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SIX

"Hey?" Karsen asks again which made me blink once and look at him.

"I am sorry, I went blank for a moment. Something is happening to me lately," I answered. "What are your orders? You can directly head to the cashier. Sorry for the trouble," I added and smiled at him a bit. I could see Karsen's eyes worried about me.

"Are you okay, Charlotte?" Noah asks, prompting me to look at him. I give him a genuine smile, assuring him that I am fine. They all look at me seriously, and the other people in the cafe do as well. I need to leave right in front of them. I despise it when people focus their attention on me. It was slightly uncomfortable for me.

"I need to excuse myself, there are a lot of people I need to assist," I said and smiled at them then left. I quickly go to the staff's room and breathe in and out. I hold the pendant and look at it. It really works! I didn't feel anything even though he touched me! That means I can be with him whenever I want. That made me smile. Wayang said that he could be somewhat connected to my curse. I am sure he will be the one to help me break the curse!

Somehow, I suddenly remember what Noah said yesterday. I punched Karsen in the face! Oh, what should I do? What should I do to make it up?

I quickly hid my face with my hands out of shame. I forgot about it when Karsen was in front of me. What if he's here because of something I did to him yesterday? Is he gonna punish me!? What shall I do? It felt like I was going to cry!

Minutes later, Missis Matilda called for me and asked me to come over to them. I believe Karsen requested that Missis Matilda bring me over to them! So, is he gonna talk about what happened yesterday? I just let out a deep sigh.

"Yes, Missis Matilda?" I asked without looking at them.

"You know these guys, right? They want to talk to you," she spoke and pointed her eyes at them, causing me to look at them. It felt like she was teasing me! After that, she smirked at me and left me with them. I let out another deep sigh.

"I am beyond thankful for what you guys have done to me, I don't know what I can do to give back what you all did for me. But, what do you want to discuss with me?" I asked them directly.

"We do not but Karsen has something he wants to talk about to you, alone," Railey says, pointing at Karsen with a serious expression. Is this it? I do not want to be reprimanded in public!

"I still have work to do, please reschedule it. I cannot give you time now," I told him.

"Then, can you give me your phone number?" Karsen demanded. I am not sure how to respond. Should I hand it to him? But I am curious about what we should talk about. Is it due to the harm I caused him? The time I punched him in the face?

"If you talk about the punch I gave you, I am very sorry!" I said and bowed to him which surprised him. However, I didn't expect his reaction. He just chuckled at me which made me lift my head and look at him.

"I already forgot about that, miss. There is much more I need to talk about to you," he replied. Oh? Did he forget about it? I just started at him and decided to give it.

I gave him my number, and after a few minutes, they decided to leave because they still had classes to attend. He texted me right away after they left; it was just a 'Hi', but hearing that gave me a ticklish sensation. Is it because I haven't spoken to a man in a long time? Well, except for Leandro and Karius, the last person I loved.

It is been days since me and Karsen have talked personally. He texted me when we could meet again and I told him that we could meet later in the afternoon. Since it is my day off today, we can spend time discussing what he wants to discuss. I wonder what is it?

He agreed with me since he does not have any classes today. When the afternoon comes, I quickly get dressed. I wear jeans and a white oversized crop top. We both agreed to meet at the mall we met a few days ago. When I finally arrived, I saw him leaning his body on his black motorcycle. He was using his phone and was texting somebody. He looks extravagantly handsome with his black slacks and white plain polo.

While I was staring at him, I could see Karius in him but with a book in his hands sitting under the tree. This is what we used to do years ago. Has it been a long time? Even though it was years ago, I couldn't forget his face in my mind, especially since I kept dreaming about him.

I slowly take steps closer to her and when he finally feels my presence he looks at me with a smile on his face. "Hey," he said, which made me smile sparingly.

"Hi," I answered calmly.

"Did you eat already? If not, I can take you to a restaurant, don't worry, my treat," he asked, still leaning his body on his motorcycle.

"Yes, I already eat. You don't have to trouble yourself to treat me. I am fine," I assure him. He agreed with me and nodded his head.

"I want to suggest a place but if you want here." I stopped Karsen's statement when I interrupted him.

"Let us go to where you want to take me, it is fine with me." He smiled after what I said and took something from his large bike. It was a small helmet that fit comfortably on my head. He then placed it on my head, which surprised me. I can feel my cheeks flushing from what he did.

"Hop on," he said and got on his big bike. I quickly rode on his back and was unsure whether I should put my hands on his waist because I was worried he would be uncomfortable if I did. I was about to place my hands behind my back when he grabbed them and placed them on his waist, causing me to blush. "You do not want to fall, do you?" he continued. I don't have the energy to respond because I do not know how I'm feeling right now. My cheeks became so red!

He started the engine on his big bike, which made me tighten my grip on his waist and lean against his back. I am still not very comfortable riding a motorcycle because it makes me nervous about falling. I just closed my eyes and hugged him from behind. While hugging him, I feel safe in his presence and body.

When we finally arrived at the location he suggested, I looked around and saw a vast green space with flowers all around. There were also trees nearby, which made me feel at peace. Birds were chirping, and pets were running around playing catch and fetch with their owners. The gentle wind touching my skin made me feel extremely comfortable. I close my eyes and absorb the atmosphere of the place. It was as if I was back in my old place. The town where I was born. To the place for which I longed most.

"You know, when I found this place, It felt like there is something in me I longed the most. There is something in me that is missing that I should find but I do not know who and where should I find that person. I keep on bringing myself here to fill the emptiness of my heart," he said as he gazed at the location with a twinkle in his eye.

I giggled after what he said, which caused him to look at me. "I am sorry, it sounded so cute after hearing that. We are the same, you know, every time I'm in a place like this, it feels like I am being brought back to where I truly belong," I stopped talking. To the time when I was born. Just a place like this without anyone around. Only plants, flowers, and trees that are dancing because of the waves of the wind. "I hope people won't ruin this fantasy like place," I went on to say.

I saw him smile at me and speak. "Do you think I will be able to find the person I was talking about, Charlotte?" My eyes widened when I heard that. What exactly was he talking about?

I can feel my heart racing as he keeps his gaze fixed on my eyes. Everything around me slowed down, and my gaze was fixed on his. Karsen's eyes drew me in as if they had been beckoning me for years. I feel very peaceful when I look into his eyes.

Just who are you, Karsen? I am getting curious about you. I badly want to know you more, can I?

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