scars of Attraction

Chapter:6 Scars of Attraction

I was making tea in the kitchen when disaster struck

I walked to the kitchen to make tea for myself since Thyme was still sleeping. As I poured boiling water into the cup, my hand slipped scalding hot water splashed onto my skin!

I screamed in pain "Ahhh!"

I was still sleeping when sudden screaming pierced the air "What are these noises?!" I threw off covers and rushed downstairs.

Seeing Sao clutching her burned hand, I exclaimed Sao, are you okay?! Your hand it got burned by boiling water! You could've asked me to make tea for you I didn't know you needed help since you thought I was sleeping!"

Sao explained, still wincing in pain "I didn't ask because you were sleeping, that's why... It hurts.

I quickly guided her to the couch Okay, come sit. Where's the medicine box? Ahh, here it is. Let me apply medicine on your hand it'll hurt less."

As I gently applied the medicine, our gazes met sparks flew:

Our gazes locked, and time froze

The room, medicine box everything melted away only Sao's beautiful brown eyes locked on mine.

I couldn't help but smile softly her cute expression while in pain was adorable.

Sao noticed my smile and asked, Why are you smiling, Thyme?"

I hesitated for a nanosecond before replying, "Aww

I was thinking really he said I will cook for me unbelievable!

Thyme: I called out to Sao after she got ready –

Sao, breakfast is ready!

She came downstairs, and we shared a warm morning moment.

I finished my breakfast and thanked Thyme

It was delicious, thanks for making it!

Then he dropped me off at school.

I arrived in my class, and everyone was buzzing

Jean asked, "Sao, what happened?"

I replied with surprise, "Our exams start in a week!"

Jean joked, Oh no, you know I'm weak in math!"

Chang chimed in, "Sao's weaker than you, Jean!

English teacher arrived, ending our conversation

Sit down, class.

After classes, during lunch break

Senior Dew approached me, "Sao, heard you're single can I court you?

Jean reacted with surprise, Chang teased Yes say yes!

I politely declined, Honestly, I'm not ready."

Friends reacted with What really? You rejected handsome Dew?

Waiting for Thyme, my phone rang –

Thyme said, Hello Sao, I'm sorry I have class right now

can't pick you up.

I replied, Oh what okay, I'll go with Jean.

We parted ways after walking together

then I visited a convenience store to buy chocolates.

Jean

I realized I left my math notes with Sao

returned to give them to her and saw

a black car stopped in front of Sao!

A man got out and tried talking to her

I hid behind a pillar to observe.

The stranger approached me

Who are you? I asked nervously.

He replied, "You're really Sao – you've grown up!

I said nervously

"But I don't know you

He replied calmly

You don't remember me, Sao?

I shook my head, fear rising

I don't know how...

You said Casper... my dad's cousin?

My voice barely above whisper, scared

I don't know about you...

and I have to go!"

Casper

I smiled slightly, observing Sao's fear

Interesting...

the memories really are gone, Sao.

I took a step closer, Sao backed away

We need to talk about your family...

and your past.

Jean

I watched anxiously –

Sao looked terrified, Casper creepy!

I quickly pulled out my phone to call –

someone who could help Sao immediately...

My friends noticed my distraction

Thyme, what's wrong? Jack asked.

George added, "You seem hurried.

I replied vaguely, Nothing...

just worried Sao's not picking up my calls.

My phone rang

Hello

I'm talking jean but

Thyme

a man is trying to talk to Sao and she's scared!

Jean exclaimed as Thyme arrived

Ohh thanks God Thyme you came!

Where is she?

Thyme rushed towards Sao's location

There! Jean pointed.

Thyme ran towards Sao and grabbed her hand

Sao, I'm late let's go!

Sao looked relieved seeing Thyme

Casper intervened, eyes narrowing

Who are you?

Thyme firmly replied

"None of your business.

Thyme smirked at Casper then turned to Sao

Sao, get into the car I'm coming.

Sao quickly obeyed, still shaken

Thyme warned Casper

And you, Casper stay away from her.

Thyme walked towards his car, opened door, sat, and started engine

He asked Sao, concern etched on his face

I'm sorry... why are you crying? You're scared?

Sao burst into tears

They're coming...

start screaming...

What happened Sao.

Thyme immediately stopped the car to comfort Sao.