Amelia’s POV
“well, it wouldn’t be a lie if we decide to make it a reality”
It’s been a week since he said that, but i just can’t get my mind off it. What does he mean by what he said? Maybe i shouldn’t have walked away just like that, i should’ve asked him. Gosh! This whole thing is driving me crazy. Was he trying to suggest that we date?
I fell flat on my bed, giggling like an idiot as i stared at the ceiling. I don’t even know what i was excited about, even though kai said that, i still wasn’t sure if he wanted us to date or i was just being delusional. Ever since that day, i had not gone out in public again. I was bored, but at least, i got the rest i needed. For some reasons, the WIFI in my room stopped working all of a sudden, and some news channel got blocked, i had a feeling that this was all kai’s attempt to stop me from seeing any news about myself on the internet. While i wanted to see what people think of me after kai gave everyone the impression that we were dating, i think i also need to give myself a break from the internet for the sake of my mental health, because i am pretty sure i am still getting dragged by the whole world, hopefully, everyone gets over this soon.
The thought of what kai said last week crossed my mind again, making me smile. There is no doubt that i like him, i can’t keep lying to myself. I don’t know how it happened but i think I’ve developed feelings for him. I needed to clear my head, i really need to know if he meant what i think he meant and if he also feels the same way, and the only way to do that is if i ask him or tell him how i feel. I don’t really know if that was the right thing to do, but i need to try, the worst that can happen is him saying he doesn’t feel the same way, and life goes on. I didn’t want to make a wrong decision, i need to get Tasha’s opinion first, she is very good at things like this, and i’m pretty sure she’ll be excited that i am finally dating someone i genuinely like after so many years. Although, she had been calling me for the past one week, but i had been ignoring all her calls because i had a feeling that she also saw the news about me, but i didn’t know what to say to her yet. After so much contemplation, i finally decided to call her. i picked up my phone and dialled her number, and just like she’s been expecting my call all these days, she picked up at the first beep.
“amelia, why the fuck have you been ignoring my call!” she yelled out as soon as she picked the call
“i’m sorry, i’ve been so busy” i lied, waiting for her to probably curse me out
“do you know how worried i was after i saw the news about you!? don’t ever ignore my call again” she yelled out again, this time, louder than before
“yes, yes, i understand. I’m sorry, it won’t happen again” i apologized, although, i didn’t really mean what i said, i just wanted to get her to stop scolding me
“i saw the news about you and your boss, is it true?” she asked. silence stepped in as i thought about what happened again, that was a question that i have been pondering on lately, is it true? Are we really dating now or kai was just messing with me?
“that’s why i called” i finally answered after a while
“please don’t tell me you’re dating him?” Tasha asked almost in a plea
“i know you’ll probably be disappointed at me, but i think i like him” i started, but i only got silence from her side “no, i actually do like him” i corrected myself
The silence stretched as i anxiously waited for her response
“why do you like someone like him?” she asked after a while, her voice steady
“i don’t know, Tasha. He didn’t give me any reason to like him, yet i still fell for him” i answered sincerely. I also didn’t know why i liked him, maybe i don’t need any valid reason to like someone?
“amy, you cannot like him. That man is a total red flag” she said, attempting to sound composed, but her tone betrayed her
“i mean….. red is my favourite colour after all” i said with a shrug, attempting to sound funny, but Tasha wasn’t having it at all.
“amelia, this is no time to joke!” tasha said with an angry tone
“but do i really need a reason to like someone? Kai is not as bad as the media paint him, i promise” i said, hoping she’ll just agree with me for ones
“kai is not a man you should even wish to live close to, that man is the devil himself, he’ll only end up hurting you, and there’s……
“Tasha” i muttered calmly, interrupting her rant “you should be happy that i finally like someone after so many years. I don’t need you to tell me who i can date and who i can’t date, i know you’re older but you should also consider my feelings when you give your opinion. I have always supported you in everything you do, all i am asking is for you to support me just this once” i said, already pissed. Tasha remained quiet for a while, i think i might have been reckless with my words, i was about apologizing when she spoke out.
“i’m sorry amelia, you’re right. I should support, i was only worried about your safety, i didn’t want you to get hurt because of anyone, i hope you understand my intensions” she said, her voice dropping low
“i understand, and i really appreciate that, but i think you should let me make decisions o my own sometimes. It’s okay to make mistakes, remember? You always say that” i said and we both chuckled
Another awkward silence stepped in again, but i spoke first, breaking the silence
“i’m going to ask him if he likes me tonight” i said, my voice leaving no room for her opinion
“alright, girl. I am rooting for you, remember, even when the whole world is against you, i’ll always have your back” she said, although she sounded hesitant with her first statement.
“i love you so much, tasha” i said with a smile
“i love you more, amy” she said, i could feel her smile over the phone.
“one more thing” tasha stated before i could say goodbye “i think you should come see your mom. Doctor Lucas called a few days ago saying that a young man visited your mother a few days ago, and offered to pay for her surgery. He already made payment, but we still need your permission to carry on with the surgery since you’re her only guardian” tasha said
“wait, who?” i asked, my tone raising in shock
“i don’t know. He said the person asked to keep his identity anonymous” she said. I wonder who that is, i don’t remember telling anyone about my mom’s medical condition or asking for any financial assistance from anyone. Who could it be? and what does the person aim to gain by doing that? whoever it was, i am really grateful, the least they could do was drop their name and contact information to enable me reach out to them and appreciate them.
“okay. I’ll come see her whenever i complete my sentence. Because kai has got me under house arrest ever since the allegation. He keeps saying that he handled everything and things are a bit better now, but i have a feeling that it only got worse, no?” i asked while tasha chuckled
“well, i’m sorry, but i won’t be able to share any info with you. it’s for your own good” she said while i nodded
It definitely has gotten worst
After my call with Tasha ended, i went back to playing video games on my phone, that was all i have been doing for the past week. My daily routine was now; taking a shower, watching movies, playing video games, have breakfast, lunch, dinner and ending my day with natasha who never fails to call me every night to keep me company. After dinner alone in my room, i had a shower, did my skincare routine, put on my pyjamas and headed outside to find kai. I went to the roof which was his usual spot every evening. Opening the door, i was met with no one but a bottle of whine on the floor. It seemed kai had gone to bed earlier today, but I walked in anyways, the weather was perfect today, so, i wouldn’t mind sitting here for a while before going to bed. i had just entered when i heard a deep voice, making me jolt in shock.
“looking for me?” i heard i deep voice asked making me jolt. I turned around to see kai resting at the corner of the rooftop
“gosh! You scared the shit out of me!” i said placing my hands against my chest in shock
Kai offered me a small smile, his gaze warm as he looked at me. "i really hope you are not about to seduce me again" he teased, as he looked at me from head to toe
“well, i am not here to find you. i just want to……. get some fresh air” i lied, my face flushing with embarrassment
I heard him chuckle as he got up, walking towards me, “come swim with me” he offered as he got into the pool
“are you drunk?” i asked standing at the edge of the pool
“do i look like i’m drunk?” he asked dipping his body dipper into the water
"No, you don't look drunk," I admitted with a playful smile. "But it's not exactly warm out here, you know."
Kai shrugged nonchalantly, the corners of his lips quirking up into a mischievous grin. "Who said anything about being warm?" he retorted, gesturing towards the pool invitingly. "Besides, a little cold water never hurt anyone."
I arched my eyebrow, my lips twitching with amusement, was this man really trying to give me a cold? This was definitely not the perfect weather for swimming in this cold water, "thanks for the offer, but i’ll pass?" i replied crouching down at the edge of the pool and dipping one finger into the pool as i felt the cold water.
I was caught off guard when Kai suddenly grabbed my hand and pulled me into the pool with a playful splash. A startled scream escaped my lips as i tumbled into the chilly water, my heart racing with surprise and adrenaline.
Instinctively, my arms wrapped around Kai's neck as I struggled to regain my balance in the water. Kai held me firmly around the waist, his strong arms providing a sense of stability.
My initial shock quickly gave way to annoyance as I realized that my clothes were all wet. I smacked Kai's shoulder at that realization. “how do you expect me to go back to my room on wet clothes?" I exclaimed, though there was a hint of laughter in my tone.
Kai chuckled, his laughter echoing through the night as he looked down at me. "well, you can come over to my room after the swim and i’ll give you some warm clothing" He said, his eyes glistening with mischief
No, he wasn’t trying to provide solution for the problem he caused, rather, he was trying to get into my pants
“wow, how generous of you” i replied sarcastically
Silence stepped in, the only sound being the gentle lapping of water against the sides of the pool. I could feel Kai's gaze lingering on me, his eyes grazing through me with an intensity that sent shivers down my spine. i looked down and my face flushed in embarrassment when i found out that my pyjamas was now transparent from getting wet, and i was technically naked because i didn’t having any bra underneath.
Before I could react, Kai closed the distance between us, his lips capturing mine in a sudden kiss. Shock rippled through me as I instinctively responded to his touch. His kiss was demanding, filled with a raw desire that ignited a fire within me. I found myself melting into his embrace, my hands tangling in his hair as I submitted to the intoxicating sensation of his lips against mine.
For a moment, time seemed to stand still as we lost ourselves in each other, But as quickly as it had begun, the kiss came to an abrupt end, leaving me breathless and disoriented. I gazed up at Kai, my heart pounding in my chest as I searched his eyes for any sign of regret or hesitation.
Instead, I found myself met with a smouldering gaze, his lips curved into a smirk that sent a thrill down my spine. i lowered my head as my face heated up while his gaze pierced through me, for some reasons, it seemed like he enjoyed watching me get embarrassed during times like this.
“let’s have a swimming competition” i suggested in an attempt to break the awkward silence and make him take his eyes of me.
“what would be the winner’s prize” kai asked, his gaze still on me, making be act more awkward.
I looked around and my eyes was met with his phone which was at the edge of the other side of the pool, and without thinking, i opened my mouth to speak. “if i get to your phone first, you’ll have to make me your wallpaper for 365 days” i suggested
That was a dumb idea, but i already said it anyways
“what about me? what do i get from you if i win?” he asked, his gaze moving back to me. it seemed like the more i try to change the awkward situation, the more he tries to bring it back. and whenever he looks at me, i always end up acting like someone who doesn’t have a brain and making a fool of myself, and i think he enjoys watching me make a fool of myself which explains why he was intentionally trying the make the situation more awkward.
“you can do the same to me too” i answered quickly looking away
“no... that’s not what i want” he started with a smirk “ i want…..
Before he could finish, i quickly interrupted him. Not wanting him to finish talking because i already know what he would request for.
“that’s the final deal, let the game begin!!” i said, my voice raising unnecessarily
God, i’m a mess
Thankfully, he didn’t push forward, he nodded in agreement while i heaved a sigh of relief.
On the count of three, we launched ourselves into the water, the cool liquid enveloping us as we propelled ourselves forward with all our strength.
With each stroke, I could feel the adrenaline running through my veins, driving me to push harder and swim faster. My heart pounded in my chest as I focused all my energy on reaching Kai's phone before he could.
As we neared the edge of the pool, I could see Kai's phone just within reach. With one final burst of speed, I lunged forward, my fingers grazing the surface of the water as I snatched the device from its position.
“got it” i said with a laugh as i turned to find kai still far behind
Quickly regaining my composure, I swiped his phone open and held it up triumphantly, a wide grin spreading across my face as I snapped a quick selfie, capturing me in front and kai at the background.
"you’ll have to keep your promise" I exclaimed, my voice filled with excitement as I went to his gallery to search for the photo i had just taken. As I scrolled through Kai's phone gallery to find the photo, I was met with a surprising sight. Instead of just a one picture, there was an entire album filled with images of me. All of the photos were taken when we were out working together and while i was completely unaware. How did he manage to take so many unaware photos of me without me noticing? There was no single photo of him in his gallery, just photos of me.
"Why do you have all these pictures of me?" I asked still in shock
Kai's expression remained impassive as he watched me scroll through the photos, his features giving away nothing of what he might be thinking. When I finally looked up at him, my eyebrows knit together in confusion, waiting for an explanation.
He shrugged nonchalantly, his tone casual as he responded, "I take pictures of everything when I'm out working. You just happen to be in a lot of them."
His response was matter-of-fact, devoid of any sentiment or emotion
“that wasn’t convincing” i said “it wouldn’t cost you nothing to be sweet for once” i said as i kept swiping, while swiping, i came across a video of me, it first started at my back and then slowly moved to my ass, settling there and zooming in. i turned to look at kai who turned around, pretending not to be looking.
“you creep” i said, not able to withhold my smile
“it wasn’t about you.. i just…. Loved the dress” he said, but it sounded like a lie.
As silence stretched on, disrupted only by the soft lapping of water against the sides of the pool, I selected a photo of myself and set it as both Kai's home and lock screen, a mischievous grin playing on my lips.
Before I could revel in my small victory, Kai's arms encircled me, pulling me closer to him. The sudden intimacy caught me off guard, my breath hitched as his lips met mine in a tender yet passionate kiss.
Lost in the moment, I found myself melting into his embrace. With his arms around me, i felt safe, i wish i could live in the moment forever and i wish our relationship could be something more intimate than sex and momentary pleasure. But as the kiss deepened, I couldn't shake the nagging thoughts that lingered at the back of my mind.
Breaking the kiss, I met Kai's gaze, uncertainty flickering in his eyes as he tried to understand why i suddenly broke the kiss. "Do you want me to stop?" he asked, his voice laced with concern as our eyes locked.
Surprised by his unexpected question, I hesitated for a moment, my mind racing with conflicting thoughts and emotions. But before I could respond, Kai's voice broke through my mind, his next question catching me off guard.
"Amelia," he murmured, his eyes searching mine with an intensity that made my heart skip a beat. "Are you cold?" he asked, his concern evident in his voice.
The unexpected question sent a jolt of realization gushing through me, my heart racing as I struggled to find the right words. But as I looked into Kai's eyes, I knew that I couldn't keep my feelings hidden any longer.
"Kai," I blurted out, the words tumbling from my lips before I could stop them. "do you like me?"