SECOND KISS
I nodded and we both went downstairs. We reached the pool in a few minutes. It’s been a long time since I kept my foot inside the pool. Actually, I don’t remember a time when I went to a swimming pool. Maybe the first time is with Jason.
When I came back to reality from my thoughts, I saw Jason’s taking his shirts off. Not taking. He already took his shirt off by exposing his six-packs. I already stared enough at his body in the magazine. I don’t know how many hours will I stare at him when he’s standing next to me only in his shorts.
” Take your clothes off,” suddenly he said.
” What??” I gave him a blank stare.
” Didn’t you brought your swimsuit?”
I didn’t. I don’t even own a swimsuit. Atleast, I have my bra and panties. I will be jumping in with that.
” Nope. I forgot.” I said, taking my top and jeans off. I can’t eat dinner with his family in wet jeans and top after swimming. When I was done undressing, I noticed Jason’s eyes settled on me. He didn’t pretend that he’s not watching me while I took my clothes off.
” Are we gonna jump in or stand here?” I questioned him.
” Uh… um.. yeah… no, no. We are gonna jump in,” he stammered and looked back at the pool. The next moment, he jumped in. While, I sat on the corner, dipping my feet inside the water. It’s too cold. Burr…
” Hey, you are not learning from here. Jump in,” he ordered, tilting his head up. Some of his hair fell on his face. I love it more when it’s messed like this.
” It’s too cold. I will watch you swim. I’m staying here,” I told, covering my hands over my body.
“Come on. You will get over it, once you get it. I don’t wanna be alone in here.” he asked, swimming towards the edge. I hesitated.
” Please, come on. It’s just five feet in here. I will catch you ” he pleaded which is kinda cute. I can’t able to resist, so I got inside the water with his help. I’m not a child who doesn’t know how to jump in, but I prefer to have Jacen’s hand over my waist who’s helping me to get inside the water.
” Are you cold now?” he asked still holding me.
” Yes, I’m. But it’s okay.” I replied and splashed water on him. To be honest, we played like kids. Maybe I’m a child, so he’s acting like one too. After some minutes, we both had our head inside the water, staring at each other. We talked, laughed, talked, laughed and I don’t even know how much time I have spent in here.
” What time is it?” Finally, I asked, even though I want to spend more time with him.
” Let me guess…. nine,”
” your guessing won’t be right. Let’s go back,” I grabbed his hand underwater. I turned to get back to the edge. All I expected is for him to follow me out of the pool but instead, he pulled me towards me. My hands are back to his chest again.
” We aren’t leaving now, Milly. We still got more time,”
” Of course, we are. I want to meet your mom. You know I never met a real-life celebrity. So, let’s go,” I insisted.
” Don’t act like you are excited about meeting a celebrity. I know you, Milly,” he said pulling me closer to him. The first time, our body is pressed together he would have kissed me. But his sister crashed that moment. Is it happening again? Now there’s no one here to stop it.
” Right. I’m not excited. I like spending time here but the time is…” I was about to say something which I couldn’t finish because his lips are already pressed on my lips. Is this really happening? Getting a kiss from a popular rich guy is the last thing I imagined.
I didn’t hesitate to kiss him back. If I’m nervous at this moment, is only because of my bare skin is in contact with his. His hands caressing my back while he’s kissing me. I don’t have fear of getting caught by anyone but getting lost in this moment. When we parted apart, I tried not to have eye contact. I’m staring down. Jason titled my chin up slowly. He’s about to say something but then we bot caught up in a disturbance again.
“Mr Jason,” I heard a rough voice. I got embarrassed by getting caught like this and buried my head on his chest.
” Sorry for disturbing you, sir. But your mother is calling you for dinner,” the voice spoke this time.
” Tell her, I will come in thirty minutes,” Thirty… Why thirty?
When the footsteps left, Jason spoke again. ” Hey, he’s just my bodyguard. Don’t be afraid. But if you wanna stay like this, I will let you stay,” he grinned and parted apart again.
” No, we can go now,” I blushed. Later, I got dressed and dried my hair with Eve’s hairdryer and even had a situation to wore her inner wears. What can I suppose to do? My bra and panties are wet. Using Eve’s dress is my only option. At last, I was seated next to Jason with his family. Jason on my left, Eve is sitting next to her brother and both his parents are seated opposite to us.
” I’m glad to have you here at this dinner, Emily,” Emma told.
” The pleasure is all mine, Mrs Byrne. I’m so happy that I got an opportunity to meet you,” I politely spoke and Eve interrupted.
” Do you know one thing, mom? Jason let Emily inside his room. He nearly let me in his room.” she told her mother as a complaint.
” You can stop talking, Eve. You rarely spend time with me. Why should I let you in?” Jason argued.
” Oh, I see. Then how many have you been friends with Emily? Many years? I know it’s not even been a week,” she said, taking a sip of water.
” So what?”
” Nothing. The last time you let a girl inside is crys…” she started but Jason kicked her foot inside the table.
” Ouch.. that hurts. You can’t stop me from talking. What I was about to say is…” she started again. I can’t stop my curiosity to hear it. Last time he let a girl inside is…
” That’s enough. You both are not going to argue in front of a guest even though she’s your friend.” Mr Byrne ordered them. Oh no. I was so close to hear it.
Later that night, I’m back at my house entrance.
” I really had a good time. See you in school,” I told Jason with a happy face.
” I had a good time too, Milly. Especially when we are in…” He lowered his voice and leaned forward. But then his eyes caught something or someone behind me.
” Bye, Milly. See you tomorrow.” he stepped back and got inside the Ferrari. His bodyguard drives the car and soon he’s out of my sight. When I turned back, I realized why he stopped himself from telling me something. Because my mom is waiting outside.
” How was your time at Emma’s house?” My mom asked. I know she’s more interested in her favourite actress.
” I know what you want to know, mom. I asked her. She said she’s glad to meet you one day. I really like her. I probably should start seeing her series.” I told my mom. After a little talk, I went back to my room. I’m kinds relieved that she doesn’t ask more about how was my time with Jason. It was the best. He kissed me. My second kiss.
I took my phone to check for messages before going to sleep. I expected any message from Pearl. Indeed, there’s a message from her. But also a new notification from Ryder.
Ryder: Hey, Emily, who’s the guy dropped you home at this time?