** ZACH'S POV **
Why did I even agree for her to be my girlfriend? She's nothing close to my type. She's dull and boring, not to mention, a bookworm geek. But looks-wise, she's not that bad, she's somewhat...passable.
I lay down on the bed and stared at the ceiling of the infirmary. It's been a really long day. I don't understand what that girl's up to. She really hated me yesterday, and now she's claiming that she likes me? That girl has some serious issues.
I'll treat this as our little game Victoria Peige. It's been boring lately and I wanna do something fun.
She's right though. I've never dated quiet girls before, not even a bookworm and a geek, they're just boring the hell out of me. How long will these acts going? How long will you last Victoria Peige? Can you handle a hot guy like me? I chuckled and brushed my hair with my hands. This is going to be interesti
* TORI'S POV * "Hey Zach I have to go now. I might be late for class. I'll go on ahead. Thanks for the ride and nice to meet you Samantha." I stepped out of Zach's car and walked towards the entrance.Was he trying to make me jealous?Well, you'll never make me jealous, Zachary. I grinned to myself.Yesterday was a hell of a day. I've been ignoring Nathan and Chloe's phone calls all night. I think I'm not yet ready. I still have no idea what to say to them, especially to Chloe. She knows me too well to see if I'm lying or not.True to what Zach's had been predicted; I'm really receiving a lot of odd looks today. And I'm not really so surprised by that, seeing the outcome of his sudden declaration yesterday at the cafeteria, this is highly expected. At least they're not doing something stupid. The glares and whispers were... tolerable.&nb
TORI'S POV *We arrive at one of the restaurants at Meatpacking district. I've never been here before considering my long residence in the Big Apple. Zach really knows to impress a girl. I give him that, considering he dated a bunch of girls, he sure knows that tricks.We headed inside and a waitress approached us, leading us to our seats. She greeted us and gave us menus and that's where I noticed something. She's talking softly to Zach, giggling every time Zach gave her our order. She kept on doing this mannerism of tucking her hair back to her ear and batting her lashes. Flirting.Zach on the other hand is busy ordering. He really knows the dishes here. I wonder if he had any idea that the waitress in flirting at him. After he completed the orders, the waitress winked at him and looked at me with a sinister face. When she's completely gone, I started to chortle."
ZACH'S POV ** I wasn't expecting anything in return after that whole Samantha and the waitress scene. But I could see it in her eyes somehow she enjoyed my company. For a certified bookworm, she sure did catch me off-guard. She kissed me on the cheek.How interesting. I touched the side of my cheek where she left me a kiss.I could still feel the warmth of her lips and I can't forget that innocent look on her face. It's amazing how a friendly gesture for other people made her react like that. I wonder what her reaction would be if it was a real one. Sooner or later she will give in to my irresistible charm. I'm actually curious when or how she'll be begging for these badass lips one way or another.I have to admit she's really interesting. She's different from the girls I usually go out with. I mean she's totally okay with her boyfriend flirting with someone else. Alt
* TORI'S POV * I can't believe so much happened in just one day. Zach showing up at my apartment, the Samantha thing, Nathan's confrontation, skipping class, the lunch date, did I miss anything?As the elevator was going up to our floors, the silence made me think about the things that transpired today. I was trying to recall something missing with the events that occurred. Then it hit me.I kissed him! I thought in utter shock and horror.I could feel my eyes widening. It was a big deal for me since I just kissed the guy I hated most. It was hard to accept that on my part. He must think I'm trying too hard to be all flirty. More importantly, how or where did I kiss him again? I was reacting like I kissed him on the lips but as I recall; I swear, I kissed him on the cheek. A friendly gesture was what I thought, but we're not exactly just friends, are we?
ZACH'S POV **It was pretty late when I got home from our little get together. I can't remember the last time I laughed so hard like that. It was one hell of a night indeed.Bro's will be Bro's. I thought to myself, opening the door to the penthouse.I stepped inside a bit tipsy. I'm usually hardcore when it comes to drinking so it wasn't a surprise that I got home safely. Those bozos never stood a chance."Boris? Boris!" I looked for Boris, my butler. I could smell the stench of alcohol in me so I wanted a remedy. A tall glass of milk usually does the trick. I headed to the kitchen and passed by the living room. "Boris? Where are you? Get me a glass of milk! I'm..." I was startled by the figure standing in front of the fireplace.Those dickheads have a lot of explaining to do. The hell did they put in my drink? I'm not that wasted. I really need that milk. Th
** ZACH's POV ** What time is it? I groaned as I slowly opened my eyes and shut it the moment sunlight touched them. Immediately, I covered my head with a pillow trying to fight the massive headache I was having. I sat on bed scratching my head trying to piece together what went down yesterday.Images flashed in my head. The time I spent with Tori, the boys, Chloe... how did I end up in bed anyway?I reached for the clock. It was already half past ten in the morning. Damn it! I missed two classes! I quickly stood up from bed. As I was heading to the door to look for Boris, I suddenly felt a massive headache."Fuck!" My cursed as I held my head with both hands."Care for a glass of milk sir?" Boris came out of nowhere with a glass of milk in his hand."Boris! Thank God! Give me that!" I finished the whole glass in one gulp. A
* TORI'S POV * I was never much of a party girl. The loud music, overcrowded clubs, awkward conversations, it just wasn't my thing. Yet, here I am looking for something to wear to Zach's party, or rather Zach's friend's party.I kept on scanning my closet for clothes and I just couldn't find anything or maybe I just didn't know what to wear. Chloe would always receive invitations to parties. Since I'm always with her, I'd also be invited but I always make up excuses not to go."I give up!" I said in frustration.I walked out of my closet and jumped on my bed landing on my back.What are you planning Zach?Does he plan on making me jealous again? I thought of the time he introduced me to Samantha. That's just stupid. He wouldn't do the same thing twice. Unless... I had the worst realization of the situation at the party. I im
TORI'S POV * "Zach, I..."I was surprised at what he did. I looked at his face. I was so close to him I couldn't help but blush a little.'Stop it! Use your brain silly!' I scolded myself and avoided eye contact with him.This is actually the first time I saw him in casual clothes. He was just wearing a polo shirt and simple pants but the way he looked right now is simply awesome. He wasn't trying hard to be the hot guy in the party but I had to admit, he really looks good and hot!"Are you blushing?" He asked giving me a smile."No! It's just... I'm kinda embarrassed with all these people staring at me.""No worries, you'll be fine. Besides, everyone knows you're with me now." He moved his face close to mine and put his hands gently on my cheeks. I couldn't take my eyes off him. "See what I'm doing? You
Yes,It's true that I have to end the story Must Date The Playboy. I already planned out everything. It just doesn't feel right to end it the way others want it to be, a happy one.What happened to Chloe? Does Nathan come back? Is River really an underdog? Does James and Tori end up together after what happened? And where the hell is Zach?Do you believe in, Love is sweeter the second time around? Do you believe in second chances? Or do you stand to believe in the saying past is past and learn to let go?
** TORI's POV **I woke up with a smile plastered on my face. I stretched my arms to the other side of the bed, expecting Zach to be lying beside me, much to my disappointment no one was there. As I opened my eyes I'm in a bed, alone. I rubbed my eyes and sat up glancing at the surroundings thinking that he's sitting somewhere.I stood up taking a tour around the suite to find him."Zach?"I called out trying to ride along with his surprise.Where are you? Breakfast in bed perhaps? Pondering at the thought of me and Zach together again made me wonder how we're going to face everyone. I assumed when he said those three words last night we had an understanding.He wants me as much as I want him.As I checked the dining area of the suite, I saw silver platters carefully prepared as if a grand feast will take place. One thing I noticed though was a big cup of probably hot choco as if it was just prepared secon
** TORI'S POV **He's here. I heard the bell rang.I barely slept last night. Aside from the fact that I was busy packing for my supposedly vacation, I can't help but think why I even said yes to his offer.Checked the clock and it's four o' clock.Right on time.I can really say that going with Zach to Mexico is really a bad idea. It made me think twice if it's what I really wanted, and somehow I know I can be happy if I spend the next forty-eight hours with him. I had to be selfish. I know it's not going to be as easy as what we thought, saying goodbye and forgetting everything? What if we can't fulfill the promise we agreed upon? What if in the end, I'll keep Zach for myself?I dismissed the thoughts in my head. Today's the day that we'll have to forget everything and act as if nothing happened. We know that we need this. We will forget the lies, the drama and leave everything in New York. It's just going to be
** TORI's POV **"Please. Leave." Zach's words were pleading and I can feel the pain in his voice. His eyes were still closed and it's clear that he doesn't want me near him. I'm somehow thankful that his eyes were shut, because the tears in my eyes were flowing freely. I'm trying my best to suppress my sobs.I watched him for about a few more seconds and then I took my retreat. I can't bear it anymore. I don't want to see him like that. I ran as fast as I can, away from him, away from this premise. I ran outside the school and hailed a cab to my house. There I started to burst in tears.I kept picturing Zach. At that moment, I want to come to him. To take back all the things I said a while ago. That it's not true that I don't love him anymore because in reality, I still do. I love him so much that it hurts.But I can't back out now. I have to do this for Chloe. I once promised that there is nothing coming in between our friendship.
** ZACH's POV **In his own odd way, I guess, my dad, don't know how to be normal after all. He's being a father in his own unique way.Now that everything's settled, all I have to do is clean up my mess. I won't let Tori go this time around. I won't let her slide off the palm of my hands unless she hears me out.I'm ready to tell her everything she wants to know.I went to the third floor balcony, expecting James to be there. But to my disappointment, he's not. I've been calling him to ask if Tori said something to him but he's unreachable.Where in the world could he be?I've been to the studio, the library, and every possible place I could find both of them. I'm very certain that Tori's not with Nathan because he left the next day I learnt about his doings.Honestly, I didn't want him to leave right away but he insisted that he needed this break so that I could have the opportunity to explain everything to Tori.
** ZACH's POV ** 'What's keeping him so long?'I'm at one of our hotels in California where he's staying. It took me not long enough to know his location all thanks to good old Boris.With the perks of being an Anderson, I can do whatever I want. I can ride a private plane anywhere. It saves me a lot of time and time is what I need in this situation. I have to settle this once and for all. It's time to face my father.I've been thinking a lot. How I hate myself right now. Why didn't I hear Tori's explanation before? Why did I leave Mexico all of a sudden? Why didn't I ask for any explanation? And why is it that I waited a week to seek her out?I hate myself for being such a narrow-minded person. The moment I learnt that Tori used me, it never occurred to me that I used her as well. I came clean and only thought of myself. I blamed her for everything well in fact we just did the same. We used each other.If it weren't for Na
** JAMES' POV **I've been avoiding everyone since that very special day. Yeah, sarcasm. All my effort down the drain, what a waste. I wanted to tell Zach that Tori's intention might've been bad at first but she developed feelings along the way. If it weren't for that eavesdropper, blonde, everything was going so well.At that moment, it pains me seeing Tori like that. I don't want to see her in that situation. I've had enough of her misery. The last thing I want right now is to see Tori hurt, again. It's been more than a week already since my planned absence in school. I need to see where things are now. I immediately looked for Tori the moment I set foot in school. Surprisingly she's nowhere to be found. So I just decided to go to the school's third floor balcony hoping that I could find Zach, but to my disappointment, he's not there.I decided to stay there for a while, looking at the courtyard thinking what to do next. I contacted Zach.
** ZACH's POV **"Sneaky as always, huh, Hemmington." After I heard a very interesting story, I immediately went out and go hunt down Nathan.I'm at his apartment. I told Boris to use another number and pretend that Harry's in town and viola the bait is set."Anderson. I don't have time for this. I have to be somewhere." Nathan just continued to walk and ignored me. I'm still standing by the fireplace, busy examining my nails. I have to stay calm as possible. There were still a lot of questions that needed to be answered."If you're looking for Harry, he's not here. You just fell for my trap."Nathan stopped and looked at me disgracefully. "Seriously? We're not kids, dude. What do you want, Zach?""Well, I should ask you the same question, what game are you playing at?" I let that one out venomously. I guess I really can't suppress the anger I'm feeling right now. This guy is un-fuckin-believable.He just laughed sa
**TORI's POV**"It still doesn't change the way I feel about you, Tori. Because despite everything, I still do."Zach's words kept on replaying inside my head. I don't know what to think anymore. I'm so confused. I don't know what to feel. What the heck am I supposed to do now? I told him that I don't love him anymore even if I still do.Why do I keep on lying to myself? Why did I even say that to him? Is it because of the fact that I'm in front of Nathan and James? I'm afraid that if I ever admit to him that I still love him, he might not believe me or worst, reject it. Why am I so stupid for falling for someone like him!"Tori." I was out of my reverie when Nathan called me out. "Are you alright?" Nathan worried.I looked at him and gave him a reassuring smile. It's been a week since the revelation and I really appreciate Nathan for not leaving my side. He's always been here for me.It's also been a week since I last saw Z