Nathania’s POV The flight wasn’t boring for the rest of them but Nathania guessed it was for Xavier since he slept all through the flight and magically woke himself up just as the jet was landed. Nathania’s family isn’t poor but compared to the Greys, she guess they are just living by. There was a limo waiting for them when they got down from the jet and they all boarded and was driven to the cabin, that is if it was supposed to be called a cabin but a mansion. It was two floors building but it was massive compared to other cabins she had ever seen. She cannot even begin to describe the building other than the word: flawless. Two servants welcomed them and their classmates being teenagers, screamed and ran into the house, trying to get the best rooms. Nathania was rooted at the spot for it was only at this moment that she realized that she would be expected to share a room with Teresa. Just why didn’t I think of this? She wondered while staring at the beautiful house in horror now. I
Nathania’s POVNathania could feel her heart beating loud in her chest as she thought of a thousand and one reason to escape from the person pinning her against the wall until she perceived the familiar cologne. “I will deal with you later about trailing me but now, you need to hush,” Xavier’s voice, ever so smooth flooded into her ears like a silent wave and just then, she heard the murmurs of two men, walking past by quickly and wondering where they have gone. When the coast was clear, Xavier still held her like he did earlier and she tried not to breathe too much or nosily and alert his attention. He smelled so good and all she wanted was just to put her head on his neck and inhale deeply while slowly reaching up to feel his lips. She had her eyes closed, imagining how mesmerizing that would be if she could do it.If she was in her true form, perhaps she would have taken the risk, but at this moment, and donned as Oliver, she would never try it. Not for her sake, but for the sake o
Nathania’s POV “Where on earth were you two?” Teresa bellowed as soon as she and Xavier stepped into the house.“I went out, he followed,” she heard Xavier say and her eyes went to him sharply but he didn’t even gift her a glance as he went up the stairs, ignoring Teresa and the rest of their classmate.Teresa didn’t seem fazed about that and just turned her anger to Nathania, like she was expecting Xavier to act just like that. “Couldn’t you at least tell me you were going out? Do you have any idea how worried I was and none of you even left with your phone.”“I’m sorry, babe,” Nathania smiled and went up to her, putting her arms around her and wrapping her in her arms before placing a kiss on her forehead, “it won’t happen again.”“It better,” Teresa said. And she chuckled above her head, kissing her softly on the head and closing her eyes, thinking about when Xavier was just that close to her and shivering softly, remembering the feeling of his hot breath on her neck.Xavier’s POV
Xavier’s POVXavier stared at the boy, his heart thumping loud in his chest and he cleared his throat, glancing away from him to hide the emotion in his eyes. “What rubbish are you spouting?” he asked coldly, “if I hate you then do you think I would let you date my only sister? Yes she is my cousin and we are both only child’s, do you think I will let you be with the only sibling I have?” he raised an eyebrow.Oliver bit his lips and nodded, “I understand that but from my own understanding, most people are friends with the partner of their siblings. I mean, I am friends with my brother’s partners. I talk to them when I see them and I laugh with them at their jokes. I always even go out with them and spend some time with them, it’s all fun. But you have been ignoring me since you knew me. After our bet, you almost loosened up around me and before I knew it, you were uptight again. What did I do? Am I annoying you or something?”That was a long speech that Xavier didn’t know how to comp
Xavier’s POVXavier rode into the property and as he turned off the engine and took of his helmet, he heard the laughter. He frowned, the laughter was a little distance from the cabin and he knew instantly that the laughter wasn’t in the house. He got down from his bike and walked towards the beach, the only place he suspects the laughter to be coming from and sure enough, he could see the people having fun in the water. He found himself instantly wondering if Oliver was having a swim and how he would look with drenched body. He found himself drooling and had to snap out of it.They were plenty girls in the water, some he knew and some he has never seen in his life before, why can’t he drool over them and here he was drooling about a boy in his mind. He bit his life, his new discovery about his taste is not sitting well with him and he knew he had to do something about it. Approaching the beach, he noticed that he couldn’t find the brown messy hair he was searching for in the water an
Nathania’s POV Nathania didn’t know the best way to express her joy. She wanted to scream, jump, dance and swirl around, or maybe it was just the alcohol intake from the whole day finally reacting. She just couldn’t name it but she reached out and grabbed Xavier’s hand, her eyes twinkling as she asked in all excitement. “When did you return?” Xavier’s POV Seeing the way Oliver looked at him had shocked Xavier silly but when Oliver took his hand, feeling his soft palm, he couldn’t explain the current that passed through his hand to his heart. He snatched his hand from Oliver and looked at his drink immediately, his heart beating so loudly in his chest that he felt like he was going to suffocate. He gulped and took a huge gulp of his drink, still very unable to look at Oliver. Jesus, what the fuck is wrong with me? How am I reacting like this? “I’m sorry, I’m so sorry.” Oliver said and let out an awkward laugh. “I guess I got carried away.
Nathania’s POV As they got to the cabin, everywhere was quiet and a post-it note was on the refrigerator. Xavier went up to it and cursed seeing the content of the note. “Fuck,” he cursed out loud and Nathania rushed to him. She slowly whistled seeing what it said and turned to grin at him. “I guess we are all alone then,” She giggled. The note was obviously from one of the servants and it said that dinner won’t be prepared by them as Teresa had given them a day off, claiming that they would sort themselves out that night. “And it’s worse because I am starving.” Xavier cursed once more. His handsome face twisted in his annoyance as he yanked the fridge door open and took out a bottle of orange juice. He uncorked it and drank directly from it. And seeing Nathania staring at him, he asked, “What?” Nathania smiled. “You don’t have to be so angry.” “Are you deaf or just playing dumb? I just said I’m starving and who knows when T
Nathania’s POV Nathania was clearly shocked. What just happened? She wondered. Xavier clearly looked like he was in pain and she only just wanted to offer her support, she didn’t know he loathed her touch so much that he would even run out of the kitchen. Is she that bad? But he doesn’t seem to hate Nana’s touch or her presence, so why was it so different when she is Oliver? Does it matter if she appears different, after all, she is still the same person inside, right? She wanted to run after him, to apologize if she had crossed her boundary but she recalled what Teresa said, that the best thing to do when Xavier wants to be alone was to leave him alone. In as much as the conversation wasn’t flowing and the vibe wasn’t there either, Xavier had actually intended to stay in the kitchen with her, so obviously he left because she just couldn’t let him be. She bit her lip, wanting to curse herself for being too troublesome, however, try as she may, she just couldn’t
Nathania’s POVNathania had been shocked seeing Xavier with two different eye colors, at first, she had thought he had on lens until he told her to ask. And now hearing his story and discovering that he has been wearing contacts all his life simply because he thought his eyes were not beautiful was a big surprise to her. She slowly approached him, being sure not to overstep her boundaries despite knowing Xavier had kissed her as Oliver a good number of times but since he had said nothing, she just doesn’t know where she stands with him, even as Nana.“You can’t possibly know what I’m thinking.” She said.“Of course I do, you have been quiet, obviously,” he rolled his eyes.“Just because I am quiet doesn’t mean I think your eyes are not beautiful. Xavier, you do know that some people are born like this, right?”“Yes, but theirs are different, it wasn’t caused by an accident.”“Can I ask you something?” She asked and when he nodded, she licked her lips, “why is that you didn’t hate the
Xavier’s POVThe days grew longer with Xavier spending time with Nana and the little he can with Oliver. With each passing day, he was getting to the conclusion that he was falling for both of them and hard. He still has his secret alone times with Oliver while he openly asked Nana out to dates. With each passing moments, he knew that being with both of them would do nothing but hurt him, however, he doesn’t know the one to let go. He loves his open outing and flirts with Nana but also cherish secret moments with Oliver. He knew he can’t go on like this, he would have to let one go and the best person to let go is none other than Oliver. And he has reasons for that to be. Teresa loves Oliver, he could see it, besides, which girl would happily date a guy that won’t kiss or touch her? So taking Oliver away from her would hurt her and it might ruin his relationship with his uncle and aunt.But at the same time, he wants to help Oliver to come out. It was official, Oliver is gay, if not,
Xavier’s POVOn getting to her neighborhood, Xavier remembered what she had said the first time and stopped in the spot he always did during the times he came looking for her. They both climbed down from the bike and Nathania handed him her helmet.“I had a really great time.” She smiled in thanks.Xavier took the helmet with a smile. “Me too. You made me forget about a lot of things but got me to talk about a lot of things.” They both chuckled at that. “When next we meet, it’s your turn telling me about your family. I will like to know a little about you.” That was true but he really just wants to know if she was related to Oliver, but he can’t tell her that.“Of course.”“Now can I have your number?” He raised an eyebrow.“Actually, my phone has an issue but I can give you my granny’s number. She hardly uses it her phone so feel free to call anytime from six pm.”Xavier nodded with a light chuckle, “I will be sure to.” He handed her his phone and she punched in the number and handed
Xavier’s POVThe gig was a blast, everyone was having fun and Xavier laughed seeing Nana singing along and dancing with the men she was afraid of earlier. He watched her, not knowing what it was about her that always gets him telling her his secrets. He knew he feels the same way with Oliver but he always seem to be able to hold himself where Oliver was but such can’t be say about Nana. He doesn’t know her but yet it feels like he has known her all his life. He can’t explain it but being with her feels just like being with Oliver. It was like they have the same aura, pulling him in that when he is with one, he wants that one. Being with Nana tonight, he could tell that his longing for Oliver was almost nonexistent, like he will choose Nana any time any day, however, he also knows that he would feel just the same way should he see Oliver tomorrow at school.Just what was it about the both of time that seems to pull him like a moth to a flame. He can’t say he wants the both of them, bec
Nathania’s POVOn getting to the bar the gig was holding. Xavier said to her, “I have never brought anyone here with me before. You are my first guest.“Will you be playing?” Nathania asked with hope, she had longed wished to hear him play.“Nah, I don’t have my guitar.”“Oh,” her hope was dashed by those few words and it seemed like Xavier noticed for he said.“But, if I can get someone to lend me theirs, I wouldn’t mind playing a piece for you.” He winked when she looked up at him.“That would be lovely,” she smiled and he offered her his hand for her to take. Nathania was surprised but she didn’t let it show and just held his hand and Xavier shocked her more by linking their fingers. He didn’t say anything and just led her inside the pub. Nathania could feel her heart beating but it wasn’t out of fear. When they stepped inside though and she saw the men inside the pub, her heart dropped into her stomach. It was like walking into a room filled with mob. Kind of like the expression s
Xavier’s POVXavier had laid out the invite before he could take it back. He had wanted to go to the gig after watching the competition but now looking at Nana, he realized that she would be the perfect distraction for him. He lifted his bike seat and fetched out a spare helmet, he turned to her with a smile. “I promise to have you home before your grandma notices.”Nathania laughed. “I wasn’t worried about that.”“Then where you worried at all?” He raised an eyebrow, eager to know what she must be thinking.“Well,” she shrugged. “It was one thing to have a late dinner with you in my town and it’s another going to the city with you at seven in the evening.”“Oh,” Xavier nodded. “I can see what you are doing there. You still haven’t gotten the bad boy theory about me out of your head.”“Would you blame me?” She laughed, “look at yourself, do you think anyone would believe you are a nerd?”“I’m a nerd and I take pride in it.” He chuckled, enjoying the little banter.“Oh really? I bet a
Nathania’s POVIt’s been three days since the announcement in the assembly and no one has seen or heard from Tyler. Chloe had slipped into coma and no one knows when she would wake up. Everyone was looking for Tyler and even his parents had filed for missing person report as Tyler has not been seen since the night of the accident. While it was a big news in school as everyone was wondering what could have really happened and while Tyler had ran away from home, Nathania was more worried about Xavier and why he was acting and living like she doesn’t exist. He has not said a word today and when she would try to approach him, she would always chicken out, afraid of what he would tell her or what she would say to him.Not able to take it anymore, she decided to approach him in a way she wouldn’t have to be afraid or worried with how he would treat her. She dressed in a nice floral gown, her long hair was let down and she tried to apply a simple and light makeup. Satisfied with how she look
Nathania’s POV Nathania parked her truck in the lot, for once since she could remember, she couldn’t find Xavier’s black bike in the lot. She had come a little late herself but Xavier seemed not to be coming in today and she wondered if it was because of that night in the alley. Right after Xavier had broken the kiss, with both of them breathless, she had pushed him and ran out of the alley. A part of her had thought he would follow but he didn’t and neither did he contact throughout the weekend. She had been restless, so restless and a lot of times she had picked up her phone to call Teresa and ask for his number but not once did she carry it out.Even when she sees Teresa’s call, her heart would miss a beat before she would answer, hoping that it was him that was calling with Teresa’s phone but not once did that happen. And now, here she was in the parking lot, after calming herself down with the fact that she would see him today and that they would talk about everything and only f
Nathania’s POVNathania couldn’t understand what was wrong with Xavier. If he called her Ollie, it means he knew it was her, that he knew her as Oliver and yet he was being this touchy? She couldn’t understand him, she was finding it really difficult to read him. A part of her was telling her that he was teasing her, and the best thing to do was to react by pushing him away and calling him out on his actions. However, to think it was one thing and doing it was another. Her hands were placed on his chest and his body warmth burnt like a scorching fire, yet she couldn’t take her hands away. She could feel his muscles underneath his shirt and all she wanted to do was to rip the shirt open and feel those abs skin to skin. However, she had to remind herself who was in front of her. Gracious, it was Xavier for crying out loud.“You are not speaking, what’s the matter? Cat caught your tongue? Or in this case, is it me?” Xavier asked, his voice was playful, proving to Nathania that she was ri