Chapter 73: Chapter 73

I don't how did it happen, but I just find myself getting close with Agustine. We often eat lunch together, talking ‘bout stuffs, smiling at each other and more. True to his words, he never brought up about that fvck role thing.

Unlike before, at work, where I almost end up like a secretary. He let me do things now. Like, designing rooms, landscapes or anything. There were also times when he asked for my suggestions regarding the hotel they were currently working at. I could say that for the past few days, we're really business partners slash friends.

"Are you free this evening?" Agustine asked when I was about to put my seatbelt.

We were just about to leave the construction site of the hotel. So far, everything is doing well and there is nothing to worry about the project.

I glanced at him. "Hmm. Kinda?" I answered and continued to settle on my seat.

"Wanna eat at my place?" he was biting a bit of his lower lip while whispering that question, he was immensely looking at the road and sometimes tick the driving wheel.

I was shocked. I quietly cleared my throat and sit properly. While he instantly turned his sight at me, unsure of what my reaction would be.

For the past few days, he did not mention inviting me to his place until now. I know, he didn't invite me for that thing. That is why I couldn’t think of anything right now.

"I mean it's okay if you're not comfortable," he added.

I simply took a deep breath. Here goes that unexplainable feeling inside my stomach again.

"I-It’s okay. I-I was just shocked," I admitted.

I felt his stare for a moment. I could not dare looking back at him because he might notice how nervous I am right now.

What the hell is happening? I felt this feeling for quite some time now, but I do not have an idea when everything started. I just found myself breathing heavily and thrilled whenever he does things at me unexpectedly. Even his short stares caused me this mystifying feeling.

"I'll pick you up later," he said.

After that, there was no conversation that followed. He silently drove me to my apartment, even when I got off his car, it sounded quietly. It seems like we were trying to guesstimate each other’s feeling. I am aware that it was just a dinner, and he really proved to me what he said before. It’s just that, the idea of being alone together in a private place, makes me go crazy.

“Thank you for driving me home” I thanked him while we were both standing beside his car.

I bit my tongue when he met my eyes. "You know, you can decline..." he murmured.

I gradually shook my head. "It's okay, Bhryll. W-we're friends," I stuttered.

I saw his Adam's apple moved as he stared at me softly.

"I mean, it's normal, right?" I doubtedly added.

He shut his eyes frustratingly. "Damn," he cursed under his breath. "You just called me on my second name, sweetie..."

Reality hit me. My eyes widened and timidly avoided his stare.

“I-I’m sorry. I thought it was fine with you because I used to call you that name before.” I explained

I heard his hard breathing.

"Yeah, on my be—Argh! Forget about it." He messed up his hair. “I'll be here around 6'pm," he informed me.

He waited for me to confirm attendance before he rushed back to the driver’s seat. As if he was avoiding something or what. I was unable to think of it further ‘cause I got my full attention to the scheduled dinner later.

Just like what he used to do. He sounded his horn before leaving with his car. I remained there standing for a couple of minutes while watching him lost my sight. I held my chest because from earlier, I can still feel my heart racing.

I LOOKED BACK AND FORTH at myself in the vanity mirror. A few minutes before the agreed time I was already dressed. I only wore a black backless halter dress that I paired with my ankle strap heels. I bit my lower lip when I caught a glimpse of my facial make-ups.

Should I?

Slowly, I shook my head to object.

It's just a dinner, Khrystal. Why bother to effort?

I let out a breath and simply put lip gloss on my lips. I did not bother to apply face powder anymore because I was satisfied with the whiteness of my face. After that, I took care of my belongings. I checked my bag and made sure that I had my cards with me.

For the last time I looked at myself in the mirror. After that, I finally left my room to meet him outside. I secretly played with my fingers as I closed the apartment door and then faced his direction. I rooted from my place when I saw him walking closer to me. Even with his simple white V-neck shirt paired with his rugged jeans, he screamed power. I felt like my knees would melt when his presence approached me. I noticed the bunch of red roses he was holding. His eyes were only focused on me. Mixed of amazement and pressure.

"Gorgeous," Agustine uttered when he's in front of me.re.

I cleared my throat and calmed down. My face was getting hot. I also wanted to give him a compliment, but I feel like I'll just stutter when I say that he's looking handsome.

"Anyway, for you," he added while handing me the bouquet of roses..

I swallowed hard and reached for it shakily.

Calm down, Khrystal. It's normal; you're business partners. Of course, there are flowers.

"T-Thank you," I stuttered.

I want to curse because of that. Agustine licked his lower lip and extended his arm for me. Even though I was shocked and there was a little resistance in my chest, I just placed my hand there.

This is normal, Khrystal. Of course, you are business partners, so he needs to act like a true gentleman.

We walked towards his car. He opened the door for me and let me sit comfortably before he closed it again. My eyes followed him as he turned to the driver's seat."Shall we go?" he asked while starting his engine.

I just nodded and looked down to appreciate the flower in my lap.

They're beautiful.

I thought he was about to start the car but I could feel his gaze lingering on me that's why I frowned at him.

"Why?" I asked.

He let out a sigh and pulled off his seatbelt. After that, my eyes widened as his body suddenly approached me. I caught my breath when his face moved towards my neck. His breath hits there, causing a voltage of electricity in my system.

"Never forget to put your seatbelt on, Khrystal," I heard him mumbled along with the click of the belt.

He distanced himself from me and returned to his seat. A few seconds passed, the car was already moving, before I could even realize what had happened. I couldn't help but cling to my heaving chest and looked at Agustine who was busy driving.

Is this... still normal?