Chapter 76

Ariana" Who the hell do you think you are touching me like....like...I.....ISAIAH."Ariana who was already in a bad Mood was just about to vent her anger on the stranger who touched her but was shocked when she saw who it was.

The guy that has been on her mind more than once a day, every day. The man that had taken her first time. The man she wished to see more often but couldn't. Now he was right in front of her again. Still smiling like always.

She got up and hugged him which caught him off guard.

Ariana didn't notice his confusion and continued to hug him. Isaiah was surprised but he wasn't going to push her away. One because that would be rude and two she smelt really nice.

Ariana" Wait, what are you doing here. How did you know I was here. Are you perhaps stalking me." She asked looking up from his chest. She wore a teasing smile.

Isaiah who saw her trying to embarrass him thought she looked really cute. Now that he took a closer look at her she really was small. Probably 5,4 maybe 3.

Isaiah" I was here on an errand for my mum to deliver something, And while I was checking your social media I noticed you were here. I didn't call out to you as you were on holiday. As for stalking you, I have no clue what you could mean. I was just strolling through the park all by myself."

Ariana" Giggle, Really now. So you just so happened to come out at midnight, to go to the park to buy two crapes. One of them being my favourite flavour."

Isaiah" Mhh, that's exactly what happened."

Ariana" Hoo, so the strawberry crepe that has my name on it isn't for me but Another woman."

Isaiah's Shit, I forgot about the sticker. But This girl is really aware of her surroundings. Sigh looks like the jig is up.'

Isaiah" Well you see....oh look a shooting star." He quickly changes the subject but Ariana doesn't even look away.' Dammit, why aren't you letting me change the subject.'

Isaiah" Sooo, why are you here in the middle of the night. Especially with no security. What if your recognised."

Ariana's smile fades and turns into a frown.

Ariana" Let's sit first, and eat the creaps." He obliged and they sat down in awkward silence for around 5 minutes. When they finished Ariana asks" " Can I use your lap as a pillow, as we talk." She asked hesitantly

Isaiah" Haha, sure why not. Lay they head on these thighs of thunder." He makes things as comfy as possible so he offers his coat which she accepted.

After putting it on she lays down while looking at the stars. She didn't say anything so neither did he. But after calming her erratic heart she finally spoke.

Ariana" A day ago I did this radial broadcast. Like always I was feeling nervous but confident in myself and my ability.

I wanted to give it my all like I do in everything I love. Whether it be music, acting, or business. But as the interview went on the host kept judging me putting this stereotype on me like I'm this btich in the spotlight who couldn't care what's around me. As long as the people around me do all the work I wouldn't care.

Of course, I'm used to it being in the profession for almost a decade. But I don't know what it was, but something just snapped. I don't believe what they said is true, but it also makes me think maybe I am like that, that what they said is true.

That I'm someone who doesn't pay attention to anyone in gatherings. That I'm spoilt. I know I'm not but, I just, I just...."

Isaiah didn't want to hear anymore, so he placed his hands over her eyes.

Ariana" Sniff, Isaiah what are you..."

Isaiah" Ariana listen well because I'll only say this once. I won't say it's easy not to tune there lies out. But you can't let them have the privilege to judge you and change you.

There was a study done in 1977, about what you're going through and experiencing. It's called the illusory truth effect. Is the tendency to believe false information to be correct after repeated exposure.

Repetition makes statements easier to process relative to new, unrepeated statements, leading people to believe that the repeated conclusion is more truthful.

The illusory truth effect has also been linked to hindsight bias, in which the recollection of confidence is skewed after the truth has been received.

People will judge, will contradict, will falsify because they are blinded by what they see on the surface and not the underneath.

Ariana, you have to become stoned."

Ariana who was listing so attentively was dumbfounded. Seeing her face Isaiah chuckled seeing exactly what she was thinking when he said that.

Isaiah" A great Indian guru I know once told me' It's only when you truly don't know who you are will the opinions of there's matter.' And I know that you Ariana is a sweet, passionate, gorgeous, self-driven, empathetic individual who is stronger than this both physically and mentally. I only know this Ariana. But do you know who you are."

Ariana' who I am.' Isaiah saw many emotions flash by on Ariana's face. Fear, sadness, confusion, disgust and worry.

But they were quickly followed by relief, understanding, pride, peace and even love.

Ariana looked brighter, her beautiful smile affecting its way to Isaiah's face.' Looks like she should be alright now. Phew.' He closed his eyes in relief but felt an oh too familiar taste on his lips while he let his guard down.

Opening his eyes in surprise, he sees Ariana sitting up on his lap. Her lips now locking with his. She also opens her watry doey eyes. She gets a bit more aggressive with the kiss while her eyes are communicating with Isaiah as if asking for permission to enter.

And of course, he obliges but Instead of letting her in he dominates her instead. Rather than being angry Ariana is thrilled he's dominating her and taking control.

After 10 straight minutes of French kissing, they finally separate from each other.

Ariana" Me and the others really missed you. You barley called or text back. We thought you didn't like us."

Isaiah" Sorry, I just saw you girls were busy with your careers so I didn't want to bother you so much. But I'll make more of an effort keep in touch. Now then, I think for me to conquer this little fox again."

Ariana" Humph, just you wait, I'll definitely last longer. Ummm, Isi since were going to do it again, can I ask for a favour."

Isaiah" Sure, speak your mind."

Ariana embasdly looks down as she whispers" My, my, manager saw the hickeys you left on me. Don't get me wrong I love getting them, but they're a bit inconvenient to get. I'll have a concert in less than half a month, so she told me not to get any."

Isaiah" Mhh, I'll make sure not to. Sorry for inconveniencing you like that."

Ariana" It's alright, and thank you...for everything."

Isaiah" It's my pleasure."

(Hotel room.)

The Next morning I woke up in a big soft bed with Ariana by my side. Looking at her sleeping face he didn't have the courage to wake her up. So he let her rest, she definitely deserved it after last night.

He decided to leave early but before that, he made some breakfast and left a note before teleporting back home.

By the time Ariana woke up she noticed the big warm pillow was gone. She was sad, but also happy she even got to see him.

Noticing the time she gets up and ready to meet up with a few family members but was surprised to see breakfast already on the table, warm and ready to eat.

She noticed a note and read it. She couldn't help but smile while tears of joy dripped down from her eyes. Resolution could be seen in her eyes as she took out her phone.

Ariana's[ I've thought about it...And I'm willing to give it a try.]

Not even 2 minutes later she gets a text back.

Xueyun[ Then I welcome you to the sisterhood.😊😊]