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KISS DREAM

Author: Aliyyah
last update Last Updated: 2024-10-29 19:42:56

ISABELLA

As of on time, the bell rang signalling it's time for break. Everyone parks their books. No one likes our literature teacher's class, he doesn't know like teaching, he just come over and ask us questions about Shakespeare like that's the only thing he knows.

Honestly, I think I know better in literature than he'll ever do. The thing is that, they aren't cameras in the class, they won't be able to see what he does. 

I pack up my books. I noticed two guys behind me were kissing each other, like..... really smooching on each other's face. Okay.

I look away immediately before they think I'm invading their privacy. It was actually Conrad and Micheal. Nina and Katie walks up to me. 

"Hey girl, wanna join us, we wanna invade Caleb's car.....you coming?" Katie asked. Why would she wanna invade her worst enemy's car. Weird. But I can't miss my opportunity of catching a glimpse of Quincy Grey. 

"You guys go ahead. I'm really hungry" I replied. They both look at me with narrowed eyes. Nina rolled her eyes immediately when she realized the reason I was going to the cafeteria. 

"Oh, Bell. Stop playing with yourself" she said before pulling Katie with her. They both left the class why I head straight to the cafeteria. I don't really know what this feelings are, why does he keep drawing me like a magnetic field. 

I entered the cafeteria hall, my stomach rumble. I haven't eaten anything except for banana. I walked over to the cue, I grab my plate as soon as it reaches my turn. 

After I got my sandwich and lemon juice, I tried looking for a place to seat till I heard a familiar voice behind me. "Bella" Ethan called. When I turned around, I noticed he was with his friends and Quincy. "Join us" he said.

I look at him in disbelief. "Yeah, Isabella, come n' join us" Caleb smirks. The only empty space was right next to Quincy. I can't sit next to him, I won't be able to breathe.

"I'll pass" I blurted out. I noticed the way Quincy was looking at me like it means nothing. 

"Oh, c'mon. Hey Ethan, your sister's no fun" Quincy said maturely with a sly smirk on his perfectly plump red lips that are so kissable.... probably kissed a tons of girls. 

Ethan gave me a look. I was hesitant for a second due to the girls around the smiling at me. I sat down next to Quincy. That girl from that night sat by his left. "Ethan, your little sister is so cute" she said. 

I look down at my lap. But I noticed Quincy's body posture shift to look at me. Why is he looking at me? "She's really cute" he replied. I felt like scratching her face for calling me cute. Why is she even here. I started eating my food. "Quincy, do you have plans this Friday?" The girl asked. I choked on my food. They all looked at me. 

"You okay?" Ethan asked. I nod my head and kept eating my food. 

"No, why?" Quincy replied blankly. His attention was on her, making me feel so uncomfortable. Why can't he look at me like that. I wish I was in her position. I prayed for this day and night but it was just stupid.

She touched his hair and brush it with her fingers. "Well, my parents are going on a business trip this Thursday and I'll feel really lonely......" She whine with a pout on her fake lips. How does he even kiss her with that lips. 

"I'll think about it" he replied. I felt like dying. But finally, the bell rang, I stood up immediately and left the cafeteria. I'm not angry, I can't be angry because of that bitch. It's not like I'm in love with him or something. It's just a pathetic crush. 

It's because I've known him since childhood and he keeps coming over almost all my life. I won't be shocked if he walks into my house today cause he's practically family too. My family always welcome like a second son.

They would invite him to a family dinner, or Friday BBQ night. They would even call him over for Christmas Eve and we will all open gifts together. I won't be shocked if he sees me as a little sister.

We have swimming class now. We normally have swimming class together. All classes together. So I will be seeing more of Quincy. He's still oblivious of my crush for him. Some people will call me a stalker but who cares. At least I have good grades. 

******

It's not like I'm gonna get into the water or anything, I only sat there with Nina and Katie as we watch some hot guys diving into the water. I bit my lips, what if he doesn't show up. 

But then, everyone whispered silence. We look at them all and realized they were looking at someone. Girls giggles. I look towards the direction to see those four guys walking in shirtless.

My eyes were only on Quincy his beautiful, well sculpted body. How hot could he get. Damn. Soon, that girl that I realized her name is Kelly walks up to him and wrapped her arms around his neck. 

"Fuck, Bell, you never told me your brother was hot as fuck" Nina said. I look at Ethan to see him diving into the pool. Yuck. He's not attractive to my eyes......but Quincy is sexy as hell.

"Whatever" I replied absentmindedly. Why am I so attracted to him this much, I feel like it's getting too much. Should I tell Ethan? No! Never will I ever. 

The swimming coach came into the swimming class, announcing that he's presence with his whistle. I sigh. "Gather around everyone" I got up and walked towards him and so did everyone. "Today, we're gonna be learning backflip....." He starts. I noticed someone next to me, it was hot, but the scent of the person made me look at the person. 

Quincy was listening attentively to the coach. While I was listening to his face. Honestly, I think I'm going crazy. I slap myself once causing some people to look my way, including Quincy. 

I chuckled stupidly causing them to look back at the coach. "You okay, Issy?" Quincy asked. I'm not. You're driving me crazy right now. I should tell my mommy. I wanted to say but quickly held my mouth and nod. He smirks, causing his deep dimples to show. I'll faint right here.

His broad shoulders and his strong veiny hands that could pin me on his bed. I quickly look away when I realized I was staring too much and my brother is looking at me.

Hours went by and the first day of school was finally over. "What are you guys doing this weekend?" Nina asked.

"Nothing much......but I can't-" I was immediately cut off by both of them.

"-miss Saturday night because Quincy is coming over" they finish. Nina rolled her eyes. 

I frown my face. "You guys are crazy" I said. 

"What about you Katie" Nina asked her. She looks nervous.

"Well, mom and dad left for a business trip and there's nothing much, just Caleb and I in that house" Katie said. A stupid obviously blush appears on her cheeks.

"My are your cheeks red?" Nina raised a brow. Katie immediately held her cheek and gasp.

"Is it?" She asked. I sigh.

"I need to go home now" I replied. We all bid ourselves goodbye before we depart from each other. Now I have to find a cab. I look around but couldn't find one.

I had to see if I could call one on my phone but there wasn't any network. I groan in annoyance. What a first day of school. I've been standing here for the past twenty five minutes. I look at my phone, wanting to call my brother when a car stops right in front of me. 

"Isabella?" I know that voice. I look up and it was Nina's dad, Mr Chris. He's also Quincy's butler, he comes to our house sometime when he needs to drive Quincy somewhere. But what is he doing here.

"Mr Chris" I grin happily. He smiles at me.

"What are you doing here?" He asked. Should I tell him. I mean why not.

"I've been waiting for a cab now" I replied sadly. He sigh. The door of his car automatically opens. I look at him.

"Hop in, I was heading to the direction of your house" he smiles. He's the best. I got into the car immediately.

"Thank you so much, I really appreciate this" I said giddily. He chuckles and nod his head. 

"So how was school today?" He asked as we we were already on the road. 

It was terrible, a guy that I like keeps making me go crazy like an alien. I wanted to tell him that but I decided against it. "It was great, I learned a lot today" about Quincy's hot body and handsome face, his sharp haw that can slice your heart into pieces, his dimples that can go deep into your life and those piecing on his ears only makes look more dangerous. That's what I learned today. I wanted to say but we all know this is a close person to Quincy.

"That's great" he replied. We reached my house and I got out of the car and look at him. 

"Thank you very much" I said sincerely. He nod with his eyes closed.

"Say hi to Ethan for me" she waves before driving off. I sigh before walking towards the gate and putting my thumbprint for the gate to open. I got in and started my long journey to my front entrance.

As soon as I entered, I went straight upstairs and take off my glasses before I strip off this uniform. I took a quick shower and dressed in a short that was showing my butt a little. I wore a crop. 

I fall on my bed and grab my phone, scrolling on I*******m. I noticed Quincy had posted a picture of him in swimming class today after he got out of the water. He's so freaking hot. My chest feels so hot right now.

I drop my phone and close my eyes before falling asleep. I woke up to the sound of someone knocking on my door. I got up from bed. It should be Ethan. I opened the door to be met with Quincy. He stares at me before walking in slowly. His evil eyes roam my body. "Hey Issy"

"Q-Quincy, w-what are y-you doing here?" I stuttered. I started moving backwards till I'm met with the wall. He was inches away from me.

He grabs my waist and pin me to the wall. "I know you want me so bad, Issy....." He starts. 

"What-" I was cut off when his lips was on mine. I was in complete shock right now. Was this really happening. I held his shoulders and kiss him back. He grabs my two wrist and cage them above my head. He used one of his huge hand and grab my face, squeezing it till I gave him access into my mouth. He moves us towards the bed. His lips trails down to my neck, using the tip of his tongue to lick it before sucking on it. I moan. 

He pushes me on the bed. The next thing I knew, I fell on the floor, waking up from whatever I was dreaming. I look around me.....I couldn't believe it was all a dream. Why would I be dreaming of Quincy right now. I noticed how hot my thighs were. 

Someone knocks on my bedroom door, I sigh before getting up and walking towards it. I opened the door and I would be lying if I say I wasn't surprised. Quincy was standing right in front of me. "Hey Issy". 

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