Cindy's P.O.V

I took a breath as the lyrics of 'At my worst ' filled my room . It's been a day since Mark and I 'talked' in the car and me telling him that we both need some space and time. I miss him truly. I've become too attached to him for my own good. I think i even feel guilty and that's not good because I did what was right at the moment . Atleast I didn't flip him off after he shared our personal matters with Alex .

I am reading "Creatures of the night" by Grace Collins. Its a Wattpad book and it just arrived today morning . I took a sip of wine . Yes ! I am drinking . I am not an addict but I like the taste of wine. It makes me peaceful. And peace is the thing I need the most right now .

My phone beeped indicating someone's message. I looked down and furrowed my brows.

Unknown : Hey , Blake here .

Then I remembered he's coming for studying . I let out a breath. Just what I needed. I can't be a peace for once in my life . Everything was better when I was alone . Now people think I'm available from then . I was sitting on the floor with my back against the bed. I chugged the last sips of wine and wiped my mouth.

Me : Hi
Unknown : Watcha doing?
Me : Nothing
Unknown : Hehe okay..

I mentally scolded myself. It's no way to talk to someone. My bad mood is my problem not anyone's. I sighed.

Me : When are you coming?
Unknown : In an hour if that's ok?
Me : Sure.
Me : You remember the address, right?
Unknown : Yeah I have it written on my notebook.
Me : Ok then.

I got up from my position and placed my phone on the study table near my bed. I then went to shower . I didn't shower earlier because I was not in the mood. I took my clothes and went into bathroom. I took my time in there. I dried myself with the towel and got some clothes from the wardrobe.

Half an hour till Blake arrives. Let's see if the house is presentable enough cuz I don't know if I have thrown the food wrappers in the dustbin or all over the living room. I quickly went down and cleaned whatever mess was there.

The door bell rang and at the same time my phone buzzed. I went towards the door while looking at my phone. My eyebrows knitted in confusion. A message from Mark but I told him to give me some space... Before I could see or reply , I absent mindedly opened the door and in came a cheerful Blake . He's weirdly cheerful . I mean keeping in mind that we didn't talked to each other much in school , before he asked for my help in studies .

"Hey Cindy" he side hugged me .
"Oh. Hi Blake" I said and placed my phone on the side drawer .
"Don't mind Cindy but can I get something to drink , I'm thirsty" .
"Sure" I then led him towards the kitchen and gave him the iced rose tea .
"Aah ! It was good" he grinned .
"I know right" I smiled.

We started studying . Apparently , he had some issues with the English literature. I just give him some quick hacks to remember the details of the literature and helped him in his History assignment that was basically me doing most of the work and him just nodding and fooling around . We researched some more on the topic and it was already 2 hours.

"H-hey , Cindy ...? Blake questioned nervously when we were packing up things from the table .

"Yes ?" I looked at him . He was not looking in my eye . Surely he's a funny guy and something's bothering him . I hope he's not gonna act something real personal . I huffed "What is it ?"

"Um..um..you a-and Mark ...?" His voice crocked and he let the question hang like he's not sure to ask . I sighed . Seems like children real fear me a lot .

I rose a brow "Even though you didn't finish your question ...but let me answer that for you .." But what do I say . Sure enough Mark and I are in a relationship but its complicated at the moment . He was waiting eagerly .

"Are you a thing then ?" he asked more confidently now that I assured him to answer his question. I scoffed at the word 'thing' . I don't know why but i don't like that word . It makes the relationship sound unlively ..? I don't know really . He really isn't afraid now ..

"Yes , we are . But" I took a long breath "Its complicated at the moment" I finished .

"That explains why Alex -" he cut himself off with a remorseful expression .

"Keeps bugging around him ?" I completed for him . He nodded . "There's no reason to blame Alex though . I get it she's a b*tch . Sl*t even . But Mark's no baby . He should know what's right . I don't agree with 'I'm a man , I have my needs' statement or even if someone is committed they don't have any rights to share personal things or specifically the damn 'f*cking issues' with someone else if not with your f*cking partner" I finished , actually I have more to say but I shut my mouth realizing I let out a lot . I looked at Blake . His lips were parted into an 'o' .

"He did wha-" I cut him off "Actually cut it Blake . Forget I said anything ."

"But-" I again cut him off and he whined . He really whined like a five year old ."Its personal " I gritted to which he complied by nodding his head and zipped his mouth shut .

"Alright . By the way , I liked that you don't agree on 'I'm a man , I have my needs' statement" he grinned .

"Thanks" I smiled and stand up to leave the living room .

"No worries" came his reply . I sighed and glanced at him .

"You want something to eat ?" I asked Blake before going into the kitchen.

"Yep" before i could ask him what , he beat me to it "whatever you're having" he shouted from the living room . I shook my head at his silliness .

I could simply use some chips or oven dish but I was really hungry so I started making bibimbap , which was a Korean rice and vegetable dish .It required a lot of time but it'll be dinner time soon . I was stir frying capsicums and mushrooms , cucumber and carrots and other vegetables . I also put the rice in the rice cooker . Then I started frying the egg .

'I wish Kyle you could taste it' I felt a him in response . I unconsciously smiled .

By this time , Blake came 3-4 times into the kitchen . Maybe he was more hungry than me . Poor Blake had to wait so long . I then put the rice into two stone bowls with all the vegetables and finished it with a egg on top . I sighed on my achievement . It might look a little much because I don't give a damn for anyone else but I myself am really hungry . That's why instead of snacks I opted for a proper meal that I was craving .

"Blake the food is ready" I shouted as I put the bowls on the dining table and turned only to let out a surprised yelp . Blake was already here waiting eagerly for the food .

"You scared me" I deadpanned to which he responded with a sheepish smile . I sighed and placed his bowl in front of him . Before I could even sit Blake yelled .

"Aah my tongue ! My tongue" he kept saying repeatedly .

"Shit !" I cursed and quickly poured him some cold milk . "I forgot to tell you but you need to blow it before eating. Its stone bowl and it-" he cut me off "was really really hot" he finished .

I felt guilty . ' It was his fault not yours . Dumbass ' I frowned at my subconscious' remark.

"Hehe - uff ! I d-didn't know that-t . It was really hot" he let out strained while making hissing sounds .

I shook my head and we continued our dinner . He seemed to like it a lot and he blowed every bite more than 10 times to save him from burning his mouth again . I just cleaned the dining table when Blake packed his bag and was leaving . He thanked me for helping him and I went towards the door with him to see him off but the moment I opened the door , a wave of shock washed over me .

There at the door , in the knocking position was standing Mark . His face was blank . What is he doing here ? I looked at him confused . Then his eyes moved behind me . His eyebrows knitted together then he scowled . Realization dawned on me that he was looking at Blake . I looked at Blake and sure enough he had the same scowl on his face . This ain't looking very good .

I gulped and turn over to Mark . He looked really scary . Never have I ever seen him this angry .

"Mark-" he cut me off with a "What the fuck"

"What are you doing here Mark ?" I asked but it somewhat seem to aggravate him more as he barked giving me chills "What is he doing here ?" Mark pointed towards Blake .

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(A/n) : I'm really sorry for the late update . I've had a writing block ( not a writer block lmao ) . I've the story planned but I'm just having difficulty writing it down . Also , I want to answer some questions here .

Q1. Why is Alex the way she is ?
Ans Because it's the way I made her . Though everyone has a back story but it doesn't justify your actions , specially wrong ones . If you think I call her names , then do remember it's Cindy , who is pretty much straightforward . She doesn't like to sit still , doing nothing . She's not one of those characters who take bullying or shit from anyone even if she has her own breakdowns / issues to deal with . Also she has all reasons to insult Alex . To be honest , even you and me might do and say the same things but in our heads only 😂 But Cindy is a badass so ... 👉 👈 I made my baby this way and I'm proud of her !

Q2. Is this really a fantasy ?
Ans. Man calm down ya'll 😅 . I know I've been updating real slow but the fantasy part is yet to come . Though I have thrown a lot of hints in previous chapters if you noticed ✌ and I hope you've read the description ( it doesn't give away much imao ) .

Q3. Next update ?
Ans. For this I'm really sorry sweethearts 😢 I'm not able to update regularly but I'll try 🥺 and I'm also sorry for this small chapter .

Stay safe , be happy , love yourself 💕
- Savi

Edit : I might not be able to update soon . I'm currently working on another book for a contest . Wish me luck 😆 I'll be sure to update as soon as I can . Though , I've just updated this new chapter 2 days ago .