Reclining in his car, Sam heaved a sigh of relief. "She is scary," he said glancing at Anna.

"Not as much as your sister."

He chuckled, "You don't know for sure unless you see her in action." He smirked, cocked his brow in a challenging manner.

"Maybe." I shrugged, dismissing the topic.

"Here are your mochas. Please enjoy," Mel said with a sweet smile. She looked a second longer at Sam before leaving. Now that I notice, she is a little distinct from others. I mean there's something about her. I don't know how to explain it but she seemed quite composed to me like she is hiding something but she is a nice person I can tell from her smile.

"Thank you, Mel." He returned her smile and there's an anomalous twinkle in his eyes as he looked at her.

"Wow, it's delicious!" He exclaimed joyfully, licking his upper lip.

"Mel is such a sweet girl, isn't she?" I asked taking a sip of my mocha.

"Mmm-hmm." 

"You like her, don't you?" I gazed at him through shielded eyelashes while he almost choked on his drink.

He looked around, on finding no one is listening, he leaned forward and whispered, "What the hell, dude? How do you know that?" he asked awestruck. 

"I just do," I replied with a shrug.

"Well"- he stretched his head, a light pink tint covering his cheeks-"don't tell anyone, okay? Keep it a secret for me." 

"Why?" I asked knitting my brows in confusion.

"Well." Looking down he heaved a sigh. I waited for him to resume but he didn't say anything.

"Are you asleep? Say something." I shook him rather playfully, playing along.

He abruptly glanced up and heaved a sigh, "The thing is," he paused looking at somewhere distant.

Crossing my arms, I leaned back in my chair. "You are scared of getting rejected, ain't you?" 

He gaped at me, " You are such a genius. How do you know?"

"You yourself said I am a genius duh."

"by the way, you can read minds. Can't you tell she likes you or not?" 

"That's the problem." He sulked down in his chair.

"I don't want to read her mind."

He is even afraid to know the answer.

"Look, from what I can tell she also likes you."

"Really?!" His eyes gleamed with joy.

"How can you tell?"

"Firstly stop asking how I know. I just know," I said as a matter of fact.

"Secondly you can't just do nothing because of the fear of rejection. Leave it to that person. It's not something you can decide."

"But-" I cut him off before he could make any other excuses.

"At least try. Rather than regretting afterward, let her know how you feel."

"It's not as easy as you think." He argued sinking back in his chair.

"Shhh," I gestured him to remain silent as I saw her approaching with our sandwiches.

"Please enjoy." She placed the trays before us.

"By the way Mel, we are going out camping. Would you like to join us?" I asked. I saw Sam's eyes glinting with hope from the corner of my eyes.

"Umm," she hesitated.

"There's only gonna be our classmates and Anna is also coming," I added for assurance.

"Is she?!" She almost yelled. I nodded in response, sparing Sam a glance who was barely able to control his joy.

"Then I'll come too."

"Okay, it's decided." I smiled at her and she returned my smile.

"You are my true buddy." He attacked me after she left and pulled me in a side hug.

I chuckled, "It's nothing. I would do anything for you." I winked at him.

"That four-eyes only knows how to play games. What would have become of me if it isn't for you?" He sniffled, wiping his fake tears. I chuckled at his antics.

"Aww." I wiped his fake tears.

"No worries. You have got me." I winked at him. He grinned, his eyes' glint matching his pearl-white teeth.

"It's my treat today."

"Alright. I want two more sandwiches, a vanilla smoothie, and chocolate to eat at Ren's place."

"Done." He winked and we both munched on our sandwich.

The moment of silence was shattered as my phone rings, I pulled it out along with my earbuds and put them on before answering.

"Hola, Joven senõr. How are you?" He waved at me excitedly, a big smile on his face as his eyes stared at me intently. I don't need to look twice at him, to tell he is missing me already and is in my room. I miss him too but it would be better if I don't say it.

"I am great as you can see," I said smiling.

"I want to talk too," Sam said grinning. I handed him one earbud and slowly moved my chair closer to him.

I moved the phone so we both would be visible.

"Hey, Alberto. Sam's here." He waved slowly at him.

"Hello, master Sam. You have grown up to be a tall handsome man."

"Ahh, it's embarrassing,- he rubbed his neck blushing-"and no need to be formal. Just call me Sam."

"And," he paused and leaned forward, a cautious look on his face like he is gonna share some secrets. Albert didn't help but lean forward in curiosity.

Taking a short breath, he spoke in a low voice, "I don't want others to mistake me for some rich kid and kidnap me." He chuckled afterward like he has cracked some joke. 

"Childish." I shook my head smiling. He is super-rich. All vampires are and it's not like he is gonna let anyone kidnap him.

"Joven senõr, be nice." He frowned at me. I sighed, ignoring him as I took a sip from my mocha.

"It's alright. He's being super nice to me."

"Don't get deceived by him. He is quite witty and manipulative." 

They are getting along. Good.

"Is that so?! Thanks for informing me." I retorted back, hiding my smile as I know how he'll react to it.

"Look." 

Sam chuckled, "No worries. I'll get used to it."

"Are you bad mouthing about our Jeune seigneur?" I looked at the screen upon hearing Victor's voice who was glaring at Albert. Leo smacked the back of Victor's head, "Enough Victor." 

"Well done, Leo," Albert smirked at Victor who stuck out his tongue at both of them like a small kid. Sam chuckled at their antics and my lips curved up.

Even though we are miles apart but it feels like I am there with them, laughing at their childish behavior.

"Greetings, giovane signore." 

"How's Val doing?"

"He is doing much better after meeting you." Leo's lips curved up in a rather proud smile. Sam's phone rang and he excused himself.

I talked with Leo a little before hanging up.

"We need to go," Sam said hastily, panic was visible on his face.

"What's wrong, Sam?" I questioned but instead of replying, he just grabbed my hand and dragged me with him.

He took the bag of what I think contains sandwiches and smoothies and rushed outside.

"Sam-" I had only said his name when he cut me off. "Just start the car. We will know after we arrive there."

I have never seen him like this before. His eyebrows had turned inside, beads of sweat were visible on his forehead as he raked his hand through his hair. I hurriedly ignited the engine and he hopped inside.

"Ren's house. Drive as fast as you can." I nodded and drove at full speed.

Sam is trying his best to stay calm. I wonder what happened to make him like that.

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