Chapter 54

JAMES

After Vana went into my bathroom to do her thing, I went to the lobby to get a spare card for her room, but they refused cause I was not Silvana and we didn't lodge together. As a result, I had to go back to the room, to get Silvana only to see her on the bathroom floor - sleeping.

I slowly went over to her, bending down to her level and a chuckle left my lips at the sight of her sleeping face. Her head was leaning on the wall and her mouth was slightly open. Her cuteness and her vulnerability captivated me, and I found myself transfixed, with a smile spread and my face.

She suddenly shifted in her position, her head almost falling off but I quickly caught her and carried her instead before taking her to the room. I placed her gently on the bed in order not to wake her up and covered her body with the duvet. Once she was well tucked in, I settled down on the space beside her, my gaze fixed on her pretty face. Reed is surely a bastard for calling her a below average when she is a fucking goddess, too beautiful that I wish to have her all to myself.

I continued staring as she slept, her low and steady breathing keeping me mesmerized. My eyes slowly moved to her lips and I bit my lip, after the kiss we shared the other time, I've been dying to kiss that lips again and I hope I will soon.

I continued staring till I started to feel sleepy, so I left on the couch. Laying on it, my eyes landed on Vana's face and I smiled before closing my eyes.


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The next time I opened my eyes, the day was already bright. I sighed softly, my gaze shifting to the bed and a smile spread across my lips when I saw Vana still sleeping. I left the couch and went to the bathroom,had my bath before ordering for breakfast, making sure to order a hangover soup for Vana too.

The hotel service staff was just leaving after bringing what I ordered when I heard movements on the bed. Turning to it, I watched as Vana sat up, her eyes widening when she saw me.

"What are you doing here?" She asked, her voice laced with confusion.

I simply shrugged. "This is my room."

"What!" Her eyes widened more. She swiftly looked down at herself, sighing in relief when she saw she was fully clothed. I chuckled. Does she think I'm a jerk or something?

"Breakfast is ready." I announced, settling in a chair.

She passed me a curious look. "Did I sleep here?"

"No, you didn't." I replied sarcastically and she rolled her eyes, getting up from the bed.

She walked up to the table, sitting opposite before clearing her throat. "Sorry for sleeping in yo – "

"No need for apologizing, I liked it." I cut her off and her eyes widened. "What!"

"Eat." I gestured at her food before focusing on mine.

When I was sure she was already eating, I looked up, biting my lip as I stared at her. The memory of her yelling at me yesterday replayed and I bit my inner cheek hard. She suddenly looked up, too fast for me to look away and our eyes met.

"You're staring." Her voice came out low and I swallowed, dropping my fork.

"Actually, about yesterday – "

"I don't want to talk about it." She cut in, but I continued anyway, "I'm sorry." I said and she looked away.

"I was being stupid. I should have thought about what you would feel, but I just hate seeing you hurt."

"Why?" Her head whipped towards me and I paused, unsure of what to say. Should I tell her how I really feel?

I was still contemplating on what to say when she spoke up. "Let's just eat." In the next second, she was focused on her food. I pursed my lips and returned to my food too.

The room was silent, only the clanking of cutleries could be heard until a knock came on the door.

I stood up, heading to the door while wondering who could be there, because I was not expecting anyone, but I was shocked when I saw Kyra.

"What the hell are you doing here?" I asked slowly, still in shock. She smiled, going in.

"I heard you are here so I decided to come too." She said, still smiling but it vanished when she saw Vana, who had stopped eating.

"What is she doing here?" Kyra spat, her eyes blazing with anger.

"That question is meant for you." I replied, moving away from the door to stand in front of her. "Leave." I added.

"So it's true that she came with you." Kyra accused, her voice rising.

I sighed. "So?"

"You guys didn't do anything, did you?"

"I don't think that's your business." I said and she frowned.

"I'm your girlfriend."

"Ex!" I corrected, my voice sharp, "We are done, Kyra. Move on."

Her face reddened as she stormed past me you confront Vana.

"What are you? A slut? What did I tell you about staying away from him." I heard her say and I frowned.

"What do you mean by that? She didn't go to you, did she?" I turned to Vana who shrugged.

Anger cursed through my veins and I turned swiftly to Kyra. "What the fuck is wrong with you? Who do you think you are to go after me and the one I love!" I growled out and

Kyra stuttered, her voice barely audible. "The... one you love?"

"Yes, I love Vana so stay the fuck away!" I declared and surprised gasps filled the room.