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Chapter 4

Mia's P.O.V

I felt like screaming. I told just Michael that Lars-"MY BODYGUARD" is my "BOYFRIEND"! Wasn't Michael supposed to be the last person to know about this? I wonder who told him about me. I am going to kill them if I ever know who the person is.

"Arghhhhh… my life is going to be ruined!

When I was pondering about it, Lars suddenly said something, which really interests me.

He said "Mia, do you seem so lost?"

I just simply replied "I, Mia Thermopolis likes Michael Moscovitz - get it?"

Lars just promptly nodded his head but then he said, "I am not surprised at all, you know? You looked so nervous to tell him about us."

I just kept quiet.

Lars continued, "Don't worry about it, Mia once the press is over, you and him will be together."

"That's impossible," I said.

"Why not?" Lars asked me.

"'Cause I know that he doesn't like me a single bit, do you understand me?"

But Lars wasn't that intelligent, I think.

He replied to me "Why are you so sure about it? I think you might attract his attention."

I just told him "Because I am slacking in Algebra and I am not that smart as he is. Michael has better people to go for… like that Judith Greshner."

"What's so good about her? I think that you really are the most perfect person that ever lived.'"

I reddened after I heard what Lars said.

"You just knew me a few hours. How would you know? You don't even know me well."

"Well, from the impression I received when I saw you is that you're not those type of bossy princess. You're entirely different. To tell you the truth, when your father hired me, I was so worried that I will have to face a stuck up princess or something just as bad. But you were very not as what I thought."

I grew redder.

"Yeah, but still you can't prove that Michael likes me."

"Well it's better to let you know what I think before you really lose hope on him."

I didn't understand what he meant at all but I didn't interrupt him.

"When you told him that I was your bodyguard, Michael and I shook hands didn't we? It wasn't just a pleasant greeting - I can tell."

I was begun to wonder.

"How do you know that? It is possible that it was just a hallucination."

But I wasn't convinced with what I said myself.

Lars told me

"He gave me a piercing look when I gazed at him. Besides, when you walked away, I realized he was staring at your back, looking hopeful and disappointed."

I went like "Really? You saw him do that?"

He just nodded.

I was absolutely thrilled with the news.

"Yippee!"

I was never really happy in my entire life. Except- of course, when my mom gave me Fat Louie when I was five. Before today, I never felt such happiness. I really hope what Lars told me is true. Oh, there goes the bell.

I can't wait for G&T!

Michael's P.O.V

After Mia had said the word "Boyfriend" I felt like my heart had been shattered into million pieces.

It's not that I can't wait for her for the rest of my life - the problem is, in a few more months I won't be able to even see Mia anymore!

Oh right - I haven't told you that I am going to Columbia to precede my studies. I won't be able to see her at all, maybe only during the holidays (I hope, at least).

"Don't worry Michael, she won't last long with Lars 'her so-called-boyfriend'" said Michael to himself.

However I am still not convinced that this 'Lars' was her boyfriend. Mia is not that kind of girl who flings herself at boys easily. She barely even knows Lars. I mean, she is not like her classmate, Lana Weinbeger, who flirts with every single boy who looks the even very least handsome.

I felt so angry with myself. I had liked Mia since I was in the seventh year. But to Mia I am just her best friend's brother.

I told my best friend, Felix about it. He just told me to find another girl. I wasn't pleased with what Felix said. His advice isn't very dependable. After all, Felix is a kind of guy who changes his girlfriend every month.

I must really find someone who understands me well to talk to. Suddenly, Lily patted me on my shoulder.

I snapped at her, "What do you want?"

"Oh, I just want to know where Mia went. Did you see her?" asked Lily.

"Yes" I said, sullenly.

Lily, with her 'sibling-mood-detector' felt that there was something wrong, so she asked me to tell her what is troubling me.

She told me "We are brothers and sisters. We need to help each other, don't you know that?"

I was very surprised with Lily words because we barely talk to each other. We only discuss whose turn it was to put the dishes in the dishwasher.

I was very reluctant to tell her but I really needed someone to listen to me.

So I murmured, "I like Mia"

Lily couldn't hear what I said so she asked me again. Perhaps she was just in shock.

I told her in a louder tone, "I like Mia"

I expected Lily to be shocked as Mia was her best friend.

Instead Lily said, "I am not surprised that you like Mia"

"How did you know? Did Felix tell you that?"

"No."

"Then how did you find out?"

"Well you always mumble her name in your sleep"

I was flushed with Lily's words, I didn't know that I was that obsessed about Mia.

"Why didn't you tell me?" I demanded.

Lily just replied to me, "Well, I thought it's better not to interfere with your love life."

"Besides, Mia has a boyfriend now. And he's super gorgeous" Lily continued.

"Yes, I know" I said softly.

Lily pitied me and said, "You don't worry. I am pretty sure that she likes you too."

"Really?"

"Yup"

"You are not kidding me aren't you?"

"Why should I?"

"Well for one thing, you might be just saying that to comfort you."

"I can help you." Lilly said. "I mean, to win Mia's heart."

I kept quiet. Lily shrugged and said, "Suit yourself. Think about it. But if there is anything I can do I am ready to help you"

Lily just walked away leaving me behind.

'Whether Lily could be telling me a fib about Mia liking me or not; I am sure she can help me to get Mia to like me."'

I was really desperate for help so as I thought of finally agreeing getting Lily's helping hand, the bell rang.

"Damn."

Mia's P.O.V

This is not as bad as I thought. Having a bodyguard, I mean. Lars wasn't allowed to come in the classroom to avoid any suspicion. The teachers are also not allowed to know - except for Principal Gupta.

As I was in Algebra, Lana turned her head around asked me "Who is that guy who is following you?"

I just shrugged and said, "He's my boyfriend"

Lana was look at me, disgusted. "Ewww… I don't believe you. Why would a cute guy like him chooses you over a billion of gals?"

"What are you asking me for? You should ask him yourself."

"Whatever, freak." Lana turned her head in front.

However, the rest of the lesson went well, just as English did.

Michael's P.O.V

Today, I kept on thinking about Mia. I couldn't concentrate on my studies as I used to. Therefore I really made up my mind to ask Lily for her help. Earlier I wasn't that sure to consult Lily about this matter. Eventually, Lily was the last person I would ask, as she is my sister.

I kept on telling myself that siblings should help each other but I felt very awkward. Because we rarely talk or share problems together like other families do. Well we are one funny family.

Great the lunch bell just rang. I have to find Lily immediately.

Mia's P.O.V

I walked straight out of class but guess who bumped into me?

Michael!

He looked so red. He didn't realize it was me because he was in a hurry. He murmured, "Sorry."

I went, "It's okay."

The silence broke between us. I was gazing deeply into his deep, brown eyes. I felt like I wanted to melt.

Suddenly, Lily broke the tension between us.

She said, "Oh hi, Michael," giving him a determined look.

I felt very uncomfortable so I said, "See you in lunch," straight to Lily.

She just nodded her head with a broad smile on her face. I wondered what made her so cheerful today. She is up to something I just can feel it. She is my best friend since kindergarten. How wouldn't I understand her well?

Lars just followed behind me - quiet as a mouse.

Michael's P.O.V

Lily spoilt it.

She could have waited for me.

She shouldn't have destroyed my special moment with Mia.

I snapped her, "Why did you do that for?"

"I'm sorry. I didn't know that anything was going on between the both of you," Lilly replied with a small voice.

"It's okay..." I said huffily, not really meaning it.

"So?"

I didn't understand her.

"What are you trying to say?"

"So do you need me to help you? I feel like I should." in a tone which I really despise.

I just nodded.

Lily was very happy and said, "I am going to make you and Mia the most perfect couple" in a high pitch.

I closed her mouth with my hand quickly, seeing that several people had already heard what Lily said.

I gave them my most friendly smile (tm) and promptly replied, "She's a bit mental"

I pulled Lily aside.

"I'm warning you. You can't tell anyone about this - even Boris. Do you understand me?" I said, threateningly.

I spoke to her in that way was meant to frighten her. Unfortunately, it didn't. She was even giggling, it was as if she couldn't contain her excitement.

"Don't worry," she assured me.

Suddenly she said, "Aren't you having a meeting today?"

I suddenly remembered about the meeting and ran to the canteen as fast as I could. I haven't been this late before. I could hear Lilly's increasingly loud laughter as I ran down the hallway. I just can't understand girls.

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