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Part 9

Part 9

/Her POV/

It was Armund. He was calling to check about us. Edward looked extremely collected even though he was just kissing me. He answered Armund that we were stuck in the middle of the road because of the flat tire.

Then I couldn't hear him anymore because Edward walked towards the other side of the car. I tried to focus on my breathing, aware of the way my cheeks were hurting and I couldn't think about anything but the kiss. How could I let him kiss me like that? And I enjoyed it.

Oh god. I pressed my palms against my face. It was going to be so awkward considering we have to spend the night together if there is no help.

My lips still tingled from his touch, and I lightly traced them, rolling my eyes as I remember the way he aggressively gripped my waist and kissed me. Now that I know how he kissed I couldn't forget.

He loudly cleared his throat, making me aware of his presence. Edward was nervously licking at his lips and I felt weak in my legs. He had his phone pocketed in the pants as he stared at me, his lips pressed together.

"Umm... What did uncle say?"

Edward looked over at the car, "He said we will try to send help in the morning. But for now, we have to stay in some motel nearby"

I sighed. Even though I was expecting something like that but it was still surprising. My eyes followed his movement as he awkwardly shuffled on his feet. I was feeling the same. Just hours ago we had so much to talk about and couldn't stop annoying each other.

"So?" We both said in unison and I blushed looking away as he stared at me.

I tried not to scream.

"Did you find any motel nearby?" I asked, looking ahead but all I could see was the dark road.

He nodded his head, "I asked Armund. There is one but we have to walk back, it's the one we just passed"

"That tacky white one?" I shuddered at the thought of going inside that building. It was located just a few minutes away from the three miles board we passed. Even though it was the brightest one around that street it was no secret that it was tacky inside. Just the thought of stepping inside made me want to curl in the car instead.

Edward hummed, "We don't have much of a choice here"

I piped at that, "We could stay in the car"

He gave me a look, it was enough to conclude that he hated the idea of staying inside the car. It was not something I was pleased about too. But it sounded better than staying in some tacky motel.

"Let's go" He sighed after locking the rover and handing me the duffle bag I bought along. I did not regret the decision of bringing the bag as it had spare clothes inside.

A shiver racked through my body as the sounds from the forest got louder. He moved closer towards me and gripped my hand in his. My lips immediately lifted up in a smile at the gesture and we walked in silence.

After a few more minutes, we were standing in front of the tacky building. Edward was the first one to walk inside and I quietly trailed behind him. He was talking with the manager so I sat in the waiting area.

I looked around only to notice cheap worn-out items. The chair in front of me was cracked at the edge and the springs were loose. Not to mention the magazines sprawled on the tiny table. They have dated two years ago. Exactly that's how long this place might have not been cleaned.

"Let's go," Edward said, his jaw clenched. What happened to him all of a sudden?

I noticed that he was having only one key in his hand. The manager was smirking in my direction as if he knew something I did not. It was creepy the way he was narrowing his eyes at my legs. I glared at him harshly which made his eyes shift away from me. Good.

"Which room am I staying in?" I asked as I strapped the duffle bag and followed him towards the stairs.

"We are staying in the same room" He muttered, still not looking in my direction. What? Has he lost his mind? Or was thinking that kiss meant that we were going to do something? Oh my god. What if that's what he was thinking?

"Edward-"

"That manager is a creepy bastard. I cannot trust him enough to let you stay in your own room. And besides, it's just for one night" He interrupted before I could say anything.

My cheeks flamed in embarrassment. And here I was thinking that he wanted to do something with me. When will I ever learn?

"Oh" That's all I said in return.


Unfortunately, the room had two single beds. For some reason, I was disappointed. Of course, I was thinking that he might have one large King bedroom.

"Armund said he will send someone by morning 7:00. So I will set an alarm" Edward said while settling down on his side of the bed.

Laughter bubbled out of my chest at the mention of the alarm. I stifled my laugh and hummed, "That's a good idea"

His lips twitched. Then he looked away, adjusting the bedsheets of his bed. I tried not to stare at him for too long. Should I ask him about the kiss? Or let it go? But I wanted to know the reason why he kissed me.

"Edward" I quietly called him, breaking the silence of the room. At my voice, he turned around and pushed himself on the bed.

"Hmm?"

"Why did you kiss me?" I blurted out, immediately clenching my jaw at the harsh tone. His eyes widened slightly and lips parted as he was not expecting me to address the issue.

Edward was quiet for a while, intently staring at me which made me shift on the bed. I was nervous about his answer, sure but I couldn't imagine if he told the truth.

"Because you are going to talk yourself into a panic attack"

Oh. I exhaled. So much for thinking that he might have feelings for me. Why am I so stupid in believing that someone like him could be attracted to me? He might already have a girlfriend back home who was waiting for him. Someone who was gorgeous and could attract anyone attention.

I did not say anything after that, scared that I was going to make the situation even more awkward. Edward did not try to add anything else even though he looked like he wanted to. He simply looked over and gave me one more glance before turning to his side of the bed.

Taking a deep breath I got up from the bed and walked in the washroom. I turned on the tap and splashed cold water on my face. Relief washed over me and I wiped the tears from the corner of my eyes. Why was I crying over someone who did not give a shit about me? It was not even worth it.

With that thought in my mind, I walked out of the room and slumped down on the bed. Sleep came easy to me as soon as I closed my eyes.


The loud ringing of the alarm woke me up. Suddenly disoriented I looked around, adjusting my eyes to the bright light peeking from the window. I noticed the unfamiliar setting of the room and it sunk me. Everything, the day at the fair and we were stranded in the middle of the night and finally how he kissed me. But then later said it was nothing.

Grimacing as I recalled his words, I looked over and noticed that his bed was empty. A frown immediately settled on my features. Where did he go?

Just before I could panic again I heard the flush sound from the washroom and let out a sigh. One of these days my separation anxiety could kill me. Lifting the sheets of my body I stood on my feet, immediately flinching at the cold surface.

The door of the washroom was pulled open and Edward stepped outside. He gawked at me in surprise and then awkwardly smiled.

"Good morning"

I rasped, feeling my throat dry all of a sudden "Morning"

"Did the alarm wake you up?" He asked stepping towards his bed. He picked his mobile from the nightstand separating both of the beds.

My lips curved in a smile at his question and I nodded my head.

"Should we go?"

"Give me a minute. Umm... Why don't you just go downstairs and wait in the waiting area?"

He looked conflicted at that, but when I gave him a look that I was not going to budge he nodded his head and walked out of the room.

I finally felt like I could breathe again.


I got ready after doing my business and washing my face. Everything was packed already in my duffle bag so it took me only a few minutes to lock the door and walked outside. Edward was sitting on the chair, the same one from the last night.

As soon as he spotted me his eyes brightened and he stood up.

"Armund sent a driver. Let's go" He said walking beside me.

"Did you settle the bill?" I inquired looking over and I noticed that it was a different manager.

Edward made a face, "Of course"

"How much should I pay you then?" I asked as we stepped out of the motel. It felt as if the air outside was different or maybe I was just being dramatic.

He frowned, lifting his eyebrow, "Why would you pay me?"

"Because I slept in the same room as you. That's why" I said in a duh tone already shoving my hand in my jean pocket.

He shook his head, his jaw clenched tightly, "No. I'm not going to take money from you"

I scoffed, "Too bad I am going to pay you either way"

"Cara" He groaned as I finally pulled $100 bill from my pocket and handed it to him.

"Is it too less?" I blinked my eyes, knowing very well that I was putting his buttons. I didn't care since last night he made it very clear that there was nothing between us.

"You know that's not it"

"No? Enlighten me then"

He sighed, "You're mad at me?"

I gritted my teeth, "No. Why would you think that?"

"Is it because of a kiss?"

I averted my eyes away. I did not want to talk about it. It was painful for me to relive that moment.

"No" I lied

"I can tell when you are lying"

I was annoyed and irritated by his tone so I snarled at him, "So? Do you want a gold medal for that?"

He sighed, "The only reason I said that was because I didn't want to take you in some shady motel"


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