Treat or Date?

"Hey, Ava? Are you okay? If not, I'll just back again to fit other clothes."

"U-Uhm, no, I'm really okay–"

I'll admit that I can't take my eyes off him because he's handsome, and I admit it, I admit it very much.

"Ava, why haven't you changed clothes yet? don't you like it here?"

He went to the women's clothes, took a plain gray three forts dress, and gave it to the female staff, and then he moved on to the one with the jeans.

"Ava? what is your waist size?"

What? I feel my face getting hot because he seems to be my boyfriend who buys clothes for me.

"J-Jules Uhm, I'll take care of the jeans–"

He peeked from between the displayed clothes. I swallowed hard because our eyes met. It's like there's the electricity when we both look at each other, or was it just me feeling it?

"You sure?"

"Y-Yes"

I got up and started shopping for clothes. It's costly here, and I have no choice, or else I will get naked … my term is ugly.

I took the cheapest jeans; even the cheapest ones will make you say a bad word.

I went to the fitting room and wore the three forts he took for me and the jeans I chose. No doubt, it's expensive here because of the excellent quality. After I put it on, I went out.

"Jules?!"

He turned to me in slow motion. Why does the effect of the spilled coffee have to be like this?

"It really suits you, Ava."

He also let out a sweet smile. I am melting inside.

"Miss, how much everything?" he asked the cashier.

"One hundred forty-four, Sir."

Are you kidding me? My body seemed to stiffen at the price I heard. Only three pieces of clothing that expensive? after I wear it, I will display it in a large cupboard with glass. No one is allowed to touch or wear it. It's like I'm a fool again.

"Ava? Let's go. I'm hungry".

He was already at the glass door. I took my uniform and used it. Aysh! What's this? I have a lot of books with me. Am I that nerd?

"I told you to leave it in the car. Come, let me help you."

He took the books I was carrying, so I giggled. I feel I am his girlfriend. Hmm! If Wendy just sees me, she's probably beating me up because of her giggles.

While walking, he held my books. I swear, I'll handle that later to pretend we have direct contact together. I am crazy, right?

"Come on, Ava, their steak is delicious here."

For the third time, he grabbed my arm again and dragged me. Isn't that sweet?

We sit near the window where you can see the people passing by. I noticed many people are eating here and you won't find anything unpleasant.

"Ava, I am done ordering your food, okay? you've been aloof lately, but don't worry, I know you'll like what I ordered"

"Wh-what? Wait, I'll be the one to treat you here, okay? it's embarrassing for you. It's already expensive when you spend on my clothes".

"I'm the man here, and I'm also the one who invited you here, so I'm in charge. I'll take care of it. Okay, Ava?" Aysh! I can't even resist anymore because his looks and smile are hypnotized.

While we were eating, we just told stories. Jules even shared that he was the son of a businessman, so the program he was taking was also about business. He is an only child, so they give him everything he wants, which I saw before … he doesn't have a problem spending too much money.

After we ate, we got immediately into the car. While on the trip, I couldn't help but look at him. He seems like a character in a fairytale where I'm the princess, and he's my prince charming, but of course, it's just an imagination far from reality. I am a poor man, and he is rich, yet I am happy today, and I have met him … should I also be thankful for the spilled coffee?

"So yeah? See you around?" we were right in front of our dormitory. I didn't notice because of my deep thoughts. I looked at him and smiled.

"J-Jules, thank you for everything that happened earlier and now that you drove me here safely. Don't worry next time, I'm gonna be the one to treat you, and I'm sorry I cost you trouble and-"

"Don't mind it. In fact, I had a great time with you".

It was as if my muscles were tickling along with the thinning of the air because of his smiles.

"So …You go inside, maybe you to something to do that you need to catch up, and I'm sorry you didn't attend your class today because of me".

He leaned on his steering wheel, and I could hear his every breath

"Ah! U-Uhm No, it's nothing-" I'm stiffing.

he suddenly turned to me, he was really handsome

"You know what, Ava? You're so cute".

I felt like I would lose my breath at what he said, so I averted my eyes because I knew I was blushing.

Suddenly my phone rang. I saw Wendy calling … I was already dead.

"Jules, thank you. I'll be going now, okay? Thank you again and again".

I didn't wait for what he would say. I got out of the car immediately. I waved to Jules, and then he left.

"Hello, Wendy?" I answered the call

"Where are you? why did Alex say you didn't attend your class?"

"I'm sorry, Wendy … It's just I'll just tell you what happens, okay? It's a long story, and if I tell you right away, you might fall asleep. go ahead, I'm on my way home, I'm just passing by".

"Oh no! Make sure you will tell me, okay? Don't forget our food, okay? Bye"

Look at that? Instead of saying be "careful" to me, food is in her mouth. Sometimes I wonder if Wendy is really my true friend.

I looked at the time. I can still stop by …