Chapter 7-11

  Chapter 7

                        Whitney pov 

I wind down the car window letting the breeze sway my hair

"Where are we going" I asked jasper

"Somewhere private" he replied 

"I know,but where are we headed" I asked sarcastically 

"A restaurant, you gonna love it" he replied 

I know I might begin to sound rude, but one thing I hate is a guy who flirts

It wasn't even up to 10 minutes and he was all over another girl sheesh 

What if I actually agree to marry him, I'm sure his gonna be worst. I thought 

We soon got to a restaurant downtown 

"Here we are"he said opening the door and getting down from the car

I took of my seat belt and also came down

'Alfredo pasta house' was written at the top of the restaurant 

"Shall we" he said gesturing to the restaurant 

I nodded and he walked ahead while I followed behind

He winked at every girl he saw which got me disgusted 

We went into VIP section of the restaurant and took a table

Soon a waitress came to take our orders, I wondered if she really was a waitress or a call girl

Her shirt was almost open and her skirt looked undersized 

"May I take your orders sir" she said gazing at Jasper flirtatiously which he returned with a wink

"The usual, what about you Whitney" he said turning gaze to me

"Spaghetti with meatballs please" I  said to the waitress who was eyeing me scornfully

 

"I'll go get your orders sir and ma'am" she said the ma'am like she was forced to before walking away.

I rolled my eyes inwardly what's her problem it's not like we've met before. I thought 

"Seems like you come here often" I said trying to start up a conversation 

We just can't sit here and stare at each other....right?

"Yeah I do, I'm actually a friend to the owner of this place" he relaxed on his seat

"Oh, i see" I nodded

"So what's your personal information apart from Whitney" he asked

"Well, my name is Whitney Hayes, I'm 18 years old...

I'm still in high school and an aspiring chef" I said not wanting to go down in details

                       

"Hmm that's nice" he  smirked 

"What about you" I asked

"Well,I'm sure you know my name,im the son of a business tycoon" he said proudly 

I scoffed within 

"Aside from being the son of a tycoon I do own my own companies, resorts...

I have fleets of cars ranging from BMW to sport cars, I own esta...." he was cutted off when the waitress brought our orders

I digged into my food not wanting to hear his ranting about how rich he is

But he kept on talking nonstop, I sighed frustratingly regretting why I agreed to this stuff

All done with my food I wiped my lips with a napkin.

You won't believe he's still talking about his riches

'𝐼 𝑔𝑜𝑡𝑡𝑎 𝑔𝑒𝑡 𝑜𝑢𝑡𝑡𝑎 𝒉𝑒𝑟𝑒' I thought 

"Um.. please excuse me I need to use the restroom" I said interrupting what he was saying 

"Sure go ahead" he said

I stood up searched for the restroom and did my business before getting out

Walking back to our table I told him I  had to leave.

He nodded then paid for our meal before we left

Getting outside he suddenly caged me with  both hands on the car 

"What are you doing" I asked with a frown

"I was wondering if we could have some fun...

Maybe we could go to a hotel" he suggested 

I rolled my eyes getting his point

"Sorry mister I'm not interested, I have to go" I said trying to get his hands off the car so I could move

But he only added pressure to it 

"Come on, okay can I at least get a kiss" he said staring at my lips 

"No, now let me go" I said getting pissed off

"it's just a kiss, I've been dying to taste those lush lips of yours" he said bringing his face close to mine 

I quickly punch him and kicked him in the gut making him fall on his knees 

"Look here mister never in your life try that  shit with me or you'll get more than that" I warned

I walked away from his presence fuming in anger before boarding a taxi 

                             Chapter 8

                          Whitney pov 

💭how dare he, so he thinks because he's rich, he thinks he can act anyhow he likes with me..

I don't blame him its because girls fall for his stupid charms he thing he I'll be the same with other girls...

Other guys who tried that nonsense with me either ended in the hospital or they left with a mark on their skin💭 I thought 

The cab man stopped in front of a fabric shop 

"Please wait here,I'll be out in five minutes " I told him. He nodded

I went into the fabrics shop and bought the remaining materials I would be needing to make Jack and I costumes for the dance

I went out of the shop,getting into the cab with the items I bought 

I told the cab my house address before zooming off

Getting to my house, I got down from the cab and payed the driver 

Struggling with the bags I walked to the porch before opening the door and walked into the house.

💭I must be late for dinner💭 I thought looking around. 

I walked past the kitchen to see my family eating dinner

"Hey family" I greeted with a smile 

"Oh pumpkin your back, you're a little late for dinner" dad said 

"I know, I'll go freshen up and join you guys" I said climbing the stairs walking to my to my room.

I dropped the bags I brought before taking of my shoes and any other stuff on my body...

Before stripping and putting on a much simpler clothe.

I later joined my family for dinner 

"Pumpkin how was your date with Jasper" dad asked

"Pretty good I guess" I replied curtly 

The look on moms face wasn't really good ,  she was wearing a frown and I knew all wasn't well

I immediately began feeling nervous 

"Whitney meet me at the terrace when you're done with your food" mom said wiping her lips with napkin before standing up and walking out of the dining area 

I sighed knowing I was in trouble, I quickly finished my meal and went to meet mom at the terrace feeling nervous

"Mom I'm here" I said alerting her of my presence 

She turned to me looking really angry I almost peed on my pants 

"What is the meaning of this" she asked showing me her phone 

💭oh no💭 I thought, I was in deep trouble

It was a picture of Jasper with a black eye, the fool must have told my mom

"Mom I can explain" I said trying to explain but was cutted off

"Explane what exactly? Explane why you beat up Jasper just because he wanted to meet and know you that's why you turned him into a punching bag...

What exactly did he do to warrant you hitting him like this, I'm sure he didn't do anything...

You just decided to beat him up, look here Whitney you will apologise to Jasper for your insolence...

Look at how you just beat up the poor boy, I never raised you to beat people ....

If you need a punching bag go to the gym" she said walking out without allowing me to explain myself 

I was not surprised this not the first time she had made assumptions about me and scolded me without hearing my side of the story 

It hurts that my own mother wouldn't ask my own side of the story before making assumptions. 

I wiped the tears that were streaked down my face before walking to my room

I got under the duvet about to sleep but a knock on the door stopped me

"Come in" I said my voice hoarse from crying 

"Pumpkin can I come in" dad asked. I nodded sitting up

"I heard your mom yelling at you,what happened, is it about Jasper" dad asked sitting on the bed and pulling me into his arms 

I nodded

"Do you mind explaining what happened at your date with Jasper" he further asked 

I explained everything everything that happened with Jasper including the incident with Tara and Jasper 

"I don't know why your mom won't ask what happened from you before scolding you, you know I'm gonna go talk to her now

She has to know what happened" dad said trying to leave the bed but I held his hand stopping from him moving 

"No don't tell her anything, if she really wanted to know what happened, she would have asked me" I said

"But she has to know what she did was wrong" dad argued 

I shook my head in disagreement 

"Would you explain yourself to someone who didn't ask for explanation" I asked 

He nodded a no

"Exactly, she doesn't want to know so no need to tell her" I said

"Uhg fine I won't tell her but I don't like this she should at least asked you first" he puffed while I sighed 

"Anyway get some sleep, you'll need it, it's been a stressful day for you" he said pecking my forehead. I nodded

"Good night pumpkin" he said shutting the door

I got under the duvet trying to sleep 

                             Chapter 9

                   Next morning

                         Whitney pov 

Getting up the next morning was hell I had a throbbing headache due to tears and lack of sleep. 

I lazily stood up and headed to the ensuite , I was in no mood for mischief 

All done with my morning business I picked a dress for the day and styled my hair.

I exited my room going down the stairs leading to the dinning. 

Mom and dad were setting the table for breakfast.

"Hey pumpkin you're up early" dad said pecking me

"Yeah, I have a lot of things to do today" I replied 

"Morning mom" I greeted 

"I would be leaving without the others today" I told dad referring to my siblings 

"Ok, but won't you have breakfast" dad asked 

"No not in the mood, I'll be leaving now" i said i said walking to the door and turning the door knob and went out

I got on my bike and was about to take off when mom came outside to meet me

"Whitney I'm sorry for the way I scolded you earlier, I was just mad that you could beat up Jasper...

You'll apologise him Alright and you and Jasper would dance tomorrow okay" she said

"Uh... mom about that

I can't dance with Jasper, Jack is my partner and I won't be able to just switch partners...

If you have told me earlier I would have tried but I can't do anything about it" I said calmly. 

"So you won't dance with Jasper" mon asked like she didn't understand what I just said 

I nodded a no, she walked away in anger slamming the door shut

I rolled my eyes totally not in the mood for her temper tantrums 

I brought the bike engine to life and soon I was on my way to school 

Next day at school 

I looked for a suitable place to park my bike before walking into the school hallway 

I was early so not much student were around

I knew Jack would be in school by now, he's usually an early bird to school 

I headed to the school garden, that's were he hangs out when he's not busy 

I got to the school garden and went in

Jack was sitting on a bench with his back facing me so he didn't see me

I walked up to him quietly and covered his eyes with my palms 

"Guess who" I said giggling 

"Whitney" he said, I gasped

"How did you know its me" I pouted my lips sitting beside him on the bench

"Your perfume and the way you giggle" he smiled at me

I huffed giving him the corn dogs I bought 

"Here, take this I bought it on my way" I said

"Thanks" he  took it from me

I smile as I watched him eat, 

the way his Adam apple moved up as he swallowed was cute

Jack is really cute,his hair was black and shiny, he got perfect blue eyes, pale white skin, and red lips he was a guy to die for

Sometimes I even ask myself why I have a crush on him, it's not as if he likes me too

I'm just a brown skin girl he's a white, we're never gonna work out. I thought sadly 

"How was your date with your betrothed" he suddenly asked

"I'm sure he must be cute and rich right?

 he must have came with very expensive car and took you to a very fancy restaurant yesterday

He must have took you to the mall and bought you expensive clothings and jewelries...

I'm sure you love him by now" he kept on saying but I cut him off

"What nonsense are you talking about Jack so you think I'm cheap..

That I'll just like a guy because he's rich, I thought you knew, 

It nice to see you see me no different from a slut" I said hurt tears gazing my eyes 

I stood up to leave the garden but he grabbed my hand and turned me to face him

"You mean you don't like your betrothed" he asked his voice full hope

"Of course not I don't even like the sight of him"i said

Jack suddenly pulled me to himself and kissed me

Wait that must be wrong,it cant be Jack kissing me

It soon dawn on me when he grabbed my waist pulled me closer to himself 

To say I was shocked was an understatement 

He unlocked from the kiss while I bowed my head I was really shy

"I...I...I...ha..ve...to g...o" I said stuttering 

I rushed out of the garden my cheeks crimson red from blushing 

Omg jack kissed me, I pinched myself to know if this was a dream but it wasn't 

Jack really kissed me, I touched my lips blushing stupidly 

I bounced down the hallway singing in my head Jack kissed me

This must be the happiest day of my life

                        Jack's pov

I've been been feeling gloomy ever since Whitney said she was betrothed 

I had a crush on her even before we became friends, and when she said she was betrothed I felt like my heart stopped beating 

Even when she said she wouldn't agree to an arranged marriage I was still scared

What if she ends up loving him, that why I had said those things to her, but I didn't mean any of it,I was just jealous and scared of losing her 

And when she said she didn't like her betrothed and couldn't even stand the sight of him

I felt like I've come back to life, I was relieved at least I still got a chance in her life

I was so happy I couldn't help but kiss her, I didn't feel like letting go

Her lips tasted like strawberries dipped in milk and chocolate, that was my first kiss and I'm glad it was with her.

Now I'm sure she doesn't like her betrothed, I'll try to get rid of my shyness and tell her how I feel about her

But I'm gonna need help from her siblings 

                         Chapter 10

                      Whitney pov

Bouncing down the hallway I kept thinking about the kiss I smiled foolishly to myself

Well not until I got pulled into the janitor's closet. 

I kicked whoever pulled me not minding where I hit

"Ouch" the person groaned in pain

The voice was familiar but I couldn't pick out where I've the voice from, I couldn't see because the lights in the janitor's closet was out 

I used my hands my hands to search for  the light switch, I turned it on

I saw Jasper groaning in pain holding his stomach, so he's the one who pulled me into the closet 

I heaved a sigh folding my arms under my boobs 

"And why did you pull me like that" I frowned 

"Argh I I just wanted to talk to you but instead I got kicked on my rib" he said wincing in pain

"Well sorry but you startled me" I said

"I just wanted to apologise to you, for the way I acted yesterday,  I shouldn't have been so obnoxious and flirty...

I mean we would still get married so there was no need for me to be in a hurry to taste what's mine already" he grinned 

I rolled my eyes feeling annoyed that my thoughts of Jack were interrupted 

"Now hold on there mister, I'm not getting married totally not to someone like you so  better get those stupid stuff out of your head...

And FYI I dont like you so this better be the last time you'll corner me like this" I said pushing him out of the way and walking out of the closet. 

I'm too in a good mood to become annoyed 

I smiled remembering the kiss I shared with Jack 

The school bell went off signalling first period, I hurried to the locker room to take some books I would be needing for my first class 

I got to class and thankfully there was no teacher in class 

I took a seat beside Stacey giving here a smile 

"Hi when did you get to school" Stace asked

"I came to school earlier today, I had something to do" I said dumping my books on my desk getting ready for class 

"Ok" she nodded

A teacher came into the class and we began first period.

It was lunch time and me, Stacey, Jace, Erick and Kathryn were having lunch together at the cafeteria. Jack was yet to join us 

I could barely concentrate in class, the scenario of me and Jack kissing kept playing in my head

I wasn't listening to the conversation between the others 

I smiled thinking of the kiss, that was my first kiss and it was with Jack, I'm glad it wasn't some random guy that took my first kiss.

"Ok that's creepy, Whitney you've been smiling like an idiot" Stace said but I wasn't listening 

"Hey Whitney Whitney Whitney" stace tapped me

I jerked back to reality startling them

"Yeah what is it" I said blinking rapidly 

"Are you sure you're okay we've been calling you but your not answering and you've been smiling strangely" stace said looking worried 

"No no no, I'm fine I just remember something funny" I lied

"You sure, i was beginning to think you've gone koo koo " Kathryn said

"Hey buddies" Jack appeared out of nowhere taking a seat beside me

They responded to his greetings 

"Nice to see you Kate, you Alright" Jack asked Kate 

"Yeah it was a 24 hour flu but I'm fine now" Kate replied smiling 

I took a bottle of water gulping it down all at once suddenly feeling hot, I fanned myself with my hands 

Who knew a kiss could make you feel this way, I shifted uncomfortably on my seat

"Whitney you sure you're okay you've been acting weird" Jace asked this time 

"Yeah sure, um I have to go" I said getting up 

"But where are you going to" Jace asked 

"I need to use the restroom" I said rushing out of the cafeteria to avoid more questions.

                               Chapter 11

                              Whitney pov 

I sigh in relief getting to the rest room, I walked up to a mirror placing my hands on the cubicle

I breath in taking in as much breath as possible trying to calm myself down 

💭ok calm down Whitney, you're not the only one who got her first kiss with her crush so calm down💭 I exhaled calming down 

I turned on the tap and splashed water on my face multiple times before using a face towel to wipe my face. 

I was about to walk out of the restroom when Tara and her friends came in locking the door. 

I folded my arms staring at them quizzically 

"I'm not gonna waste your time, I'm gonna ask you nicely...

What's going between you and Jasper" Tara asked. 

"Nothing's going on between both of us" I replied curtly

"If Nothing's going on between both of you then why did you follow him out of school yesterday" she asked.

"We just had some business to settle yesterday and there's no spark between us...

I'm not even interested in him" I said

"It better be as you said or else you won't like what I'll do to you" she pointed a warning finger at me probably to scare me 

"You can't all the cute guys to your self alone...

Stay away from jasper" he's mine" she said and walked out with her crew

I walked out too, it seems like she has a thing for Jasper, well that'll be nice

If they should start dating then I would have a solid reason for mom not to force me to marry Jasper 

I sighed walking back to the cafeteria, I joined the guys at the table this time joining into the conversation.

We talked about a lot of things Jasper included before the bell was rung for classes to resume 

Heading back to class I reminded Jack about our dance practice before we went to our different classes. 

Jack, Jace and Erick are a grade ahead of me, Stace and Kate 

Recess 

It was recess and I was heading to the school dance hall for practice with Jack when i saw a sight that really didn't shock me

Jasper and Tara were making out real hot

I smiled and brought my phone out taking several photos of them making sure Jasper's face was visible. 

I was in a hidden place so they didn't see me

I smiled staring at the pictures I took

💭this would be a great proof for mom💭 I thought happily before continuing my journey to the dance hall

I got to the dance hall and walked in to see Jack doing some warm up 

He looked hot doing that, he looked up probably sensing my presence, I quickly adverted my gaze before he caught me drooling 

"Hey" I waved walking up to him

"Hi I've been waiting for quite a long time" he said with a smile 

"Sorry I got distracted on the way, so I'll just go change then we can start" I said

I went into the changing room and changed into my dancing clothes I walked out once I was done 

And we began practice 

An hour of dance practice 

"Darn I'm so tired" I exclaimed sitting on the floor 

We've been practicing for an hour nonstop and I'm so tired now

Jack gave me a bottle of water which I gladly accepted, I immediately opened the bottle and drank from it.

Sheesh I never knew I was so thirsty 

"Thanks that was refreshing" I said 

"Yeah, I gotta go now I have things to do" he said helping me up on my feet before giving me a peck on the cheek before leaving 

I touched the spot he kissed still feeling the warmness 

I took my things and changed my clothes before leaving too and heading home 

My siblings would be home by now

Getting home I had dinner with family before doing the dishes with Stace afterwhich I showed mom and dad the photos I took of Jasper and Tara. 

Dad believed but mom didn't 

She said I must have edited the photos to make it look like Jasper and paint Jasper.as the bad guy

She said she knew Jasper, that he couldn't do such a thing 

I didn't bother about the things she said at least I showed her the photos and she didn't believe. 

I was now in bed in my Pjs about to sleep but I got a good night text from Jack 

[𝐻𝑎𝑣𝑠 𝑎 𝑔𝑜𝑜𝑑 𝑛𝑖𝑔𝒉𝑡 𝑟𝑒𝑠𝑡 𝑏𝑎𝑟𝑏𝑖𝑒, 𝑦𝑜𝑢𝑙𝑙 𝑛𝑒𝑒𝑑 𝑖𝑡, 𝑑𝑒𝑒𝑎𝑚 𝑎𝑏𝑜𝑢𝑡 𝑚𝑒]

I smiled sheepishly before falling asleep, Tomorrow's a big day