Chapter 8

Things were very fast for me. One moment, I didn't care about Zeus at all. I still remember calling him "arrogant" back then. But now, everything has changed.

After the last time I sulked at him, he always made me feel like he was always by my side. He was always there when I needed him. He was also very serious about being my driver. Above all that, he was serious about courting me.

Awkward.

I didn't know how I should feel. I'm afraid I couldn't understand. It was as scary as gambling.

Scary to love.

What if I get hurt? Could I afford it? What if it was just a joke to him? Could I handle it?

I had many questions, but Mother Belen said, I would not know the answer if I did not try. So here I am now, I said "Yes" to him.

I still remember when I answered him. We were both in a hammock and both were sitting there. We both looked at his Dad's vast land. He was holding my hand and I was leaning on his shoulder.

Maybe anyone who saw us would think we have a relationship. That was true, but it was not yet official.

We were always like this. When Zeus and I were alone, he was always sweet to me. I am with him too. Give and take perhaps. We were comfortable with each other, that was the truth.

"Why did you like me?" I broke our silence.

"Do I need to answer that?"

I looked up at him and frowned. Zeus was also really antipathetic, sometimes.

He sighed before he answered me, "Just like you, I don't know. It just came all of a sudden. When I saw you inside that comfort room crying, I was so mad. That's when I realized I like you. For no specific reason. So, stop asking. "

I smiled. I still remember that incident. That was the same time that I felt someone cared for me. That someone would come to my rescue. Someone that would make me feel special. Because of that incident, we became closer to each other. We had always been together. Where he was, I am there too.

"If you're afraid that I will hurt you, I won't Doll. Because you're so precious to me." He even held my hand tightly. It was as if he was saying that I should just trust him.

"Do you promise to take care of my heart?" I asked him. I looked him straight in the eyes. I wanted to be sure before I decided.

"Yes," he answered without blinking.

We were looking at each other. It was as if we could find the answer there. It was as if we were reading what was in each other's hearts.

Ultimately, I was still the first to look down. I am still the first to admit. Zeus' eyes were captivating. It was as if he was saying that he would not hurt me. I would never be hurt.

"Just don't hurt me, Zeus."

"I promise. I will not go to hurt you, Sofia. I will never let you cry."

Just like that, I believed him. I hoped, whatever this thing between me and Zeus, it would last.

Maybe...

I nodded and smiled. I knew he already get what I meant. I knew he already get my answer.

It was a long time before he could act. He was just an idiot watching me. And when he finally understood everything, I wanted to say, he left the cradle and jumped for joy.

I just smiled as I watched him. Like a kid. I was even surprised when he pulled me down and hugged me. He looks really happy.

"Yes!" he said to me. "You mean it, right?" he beamed. He even pulled me closer to him and hugged me tightly. Then I felt him slowly loosen up.

He stared at me intently. There were lots of emotions in his eyes. Emotions that only he could name.

I felt so much emotion in myself too. But I only knew one thing. Love. I love him.

I love Zeus Augustos Vergara.

And with this love I felt for him. I was willing to take the risk. I was willing to take my chance.

He stared at me carefully before I felt him touch my chin. He tilted my head high, and he bent down slowly to claim my lips.

The kiss was slow and passionate. It was as if I were a glass crystal to be guarded.

He was getting used to it, I know. Because even though I haven't answered him yet, he always kisses me. I also did not object or complain. Because I also knew in myself that I wanted him to kiss me too.

His kisses calmed my own chaos. His kisses tamed my own demons.

The kiss we shared ended. He first broke up with me. He smiled, and I smiled back. I knew we understood each other. I knew we were together from now on.

He was still holding my hand as he guided me to sit on the grass. We watched as the sun gears. Allowing us to see the darkness. And for me, Zeus was the moon of my darkness.

I knew. As we held each other's hand, I just knew.

***

If there was probably the most boring time in my life it is that time. We had Prom Night. I should be having fun but no. I was just here in the corner of the auditorium. Alone looking at my classmates who seemed to be appreciating it.

I've been bored before. Earlier I was disgusted. Aside from being bored I was also upset.

I sighed. Zeus promised to be my escort, but he couldn't. He said they were going somewhere important to his Dad.

Even if I feel bad, it was okay with me. His father was Don Fausto so he should just follow it. I also don't want Don to be angry with him. I notice because in the past few days they have always been fighting.

'Hasn't this started yet?' I asked myself.

They said it would start at eight o’clock, but it was past eight o'clock and there was still nothing. Tsk. Filipino time again.

I was just encouraged to go to everyone in their respective lines with their partners. Even though I don't have a partner tonight and I'm still fixing it.

I wore a black knee length gown. Silk type that fits my body. I wore silver strappy sandals too. And I curled my hair at the end. I only have a little powder and lipstick on my face.

I made sure that I would be beautiful tonight. So beautiful. That was why when I came in earlier, they were looking at me. Apart from the fact that my father was of race, I am a natural brunette.

I looked at my classmates in line again. One by one our emcee called them. He was finishing calling the names of a familiar image that grabbed my attention.

"Aria Nathania Guerrero and Zeus Augustos Vergara," the emcee said.

Zeus held Aria's hand and they walked the aisle. All eyes were set on them. All were looking at them with admiration.

They looked perfect.

My head swelled. I'm confused. I thought they were going somewhere important. Why was he here? So, he lied to me?

I had many questions...

All were happy. They participated in all the events tonight. Even Zeus and Aria. They also danced in the cotillion. While I was, just watching them.

He did not even look for me. Zeus seemed to be enjoying the night too. And that breaks me. This was the first time that he lied to me. And it hurts. It hurts because I feel like a fool here alone while he dances with someone else.

The night ended. Aria ended up as the Queen of the night. Zeus escorted her to the stage. He never even left the woman. When he looked at me, he was even more surprised.

I frowned. Why did he react like that when he saw me? He knew it was my Prom, so I was here.

When the emcee said it was over, I hurried out. I didn't care if anyone got mad at me. I didn't care if I bump into them. I did a walk just to get out of that place.

I'm mad and I'm jealous. It was all Zeus' fault. That fucking asshole!

I was walking a long way when a car stopped in front of me. It lowered the windshield of the car and Zeus' face immediately appeared on me.

"Get in."

I did not answer. I just looked at him as if he was not in front of me. I will also be tough on him when needed.

"I said, fucking get in!" he said in an angry voice.

I missed the scream he made. I had never seen him angry. But why would he be angry with me? Shouldn't I be angry with him?

Despite being forced, I still got in the car. We do not get along. I could not even give him a glance. I hate him. I'm jealous.

He stopped the car on the side of the road. We are far from school. It was late and no vehicle was passing by.

"I'm sorry," he said immediately.

I just bowed. It was annoying because I cried so fast when he talked. I was still sniffing. I lose my poise because of this man.

"Doll, I'm sorry. Please, stop crying"

"You are a liar"

He approached me. I punched him in the chest. He tried to avoid them, so I was even more annoyed. I knew I was being childish, but I didn't care.

I also stopped when get tired. He let me lean on his chest. Zeus was kissing my temple. I lifted my face. He swallowed a few times while staring at me.

"Zeu—"

And that was it. All our self-control was gone. Zeus was kissing me torridly. And I am kissing him back with the same passion.

Tonight, I set aside all my inhibitions and let my feelings rule.

Because what matters the most was me and Zeus.