CHAPTER 9
A/N: Please read carefully. There is a change in POVs. Enjoy!
~Naomi's POV~
"Can you please tell me what's wrong?" Haruka groaned for the tenth time today. I sighed and shook my head.
"It's nothing." well it's definitely not nothing. Steve kissing me is not a nothing! But I just can't tell Haruka, not yet. She likes him a lot. This is the biggest reason to why you should tell her.
Letting out a sigh, I settled onto a hair and stared blankly at the beautiful gown laid across my bed. It was a rose gold piece, with a halter neck and no back. The gown was astounding but I didn't feel like wearing it. Not when I knew that Steve would have his attention on me. Suddenly, someone knocked on the door and Haruka yelled a 'come in'. Robert slid into the room, his face portraying smugness.
"Yo Usui," he spotted Haruka and hastily added, "Haruka." she gave him a dismissive wave and then stomped into the bathroom with her gown. Haruka knew something was up and she was frustrated that I wasn't telling her. Robert let out a low, awkward whistle.
"Anyway, is that what you're wearing tonight?" he asked as he sprawled onto the bed. Well, this is your room as much as it's mine, isn't it Robert? I gave a sarcastic smile at the thought then nodded, responding to his question.
"It's pretty. I think you would look amazing in it." he mumbled in a soft voice. My chest felt like a flower was blooming within it.
"Um... thanks." I grinned, ignoring the strange feelings I was getting.
"I'll leave you girls to change. Meet you at the ball." Robert said as he jumped off the bed and strode out of the room.
Mum gave me an approving look when I descended the stairs. She was looking incredibly elegant in a square-necked, purple gown. Her pixie-cut hair had grown longer, reached her chin and her bangs were clipped back.
"Lovely." Mum said in adoration. I hugged her and then we made our way to the Walker palace.
"I'm going to father now. If you need me then I'll be at the balcony." Mum stated, putting on her white, felt eye mask. With her skirts trailing behind her, she sauntered away. I stood alone awkwardly at the entrance. Only when I tied my own eye mask did I feel slightly comforted. I was used to coming to these sorts of events, but I was never left alone. So I was very uncomfortable without anyone I knew around.
"You look stunning, Usui." a male voice said as his hand snaked around my waist. Robert. I spun to face him. My breath ragged when I saw him. He was wearing a white suit with a blue tie that brought out the red of his eyes. His blonde hair was pushed back with gel, not the usual shaggy bangs against his forehead.
"You look charming as well." I retorted after a few second pause. Robert gave me a knowing smirk, as though he knew everything and then pulled me towards the courtyard where the ball was being held.
The normally deserted courtyard was now packed with activity. The stone floors were covered by black carpets and an array of food stands lined the corners. Right in the middle of the courtyard stood a champagne fountain. Guests headed towards it and filled their champagne flutes with the sparkling liquid. A loud voice boomed through the speakers,
"Please clear the centre area of the courtyard. The Usui couple are to begin the first dance." Robert led me to the fountain, where we stood at the front of the crowd. I noticed my Dad in a black pinstriped suit and checker eye mask, guiding Mum onto the dance floor. As the musicians began a steady tune, they joined hands and began to waltz.
I remembered the time Mum struggled with dancing. That was the only flaw she had, along with cooking. But now she waltzes like a pro. Her cooking still hasn't improved though. I chuckled to myself. The way Dad and Mum were at ease with each other was pleasing to see. It was clearly visible that they loved one another dearly. Will I ever get someone like that? One who I can love so much that my heart will start aching?
Robert's grip on my waist tightened and he looked down at me. That's when I realized that I had said all that aloud. I clamped a hand over my mouth and stared at him, wide-eyed. What will he think of me now? He leaned towards me and whispered into my ear, his breath tingling my sensitive skin,
"Can I be the one you love?" his words sent electrifying shivers through me and I gazed into his ruby red eyes. They were calm but firm, channelling that he was dead-serious about his words.
Robert gave me a gentle smile before bending to me. I met his lips halfway, a peculiar instinct driving me. Unlike with Steve, I did kiss Robert back. This felt... right. His mouth slanted on mine, giving his tongue an entrance. Soon it was a clash of teeth and tongue. One question kept whirling in my mind. Why did this feel so different from the kiss I had with Steve? It's because I like Robert...
That's when it hit me. The reason why I always had those weird feelings whenever Robert was around. The reason why I always felt hot and bothered when he said something. The reason why I always had this other instinct instructing me when I was with him.
Yes, I like Robert.
~Steve's POV~
Damn, the music here is too loud. There was something going on around the champagne fountain. I could figure out that much by seeing the crowd there. But frankly, I didn't care. I found a dark corner where I could make the call and quickly dialled in the number.
Why does she always take so much time to pick up? The ringing continued and as each ring passed, my temper rose. When she finally picked up on the fifth ring, I let out an annoyed noise and barked into the phone,
"Mother, the plan is finally in motion. She's started to let me get closer."
Hehehe. Two chapters in two days? Not bad, eh? Thing is I'm going to be busy from this week with my finals and I won't be able to update until 6th April. Plus, I felt really bad that I wasn't active for a long time so I figured that I could post another chapter today. How's the treat?
And... Robert and Naomi finally kissed! Dun dun dun dunnnnnnnn! Hahaha they're cute together right?
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Toodles! :*
