2 - Memories in the past

( Maria's pov )

It's been awhile since we've met, we have some casual discussions. I'm starting to like him, sometimes he's so gentle and kind. And he's been lingering in my mind ever since we meet.

He is like the most handsome boy in campus, not only that he is handsome, he is also rich and is really smart. We've been competing for the top score in every quizzes and exams. It kinda fun having a friendly competition although sometimes he's very mean and cold. Even ignoring me, it's so frustrating cause I like him a lot. Sometimes it makes me feel sad and I couldn't concentrate with my lessons because he just randomly pop up in my mind.

Who wouldn't like him, he's a gentleman, and very handsome, he's also class monitor. And most girls in my class likes him, it's really obvious when they give me death stares when I'm having a conversation with him. It's annoying but I just ignore them.

I'm currently in my seat, when I hear some rumors. I just brushed them off and continue reading my book. He is sitting beside me and sometimes we chat a bit then get back to whatever we're doing.

At the library..

Maria's been trying to reach a book, but the shelf is quite high and it's out of her reach. Then someone talks from behind her.

"Need a hand? Here" Hands her the book she was reaching out to, he easily got the book as he was taller than her.

"Thank you," and she head towards an empty table in the corner. He followed her there, he's holding a few books as well. She doesn't mind it, she's actually happy to study with him. They sat together and quietly read the books.

And she'd catch him looking at her, he'd look away and she would grin. Sometimes, you're adorable.

"Is there some dirt on my face? You keep staring?"

"Uhh- no, there's nothing, sorry." And he would not stare at her again if he gets caught, making her feel a bit disappointed. Then he continue reading like nothing happened.

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Sometimes, they'd be partner together in a project. So often that they'd become closer, they would hang out a lot. He quite a good company. It's like a date, but not, sometimes he would hold her hands,and her blushing a lot, so red like a tomato.

As years went by, their bond has grown stronger. Maria started to discover what he likes, and more personality. He is sweet and caring, sometimes playful and keep teasing her. They have been classmates and seatmates starting first year.

( You know people are staring at us? ) She whispered to him. They're walking together, he was holding her hands.

And he'd give her a meaningful look, he's clearly teasing her. She'd raised her eyebrows, and he just laughed.

"Stop, you're making me embarrassed." Maria playful pinch his waist, and he would let go of her hand to stop her from pinching.

"Okay, okay, don't pinch me alright."

"Fine, I won't. Just keep your hands to yourself." They continued walking, silently. But he steals glances at her. Edward is also the first to break the silenced.

"What are you planning to do later?" Edward suddenly asked her.

"Nothing much, I'll just go straight home."

"Do you wanna go out and watch movies?" He smiles at her, expecting a positive answer.

"Are you asking me out?" She tease her and he chuckles.

"Maybe," then he playfully grab her cheeks.

"Okay, sure. Can you let go of my face now."

"You're too cute like this," he would pout before releasing her.

Maria would just rolled her eyes with all his teasing. But secretly, thrilled, she's too happy around him. She's even more excited when he asked her to go out and watch movies. That's like their first official date, is it a date though? I really don't want to expect much but I'm hoping..

Maria was so lost in thought that she didn't realize he already let go of her cheeks now beetred. She puff her check and glares at him. He just smiled sheepishly.

( Edward's pov )

I finally have the courage to ask her out after all these years, we still have a year left to be together. Until I would have to leave the state for college. I still don't know what or how am I supposed to inform her that we will be separated right after graduation.

He didn't want to leave but have no choice but comply. I just hope I could tell you before I would go. Let's just see how this date goes. If I could find a right time to tell you, but I'm too nervous. I don't want to be rejected, but I could feel you like me. I just hope I'm correct.

He stares at her, she's been silent and look a bit lost. He nudge her and ask, "Are you alright? Is there something bothering you, Ria?" He had given her a pet name, although at first she doesn't likes it and thinks he cheesy, corny or whatsoever. But she doesn't mind it anymore.

She smiles and assured him, "I'm fine, there's nothing wrong. Let's get to class."

Oohhh.. I forgot it's almost time for class. And then the bell rings, they both raced inside the classroom and sit on their usual table. Both of them are panting heavily.

Later that day, after school..

"Are you ready to go?" He said as he opened the door of his car, to let her seat in the passenger seat.

"You know, I'm always ready for anything." She teased him as she get inside. He then went inside, sat on the driver seat and help her buckle up her seatbelts. After that he started the car, driving safely. They went to a mall, they would be watching movies in the 3rd floor.

Once they have reached the entrance, he told her to wait for him and he comes back with 2 drinks, some food and a giant popcorn. She originally thought he'd went for the tickets. But knowing him, he wouldn't ask her if he wasn't prepared. They went inside, and he was holding her tight.