Mae's Perspective
When we arrived at my apartment building, I noticed that everything was very...dark. As in, there wasn't a single light on. I walked over to the elevator and pressed the up button, but it didn't light up like it normally did.
"Hm that's weird. The elevator isn't working."
"Are there stairs?"
"Ya they're over here," I say as I walk towards the set of stairs. "I'm on the sixth floor though so it's a bit of a climb."
"No worries."
After climbing up what felt like a million stairs, we finally reach my apartment. Using my phone flashlight, I unlock my door and walk in. I immediately go try and flip the lights on, but once I do, it's still pitch black.
"Ugh. The power must be out in the whole building, not just the lobby," I say, annoyed that I can't see anything.
"Well, maybe that's a good thing," he points out.
"Why's that?"
I watch as he takes both his hat and sunglasses of his head and face. I squint my eyes, trying to find what he looks like, but the darkness keeps me from doing so.
"Can you see what I look like?"
"No," I pout, a bit sad that I can't.
"Well that's good, because now I won't be breaking my challenge." he sighs, his voice filled with relief.
"What was you challenge?" I question, curious on why he had been wearing the sunglasses and hat in the first place.
He's quiet for a moment, clearly trying to figure out if he should tell me or not. He decides on the latter saying, "That's for me to know, and for you to maybe find out."
I walk over to him and place my hands onto his shoulders. I lean in close to his face, trying to make out any details. All I can see were his dark brown eyes, staring right into mine.
That was when I realize how close I was. I meet his eyes and feel my heart start to speed up. I want to kiss him, but I decide to wait and let him make the first move.
"Can I kiss you?" he whispers.
I nod my head, and the second I do, he brings his lips to mine. Electricity. The second he kisses me, I feel a rush of electricity run through me. He kisses me with so much passion. I want to melt from how warm he makes me feel. I can't take it any longer.
"Do you want to take this somewhere else," I ask, smirking up at him. I nod my head towards the bedroom.
He turns to look at what I was gesturing to, then looks back at me once he's realized what I was implying. He leans in to kiss me one more time, then pulls back and says, "definitely."
Gavi's Perspective
I wake up the next morning feeling good for the first time in a while. I turn to look at Mae who is peacefully sleeping next to me. Her brown curly hair is spread out on the pillows and looks almost like it is glistening in the sun. She is gorgeous.
I look at the clock and read 6:30. Although it's early, I'm not tired at all. In fact, I feel quite awake. I look back at Mae and try to figure out what I should do. Most guys would be shitty and leave, but I don't' want to be like that. To be honest, I don't want to leave at all.
I decide to get out of bed and get dressed. I head out of the room and into the kitchen. I find my hat and glasses sitting on the counter. I guess I should probably put those on. As I look around for a second, I then get a genius idea. Immediately, I start to get to work.
Mae's Perspective
I'm awoken by a bright light coming through my bedroom window. Oh, it's the sun. As I lay there for a moment, the memories of last night all come rushing back to me.
I turn to my left to greet Gavi with a good morning, but I find that he is gone. Oh. I guess he must of left. The realization stings, and I think back to how he seemed like a good guy. A guy who wouldn't leave in the morning.
Oh well. Looks like I won't be seeing him ever again. That just hurts even more. I glance over to the look and find that it's only 7:00. Usually I would still be sleeping, but I no longer have the urge to be lying in bed.
I force myself up out of bed, and head over to my closet. I throw on sweatshirt and sweatpants and start to head out the kitchen.
When I enter, I'm completely shocked by what I find.
"Hey, good morning," Gavi smiles, as he flips a pancake.
I'm glued to where I'm standing, still in utter shock that he's still here, and above, making breakfast.
"Good morning," I manage to say as I take a seat at the table.
I find a plate of pancakes, eggs and bacon sitting on the table, along with a glass of orange juice.
"That's for you, by the way," he points out. "I hope you don't mind me using your stuff."
"Oh, no worries. Thank you for breakfast. To be honest, I thought you had left this morning."
"Oh?"
"Ya. When you weren't in bed, I thought you had dipped. I was a bit disappointed, so it's a nice surprise knowing you didn't leave." I quickly shove a bite of pancake in my mouth before I can say anything else embarrassing.
He looks at me, then smiles. I realize he has the hat and glasses on again.
"You were sad when you thought I left?"
"Ya," I admit, a bit embarrassed.
"Well, I'm glad I didn't leave." He smiles at me, causing a warm fuzzy feeling in my stomach.
I turn away to hide my embarrassment and flushed cheeks.
"Do you have anything going on today?" I ask, attempting to change the topic.
He glances at his phone, then turns back to me and says, "I actually have a meeting in about 30 minutes."
"Oh, so you'll probably have to go soon, right?"
I'm disappointed that he'll have to leave so soon. I wish I had gotten out of bed earlier.
Instead of saying anything, he simply takes a seat next to me and serves some food onto his plate.
"My meeting can wait. Besides, it's nearby so I don't really need to worry." he grins at me then starts to dig into his food.
I want to ask him what he does for his job but decided against it and continue eating my food. It tastes amazing.
"That was sooo good. I've never met a guy who can cook so well. In fact, I've never really met a guy who could cook in general," I exclaim once I've shoved all the food into my mouth.
"I give all credit to the pancake mix I found in your pantry." He jokes as he places my plate and his into the dishwasher. He looks over to the clock and frowns a bit.
"I guess I should get going now," he murmurs. I can tell from the tone of his voice that he is disappointed too.
I walk him over to the door and smile.
"I had a lot of fun with you." I then lean in and give him a small kiss on the cheek.
"Ya, me too. Until hopefully next time."
He walks out the door and I close it behind him as he leaves him. Let's hope that there is a next time. That's when it hits me.
How could I be this stupid? I immediately rush to find a pen and paper, then sprint out my apartment door. Lucky for me, he's still waiting for the elevator.
"Gavi!" I yell, hoping to get his attention before he gets on the elevator. He hears me and turn to look at me.
I finally reach him and hand him the piece of paper.
"Here's my number. Make sure you text me, okay?"
He looks down at the paper, and smiles. "I definitely will."
The elevator then dings, and the doors open, but he doesn't get on.
I take a step towards him and give him a little nudge. "You better get going. Wouldn't want you to be late for your meeting." I suggest.
"Ya you're right. Goodbye for real now."
I watch as he gets on the elevator and disappears as the doors close. I let out a small squeal of excitement and start to head back to my apartment. I can't believe all of that just happened!
That was our longest chapter yet! What did you guys think? Make sure that you message me if you have any questions or ideas for the next chapters! Next chapter is coming out Monday! (4/24/23)