Catherina
Nervous can't even begin to describe how I feel right now. Getting ready for my date has been a complete nightmare. For the last three hours, I've changed my outfit along with my hairstyle, several times.
Several!
I know what your thinking, I'm nervous. It's what happens with most girls when getting ready to go out on a date with a hot guy.
But you're wrong!
This is something else entirely. I mean, I know I looked great in all those outfits. It's just that every time I look in the mirror I remember Derek complimenting me in the outfit or how it felt when we went out together......in that same clothes. So a small tinkle of self-consciousness along with guilt started springing forth into a huge tree. So huge that I had to run out and buy myself a NEW outfit at last minute.
Not to mention, I had to have a talk with myself before I even had the idea of calling off the entire charades.
So here I am, standing in the same spot he left me on the other night, twenty minutes early. Too scared of my own actions I left as soon as I got ready. Not even glancing at the mirror for approval.
Of course, I had on makeup but only lip gloss, mascara, and eyeliner which I already had in my bag. So yes! I applied my make up in this very spot.
Oh yeah, don't even call me crazy yet until you find out that I even have my phone off. Yes! I sent him a text to let him know I was ready before shutting it off then dropped it someplace in my bag with my eyes closed.
I know! I know! Derek doesn't go through all this anxiety before a date, but I still can't help myself. I feel like such an idiot! I just wanna kick some sense into myself.
The truth is, I love Derek and I think he knows, at least I don't try to hide it, and I'm pretty sure he feels the same way about me. It's just that, he's young. I don't want to tie him down in a relationship so he doesn't get to enjoy his youth. He should experience all the adventures of a young adult which I'm sure will help to mold him into a mature human being. So when he finally gets into a relationship he'll be mature enough to handle any difficulty we may face as a couple.
I know, I sound like a lovesick junkie, which I am. But I also know that love doesn't just stop at first sight. Anyone that has been in a relationship knows that life is a bitch, that will send hurdles for you to jump. But if you're not willing, mature enough, or even strong enough to fight through it with your partner, you might just give up.
You may not agree with me which is okay. Honestly, I don't want a today or a tomorrow romance with Derek. I want forever—until death and beyond. If there is a beyond.
So maybe I've waited too long but I'd risk not getting a chance with him than being unhappy or only having memories a few years or even months down the line.
"You're early," a deep voice crept in my daydreaming. My vision clear to show Adrian standing in front me with the cutest smile.
Startled I jumped back with a squeal, nearly landing on my ass. Thank heavens he had great reflex, he gripped my wrist.
"Sorry, I thought you saw when I drove up," he apologized still wearing that smile.
Ugh!
Snatching my hand away I marched towards his truck. "Let's just go."
All buckled in and awaiting the chauffeur I folded my hand across my chest. He cautiously got in and strapped in the seat belt before starting the truck and driving out.
"If I've offended you in anyway then I'm sorry." He glances at me before turning back to the road.
Oh gosh! Shoot me now!
The second date an I'm already acting like a crazy lady. Taking a deep breath I decided to be honest. "No, I'm the one who's sorry. I haven't been out on many dates with anyone other than my best friend so I'm kinda nervous......so the secret's out of the bag...."
"What's that?"
"I'm crazy." I let out a nervous laugh which went a few pitches higher than expected.
Chuckling he sympathized, "If it makes you feel any better I'm a bit nervous too."
Smiling, I patted his knee. "You didn't have to do that, but thanks."
He covered my hand with his. "I'm serious....you look nice by the way."
Lifting a brow I leaned back in my seat. "What! I was going more for sizzling hot."
Laughing out he flicked his eyes to meet mine. "Okay....okay...I guess I gotta turn on the air conditioner because you're hotter than the sun."
I couldn't help but laugh again. "Oh! Nice one."
"See, not so crazy after all," he reassured me.
Feeling a lot better I flipped over my hand, that was still on his thigh, then laced our fingers together while staring out the window.
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With adrenaline coursing through my veins I held on tightly to my weapon. Taking a deep breath I slowly tried to peek around the barrier. Hearing footsteps I quickly drew my head back, bracing against the cylinder. My heart then decided to accelerate. Trying to calm my nerves I mentally did a count down. 139Please respect copyright.PENANAWDEPfgI8Zm
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"Catherina.....oh Catherina," he sang. His voice sounding a little too near for comfort. 139Please respect copyright.PENANAt8fF1RIsoq
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"I'm not gonna let you win....you know that, right?"139Please respect copyright.PENANAP3g9rGOVkW
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Mentally rolling my eyes I searched for my nearest escape route. "I never asked you to...so save your breath for your last words, when I kill you." Finding the exit I needed, I gingerly crawled to the next barrier, making sure not to alert the enemy.139Please respect copyright.PENANAQRhUHE5Ki9
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He let out a bitter laugh. "Nice....you really are something else."139Please respect copyright.PENANAo30gc3XFhl
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Secure in the spot, I braced myself on the barrier fixing the gun so I was ready to shoot if necessary. Then to my displeasure, there was silence. My ears perked up as I tried my most darn best to hear anything other than the deafening silence. 139Please respect copyright.PENANAHTKrnUCYZt
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Standing straight, I was about to look for anything that would indicate where he was but hands wrapped around my waist, drawing me out in the open. 139Please respect copyright.PENANAg6rUZbwVQQ
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Kicking and screaming I tried to fight him off but he didn't even budge. Dragging me with ease he drawled, "I told you you can't hide from me."139Please respect copyright.PENANAuAvx2q31dF
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His lips were so near to my earlobe that his breath tickled my skin. Involuntary I tensed, stiffening at the sensation. He must have sensed my discomfort because of his grip loosened. 139Please respect copyright.PENANAnji0OULHEJ
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Taking that as a chance I elbowed him in the rib. Grunting he held the sore spot while crouching on his knee. Not waiting for another chance I turned and shot him several times. 139Please respect copyright.PENANA1i3q2Koymf
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"Your first mistake was taking too long to shoot," I stated dryly at the body now laid on the ground. 139Please respect copyright.PENANAc9L4PV0mHt
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Letting out a few more grunts he then laid motionless on his back. 139Please respect copyright.PENANAZjRYEAiriS
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"You take the word competitive to a whole other level."139Please respect copyright.PENANA0VzvQLu0R2
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Laughing I crouch down beside him. "Does it hurt?"139Please respect copyright.PENANAnMlui4oS3S
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Already knowing what I was referring to he replied in a wounded voice, "Like a bitch.....I just need a minute before we can go."139Please respect copyright.PENANATPAkYFp0q3
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Feeling almost sorry for him a sat down. Pulling my knees to my chest, I hugged them and admired the paintball stains decorating the field. 139Please respect copyright.PENANAOI0rq4dtoj
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"When I just moved here my best friend brought me here to release the stress of moving away from home...."139Please respect copyright.PENANAeDEYnAtZVV
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"....so you brought me here to do the same," he finished. 139Please respect copyright.PENANAOcyUzB353S
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Smiling shyly I nodded. 139Please respect copyright.PENANAGLSlC5YloG
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"Well, I'm grateful. It did help....other than the fact that you did whip my ass—which I can't tell my friends by the way."139Please respect copyright.PENANAlkZms4JSyU
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I raised a brow and shook my head playing along. "No, of course not! Don't wanna bruise your ego now."139Please respect copyright.PENANAofQjP1xenW
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He dramatically sighed in relief. "Thanks. Let's just say you trip and fell, accidentally pressing the trigger and while helping you, I got shot."139Please respect copyright.PENANA5Z3B9UkQ1i
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Laughing aloud, I mustered a yes. Just then, a couple of kids ran pass is while shooting at each other. 139Please respect copyright.PENANA8QnffUpRin
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"Shit!" He sat up. "We're in the middle of a battlefield... let's get out of here before I die again."139Please respect copyright.PENANAyeyg8uMZ8w
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Giggling I helped him up. "Yes, let's."139Please respect copyright.PENANAqrr84yCh4C
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