Ron's P.O.V.

"Betrayal". One word which summed up my whole life. I laughed sarcastically thinking about my messed up life whilst looking out of the window from the cell I was imprisoned in for the punishment of the sins I've never done! I was being cornered to accept the crime which is not mine, I'm being forced to live a life which I don't want to live. I'm just helpless.

Tears rolled down my cheeks thinking about my pathetic life. No one believes me. No one trust me. Everyone consider me wrong. Why did you leave me, Adrian? You're the only one in this big world who believes me and now when you're not here, I'm miserable. You're the one who despite all odds stood by my side always. You're my strength, my life and my reason to survive.

Laying back on the hard cold stone bed, I left a deep sigh. Life never loved me. No matter how bad I tried to pull happiness towards me, they just showed me their back. Everytime I try to rise up, life push me down and hard.

Being born as a drunken mistake of a filthy rich teenager couple, I was abandoned because they couldn't abort me. I stayed in an orphanage for five years where they used to visit me but never treated me like a kid. Later, Mr. Hamithway adopted me and gave me a home to live. He was my real and so does his wife, my real mom who gave me so much love that I could die to get that much love just for one day again. They told me the value that relations made by heart are more stronger than blood relations. As soon as I turned twenty, my mom passed away. I broke down that day. That wasn't enough for life. One year later, dad too left me. Once an orphan, I again become one.

Coping up from their loss was hard on me. I indulged myself into studies and cleared my exam and became a Navy officer. Giving up my entire life for the sake of my country became my only goal. I had no reason to live for anyone else. I don't have a family. I don't have a lover. I was a loner. Joining Navy to serve for mankind was the best decision of my life. I know my parents would have been proud of me. My heart belonged to the country and my job until one day, I met her.

My Adrian!!

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Flashback;

"Ok guys. We're having a group of college students for a trip of three days and four nights on our cruise. I want you all to be very attentive and not to make any mistake. Be alert all the time because I know how reckless and irresponsible theses college students are. Their life and your own life is now in your hands. If you find any person disobeying the rule, you're free to interrupt them and inform their teachers there and then. No breaking of rules and indiscipline will be tolerated. Am I clear?", Our captain said in his firm and authoritative voice.

"Yes sir", we all said in unison.

"Good. Over and out", he said and then walked away. We stood in our position till he was gone. As soon as he left, my only friend on this ship, Leon turned towards me. I and Leon are the only two officers who are in their early twenties.

"I've seen the group of students and I must say Ron, these girls are treat to eyes", he said and I shook my head.

"Stop talking rubbish. If you're planning to fool around then don't. You'll be kicked out of the job", I warned him and he rolled his eyes.

"I know but flirting is something you can do. Stop being a goody two shoe. I might get lucky and found the love of my life", he said with a dreamy sigh.

"You dream a lot. It's still day all bright and shiny. Dream like this when you sleep at night. Let's get to work now", I said as I encircled my arm around his shoulder and we both friends walked to meet the students.

We met the teachers first and told them the rules and regulations. After that, Leon and I along with the teachers, went to the room the students were sitting. On our way to the room, I heard a girl laughing. I noticed one of the students was face calling someone whilst standing taking the support of the pillars around the ship.

That irresponsible girl!!

"Leon you go with the teachers. Lemme bring that stupid mindless girl back to the room", I said and left the group. One thing I'm famous about is being strict for rules and regulations. As soon as I reached near the blonde hair girl who has her back towards me, I coughed to gain her attention.

She stopped talking to the girl who was on face time with her and turned towards me. As soon as her crystal blue eyes met mine, I forgot how to breathe. My eyes were so busy admiring her eyes that words left my mouth.

She's breathtaking!!

"Yes?", She asked in her sweet melodious voice. I looked at her dumbfounded.

Focus Ron!!

"Your teacher is calling you", I said trying to catch my breath. I've not even done any exercise and I'm already short of breath! Great.

"Ok. Thanks", she said and immediately looking at her mobile screen, she said, "Bye Vena. I'll talk to you later". Her smile was so mesmerizing that I couldn't take off my eyes from her face.

Hanging up, she smiled at me and walked away. I followed her immediately like a lost puppy. Why is she so beautiful?

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Sunsets and night came. I was busy searching for that girl in this big ship. I want to talk to her, to know her name. I am having a hard time resisting her. Never ever has anyone touched me with just a smile. No one's eyes have held my heart at a prison by just a glance. I was desperate for her one look.

My eyes halt their scanning process when they landed on that beautiful face with a heart-melting smile. She was sitting with her friends busy laughing and talking. The whole world seemed to blur around me. It's stupid to admit but all I could see at that moment was her. Why is she pulling me towards her? It's not like I've not seen any pretty face before her. Then why Jesus why?

I found a place for myself near my team members who were sitting at a distance from the student bodies and I picked up a glass of wine to show myself busy. My eyes never left her face, not even for a second. I wanted to be noticed by her. I want her eyes to look at me. I want her lips to smile for me. I want to get her attention so badly.

"Will you stop ogling at that girl?", A slap at my head followed by a piece of advice from Leon came back to back.

"I'm not ogling at her. I'm looking at her", I replied and he raised his eyebrows.

"Why? I thought you're gay. You've surprised me. When did you start liking girls?", He asked and I gave him a death glare. He smirked in response.

"Can you talk something sensible sometimes?", I asked giving him a bored look.

"Aren't you the one who advised me to not be involved with any girl if I love my job? What has gotten into you?", He asked.

"I'm not gonna fool around with her", I replied.

"So, you like her as a sister. Right?", He said suppressing his laugh.

"Shutup. Stop talking rubbish, jerk", I said and focused my attention back to her only to found her gone. I got up from my seat. My eyes were looking for her again desperately.

"She's going out", Leon said as she walked by our side outside the room.

"Why is she going alone?", I asked looking at him and he gave me a bored look.

"Oh, sorry. She didn't inform me this time. She never does that to me. She always tells me where is she going? We're best buddies you know", he said and saluting him with my middle finger, I ran outside following her.

"Love you too my virgin friend", Leon shouted from behind. I could hear girls laughing at his comment.

He embarrassed me. I'll kill him later!!

I followed her until and unless she stopped next to the railing again. This girl loves standing here staring at the sea a lot. Gathering all my courage, I walked to her. She didn't glance at me for once. Headphone plugged inside her ears, eyes closed and cool breeze kissing her face with her hair flowing side to side, she was enjoying her time. I found myself guilty of disturbing her me time. Leaving a sigh, I started walking away step by step. I turned around only to be stopped by her.

"Are you gonna stare at me or will you start the conversation ever?", I heard her. A stupid grin flashed across my face. With an embarrassed smile, I turned to look at her. She was looking at me giving me all her attention.

Finally!!

"Hey", I said and she laughed.

"Hey there", she said and my heart melts at her carefree smile. That very moment, my heart knew that this smile of hers needs to be protected and preserved like a possession.

"I'm sorry to stare at you like that. I'm not a creep. You're just beautiful. I can't help", I said embarrassed at being caught staring at her.

"Ok", she chuckled. I looked at her and she looked away. A smile was still there on her lips. I felt comfortable. I stood next to her.

"I like looking at the sea. It gives me so peace. There was a lot of noise inside the room. I love solitude", she said.

"Me too", I said without breaking my staring session.

"What's your name?", She asked.

"Ron Hamithway", I said.

"What's your name?", I asked immediately.

She looked at me and said, "Adrian". She smiled later.

There and then my heart engraved her name inside its wall only to be saved for the rest of my life!!

"Adrian", I repeated the name and she nodded. I can get used to of that name.

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Three days passed and I didn't do anything except spending all my time with Adrian. I steal opportunities to get alone time with her. Even if I got to talk to her for only one minute, it was more than enough for me. Being a loner after my parent's death, she magically filled the vacant space in my life with her mere smile.

It was the last night of their trip. Tomorrow in the morning, she will leave. She will forget about me and will continue to live her life peacefully. She affected me so badly but I'm sure I didn't cause much of chaos in her heart. I'm sure she's being civil to me.

Standing holding the railing of the ship, I was looking at the sea. My heart was at unease. I felt vulnerable. I didn't want this night to pass. She will go far away from me. I have no right to stop her even. I was a mess. Gulping down my wine, I tried to blink multiple times to save these stupid tears from flowing down my eyes.

"What are you doing here?", Her voice echoed in my ears. I didn't turn around to look at her. I don't trust myself. I don't want her to see me crying.

"Chilling", I replied and she stood next to me. She held the railing and looked in front. My hand was close to hers. I wanted to hold her hand. My grip on the iron rail increased.

Control Ron!!

"Today is my last day. I had a really amazing time here with everyone", she said.

"I'm glad. You'll probably forget about this soon", I said as I gulped down another shot. I gulped down bitterness along with alcohol.

"I don't want to forget this special trip. I found an amazing friend", she said looking at me with a smile. I gave her a tight smile.

I don't want to be just a friend!!

"I'll never forget you too", I said looking at her.

"I'm a charmer. People had a hard time forgetting me", she said as she flipped her hair. She laughed later.

"I second that. Had anyone made an impact on you the way you affect people?", I asked looking right into her eyes.

"I had none", she said. I nodded and looked away.

I lost her!!

"Except that there's one guy who managed to change my view", she said and I looked at her. She was also looking in front.

"May I know who is this guy?", I asked.

"He's on this ship. There are so many hot captains here. I had crush on many", she said in a care-free manner. But her words just pierced my heart.

"Great", I said. She walked two steps close to me. My body reacted differently when she stood close to me. Our hands were slightly touching each other. I didn't move an inch. I liked her touch. Does she feel this way too? I felt giddy and silly.

"Do you have a girlfriend?", She asked.

I looked at her and shook my head in NO. "I never had a girlfriend. After my parents died, I never fall in love", I said.

Until and unless you came, I thought!!

"I'm sorry about your parents", she said.

"It's ok. I'm used to of being alone", I replied. After exactly ten seconds, I felt her hand holding my arm. Slowly and steadily, her fingers entwined mine and she holds my hand. Her small palm fits perfectly into mine. I turned to look at her as my grip on her hand increased.

I don't want to leave her hand ever!!

"You're not alone anymore. You've me", she said and that moment, I gave in. I stopped holding on myself. I pulled her towards me. Shock was clear in her eyes. I held her close to me by placing my hand on her waist. Holding her face up with her chin, I looked into her eyes for permission. She didn't push me back, so I pulled her even more close. Leaning down, I kissed her as deep as I could. In the middle of the sea, under the stars, the moon being the witness of our love, I kissed the girl I decided to spend my life with.

"I love you, Adrian. Please marry me", I said as soon as I broke the kiss and she laughed.

"Marry you? Isn't this too soon?", She said.

"I want to marry you soon so that I can have more of you for the rest of my life", I said keeping my forehead over hers and she closed her eyes.

"Ok", she responded before I could seal her lips once again.

That day was the best day of my life!!

(To be continued)...

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