Waking up the next morning, I can feel the difference from last night to what I felt now. I somehow felt light...and happy? Is that it? I'm happy?

I opened my eyes and the radiant of the sun greets me.

I turned my head, seeing that I'm alone on on the bed. Stephan is nowhere to be seen. I noticed that  I'm occupying the whole bed, like what I always do though. I hugged my blanket to my chest as I sat up, my hair is probably a mess.

"Stephan?" I called.

But no one answered.

I jumped out of the bed, grabbing the satin floral bathrobe and wore it. I walked downstairs but he was not there too. Where could he be? But then I quickly saw his built outside, walking barefoot at the beach. He was throwing rocks at the water.

Stephan is topless and wearing his usual shorts and his hair is also a mess like mine. He probably just woke up too.

"Good morning," I softly greeted him while walking to him. My legs are a little shaky though. 

Stephan turned his face to my direction and his eyes got fixed to mine. "Ariana, 'morning." He huskily replied.

I smiled and suddenly blood rushes to my cheeks "Did you just woke up?"

"Yeah. You kinda pushed me off the bed so I don't have choice to get up . Your legs are all over the bed." He teased, taking a rock below his feet then throw it to the sea. "Are you hungry?"

I shook my head while running my hands through my hair. "Not really, you?"

"I'm still full. " he flashes me one of his handsome and cute teasing smirk that drives me insane so many times. "Because I've ate too much last night...not on the fruits though."

My cheeks got heated and I felt myself blushing at what he meant by that. "Stephan!" I slapped his chest.

"You said that too last night...although a little louder and wilder."

"Stephan! Shut up!" I punched him harder making him step back a little. "God, this is embarrassing."

Stephan let out a sigh and he ruffles my hair "Let's eat. I know I tired you out last night."  He laughed out loud, pulling me back inside the house.

My face must have look so red. "You love to embarrass me, don't you?"

"Is it obvious?"

I playfully pinched his side and darn it, they are so hard but he managed to flinch. Huh, what a chicken.

We both cooked a simple meal, which are just rice, and he fried some bananas dipped in sugar and I didn't know that was possible. And it tastes really delicious. I took some raw banana too and ate it.

"You love bananas, don't you?" Out of the blue, he asked that.

I frowned and honestly answered "Of course I do. This is rich in protein and we both need its nutrients right now because we don't have anything to eat in this island other than canned foods."

Then I just noticed that he is grinning "What's wrong?" I asked, clueless.

"So that's why you're so eager last night " he held that tone really sexy as the visions comes flashing in my mind.

I pursed my lips and my blood quickly boiled "You pervert!" I started punching him on his chest while he keeps on laughing himself to death.

God, this man is so annoying! I just want to hide myself and kill this man.

"Shut up!" I hissed at him and turn to leave because he still keeps on laughing. But he immediately grabs my arm and carries me his shoulder. "Stephan! What are you doing?!"

"I'm carrying you, obviously" he scoffed as we head upstairs and it felt a little dizzy being in his shoulders upside down until we reached our room.

Before I knew it, he was already taking off my bathrobe and in a quick second, I am standing naked in front of this man. His eyes darkens as they roam me entirely without even blinking. Now I'm blushing so bad. What worries me I didn't bother to cover myself. I'm totally comfortable when I'm with him.

"Stephan...?" My voice was so low.

"Tsk, you're body is so sexy. Can't believe that I'm not the only one who sees you like this." He muttered and pulled me to him closer. "Are you mine, doll?"

Really? He's asking me  that? After he said all those things that we can't be together? He is really telling me like he doesn't want to let me go.

Our faces are so close and our nose barely touching.

"Are you mine?" He run his nose to my neck, to my collarbone, to my shoulder and it made feel so hot.

I can't help but let out a moan. "Y-y-es..."

He kissed my collarbone and gently sucked it making me moan a little louder.

"Please, tell me you're mine"

"Yes! Yes, I'm yours, Stephan!" I blurted out and darn it! I don't really care anymore if he's gonna tease me about it.

Then Stephan stopped and then raised is head to me with a satisfied smile.

"You're mine, Ariana. Always remember that." He whispered before he carried me again, wrapping both of my arms around his neck as my legs around his waist. "I can't get enough of you. And I don't fucking know why"

"Me too." God, I don't know what am I saying right now. "Please, Stephan. " my voice almost begging him to make love to me.

I sounded so desperate and never in my life, I begged a man to make love to me.

Only Stephan can turn me into this.

And I'm not used to it! I don't know if we should stop this or let our hearts want. And I want to be with him longer.

Stephan's mouth lifts and smiles at me. "No need to beg, doll." He whispered, kissing me fully on the lips but instead of pushing me to bed, he walked towards the bathroom.

Oh, we're going to be clean.

"Ready yourself, doll for a mind-blowing sex because I will not stop even if you beg. I will make you feel so good until you can't get enough of me too." he sexily told me before pushing the bathroom door closed.

....

After...I don't know how many rounds we did but all I know is I'm a little sore. My legs and arms are sore and I didn't know I can walk or stand on my both feet. They are really hurtful.

Stephan really did what he said.

That he won't stop until I begged him.

God, this man didn't even pant. He didn't even got tired or anything.

Right now, we are both in bed. I am resting my head on his bare chest while I run my hands through through his tattoo while he had his hand on my bareback, also running his fingertips slowly drawing circles. I raised my head slowly to look at his handsome face. His eyes are closed but I know his awake.

"Are you still sore?" He asked, must have felt that I'm staring at him.

"A little." I answered with a soft chuckle.

"I guess I went too far. I'm sorry. " he opened his eyes and they met mine.

I smiled and lean my head back on his chest. "Don't worry about it. It's fine and besides...I kinda enjoyed it" the last part came out a whisper.

Stephan let out a husky chuckle, his chest vibrates in the way. "Glad that you enjoyed it, doll."

I just smiled cheekily and laughed. I feel like a teenager who had a first date with the hottest guy in school. Well, right now, I slept with the hottest man on earth. Just hard to think that this has an end. That day will come that we will forgot everything about this.

"What are you thinking?" He asked and I noticed that he  was staring at me.

"Huh?" I asked, absent mindedly.

"Your face suddenly went down. What are you thinking?"

I shook my head and buried my face in his chest and hugged him closer. "Don't mind me. Just cuddle with me. " I told him.

He quickly obliged and wrapped his arms around me too. "Hmmm, I'm so addicted on how you smell, doll." He smelled my hair and kissed it.

"Yeah yeah, shut up." I rolled my eyes and took a deep breath "God, I don't want to leave this bed, forever. "

He lets out another laugh. "No one is stopping you, Doll. I'm enjoying myself just lying down on the bed with you in my arms."

I blushed at his simple words yet it seems so romantic for me. "You really don't have a plan to leave the bed?"

He shook his head and remained his eyes closed as he tightened his hold on my waist, dangerously near my butt.  He stubbles grew slightly because it's been months since we've been stuck in this island and he doesn't have the time to shave them.

He had a really strong jawline, pouty lips, long lashes, nice nose and those mesmerizing eyes. Those are the things what makes him so good looking. And I never met a man like him. Not just because of his looks but also his personality. He had this tough yet gentle side that can really make any woman fall for him.

Christine is one lucky girl if she just valued Stephan's love. Yet, I still remind him of her and that pains him.

"You're thinking something again." His voice broke my thoughts.

I just gave him a weak smile. "Don't mind me. I'm fine as long as you're with me." I hugged him and he just chuckled once again.

But when I was about to go to sleep when suddenly...

A loud sound of some kind of turbine woke my senses and so did Stephan. We both sat up and it sounded like an helicopter.

A helicopter?

Stephan and I both exchanged looks.

He frowned and stood up from the bed, picking up his boxer on the floor and wore it. Confusion is visible in my face as I watched him look at the window. I hugged the covers tightly on my chest when he turns his eyes on me.

My heart is beating nervously. Could this be it?

Is this the end???

"Who was that?" I asked.

Irritation flashed his eyes. "I have no idea." He picked up his shorts and a shirt. "Put some clothes on. I think I have a clue who these trespassers are."

Trespassers?!

"Quick, Doll. I don't want others to see you naked. " he forced me and practically threw my red dress to me. And faster than lightning, I already put it on.

Stephan went ahead and I followed behind as we find out who they are. I slowly lift my feet and peep to the door who they are.
Two good looking man stepped out of the helicopter, they all look dashingly handsome. One of then had this brown hair,  he was wearing black shades, a black designer suit and black leather shoes. The other one had a black hair, also wearing a suit but its lighter than the other, and dark blue leather shoes. He is actually had a bigger built than the first one.

"What are you doing here?" Stephan blurt out, in a displeased tone.

The black haired one groaned "I told you he won't be happy."

The brown haired scoffed. "The fuck I care. I only did this because Zephyrus paid me. "

Stephan ran his hand through his hair and turn to me. "Why are you two morons doing here?" He crossed his arms across his chest.

"Dude, don't shower us with your evil aura. We won't be here if the reason is not important." Black hair man glared at him.

Stephan ignored him and just turn to the other one. "Lucas, I know you will answer me properly"

This Lucas just smirked then returned to a serious face. "Something happened to your Dad. His condition got worse. Your Mom needs you " 

His forehead creased. "What?"

I just stood there behind, watching them as they exchange some glances. But Stephan's eyes are now filled with worry. So Lucas is the other one's name.

"His condition got worse and it took us a week before we found out that you're in this island."

"And how did you know I'm here, Rune?" Stephan raised an eyebrow at the other man.

So Rune is his name.

"Damn, don't call me by my name in public. We have a girl here." Rune didn't look pleased when he was called by his name.

Stephan just scoffed "Ariana doesn't have a criminal record so you don't have to hide yourself to her."

Criminal record? What is he talking about?

"Sorry, doll. These are Rune and Lucas. Idiots, this is Ariana Cruz and don't you even dare touch her." His eyes darkened as he pulled my waist to him and tightened his hold. Whoa, what was that for?

The two let out a deep chuckle "No one is planning to take her away from you, dumbass." Lucas hissed, rolling his eyes. "Just get in the fucking helicopter, I still have so many things to do other than saving your ass"

Stephan tsked "I didn't told you guys to save us!"

I took Stephan's hand causing him to look at me. "Let's get our things ready." I told him. "Your father needs you right now "

His eyes softened and went solemn "But, Doll –"

"I'll just pack my things. I wanna get out of this island." I lied, my voice a little colder as I removed his arms around me and started walking towards the house.

"She's the girl you're parents want, right? Damn boy, you got yourself a one good looking woman " I heard Rune murmured until  I finally left them.

I went straight to our room and started to pack. I wanted to stay longer of course but...now I do realize it, the longer I stay here, the deeper I feel for him, the harder for me to leave. I should distance myself as soon as possible before my feels got worse.
Not so long, Stephan came in and all I could do is smile bitterly at him.

"Are you alright?" He asked, crouching down to my level because I am sitting on the floor while folding my clothes inside my luggage bag.

"Yeah." I continued packing, I don't want to look at him.

"But you're not fine."

"I'm fine, Stephan. I want to go home and I miss my parents too, my friend, my brother and I miss the smell of  our cook's pancake." I continued babbling.

I stopped from talking when he suddenly placed his hand on mine "Look at me and tell me that you will miss me too"

My eyes softened and fixed with mine. I felt his tender at his touch and when he pulled me to him even closer, he whispered "Because I will damn miss you, doll."

I closed my eyes to fight off the tears that was about to fall "I will miss you, Stephan. " my voice came out soft and gentle.

Stephan smiled upon hearing me. "Remember your promise...that you and I will still talk to each other. This is not the end, okay?"

I inhaled deeply and tried to remove my eyes from him. "Then what, Stephan?" My voice went cold "What kind of a face do you want me to put up when we see each other again? Are we going to meet in a hotel? Have lunch and act like we're friends? Is that what you want?" It happened that I can't control my temper.

I'm just stating the fact. He talks like that and we don't even know what kind of relationship do we have? Just in bed? Is that what we have?

Stephan remained calm and just stare at me while he joined our hands. "Honestly, I don't have a slightest clue. Maybe I'm just too brave enough ask you to still be with me even if I'm the one who's pushing you away. All I know is that I don't want to lose you. You're too special and important to me" he told me straightforward without any hesitation.

"Stephan..." I think all the barriers I put up just broke down when I heard his meaningful voice. He's too important for me too and I don't want to let him go.

Tears started rolling down my eyes and he just wiped them off using his thumb and leaned his forehead on mine while he started playing with my fingers. Then slowly, he captured my lips and kissed me gently like he was kissing someone so fragile.

I'm really afraid to tell him that this might he the last time we're gonna see each other.

"Hurry up, lovebirds! I still have to go back to work" Rune shouted from downstairs causing the both of us to separate. I just laughed it off as I finally zipped my luggage bag and ready to carry it downstairs when Stephan took it from my hands.

"I'll carry it. You go on ahead" he said and I quickly followed.

When I got out of the house, Lucas and Rune are already inside the helicopter. They both know how to ride that thing? That's surprising. It's Rune who was sitting on the pilot seat and he's the one who started the helicopter. Lucas came down to help Stephan carry the luggage bags while I just watch them loading the bags and when they seems to be finished....

Stephan held out his hand for me. Somehow like he was signalling me to come to him.  My feet just moved and I just took as he helped me hopped in the helicopter as we set next to each other without letting go of our hands. 

We don't know what is gonna happen once we got off of this helicopter. Gosh, I don't even know if my parents knew about this. Everything happened so quickly. Stephan and I are just on our way to get to know each other. But fate must have been really jot kind to the both of us. This is just a show in my life where my life is just about to begin.

Once this day ends, a new chapter will begin. And unfortunately, Stephan won't be a part of my life anymore. Seems like he is just the man who woke me up to experience how to enjoy my life without the help of anyone including my parents. In figuring who I was. To be just me.

The helicopter ride didn't take long as I was expecting. It landed on an airport field and I noticed a familiar face once my feet steps on the ground.

It's my driver.

So my parents must have known about this already. Some men got our things and put then in our own car as I watched Stephan and his two friends seriously talking about something.

But when his head turns to me, I left them and head over. "I guess this will be goodbye for now, huh?"

I nod my head, the wind is too strong so I have to put all of my hair on one side as I slowly look at him. "Yes, of course. I'll be going now."

"Yeah me too. I have to fly to Brazil in a few minutes. My Dad is hospitalized there but I promise that I will return." He held both of my hand and let our a deep sigh. "I'm gonna miss you so much, Ariana. "

I let out a weak smile "Same here."

Then a long silence once came between us so I decided to break it. "Goodbye now." I let go of his hands and turn away towards the car that is waiting for me. I didn't look back to him as I just keep on walking.

My driver greeted me and I just smiled back as he opened the car for me to enter. But I managed to take a peek at him through the hairs that was covering my red eyes. He was holding this strong look yet they somehow feels so week. I gave him a wave and that triggered him to smile.

Goodbye no, Stephan. Until we meet again

...

This is not the end, my lovely readers. Their love story is just about to start outside the island. Please wait for Kore and keep on reading.