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.