Chapter 1

A Chapter by natashamarie

I scowl with frustration at myself in the mirror. Damn my hair just won't cooperate.

Brushing my untidy hair was irritating, it was a tedious, nuisance. Grasping the knob of the bathroom door, I pull it open, freeing the steam from the bathroom, the cool air forcing shivers down my spine leaving me with goose bumps.

Tiptoeing out of the door and down the hallway to the warm and spacious surroundings of my bedroom.

Pulling the dresser door open and fishing out a clean pair of panties, I slip them on feeling completely refreshed from the shower I had just taken, I grab my sweats and a regular T-shirt, get them on and leave my room , heading for the living area.

Ashley was passed out on the couch, snuggled tightly into a blanket.

"Ash" I called, yanking genitally at the blanket. There was a faint groan from underneath it.

"Ash.." I called again with a firm tone in my voice, tugging the blanket off and throwing it onto the love seat behind me.

"Hey!" Ashley whined, hiding her face in her arm.

"wake up ash!" I sighed.

"what time is it?" She asked from in her arm, lifting her head up to look at me squinting.

"It's eight-thirty."I replied. "Just wake up okay? you'll be late for class if you don't." I walk into the kitchen and turn on the coffee pot, grabbing two cups for myself and Ash.

Ashley and I have been good friends since elementary school, she got the idea to move in together after high school.

I'll admit I'm little envious of Ash, she's stunning, Her long luxuriant thick blond perfection for hair falls down her curved back gracefully, big bright brown eyes and a thin body.

She was breathtaking, and not to mention have any problems landing a date, I don't think I've ever seen her get rejected.

I never dated a man, come to think of it I've never kissed one either, a little pathetic right? oh f**k, i didn't realise what time it was.

Pouring myself a hot cup of coffee I grab a sweater and my car keys and I'm out the door.

I drive an old 1998 BMW, my Dad had bought it for me for my sixteenth birthday, The car has a noticeable dent on the passenger side behind the door, and the paint has chipped off a little, not in the best shape but, I didn't mind at all though, as long as it can get me around.

I shift the gear to park, and collect my books from beside me and head to class. Walking down the hall I stare at my feet not paying attention to the world around me, suddenly. owe. Papers fly all around me, my books in my lap. I'm on my a*s in the middle of the hallway. how embarrassing.

Two shoes appear in front of me, and I look up, to see a young attractive man standing in front of me with his hand held out. I grab his hand flustered and he pulls me off the ground , a static shock goes through my body as we touch. "Are you okay?" He asks, picking up the papers that are scattered around our feet.

"um...Y-yeah.." I studder looking down like a complete idiot. it's probably really obvious that I'm avoiding eye contact.

He smiles a warming smile, and hands my papers to me. My hand reaches out to grab them, my fingers trembling.

" you should be more careful."He murmurs. "I'm Alexander..Alexander cooper." He grinned, making full eye contact, his eyes ablaze, he wore casual black jeans and a loose-fitting grey T-shirt.

he's so attractive. "I'm Emma...walker."I smile a crooked smile, hiding my embarrassment. why couldn't I have worn something presentable today. I scold myself.

"Pleased to meet you Emma." Alex politely shakes my hand.

the way he says my name...it just flows from his lips. My heart begins to beat hard in my chest. "I um...Have to go to class..n..nice meeting you!" I speed walked down the hall, needing to get away from his Dazzling face, that was oh so hypnotizing.

When I got into class, I spotted Ash at the back sitting in the corner, Her brows furrow and she gives me the "Where the hell have you been." look.

I quietly sneak into the back row and pop-a-squat next to Ash, placing my books and my now wrinkled papers onto the table. "Where the hell were you?" Ash whispered.

She glanced at me through the corner of her eye, making it look like she was paying attention to whatever the substitute was saying. "I fell down on the way here." I replied softly. A fade image of Alex Cooper crossed my mind.

"It took you twenty minutes to get back up?" She looked at me confused. She's being a sarcastic smart a*s. Ash shook her head carelessly.

"So, you know Brent? well he asked me to dinner tonight." She exclaimed, expecting me to be surprised from her having yet ANOTHER date. Big surprise. "that's great,so does this mean you won't be home tonight?" I questioned with sarcasm. she faced me. " Well I will be home Emma, just not for a few hours." Ash turned back facing the teacher. Inside I was desperately wishing for someone to ask me on a date, but that would be impossible...I don't look anything close to Ash. who would want me?

Class ended shortly after.

I hopped into my BMW, Ash was outside the collage building with Brent. Her so-call date, they were both sucking face. How lovely.

I fired up my car and I was off to our small but cozy apartment. I threw my car keys onto my bed once I got in and undressed into just my panties and a baggy shirt. There was a knock at the door. who the hell could that be? I wondered. I grabbed pajama bottoms and put them on before answering the door, I opened the door. "Emma right?"

ALEX! what is he doing here! "Y-yes.." I stuttered being my idiotic bashful self.

" I'm happy I came to the right door ha ha." He chuckled. is he trying to be funny? I was still wondering what the hell he was doing here..how did he find me?

"Yeah ha ha" I replied. I moved a little to the left from the door holding it open and politely inviting him in.

" thank you, nice pajamas." He grinned, crossing his arms and running his index finger over his lips.

He's mocking me. I couldn't help but smile back.

" would you like some tea?" I asked.

"Yes please" He muttered. "you can sit if you'd like...." I offered, handing Alex a warm cup of green tea. Alex takes a seat on the love seat, taking a sip of his tea then blowing on it to cool it off.

It was a long awkward silence then someone finally said something. "You have a nice home." Alex pointed out.

" thank you" I wanted to know why he was here, did he want to see me? I sure hope so.

Alex got up off the love seat and his sudden movement startled me, he walked over to me and took a seat close by.

" Emma I don't bite." Alex teased. I was biting my lip nervously, I've never been alone in the apartment with a guy before...at the corner of my eye I caught Alex looking at me his brown thin layered hair that sat perfectly to the form of his face, His gorgeous amber eyes pulled me, enticed me, to the point where I knew I could no longer resist. Their natural shine in the living rooms light intoxicated me, I could feel the reddening in my cheeks appear.

Alex went silent, I just wanted to hide my face I was so embarrassed. "you're cute." Alex mumbled from under his breath, his husky voice was sexy.

I blushed furiously. f**k what is he doing to me...I'm turned on..

a rush of warm sensation shot through my body, My eyes began to feel heavy and glossy.

"Emma?" Alex murmured softly. " Are you alright?" I wanted Alex to kiss me...I wanted to feed from the sweetness of his mouth..

Alex's expression was grave.

I was fixed on his full lips, My body began to move its self and without me thinking I was even closer to him, our bodies barley touching.

Alex Analyzed every bit of my expression, His smooth hand cupping my chin and bringing it up to look at his attractive, gleaming aroused eyes, my eyes flickered in the opposite direction.

When I looked into Alex's eyes once again, his expression was intense, almost threatening, but still warm and gentle.

For a moment, I thought maybe he was angry, Alex yanked me to him and covered my mouth with his in a sensual kiss. I responded immediately, surprising myself. His mouth was so warm, the caress of his lips softer than I could have imagined. He tasted tentatively with his tongue, and I opened my mouth with a low moan continuing completely on instinct. Alex stopped and tucked the strands of my hair behind my ear, His tongue brushed delicately over my earlobe. He blew a light breath over the moist spot, and I shivered. How could I find the strength to resist him when his nearness and appearance alone drove me to distraction?

I let out a faint moan, Alex placed his hand on my thigh as he begins kissing my jaw-line down my neck licking,sucking and nibbling.