Chapter Seven.

"This must have caused you a fortune " Zawadi said.

"Darling, I'm a billionaire, this is like a taking a cent from my bank account. "He smirked.

"You really like being rich, don't you? " Zawadi inquired.

"And who doesn't? " He questioned back.

"Good point, "

"Now, if you are done with the questions can we please have our dinner before it gets cold." Lucas stated.

"Yes of course " she blushed.

"Here "Lucas said filling her plate.

"Thank you "she stated politely.

"you are welcome darling " He smiled.

"Lucas"she called.

"Hmmm" He hummed in response.

"What were you doing around the area where I met you. Umm bumped into you"she corrected, he raised a brow at her, so she continued "I mean you don't stay in the area, and well you are a billionaire and the area is for people like me, so.... "

"What does ' people like me ' mean? He smirked at her.

"You know the, 'not rich' group" she answered and her let out a hearty laugh.

"Well, if you must know, there is an orphanage in the area and I own it" He answered.

"You own an orphanage? That is so cool "

"I wouldn't say cool. I own it because I want to help orphans who struggle on the streets. I want to give them a chance just like someone gave me " He explained.

"You were an orphan on the streets?" she asked, shocked.

He didn't look like someone who had ever struggled in life. in fact, he looked like the 'born with a silver spoon in his mouth ' type .

"Yes, cupcake. My parents died when I was eight. I had nowhere to go since my aunts wouldn't take me in. So I started roaming around the streets. I stayed in the streets for a year until someone picked me up.

She took me to school ,gave me everything I needed and we'll, here I am" He finished.

"Wow, that must have been hard, you know, life on the streets?" she wondered .

"it was, but now all that is in the past. Tell me about yourself" he requested.

"Well, I just turned 19, actually the day I met you was my birthday " she smiled sadly. Then she continued " It is also the death anniversary of my mum Ahana and my brother Eugene.

We got into an accident while coming back from the park to celebrate my birthday. I didn't want us to celebrate you know, but they insisted, and I just let them agree.

I didn't want them to die. I-I swear. I wanted them to live. I-Loved them. I still love them... but.... but.... I ....couldn't even save them" She was now in tears sobbing into her hands.

He got out of his chair and went to her. Making her stand up, he tugged her body to his. His large frame enveloping her small one.

" It's okay baby, I'm here " He cooed.

She sniffled before saying, " I'm sorry, I'm ruining the date you spent a lot of money on"

"It's okay baby, all that matters is that you are okay " He drew back to plant a kiss on her forehead.

"I'm fine. "She said as he let her go.

wiping her eyes with the back of her hand.

She sat back on her chair and he went back to his.

"Let's talk only about positive things from now on." Lucas suggested to which Zawadi gave a silent nod.

" So, what is your favorite colour?" Lucas asked making Zawadi laugh.

"What? it's positive. Now tell me" He pouted.

"It's purple, you? "

They continued to engage in conversations, getting to know each other better.

Once they were done, they danced together, completing the night.

" Thank you for today, "Zawadi said to Lucas as she got out of his car.

"You are welcome honey. Now, go in before you get cold" He said and kissed her cheek.

She blushed and looked down, brushing a few blocks of her hair that fell on her face.

"I like it when you blush " He stated as hell brought her closer to him, kissing her blush, "and, I like your hair. it is long and lively. " He complemented letting go of her .

"Thank you " She said shyly.

" Come on love, won't you tell me what you like about me? " He smirked.

"Well I, ummm, I like you tattoo " she said unconsciously tracing over the ink at the back of his hands.

"Thank you" He said laughing .

"Thank you for today . Goodnight. " as she turned to leave,he caught her wrist.

"Not even a good night kiss? " He asked

" No, I don't give kisses on the first date" she retorted with a cheeky smile.

" That's okay but one of these days you will give me a kiss. And that too willingly. Come on, get inside. I'll see you tomorrow. " He said before ushering her in.

He gave her a final kiss on the cheek before turning and going back to his car.

Then heading drove off.

Zawadi hummed a familiar tune as she showered. She was happy. Beyond happy

The date had not been what she had pictures. in fact, it had been way better.

It had made her realise that she liked him.

But she still had to be careful. She didn't want to go through another heartache.

He was a rich man. Maybe he'll was just trying to use her, then he would dump her after.

Or maybe he was sincere and her really liked her, despite her financial status.

She had to decide whether he's was worth a chance or not.

She dressed in her. pajamas before getting under the covers and letting darkness consume her.

Lucas laid in his bed, staring at the ceiling. He was happy today, he truly was.

The date had been great. He was grateful that she had liked it. It was true that he had spent a lot of money on the venue for the date, but her reaction was worth it.

He had started craving her presence, He wished he would see her soon. if it had been up to him then he would have gone to her house to see her again.

But he knew that she wouldn't like that.

With a frustrated groan, he turned on his side and let sleep consume him.

Tomorrow , he would surely see her. He decided.