Seven

I woke up at the ruffling of the blanket beside me. She was cold. I gently wrapped her in the blanket and looked at her for a good minute. Her delicate lips were parted and her long flowy hair was spread around her body making her look like a fairy. I wanted to kiss her but I can't. Not so soon. I need to fully accept her. Besides, we ain't rushing anything. So, I got out of bed and went to take a nice, warm shower.

Serena's P.O.V

I woke up by the morning sun. It was still cold but I was glad that the sun was bright today. Only a few days were left until we leave. I was feeling lazy today. I suddenly felt the need to meet my friends before leaving. I was missing Nathan and Tori. Although, there was someone else I was missing too. His beautiful face came to my mind. I quickly jerked my thoughts away when I heard the bathroom door opening. He came out with all his glory. His beautiful toned body on display which made my cheeks burn. I wanted to feel that body against me but unfortunately, my time hasn't come yet. "Hey, you awake?" He said, snapping me out of my trance. "Y-yeah," I replied while I got up from the bed. "Take a shower. I want to take you somewhere and tell you something really important." He sounded stern which made my stomach flip. What's he going to tell me? What is it that I still don't know, knowing that I'm his wife and even though he dislikes me, he should've told me everything about himself? He has just begun to trust you. Maybe. Obviously. It hurts. I know but stay strong. I will. I took a deep breath and went inside the bathroom to take a shower.

Third person's P.O.V:

He watched her as she stared at him with wide eyes. Her off-the-shoulder nightgown slipping down her shoulders, revealing them. It made her look irresistible. He was trying hard not to stare too much and luckily she wasn't really paying attention to his eyes but his body. He knew what she was thinking and honestly, he loved it. But he wanted to tell her everything now, knowing that it would break her if he didn't. So he asked her if she was awake and he decided he would take her to the place where he once met Maria. It was hard for him too but he had to stay strong.

Time skip~

"Such a beautiful place." I chirped as I saw a beautiful lake flowing beneath the bridge. The water was so clear that I could almost see through it. He was still quiet as if he was thinking something. "Hey, are you okay? You wanted to tell me something." I reminded him. He turned his head towards me and sighed. "Yes, I want you to know a secret of mine." His face was void of any emotion. I nodded and let him speak. "I was in high school when I met Maria. She was the perfect girl I ever wanted. I knew we were meant to be together, until..." He paused and his gaze lowered. I was listening to him even though my heart was breaking into pieces, I had to stay calm. "Until...she committed suicide." His voice was choked and filled with dread. I was shocked. "W-Why?!" I managed to get the strength to speak as I drank my tears. "I don't know. Her mother told me that she drowned herself in the river beside her house." His voice was now getting shaky. "Only if she told me who hurt her I would've killed that person immediately but she didn't. I guess she didn't get the chance.." He wiped his tears away quickly. I did that too but in a secretive way, I didn't want him to see me crying. "Y-you still love her?" I asked him in a weak voice. "Yes, I do. I won't lie. But I'm trying to make things work between us. So I hope I can give you the love you deserve. Till then, I need some time." I just nodded in reply. "I'm sorry Serena I know-" "Can you drop me off at Nathan's and Tori's place please?" I cut him off. I was trying to contain myself. "S-sure..." He sounded hurt but I didn't care. I hate it. I hate being in this position. What did I do to deserve this? I wanted to avoid his gaze which was not leaving me. "Are you-" "Yeah I'm fine." I forced a smile on my face. "O-ok." I lowered my gaze and walked towards the car. He followed me and we drove off to my friends' apartment. As we reached there, I got out of the car and so did he. "Can you please give me some privacy with my friends?" I tried to sound polite. "Uh- sure." He scratched his neck showing how nervous he was. He should be. He should be able to face his fears. He should be responsible for his deeds. I waved goodbye and went inside the building.

I rang the doorbell. My eyes were stinging due to the number of tears I was holding back. I knew I was overreacting. I knew that he didn't love me. But still, I had hope that maybe he just avoids people. I should've guessed it when he called me 'Maria'. I was such a fool to think that I had a chance with him. I didn't know he was daydreaming about someone else. The door opened and Tori's head popped out. "OMG! Serena? Come in honey." She hugged me which eased my pain a bit. Yes, I needed a warm hug. I finally let go of my tears soaking her shirt with them. "Why are you crying?! Is everything okay? Where's Kyle?" Her mentioning his name made me sob even more. "Please stop crying, let's go inside." She patted my back and took me inside. I was still leaning on her. "Serena? OMG, why are crying?!" Nathaniel came up to me and held my hands in his. "G-guys, he loves someone else..." I managed to say in between sobs. "Who? What are you talking about?" They were confused by my sudden confession. "Kyle loves someone else." Their eyes popped out as if I had gone mad. "Are you crazy? That must be a misunderstanding...or did he tell you that?" Kyle spoke this time not wanting to believe what I said. "I'm not lying. He told me that himself that he loved someone else and is trying to adjust with me for the sake of our parents and needs some time." Tori stroked my back trying to calm me down. "Who's she? Why didn't he marry her?" He said with utter disappointment. "She's dead. She killed herself." I replied and his eyes widened again. "That's horrible! Well, you see Serena, as a friend I would suggest you to give him some time. It's not like he'll fall in love with you instantly. You have to wait for some time." He gently pressed my hands which calmed me a bit down. I knew I needed to talk to my friends, to let all my pain out. "You're right I guess. I shouldn't pressurize him. Besides I'm his wife now. He must give me love only. No one deserves it more than me." "That's a right sweetie! He will know your value soon. Try to attract him with little actions. Try alluring him with your kindness. Be more presentable. Don't argue with him over little things. Be more accepting and he'll be at your feet." Tori smiled at me and I smiled in return. "Call him, tell him you miss him." She said and I nodded. I quickly dialed his number and waited for him to pick up.

Kyle's P.O.V :

I was regretting the decision of telling her my secret. That would've hurt her so much. The last thing I wanted to do was to hurt her. Why am I so dumb? I should've told her what she means to me. It's just I can't accept her fully but I know I will in the future. Her eyes became so dark and lifeless when I told her the truth. Her glossy eyes told everything she was feeling. I wish I could tell her how beautiful those eyes of hers are and I hate to see them shed tears. Especially because of me. Wait, did I just praised her? Does that mean I... My phone started ringing bringing me out of my thoughts. 'Serena' her name flashed on the screen and I couldn't help but smile. I picked up the phone and heard her melodious voice. "Hey, can you pick me up? I was missing you." I couldn't believe my ears. Was she really missing me? "Oh sure. Was just thinking about you." I replied with a smile plastered on my face. The smile that was the beginning of a new emotion that was long gone. I quickly drove off to her friends' apartment and waited for her. She came out after a few minutes and sat inside the car. A beautiful smile was painted on her lips. I couldn't help but stare at them. They resembled two rose petals. I wanted to taste them. Yes, I did. I wanted to taste her love. I had kissed her before but it was void of any emotion. I wanted to feel that emotion now. It was lunchtime, so we stopped at a local restaurant and ate Chinese food. I kept staring at her between the meal which made her a blushing mess. I smiled internally knowing how shy and bashful she was. Her rosy cheeks made me want to kiss them but I stopped myself since we were in public and I wanted to share this moment between just the two of us. I wanted to let go of my ego and embrace this new feeling. Besides she was my wife and she deserves this more than anyone else in this world.

To be continued...