Sky's P.O.V.

"I'm still in shock that you danced with me in the rain," Zoe says, sitting beside me in the car's passenger seat as I drop her off at her apartment. "You let me get drenched, and you even joined me! Am I dreaming?"

I chuckle at her words. "I must say, life is pretty unexpected, Trouble. You must stay ready for surprises." After giving her a quick wink, I concentrate on the road.

And it's just the beginning. The most unexpected thing is yet to happen in your life, Trouble. The floor is going to slip from beneath your feet when you find out about the wild things I want to do with you. Your best friend desires you in ways you can't even imagine.

She laughs. "I guess you're right, Sky. Life is full of surprises."

***

As we pull up to her apartment, the rain has slowed to a gentle drizzle. Zoe turns to me with a smile on her face. "Thank you for today, Sky. I really needed it."

I return her smile, taking her hand in mine. "Anytime, Trouble. You know I'm always here for you."

As her hand leaves mine, I feel a pang in my heart.

"Bye, Sky." She unlocks the door and climbs out of the car.

As she waves at me, I instruct her, "Bye, and just stay out of trouble."

She giggles. "I'll try."

I watch her as she walks to her door. As soon as she disappears inside, I drive back to my place. I can't keep pretending forever. I need to tell Zoe how I feel, but the fear of losing her is paralysing me.

After reaching the apartment, I strip off my wet clothes and take a hot shower, trying to calm my racing thoughts. The water cascades over me, but it can't wash away the images of Zoe, wet and beautiful, dancing in the rain.

I desperately want to tell her how much I yearn for her because hiding things from her is killing me. She trusts me blindly. And what am I doing? Constantly lying to her.

I need to tell Zoe about my growing desire soon.

***

Zoe's P.O.V.

"What the fuck! Somebody blackmailed Liam to stay away from you. Your life sounds like a freaking movie, Zoe!" Selena exclaims, her eyes wide with disbelief as I share with her what Liam told me yesterday.

We're seated in the college canteen during break time. I kept my mouth shut during our lectures because I knew she would freak out.

"I just don't understand why anyone would go to such lengths to keep Liam away from me." I fidget with my pendant, my heart pounding in my chest.

Thankfully, Sky was there with me yesterday when I found out about this. He made me completely forget about it. I know he put everything aside and got drenched in the rain with me just to make me feel better. I'm extremely fortunate to have a best friend like Sky. He always knows how to make me feel better, no matter how crazy things get.

She leans in closer and asks, lowering her voice, "Do you think it could be your stalker?"

I bite my lip; the thought driving me crazy. "I don't know. Maybe. I'm terrified."

She takes my hand in hers. "Hey, don't worry. We'll figure it out. But seriously speaking, your life is becoming pretty dramatic. Maybe you should consider writing a book or something," Selena jokes, trying to lighten the mood. "You could call it Zoe and the Mystery of the Creepy Stalker. I bet it would be a bestseller."

I laugh at her attempt to make me feel better. "Yeah, maybe I will. I just need to figure out who the villain is first."

***

Sky: Hey, Trouble. How are you?

I receive a text from Sky as I put things into my handbag after the last class.

Me: I'm alright. Why didn't you come to college today?

Sky: I was busy with office work. Now I'm free. Do you wanna go somewhere?

My eyes glint with joy as I read his message. I'm so scared to stay at home alone after that threatening call.

Me: Yes, please. Let's go to a club. I don't want to stay at my place.

Sky: I'll pick you up in fifteen minutes from college.

Me: Okay. See you.

***

When Sky arrives, we first go to my apartment, where I get dressed for the club. I'm shocked that, for the first time, he doesn't get annoyed when I take extra time to get ready. Instead of teasing me, he waits patiently as I get dressed in my room.

"I'm ready to go" I walk out of the room, decked out in a white dress, putting my phone in my sling bag. My hair is tied up in a bun, with my curtain fringe framing my face.

"You look stunning, Trouble." As I hear his compliment, I glance up after zipping my bag and see him looking at me with a smile.

"Thank you," I say, approaching him.

***

After reaching the club, as Sky and I dance, I lose myself completely in the music. Sky goes to get us drinks, and I dance, raising my hands in the air and shaking my body.

My eyes widen and I freeze as I feel someone grabbing my waist from behind and yanking me closer to him.

As my back presses against his front, my heartbeat quickens and my breath becomes heavy because of the proximity. The familiar scent of his cologne reaches my nose.

Oh God! I know this fragrance.

It's Sky.

His hands on my waist feel like they're burning through the fabric of my dress. The music fades into the background as I lose myself in his touch, forgetting everything.

What's happening to me? What is Sky doing? Why is he doing this? Why am I not pushing away?

He brushes his lips against my shoulder, sending shivers down my spine. His fingers trace a path from my forearm to my shoulder. He turns me around to face him, his blue eyes filled with longing fixed on me, and I'm completely lost in his proximity, panting. His touch, his breath against my skin—it all consumes me.

I don't understand what's happening to me.

He leans closer, his lips almost brushing against mine, and I feel a flutter in my chest—something I didn't feel with Liam when he leaned in to kiss me.

"You can push me away and stop this now, Trouble," he murmurs against my lips, his voice husky and filled with desire. "But if you don't push me away, and I kiss you today, then you'll be fucking mine forever. There will be no turning back from that point on." He brushes his thumb over my lips, sending a jolt of electricity through me.

Our eyes are glued to each other, and I question myself: Do I want to push him away?

No.

Shit! I want my best friend to kiss me. I want Sky to kiss me.

Fuck! Fuck!

****

What do you think, will she push him away?

How's the part?

Love Mehak