Liah's pov
I nearly fainted from anger at the sight before me. I could feel the anger rising from within me. I glanced at the hand holding Dylan's before looking at the girl again. People have already gathered around and was watching the scene unfold.
"Is he really her man or is she dreaming? He's too handsome and capable for her"
"I doubt that. Look at her, she's really stunning and I think they make a very good match"
"I never knew Liah was this beautiful. Do you think they're dating? My, she's so possessive, giggle".
I could hear the indistinct murmuring from the crowd but I couldn't even care less. All I want is for her to let go of his hand. If she don't want to do that willingly, I wouldn't mind forcefully helping her.
"Your man? How is he your man?" The girl asked, seemingly confused. I glared at her resentfully. No other girl has the right to touch his hand or any other part of his body except me. How dare she touch him?
I shifted my angry gaze to Dylan, wondering why he's just standing there and not freeing himself from her grasp but the idiot was just smiling.
"Let me go. She's my date and as you can see, she's very angry right now" he finally said before forcefully removing her hand from his arm. He walked towards me and pulled me along as we left the scene.
After we walked a good distance away, I pulled my hand away from his grasp and glared at him.
"You were enjoying the attention, weren't you? Do you want her to be your date? I wouldn't mind backing out now" I said even though I didn't mean my words. Why would I back out and let other girls have a chance. I like him so much already and I won't give anyone a chance to take him from me. Yes, I like him and he's mine. I've had two boyfriends in my life but I never felt for any of them the way I feel for Dylan. I dated my first boyfriend, Skye because I noticed that almost all the girls in my class had boyfriends or at least an ex but I didn't even have a boyfriend much less an ex so I dated him just to feel among. I broke up when I noticed the relationship was so boring. He was the only one making efforts to make it work so I decided to end it. As for my second boyfriend, I really liked him then but I never reacted or spoke up when he flirted with other girls, I just swallow the pain like a bitter pill until the day I couldn't take it any longer. But it was different with Dylan. I don't want to see any other girl around him, this is just how I feel.
"Come on, it's nothing serious. Didn't you say I'm your man? Are you ready to give up your man that easily?" He asked with an amused smile.
I crossed my arms in front of my chest and scoffed
"Hmph. Who says you're my man? You're not worthy enough. I only said that to help you back then but it seemed like you didn't want my help at all" I said, still feeling angry.
He chuckled at my words revealing a fine set of white teeth that made it hard for me to look away.
"Someone's jealous. Don't worry, I'm all yours. You aren't sharing me with anybody" he said and playfully tapped my nose.
Jealous? Me?
"Stop flattering yourself. Why would I be jealous?" I asked, my face turning red.
He burst out laughing at my denial and I couldn't help but blush from embarrassment, making my anger disappear. Did my words sound that funny?
"Liah, you're here" I heard Sophie's voice and turned around. Sophie came over and hugged me and I noticed she was holding her phone. She didn't pick my calls when I called and let's assume she wasn't with her phone when I called, she can't tell me she didn't see my missed calls. Why didn't she call back? I decided not to confront her yet.
I pulled away from the hug with a smile.
"Hey baby girl. You look so beautiful. You did stay true to your words" I complimented her, making her giggle. I noticed Dylan rolling his eyes.
"Hello beautiful ladies and handsome young men" the MC started and we all turned to face him. "You are all welcome to the birthday party of our beautiful princess, Miss Celine. Now I would call upon her to give us her little speech" he said and beckoned on Celine to come up the stage.
Celine gracefully stood up and walked up the stage, collected the microphone and smiled shyly.
"Hey everyone, I am so happy that you all made it to my birthday party. Thank you all for honouring my invitation and I hope you all enjoy yourselves. It is an honour to have you all as friends, classmates and family. Thank you" she finished her speech and returned the microphone to the MC.
"Thank you so much, miss Celine. Now, everyone grab your dance partners and step onto the dancefloor. There's more than enough refreshment so you all should enjoy yourselves. With all these said, I declare the party started" he completed his speech and the music started playing almost immediately.
"It's time to fulfill your words, my queen" Dylan said and held out his hand, waiting for me to take it. I blushed at his words and shyly took his hand. Gosh, he's so charming.
He led me to the dancefloor and guided me through the dance making me fall into a moment of bliss. I felt so happy and contented at the moment, my happy smile never leaving my face.
After the dance ended, the MC claimed the stage once again.
"Hey everyone, Dylan Matthews has a song he wants to sing dedicated to someone special. I wonder who that special someone is" the MC finished his words and beckoned on Dylan to climb the stage. I was shocked, he never said anything about singing. I looked at him with shock and he gave me a reassuring smile before walking towards the stage.
A piano was brought to the stage. Dylan sat down, fixed his gaze on me before his long, elegant fingers started pressing the keys on the piano, playing a beautiful melody. Soon he started singing and his voice was perfect, melting my soul immediately. His gaze was locked onto me and I didn't back out either. I couldn't take my eyes off him.
Dylan's pov
I fixed my gaze on the girl that stole my heart from the first day I met her. I imagined she was the only watching me in the room and poured my whole heart and emotions into the only song that was on my mind at the moment- all of me by John Legend.
"What would I do without your smart mouth,
Drawin me in and you kickin me out,
You got my head spinnin, no kidding,
I can't pin you down,
What's going on in that beautiful mind,
I'm on your magical mystery ride,
And I'm so dizzy, don't know what hit me but I'll be alright,
My head's underwater but I'm breathing fine,
You're crazy and I'm out of my mind,
Cause all of me wants all of you...."
I poured my heart into the song as I stared into the eyes of the girl I love. After a few minutes, I finished the song. There was a moment of silence before the audience cheered with a round of applause. I walked down the stage towards Liah and held her hand, squeezing it a bit before facing the stage again.
"Wow, that was awesome. I never knew Dylan wasn't just handsome and rich but also had a talent for singing. I hope the special person appreciates the song just like we all did" the MC said.
"Alright, it's time for the birthday girl to cut the cake. Everyone, let's sing her a birthday song" the MC continued.
"Happy birthday to you, happy birthday to you, happy birthday our dear Celine, happy birthday to you" we all sang and Celine cut the cake with a wide smile on her face. An hour later the party was almost over. I pulled Liah along as we went to give Celine our gifts, said our goodbyes and left the party.
Sophie's pov
I glared at the backs of the two people leaving the door. How could he break my heart like this? Even a blind person could see that the song was meant for Liah. It was like he was openly confessing his love to her. I mean, what does she have that I don't. When Liah got angry over another girl touching him and declared him her man, I knew that she was his date. I was about to step forward and push the girl away from Dylan before Liah stepped in. I was so jealous that I just wanted to walk over and slap her hard across the face. How could they do this to me? Why do I have a feeling that Liah have also fallen for Dylan?No, I have to do something before their feelings grow stronger. I can't let that happen.
Liah's pov
In the car,
"I never knew you could sing" I said. I won't lie, I was shocked. He had a very good voice. I noticed his gaze was fixed on me throughout the song and I couldn't help but wonder if I was the special person.
"You never asked" he chuckled.
"Who was the special person you sang for?" I asked him.
He chuckled again before answering me with his deep voice,
"Deep in my heart" he said. Huh? Does he like someone already?
"Dylan do you like someone?" I couldn't help but ask.
"What if I do? Will you get jealous again?" He asked, looked at me with an amused expression, his brows raised.
"Forget it" I gave up and turned to look out the window.
Suddenly I felt someone hold my hand, his hands so cold that I realized he might need the warmth of my hand so I held him back, more tight. I turned to look at him.
"If I should ever fall for someone, it will be none other than you. Do you understand?" He said, staring deep into my eyes with a serious expression. My heart skipped several beats at his words, his words warming my heart and I blushed hard making me forget my earlier doubts.
"What nonsense are you saying? Who wants your love?" I said, turning to look out the window again to hide my red face.
I heard him chuckle but he didn't release my hand until we reached the usual spot where he drops me off.
"I had so much fun today Dylan, thanks to you" I said
"I'm glad to hear that" he said, squeezing my hand before letting go. I opened the door and got down. I waved at him as he drove off.
I love you, Dylan.