Chapter 5 • Deal

Two weeks later after the unforgettable moments, Chalondra tried her best to live her life as usual, just like an ordinary teenager who just graduated from high school and actively took tutoring before taking the entrance test to college. Even though she came from a rich family, her mother always taught them simplicity, such as still following the general way to get into university.

But Chalondra couldn't deny that there was an emptiness inside her. What happened to her heart? No idea. That night moment still kept haunting her mind. Her first kiss had been stolen by a married man, and also those deadly touches, they still stay in Chalondra's boundless memories. She still remembered how it felt. Too real for something that's been nearly two weeks.

No doubt, an innocent girl like Chalondra, who had never known love and touched by men, would definitely experience side effects from that night's moment. And it stuck for a long time. Her mind was often unfocused and she also daydream more often. Not to mention her chest suddenly felt so tight then ended up in teary eyes.

"I rejected him. But why am I even like this?" She muttered while exhaling harshly. Then she stared at the textbook which never been touched before. She lacked of her enthusiasm day by day. Even though she hoped she would forget about that man as the time went on.

"Chalondra!!"

"Gosh, Brandon!!" Chalondra went back to her consciousness when Brandon -her only brother- surprised her from behind.

"Are you daydreaming?! Not studying." Brandon sat on the bed next to his sister's study table.

"Yeah, dizzy. Anyway, how come you're home at this time?"

"It's nine o'clock at night, Cha. Normal time for coming home. What about your exam preparations?"

Chalondra closed her book with no enthusiasm. "That's enough. I'm just waiting for the test."

"Good luck! I’m sure you’ll definitely get into the university you want."

Chalondra nodded, but Brandon's warm touch on the top of her made her confuse even worse. Suddenly, her eyes glistened and her nose tingled. Jeez, she missed that adult man!

"Who who who. What happened, Cha?" Seeing his sister suddenly sobbing for no reason, Brandon was clearly surprised.

"Hmm, I’m just tired of studying ...." Chalondra reasoned. Of course, it's impossible for her to be honest about missing someone's husband, right?

Brandon came closer and pulled Chalondra into his arms. "I'm sorry. I can't keep you company here. If I were there, you wouldn't be lonely ...."

Chalondra's tears deepened in Brandon's arms. Why did it hurt so bad? Even though she was the one who decided not to get involved any further with the man. She just didn't want to be the third person in Dom's marriage. She also quite understood that it was wrong. What they had gone through that night was also a big sin. However, Dominic already had a wife when they made out with each other.

But ... Chalondra loved the intimacy. Dominic put her at ease and demanded nothing more than a hot kiss. Well, maybe the guy was a bit naughty by touching her ass, but that's about it. Until they had to end their making out at five in the morning, there was no excessive touch, even though Chalondra's towel was enough to tempt the man.

Yes, Dominic admitted it. He had a hard time concentrating because of the girl's towel. But he also forbade Chalondra to put her clothes back on.

‘If you don't want to be with me, let me enjoy this until we part ways.’

Chalondra still clearly remembered Dominic's words. Really typical of a grown man. Straight to the point, no shy.

Brandon was confused because Chalondra's crying didn't subside when she was hugged, then it only got worse. It made Brandon immediately understand the meaning of his sister's cry.

"Cha, did you just get heartbroken?"

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University entrance exams held simultaneously across the province had ended. Chalondra could finally breathe a sigh of relief. For the last one month, she had studied to prepare herself. Even though her mind was often divided on things outside of class, she was satisfied because she could face the test to the fullest. At least, she was confident enough that she would get the major she chose.

Now she had absolutely nothing to do. Her mind flew more and more frequently, thinking about Dominic. How's that guy? Was he getting along with his wife?

For some reason, Chalondra thought about coming to the club again. She wanted to try her luck if it were possible to meet Dom there. She wanted to see the man even from a distance, or even in the dark. Let's say she's reckless and crazy. l But how else? She just missed that man.

Still with Heidy's help, Chalondra was finally able to enter the forbidden place again. She even mocked Dominic in her heart. The man still missed even though he had updated the rules regarding terms and conditions.

The girl ordered a non-alcoholic drink. She occasionally turned her head and trying to identify people in this darkness, hoping to find that handsome face that always kept haunting her mind for the past month.

But her search ended up with no result. For almost an hour, she just sat there, waiting for the seat next to her to be sat by the same person as that night. But she must be prepared to be disappointed. Maybe Dominic had forgotten her and their memories.

Memory? Hah! Was it a joke?

There was a sense of regret that made Chalondra feel uncomfortable. She sadly remembered everything. Such a sweet night story. Why had she only realized that now? Chalondra took a breath to empty her chest from the painful feeling.

Chalondra finished all her drink. After that, she got off the bar stool and walked away from the table, towards the exit. She had no passion to keep staying here. Her tears were almost falling. No idea what happened to her. The point was, she felt confused. Then she walked with her head down to avoid people's stares.

Until when she was passing through one of the quiet alleys, all of a sudden.

BUKK!!

Her head hit something. It looked like she just bumped into someone, maybe right in the chest.

Like slow motion, Chalondra lifted her face. She wanted to apologize to the burly man.

But when she realized who it was, her eyes immediately widened in surprise. It happened a few seconds. And in the next second, her lips started to curl downwards. Her forehead wrinkled till her eyebrows almost together.

Chalondra’s tears finally fell. She missed this man so much! But ... but, was it okay if she's the one who hugged first considering that yesterday she rejected that guy? Besides, she also didn't know whether Dominic was getting along with his wife or not. So, she shouldn't have the right to hug those handsome adult man.

When Chalondra cried silently, that man -Dominic, moved to reach into his trouser pocket. He took out a square-shaped object and pressed a number that Chalondra could not read. He did that while looking into the girl’s eyes which began to glisten.

Chalondra stood on tiptoe because her mobile phone vibrated. Suddenly, a call came in on her phone. Confused, the girl looked at Dominic again. The man gestured for her to pick it up.

Chalondra took it from the bag. And how surprised she was when she read the caller's name on her phone.

‘My Sugar Daddy??’

Chalondra's forehead wrinkled instantly. But maybe she would ask about this over the phone instead.

"I sure I never input this number to my phone before," she said like someone who was staring at her closely.

"I did it when I took the clutch you left behind," Dominic answered. Of course, they were on the phone now.

"So ... all this time, you have my phone number?" Tears of sadness filled Chalondra's beautiful eyes. It turned out that Dominic had her number all this time, but had no intention of giving her any news. At all. That night seemed really meant nothing to that man.

"Yes." But the man's hand reflexively stretched out to wipe the tears on Chalondra's cheeks. However, the girl brushed it off.

"You don't have to pretend that you care now. Where have you been for the past month? You have my number but never call me. Sir, have you reconciled with your wife?"

Dominic didn't answer, unable to see the look of disappointment that Chalondra shot at him.

"I'm waiting for you to finish the exam. I don't want your exam to be messed up." Dominic was honest. The fact was, he actually kept being updated of this girl even after she rejected him before.

Chalondra was unmoved. Hearing Dominic know about the exam, made her a bit comforted. Had Dominic been watching her all this time? Seriously?

"Why are you here, Cha?"

"Celebrate after exam. Then what about you, Sir? Why are you here? Still have a drink?"

"I always come here every day. Hope you come here, Miss Chalondra."

One second.

Two seconds.

Three seconds.

No idea who took the first step, but now their faces were just an inch close. Sure, not long after, their lips were stuck together. Even Chalondra immediately wrapped her arms around Dominic's neck, so she could freely lift her high in the air.

They let go of such a big longing through a hasty kiss. Dominic cornered Chalondra against the wall and pressed her body tightly, and the girl responded by grabbing him by her legs.

"I miss you ... hikssss ..." The girl's tears broke when Dominic paused their kiss, crying into the crook of the man's neck while hugging him tightly.

"Me too, Cha. You're so mean ... for rejecting me that night ...."

"I'm sorry, I miss you ...." Chalondra complained louder. She really wanted Dominic to know what was in her heart.

Dominic opened the bedroom door behind his back with one hand. It was his room. He had just left there before finally meeting his soul mate here. The man brought Chalondra inside and closed the door from inside again. He sat on the edge of the bed with Chalondra who automatically sat on his thigh. The girl's head lifted showing her wet face. If they could only see in dim light before, now they could both see in the bright light.

Dominic again sipped on Chalondra's lips without permission. Besides, without asking permission, the girl wouldn't mind. That french kiss continued. Chalondra followed her instincts so that she looked more fluent in kissing. The girl agilely replied to all of Dominic's sucking and crushing. Her slender arms wrapped around the man's neck tightly. Instead, Dominic wrapped his hands around Chalondra's waist possessively. Oh, it was only a kiss, but successfully drove him to the verge of madness!

The long kiss finally had to be stopped because Chalondra was out of breath. Not sincere, Dominic pulled the girl's tongue firmly for the last time.

"S-Sir ...." Chalondra gasped breath. Her eyes were glazed. The passion inside her was already peaking.

"You're smart, Cha. Anyway, you study for exams or actually practice kissing during this month, hm?" Dominic quipped while stroking the girl's swollen lips.

"Hey, wasn’t it you who taught me at that time? Making out until five in the morning?"

Dom laughed. "I can't forget that, Cha. That night ... became the most beautiful night of my life. Will tonight be more beautiful than that night? I hope so."

Chalondra smiled. She really understood what Dominic meant. They looked at each other again. The feeling of longing was so obvious in their both couple of eyes. Nobody said a word, just stared at each other while embracing.

"I miss you, Cha. This is crazy, but I also can't lie. I'm like a child, right?"

"You mean you’re a pedophile? Do you remember when you said you were in college when I was just born?"

Dominic laughed, again. Chalondra still remembered his words about their age gap which was quite far. Yes, it seemed he deserved that title. But now, since Chalondra had graduated from high school, she was not considered as underage anymore, right? So, if he liked this girl, it’s legal, right?

"Yes. Do you mind?"

Chalondra quickly shook her head. She touched Dominic's cheeks with her little hands. Her beautiful eyes traced every inch of the man's handsome and firm face.

"So? You are my sugar daddy and I am your sugar baby?" She asked in a teasing tone. This time, her fingers were playing on Dominic's lips.

"What do you think? In return, you can ask me anything," Dominic offered. He pretended of didn’t know that Chalondra was the daughter of a conglomerate, who, of course, lived in wealth. This girl must have had everything.

"Anything?" Chalondra's beautiful eyes twinkled. Dominic greeted her with a nod.

"DEALS!!" Chalondra kissed the man again, a sign that they agreed.

Yes, Dominic is her sugar daddy from now on.

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