Helen pov
Dinner is excellent and if I am to rate them, I’ll give them a strong eleven out of ten. I don’t know if I am just love starved but I swear I tasted love in the dishes. Crazy right?
After dinner, I make my way to the restaurant bar and ask for a bottle of their best wine. I then proceed to drink it with a glass as I enjoy the ambience. I love the smell and the sound of the water as it flows.
” Hi beautiful? ” A male voice sounds from behind me, prompting me to turn my head and give him my attention. My eyes collide with the most gorgeous green eyes I have ever seen, a smile adjourned on his face.
He’s the perfect specimen of man. The type of man who would be voted most likely to break your heart and your vagina. He is a tall and imposing figure and looks like he works out. His blonde hair and those emerald eyes. I want to climb him like a tree and … Damn girl, why the dirty intrusive thoughts?
” Are you a magician because whenever I look at you, everyone else disappears.” I joke and the man bursts out laughing.
” Do you mind if I join you? ” He ignores my comment and asks.
” Of course not. The more the merrier.” I respond and he moves to the empty seat next to me. I take my time to admire him while my mind wonders if God knew I needed to be laid and decided to bring me a Greek god to do the job. I mean, I don’t mind spreading my legs for him and letting him break that damn v-card. And a baby, goodness. What I will do to have him send his sperms straight to my womb.
‘ He can be a thug for all we know’ Something whispers in my mind but I brush it aside. There’s no way such a gorgeous creature can be a thug.
” What’s a woman like you doing drinking alone? ” He questions and I almost blush at the way his voice caresses me. My mind starts creating images of how he can sound moaning as I ride his massive cock…
‘ Get it together, Helen! ‘ I mentally scold myself. Being in the business industry, I have met many handsome and powerful men and never have I ever fantasized about them even when they declared their feelings for me. Yet something about this soul stirring man has me lowering all my morals.
” I don’t know, I guess the idea of being alone doesn’t scare me anymore. I can handle myself. ” I answer. A lie. Being alone terrifies me. Maybe that’s why I stuck with Gabriel, bugging him for attention.
” Yet you look lonely and crestfallen.” The man comments and I take a huge sip of my wine to hide the fact he just unearthed what I have been trying to hide all along. I might act nonchalant but that doesn’t change the fact that I ended a five year old relationship not long ago. What’s even worse is ending the relationship while still in love with the person.
” You can tell that by looking at me? Wow, you must be a magician.” I comment, intending to sound sarcastic.
” No, I can tell that because I am the same.” He answers and I can see the pain behind his eyes. It’s a deep pain that is almost tangible. It’s a look that makes me wonder about the story behind his pain.
If I am curious, I don’t ask. I mean, we are practically strangers, what right do I have to. And even if I ask, why would he share hus sorrows with me?
” Well, that’s life isn’t? We hurt from time to time. A good bottle of wine however can make one forget, even for hours. ” I reply and he nods his head in understanding.
” True, wine is a temporary cure. But what happens when you run out? ” The man asks and I ponder over the question. Yes, what next after drowning your sorrows?
” Move on? ” My answer comes out more of a question.
” Is it possible? ” The man asks and I take another sip of my wine. Move on? Is it possible?
” Certainly. It might not be easy but eventually, the pain fades away when we find a new happiness.” I answer, not even knowing where that came from. I considered many things after breaking things off with Gabriel but I didn’t think about the moving on part.
Maybe that’s why even with my life ahead planned, I still considered Gabriel’s reaction.
” Until tonight, I never thought about it but now I do. Letting go is the best starting point. That’s why I am here, that’s probably why you are here. To get away from everything. That’s the first step of letting go.” I add and the man gives me a long, thoughtful look.
” You are wise.” He comments and I shrug my shoulders.
” Not really. Wisdom is something acquired over time. I have not been around for long to be wise. ” I answer and the man’s lips curve into a smile.
” Maybe not but you have something many don’t have. ” He answers, not elaborating on his answer. I don’t need to hear the elaboration or justification of his words. I don’t want to hear the controversy of my life. Sure, a wise person would not stick with a man with zero plans about her for five years. A man who would always put her last in everything. That sounds more of a stupid dumbass than a wise person.
” I’m Helen by the way. ” I introduce myself to change the topic.
” Jason. Nice to meet you.” The man introduces himself and holds his hand out. I take his hand and the moment our hands touch, I feel a spark between us. I almost jerk my hand back in shock.
” Likewise.” I reply and let go of his hand. Jason orders a drink and we sip our drinks in silence. The bar is not crowded and the music playing in the background adds to the ambience.
” Why Paris of all the places? I can tell you are not a local here. ” The man inquires after moments of silence. A smile creeps on my face. Yes, why Paris.
” It’s called the city of love so I thought, why not come experience the love.” I reply and Jason’s laughter fills the air.
” And did the city of love live up to its reputation? ” He asks and I consider his question.
” I have not been in the city long enough to experience the love.” I finally reply and a mischievous smile creeps up on the man’s face.
” Since you are here, I bet you are looking forward to experiencing it, no? ” Jason asks with a smirk and I swallow hard. Of course I am looking forward to that but in w different way. I am not here to fall in love and start a relationship. I don’t know if I am ready for that.
” If getting a few Gigolos to warm my bed is experiencing love, then that’s the plan in mind.” I reply, sending him a smile of my own. Jason looks taken aback for a moment before he bursts out laughing.
” You are the most straightforward person I have ever met. ” Jason says after his laughter dies down.
” Life is short. No time for beating around the bush.” I reply, sipping on my wine.
” Then do you mind having me as your exclusive Gigolo? ” Jason asks and I almost choke on my drink. Damn! I didn’t expect that from him and he realises that with the look I give him.
” What? You are allowed to be straightforward and I am not? ” Jason smirks.
” It’s not that. It’s just… I didn’t expect that.” I stammer and he throws his head back in laughter.
” You are so cute, Helen. How about this, we can spend the day tomorrow. You can decide whether I’m good enough to be a Gigolo or not. ” Jason suggests and a million thoughts race through my mind. Spend the day with this handsome stranger? Can I even resist him?
I don’t know much about him, heck, I don’t even know his full name. He could be a murderer, a thief, a con artist, a …
” You don’t trust me.” Jason cuts through my internal battle and his comment makes me blush.
” No, that’s not true. It’s just that … I’m not used to doing this. ” I explain and the man’s smile widens.
” That’s ok. Why not spend the day together, get to know each other. That way, you can make up your mind. ” Jason suggests.
” That sounds like a plan. ” I answer and he offers me his hand again.
” It’s a date.” Jason confirms and I place my hand in his.
” It’s a date.” I repeat and he brings my hand to his lips, placing a kiss on my knuckles.
” See you tomorrow.” Jason winks at me before leaving the bar.
” Bye.” I call out and he sends me a wave.
I stare at his retreating figure for a moment before turning back to my wine.