Page 76 of Saved By A Dark Billionaire
"Think I'll like it?"
"No doubt about it." He nodded.
We took our place in line, waiting our turn. We were so lost in each other we hadn't looked around us in a while. I think I heard her before he did. Her nasally voice was like nails on a chalkboard. I saw her from the corner of my eye as Lucas stiffened beside me.
"Francesca." The barista called her name to grab her drink.
I squeezed Lucas' hand, trying to remind him I was right here with him. I couldn't imagine what it would be like to be faced with your rapist out in the open like this. To know nothing happened to them, that they faced zero consequences for what they did. She grabbed her drink, turning and spotting me. She smirked for a moment, heading my way, until she saw my interlocked hand. That’s when she noticed Lucas.
I took my attention off her, looking up at Lucas too. There was such anger in his eyes. His face was still, but his teeth were clenched and he was gripping my hand so tightly it hurt, but I didn't complain. Francesca froze in her tracks, which surprised me. Maybe she feels some remorse for what she did.
I thought too highly of her for a second, because after a moment her smile widened further. She continued to stalk towards us as if happy to see us. I stepped in front of Lucas as if my body could shield him from this moment. I stared daggers at her, making her unsure about what she was doing for a moment.
"Ollie, weren't you dating Leo a few days ago? You sure move quick," she commented, trying to offend me or maybe get a rise out of me.
"If I wanted your commentary, I'd ask for it. Goodbye now, Franny." I waved at her, closing and opening my hand at her.
She didn't move, standing there looking right at Lucas.
"Well, enjoy my sloppy seconds." She laughed, taking a sip of her frappuccino.
Her comment made me snap, causing me to take a step forward with my hand fisted. I had it pulled back, ready to throw hands at this bitch, but Lucas wrapped his hand around my waist and pulled me back into his chest. He leaned down, kissing my neck and whispering in my ear.
"She's not worth it, Rose. Let's just have our time together."
His words deflated me instantly. I nodded my head, stepping forward in line, ignoring Franny completely. She scoffed but disappeared when she realized we would pay her no mind. I was such an idiot bringing Lucas on campus. I had forgotten all about Franny attending this university as well. I've only run into her the one time with Leo. I didn't think I'd run into her again.
"I am so sorry, Lucas." I whispered to him from across the table. He was so stiff, rigid even, since we ran into her.
"It's not your fault, Rose. I'm fine. Don't worry about me. Let's get you fed and to class on time. Wanna walk and eat?" He asked me as time was getting the better of us.
I nodded my head, unsure of what to do to make him feel better. This morning has made me realize how little I know of Lucas. What does he do when he needs to relieve pressure? What helps calm him? Can I do anything to help him right now?
We walked in silence as I ate my muffin. Then it dawned on me. It's stupid and small and probably won't work, but I took a big bite, being intentional to leave a million crumbs on my mouth. I turned and smiled at Lucas with a crumb coated mouth. He looked at me a moment before bursting into a chuckle.
"You look ridiculous." He shook his head, wiping the crumbs from around my lips. He bent down and kissed me lovingly. "Thank you," he whispered.
"Go get some work done at home. Don't stay on campus. I'll text you when class is over," I said to him. He shook his head no at me, holding my cheeks in his palms.
"You can't get rid of me that easily. I'll be here waiting for you when you get done. Go learn something new, Rose, and don't worry about me." He kissed my forehead this time.
"How can I not worry about the man I'm falling in love with?" I spoke the words before I could stop myself. We both froze at my admission. My eyes were wide as they met him. I couldn't believe my mouth betrayed me. "I–" There was nothing I could say to take it back now. After a few seconds, Lucas smiled the widest I'd ever seen. It made my heart skip a beat at its absolute beauty. The smile went so far as to light those intense brown eyes with a gleam of happiness.
"Falling in love, huh?" He teased me with his brows raised. He licked at his lips when he finished speaking.
"Stop, you didn't hear that. I'm going to class now." I went to run away embarrassed, but he grabbed my wrist, pulling me back towards him. He pressed me flush against his chest, uncaring of the stares we were getting by everyone who passed us by.
"I'm falling in love with you too, Olive."
With his admission his lips met mine again in an earth shattering kiss. It was so full of love I could feel it seeping through my pores, running through my body. When he pulled away, my cheeks flushed a shade of scarlet.
"I'll see you after class, Rose." He turned me, nudging my frozen self towards the STEM building.
I ran up the stairs, needing the physical exercise so I could use it as an excuse for the pink on my cheeks. I made it to class just as the professor was starting, earning me a brow raise. It was hard to stay focused as thoughts of Lucas plagued my mind.
I wonder what he's up to now?
Chapter 27
