Perfect Match: Irresistible Desire For You -
Chapter 378
Mike carefully covered the thick diary with the leather cover. He kept it back with the gentleness one would show while handling a treasure. He stood there for a few seconds with a faraway look on his face.
In the past, when they were in love, Mike constantly worried about their relationship. Both of them were not confident and frank enough. But now that he had read Rosa’s diary, he got a good glimpse of her feelings. He was oblivious of the fact that she was so deeply in love with him.
When he confronted her three years old, she had declared she hadn’t loved him ever. After reading the diary, he understood she had always loved him. Deep down, she was sad and leading an unhappy life with a guilty conscience.
Mike felt sorry for Rosa. But amidst the sadness, he was also glad to have learned she loved him so much. Quietly, he stepped out of the dormitory building. As per the rules and regulations, men were prohibited from entering women’s dormitory building. He had thought he wouldn’t be allowed to leave easily, but thankfully the guard on duty was kind enough to let him. He gave Mike a once-over but didn’t bother to stop him from leaving.
Mike now walked out of the gate and went down along the slope. He looked at the big dusty playground. A crowd of soldiers were training in full swing there.
He wondered where he would replace Rosa. After walking on the spacious cement road for a while, he came face to face with a tall man.
It was Jett. Mike turned to him and said, “Jett, do you know where Rosa is?”
It was only now Jett had noticed Mike. He was a little surprised to see Mike here. Repressing the doubts that were growing in his heart, Jett put on a calm expression. “Rosa just walked into the forest over there. She seemed spiritless. I have called her name several times, but she took no notice of me. Was she….”
Jett wanted to learn if Mike had had an argument with her. Mike guessed his intention so he cut him off. “We had a good talk. Everything is fine between us. She is just trying to adapt to this change. Thank you for the piece of advice you gave me that day.”
At first, Jett was confused. But soon he understood the implication behind his words. “You’re welcome!” Jett said, forcing a smile. “I am glad it helped. I am willing to do anything to keep the goddess happy. Make sure you treat her right.”
The corners of Jett’s lips moved up a bit, forming a smile. But his eyes remained cold. On the other hand, Mike’s smile was genuine and bright. “I promise I will,” Mike said with a stern resolve.
“Well. I have something to deal with at the moment. Bye.” Jett waved his hand and walked off in the opposite direction.
Mike understood Jett wasn’t happy he got back with Rosa. Shaking his head, he muttered under his breath, “Rosa, we haven’t seen each other for three years. You are more attractive than you used to be. It’s no surprise I have so many rivals!”
Mike quickly followed the direction that Jett had shown him. He had to get past some old tracks. His eyes scanned for Rosa.
He was looking everywhere for her. Soon, he arrived at a desolate forest and the tree leaves fluttered in the breeze.
The soldiers considered this a small forest. But in truth, it was a path formed by two rows of tall trees and some short saplings. On both sides, there were a few stone benches. It was particularly quiet and secluded there.
After walking for a while, he managed to come across a small figure. The woman was wearing the military uniform and sitting on a stone bench. Mike stood a few seconds staring at that familiar face. His face turned radiant with joy.
Rosa sat there enwrapped in thought. She hadn’t even heard his approaching footsteps. Her black, soft hair was tied behind in a neat bun. Her face had a small frown.
“Rosa, what are you thinking about?”
Mike was acting as if they were dating again. His gentle and romantic side had resurfaced. And when he addressed her, his tone was very soft.
Mike’s low and mellow voice startled the woman who was lost in thought. She looked at Mike in amazement, as if he was a figment of her imagination.
Noticing the astonished look on her face, Mike’s smile deepened.
Just the mere sight of her brought a ray of sunshine in his life. He had never smiled so bright.
Rosa constantly craved to hear his voice. She had never thought she would hear it again but here she was! Rosa came back to her senses. Her face flushed with embarrassment. “Nothing. Why are you here?” she asked and did her level best to hide her nervousness.
After saying that, Rosa got up from her seat. Before she could leave, Mike held her slender wrist. “Rosa, this bench is big enough for the two of us. You don’t have to make room for me,” Mike said with a smile.
“No, we won’t have to share. Take a seat, please. I can stand…”
Before Rosa could finish her words, Mike put his arm around her waist. “I’ll sit if you sit, and I’ll stand if you stand,” Mike said with child-like stubbornness.
Mike was so close to Rosa that she could almost feel his breath. Memories from the past came back to her unbidden and unwanted.
Rosa didn’t put a fight and Mike managed to make her sit. He held her in his arms and blanketed her with his strong body.
When Rosa understood what he was trying to do, she tried to break away from his warm embrace. His arms were tightly clasped around her waist and they wouldn’t budge. Mike whispered to her gently, “I think you were tired last night. Let me reward you.”
She understood the implication behind his words and her face flushed red.
Mike had changed his attitude overnight. Rosa hadn’t thought he was capable of such tenderness. It seemed as if their disagreements had disappeared and they were in love with each other. It reminded Rosa of the deep love for Mike she had buried in her heart. She wasn’t sure how exactly she had to react to this.
Rosa was suddenly overcome by shyness and Mike was happy to see that.
“Leave me and we can talk properly. It would be improper and embarrassing if people saw us like this,” Rosa pleaded and she lowered her head with shyness.
“Why would it be improper? I think it would only be proper if we are this close.” Mike was taking advantage of their proximity. He brought his face close to her hair and took a sniff.
Rosa wasn’t sure how she could free herself from him. It seemed that Mike was as roguish as before. Rosa had no idea how she would deal with him! After all, they were no longer a couple.
Mike enjoyed the long-lost tranquility and intimacy he experienced in her company. “Rosa, I won’t allow you to leave again,” Mike whispered.
Once he said that, he tightened his grip on her. She could feel the sincerity in his words.
After a moment of silence, Rosa pulled his hands from her waist. She then hurriedly got up and maintained a distance between them.
There was a tinge of sadness on Mike’s face. Rosa spoke in a calm, assured voice. “Mike, our relationship is over. Don’t you understand? I… I’ve never loved you. Why do you keep pestering me?”
Mike knew this was a lie. In spite of that, it pained him to hear these harsh words from her. He pursed his thin lips and stared at her.
He had to admit to himself she was a spectacular actress, always. If Mike hadn’t read her diary, he would have thought she was speaking the truth.
Why was she trying to escape from him? Why had they hurt each other?
Mike suppressed his urge to confront her. Instead, he raised his eyebrows and asked, “What about last night? How do you explain it?”
“It was nothing but a mistake. People make mistakes all the time when they are unconscious.” Rosa did a good job at looking calm and collected. It was as if they were having the most mundane conversation.
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