Addison " You're being too cocky , what makes you think you're the hottest man here right now ? " I whispered against his lips as his hands slowly came around to settle on my waist . The way he doesn't hesitate to touch me , like we're dating and he has been doing this for a while , that would take a lot of getting used to . All what he said just now was making my heart really thud really hard , which was why I just said this to try to get control of the situation a little . He snorted , arching a brow my way . " Really ? Who do you think is hotter than me here ? " He asked , his lips grazing my lips as he spoke , and heat swooped in my stomach . Objectively speaking , he was definitely the most attractive here . He wasn't just tall , he was broad shouldered and he had a really handsome face to balance it all out . He was like a full package and a ten out of ten . However , to me , the most attractive man present here is Marco . Marco was just ... too perfect . His brown eyes and matching hair ... the things I'd give to get an opportunity to run my fingers through them ... " Marco . " I muttered . Zane didn't even seem annoyed or shocked , he only said three words next . " Kiss me , bunny . " I let my eyes flutter close as I leaned in and pressed my lips against his , feeling my body tremble as a sight shiver rolled over my body . His lips were so soft , and for a moment , I was unsure of what to do till he began to move his lips , then I decided to just follow his lead . When he bit on my bottom lip , I gasped and shook against him just as his grip on my waist tightened . The kiss wasn't even deep , but I felt dizzy when he pulled away and trailed his lips down my jaw , and the curve of my throat .. " Marco's staring . " He whispered against my ear just as his tongue flicked my ear and I gasped , my grip tightening on his shoulders , while he chuckled against my throat . " You smell so good . " He murmured against my throat and my cheeks tinged red as I awkwardly . cleared my throat , feeling completely caught off guard . " Uh ... thank you ? " 1/5 Chapter 10 He was about to say something diss when Aisha arrived at our side , a curious look on her face as she stared down at us . A glare was on her face as she briefly stared at me , then she was facing Zane who was leaning back in the lounge chair just as a pleasant expression settled over his face . " Hello , our gorgeous bride - to - be . " He murmured easily , and Aisha blushed while grinning , then she leaned over and handed Zane a glass of drink . " Lwas mixing a drink and decided to bring one for you . " She said to him , a smile still across her face , and as I let my eyes wander over her , taking in the way she was still leaning forward when she should have straightened up , which placed her exposed cleavage right in Zane's line of sight . " Aw , that's so sweet of you , but you didn't have to . " Zane said but she waved him off while she chuckled . When she twirled her hair in her finger while still laughing , my thoughts stumbled to a stop within me as I slowly regarded her once again , then it hit me from nowhere . Was she seriously flirting with Zane right now ? Oh my god ... this shameless wrench ... " You didn't get one for Addison ? " Zane asked and it was the first time I was hearing him say my name , and the way it rolled off his tongue smoothly , made my name sound quite exquisite . " I forgot , my bad , " she said with another unnecessary chuckle , then she was briefly glancing over at me to scowl at me . " It's alright , my boyfriend and I can share ." I crooned , then I reached out and grabbed the drink from Zane , which I began to chug down to her utter bewilderment. " She'll finish your drink , Zanel " Aisha cried out , her anger thinly veiled , but Zane only chuckled . " It's alright , she's my lovely bunny , and what's hers is mine , and mine is hers . " Zane drawled , and I wished I could smack him for using that stupid nickname right now , but I liked how he smoothly defended me , which clearly angered Aisha , When I handed Zane the rest of the drink , he chugged it form and handed the glass to Aisha while thanking her , but she kept assuring him it was line . " I really didn't know Marco had a brother , especially one that looks like a modell I'd have hosted a dinner and invited you over a long time ago . " She revealed , then turned to face me , a condescending look in her eyes . " And , honestly , it looks like Addison is way below your league . " She bit out . 215 " I mean , that's why would settle for her . " As she spoke , I was engulfed with mortification , and I felt myself slowly get pulled into a low state of mind filled with all my insecurities . I mean , I knew I was below Zane's league , but hearing it right now was like a slap to the face . I felt Zane's hand settle on my waist , then the other settled in my back , tugging me tight into his chest and completely catching me off guard , just as he began to speak . " You might think back , but Truly , she's the one way above my league . You think someone like me deserves someone as kind hearted and sweet as her ? I don't think so . " My mind was reeling with an immense shock . Did he just defend me right now , without letting a second - pass by ?? Not only am I shocked , but I'm also utterly bewildered , cause this is something that has never happened before . I mean , I'm aware Zane didn't mean those words , but the fact that he still defended me without hesitations ... My heart fluttered in my chest , just as Aisha said something else to Zade which I didn't catch , then she was leaving and I was letting out a long sigh . Zane chuckled as he massaged my back , while I slumped against his chest . " You did good . " He murmured and I let out a low sigh , staring into the distance . " She was totally flirting with you , did you catch that? " I muttered and Zane snorted . Of course I did . My poor brother is gonna flip once he finds out . " He drawled just as his fingers began to lightly ghost over my spine. " You gonna tell him ? " I asked and he rolled his eyes . " Of course not , and he's not gonna believe me anyway , it's best to just not do anything about it for now . " He stated and I hummed . " You gonna tell me why you and Marco don't get along ? " I asked in the next moment . " What did Marco tell you this morning in our bedroom ? " " That you're dangerous . " I pointed out , staring up at him this time . 3/5 Chapter 10 The side of his lips twitched . " Typical of Marco . " " But are you ? " I asked and his eyes locked with mine , suddenly clouding up as he responded . " Yes . " I was heading back into the house on my own , because Zane went off to attend to an important call , and that's when Marco asked me to come into the kitchen for a moment because he wanted to speak . to me . My heart instantly lurched in my chest as Zane's words returned to my mind . He told me Marco would definitely ask to speak to me by the time we leave the beach .. and he has ended up being right . I remember Zane's suggestion to not agree to speak to him privately if he asks , and that I should come up with any sort of excuse . However , as I stared at Marco's beautiful eyes and Luscious lips right now , I want to say " no ", and that I had something to go take care of right now , but I ended up nodding and stepping into the kitchen along with him- because I was pathetic and couldn't say no to him . He was standing close to me , and I felt his eyes slide over me for a bit . I held my breath just as he I began to speak . " What you're doing right now is cheap as fuck , Addison ," he pointed out and I flinched , feeling like I just got slapped with whiplash . " Oh . " I whispered as my heart dropped into my stomach . " It's not only cheap , it's classless . Parading around in this flimsy bikini ? It's so not like you ! It's so cheap of you . For a long while , I thought you were pure and unsoiled ... but now you're showing at completely different side of you . " He continued , anger in his eyes and I began to feel regret within me . Fuck , I shouldn't have listened to Zanel " I- I'm not soiled or classless , Marco . I'm still pure " You let that bastard touch you , you gave your virginity to him . " He whispered , his eyes still hard and I swallowed , my heart racing hard as I quickly tried to think of a way to make things better , cause ! really hate when he looked at me like this , like he was disappointed in me . I lived for his approval , and I hate when he looks like he doesn't approve of something I'm doing . " Then today , all the guys were looking at you , undressing you with their eyes ... and it's because you wore this ... this ... " he was gesturing to my body as he spoke , a pained expression across his face and I stepped closer and grabbed his hand . 4/5 11:47 Wed , 3 Sept A 1 Chapter 10 国 " I'm sorry , Marco . I'll not wear something like this anymore . " I mumbled quietly . His eyes lost most of his anger , then he was cupping my cheek with his other hand . My heart skipped as I tried not to press my cheek into his palm . " I'm just looking out for you , Addi . As your friend , it's my job to always look out for you like this . " He finally breathed out , and at once , my entire inside deflated , and I had to use everything in me to not let the disappointment show on my face as I nodded slowly . " O - of course , Marco . " Discover our latest featured short drama reel. 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