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Morrison Int'l. High School

Inter-High Sports fest (Foundation Day preparation)

Nikki POV

The days, months, passed by without bumping into that devil and I'm so glad. Carla soon joined our group although our schedules are different. I found out that she was with the cheerleading, as well, even though they don't usually get along well with Annabel.

The summer nearly ends, and the weather cools down a bit which is perfect for the coming event, the school was going to celebrate.

The yearly Inter-High Sports fest that was hosted by our school will be in two weeks time, which was the foundation day of the school, as well. It's a week sports fest. Where ten private high schools around Barcelona are competing in sports, beauty, and academics.

I'm glad Lilian was with us most of the time since Frederick was busy practicing with his soccer team.

The classes still resumed for those who's not in any categories. But, the teacher didn't actually teach, instead, they just gave us work to do. Usually, we just spend our time in watching the students practicing. I was so tempted to join the volleyball or the basketball for women.

"Let's go watch the soccer, guys," Lilian was pleading. Mara agreed instantly, but I disapproved. 

I'd rather go to that willow tree and read a book. For the past days, I went there, Alexander never bugs me after the last encounter.

I was excited when the sports fest comes. I can skip without being notice. 

I had googled a place where I could continue martial arts and kickboxing, and I found a place not farther from our house. I was so ecstatic. I already contacted the guy and I'm glad he's a Chinese who speaks English. His name is Cheng Lau. And he's been training students for about 8 years now.

I grinned at the thought. Now, my Mom won't be here to keep reminding me that Martial arts were not for a lady like me.

And, what is more, interesting than finding a place for car racing. It's all getting better each day. I had checked it myself the place and it's like I was back at home. I even stole my dad's Lamborghini and drove at the place without my dad's knowledge. 

I felt free again once more.

Now, all I had to do is find out how to join the race and who am I going to contact. I can't wait to beat some asses!

I grinned.

"Why are you grinning like a crazy fool?" Mara questioned, her eyebrows furrowed in confusion.

"Nothing!" I smiled.

"Can we please go watch?" Lilian pleaded non-stop. "Just once! Please?" She begs, clasping her hands together like praying and gave us her puppy dog eyes.

"Pfft..." My lips thinned in annoyance.

"Can't live just for a second without that guy in your sight, huh?" I snapped exasperatedly.

She's acting more than a desperate lover and it really pisses me off.

"Nicki!" She yelped. Her eyes hooded. I know I got her pissed royally.

She turned on her heel and stomped away.

"Let's go or she'll go crazy." Mara chuckled and pulled my hand to follow her. The last thing I wanted to see is the devil. 

I stopped Mara and pulled my hand out of her grip.

"You go." I motioned her to follow her.

"What about you?" She inquired curiously while glancing at Lilian's back occasionally.

"I'll be fine." I smiled reassuringly. "I'll just go find some place to read my book!" I grinned. 

I never told them about my 'Safe Haven' and about that short accidental rendezvous with Alex.

"I'll text you then when the practice is over!" Mara agreed and then turned her back and followed Lilian.

I turned around and made my way to my 'Safe Haven' as I called it. I just followed the pathways again and I grinned when I saw the tree.

Smiles plastered in my face as I walk closer to the place following the small trail to the secluded tree not wanting to get prick with the wild tall grass.

While I was getting closer I heard a soft moaning sound. Then, it rises as I got closer and closer. When it came into a view, I saw a beautiful black haired girl clinging onto a tall muscled guy.

I froze. My jaw dropped open and my feet was rooted to the ground. I wanted to run, out of the place, but it seems my legs doesn't cooperate.

The girl's eyes were closed and her back was leaning against the tree. The man's back was facing me so I couldn't recognize him. They are too fixed in satisfying themselves that they didn't notice they have company.

I gathered my shocked system and quickly turned my back, but I made a wrong move. My arm was caught with the acacia flower. The thorn run through my arm giving me a cut from the end of my shirt sleeve to my elbow and blood drips.

Shit!! I groaned. And hastily step back forgetting I need to escape before they see me.

I looked back to their direction and it's too late.

Alexander Morrison?

That bastard! He knew I always come here to read my book.

He casually pulled up his pants and zip it up. While the girl quickly tugs the hem of her skirts down and fix it before she snatched her purse. Then, she left me a very deathly glare as she passed by.

Alex was just standing there grinning coldly with his just fucked hair. He looks ravishing I would say.

I winced when I felt the sting in my arm. Then, Alex noticed it and in an instant, he was already holding my arm checking it.

"How did you get this?" He frowned as he lift my arm a little higher to check the cut. I am still shocked how casual he is after that incident. I would probably be dying in embarrassment if I got caught.

"I have some bandages in my backpack." He uttered as he ushered me to the tree.

"I'm fine!" I swatted his hand.

He glared at me. His already cold eyes became colder. I suddenly shuddered.

"I'm just trying to help," he glowered.

"Why are you doing this?" I asked incredulously raising my eyebrows as I hold my knapsack strap tightly. 

I'm not sure what am I referring to? Him being nice to me or being a man-whore? The question just came out of nowhere.

"Just trying to replace the kindness you've shown me," he spat sarcastically. 

He was referring I believe the time when he fall asleep and I left him there sleeping. And now he was staring in my eyes coldly. His gray eyes were piercing through my soul. I squirmed mentally.

"Sit!" He ordered in his icy tone and I sit on the grass involuntarily, under the tree. He pulled his backpack that was sitting beside the tree and he started rummaging through it. Shortly, he took a little box out of his backpack, and it looks like first aid kit.

He took out a small square packet from the box.

"This is an alcohol wipe. It will sting a bit, but we have to clean it before putting a bandage," he explained nonchalantly, still in a cold tone.

I just watch him tear the packet open with his teeth, then pulled the small wet cloth and gently rub it with my cut. I winced every time the cloth touches my wounds. He was blowing it to lessen the sting. 

How thoughtful. 

He was too occupied in what he was doing and I get a chance to assess his almost perfect look as what my friends would describe him.

With a tousled curly hair that it looks like it wasn't bothered to brush at all. A slightly bumpy nose which makes him looks more stubborn, bushy eyebrows, piercing gray eyes, and a chiseled jaw line.

"That should do," he stated coldly. Then, he closed the first aid box and stuffed it back to his backpack. He puts like three long bandages to my wounds.

"Why are you here by the way? Shouldn't you suppose to be at the practice?" I frowned as I rose from the grass.

"You're welcome!" He said sarcastically as he lay down the backpack back on the ground.

I blushed with embarrassment. "Thank you!" I murmured as I looked away. I always forgot my manner when I'm with him.

"Can't I have a fun for a bit?" He suddenly replied to my previous question as he smirked icily and he rose up from squatting.

My temper flared up rapidly. I wanted to wipe that smirked out of his face with my foot.

"You know, I always come here to read my book. Why are you ruining its beauty ..." I glowered, disgust laced in every word.

Thinking that he used this place to fuck any girl he wants, makes me gag disgustedly.

His face darkened. I step back when he steps closer. Until I felt my back hit the tree. He steps closer and now he's standing few inches apart. He rested his two hands on the tree hovering over me. I'm trapped in between his arms and the tree.

My hearts panting with our closeness. My heart races in anticipation. Our close proximity is unsettling. Sending all my resolves, away within reach.

He leaned a little closer. "Before you discover this place, It's already my Fuck-Spot, Nicki," he whispered gruffly to my ears, then he smirked.

I pushed his chest as hard as I could putting all my energy into it and he steps back, giving me an opportunity to escape from his arms. 

His closeness is stirring something strange in me and I don't trust my body.

"I bet your parents were very proud of you. Fucking every woman you bumped into!" I snickered acidly, throwing him a poisonous glare.

He clenched his hands and unclenched it. I knew I hit something. And, If I don't leave right now, God knows what's going to happen. I was about to retreat back to the building when he talked.

"Let's stop this pretense, Nicki, will you?" He snickered tartly as he stuffed his hands deep down his pockets.

I suddenly came to a halt and turned to face him glaring at him pitifully. 

This bastard is insanely arrogant!

*****

Alex POV

I know she's pretending to be immune with my charm but deep within her, she is just like those other girls who cannot be satisfied.

Her eyes turned into slits after my last words. I didn't budge. I stared at her icily.

"You already caught my interest, Nicki. So, stop playing innocently." I provoked grinning coldly as I leaned my back against the tree. I know I should be back at the field by now.

I was too mad at my teammates for being too slow and everyone wasn't listening. I was too frustrated that I walked out and bumped into Helena. Just those girls whose willing to satisfy me whenever my libido calls. She looks hot in her skimpy floral skirt paired with a baby pink ruffled top, tucked-in.

She gave me a hint for a short quickie and I thought it was a good diversion for my frustration. I quickly led her to my 'Fuck-Spot' and gladly nobody's here.

Without much ado, we started why we are here for. I poured all my frustrations and find her more responsive. She kissed me back hungrily as I kissed her punishingly.

And then, fucking Nicki came into view. And, she just knew when to showed up. Ruining the little bliss I was in.

Her outfit almost made me burst into laughter. She was wearing black sweatpants and a gray t-shirt and the same worn out sneakers. Her hair was tied up in a messy bun again with her ugly grandmother glasses. Sometimes, I questioned why she smelled so sweet.

"EVEN IF YOU'RE THE LAST MAN ON EARTH MR. ALEXANDER MORRISON, I WILL NEVER FALL FOR YOU ... EVER!!" She exclaimed furiously, snapping me out of my trance.

Then, she swiftly turned on her heel and stormed off, leaving me tongue-tied from her words. I felt a bit twinge of pain right through my heart.

Her words shot right through my pride once more. I clenched my hands in rage. She won't be getting the last laugh next time.

*****

Nikki POV

I walk-run back to the soccer field and look for Lilian and Mara. I saw them talking to Frederick and some other players. Jeremy was talking to Mara. 

As soon as I came into view, Mara saw me and she wave for me to come closer. I hesitantly walk to where they were all standing.

As I walk closer, I saw how the guys and girls run their eyes on me. Skimming from head to toe. Some smirked at me, others chortled. And Just like the other days, I shrugged it off.

"Did you finished your book?" Mara was smiling widely, her eyes were twinkling with joy and I'm curious as to why she's so ecstatic.

"Err..um. " I trailed off on what to response when Connor suddenly blurted out. Our head whipped to his direction.

"You're the new girl in our class!" Connor exclaimed as he approached us and Mara. He was smiling mischievously.

"I'm Connor Guttierez." He introduced as he stretched his hand.

"Cara Nicole Rivas!" I replied nonchalantly as I took his hand for a handshake.

"Where did you came from Cara? How come I've never seen you anywhere here in Barcelona?" He inquired curiously with a smile plastered on his face.

"Philippines," I replied shrugging my shoulders. If I were to describe him, he looks like Maxi Iglesias. A boy-next-door type.

"I've been there, many times!" He exclaimed smiling broadly.

I raised my eyebrow in curiosity. "Really?"

"Yes. I have a cousin there. My Dad's brother lives in the Philippines." He explained. Then suddenly, a name rang into my head.

"Guttierez?" I murmured.

"Yes!" He chuckled as he look at me in amusement.

"How are you related with Michael James Guttierez?" I asked with fervent curiosity.

"He's my cousin!" He proclaimed proudly. "How do you know him?" He countered, now his eyebrows furrowed, his eyes full of curiosity.

Damn! I shouldn't have mentioned it!

"He's famous in the Philippines, you know?" I snorted casually as I looked away and my eyes found Alexander's dark eyes glaring deadly at me and Connor. I felt a sudden uneasiness.

"Yeah," Connor agreed as he chuckled without noticing my sudden discomfort. I looked again, but he's already with the other soccer players.

"You know, if you take your glasses off and wear something sexy and put a makeup on you'll look like the famous model in the Philippines. I just forgot her name." He blurted out.

My heart suddenly race and I felt a sudden rush of blood throughout my whole body.

"I have to go back and practice now, Cara. It was nice meeting you." He smiled as he turned on his heel and ran back to the field.

I heaved a long relieved sigh. 

Mara was looking at me intently looking relieved as well. I shifted back my eyes to the soccer field with the thoughts of Alexander and the girl in a compromising state reeling in my head. For some reason, I felt jealous with the girl. I shake off the thoughts and focus on watching the practice.

Alexander was brooding and yelling non-stop at his teammates. Everyone looks tense.

*****

Alex POV

Fuck her. Is she talking to that womanizer Connor Guttierez? What does he have that I don't have? Why is she so indifferent to me?

I'm so fucking gonna kill that guy.

I saw him turned his back on her and ran back into the field. I grip the ball firmly and threw it on my right foot and kick it hard and the ball flew on his direction spinning fast and before he could react it landed, straight to his groin.

The whole crowd gasped and uttered 'oooh...' in unison and watched as Connor groaned in pain while he's holding his crotch. He dropped on the ground on his knees and winced occasionally. I stood there watching him. I knew the pain will subside after several minutes.

Frederick came closer. "You did that intentionally, right?" He whispered casually while watching him. I just shrugged.

Some other players are there helping him. Not long, he stood up and walked normally, but wincing once in a while. He glared at me venomously, but I just shrugged it off and stared at him icily. He kept silent after.

Then, I started yelling to everyone to pay attention.

***** 

Frederick POV

Damn whoever made him pissed. This is going to be a one hell of a practice. Now I'm going to cancel that dinner date with Lilian.

Mierda!

He is really mad. I knew he intentionally kicked that ball to Connor's direction and I can't think of any reason why? I had to talk to Connor and asked if he had done something to aggravate the devil, Morrison. I know, everyone in the team knew better than to aggravate Alexander Morrison.

Great we are doing the six soccer agility drills. Now, he's starting to make a mark what they call it weave in-weave out.

He places four mini cones, out in a straight line, approximately three yards apart, then in between each set of cones he places another mini cone only three yards to the left.

Now, each one has to sprint from one cone to the next cone, bending down to touch each one with our  hand. And we have to take quick side steps.

It's just the beginning of one hell of a training!

Joder! 

This is going to end until tonight for sure. Knowing Alexander!

*****

Nikki POV

That vicious scoundrel.

I knew he intentionally hit Connor with the ball. And, he has the guts to just stand there and watched him in pain.

Poor Connor. 

When I saw the ball landed in his private part, I winced unconsciously. I knew, that hurt like hell. I may not be a nursing or medical student, but I knew the weakest point of a man is their groin. Don't ask me why. 

I learned some self-defense. In which, I learned which parts of the body where you can do the most damage easily. Aim for their eyes, nose, ears, neck, groin, knee, and legs.

What did the poor guy do that made him mad at him.?I knew he was mad at me, but throwing a fit to Connor is not fair. I felt bad for him.

Not long, Connor stood up and walked back to the group and they started kicking the balls around the players. Then, Mr. devil suddenly left and came back with mini cones. The whole team groaned in frustrations, but they can't do anything. They just watch him with displeasure as he puts the cones making a mark in the field. 

The look in their faces is just hilarious.

After like an endless sprinting of the players, around the cones, finally, he called them to stop and then they collected all the cones. Everyone's shirt was soaking wet with their sweat.

And again, Alexander marked out a large area which seems like 25 yards by 25 yards, pairing up every teammate and have them run randomly within the area. Some of the players grimaced while Alexander was talking out loud, yelling rather.

The players have to maintain a distance from them at all times while they're changing direction and pace constantly. If one just get closer for a second Alexander yelled like a vicious devil.

It looks like a hardcore training to me.

I checked my time and it's almost five. I message Paulo to come pick us up.

"We have to go." I nudged Mara on her elbow. She was too fixed in watching the players.

"Huh?" She asked incredulously her brows furrowed in confusion.

"We have to go!" I repeated exasperatedly. What's going on with them?

She patted Lilian on her shoulder and told her what I just said. Lilian's face fell like she was just defeated.

"I don't think Frederick would finish before 8 PM by the looks of it." Lilian grimaced and heaved a long disappointed sigh.

"Do you have any plans?" I asked curiously.

She just shrugged. "We were thinking to go out and eat dinner. But that devil just ruined it." She exclaimed furiously.

"You can go some other time," I replied nonchalantly.

"Maybe, I'll just stay and wait for him," she suggested as she look back in the field. Alexander still  yelling loudly.

"Ok," I agreed and started walking out of the field to the exit of the school. Mara followed me and soon we're walking side by side.

"What do you think of Nicolas?" Mara suddenly asked, her eyes lit in excitement.

"He seems ok," I shrugged.

Then she fell silent the whole drive to our house. Which, I'm happy about. Today, a lot of things happened and I felt so exhausted. I need something to do. 

Maybe I'll call Cheng Lau and ask if I could come tonight at six. Dad is on a business conference in New York so I could steal his Lamborgini. The idea made me ecstatic.

As soon as I got home, I quickly ran up to my room and called Cheng. After few rings, he picks it up.

"Hey, Cheng it's Nicole Rivas." I began.

"Hey, Nicki! What's up?" He asked gleefully with his very thick accent.

"Can you squeeze me in, in your schedule  preferably six?" I asked hopefully as I sat on the edge of my room.

"Sure!" He agreed right away. "I have only six coming up tonight," he added cheerfully.

"Great! I'll see you shortly!" I exclaimed as I bounced onto my feet and strode to the shower room.

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