Chapter 23 (He Didn't)

  In the afternoon, I did not go home. I stay in Sebastian's suite. I immediately went to the fridge in his kitchen to get lemon juice. I heard him in the living room talking on his cellphone. I leaned against the door jamb and looked at him.   I smiled when I saw him looking at me.   "Maybe you're accused of rape, Marco?" He shook his head. "Damn...eighteen?"   He was talking to his best friend, Marco Mondragon. I saw him once at an event.   "Yeah, I'll be there." After a few more moments, he ended the call and immediately came near me.   "What do you want to eat?" he asked, pulling me into the living room. We sat there, and I looked at the things he bought earlier.   "Shall we just request a pizza?" I ask.   He groaned. "That's not healthy."   "Just add healthy foods if you want."   He broke his hug from me and called someone to order.   "What are you going to wear?" he asked, looking at me.   "Two pieces," I joked.   "What? "he hissed.   I raised an eyebrow at him. "Why? It's a wet party."   "We're not going," he said simply, leaning back on the sofa.   "What? It's only once a year, Sebe! If you don't want to, I'll be going alone."   I rolled my eyes in the air. I can go without him!   I want to unwind even now!   "I said we're not going! You're not going to wear that kind of cloth, Natalia!" He said with a serious tone.   Gosh! I am joking!   "I can make you wet here anyway," he added.   I rolled my eyes. "I'm just kidding, Sebe. We're going! I'm under too much stress! I need to chill."   He turned me suddenly, so I bumped into his chest. He buried his head in my neck.   "Okay," he said huskily. "I can't wait to marry you."   I smiled. "Me too."   "Are you ready to be my wife?" I was tickled every time he whispered to me.   "Of course," I said and stroked his arm. "II am a woman now. I can give you a child." I whispered the last word.   He chuckled.   "I want a baby girl," he said, taking my hand where the diamond ring-colored sapphire stone was in the middle.   "Okay..."   "I hope you can manage my jealousy," he said.   "You have nothing to be jealous of! I am yours."   He chuckled and kissed my temple.   "I am fucking possessive, Natalia. What's mine is mine."   I love his perfection and even his flaws.   In the evening, we were ready. Sebe is oozing hot in his gray shirt and sweat shorts. I can now see the tattoo on his chest that peeked out of his shirt and his arm.   I wore faded shorts and a white lace crop top. So, my navel is a bit out.   I know Sebe was against it. But what does he think I should wear? Pants and long sleeves?   As soon as we entered, Sebe immediately looked down at my body.   "Behave," he warned.   "Maybe you are the one who should."   He groaned. "I will, and you are too."   There are already many students coming in. I even saw a group of women who were super revealing. They were still looking at Sebe and giggling.   "What a bitch," I uttered.   He caressed my waist.   "Don't mind them."   We are at the long table now, just on the side of the grandstand. The others are there in the middle of the field. They are dancing while the bubbles spread from the stage.   They are fun to watch.   The wind was blowing cold air on my skin because it was late.   We were together with Radleigh, Fixie, Clinton, and Kylie.   Kylie looked at me meaningfully. I just smile.   ***   "Do you want to go home?" he asked, kissing my ear.   I shook my head. "No, later."   I turned my head toward him.   "S-Sebe, it's embarrassing." But I was caught off guard when he kissed my lips.   Radleigh whistled. I can see that he kissed Frixxie's ear, and Clinton kissed Kylie's shoulder.   What. Are they really that showy and touchy?   We were stopped by someone who broke a bottle just across the table from us.   Sebe immediately stood up because of that.   "Stay here," he told me.   "W-Wait--"   "He's Marco, my friend. I'll be right back." Even though I didn't want to, I let him.   I can see Marco holding Sebe's arm because his hand is holding a bottle.   Marco's hugging a petite girl. I didn't see much because Marco covered her. But I know she's crying.   Clinton and Radleigh are already there, but they are just standing.   ***   The days passed. I had fun with Sebastian. I joined our National Geographic Geo Genius Quiz, and I took the top. I got the gold medal. I used to be busy studying. Sebastian was my inspiration, so I got it.   I was at the top of four luxury universities. This is what I want. Be an inspiration to others as well.   Paparazzi and rumors were still everywhere.   "Just text him, Nat. Maybe he will let you go to my birthday today." Jenn convinced me. Kylie nodded at me because she was also invited.   "Okay, I'll text him later, "I said, because he had a meeting today.   Then our three-hour classes started.   I've been so attentive. I walk to the locker to put the two books in my arms.   Sebe had been so supportive of me.   Our three-hour class had passed.   As soon as I closed my locker, my cellphone rang with a call.   "Sebe!" My voice sounded like a child waiting for a gift.   He chuckled.   "Baby, is class done?"   "Yup! You?" I walked down the corridor.   "I'm already in the parking lot."   I walked so fast there that I almost tripped, and when I got close to his car, I fell.   It's good that someone helped me!   Someone grabbed my waist and arms so I would not fall on the concrete floor.   "Oh my," I gasped nervously.   The boy cursed. "Almost." He said his hand was still on my waist. "YYou okay, miss?" He was only a few inches away from me.   "Yes, thanks!"   "It's my pleasure to help, Natalia, right?"   I nodded and smiled widely. I don't know, but I'm relieved. His soft aura seemed different.   "Ah! Yes."   He held out his hand for a handshake.   I immediately accepted you. "I'm Kurt."   "Nice to meet you," I said.   "You're lovely." He blinked his eye as he looked at my earring.   My mouth formed an "O."   "Yeah, she's pretty, and damn mine." A baritone voice on my back almost made me jump.   Shit! I forgot.   "Why does it take you so long?" he drawled.   I immediately caught a glimpse of Kurt's eyes, full of admiration for Sebe. But Sebe gave him the opposite look.   "Good afternoon, Mr. Montemayor." He turned to me.   Sebe suddenly pulled me into his car.   "What's that?" Sebe immediately started the car after he said that.   I was surprised at what he said. With the tight grip on the steering wheel, he looks like he can break it.   "What the fuck, Sebe! What are you?"   "Do I have to tie you to me, Natalia?"   I close my eyes as my hand grips my bag tightly.   "Sebe, can't you see? He helped me! I almost fell!"   Will we still fight about it?   His jaw tightened.   "He touched you!"   "Where will he hold me then?" I asked mockingly.   When he didn't answer, I just stared at him.   "Where will you take me?" My tone is cursing.   "Suite," he answered even more stubbornly.   I stared intently. Annoying! I know he's tired, but he's too much! That boy just helped me!   "Take me home. I'm tired, "I said half-heartedly.   He cursed under his breath. He immediately turned to the old road.   Hell! Will he really take me home?   I was secretly shocked. Won't he even stop me?   I just got even angrier.   I was silent all night until his new car stopped outside our house. I reluctantly unbuckled the seatbelt and got out of his car without saying a word.   He didn't even stop me!