Chapter Seven (unedited)
I think I may have lost the interest to even communicate with Cole. He was too exhausting to even listen
I laid in bed with my book on hand. I couldn't even feel my brain working as I read and read- not even understanding what I just read. I hadn't heard of him for two days and I may be slightly worried that he had started that stupid plan
Maybe he found another girl?
Before I could stop myself, I groaned before covering my eyes over my knitted top. Why was I even thinking about it? Yes, sure It was the first time someone had ask me to do something extreme. Not that they are extreme to others but it was to me and that was one big step to jump even. Its even a good things its Friday which meant, I could rest since I didn't have any classes on Saturdays and just the thought of two weekends by myself brought a smile on my face
Penny was basically busy for the whole weekend with her other friends and a party on the other side of college. Peter, though I didn't know what he might do since he has classes this afternoon while the others had football practices and work for Mr. Junkins which meant I may have the dorm all for myself
"hey Colby are you there?" a knock suddenly was heard before my eyes snap towards my lock door
"Yeah" I yelled back
"You sure you don't want too come with me? Its a shame to waste your time cope up in a room"
"Nah, besides I have a test coming up. Might as well study in advance" I looked back at the book in hand where I surprising drew a stick man on the side. I didn't even realized I had drew in it
I heard Penny mumble. Clearly defeated with another no from me. I could still hear a distinct knock on the door which indicated she was still there., waiting if I would change my mind and when I didn't answer- she finally sighed before giving a 'take care'
A sigh escaped my mouth
This is considered studying right?
With a sigh I began to realize my eyes were getting droopy. It has always been like this. Stay in bed twenty four seven , sleep, wake up to read, then back to sleeping. Grandmother even thought it was unhealthy and that I should be exposed more to the sun and to flex that muscles of mine so I wouldn't get old with weak bones. Yet it had been a habit. The bed was just too loving and comfortable then people. Although they don't talk, they are rather much embracing then us. Who wouldn't love a bed anyway?
Suddenly my phone buzzed somewhere under the covers which was a big hassle when I couldn't even find it with all the fluffy blankets and squishy pillows that lay above them. I was even too tired to move except my hands that tried reaching under to find the object. Luckily I got a old of what I was looking for but unfortunately the call had ended. Just when I saw the caller, I began to regret for not finding sooner
Connors name lay on top of the screen that said missed call and instantly I texted him
"hey sorry I didn't pick the phone up. Whats up?"
It was an instant. I don't know if it was how fast he had replied back or whether I was just giddy he had texted. But second later Conner had gave me a reply that made me smile like a little old fool
"Yeah its fine. Thought you wanted a rain check with the lesson thing. So you free?"
"Yeah" I replied in return
"Great. Lets meet at the hotel if that's fine"
Now usually. I would have declined since my schedule was pretty busy with sleep and bed but I could squeeze in some time to ogle Conner. I mean it was still fine
"great be there at twenty"
Okay so maybe I was too excited that i had instantly put some pants and a cute top which was of course not knitted. And to my surprised I even arrived ten minutes early. Was it weird I had ran down thinking I was about to be late? Ha my bad then
How the hell did I even forget my bike?
Shrugging my shoulders, its not like I could go back and get it again. I was fine walking home late then. As long as I could see Connors face
With a smile I went in. I Smiled at old couples before turning towards the penthouse which to my surprise was quiet. It even looked empty
"Conner?"
Silence. And just when I was about to call him once again. To my surprise, Conner didn't come out but the fact that Cole came with a smug look only made me freeze in confusion.
"And she did come! ha, I just knew you would do anything for that golly old fart" He chuckled to himself while I still stood frozen. Not understanding one clue on what was happening until It slowly came into me that I was actually fooled
"Cole wheres Conner" I whispered. My head held down as I felt the embarrassment settle in the pit of my stomach. I could even feel the heat coming towards my cheeks as my lips trembled in disappointment
"He got football. I seriously didn't think you would buy it since you got two football players as a roomie but I had to try right" Cole never stopped laughing. Instead, he was clutching on his stomach like his life depended on it before plopping down the cushion- clearly exhausted from his satisfaction of me looking like a fool
How could I even be so stupid? How could I, Colby forget that he was actually a rookie, a quarterback more importantly and I just acted like a crazy person who looked like he just found a cure for cancer. Without even realizing it, tears began to form on my eyes as the embarrassment settled in deeper to my soul. I could never forget this even if I wanted too. I just hope no one was here to see that.
And just when I felt the humiliation- anger had replaced them. Burning pain and irritation as I looked at the shock Cole who was instantly looking at me
"Shit, I made you cry" I a second, he was at my side then. Gripping my shoulders as I felt his panic when he began to hush me like a little girl who's candy just fell
Gosh why was I even crying? I mean although It was a joke, I couldn't really help but feel exhausted at how much energy I had put on myself for this shit
Instead of hitting him. I mumbled lowly
"I'm going home" With that, I tuned- taking all my stuff but Cole who was still shaking like he was the worst person on earth took my wrist before turning me
"Hey Colby it was a joke"
"You made me run" I grumbled in annoyance. I couldn't even look at him as I laid my head down- watching the floor like it was the most interesting thing I have ever seen. To my utter surprised, Cole's head suddenly pop. his body bending just to see my tear stained face. Even to my horror, his hand touched my hair to slide it back behind my ear just to look at me
"hey" he called out "Okay so I may have took it too far to use your crush but I knew you would actually answer if it was an unknown number- much more if you knew it was me"
"Its so stupid" I whispered. Still not looking at him
"Has anybody told you you cry a lot?" He asked with a smile- as if it would make me smile when it only made me groan. Gosh- Conner may have told him then. After all, I couldn't even count how many time he had seen my cry especially during high school
"How much did Cole tell you about me?"
Cole looked at me weirdly, as if he was surprised I asked it. Slowly he shook his head before his eyebrows furrowed together
"To be honest, he didn't tell me anything. Sorry to burst your bubble loser, but that guy doesn't really gives a fuck about you"
That makes everything better. Just with that statement had another wave of tears coming but luckily I held them down- surprisingly. So I kept quiet as I looked the other way so he wouldn't see my red face. It was then heard him mumble to himself
"Even when that little shit is constantly battling his attraction to u and girls with short skirts"
I didn't think to ask him what he said. I took off only to sit on the sofa- worn off that I didn't care he saw me haggard and sweaty. Well this was turn of events
"What do you want Cole? Why did you bring me here?"
"Well mainly called you here cause I wanted to spy on them- you know get to know the target before you communicate with the target"
"I never agreed Cole" I stated "and I would have told you the day you told me but unfortunately I don't have your number"
"Oh come on Colby-"
"Cole you don't get it do you?" I hiss- still not looking at him. God this conversation is boring and tiring- I can't even think of any replies
"I'll go home " out of the corner of my eye, I saw Cole scratch the back of his head before he groaned in irritation
"Look I really need your help in this" I stopped when he stood in front of me, his eyes held mine pleadingly "Look, I ask for a deal remember? And as int-social you are, I know you want Conner to notice you"
"I-No i didn't-" Cole brought his hands up to stop me which I unfortunately followed orders with a huff
"Good girl. Now, I want you to stop squirming like I'm going to eat you"
"Your'e too near" I mumbled out. Cole who seemed confuse at first finally widen his eyes when he realize he had moved closer then before. Clearing his throat he looked at me with an apologetic smile before they turned back to that pleading puppy eyes "I swear Colby- if you just help me ruin their relationship. That's it and then Ill repay you"
"And how will you do that?" I challenged him
Cole only shrugged "I'm going to help you get Conner"
Get what? I watched Cole who stared at me daringly as he waited for my answer while I stared at him like he was crazy. Did he just say help me with Conner? Because as what I can remember- I never asked anything to think I would want Conner to notice me. Suddenly,Just the mere thought of Conner with other girls then broke down the humor in me. God why did Cole have to be right right now? I mean, there was a part of me that wants Conner to see me, As a woman and not the outcast who people believe that I don't care about other people but myself- which is false since I don't talk to people that much
I stared at Cole's blue eyes silently- Pretty much seconds later I would lose this staring contest knowing I can barely look at people on the eyes without smiling. I would even die just looking at Cole's eyes. I wont lie, His eyes are way better than Conner's who had the shade of an ordinary baby blue as for Cole who had a mix of different blues- like the ocean
"Colby I know you're shy-"
"I'm not"I corrected which Cole only rolled his eyes "I know you don't like socializing but look at you! You're eighteen! You need to get..." Cole's eyes studies my body from head to toe while I looked at him fiercely. Meeting my eye, he scoff before mumbling "Whatever"
"What I'm trying to say is that- You need a boyfriend. Seriously and unfortunately you're a troll" Cole saw my Glare that he instantly explained hastily "People think you're a troll, you know. Grumpy, short and well... scary"
"How am I scary?!"
"well you look pretty scary for a girl. I mean with your aura and all"
"God" I mumbled
"look what you're basically living in a shell- You're not talkative - fine but your basically closing yourself from the world?! So what do you say? a favor for a favor"
"I don't think it would work though, I mean look at me" I looked down where I saw my diry knitted top and the pants that I now realize has crumbs on
"Yeah I am, Your pretty just ugly when you frown"he joked which I returned with a glare
"I don't even frown that much"
"Oh" He trailed off. But it didnt take a second before he shrug his shoulder and looked at me with that smile "So are you in?"
Playing with my fingers I debated in my head. I mean It can't be help when I don't event want to do this crazy plan of his but at the same time - you could see the prize after the achievement. A prize i have ever dreamed of wanting. This may be my chance though. I can at least have the courage to push myself to a boy... I mean I am Eighteen and still single and pretty much my life is literally nonexistent how much more a love life. So with a deep breath, I looked at Cole under my lashes before I gave my approval
"Damn" he breathed with the biggest smile I have ever seen him wear "Now my life just got better"
A laugh escaped me before I looked t the time- Football practices may be finish by now so- We might not know Conner might be coming back and pretty much I don't want to be seen here so I gave one last smile at Cole's way before I replied "text me the details since you already have my number. Right now- I really don't want to see your face right now of other reasons"
"Oh Don't do that" Cole jokingly whine before a flirtatious smile appeared making me look at him weirdly " I'm looking forward in working with you. You might not know I would be the one to sweep you off your feet instead of my little brother" He winked which brought a rush of blush all through my cheeks. Then I thought of the night when we almost kiss all because it was just a spur of the moment. And the thought of actually being with Cole made me shiver
I just hope to God that doesn't happen
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