Chapter 7 Nothing Is Impossible

• Daisy was looking at me like she had tons of questions to ask me and if I were her I’ll probably be asking them already because who lets a random stranger pull them in for a hug and let them stroke their hair?
• “Did you know that guy back there? You both seemed really cozy.” She asked watching me to properly analyze my answer.
• I didn’t know what to reply her with, how do I tell her that I don’t know him yet I felt comfortable with him having his hands around me. How did I even get to this point? I used to be so guarded and really particular about my personal space but lately I’ve been feeling quite the opposite.
• “I’m tired, let’s just go home.” I dismissed her statement and question because I had no idea how to reply and I was really tired plus I could still feel the faint pain on my head.
• She changed topic as we proceeded to talk about our days and other school activities lined up this semester. On getting home I immediately ordered pizza then jumped into the shower and by the time I was out my pizza had arrived. I grabbed a bottle of Pepsi from my mini fridge and sat down on my chair placing my food on the table of my study area. I got out my phone and entered YouTube searching through my favourite YouTubers posts as I finally decided to settle on a vlog to watch as I ate. I continued to watch other videos even though I was done with eating until I started feeling sleepy and just as I was about to sleep I remembered the handsome stranger, his eyes, his smell, his hands on my waist, him stroking my hair and every single moment we shared and a small smile appeared on my face as I closed my eyes.
• The next morning I woke up craving chocolate cake and coffee and I knew just where to get it. I had no intention of attending lectures today because I had only one class and I didn’t think it was worth me going to so instead I’ll be cleaning my room, studying, scrolling through social media and watching movies. I got out of bed and started cleaning and after three long hours I was done with cleaning the bathroom, kitchen and my room. I couldn’t wait for my roommate to resume, she was fond of adding a few more days or weeks to her resumption time and besides she was spending it with the love of her life, there was no great thing about school that was worth rushing to. Once I was done with cleaning I jumped in the shower and did my whole shower routine. I was ready to go grab lunch by 12pm and my stomach was already protesting if the loud growling was anything to go by. I quickly grabbed my wallet and phone and headed out, my stomach was not having it as it kept growling, I guess chocolate cake and coffee wouldn’t do but I was going to get it anyway then go to another cafe for brunch and get an English breakfast. My stomach was definitely pleased with the thought as I opened the door to the cafe and placed my order.
• I went over to a table by the window and proceeded to scroll through TikTok as I waited for my order and when it was placed on my table I smiled as I was about to finally eat and the chocolate cake reminded me of the stranger I met yesterday, maybe that was why I wanted to get it but anyway I was eating now. I love the taste of cakes but this shop in particular had one of the best chocolate cakes I’ve ever tasted. I sat satisfied as I waited for my food to digest properly before making the next stop for brunch but I was having second thoughts about that as the thought of pasta filled my mind. I could make pasta and buy a cheap wine to go with it. I decided to go with pasta but that means I’ll be going grocery shopping because I had no foodstuff whatsoever. I was about to message Logan and Jason if they could drive me to get groceries because I had a lot of things to get and it wouldn’t be convenient for me to carry them all but something rather someone caught my eye. It was handsome Mr stranger and he was already looking at me. He was seated on the table across from me in an all black outfit with a small smile playing on his lips and I wondered how long he has been there staring at me with me having no idea of his presence. How could I not have noticed him?
• I took my eyes away from him not wanting to stare and I had no clue what to do, was I supposed to acknowledge his presence with a smile, wave or something? I messaged Jason and Logan hoping one of them was at least free.
• “Do you mind if I sit here?” I didn’t think I would be hearing his voice again barely twenty four hours after meeting him.
• “You can sit.” I answered as he took the seat in front of me, as he sat down the scent of him filled my nostrils. He smelt so good and I was just about to blurt it out.
• “Renae right? I’m Liam.” He introduced stretching forth his hands which I shook. His hand was big and mine nearly got lost in them. I liked the feeling of his hands, it was big and smooth not rugged and even if it was just a handshake touching his hands had an effect on mine. I’m sure a handshake shouldn’t take this long. I could feel him watching me and I wanted to look in his eyes but instead I kept my face down as I retracted my hands from his. He low key makes me nervous.
• “Nice to meet you.” I said smiling shyly.
• “It’s so good to see you again, I was hoping I would run into you and here you are.” He said the last part with a smile like a kid that had wished upon a wishing star and got his wish the next day.
• I had hoped to run into him but not today and besides I was about to leave having a conversation with him now wouldn’t last long and I wanted to have a long conversation with him about anything he wanted to talk about.
• “I guess you got your wish then.” I said with a smile, I got my wish too, I got to see him again, see him smile, I’ll like to hear him laugh too and have his arms around me again.
• “Just a part of it, you’re done here right?” He asked like he was about to invite me somewhere.
• “Yeah, I’ll soon take my leave.” I replied and checked my phone as it beeped with a notification. It was a message from both Jason and Logan and they were both busy. Great, I guess I’ll just get just a few things on my own then, I should be on my way now because my stomach wasn’t satisfied and I still had to make that pasta.
• “I should get going now, I’ve got a couple of errands to run.” I stood up to leave and he did too.
• “Mind if I tag along?” He sounded hopeful and I could use the extra hand and company.
• “Sure, I could use your strength in carrying the grocery bags.” I said and he chuckled faking hurt. “I can’t believe you’re just using me for my strength.”
• I chuckled as we made our way outside the cafe, I was walking in the direction of the store but he stopped me. “Hey, I brought my car.” Great, no need for me to walk all the way there. I followed him as he led the way to his car and it was nice, it was a white Ford Explorer 2015 model with just a few scratches asides that it looked fairly new. Now I was curious about him, how old he was, what he did and basic get to know him questions. “Nice ride.” I complimented, his car was really nice I was slightly jealous.
• “Thanks, Shay’s my baby.” He gave the car a friendly pat and I chuckled, it was cute seeing him like this with a car. He proceeded to open the door for me and I realized I was about to get in a car with a total stranger that I didn’t even know his last name or have his number. He must have sensed my hesitation because he chuckled, “don’t worry I don’t bite, well not unless you want me to.” I laughed at what he was suggesting especially with the wink he added for extra effect it made me feel comfortable.
• “I definitely don’t want you biting me.” I laughed and rolled my eyes even though I was imagining him kissing my neck and leaving a love bite.
• “I bet you just imagined me doing that but don’t worry in due time we’ll see as things play out.” His words held a promise and I wondered how long was going to be in due time.
• “Just get in the car and drive Liam, there’s no need imagining the impossible.” I didn’t think it was impossible though, it was very much possible and the thought of anything happening between us excited me more than it scared me.
• He got into the car and I buckled my seat belt and just before he started the car he turned to look at me and I watched him curious as to what he had to say.
• “Nothing is impossible Renae.” I looked away from him and let out a small
• smile that I didn’t want him to see. I always thought that it will be impossible for me to be this attracted to someone especially not in a way that was purely sexual so I guess he’s right. Nothing is impossible.