Gianna's POV:
It was a normal day when I woke up. I had plans to catch the bus so I could buy a new flower from the Florist uptown. I have to hurry so Phillip doesn't realize I left the house on my own.
It was when I left the bus that my day changed. HE was standing steps away from the bus stop staring at the Florist shop that I had intended to visit. His head was half-shaven, and the other half had long luscious curls and, sharp, stunning silver eyes. only his middle fingers were painted Black and he wore a bright red Jacket as if he wanted to stand out even more than he does naturally.
"Are you going to the florist too?" I asked. At that moment he glanced my way, his skin was so flawless, it made me envious, aside from a mole under his right eye.
"Yeah," Then he looked away from me and walked inside without another word. I walked in after him, he should know I'm not following him, right? Instead of looking around like me, he went straight to where Rira, the shop owner was. He smiled when talking to her and I saw her face light up so brightly when she replied, that her wife would be so jealous if she saw. After speaking for a short time she led him around, explaining the significance of each flower, he listened attentively, "I'm amazed that you know so much." He complimented. She absent-mindedly began playing with her hair.
"I am just glad to help." They continued talking for approximately 10 minutes before he finally left and I approached the counter with the potted plant I had chosen.
"Who was that? What does he want?" She frowned at me,
"You're nosey today, Gianna." I scowled at her,
"Well, he didn't buy anything so I'm curious!" She sighed at looked at the door before replying,
"He did pay... he commissioned a big job from me... for a party and was just giving me some extra information." Then she sighed sadly as she was remembering,
"That's it?" I asked, to pry for more details from her,
"It's private!" She declared sternly then she rang up my plant and said "That'll be 21.95." I paid, then left. I noticed him through the crowded sidewalk as soon as I got outside, waiting at a nearby crosswalk. I had to run to catch up to him.
"Hey!" I shouted, from his side. This time he didn't even turn to look at me and only started walking once the light turned green. "We met by the flower shop," I stated while walking at his side, which elicited a reply from him,
"Oh." It's something.
"I know the area really well, so I can help you get wherever you need to go! I can tell you're new around here." Because there's no way I wouldn't have noticed someone who looks like him earlier.
"I don't need help." He answered, continuing his pace assuredly down the sidewalk.
"My name is Gianna by the way," He didn't reply, but he started taking longer strides, I was having trouble keeping up. "You must be lonely, I can keep you company." I am very confident in my looks, no one has ever rejected me.
At that moment he stopped walking and paused to really look at me for the first time. His face moved closer till it was inches from mine,
"Tell me..." His breath smelled like peppermint and his hair fell across his face, the contrast of light highlighted his cheek dimples as he spoke. "What do I need to do to make you leave me alone?" His question coupled with how close we were stunned me so badly that I momentarily lost my voice. That's when he groaned and began walking away again. I silently trailed after him and soon we ended up in a high-class shopping area. Most people couldn't even afford to eat here. The man in front of me kept walking as if he knew where he was going. I wanted to ask him if he was sure he knew where he was going ...but kept my mouth shut, then watched as he went into a bridal shop. He was only inside for 30 minutes but was escorted out by a man who looked like the owner,
"We'll see you again in a week, Mr. Walker." Walker smiled and replied.
"I look forward to what you come up with William." That's when he turned to me and sneered,
"Why are you still here?"
"I... lied, I mean I am willing to be your guide but I, really, just think you're... interesting... and was hoping we can get drinks together?" There's no way he can misunderstand me now. I'm being as straightforward as I can...
"No." He answered so quickly and bluntly that my pride was crushed,
"Why not?! Are you gay, give me something!"
"Do you have brain damage or do you just lack common sense?" He asked this hurtful question instead of just answering me, and then he turned and walked away. This time when I looked for him it was as if he vanished. How did he get away so fast?! I looked left and right, but couldn't catch a glimpse of him in either direction. It's not like I'm in love or something but... he's exactly my type and I'm not the type to give up on anything.
"Gianna! We've been looking all over for you!" My agent, Phillip yelled, rushing up to me.
"How did you find me?!"
"I tracked your phone... It's not important we have an appointment to get to now!" Then he grabbed my wrist and dragged me away before I could figure out where the mystery man went.
-END
CHAPTER 29 (Snowe's POV)
Zai locked the door to his room, as soon as we were both inside. He never locks the door, no matter what we're doing.
"What's going on?" I asked, starting to feel a little anxious.
"You're too young to have memory loss," Zai replied, circling from behind till he came in front of me.
"I know it's not our anniversary yet."... I replied dumbfounded. He snickered, then I blinked and he was gone. I heard a loud thunderous noise, and a gust of wind, and then I felt him wrap his arms around me from behind.
"Do you want to keep guessing or should I just tell you?" His breath tickled my neck as he spoke.
"... Tell me, please," I answered. I then felt my arms tied behind my back and Zai threw me over his shoulder and walked towards the bed.
"I held back because you had to work... so now it's time for payback," I remember now! I began flailing in his arms to no avail. I could feel the energy draining from my body and my connection to water was fading... this is the same rope he wore during training! Do humans feel this way all the time? He threw me down onto my back and pulled off his shirt, which killed my urge to escape my fate. I had to pause and stare at him.
"Wait! I only had you tied for 5 minutes and Valin interrupted before I did anything!" I pleaded. Zai tapped his chin and then tilted his head.
"I remember being tied up for 2 hours and 17 minutes."
"You asked me to tie you up!" I argued. He laughed and leaned down to kiss me, weakening my defense even more.
"Irrelevant. I had been restrained for over 2 hours, I asked for your help and I warned you." His eyes gleamed and then he brushed his hair back. At the touch of his fingers, his hair changed from Black to silver, his tattoos faded away and his skin seemed to glow. "So today, I'm not holding back."
"You... you... you, you." I was blushing and my head felt so fuzzy, I forgot what I wanted to say. "You're beautiful." Was all that left my lips. His hands pressed against the comforter around my head,
"So are you." He replied, in a teasing voice, as if mocking me for earlier. I was too awestruck to be upset, he's still Zai, but now he's even more dazzling than I could ever imagine. Even his eyes sparkled like they were filled with stars. His face was inching closer to mine and when our mouths touched, I felt a jolt of electricity run through my whole body. There was no pain but an overpowering sense of pleasure coursed through me, so much so, that it brought me to tears and I began trembling. Zai pulled away just enough to get a clear view of my face, and then he stroked my cheek with an amused expression, "Why are you crying already? We just started."
I got close to passing out several times before the two hours ended. I thought he was bluffing to scare me when he said he'd been holding back! As soon as the time was up he unbound my hands and tossed the ropes aside but his hands stayed on my hips and lips against my neck.
"Transform... I want to see your eyes." It was hard to stay focused, everywhere that our skin touched was so sensitive that I wanted to scream but I was too tired from screaming earlier to make a sound. "Snowe?" He sat up and said my name with worry, which helped me relax enough to do as he requested. Zai sighed with relief and laid his forehead against mine.
"You're a monster." I accused. Zai pouted,
"Why would you say that?" I know he's only pretending to be hurt but part of me still felt bad. Thankfully showing my True Energized Form was rapidly regenerating my stamina. "Did you learn your lesson?" I gave him a defiant look and said,
"... I'd do it again if given the chance." Zai's laughter filled the room.
"I love you so much." He declared before kissing me passionately and I, happy to finally have my arms free, threw those arms over his shoulders and held him close.
When I woke up the next day I checked my phone surprised to see a text from Valin,
"Parallel lines have so much in common, it's a shame they'll never meet!" He must have found more math jokes online, the next text read "What's going on in there? Are you still alive?" I felt my temperature rising and I sat up in bed. The comforter is green? Zai must have changed it while I was sleeping... Wait that's not important right now! I forgot other people live with us, did RJ hear that too?! How am I going to face them? I know they heard things before but... yesterday was different. I shook Zai's shoulder and he grumbled but sat up regardless.
"What's going on?" He asked, with a yawn.
"I ... don't want to go downstairs alone." I won't tell him my reasoning, it'll just make me feel more flustered. Zai leaned forward and looked up at me affectionately,
"Your eyes, are my favorite color right now."
"What color is that?" I asked, going off track and following his pace in conversation.
"Crimson red." Again?! He then reached under the bed to pull his phone out of his jeans pocket and aim it in my direction.
"Are you taking my picture?!" I asked, covering my face.
"I want to remember how you looked at me before you power down... consider it payment for me getting up so early." I reluctantly lowered my hands, allowing him to capture my photo. He presented his phone to me right after, he wasn't exaggerating. This eye color is rare because it's caused by feelings bordering on obsession, and I know what I'm feeling right now is what I always feel whenever I look at him... That means I've lost my mind. Love this strong can be dangerous.