I Choose You by Kemi Adejumo (mobile ebook reader TXT) 📖

Jessica’s Pov

“You were smiling when he was here and the second he left , you became sad” he said

“I am not sad” I replied

“Well from what I am seeing, you are. If I can explain the scenario, then I would call it a case of one sided love” he explained with a smirk.

“Shouldn’t you be working or doing whatever you do?” I asked

“I am not busy right now and I am also the boss around here. I own this ship and call the shots here” he replied arrogantly with the stupid smirk still on his face.

“Alright Mr arrogant, should you be poking your nose into the businesses of your guests? I mean you are the boss around here, you should know that “ I said and he started laughing.

“Okay, maybe I should not be poking my nose in my guest’s businesses but I could not help but want to comfort a beautiful lady especially when she looked sad and all by herself “ he replied and I stared at him.

“I am not sad and I don’t need comforting, thank you “ i was already feeling uncomfortable with his words.

“Okay why don’t we do this again. I am Peter and you are?“ he said as he stretched out his hand. I stared at it for awhile before taking it.

“Jessica “ I replied and shook his hand.

“Nice to meet you” he said

“I don’t think I can say the same “ I replied and he laughed.

“Ooh, he is cute Jess” I heard Molly’s voice and I looked up. The whole group were coming to the table and I saw Christian looking at our hands. I quickly removed my hands from his. Not like Christian will care.

“Were you flirting with my friend mr sailor” Molly asked and I glared at her.

“Shut up Molly “ I said to Molly and turned to Peter “ I am sorry, she is not usually like this”

“It’s fine, I just thought Jessica was alone and wanted to keep her company “ Peter replied.

“Well she is no longer alone, you can give us some privacy” Christian retorted and we all stared at him. He didn’t look happy and I can tell that he doesn’t like Peter.

“Sure, I will give you guys space. If you need anything, I will be available.”  He said and was about to leave “ uhm , we are hosting an all night party at the beach today. Are you guys interested?”

“No we …” Christian was about to decline but Molly stopped him.

“Of course Mr sailor, we are totally interested.” She said before eyeing Christian.

“Sure, can’t wait “ he replied and winked at me. I won’t lie, he looked really cute but that was all. I didn’t feel anything unlike what I feel for a certain guy I know…

“Eeeeeeeh girl I think he likes you!!!” Molly screeched in my hear.

“Molly you are in your head again “ I said

“No he definitely has an interest in you” Sharpay added

“Psst” Christian rolled his eyes.

“What is it Christian?” Molly frowned

“Look I’m a guy okay and I can tell when other guys are into a girl or not and that my friend does not look like a guy that is interested. For all we know , he might be trying to play Jess and as my best friend I won’t let that happen. So I say we are not going to the party “ Christian declared

“Woah woah woah dude, calm down. It’s not as dramatic as you make it seem.  I don’t know if he likes Jess yet, of course they just met but I can tell that he has an interest so deal with whatever it is that is going on with you because we are definitely going to that party.”

“Fine whatever, you guys can do whatever you want” Christian surrendered

“Does that mean you are not coming?” Jake asked

“I am definitely coming, I don’t trust Jess” 
He replied

“Hey, what do you mean?” I frowned

“What I mean is that my eyes will be on you all through the night.  If I see a single glass of alcohol with you , I’m taking it “ he said

“Oh sorry Dad , what else are you going to do, ground me if I miss curfew?” I teased

“Yes daughter, thank goodness you know “

“Eheheheheheh” i teased him

“Eheheheheheh” he teased back

“Will you two just stop!!“ Evelyn suddenly screamed and the whole place went quiet as our eyes settled on her. “I just want to go back to the penthouse now, I don’t feel so good” her voice suddenly became calm and her eyes red and glazed. Was she about to cry? But why?

“I am sorry Babe, i didn’t notice you were not well” Christian said, he’s voice calm.

“Like you notice anything “ Evelyn mumbled but I heard her clearly and I think Molly also heard because of the way she looked at me.

“What?” Christian who is sitting opposite her did not hear her.

“It’s nothing, I just want to go back and rest” Evelyn said.

“Uhm….uh… ok if that’s what you want “ Christian seemed a little hesitant but he stood up anyway.  Evelyn nodded her head and stood up as well.

“Guys we will see you later, we are going to head back first “ A staff brought out a boat and took them back to the penthouse.

“Is it me or did Evelyn seem a little jealous” Molly blurted out immediately they left.

“Any girl would be in her position “ Sharpay added and we all stared at her. It sounded as if she was accusing me. That didn’t sit well with me.

“I didn’t mean it like that Jess. All I am just saying is that, every girl will get insecure if their man has another girl that is as important as her” she said after she saw my indifferent look. “ All I am just trying to say is that , even if Christian assures her that there is nothing between you guys, she will still have doubts. Only you can assure her and give her the confidence that you are happy that she is with your best friend “

she explained and I went from indifferent to sad.  It’s true, I should assure Evelyn but how do I do that when I am about to break them up. Evelyn has every right to be insecure and jealous but she doesn’t realize that she is the Winner. The loved one, the chosen.

“I understand you Sharpay and I will do that” I said and she nodded her head.