Chapter 8

Anthony's POV.

The moment I bump into this lady, I felt a string in my heart. Even at night, her beauty was visible as she appears more natural. The most amazing part is that she was humble and carefree.

Despite the fact that I bumped into her, she still choose to reject the offer while some girls would grab the chance or probably make a fuss out of it.

The night air was cool, and the café’s warm glow faded behind me as I walked alongside Roseline. The conversation had flowed easily between us, but underneath her calm exterior, I sensed a storm brewing. She seemed lost, as if she was searching for something just out of reach. 

I wanted to know her story, I wanted to share some amazing moment with her.

 I couldn’t help but steal glances at her. The way the moonlight caught her features, her expressive eyes filled with unspoken emotion, it was captivating. Something about her drew me in, a magnetic pull I couldn’t ignore.

When we entered the cafe, I made a decision of asking more about her. We found a table near the window, and then my phone rang out.

I couldn't ridicule her presence because of my mother's call, I decided to take permission first.

"Excuse me, I need to pick the call. It's from my mother" I explained and she nodded instantly.

With the corner of my eyes, I noticed how stunned she was and I become curious about this.

"Hey mom!" I greeted as soon as the phone line connected.

"Where are you son? You are keeping me waiting?" My mom was at her best again! Nagging! She doesn't want me out of her sight and I found it hard to go on business trip at times because of her. She seems kinda obsessed and protective of me since I'm the only child.

"I bumped into someone in front of her cafe, so I was trying to buy her a coffe to clear my guilt" I felt embarrassed when I was saying this, however, when I looked at her, she seems absent-minded.

"Let me talk to her and see what she looks like. I will switch it to video chat" She replied instantly.

Ever since my mother's occurrence with a lady that saved her, she has been comparing other ladies to her and she made the conclusion that no one is like her.

Without much hesitation, I turn to her again. Making my movement obvious to bring her back from her thought. "Can you please talk to my mom? She wanted to confirm I truly bumped to you and would like to apologize" I said and she could only stare at me.

The reason why she was staring at me remain mysterious and I was feeling bad for asking her that. 

On taking the phone, her eyes widened in shock and she got my attention until she said..

"Hi ma'am! How are you doing?" She asked, her face brighten up than before.

"I'm fine darling. Are you the one that bumped into my son?"

"Yes ma'am"

It felt like a season movie when my mother and Roseline start exchanging words, it was then I got to understand that the lady my mother has been talking is Roseline.

What a sweet fate of mine! I already have some feelings for her at the first sight and my mother was at brink of fighting for her, it seems everything is now perfect.

"Bring her home for dinner!" I heard my mother's voice before the call ends.

A rush of admiration washed over me. “You saved her. You don’t know how much that meant to our family. You were there when we needed you most.”

Roseline looked down, a hint of embarrassment creeping into her expression. “I was just doing what I could. It was my job to help.”

“No, it was more than that,” I insisted, stepping closer. “You made a real difference. My mother still talks about you. She said you brought light into a dark time.”

I could see her cheeks flush at my words, and I felt an overwhelming urge to reach out to her. “You’re incredible, Roseline. You have this ability to touch lives, to change them for the better.”

I can't believe such amazing like her still exist and I could stare at her face throughout a day without complaining.

"Thanks so much for your kind words, I really appreciate" She muttered.

Since my mom has given me a lead, I should follow the lead. It's time to take her home, then something come across my mind..

"Do you still want to have a coffee?" I asked, looking deep into her eyes as I search for answers.

"Not at all, I'm so glad to know your mom. I guess she would be worried about her son if we spare another minute here" She replied with a smile.

I couldn't denied that I was slightly embarrassed, however, I kept it in as she meant no harm about my mom's protective behaviour.

"Since you said so, let's take our leave"

In a swift moment, we step out of the cafe. Since it was far from my house, I didn't bother to take my car which cause us to track to my house.

As we continued walking, I felt a connection forming between us—something deeper than friendship. I wanted to protect her, to be the person she could lean on. The idea of having her stay with me filled me with a sense of purpose. 

In that moment, I realized that I was falling for her, and I couldn’t help but feel hopeful. I would do everything in my power to support her, to show her that she wasn’t alone. 

As we reached my apartment, a mixture of anticipation and nervousness bubbled inside me. I

don't know why I'm feeling this way, I could only admit one thing which is...

I love her!