Chapter 3

Sandra's POV

I blinked my eyes trying to open. My head was throbbing and it felt heavy. Where am I? I looked around with my blurry vision. The room was not too dark, but it was huge and showered under the dim light. But one thing is sure this is definitely not mine. My eyes widened and I jolted sitting up in hurry only to hiss in pain. Fuck! My body was aching badly and I felt like there's no energy left to support my body. I tried to guess my surroundings and finally found it's not just some room yet the luxurious one. Maybe this is a hotel. Yes, a hotel.

What? A hotel?

An alarm bell rang in my mind suddenly and I gulped. I slowly looked down at myself fearing all the possibilities. And that's it, I am naked. I bit my lips and shook my head. Last night I drank so much in anger that I didn't even realize I was clinging on to a stranger. And worst of all, I slept with him. What the hell have I done? I was a virgin the day before and yet I ended up losing my first to a stranger? Can things be worse than this? Shaking my head again I clutched the duvet and got down from the bed. I know the first time will hurt but why is my body aching like this and it's so painful down there. Like it just ripped apart. Who was that man from last night? I couldn't remember at all.

Stupid! Stupid! Stupid!

With difficulty I gathered my clothes shattered on the floor and managed to wear them. I threw the duvet on the bed but suddenly my eyes stuck on the red stain on the bed sheet. Great! Such a great proof of losing my virginity. Annoyance crawled in my chest. I have been preserving it for the special one who will have my heart but the alcohol made me lose my years of treasure. I feel bad, really bad but I can't change it either. Sighing, I looked around. There's no one in the room except me. I don't know who and where that man is. Maybe he already left? Of course , It was a one night stand after all. I saw my phone was lying on the couch so I grabbed it immediately and left the room with shaking legs. Damn, it's hard to walk now.

I used the elevator and soon reached the ground floor. The reception area was empty and there were only two guards standing at the entrance door. I hurriedly went out and fortunately got a cab. My eyes fell on the huge word 'Wynn' written on the building. How come I ended up in such an expensive hotel and spent a night with a stranger? Looking at the hotel I guess the person was a damn rich man. Or else I wouldn't be here. I need to shake off all these thoughts.

Grab a hold of yourself Sandra. I scolded myself.

"Okay, it's nothing but just one night. It's common right? Now I need to forget it" taking a deep breath to assure myself. But can I forget when my body is aching so painfully?

By the time I reached home it was already 9 in the morning. I opened the door and walked in. I have to take a shower and wash off all the dirt I got on my body.

"Sanny?" I jerked back and straightened myself. Mom was looking worried as she rushed to me. Shit! I forgot she is here too.

"Mom"

"Where were you last night? If you were staying with your friends you should have informed me at least. I was so worried" she frowned.

"I am sorry mom" I smiled ignoring the pain in my lower region. "I got drunk but thanks to Cat she took me with her"

"Next time you better hold yourself young lady or you will definitely see the side of me which you never saw" she warned.

I fleshed a tight smile at her, though my mother is sweet and gentle most of the time but she does have her evil side which I prefer to avoid at any cost. She is kind of dangerous if her gentle mood is off, "it won't happen again, Can you please make breakfast, I left in a hurry when I work up so I didn't have anything"

"Of course, get freshen up. I will get your food ready" mom laughed.

"Thanks mom" I kissed her cheeks and walked towards the stairs. I tried my best to walk normally until I reached my room. Our house is not big but I like it that way. Mom is a jewelry designer so she is a high paid assistant in the company so most of the time she stays outside for work. As for dad, I don't even know what he looks like. His matter never arose since I started to understand things around me nor I ever asked mom about him. We are already a happy family and it's totally fine for my side.

Life is so unfair. I stripped once I was in my room and hurried towards the bathroom. I sighed as the warm water touched my aching body. It immediately relaxed me. I don't know how big that man was but the painful aching in my core is proof of his size. I blushed suddenly at the thought. Good, I ended up having sex when I don't even remember a small thing other than feeling the pain in my body. I don't even know if it was protected or not. I don't want to carry a stranger's baby.

When I got down I saw mom was setting the table.

"How's the party last night?" Mom asked as she poured the orange juice.

"Wild" I replied, shoving my food in my mouth. I am damn hungry and I am glad mom is home which saves time from cooking.

It was wild after the party — my mind mocked me.

"It should be. After all, it's a valentine day. You youngsters should enjoy it fully" she nodded.

"Yeah, I enjoyed it," I replied again. Only if you knew how I enjoyed it when my mind was not even sober.

"Did you know it says that when you find someone on that day, the bonding will last for eternity?" Mom smiled and I choked on my food. What?

"Oh my god, baby are you okay?" She patted my back while I coughed.

"Mom, since when did you start to believe those jokes? Can you not talk about it when I am eating? It almost killed me" I couldn't help but narrow my eyes at her.

"It's not a joke. It's true. If you find someone on that day then he will be your only one. I hope this miracle will happen to you" she looked dreamy.

"Mom please, be rational. Valentine is just an ordinary day with a title attached on it" I shook my head and grabbed the juice glass and drank it all.

"Slow down. Why are you in such a hurry? Besides I am saying this because I want you to find true love and happiness. Love is really magical darling" she said again.

This time I rolled my eyes. Fuck the magical. I have experienced it already and also know how magical it could be. I don't have any trust on this anymore. But last night I ended up losing my virginity which added double spice in my life. If things went on like this I really don't think I can survive for long anyways.

"Okay, let's put your dreamy words aside. Now can I eat my food in peace mom?" I pursed my lips, "please?"

Mom sighed "you are too boring. Other girls in your place would find it romantic but look at you" she shook her head, "even if I say you won't believe me. Fine, I am not going to say anything now. When you personally experience these feelings you will know it by yourself. And at that time you will believe it without me saying a word" she looked confident when she said those words. She took the dishes then walked into the kitchen.

I stare at her back frowning. Does she find love beautiful? But I don't think so, maybe we aren't on the same page on this matter. But again.... Last night....

Shaking my head I shoved a large bite of Mac and cheese in my mouth. What am I thinking again? Find love on Valentine's day? Is that a kind of joke? After experiencing the heartbreak I am done with this love thing. It's better if I just stay away from it. Love is toxic for my health and I love myself more to give into that short fantasy. I shook my head again then finished my meal before picking the dish up and walking inside the kitchen.

To hell with Liam the bastard, to hell with love and to hell with everything.