VI

DYLAN

I cussed as I got out of bed . Yup. Definitely a migraine. I viewed the surrounding. I was in my room and in clean clothes. Weird. It took seconds for the memories of the previous day to flood in . Ezzard Greene. The fucking asshole . How I hated that beautiful smile he wore whenever he looked at me. Years ago , he approached my sister. I found it disturbing . Turns out I'm the reason behind his actions .

I pushed him out of my head as I took a quick shower and packed some belongings into my travelling bag. I was not going to be what he expected. His confession has evoked THAT side of me. Don't get me wrong . I'm not homophobic. I could kiss a guy , which was already done. I just hate Greene.

I combed the fringe using my fingers. Talk of being someone's crush. I scanned the room again. Nearly forgot. I collected all the necessary electronics needed into my backpack. Picking up the bike keys, I wore my glasses. I was going to face some drama downstairs, especially with the travelling bag. It probably looks like a neon sign over my head.

I heard the usual laughter as I descended the stairs to the kitchen. Elaine was saying something over the pot of what I'm about to know. Dyllis had her arms wrapped around her man's waist whilst he was playing with his phone. Our eyes met the moment I sat, causing me to blush. I hate that I succumb to that stupid look of his . Mom stopped stirring and gave me a once over.

" Where you headed ?" she trained her eyes on the travelling bag.

" How are you feeling?" Dyllis wanted to know.

" Okay?" Ezzard asked.

" Fuck off" I replied to him. The audacity he had to speak after what he did. I shot him a look of spite.

" No swearing at my table, especially at your sister's boyfriend " mother warned. I rolled my eyes and cussed mentally. Elaine and Dyllis repeated their questions which I brushed off.

" I'm leaving the house" I announced once I made myself comfortable.

" What ?! " the three shrieked. I choked on the glass of water. After my hysterical coughing fit, I explained to them why. I lied but was honest.

" I do this because you've paid rent for a room I'm not inhabiting . That's waste of money. I'll go check it out today. Hopefully I'll get a good roomie. I'll visit on the weekends if I don't have a scheduled class ' I spoke. Elaine thought for a while.

" He's right. Dyllis , would you like to move?"

" No " she replied in a bolt.

" You're leaving me?" Dyllis looked at me with sadness.

" Quit whining. I'm not flying out. We offer the same course remember? " I rolled my eyes. I'd loved to say otherwise. But I had to get away from her man. I looked away from her to catch his gaze . He was not happy. I received my bowl of brown rice porridge . The spoon stopped midway my mouth when Ezzard spoke.

" Why the sudden decision ?" his voice rippled. My mouth turned salty. Just great. Now I've lost my appetite. Sighing, I removed my glasses and announced my leave .

" I'll send you allowance later " Elaine neared me, planting a kiss on my head. I shivered as a flashback of the previous day hit me. He'd kissed me at that same spot. Why the hell do I remember how soft his lips felt?. Ugh!!.

" I'll drop you off" his voice cut through my thoughts.

" I can take care of myself " I stated, tone flat.

" I'll carry your bag then " he insisted. Lord knows how I felt like hitting him.

" Are you fucking deaf?. I don't need your help" I sounded as polite as I could.

" Honey . Be nice. He's just trying to help" Elaine playfully slapped me at the back.

" Help I didn't ask for " I mumbled.

" What was that?" She gave me a stare.

" Nothing. I'm running late" I smiled.

" Let him help you then" she returned the smile. I frowned. I affirmed, rolling my eyes as I got out the room. He followed behind.

We entered the garage and I slotted in the key to the cycle.

" Leaving because I revealed my feelings?" he asked, holding firm my wrist and being aggressive.

" Let go. You're hurting me " I winced .

" Answer me " he said, aura dominating.

" Leave me the fuck alone " I yelled.

" I see " he smiled. Air left my lungs as he held firm my waist. I was so close I feared he'd hear my heartbeat pick. I looked everywhere but his face .

" Look at me" he ordered,voice turning husky. Fuck me. I could possibly not deny. Not when his touch was warm and his tone, intoxicating.

" I love you " he whispered once he held my eyes. The words sank in. And it felt... good. For some reason I believed him. His eyes were full of emotions, eyes which are always blank. I had to snap out of the spell he was casting.

" Ezzard. Life is full of disappoinment. You don't want to be added to that list. I _".

His lips landed on mine and for some time, I lost all words. His tongue entwined with mine, fighting and searching for more. I kissed him back . Slowly, he let my hands go as it grew intense. I mentally cussed as I found my arms going round his neck. I liked it and I wanted more. What the hell was I doing, turning jelly in his arms?.

A mental image of Dyllis kissing him popped up. I pushed him away. I hated the fact that those lips kissed someone else. Just what the hell is wrong with my emotions?.

" You like me" Ezzard's tone was full of hope. Hope I was about to crush.

" No. I'm repulsed by you. I feel disgusted with myself for kissing you. I hate you more for doing this to my sister!" I screamed. He looked hurt. I felt hurt. This was not me.

" Your sister.. I can explain that" he inched forward.

" You know what?. Stay away from me" I backed away, grabbing the bag he'd dropped on the seat. From behind, he sensually wrapped his arm around my waist . I felt tingly. He smells so damn good and is freaking built.

I lapsed into pleasure, feeling his grip grow tighter.

" You can't run from me. You will be mine in the end " he purred.

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Apologies if this chapter feels a little short and incomplete. I split chapter 6 and 7