^^How is he so attractive 😩

"A smile is a curve that sets everything straight." ~Phyllis Diller

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The next few months pass by pretty quickly and the next thing I know, it's the end of May.

That can only mean one thing; exam season.

I hate this time of year because it stresses me out so much. And I mean the keeping you awake and constant headache kind of stress. No matter what I do, I just can't seem to keep myself calm. All those relaxing pills and sprays are really of no use, so I can't really do anything except bare with it.

The last few weeks have been filled with constant revision, mostly on my own but sometimes with Abel and the others.

My first exam on this early Monday morning is my first Biology paper and ever since that awful grade in January, I've been working extra hard to make sure that it doesn't happen again. So to say I'm nervous is an understatement.

"Relax baby, you've got this." Abel massages my shoulders like he's been doing since I've been feeling stressed. "You've studied hard for this and I've helped you out so you don't need to worry okay?"

I nod at him and swallow down the urge to cry simply from my anxiety.

I think I forgot to mention how intelligent Abel really is.

Rather than the usual four subjects that you're supposed to take, Abel takes five. Not to mention they're pretty hard subjects and he's already started next years course for some of them since he's just that smart. He does advanced maths, advanced business, advanced economics, Psychology and Chemistry.

How he does it I have no idea.

On top of that, he also helps me with my subjects since he can easily grasp a topic quickly.

His intelligence is really attractive.

I take a deep breathe and speak, "Okay, I think I'm ready."

"Of course you are. Good luck Brown Eyes." Abel kisses me briefly as I walk into the exam hall to take my seat.

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As the week draws to a close, I walk into the common room to find almost everyone with their heads burrowed in several books.

"Last exam of the day guys!" I exclaim with joy. I can't wait for this to be over. All the tests have been pretty much back to back leaving me with barely any room just to breathe.

"My last one was yesterday Kez." Israel points out.

"Lucky you." I say snidely.

"How was your sociology?" Raphael asks Ana.

"It was alright. A little hard though." She says with apprehension.

"Ana, you literally always get A's, I have no idea why you're worrying. You make al of us look stupid." States Rani while rolling her eyes.

"Actually, Abel is pretty smart too. He does advanced subjects and even helps me with mine." I say. Of course I have to show off my man.

"She's right." Rolo starts, "I've never seen him get anything less than an A*. And he doesn't even need to try too hard."

"Some people are truly blessed." Evelyn says with a sigh.

At that point, Abel walks in looking slightly tired but still smiling, "What are you guys talking about?"

"Kez was just boasting about your intelligence to us." Raphael Says.

Abel looks at me with raises eyebrows and a smirk, "Really?"

I duck my head and smile sheepishly as he sits down, "I'm proud of you and I just wanted them to know."

"That means a lot Brown Eyes." He leans closer to me to whisper in my ears, "I love you."

A smile immediately works its way onto my face at those words as I say it back to him, "I love you too. Now back to studying."

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I walk out of school feeling lighter and refreshed at the fact that all my end of year exams are completed. That basically means I don't have to work as hard for the rest of the year.

I head to where my group of friends are standing and jump onto Abel's back when I reach them.

"Oof." Abel says while barely catching me, "Give me a warning next time babe."

"Why would I do that when I know your strong muscles will catch me." I squeeze his biceps or extra impact.

"You just wanted to feel me up." He says with a smirk.

"Can't argue with you there." I laugh.

"So what I'm hearing is, Keziah is secretly kinky." Rolo rubs his chin with his hand as if he's deep in thought.

"Rolo! No I am not!"

Abel turns his head to look at me and raises one eyebrows.

"What? Why are you looking at me like that?" I ask suspiciously.

"No reason. I'm just finding it hard to believe you've forgotten all the times you've mauled me with your mouth while caressing my chest." Abel attempt to look at me innocently but the grin on his face gives him away.

I wrap my legs tighter around his waist and use my hands to slap his back repeatedly, "Abel! You're so annoying why would you tell them that!"

"So I was right." Rolo States smugly.

"I didn't think you had it in you Kez." Raphael says with a smile.

"It's always the ones you least expect." Rani points out.

I groan into Abel's back, "Lord, take me now."

No kisses for him then.

"How about we all go and celebrate instead of making fun of Keziah?" Israel suggests.

"Yes!" I yell, "Best idea yet."

We all head into our prospective cars to go to the restaurant we all decided on. Rather than going to Bittersweet like usual, we opted for Pizza Palace further in the town.

They do the best pizzas ever especially since they're made on the wood stove.

We head inside and are directed to a large round table towards the back of restaurant.

Since I can't finish a whole pizza because of how big they are, I share one with Ana while Rani and Evelyn share another. But being the pigs that the boys are, they all have one to themselves.

As soon as our food arrives, we all immediately dig in without wasting anytime.

"This is so good." Abel drawls out.

"You haven't been here before have you?" Raphael asks him.

"Nope." He says around a mouthful of pizza. "But it's definitely one of the best I've ever had."

Looking up from my plate, I watch as another group of people walk in and find that it's Carter and some others from out school. Seems like we weren't the only ones with this idea.

I nudge Rani, "Look Carter's here."

"Oh that's awkward. Hopefully he won't come up to us."

He in fact, did come up to us.

"Hey guys." He says with a wave.

We all mumble small hellos back still feeling apprehensive at his change in behaviour.

Abel pulls my chair closer to him and wraps his arm around my shoulders. Ever since I told him about Carters feelings for me, he becomes a lot more territorial whenever he's around. It's both cute and frustrating.

"How'd you find the exams?" I'm pretty sure this was aimed at everyone but Carter focuses his attention solely on me causing Abel to growl. Like literally growl. Could he get any hotter? Not that it matters anyway. If he's going to tell everyone about what we do behind closed doors then he has to be punished for it.

"It was fine thanks, what about you?" My parents raised me right so I have to be polite to him at least.

"Yeah same." He looks as if he wants to say more but thinks better of it and keeps his mouth shut, "See you around."

Abel shakes his head before speaking, "He's still after you Brown Eyes. It's so clear you're mine so I don't understand what he's doing."

"I mean, I applaud his efforts." Rani points out.

Abel shoots her a dry look, "Not helping."

She just shrugs in response.

"Anyway, Keziah what are you doing for your birthday?" Ana asks.

I purse my lips in thought, "Probably nothing. I'm not too fussed."

"At least you'll finally be 17. Took you long enough to catch up to the rest of us." Evelyn laughs out.

Everyone else turned 17 ages ago leaving me behind. I'm the youngest of the group and I get mocked for it repeatedly.

"Yeah yeah, laugh while you can."

"Oh we will." Says Rolo.

After we all finish, we head out but decide to walk around town for a bit before actually leaving.

As we're walking, Abel puts his arm around my waist and pulls me to try and kiss me.

"Woah woah, what are you doing?" I question him.

"Kissing you?" He asks in confusion.

"Uh uh buddy. Not after that stunt you pulled earlier."

"What stunt?"

"Telling everybody how 'kinky' I am!" I exclaim with frustration.

"Come on babe that was ages ago!"

"No it wasn't but since you think that no kisses for you."

I walk in front of him but don't miss the groan he lets out.

I smirk to myself and catch up with the girls.

"You really like to keep Abel on his toes don't you?" Asks Ana.

"You bet I do. It's so much fun!"

Before anyone can respond, Abel has caught up to me and bends down to slide an arm around the top of my legs. Straightening, he lifted me off the ground and throws me over his shoulder with a thump.

"Abel!" I cried, wrapping my arms around his torso tightly in fear of being dropped. "Put me down right now!"

"Not until you stop being so damn difficult."

"Not going to happen!" I yell back.

"Then I guess you're staying there."

"Ugh! Guys, help me!" I gesture towards everyone else.

They all stare and burst into laughter.

"You're on your own Kez, sorry." Says Raphael.

Rolo stands there taking videos and pictures while cackling to himself. Some best friend he is.

I huff to myself and give up on my protests but hold in tightly. On the bright side, at least I have Abel's butt right in my face. Watching it sway slightly with each movement makes a great show. I sigh and smile at the sight.

A throat clears in front of me and I find Israel looking at me with a smirk obviously caught in to what I was looking at.

"Abel! Keziahs staring at your ass!" He Yells in an amused tone.

"Snitch!" I shout back pointing at him.

"That's fine! I'm staring at hers too."

Abel palms my butt with his hand and strokes it gently, "Keziah, I love your ass so much."

"Put me down you oaf!" I say in response.

"Can I get that kiss now then?"

Deciding to just go with it, I comply with his wishes, "Yes you can since you're so desperate."

Abel puts me down and leans down for a kiss but at the last second, I turn my head and start to walk away from him, "Like I said Abel, too bad about that ki-"

Abel tugs on my arm and pulls me to him as soft lips cup mine. I felt his smile just as he laughed into my mouth, mumbling at me to shut up as his hands curled around my waist, holding me tightly to him. I slide my hands up his chest and bring them a rest on his cheeks holding his head in place as I kiss him harder.

We eventually pull away from each other, both of us breathless yet still craving some more.

Our friends whistle around us shouting things like hot damn at what just happened.

Abel laughs at this, the sound a slow sexy rumble as I tuck my head under his chin.

"You're crazy." I giggle out.

"Crazy for you Brown Eyes."

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A/N:
I love this whole playful scene with them. And how stubborn Keziah can be. Gotta keep them guessing right?
Also, doesn't Laurence Coke look exactly how an Abel would look? It's crazy.

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