I’m eighteen. Connor said, actually smiling at Luca. And can I just say, his smile… Well, I guess I can see how he got all those girls to sleep with him.
Here, take a seat, my mum said, coming back from the kitchen.
Sit with Bellaby ! Luca shrieked, climbing out of his seat and taking the open one next to Sophie. My eyes widened at that, which didn’t go unnoticed by Connor as he smirked at me when he sat down.
Soon enough Sophie and Luca were chatting it up, while my dad and Connor’s dad discussed business and my mum gossiped with Mrs. Michaels.
So, Bellaby, Connor teased, You dress is very… nice.
I looked down to see that the skirt part had ridden up so that most of my thigh was showing. Embarrassed, I pulled it down as best I could.
Bella, I hear you want to go to UPenn ? Mr. Michaels asked.
I frowned and looked my father.
Actually, I would like to- My breath got caught in my throat as a warm hand was placed in the middle of thigh. My heart was pounding rapidly, making it hard for me to speak.
Uh, yes, I s-suppose. I stuttered, blushing madly.
Interesting, do you know what you plan to do ? He asked. By now the whole table was silent and all eyes were on me. As I opened my mouth to speak, Connor’s hand trailed up further, to the top of my thigh.
Y-yes, I am interested in becoming a veterinarian, and the medical schooling at UPenn is fantastic. I said, glancing at my father as he nodded in approval.
That’s wonderful, darling. Mrs. Michaels said. Mr. Michaels grinned at me, and turned back to my dad, resuming the conversation.
Honey, you never mentioned you went to school with Connor ! Are you two friends ? My mum asked.
N- I started
Yes. Connor cut me off. We are actually very good friends.
I quickly hid my frown and attempted to pull Connor’s had away from my leg. He grasped my upper thigh tightly, causing me to gasp loudly, making everyone turn to stare at me. I flushed a deep red at the attention.
Erm, excuse me. I mumbled, hurrying towards the bathroom upstairs. Once inside I splashed icy cold water on my face, taking deep breaths. I quickly dried my face and stared in the mirror.
Pull yourself together. I scolded myself. After a couple more minutes, someone knocked on the door.
One second. I called out, opening the door. Suddenly I was pushed back into the bathroom, the door shut quickly.
Did I tell you how nice that dress looks on you ? Connor asked, advancing upon me. My heart pounded in my chest as I backed away, into the wall. Connor took that to advantage, because soon enough I was trapped between him and the wall.
So what do ya say ? Why don’t we seal the deal ? He murmured into my ear. Before I could process what was happening, Connor gently placed his lips on mine. The normal Bella would have shoved Connor away, cursing him out in the process, but this Bella…
The kiss was gentle and sweet, and slowly picking up more pace. Soon my hands were entangled in his hair, and his arms were wrapped tightly around my waist. He finally pulled away, the both of us breathing hard.
I looked up at him, That was…
He smirked, almost as if he knew what I was going to say next.
Disappointing.
For once Connor wasn’t able to hide the shocked expression that crossed his features.
Bella : 2 Connor : 3
Connor’s POV
That kiss… That’s something I’m never going to forget. I pulled away, both of us breathing hard.
That was… She started.
I smirked. Hot ? Steamy ? Amazing ? The best moment of her life ?
Disappointing.
I was completely shocked. That was not what I was expecting. She smirked as she moved around me, heading towards the door. I frowned and quickly turned, grabbing her arm and stopping her from leaving.
Don’t lie. I said, staring into her deep brown eyes.
I didn’t. She replied without hesitation, pulling her arm out my grasp and heading downstairs before I could stop her. I felt myself grow angry as she walked off. It was almost as if she hadn’t felt-
What am I talking about ? I glared at my reflection and shook my head. Bella was going to crack, I would make sure of that.
Bella’s POV
I didn’t. I said, pulling my arm out of his grasp. With that, I headed down the stairs before he could stop me.
Bella : 3 Connor : 3
Sorry about that, I excused myself as I sat back down. I noticed how Mrs. Michaels stared at me along with my mum, a knowing expression on their faces. I sub consciously fixed my hair and straightened out my dress, cursing myself for not doing that before I had come back down.
When Connor came back, his expression was cold and stony. He didn’t acknowledge me as he sat down, only speaking when my mum offered dessert. Everyone was silent during dessert, even Sophie and Luca.
So Connor, where are you planning to go to college ? My dad asked in attempt to get the conversation going. I couldn’t help but notice the tension between Mr. Michaels and Connor as he asked that.
I really like Florida State University. Connor said. I watched as Mr. Michaels frowned, looking away from his son.
May I ask why ? My dad asked
The parties and the girls. Connor said with a cold smile. Something looked wrong about him as he spoke.
Connor ! His dad snapped.
Oh, and the booze. Connor snapped.
An awkward silence overlapped us as Connor and his father glared at each other from across the table.
The dessert is delicious, Mrs. Michaels said, trying to lighten the mood. I give props to her, but it didn’t work, for Mr. Michaels seemed to grow very mad.
I apologize for my son, unlike your daughter, he doesn’t seem to have a very bright future ahead of him- or any future of that sort. He spat out, still glaring at Connor.