Chapter 29

|| Savannah's POV ||

Call me stupid but I needed it badly!

I ran the second when I spotted that girl with Ares. She was all over his body and Ares seemed to like her presence. Although it was a common thing for some playboys like Ares together, they were looking more than hanging around. Ares being funded by someone else could be only possible when she meant something to him badly. I was so stupid for showing up here for my fake boyfriend.

Ethan tried to stop me but I was determined to leave everything behind. My stomach churned in pain to think of them doing something together, over the hospital bed. Huh! That's what was! Hanging and fucking around!

Reaching the lobby, the first thing that came into my mind was finding a trash bin. As soon as I found it in a corner, I threw the freshly cooked hot soup before heading for the exit.

What did you think of yourself, Savannah? His girlfriend! How foolish of you!

Coming back to my car, I finally exhaled heavily. Anger and jealousy were still coursing through my veins when I thought of them together. Despite everything, Ares needed someone here to look after him here. Reaching out for my cellphone, I texted Aria a few times to notify her about Ares and his condition. Done with texting, I leaned back against the seat to think of everything deep through. Maybe, it was me who fell deeper into this game out of vengeance.

I can't care for him! He is a playboy and definitely, and he is going to break my heart like others! I need to move on from Finn. Even to get over Ares and his sick game, I need a new distraction.

Maybe some hangout!

Pushing the heartache aside, I started the engine again to start the car and drove in opposite direction, ignoring the sound of rain slapping against my glass door.

|| Ares's POV ||

" Who the fuck are you, sitting on my brother's bed?", Aria barked at Brittany whose smile faded away immediately. She wanted to be friendly with Aria but my dear sister was too pissed off today.

Brittany ran to the hospital as soon as she got the news from her common friend. I appreciated her effort but she wasn't someone that I wanted for a lifetime. She was good as a one-night stand but her eyes told me that she expected more from me.

Brittany sounded nervous as she lifted from my bed awkwardly,

" Brittany, Ares's friend."

Aria shook her head, still fuming in anger,

" I don't care. Since I am here now, I can take care of my brother. You don't have to stay anymore."

Brittany hesitated before sending me a pleading glare. She wanted to stay but I had no say against my angry sister who was gawking at both of us. Receiving no response from me, Brittany huffed before picking up her bag from the desk and storming outside with a cold expression.

" That was rude, Aria!", I chuckled lightly, eyeing down at the white bedsheet that I hated the most. Aria snapped her head back at me, murdering me asap with her killer eyes. Folding her arms over her chest, she has begun to speak like one of that neighborhood aunty,

" Ares Thatcher, for fuck's sake, you are dating my best friend now. Did you think that I would allow anyone to come over here and take her place? If you are thinking about cheating, leave Savannah alone!"

Oh right! Savannah!

She ran away like flee as soon as she saw us together. Although, we were doing nothing but feeding because Brittany insisted too much, a part of me hoped that she didn't get me wrong. Even though I prepared a long run of explanations but she never returned.

Didn't she feel the necessity of visiting me since I was weak and admitted to the hospital? I guess, not! Why would she? I was her pretentious boyfriend after all!

Being a third person in her eyes cut deep into my heart. But I decided to act cool since Aria was here with me. She told me that Savannah was the one who informed her about my condition.

The door of my cabin pushed open and to my disappointment, it wasn't Savannah again. Ethan walked in with a bag in his hand. His eyes followed Aria and there was some flicker of adoration in his blue eyes.

Wait, was he crushing on my sister now?

I snorted shooting a glare at Ethan,

" Hold your drool, dude. That's my baby sister."

Aria laughed and Ethan quickly snapped his eyes from her, embarrassed. If Aria wasn't dating that punk, I wouldn't have minded his fantasy over my sister. Ethan was a nice guy, coming from a decent family. His parents were the doctor and it surprised me to know that he wasn't passionate about medical stuff. Naturally, the doctor runs my blood.

Aria scoffed offering Ethan a chair,

" So possessive! Here, sit down. A pleasure to meet you, brother Ethan."

Ethan smiled back at her big and muttered something before getting on the chair. Exhaling, he informed in a deep voice,

" Coach asked me to tell you that you can rest for a few days before you go back to the club."

I hummed deeply and was a bit surprised that suddenly, he was being so generous to me. Ethan's voice caught my attention again,

" Savannah...Did she come again?"

Aria was going to say something but I spoke first, smiling meekly at him,

" No, Ethan! She doesn't feel the necessity of visiting me. Why do you guys bother her?"

I hissed and closed my eyes shut to hide the bitterness of my eyes. Ethan's scoffing voice reached my ears,

" Don't talk like that, dude. Do you know what she did? She confronted Coach Jonathan right in front of me. Oh gosh! His face was worth seeing."

" She did what?", I blurted, snapping my eyes open wide at Ethan. He nodded his head before continuing again,

" Yes, she was hinting something like Finn and his scum character. She was pissed off after knowing that you had to go through this tough training. Shit! She was a sass, trust me."

I felt a lot of emotions, coursing over my heart. She was the first girl who spoke for me and stood by my side when I was at my worst.

Did she care for me? But why did she leave then?

Aria smiled in pride upon hearing Ethan. It was me who was feeling stupid for doubting her character. After a brief silence, I glanced up at Aria to inquire,

" Where is Savannah now?"

Aria shrugged before looking around to find her bag,

" I don't know. She didn't write anything else in her texts. I have to go now, brother. I will bring you hot soup in the evening. The doctor told me that you can leave the hospital today."

Aria intended to leave when Ethan suddenly jumped on, suggesting,

" I will give you a ride. Let's go!"

Aria didn't refuse and they both left together side by side. Now that, I was all alone, my thoughts were all over Savannah.

Did she leave because she thought that I was cheating on her or was she jealous?

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|| Savannah's POV ||

The evening was getting darker in shades as each moment passed as we both rode back home. It wasn't raining again but the dark clouds over the sky didn't vanish away. It was rough weather for the entire day.

I followed the idea of hanging out. My childhood friend, Kasper came from the other city as soon as I called him over. He was more like a brother and cousin to me. We spent time together very shortly before his father was transferred to another city for his job. His dad was the police and he was going to become one soon.

" Are you feeling better now?", Kasper asked with concern. His eyes were fixed on the road as he drove his car to my house. Yes, my house!

After my stupid runaway, I couldn't face Ares at least not today. Hence, I decided to go back to my house no matter how lonely and scared I felt. I hummed, resting my elbow on the window glass,

" Yes.. just a bit headache.."

Kasper chuckled before stopping his car in front of my house,

" You sure were pissed off. We are here!"

Kasper announced and we both hopped down from the car together. Coming in front of me, he planted a sweet kiss on my forehead before mumbling,

" Take care of yourself, Sav."

I waved bye at him, watching him get into the car,

" Be careful on the road, Kasper."

After our goodbyes, I jogged back to my house, unlocking the door before stepping inside hastily. An unfamiliar loneliness welcomed me and suddenly, I was missing Ares's house. Normally, it sounded crowded with the three of us, always doing something around the house. Just in two days, they made me feel like a family.

I rubbed my forehead uneasily. The thoughts of Ares surely left some itchy feelings within me.

He doesn't need your damn concern, Savannah! He has Brittany in his arms!

Fuck! My inner mind yelled at me, forcing me to stop thinking about Ares! Above everything, I just hoped that he was doing okay out there.

Exhaling in exhaustion, I strode upstairs to get inside my room. Maybe, a cool shower would wash away my twisted feelings for him. But it ached every time, I imagined him with some punk called Brittany. Well, during my hangout time with Kasper, I learned through Ares's Facebook wall that she is called Brittany and they had a few pictures together. They seemed close.

Fuck! I don't care!

An hour passed in the shower as I sang and danced like a toddler to distract my thoughts. It worked indeed and I headed outside in a towel in a new fresh mood. Smiling at the smell of new shampoo, I was thinking about finding my clothes when a sudden voice traveled from my dark room,

" You look hot in this towel, Princess."

Fuck!

I jumped back in surprise, clutching the doorframe of the bathroom to force my balance. I was panting heavily and saw that face that I badly wanted to ignore today.

" What are you doing in my room, Ares?"

It was Ares with all his handsome glory who was sitting on my bed. He looked nothing like a patient. That black shirt was imposing him more handsomely under the neon light. His eyes were on me, smiling like a maniac. I tugged the towel closer to my body, not wanting to show him a better view of my body.

Ares smirked letting his eyes crawl down all over my body,

" I found that you didn't go home, so I came to find you in your house."

I bit the corner of my lips and for a second, it melted my earlier angry heart. Pretending cool on the surface, I questioned looking at the opened door,

" And how did you get in? Did I leave the door open downstairs?"

Ares shook his head, not bothering that he was on my bed,

" Nope, you gave a spare key to Aria, remember? I knew that you would be here."

I shrugged bitterly and rolled my eyes before heading for the dresser. Grabbing the lotion bottle, I mumbled nonchalantly,

" When did you discharge from the hospital? You have recovered already."

I tried to sound casual as much as possible. Whoever he dates wasn't my concern. Somewhere, I hoped for an explanation from him. He didn't respond to my question immediately. I kept myself so busy with that lotion bottle that I didn't look his way.

Suddenly, I felt his presence right behind me to hear his word slowly,

" Why did you leave the hospital, Princess?"

I bit my lips fiercely to stop myself from yelling at him because I fucking felt jealous of that girl. Letting out a low cough, I mumbled without looking back at him,

" I thought of giving you two privacy.."

" For what?", his breath fanned against my neck and I felt nervous because of those tingling feelings down in my stomach.

I muttered looking back to forth awkwardly,

" To do what you do to girls always. I wasn't fit for that place."

Ares let out a dark chuckle and challenged my voice again,

" You sure, you left for that Princess? Think about it carefully! You might regret your response later on."