Chapter 2 Coffee

Hazel-Rose

I crawled my way out of the strangers' bed that I was currently in. I can't even remember his name. I met him at the club, we danced, had a few drinks, and then one thing led to another, and we ended up back at his. I prefer it that. If I am somewhere else, I can leave when I feel like it, but I need to make sure they go if they are at mine. I checked the time it was six a.m.

I crept around, gathering my clothes and my things before heading out of his room. I pulled my clothes on as I went. I would call a cab when I get outside. I don't want to wake him, whoever he is. I am sure his name was something like Bryce, Bryan, Barry...I don't know something beginning with B anyway. He was not bad in bed, but not the best either. Hey, you can't win them all.

I headed out of his apartment and out to the street. I wasn't sure where I was. I checked online, and thankfully I got a location. I called a cab to come to get me. I wanted home to my bed but will need to shower first. I looked through my bag for my purse and finally found it, but something else caught my eye-the card the stranger gave me in the club.

I took it out, looking at it because I didn't last night. I wonder what his name was. Hmm, Wyatt, it would seem. I think I was too surprised that he rejected me, that was new for me. I don't believe a man has ever rejected me. Then again, I don't think I have ever met a man that doesn't do one-night stands. What is that about?

I do have to be honest, because of how he acted, he intrigued me. I have met many men in my life, but none quite like him. He wasn't even my type, well not my typical type. I prefer bad boys with dark hair, tattoos and who are assholes. They are always more fun. But Wyatt, yes, he was handsome, but he had the sort of geeky look around him too. I think it was the glasses and the way he spoke. He was still cute non the less.

I may give him a text later. I am used to getting what I want, and because he didn't give in to me like everyone else, it just makes me more determined. There is no chance I am going on a date with him. I don't do date, relationships or anything alike. It is a waste of time, in my opinion. What is the point of putting all that effort into one person, into a relationship, it always ends? The outcome is always hurt of some kind. I learned a long time ago, don't trust anyone. I learnt that the hard way, and I will not put myself back in that position ever again, for anyone.

I dropped the card back into the bag as my cab pulled up. I got in and told him where I was going.

"Good night?" He laughed.

"Yes," I giggled.

It was obvious what I was up to last night. My hair was a mess. My make-up probably was too. I had a dress on, and my shoes in my hand. I don't care, though. I had fun, and that is all that matters.

All I wanted now was to sleep. The ride back to mine wasn't too long. I paid the driver, rushing inside. I stripped down, took my make-up off, and had a quick shower. Yay bed! I love my bed, and I would stay in it all day, every day if I didn't have to adult and work. Adulting sucks sometimes.

I grabbed my phone, and Wyatt's card and put his number into my phone. Hmm, I wonder if it is too early to text him? I know his name; it is only fair that he knows mine also. No, I should wait until later. I would want to kill someone if they texted me this early. Sleep first, annoy the sweet stranger later. Yes, that sounds like a better plan.

I sat my phone aside and got myself settled down. I do not have anything to do today, so no alarm needed. And no alarm is always a good thing.

***

I groaned as I woke, the sun was right in my eyes, and I may have had a slight headache. I did feel less tired, though. I reached for my phone to check the time. Midday! I didn't think I would have slept that long, but I did need it. I smirked to myself. It was time for my plan. I opened a text to Wyatt.

Hey, Mr No one-night stands ha-ha.

I kept it simple and obvious, well unless he gave his card to someone other women and told her the same thing. He may have done, who knows. But, surely if not, he will know it is me. I waited, wondering how long he will wait to reply if he replies, anyway.

Wyatt soon answered my question because he texts back only moments later.

Hey, pretty lady with the purple hair ha-ha. I am surprised to hear from you. I thought you would have tossed my card in the trash the moment I was out of sight X

Is that how he has been referring to me? The one with the purple hair. Maybe I should tell him my name.

Hazel-Rose: It is Hazel-Rose, most call me just Hazel, or the weird few call me HR! Yes, I know it is a terrible nickname lol. Why did you think I would have tossed it in the trash? X

Probably something to do with because I told him I don't date.

Wyatt: Hazel-Rose that is a beautiful name. I think I will call you that. And I agree HR is a terrible nickname lol. You and I want very different things, and that is why I thought you tossed it, X.

He seemed sweet, that was for sure, but sometimes looks can be deceiving. He may be a nice guy, but he may not be. But, for the moment, I will continue to chat with him.

Hazel-Rose: Thank you. I am glad you agree with me, ha-ha. How was the rest of your night? X

He didn't really seem like he was too eager last night about being out.

Wyatt: Yeah, it was OK. What about you? Did you get what you were looking for? X

I guess that is his polite way of asking me if I got laid.

Hazel-Rose: I did, yes. You see I had to find someone else because the first guy I hit on rejected me 😞 X

I wonder how he will respond to that.

Wyatt: Hmm, what an idiot he must have been! 😉 then again, maybe he was just respectful and wanted to give you more than that X

I let out a small chuckle when I read his reply. At least he was playing along.

Hazel-Rose: Yes, he was an idiot 😜 because he missed out on the best night of his life. His loss, though lol. As I told him last, you give more, you get hurt easier, and people take more than they should X

I will give myself one thing. I am always honest. I don't do bullshit! It gets you nowhere.

Wyatt: Oh, I am sure he did, I don't doubt it for a second. It doesn't always need to be that way. If you are with the right person, that shouldn't happen X

The right person? I assume he is the type that believes in the one, in souls mates, and all that crap? Not me, it is all bullshit!

Hazel-Rose: It always happens! It is life! X

He took a little longer to reply to this one than the others, but he did.

Wyatt: I think you should come and meet me for coffee? If it makes you feel better, we will call it coffee with a friend X

Hmm, coffee, I don't know. I suppose it could be worse. He could be asking me to dinner. I am sure a coffee won't do harm, right? Plus, it would give me to time to work my charm on him.

Hazel-Rose: I can do coffee. Meet me at Destiny coffee house in an hour X

Wyatt: OK. See you then, Miss Hazel-Rose. Looking forward to it X

Hazel-Rose: Yes, see you soon, Wyatt X

The conversation got left at that. I got out of my bed and made a start to get myself ready. It is only coffee, what can go wrong?