7 CHAPTER 7: THE DATE

Black's POV

After I ate lunch, I decided to go to Mich's house. I also take-out a whole chicken because Tita likes it so much.

It was exactly 2 pm when I arrived at their house. I went straight to their garden because I knew for sure my aunt was there.

"Good afternoon, Tita," I said as I greeted her.

"Oh! What a surprise! Hi there, Sweetie! It's been a while." She greeted me back and hugged me.

just hearing the word "sweetie", Daze suddenly crossed my mind. I just shook the idea and mentally rolled my eyes. The heck with that guy.

"Wow, thank you! I was craving this a while ago and here it is," she said, as if she was so amazed. I smile at her sweetly.

"I can feel it Tita! Anyway, Where's Mich?" I joked and asked where Mich was.

"She's not here. She's in the mental hospital right now." I was flustered when I heard what she said, but she laughed and continued

"She's observing and helping there before her job starts next week. You know the Haven mental hospital nearby, right? We started donating there, " she explained.

"Oh, I see! Mich should've invited me, Tita, I would be happy to help. Anyway, I'm kinda getting nervous next week. I don't know if I will do well in your company, " I hesitantly confessed."

"Oh, Sweetie! You'll do well for sure, it's in your genes, " she motivated me, which made me smile.

"I hope so! "My Dad disowned me, so I had to do my best to live on my own," I joked.

"Hahaha, your dad never changes. I'm sure what he did is for your own sake. But always remember that you're welcome here, okay?" She assured me.

"I'll keep that in mind Tita, Anyway, I gotta go. Just please tell Mich that I dropped by.

"You can stay here and join me to eat this," she said while pointing at the food I brought.

"Aw! Thanks, but I'm already full. Goodbye, Tita " I bid her goodbye and kissed her on the cheek.

"Goodbye, sweetie! Enjoy your work next week, " she said and winked at me.

"Haha hope so, Tita"

I went straight to our house to talk to Dad. He's not in his study room, so he's probably in his room. His door was slightly open, so I overheard his conversation with whoever was on the other line.

"Give me time baby! I'm sure she will like you! Of course, I love you... I just need time to settle things up. Yeah, sure ...... Take care"

My face frowned due to what I heard. He found a lover, huh? I entered his room, but I did not bother to ask questions about it.

"Oh my God, Black! You'll give me a heart attack!" He said. It was obvious that he was shocked and did not expect to see me.

"Give my car back and activate my card again, Dad!" I said authoritatively.

"What? Why should I do that? Has my daughter changed and become a responsible person? He said it with full sarcasm.

"Dad! please! I'll be working starting tomorrow and, besides, I rarely go clubbing and meet different guys. " I reasoned it out.

"For real?" He could not believe the things I'd said.

"I can't also believe it, dad. So where's my car key?" I said and asked for my car key again.

"Sorry, my dear Black. Your car is still on hold, but I will activate your card. I'll call the bank later, " he said, smiling.

"Dad, stop playing with me! I don't want to commute every day!"

"Say it to yourself, Black! Stop playing with the guys. It won't bring you good. Besides, If you hailed an Uber or Grab, that wasn't hard. It's like having a car with a different driver every time, " He said.

"Dad! That's off-limits " I retaliate because he's meddling with my personal life. He's been so invested in my love life that I call those boys "love life". They are just passers-by who make my life more fun.

"Says you? Oh, come on! Let's have a deal. Have a serious relationship and I'll give back your car. " I was shocked by what he said." What is he? A kid?

"I guess I need to commute for a long period!" 'I remark and wink at him. I went straight to the kitchen and looked for something to eat. I just took the ice cream cake from the refrigerator.

Dad followed me and leaned over my seat.

"If you will insist that I should look for a serious relationship. Stop it, Dad!" I immediately said before he even uttered a word.

"Ehem! That's not what I'm going to say. "

"Then what?" my eyebrows furrowed.

"I want to introduce you to someone." He said happily.

"Dad, Stop whatever you're going to say! I don't want to hear it now, dad! I don't want to mix shits in my head today! "

He seemed offended before leaving my side, I felt guilty and bowed my head in frustration.

'I still miss her. I miss my mom, ' I whispered to myself. I'm not ready to meet a possible stepmom. No, I won't accept a stepmom, ever!

After I finished eating, I went up to my room to rest. My room looks boring because it is empty. Aside from the bed, there is nothing else.

I woke up at 6 pm. I didn't bother to look out for my dad. I just told the maid that I was leaving. ------

I arrived at the condo an hour later. When I got in front of my unit, someone pulled me. My blood immediately boiled when I saw who it was.

"I'm fucking tired!" I said with no energy. For some reason, my body felt so heavy. I couldn't even bring myself to protest and stop him from dragging me.

"I'll ease that!" he answered briefly as he continued to drag me to the car park.

"Daze, where are you taking me?!" I asked with annoyance.

"I'll bring you to a real date," he said with a smile on his face.

"Say what?" I can hardly paint my face as he smiles and rides his motorbike.

"Hop in!" I slightly smiled because we were going to ride a motorbike. I love riding in it because I can feel the air. I look at Daze and he's still smiling at me.

"Trust me." He said.

"Not that I trust you, but I need to unwind and it seems like riding on your motorcycle will help."

I hopped in and put the helmet on, but before he started driving, I threatened him.

"Make sure spending my hours with you will be worthwhile!"

"I'll give you the best date you never had" He confidently said and quickly started the motor, so I clung to his shoulder.

I close my eyes to feel the air. It is damn relaxing. ---

"Monster Jam?" I ask as we walk inside the MOA Arena.

"Yeah! You like it?" He curiously asked

"Damn I love it!" I said in amusement. I can only watch Monster Jam on TV, but now I'm watching it live.

Free beer and juices are also available. I was about to have the beer but I thought I had work tomorrow, so I just took the juice while Daze got the beer.

The Monster Jam ended with my only reaction being, wow! It's amazing as hell. The stunts, the cars, the players. I even got a free t-shirt and autographs. Thanks to Daze's connection.

"It's only 9 pm. Let's go to the seaside first, " he invited me.

"Sure", I answered immediately, because I am happy now.

When we got to the seaside, I frowned.

Seriously? Every time I went here, I only saw couples. Won't they take a break? I asked myself. My left hand felt warm when Daze held it. I looked at him, but he dared to smile at me brightly and intertwined our hands.

"Just think that I'm someone who makes you happy, not someone who irritates the hell out of you." He said and started walking.

We started walking, but I kept looking at our hands, holding each other.

Why? Why It feels comfortable and I kinda want this feeling to last a little longer.

We found a milkshake stall, so we bought two. I noticed that he was still holding my hand.

"Let go first!" I said because it's hard to drink given the fact that I'm left-handed.

"Nope! you might hide your hand if I let go of it" I laughed at what he said.

"Silly!" I said while still laughing.

When we got the order, we sat on the seaside.

The light posts are the only things that give light to the area, so we can still see the sea.

Daze let go of my hand and sat on the tall stones that would give us a clearer view of the sea. The breeze is so cold but it feels good,

As the sea moves calmly, it gives me peace of mind that I have not experienced for a long time.

"I'm Daze Tejada. 23 years old and I'm wild, young, and free" I looked at his hand stretched out in front of me. I also looked at his face; he was smiling. A smile that seemed innocent, so I laughed.

"You kissed me a couple of times, but you just introduced yourself!" I said, still not reaching for his hand.

"Haha Sorry! I just realized it. I apologize for the late introduction, " He said, laughing. I shrug and smile at him.

"Marie Violet Black, but I ordered you to call me Black, nothing else. I am 21 years old, wild, young, and free indeed, " I also said with a huge smile.

"Objection your honor! I prefer to call you my color. " He objected and raised his eyebrows up and down, so I jokingly punched him on the shoulder.

We were just talking and laughing, and little did we know, 2 hours had passed.

We arrived at the condo around midnight. I thought he would escort me until I reached the front of my unit, but he was just going to the unit next to mine.

"I had a great time with you, my color. I'll set our next date!" he said.

"Next Date? Who said that that was a date?" I asked and rolled my eyes.

"You're in beast mode again! Go to sleep my color," he said with a smile while standing in front of the other unit.

"Whatever! Anyway, thanks Daze, " I said and entered my unit, but before I closed the door I heard him say, "Dream of me," so I shouted, "I don't want nightmares!" and then I shut the door.

I can say that I had a great time with him. We have the same interests and attitude, so I guess we will create a good connection. I'm looking forward to considering him as a friend.

I somehow forgot all the problems I'm going to face tomorrow because of him. But I'm back to reality now, I just wish that I could cope better and enjoy the rapid changes in my life.

'Thank God,' I said to myself before falling asleep.