Jackson

The night was spent with me sending quick glances towards Eian. I know that he is a very introverted kind of person and would never directly come to me about anything that bothers him. I also would not do that .. we're just not that close.

Earlier after living the bathroom I have made it my new mission to properly befriend Eian. The friendship between Eian and I needs to be built, it's a must. I have to show my brain that Eian is not the Eden that it keeps pining for. I obviously cannot and will not move on from him if the only thoughts I have about him are related to Eden.

There must be a thousand things about the real Eian that will shock my heart and brain back to reality. I will find it!

Later that night when the dinner party was coming to a close and everyone had already eaten and was scattered all over the restaurant, I decided if I was going to get rid of this feeling in my chest then I have to be the first to reach out to Eian. I have to get my heart and mind to know the real Eian .My heart has to understands that Eian is not Eden there are zero possibilities that they could have similar characters and behaviours and once I see that, I am certainly sure that my heart will no longer feel like this.

After a careful deliberation with myself I approach where Eian was sitting while chatting with one of the guys from the photography team, he looks up at me a little shocked probably wondering why today I am being so proactive since most of the time in our work friendship the first person to get us to talk to each other..our middleman- is Ethan. I give him a little smile while pulling the chair next to him and plop down ignoring how he is staring at me as if I've grown a second head.

"You don't have to do this you know. I'm fine already . I promise...so you don't have to worry about me. I was just having a little mental situation earlier but now I'm okay" he immediately says in a whisper while checking around making sure no one else is staring at us.

Typical Eian.

"No-no, I was actually just checking on you since this might be the last time that we get to hang out like this and talk so I thought maybe we could just - eh.. you know...talk..so how was your food? " I say while scratching the back of my neck..

Being a conversationalist is obviously not my specialty but at least I'm here.. Eian likes talking just need to let him do the rest...a foul game is still a game. ƪ(˘⌣˘)ʃ

"Oh well in that case, the food was delicious.I love lasagna and they make the best home cooked meals here... I can certainly testify for them or vouch for them with my whole life and auntie Chrissy also always adds extra cheese for me, so yes it was really good. How about yours? I see you got some grilled chicken with baked potatoes?"..

I let out a chuckle and look at him once again just as expected he didn't hesitate to jump into the conversation although its a new knowledge that the man loves his food. That's not how Eden was. He did not like to eat so much and preferred snacks over a full meal...just as I thought this would be a good thing to do. Learning about Eian will definitely help me move on.

"Well yes ..I like chicken-but honestly I'm a big fan of potatoes. They can literally be made into anything !..although I have to admit I like salmon over chicken but this was the only menu that had my favourite grilled potatoes so I went with it. It was nice. I'm glad you enjoyed your meal though.." I respond awkwardly and pick up the drinks menu and pretend to scan it...

I'm really not made to survive in the human world I wish we were all born mute!

"Oh that's interesting!...I do admit fries are always my go to snacks so I'm not shocked that someone actually likes potato dishes.Honestly speaking my father introduced this place to our family and later my mother continued to come with my sisters and I plus Ethan who was always tagging along for free meals...now it's just me and some of the guys I used to work with who come here every once in awhile to eat otherwise I just order deliveries to the house or cook for myself ..talking about cooking....I don't suppose you do that?.. you don't look like the type..."

Yep. This is Eian. A child prodigy who has word vomit when he talks to people he is comfortable with. Unlike Eden who fears people and will only say two words per day if allowed to except Eian only does that when he talks to new people or wants to annoy Ethan per observation..

I take a moment longer to look at him once again..

He is not Eden.

"Uh..Jackson?"..

"...."

"Oh sorry.. just had to think about the many foods I've never cooked and realised yes you're right. I believe my siblings and I are spoiled cause I think I can only make breakfast meals but not a full buffet" I finally answer Eian after dragging my mind from its wandering.

"Well that is better than nothing. Every human being needs to know how to cook something so they don't die from starvation and or even malnutrition" Eian says before facing the drinks menu infront of him

..is this conversation over !?!... already?!?

say something Jackson..!!!

"I don't know if this counts but if it's something like creating edible delicacies I can't but I am a master at mixing beats instead of kitchen spices" I contribute my two cents causing Eian to lift his head from the menu and look at me with just a hint of admiration.

"That sounds cool!.. I love people with artistic talent cause God gave me brains but man did he make my body clumsy as hell.. I can of cause read recepies and create something from there but the kitchen always ends up looking like there was an explosion..." he says with a light chuckle.

" I could teach you one day if you ever have time . I'm sure it wouldn't be anything tough for a student like yourself- I mean.. if.. like IF! "...

Someone save me!

"Well I have no major future plans. If- like IF! there is a time I wake up and feel like learning music I will let you know. ...by the way..Are you going back to college to attend physically?"

I look at Eian for a while as I think about his question-again.

" Yes. Yes I will..I think it's best I get some more experience with social networking while I still can-

Before our conversation could continue Ethan calls for attention with his glass. He once again thanks everyone and finally dismisses us. I was hoping I could stay and talk to Eian for a bit longer but he was the first to push out his chair and seemed just about ready to leave.Outside in the parking lot, I say goodbye to the team and Ethan. I walk Eian over to his car and for some reason before my brain could even register what happened..I give him a short hug. I know Ethan had originally suggested it but I was not going to...

Eian's body obviously tenses but this would be the last time I do this.I don't know where the bravery came from, but he reciprocated and gave me a little pat on the back before finally turning around and getting into his car. I hope my mission becomes a success. I don't know when I will see him next, but if the chance comes I will work hard to show my brain that we don't love Eian or even Eden ..He was just another man who has never been a part of us and happened to find favour with the temporary guest who borrowed our nest but has now left.

I think.