Chapter 03:
My family has a weird some kind of curse. I think it is so peculiar and funny. Let me tell you! Every member of my mom's family falls in love at first sight. It is unbelievable, isn't it?
Well, but that's true. My Grandfather and Grandmother knew they were meant to be when their eyes first met. Mom believed Dad was the one when he accidentally touched her hand. And now is another recently example. My big brother was head over heels for a girl at the first time he saw her. Can you guess who? I'll give you a hint! It's a Winx's member whose name is Layla.
I had no idea how they officially became girlfriend and boyfriend. The only thing I know is that I introduced her to Nabu and the next day, I observed them going out together. Although Layla is a Winx's member, she seems to be kind and nice, unlike the other girls. I didn't really mind if they dated.
I wondered how I would meet my true love. I had never been in love before. My Mom told me that when she first met my Dad, she saw sparks fly around them. When I was a young kid, I kept asking Mom to tell her love story. I always imagined that my love would be as romantic as hers.
Anyways, I was not looking for any romance right then. I should concentrate more on my friends' problems.
I woke up quite early. It had been a week since the sleepover at Musa's house. I heard that Helia's gang had arrived home, but I didn't really see Helia. I wondered what he looked like. I bet he had gone to a different junior high school since I hadn't seen Musa's brother before. I guessed they were all alike. Like brother, like sister. He must be mean and malicious, too. Poor Mrs. Branch! She is nice, but she has two ashamed kids. Anyways, I didn't care much about Helia. He was none of my business. I had to keep on finding a plan for my revenge. This was harder than I thought. But I couldn't give up, and I would never do. I needed to be a Winx's member to get close to them so that I could find their weaknesses. Okay, let's follow my first step then I will figure out the second one.
I got up and went to the bathroom. After taking a bath, I got dressed. I chose a light pink layer dress with some dark floral patterns printed on it. I put on white high heels and let my curly hair the way it was. I checked myself in the mirror. I looked great!
I ran downstairs to have cereal for breakfast. Today, I was going downtown. Although I had lived here, many things changed and I needed to wander around.
A lot of buildings and malls had been built. The streets were crowded than before. I was amazed by the town's beauty. I couldn't believe it changed that much.
After spending a whole day wandering around, I decided to go home. There was a park near in my neighborhood. I love nature so I changed my mind and walked to the park.
This park was huge. It had many trees that looked like a forest. I love to walk under tree's shade. It made me feel so relax.
I kept enjoying the fresh air and the beautiful view of nature that I didn't realize there was something standing in my way. Until I paid attention to where I was going, I saw a dog. He was a Siberian Husky. He was kinda big and cute.
The thing was that dogs were my biggest fear. At the age of five, I was once bitten by a mad dog. Since then, I never stood near a dog in a radius of about 5 feet. But now, in about 10 steps sat a dog. What should I do?
My heart started racing, my knees became weak and I begin feeling dizzy. I wanted to run. The worst thing to do in front of a strange dog is running. I tried to breathe normally in other not to let him know I was totally freaking out.
I clenched my fists. The dog kept staring at me. It just sat there silently. I guessed this scene would be very funny since a teenager was freaking out because of a dog.
Five minutes passed by and the dog still sat there. I thought if I stood motionlessly, the dog would get fed up and leave. Oh God, please help me. How can I over come this situation?
An idea came up in my mind. I could move slowly. I took one little step back. The dog still stayed remain. Okay, this works. Keep stepping backwards. Flora, be brave!
I took another step, then another one. Abruptly, my back touched something. It took me a few seconds to realize it was a guy's chest. Well, this is quite embarrassing. I quickly turned back. Then my high heels made me lose my balance. Oh my. I was about to fall on the ground. What a day! I was so freaking out the I closed my eyes.
As I thought I would be lying on the solid ground, I fell into somebody's arms instead. They were strong and warm. He made me feel so secured. I opened my eyes to see who he was.
I would never forget this scene. It became the most memorable moment of my life. The boy who was holding me in his arms was so tall and handsome. He had blue hair and fair skin.
He has striking aqua eyes that got me attracted. I couldn't help gazing at them. I was deeply lost in them. What's wrong with me? His beautiful eyes got me frozen and breathless. I couldn't control my body, nor my heart.
All of a sudden, I realized something mysterious. The feeling I had never experienced before. I didn't know how to describe it in words. Maybe I didn't know what happened to me, too. So irrational but magical.
My heart beat faster and faster. I wondered if he could hear it. My cheeks heated up. An electricity ran through my veins. My body stiffened. The feeling was peculiar but I didn't hate it at all. Actually, there was nothing better than this.
What was this place? Heaven or Earth? I saw sparks fly. I heard birds singing on the trees. Flowers bloomed on the ground and butterflies flied around us. People surrounding us seemed to disappear. I really didn't care everything around us.
I was so over the moon. I wanted to live this moment forever.
Suddenly, a melody played in my mind:
And now I'm falling for ya Falling for ya I know I shouldn't but I I just can't stop myself from Falling for ya Falling for ya Can't hold on any longer And now I'm falling for you
The song described correctly what I truly felt. I couldn't deny it.
Was it real or just a dream? How could it happen to me? I asked myself a question that I had never thought of. Is this a crush? I blushed when I realized what had just come across my mind. I guessed this was Mom's feeling when she met my Dad.
He slowly leaned down and locked his eyes into mine. Oh dear. My heart dropped a beat. What was he doing? Is he gonna kiss me? Oh God, please make it real. I prayed.
He was not going to kiss you. Wake up, Flora! He barely knows you!
"Hello. Are you alright?" he gently said.
His voice was so warm, just like his muscular arms.
"I'm fine. Thank you." I mumbled.
"You're welcome." He replied.
The dog abruptly barked and approached us. I was so scared that I ran behind his back instantly and held his arm.
"Are you scared of dog?" he leaned his head down and turned his face to mine.
"Y.e.a.h." I stammered.
I started shivering since a real dog was standing near me in a few inches.
"It's okay. Max is nice and obedient. He won't bite." He said.
I quickly let him out. I didn't notice that I was holding his arm tight. My fingers even pinched him hard. How awkward it is!
"I'm sorry." I mumbled.
"No, I understand." he smiled. "Sorry, but I have to take my dog for a walk now. Goodbye." He said.
"Goodbye." I replied.
After he had gone, I realized I didn't know his name. Stupid Flora. You should have asked for his name!
He had gone then. Mom said if two persons were meant to be, they would meet again. I wondered if I had another chance to see him.
When I reached home, it was nearly 6 p.m. Mom and Nabu was cooking. After diner, I went upstairs to enter my room. I felt a little tired, so I tried to relax myself by taking a shower.
I dried my hair, then I sat at my desk. I opened my laptop to check mail and write a letter for Dad. I would tell him that everything was fine, and we all missed him a lot.
"Hey!" I heard boy's voice from Musa's house.
I quickly looked outside the window forward toward her house to see who he was. I saw a blue-haired boy. I widened my eyes.
"You are the guy I met this evening?" I said.
"That's right." he said.
"Are you Helia?" I asked.
"Yes, I am" he said.
I was in a big shock. Oh, how come I didn't recognize that he looked identical to ?
Anyway, my wish really came true.
"I guess you are Flora, right?" he raised his eyebrows.
"Yeah" I smiled. "By the way, where is your dog?"
"He is here!" he said. "Max, come here boy!" he whistled.
As he called, the dog ran to him and licked his face.
"This is Flora, our new neighbor." he said to Max, pointing at me.
Max looked at his direction and barked. I believed he greeted me.
"Hello Max" I waved at him.
His dog was so cute. I wished I hadn't been so scared of dogs.
"I'm heading to bed now. Good night, Flora" he told me.
"Good night!" I said.
He closed the windows and shut the curtains down. The lights were turned off.
I couldn't stop myself from smiling. My charming prince lived next door. I wanted to scream out loud. I was so happy that I danced and sang along to my favorite song playing from my iPod:
The day started ordinary
Boys walking by
It was the same story
Too fresh or too shy
I'm not the kind
Too fall for a guy
Who flashes a smile
(It goes on for miles)
When usually swoon
But I'm over the moon
(He was just too cool for school)
And now I'm
Falling for Ya
Falling for Ya
I know I shouldn't but I
I just can't stop myself from
Falling for Ya
Falling for Ya
Can't hold on any longer
And now I'm falling for you…
Now we're going steady
He's the cat's meow
(Meow Meow!)
He says I'm a betty!
And we paint the town
I'm not the kind
To fall for a guy
Just cuz' he says hi
(When he's cruisin by)
He's ready to race
And I'm catching his gaze
And now I'm
Falling for Ya
Falling for Ya
I know I shouldn't but I
I just can't stop myself from
Falling for Ya
Falling for Ya
Can't hold on any longer
And now I'm falling for ya…
It feels like I tumbled from another world
Into your arms and it's so secure
Maybe I'll stumble but I'll know for sure
Head over heels
I'm gonna be your girl
And now I'm
Falling for Ya
Falling for Ya
I know I shouldn't but I
I just can't stop myself from
Falling for Ya
Falling for Ya
Can't hold on any longer
And now I'm falling for you…
Now I finally understood the lyrics. Oh my. I think I really fall for you, Helia!
I thought of Helia so much last night, so I couldn't sleep well. A loud noise woke me up in the next morning. I switched on my phone to look at the time. It was 9:30 a.m. Quite late for a morning person like me. The noise kept getting louder. I guessed it came from Musa's house. It sounded like music.
I sluggishly walked to the bathroom. I washed my face, combed my hair and changed into a new outfit.
I went downstairs to find Mom.
"Good morning, Mom. What is that noise?" I yawned.
"Musa's band is practicing." Mom said without taking her eyes out of the newspaper.
"Musa has a band?" I asked while taking some ingredients from the refrigerator to make sandwiches.
"She sings very well. I'm not surprised if she has a band" Mom said.
"So where is Nabu?" I said.
"He's watching them playing" Mom replied.
I quickly finished my breakfast and walked to Musa's house. I found them playing in her garage. Nabu was sitting in the coach with Layla.
"Hi Flora" Layla said.
"Hello" I smiled.
"You are here, Flo." Musa squeaked. She was holding a microphone. I guessed she was the main singer.
I saw Helia with four other boys.
"Hey guys! Let's take a break! I want to introduce you my new neighbor. She's Flora, Nabu's sister" Musa said.
"Hi Flora. I'm Sky" a blonde guy smiled. He was holding a guitar.
"And this brown haired guy is Brandon. He plays drums very well". Musa said pointing at a boy sitting near the drum set.
"I'm Timmy who takes care of the technological things like sound and light" a boy with orange haired waved at me.
"Have you met my brother yet? This is him. He plays the lead bass." Musa hugged Helia's arm.
He nodded to greet me. He must have not told Musa what had happened yesterday.
"Have a seat and listen to us" Musa motioned me to sit down.
The music played and she started to sing. Her voice was soft and high. I didn't know she was that talented. It seemed like she sang with her heart and soul. Although I hated her, I had to admit she was amazing. One more reason to hate her!
This chapter is not my original idea. I was listening to the song Falling For Ya (Grace Phipps) and it inspired me with this love scene. Is it too much romance? I think Flora seems to be too sweet to be a girl trying taking revenge on her friends, doesn't she?
To dropdeaddivaisback: Thank you for your comment. Don't worry, Flora won't be as mean as the old Winx. But I am not sure that I won't change my idea in later chapters. Hope you don't hate me. :)