Chapter 7

Hazel POV

“Ready?” Skylar asked and I nodded. I gasped as I saw myself on the mirror. Not to brag but I looked beautiful. I wore my black lace dress. My hair was curled and pinned at the top. My makeup wasn't too much just a swipe of red lipstick with some eyeliner and mascara. A smile graced my face as I took in my appearance.

“I love you Skylar.”

“No problem and I love you too. Xavier has gone through a lot. Don’t leave him.” I nodded my head in assurance.

“It’s almost 7. Let’s go downstairs.” Skylar said while dragging me to the hall. I got down the stairs to see Xavier's back facing me. He turned around when he heard the clicking of my heels. His face lit up and I took the time to check him out. He was wearing tight jeans and a white tee with a black leather jacket and sneakers. He hair was perfectly tousled and he looked so handsome. He smirked knowing that I was checking him out and extended his hand for me.

“Ready?” He questioned as I placed my hand on his.We got in one of his black Mercedes. He put the key on ignition and the car roared to life.

“Where are we going?” He glanced at me and gave a mischievous smile.

“It's a surprise.” I am definitely was not a patient person but I had to be patient now.

“You look beautiful.” I smiled and mumbled thanks in return.

Xavier POV

I can't believe that she agreed to go out with me. I feel ecstatic. Maybe we are going too fast but I don't care. I asked her out cause I really didn't want to lose someone like her. I wouldn’t be able to cope up with it. The sight of my parents dead still haunts me which is why I am what I am today. Cold, emotionless but she made me feel things that no one could make me feel. I really wanna make her mine, protect her and always take care of her.

But there are so many things going on. I heard from Caleb that Darren is up to something which I still don't know. Recently, I had destroyed a gang and let some of the men join my gang. It’s leader was dead so they were willing to join mine. But they are under our watch incase they happen to betray us in any way. I hope Hazel doesn't get hurt from all these.

Max barged into my office breaking me from my train of thoughts.

“What the hell man!? You asked Hazel out and you didn't tell me.” He screamed at the top of his lungs. That's why I didn't want to tell it to him.

“I asked her today only.” I explained giving him a bored expression.

“You like her, right?” I nodded my head but didn't show any emotion.

“I am happy for you but don't break her heart.” He warmed and went out of the room. I asked her out but what I am going to do? I had no idea about dates. An idea popped in my head.

“Hello Jace. I need you to do something.”

After telling Jace my plan, I checked the time and it was already 6:25. So, I decided to go and get ready. I went to the hall after taking a shower and getting ready. I was typing a text on my phone when I heard the clicking of heels and saw Hazel standing at the end of the stairs looking as gorgeous as ever. She wore a black lace dress that went mid thigh and showed off her flawless legs and just the right amount of cleavage. I suddenly felt my little friend waking up and hardening at the sight. I inwardly cursed myself but maintained my cool and held out out my hand for her to hold.

“Ready?” I asked and she placed her hand on mine. They were soft compared to mine. She questioned just as we got into the car.

“Where are we going?” I gave her a mischievous smile.

“It’s a surprise.” She pouted and I really wanted to kiss her lips. But I hope she likes it. God, I have never been so nervous before. I hope I don’t mess it up.

Just as we reached our destination, I got out of the car and opened her door for her and held out my hand. She gladly took it and I intertwined our fingers. We went to the beach and I heard her gasp at the sight and look in my direction with a gorgeous smile.

“Do you like it?” I asked her becoming more nervous by each passing second.

“I don't like it.” I felt terrible hearing that but what she said next made me relax up a bit.

“I love it.”

Hazel POV

I couldn't believe that Xavier did all this for our date. There were four pillars with drapes wrapped around them decorated with yellow lightings and lanterns. A table with two chairs was at the middle of the four pillars , it was all done at the middle of the beach. The sky was lit up with thousands of stars and the sound of the waves was so peaceful. It was simple but elegant in its own way.

Xavier pulled a chair for me and I thanked him then he went to sit on his own.

“I can't believe you did all this.” I exclaimed leaving him completely surprised.

“And why is that?” He asked with his brows furrowed.

“Well I didn't think that the mafia leader could be so romantic.” I gave a mischievous smile. He shrugged his shoulders dismissively.

“It really wasn't my decision to be a mafia leader.” I stared at him in confusion and nodded my head for him to continue.

“I was 16 when my dad died, my mother was already dead by then. He was going to Attack one of the gangs but while fighting he got shot and he died. One of the leader killed him." His voice held a certain edge to it. He was struggling to talk about it.

“You don't really have to do this.” I assured him while placing my hand on top of his. He took my hand in his and threw a tight smile.

“You need to know about this. I don’t want to hide anything from you. I was shattered upon seeing his dead body. It took me a lot to cope up with his death but I had to do it. There was no other way. When I turned 18, I took over the gang and became the leader. From then on, I have been leading it.” I felt my heart break for him. He was strong and I admired him for that. The thing that touched my heart was that he trusted me enough to share his deepest sorrows. I felt grateful to know that.

“I am glad you shared it with me.” He gave me a weak smile and placed a menu in front of me.

“Shall we order?” I nodded my head and went through the menu.

After a few minutes, Xavier called the waiter. He was formally dressed and gave a flirty smile which threw me off guard.

“What would you like to order?” He asked me ignoring Xavier’s presence.

I looked at Xavier to see his hands clenched and he was literally shaking. I gave him a smile which fortunately caught his attention and he returned it.

“I would like a steak with mashed potato and…” He turned to me.

“A cheese burger with fries.”

“And also a new waiter.” Xavier added at the last. The waiter left after scribbling down our orders. I pointedly looked at Xavier trying hard not to laugh.

“What? He was flirting with you.” He exclaimed giving a stern look.

“Relax, I am not running away with him.”

“You better not.” He warned and turned his eyes into slits. The food arrived surprisingly quickly. I wonder how he managed to do all this. Dinner in the middle of the beach.

“So what's your favourite colour ?' I asked him while taking a sip from my wine trying to make small talk.

“Why are you asking me that?”

“I don't really know much about you.” I answered in a duh tone.

“But why start with colour?”I shrugged my shoulders.

“My favourite colour is blue and black. Yours?”

“Black and pink. Favourite food?”

“Spaghetti with meatballs.”

We continued to talk like that for hours. I enjoyed his presence. He was easy to talk to. Music was turned on. Everything felt so surreal. Suddenly, he got up from his chair and held out his hand for me.

“Can I have a dance with you?”I smiled and placed my hand on his. Thinking out loud by Ed Sheeran blasted through the speakers.

He placed his hands on my waist and I placed mine on his shoulders. We swayed to the beats while looking into each other's eyes. His eyes were beautiful. In that moment everything was perfect. He leaned in and his lips touched mine. The kiss was soft and it spread warmth and tingles all over my body. He slid his tongue into my mouth. Our lips moved in sync. He pulled away and placed his forehead against mine. I was panting from the kiss. I opened my eyes to see him staring at me. He gave me a warm smile which I returned.

“Shall we leave now?”He nodded his head and intertwined his fingers with mine. He placed a chaste kiss on my hand as we walked hand in hand to his car.

“Thanks.” I said after getting into the car.

“For what?” Confusion was written on his face.

“For everything. I really enjoyed tonight.”

“Me too.”

Tonight was indeed amazing. I got to know a lot of things about Xavier and also his past. Everything was going smoothly between us and I wanted it to remain like that.