Lord Zander.

But I know my grandson. He is responsible for everything and even though he is foolish sometimes, he always keeps his promises to me.

I just hope that he will fulfill our agreement again.

"Father, take back what you said! Please! He might not be able to come back," Eloisa said almost in tears.

Raegan turned his back on us and paused for a moment, "I'll be back. If I've found a reason to come back, I'll be back!"

"Raegan! Raegan, don't leave!" Eloisa stopped him but Raegan walked away from us and he didn't look back at his mother.

His determined. I decided not to stop him because I was the one who told him to do that. My head hurt but I just let him go and continued eating my food. I have to stand by my words to him and I am sure he will obey me. But I was also a little apprehensive when he said that he would only return when he found a reason.

I just hope that my death will not be the reason for him to go home.