Page 86 of Saved By A Dark Billionaire
"Yes, really. He's a sweet guy, and he gets me so well. I honestly don't think I've ever fallen in love so quickly." With the exception of Ian who I liked very quickly, and began to love over the months.
"I am happy for you both. Lucas has been a mess until you arrived. Thank you, Liv, for getting my brother back for me," she said, looking at Lucas as she spoke.
"I haven't done anything." I shook my head.
"You've done more than you know."
The doorbell rang, letting us know Rachel and Leo had arrived. Lucas opened the door, inviting them inside. They didn't stay for long, grabbing Lisa with a promise of a good time. Lucas caught them at the door before they left, whispering something to them. I strained my ears to listen, but couldn't hear a word.
I wonder what he told them?
Lucas' P.O.V.
I had to tell him we would wait to celebrate Rose's good news until the weekend. With everything going on now, we could use a little downtime. I know Rose hadn't texted Hailey about yet either, so this is fine. I'll celebrate with Rose, just us two tonight.
I watched Lisa leave with Rachel and Leo down the hall. I know Rachel can bring Lisa out of her darkness better than I can. Lisa and I understand each other's pain too well to help cheer each other up. We're always there for one another, supporting and encouraging each other, but we suck at getting the other one to be happy. It's like we end up wallowing in our sadness together instead.
"Is she going to be okay?" Rose asked me, appearing beside me at the door. She peeked her head out, waving back at Lisa, who waved at her from the elevator.
"I hope so."
I need to be more mindful of her. She's always had terrible taste in men, but none of them had ever hit her before. Leo and I decided we'd pay him a visit. Let him think he's safe. Leo said he'd take her down to the police station and press charges with her. It's better to have these things documented. I don't figure Lisa would go back to him, but on the off chance she did, she’d have this report to prove his abuse if she ever needed to.
"So what now, my Rose? It's your night. You and I can celebrate your good news alone. If you're okay with that. We can celebrate with friends on the weekend."
"That sounds nice. How about we get some dinner, wine, and watch a romantic movie?" She asked, with a twinkle in her eye.She's so adorable.
"Sounds perfect. Preference for dinner?"
"Ooo, Italian!" She said excitedly.
"Good choice." I placed our order while Rose picked our movie. I found my favorite bottle of red wine and poured us each a glass.
"Thank God, you're not a white wine person." She let out a breath of relief, making me chuckle.
"Not a white fan?"
"Not at all." She shook her head. I love getting to know these small details about her. It's all these little things that add up to make her the person she is today. I need to know them all. I need to know her fully, to know her better.
We watched the movie and when the food arrived we ate in front of the tv continuing to watch together. Rose was now cuddled up beside me on the couch, her head on my chest and her legs over my own. She was so warm, and fit so perfectly beside me. It was like she was made specifically for me.
"Lucas?" She called my name rather sleepily.
"Yes, my Rose?"
"Can you hold me tight tonight?" She was exhausted, worn from the day. I picked her up bridal style, carrying her sleepy self to the bed.
"Good luck getting away from me tonight." I promised her. She smiled with her eyes closed and her head leaned against my chest. I tucked us both into bed. She fell asleep almost instantly, but I was still wide awake. I guess it's time to finish reading about the rest of her freshman year.
I learned Ian had become her best friend, who she apparently fell in love with. She never told him because she didn't want to ruin her only friendship. I looked up Ian on social media and I hate to admit it, but he was a pretty good-looking guy. He had hair the color of wheat with bright, crystal clear eyes. He had a handsome face and a good physique.
He seemed like a nice guy. He works with non-profit foundations and volunteers his time with the disadvantaged youths. I'm sure he'd be any girl's wet dream, so I need to be sure to keep him away. He can't have Rose back. I'm curious why he doesn't already have her if they were such close friends in high school.
I grabbed her journal reading about a Halloween party they had gone to together. People kept picking on her, so after defending her to everyone, Ian grabbed her hand and took her away. They bought a large bag of candy and spent the night eating it together from a lookout in town. She described it as being the moment she truly fell in love with him.
I'm not going to lie, seeing how this guy had a whole journal dedicated to him, made me a bit jealous. I'm pretty sure it's going to be more than one journal, too. I can't wait to read her journal dedicated to me. I want to know what she said about me. Is it as sweet as what she's written about Ian?
Halloween turned into Thanksgiving, which is apparently one of Rose's most dreaded holidays since it always makes her feel so bitterly alone. Her father would never do anything because it was just the two of them. They'd end up eating frozen dinners. This year, however, she was invited to Thanksgiving dinner with Ian. She met his whole family, and she loved them all. Ian had a warm and loving family, according to Rose.
