I flush about the topic, I quickly looked down so that he’ll never notice my red-like-tomato face. Unfortunately, he grabs my chin so now we’re face to face. “Why are you blushing? What was your feeling for me Nikki?” he asks seriously with blue eyes staring at mine. I really don’t know now, I’m so confused. Do I love him? Or I just shock that I saw him again but what about Nick? “I’m waiting” he mutters.
“I---- uhm! I don’t know” I admit. “You don’t know what?” he asks confusingly still looking at me. I push him away because I can’t hold on his gaze, it’s like burning to my head and makes me feel crazy about his question. “Nikki?” he sighs. “Look, I really don’t know yet. Maybe I loved you but I love Nick or just…”
“You can’t love two guys at the same time Nikki. I tell you, I’m still waiting” he action to leave my room when. “I LOVE YOU” did I really just say that? After a blink of my eye my lips was on Clint’s I feel loved, lust, excitement and ---. We both pushed each other when we heard a footsteps stop in front of us. Holy cow! Nick, he’s here!
Nick looked at me directly, with blazing eyes and unpredicted expression. “Nick” that’s just the only words I can say by now. “I think I disturbed the new couples” he said dryly without leaving his gaze on me. I looked at Clint and his also in shock, then “Not really, you just came in time” Clint smile. What should I do? But who cares? Clint is now my boyfriend and Nick is now my best friend; that’s just it!
“Why don’t you introduce me to your boyfriend Nikki?” Nick nods at Clint. I literally freeze.
NICK’S P.O.V
After I left at Nikki’s house, I quickly go home. I saw Myka packing her things up and she told me that she’ll just wait for me and Nikki in the airport, she needs to do something. After we have the conversation, I quickly pack my things never wasting a second. I must be hurry to go back at Nikki’s house; I wanted to go to the seashore, where we used to talk something serious and because I wanted to tell her my feelings there, even though it’s complicated. I’m finished packing my things, mom and dad went at Nikki’s house first then I follow them. I put my pack up stuffs inside my car and drive carefully.
I arrived at Nikki’s house and I saw our parent’s laughing in the kitchen. “Where’s Nikki?” they all turn around to look at me “She’s still in her bedroom” her mom said gracefully. I smile at them and turn my head to the stairs. “By the way, Clint is with her” her dad shouts. I was shocked and not moved because the two news hits me directly to my heart. First, Nikki’s dad told me that Clint is with her and now this? Seeing their lips together, my best friend kissing other man? I don’t know what to do. Should I run? Should I punch this man?
But I heard her, I heard Nikki say that she loves Clint.
We had some kind of faked I’m-happy-for-my-best-friend conversation.
“Nick, you know him already, why bother introduce?” she whisper. “Well, yeah!” that’s all that I can say. “Why are you here?” the asshole has spoken. “Well, uhm! I wanted to ask Nikki if she’s ready to go” I nod at Nikki. “Well, yes. I’m ready to go” and about 5 minutes there’s an awkward silence in the air.
“I better go downstairs so I could give you some privacy” I lied, I don’t really want to leave but what’s the point? She already chooses Clint and it’s my entire fault. If I just damn admit the fact that I already fall in love with her since the day I came back and not after the sex thing! “Sure, I’ll be downstairs later best” she smiles at me. “Clint” I nod at him. “Nick” he nods back.
I look away at them and went straight downstairs. I can feel a stab at my back; I can feel my tears attempting to give up. I want to stay away from here but I don’t want to be weak. I sat down at the couch waiting patiently for Nikki and Clint to get down. When I jump out of the couch because of Nin, seriously? “Why so silent Nick?” she mutter. “As a matter of fact that I’m just alone in this living area and no one to have some conversations with” I tease but the pain strikes back. “Don’t deny it Nick, honestly it’s obvious and I saw what happen last night and tonight”
“Then why are you asking?” I snap. “Don’t give up with my sister; she didn’t give up with you. Not until today, I think” I frown and mouth drops open. What does she mean? “Well, I mean. I don’t like Clint like that, It’s better that you’ll be my sister’s only one prince charming or whatsoever” Hell, yeah! She really does read my mind? So is this mean that I got her blessing?
“Yes! And please don’t over think things, I’m not a mind reader but I like reading books that’s why I know what are you thinking when I say some unbelievable words” she smirks. She maybe younger than me but she really has a point. I smile at her but she rolls her eyes. “Remember what I told you”
I nod at her and sigh could I make it? Nikki already gives up. “Nick, it’s about time” I jerk out and see all of them in the living area. I haven’t notice them there, did they hear our conversation? I scan the faces and now I’m looking at the eyes of Nin. “Nick and I just have a little talk” thanks for that Nin.
We said our goodbyes to one another, my parents and Nikki’s parents will visit us sometimes. Clint as well will visit us there every second week of the month. We both get inside the taxi and went to our destination, to the airport.
CHAPTER TWELVE
NICK’S P.O.V
Our travel to the airport is peace and quiet. Nikki and I didn’t bother talking. We get our baggage. “Finally you’re here” we turn our eyes to the owner of that voice and we saw Myka waving and smiling at us. I kiss her cheeks, Nikki did the same. “I’ve been waiting here for almost 2 hours” she pouted. She’s still the childish girl that I’ve tried to be my girl back then. “Well, I’m sorry there’s some kind of thing happen” I smirk. “Can we check our baggage now?” Nikki said dryly. “I’ve check mine already” Myka sighs. “That’s all right I think we can manage, why don’t you go inside first? I think the line will be long and we’ll be on board soon” Nikki hisses. “What do you think Nick?” Myka ask with a smirk on her face.
“Well, that’s a great idea!” I agree. Nikki and I checked out baggage in and line up to be looked up so that we can go into the boarding area. Waiting and standing is so boring and now I’m tired, but thank God we’re already in the plane. Since we arrived in the airport until in the airplane, Nikki and I haven’t talked too much. I’m sitting next to the window and Nikki is sitting right next to me. Unfortunately, Myka was sitting at the back.
NIKKI’S P.O.V
I wanted to talk to Nick but I’m afraid of what he’ll think about me. He saw everything at my house; I wanted to explain but how? Since we arrived at the airport until we sat down in the airplane there’s no conversation that was happening between the two of us. I really want to talk to him about what happen.
Good evening ladies and gentlemen, welcome on board this flight to New York. My name is John Finney and I’m your in-flight Director. Your cabin crew are here to ensure you have an enjoyable flight to New York this Evening.
As the welcome announcement keeps on going on I feel Nick’s eyes are staring at me. “Hi” I whisper. “Hi” he sighs. “Excited?” that’s the only word I could manage to speak. “Not really, how about you?” he still not taking his eyes off me. “I miss my family already…” “And also Clint?” he snaps.
“Wait don’t tell me that you’re jealous?” I tease. He didn’t bother to tease back, he just fastens his seatbelt and takes a deep sigh and I don’t know? SLEEP? Is he jealous? But why?
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We hope you have enjoyed the in-flight entertainment. We are now preparing to land. The bar is closed and we will soon collect your headset. May I remind you to complete your arrival and immigration documentation by the time we arrive?
I woke up from my very good sleep and now I just realized that we’re already in New York City and we’re preparing to land. I’m so excited; Nick is looking at the window. “I didn’t bother to wake you up when they serve your f
ood” Nick stated. “That’s alright! I’m not hungry though”
Ladies & Gentlemen, now We're approaching New York where the local time is 09:00. At this stage you should be in your seat with your seatbelt firmly, fastened. Personal television screens, footrests and seat tables must be stowed away and all hand luggage stored either in the overhead lockers or under the seat in front. Please ensure all electronic devices including laptop computers and computer games are turned off.
After hours and hours of traveling we safely arrived at Nick’s condo unit. Myka on the other hand left us so that we could rest. “Are you hungry?” Nick breaks the silence. “Kind of” I mutter. “I’ll just grab a food and uhm! You can take a shower first, remember this is New York!” he says dryly. What’s up with him?
Before I take a shower I log on to Facebook and message Clint
Groom, we already arrived. We’re currently staying in Nick’s condo unit. I’ll chat you later after I take a quick shower.
I press send then I add him as a friend. As I was about to go inside the shower room I heard a message.
And it was from CLINT!
Bride, that’s awesome… just message me if you’re finished… and please be quick! I miss you already; I hope to see you much sooner.
I giggle and walk to the bathroom. “The food will be here an hour” Nick announces. I pretend to ignore him and shut the bathroom door. Finally, I can stay away from his awkward sight! Our awkward silence gives me Goosebumps, and keeps me thinking that this is bad! So bad!
After an hour staying in the bathroom, Nick knock on the bathroom door which makes me jump. “Are you okay in there? It’s been like for ages” though his voice is serious I know that he is smirking like idiot. “I’m okay best, don’t worry nothings gonna happen to me. I just love spending time in the bathroom” fine! Try to mess around him Nikki. Why the hell did I just say such lame words? Crossing my fingers, I hope Nick take my answer.
“Whatever you say Nikki, but we both know that it’s a lame excuse don’t you think?” I hear him chuckle. I then smiling inside, yeah right! He didn’t buy the lame excuse. I take a deep breath and decided to get out of the bathroom before anything else could happen.
I open the bathroom door, there I saw Nick sitting on the couch while watching T.V “Welcome back Nikki” he smirks. “Shut up you jerk!” I yell. “Ewe, can you put some clothes on? Don’t want to see you naked” he said while covering his hands on his eyes. “Tell me about it! How about the time we had…” I stop for a moment and clear my mind. The time we had sex, I need to forget about it! “Time we had what?” there I notice that he’s standing in front of me. How did he do that? Am I thinking so many things that I haven’t even notice him move?
“Ah! Nothing, where’s the food anyway?” I directly change the subject and try to walk pass him but it’s kind of too late. I can feel his body moves at my back pulling me close to him. I can feel his heartbeat, the hot breath to my shoulder. I can feel the electricity runs through my body, I wanted to move away but I can’t. I honestly still have this kind of effect when I’m with him.
I struggle myself to move away but he tightens his grip “Don’t, please Nikki. Just for a while” I froze, and then I felt his arms hugging me tight. His head resting on my shoulder, my back on his front while his lips kissing my hair. “Nick…” “Shhh! Don’t worry about them, just for a while let us forget about them but us” I have the force to respond back when I was cut off by a song “When I’m With You by Faber Drive”
“Just like the song, let us make every second count” he whispers. I close my eyes and feel his presence. I miss him, I love him! The man that I love from a very long, long time
As the song ends my phone vibrates which indicates a message. Clint! What have I done? I have a boyfriend but I’m flirting with my best friend! Without a doubt I push Nick away from me. How could I possibly do it? “Nikki…” “Please Nick, don’t. I already have a boyfriend and we both now that” after that I walk towards the bedroom and shut the door close.
CHAPTER THIRTEEN
NICK’S P.O.V
I lost her, really lost her. She choose Clint for the second time, I just painfully watch her walk to the bedroom leaving me behind. I’m weakening, I don’t want this anymore. Why? Why did you give up on me Nikki? Am I that heavy burden for you?
A knock from my door occur, I quickly open it without checking who it was. “Hey! I’m back, anyway is there any food in here?” Myka is standing on my doorstep. I sigh and give her some space to enter my condo; can I tell her about what happen? “Nick? Are you okay?” she asks.
“I’ll be lying if I told you that I am” I smile. “What happen? Where’s Nikki?” “She’s in the bedroom. Anyway, can we talk privately?”
“Yes, what’s that all about Nick?” “Not here, let’s go at the restaurant across the street”
Myka nods and open the door, I wanted to tell Nikki that I’m going to the restaurant with Myka but I don’t want to bother her after the scene. I don’t want to say that it’s a mistake because I know that it was my intention, just for a while I want her to feel that I love her. Even just for a while.
I and Myka arrived at the restaurant; we sat on a table that is beside the window which can make me look over the building where my condo sits. The waiter check our table and waiting for our orders. After we chose the food that we want, the waiter left us. “So, what’s this story about?” Myka snaps. I look at her and sigh, I don’t know if it’s alright if she will change my place as Nikki’s business partner. I mean after what happen in the condo, like maybe there will be an awkward atmosphere between me and Nikki and it might be the reason why we couldn’t work properly.
“Nick? Tell me, is there any scenes that happen between the two of you?” she again snaps. I look away from her but despite all attempts I know Myka that much. She knows if I’m lying or not. “Yes” I whisper. She gasps with horror, darn it! I just hug her that’s all. “What did you do? Did you---“ “Stop it ok? I just hug her; I’m so desperate about her and Clint!” I calmly say. “So that’s what you wanted to tell me this very whole time?” she pouts. Then, I slight smile erupts on my face.
“Unfortunately, no” I smirk and she exhale a relief. “Then, that’s good because I’m not that type of advice giver you know” she smirk back. “That’s why you’re the one I wanted to talk to because I’m not asking some advice. Anyway, I just want to you know. I just---“ “Get to the point you big head!” she smile. “Wait, I’m nervous on asking you about this huge favor because you might---“ “Say it!” she snaps which makes me nervous more. Is she crazy?
“I want you to take my place as Nikki’s business partner” I told her straight away holding my breath and make her throw the water on my face. “I’m sorry, you surprise me. What did you just say?” she gasps. “You heard me clearly so don’t make me say it again, I don’t want to be wet!” I snap while wiping my face. “Why? Your dad and mom told you that you should teach Nikki how to run a business” she reminded me. I never think of that, well maybe now I remember “You can do it! I teach you all the things about running a business. You can teach her” I said seriously.
“You just can’t back out now Nick, how about Nikki’s feelings about this sudden---“ “She will be alright, Clint is with her. She doesn’t need me now” I cut her off. “But Nick, what if---“ “Take it or leave it? I mean if you don’t want to then I maybe force to find someone else” I said. “What about Nikki’s parents and your parents?” “I’ll talk to them, I will manage it my way” I smile.
“So, if this will happen where will you at?” she asks. “I’ll be leaving. I’m planning to go overseas, I just need to think and when I’m ready I will come back” I said. “So you will talk to Nikki about this?” “No, I’m not coming back to my condo. Tell her that, I might be leaving tonight. I’ll just give you an update to where I am or what I’m doing” “So now you will just leave her hanging?” she snaps. “Nikki will understand it. It’s for o
ur own good” then I close topic.
After the conversation that we both share, Myka decided to talk to Nikki and explain everything while I decided to call my dad and told them that my plans change.
Dad’s phone is ringing. I check-in in the hotel, waiting for my flight bound to Australia. I just wanted to think, I know that Nikki is now happy with Clint and I must be happy for her but I’m not. Every time I think that they will be together again is killing me slowly. “Hello?” dad finally answers his phone. “Nick, how are things doing there?” “Yeah, great dad” I said but I know that he’s not convince about my word. “Is there a problem?” then boom! I can’t hide anything from dad, he always pin point all of my secrets and thing that can bother me.
Before I answer his question I take a deep breath. “Yes, I’m planning to go overseas” “What about Nikki? Who will teach her?” “I already talk to Myka dad. Besides, I can rely on Myka and I know she will not disappoint me” I sigh. And there’s a minute of silence between the lines. “Is this personal that you want to discuss with the old man, son?” I frown when my room in hotel door open, standing there is the old man; my father, my dad.
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