"Hey there pretty lady, would you like a drink?"

I looked up and stood before me was a young man of average height. He had spiky hair and enchanting golden eyes. Maintaining eye contact with him was almost impossible as those eyes seemed to pierce directly into my soul.

"No thank you, please leave me alone." I blurted out on instinct and quickly looked away. I had no intention of continuing our conversation. Flirtatious people chatting up girls at bars probably had an ulterior motive. I believed he was no exception.

He walked off and I heaved a sigh of relief. I had taken leave tomorrow and had been forced to accompany my friend, Sapphire.

Speaking of Sapphire… Where was she?

Upon the sudden realisation I was sitting alone, I quickly stood up and looked around for my friend. I had every intention of giving her a piece of my mind for leaving me alone.

Standing about 20 feet away from me was Sapphire - a slim girl with light brown hair that falls on each side of her face in two long locks. She was chatting with a lean guy with red eyes. His hair was completely white. If I wasn't angry I probably would have wondered if those white hairs were natural.

Sapphire.. I am going to beat the crap out of you.

I was about to walk over when the same guy strutted towards me holding two glasses of drinks. He placed them on the table between us and made himself comfortable on the seat beside me.

"My name's Gold! And you are?"

"Didn't hear me the first time? Leave me alone" I raised my voice. I was putting on a brave front and I was sure my eyes were giving away how fearful and vulnerable I had felt.

"Chill lady – "

"Get lost!"

"You don't have to be so afraid of –"

I clenched my fist and looked directly at him, trying to appear as scary as I could.

"Fine, Super Serious Gal." With that, he stormed off, probably to look for another potential girl to spend the night with.

What is this guy's problem?

I walked up angrily to Sapphire, ready to let her know what had transpired and how it was her fault.

"Hey Saph –"

It then dawned upon me that Sapphire was busy making out with the white haired individual. I was ignored as both of them had their arms wrapped around each other and entertained a passionate kiss I could only describe with one word – sloppy. That guy was groping her butt in the midst of it all.

"Hey!" I shoved him. "Don't you dare touch my friend in that manner you jerk!" I quickly broke their kiss and put some distance between them, holding Sapphire closer to me.

"Hey Crys what are you doing, why did you interfere? Let go of me!" Sapphire slurred. It was obvious that she had one too many to drink and was losing touch with reality.

"Come to your senses Saph, he was taking advantage of you!"

"Him? Oh Ruby is a nice.. He's a nice guy! Not every guy here is bad! Stop being so narrow minded! It's no wonder you have no boyfriend up to this point in your life. You must learn to have fun Crys, now let go of me!" With that, Sapphire attempted to break free.

Ruby merely stood there. He was grinning from ear to ear and did not seem to be able to process what was happening. It was apparent that he was intoxicated as well.

"Hey.. is everything alright?"

That voice sounded familiar..

I turned around and saw Gold standing before me. His golden eyes reflected a serious look.

"It's none of your business, Gold".

"Well.. your pretty friend was making out with my friend, how could it be none of my business?"

Ruby is Gold's friend? Oh great, just great.

At this point, Sapphire broke free and retreated to Ruby. They locked arms and had stupid grins on their faces.

Pissed would be an understatement.

Gold and I stood outside the bar with our eyes locked on a cab that was about to make a left turn and disappear from sight. Well, long story short, Sapphire was bent on following Ruby home. I had tried to convince Sapphire otherwise and had failed miserably.

Whatever…

"Hey pretty lady, how are you getting home?"

With that, Gold broke my train of thought.

"Well, I live around this area, so I guess I'll be walking home. What about you?"

"I live around the area too! What a coincidence! Maybe it's a sign that we should go home together!" Gold purposely emphasised on the word together and I blushed instantly.

Wait, why was I blushing?

"Are you crazy? You better watch that language!"

"Come on now, you don't have to be shy, it was pretty obvious you had entertained that thought, even for a second. By the way, will you make breakfast for me in bed?"

What was wrong with him? Can't he speak normally? I'm sure that I was not the first person to hear this and definitely wouldn't be the last. I raised my fist and aimed for his shoulder.

"Kidding, I'm kidding! You know, you don't have to be so serious all the time, Super Serious Gal. I guess I'll head back for more drinks. See ya around…"

"The name's Crystal."

"Right! See ya Crys."

"Who gave you the permission to call me Crys? It's Crystal to you!"

Gold smiled and walked off in the direction of the bar. I chased after him and grabbed him by the arm.

"I need your phone number."

"What?" He looked shocked.

"If something were to happen to Saph, I need a number to give to the authorities. That white haired dude was your friend right? Give me your number, now".

Gold laughed. It went on for a full minute before I interrupted.

"What's so funny? Do I look like I'm joking? I'm not letting go until you give me your number."

"Well…"

"Well?"

"Many girls have tried various methods to get my number, and you win the prize for creativity!" He said while holding back his laughter. I could not believe this guy. I would love to give him the beating of his life.

"Pass me your phone, Crys."

I swiftly handed him my phone and he saved his number in my phone.

"Are you sure you don't want me to walk you home? It's late and dark out there."

"I'll be fine by myself, thanks for the offer though."

"Well Crys, that's the most pleasant thing you've said this entire night! Bye then!"

With that, he took off and blended into the crowded bar.

I slowly made my way home. Along the way, I could not stop thinking of Gold. I had not been so angry for a while now and Gold tops my list of "most rude individuals I have met". I didn't know why, but deep down I felt a little happy. I was happy to have met this rude individual? I must be going insane, or intoxicated. I slapped myself and tried my best to forget Gold. However, the harder I tried, the harder it was for him to leave my mind.

Little did I know that he would soon become the most important person in my life. Little did I know he would be the one causing me so much pain. Little did I know…

If I had known, I would've hugged him before I left.

Author's words:

Hey everyone, thank you for reading. Do leave reviews and do favourite if you like this story! I challenged myself to write this story and complete it within 2 weeks. Hence, I strive to finish by 8 October 2015. Please go easy on me as this is the first fiction I have ever written.

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