When A Bully Falls In Love by Valerie Sax (good books to read for women TXT) 📖

Chapter 16: The Dream Lover

 

A person could bring the worst into you or the best. I never knew Xander could get the worst in me. Those moments kept flashing in my mind, and I couldn’t let Matt know. We reached the parking lot, and Matt didn’t utter a single word.

I know I made a mistake, but is this the way a human treats another human? Xander had become my worst nightmare from that moment when he took me on this ridiculous adventure. Tears showed how stupid I was and my decision to come over here and give him a chance.

Matt looked at me, giving me a fair chance to realize my misstep. “I am sorry. You were right about him. I shouldn’t have come here.” I answered.

“Did he do something bad with you?” He questioned.

What should I tell him? Yes, he showed me how to fuck in the mouth. Or he found a unique way to torture me. “I don’t want to talk about it,” I answered.

He came closer, and I rested my head over his shoulder.

“I am not good at judging other people’s intentions.”

He let me cry on his shoulder without uttering a word.

Once I was done with my emotional breakdown, I looked at him.

“Feeling better?” I nodded with a thin smile.

“I read somewhere that a beautiful girl feels hungry after they cry. Do you?” It made me smile,

“If I say no, that means I am not beautiful.”

“I didn’t say that.”

“Then? Does that mean I am beautiful?”

How easy it feels with Matt. He made me laugh and stood by my side.

“Fine. You might be beautiful for others, but not for me.”

“Ouch.. you broke my heart, Matt. I could get some compliments from my friend.” Squinted, I slapped his shoulder gently.

“You are such a drama queen, Aoife.” He rolled his eyes and opened the door for me.

“Are you hungry? I am asking you for a last time.”

“I am,”

“Come on, let eat something.” He patted my back.

We settled in his car and started driving.

“Where are we going?”

“Would you like to eat something special from Matt’s kitchen?”

I raised my brow in surprise.

“What?”

“Answer me,” He smiled.

“I hope I will not die because of indigestion.” It was my time to tease him.

“I am sure I am a better cook than you.”

“Ahh... self-compliment is not good, Chef Matt,”

“You will see.” He seems confident enough.

“Oh! I will. But where are we going exactly?”

“Calm down, mam. It is a surprise.” He winked.

We stopped in front of the boy’s hostel. I was perplexed, thinking about what would happen next. He told me to get out.

“Why are we here?” I said.

“Isn’t it the boy’s hostel? Are you going to cook in the storeroom? Matt, I will not eat. Am I even allowed to go inside?” I stopped him.

“I am sure you could become the best actor in this town.”

He literally dragged me and clenched my hand tightly.

“Come on,”

I saw boys roaming in their boxers and shorts as we walked upstairs, uncomfortable seeing me in their territory.

“Matt, I don’t think it is a good idea,” I said.

He unlocked his door with his jingling keys.

“Welcome to my dorm,” He said and pulled me inside.

The sight in front of me changed my thoughts completely.

That was not a stupid dorm with an old bed.

“How is this possible?” I whispered, looking at the view in front of my eyes.

There was a cute little kitchen and a little dining area for two people. On the left, there was a nice, cozy living room. It’s a studio apartment.

“Is this a dorm? I mean, how? Did you pay them more to create such a beautiful place for you? Are you even a student at this college? “

Whenever I open my mouth, I never know when to stop.

“It’s because of Xander. His mom, the trustee of this college, and all of this was easy for him to arrange.”

“Initially, he stayed with me, but later, booze and girls covered most of his time, which I don’t like. He shifted to another apartment, but yes, this is still his second home.” Great, I don’t think I need more information.

“Sometimes he stays here, sometimes in his club, his apartment.” I rolled my eyes.

“In short, it’s his dorm also,” He smiled.

“He will not come here. Right?” I asked.

“Nah... not right now. Xander is in his special resting zone,” He said.

Yeah, torturing people's zone; I saw how he likes to rest. I still wonder how Matt is his best friend. Matt washed his hand.

“Would you like to eat Chicken Fajita? With a glass of wine?” He wore his apron.

“Uh.. uh... Make it spicy.” I sat on the barstool, watching him work.

“Are you not going to help me?” He questioned, while resting his hand on his waist.

“Nope,” I smiled with my bunny teeth.

He cooked while we had wine in between our chatting time. I enjoy every bit of the moment with him. He is funny, caring, loving, and knows how to respect girls.

“It’s wonderful. How can you cook such nice food?”

“You know what? You are right. You are a better cook than me.” I asked while moaning out as I tasted every bit of the food inside my mouth.

He smiled, constantly looking at me.

“What?” I asked.

“Nothing.” He shook his hand and took another bite.

“Do you have a girlfriend?” I asked.

He was quiet for a moment, looking at me with a constant gaze.

“No... no, I can think of... Do you have a boyfriend?” He questioned back.

“I was attracted to one... but later, I found out he had a crush on my best friend. Lucky me,” I smiled.

“Can I say something? Why don’t you have a girlfriend? You are a perfect man or a perfect boyfriend package.” I winked.

“Did you just call me a package?” I nodded with a grin.

“Maybe because I believe in true love. I am a one-woman man. That is why I am alone. Waiting for my true love to come and rescue me from Xander and you.” He winked.

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