Chapter Ten Elara's POV : " Arghhh " Why didn't I just say No to him ? Now I have to go with him on a date " Arghhh " I muttered to myself in frustration and annoyance "I only wanted to make Damian upset , I just … I just wanted to prove a point " I continued muttering under my breath as I picked my lipstick from my makeup kit . When I had said yes to going out on a date with him . I did it out of spite . I wanted to prove to Damian that I had moved on No ! I wanted to prove to myself that I was over him , Julian's feelings to my But who was I kidding . I was still deep in my feelings for Damian and now I feel terrible using Julia advantage . like how Damian had done He seemed like a nice and sweet person , and the last thing I needed was to mess his heart up , just like h பாய " What's with that ugly face ? " Sabrina's voice burst through my chain of thoughts annoying me even more . She was watching me with an amused expression on her face . e you calling ugly " I sighed as I stared at her . " Who are you She offered me a warm smile " Isn't it obvious , it's you I mean it's just a date , not a marriage ceremony so cheer ready , your date awaits silly girl up and get I groaned for the umpteenth time in frustration but couldn't find the right words to say to her , it was pointless arguing and she was right after all . Julian was waiting for me . " Hmm , what are you going to wear ? " She spoke as she found her way uninvited to my wardrobe while I forced a smile on my face "Something sexy and seductive but not too desperate , something beautiful yet simple , something ….. Something … Red … ahhhh yes " She quickly pulled out a pepper red sleeveless body hug dress , with a slit that stopped just above the knee . Tound the perfect dress for the perfect date , this would look amazing on you Elara " she chimed as she admired her unwelcomed effort I eyed her skeptically " Don't you think it's a bit too much I mean a bit revealing ? " " Not at all Clara boo , it's perfect and elegant and let's not forget it's red , " she said with a mischievous smirk I raised a brow " Really ? And what's so special about red ? " 1 don't know " She shrugged "most guys like the color red on a woman . " +25 BONUS My body stiffened at her words Damien . Damian likes red He had once told me I looked good in red , he had said it made me look hot like fire . " Is that so ? " I said as I stood up and walked towards my wardrobe " Then I guess I should dare to be different " I casually said as I reached for my black milkmaid dress , it was casual enough . It complimented my shape without drawing too much attention e get ready Sabrina said nothing as she stared at me before quietly sitting on my bed as she watched me I took my time brushing my hair and applying all the needed hair pins and a bow that added a bit of color to my outfit . Even if I didn't want too look my best , I still couldn't leave my room looking like Wednesday Adams I wore the dress and just like I expected it complimented my curves When I was done , I stared at my reflection , I looked too beautiful for someone who wasn't comfortable going out on a date . e room " I thought you didn't want to go on this date ? How come you look like a supermodel ? Sabrina's voice echoed in the I offered her a warm smile " I'm as shocked as you are As I continued marveling at the sight of my beauty even though I had done the barest minimum to my looks I received a text from Julian " I'm parked outside your hostel My eyes widened . " Is he dumb ? " I whispered under my breath . The last thing I wanted was for him to be seen waiting for me outside my hostel The rumors about us would spread faster than chocolate chips on Chocolate Day . Hissing under my breath , I texted him . " I'm on my way , please don't step out of your car " " What's wrong ? " Sabrina quickly asked " Don't tell me he's backing out so soon ? " " Why would he want to do that ? " I scoffed " He is outside " Sabrina raised an eyebrow as another mischievous smile appeared on her face . " Is that why you look so panicked ? Urgh you're such a drama queen " " You wouldn't und understand . " I said as I g I grabbed my silver purse purse , and rushed out of the room . When I stepped outside the hostel , I calmly forced my expression into one of indifference as I casually walked over to his car Oh No ! " why did he have to park his car in front of the hostel " " Arghhh , calm down Elara " I muttered to myself again I walked over to the passenger seat and knocked on the door . Once it was of open , I looked around making sure no one noticed me then I hurriedly hopped in +25 BONUS I swallowed hard " Please Drive " Julian blinked at me in confusion and without asking questions he drove The moment we left the school premises , He calmly glanced at me " We're out . You can stop hid stop hiding now , " 1 slowly sat up straight , releasing the breath that I was subconsciously holding . I sighed in relief as I ran a hand through my hair . Thanks , so sorry about that " Oh well , you're welcome . But , do you mind explaining what that was about ? " " What do you mean ? " I tried my best to act innocent " You acted like you you were being chased out of your hostel And you practically sent a text begging me not to step out of the I sighed . " Oh that ' Yes , that . What was that all about ? " he replied Well , The girls in my hostel are a bit insane when it comes to you : Imagine if they saw you waiting outside my hostel , they'd rip me apart Plus , you're … Well you're older than me " He smirked . " Hmm , that's logical enough . But you do know my car has tinted windows , right ? You didn't have to hide . " I dropped my head into my hands in embarrassment I had no idea Julian chuckled and for some reason , I found it beautiful … " I take it back . That was actually kind of cute and you look wow . " 1 shot him a silent killer glare Julian glanced at me briefly before focusing back on the road . " You know , if you're that worried and scared about people seeing us together , you could've just informed me so we'd have met somewhere else instead " I folded my arms . " And let you kidnap me ? No , I'd rather be a trending topic in school " He let out a dramatic gasp . " Wow . I offer you an exotic and perfectly planned romantic dinner and you call me a criminal ? Ouch " Well , you're guilty until proven innocent . " I smiled as I stared at him and then at the road . Julian shook his head " So , what exactly am I guilty of ? Don't tell me I stole your heart ? " I let out a small laugh Nah , you're quilty of being suspiciously nice " He chuckled " TILike that as a sweet little compliment . " " Don't " " Too late "