Chapter 10 Searching For Her

He has been searching everywhere for her. Stopping at a coffee shop, he decided to ask. Somehow, somewhere, someone must know about her.

" Excuse me, " said a waitress who was passing by. " Are you looking for someone? " She asked.

" Yes, please. "

" Who is that? "

" Her name is Zamsii Carmichael, she's average in height, has blonde hair and... I'm really not good at describing people, "he explained.

" I'm sorry, there's no one with such descriptions around. "

" Oh, thank you. "

"Mabel, what are you standing there for? " Asked another waitress,

" I... he's looking for someone. " She said.

" Who's that? " Mabel pointed at the young gentleman.

" He said her name was Zamsii Carmichael. Have you heard of her? "

" Who doesn't know Zamsii Carmichael, she's New York's newest model. " He sighed. " Is there a problem? "

" Not at all. " He waved a convincing smile at her. " I'm a friend of hers and we have lost contact since she came to the States. So, it's really difficult for me to get her actual location. "

" Well, you asked the right girl for her. Although I have no idea of where she lives, I can give you the address of where she works. "

" That will be helpful. "

She wrote the address of Sparrow Enterprise, stretching out the paper to him. " That's the address. "

" Thank you, I really appreciate your help. " He thanked you.

" Anytime. "

He left the coffee shop to where he parked his car, Mabels's eyes kept following him. " What are you still looking at? " Following the direction of her gaze she shook her head in amusement. " Oh, please don't tell me it's what I am thinking. "

" Isn't he cute? " She blushed.

" You know, it's not too late to ask him for his number, "she suggested.

Shocked at what she had said, she asked. " And why would I do that? "

Shrugging, she replied. " I don't know. "

*

Zamsii ✓

" Hi, Jacob. " I said.

" Hi, Anastasia. It's been so long since we called each other. " He said from the other side of the call.

" Yeah, you're right. I've been very busy with my modelling stuff. I promise to make it up to you someday. "

" It's okay, I understand. So, how are you doing? "

" I'm doing good. What about you? "

" Great too. I've been watching the media, you really were great out there. "

" Thank you, I really appreciate the compliment. "

" Would you mind... if we hung out together like in old times? "

" Like old times. Yeah, that would be great. I can come over to your house. "

" No, I mean, I will come over to pick you up. What do you think? "

" That's much better. " I agreed. " I'll go get ready. "

" Okay. " We ended the call and I quickly dashed into my room, and straight to the bathroom.

Saturdays have always been our hangout days. But for some couple of months, we barely called and not texted.

It's no one's fault tho...

A few minutes later, I heard the sound of his car stopping at the gateway. Damon and Ruby, as usual, were playing video games, Quincy was with her toys and aunty Ranita was in her room.

So, I'm free to go.

He was leaning on the passenger door, with the same smile he always gives to me each time he sees me. We've been real close friends since college, even though I turned him down when he first asked for a relationship, which I declined.

I would say that was what made us closer than we were. Even till now, I can still see love for myself in his eyes.

Now I'm not talking about the casual friendship, I mean the other way round.

He's scared I'd turn his request down for the second time, but the truth is... It's really complicated.

" Just tell me I look great and stop the long staring. " I playfully said.

" Why? " He said with a chuckle.

" It's getting me uncomfortable. " I said, letting him know that his gaze was actually killing me.

" Honestly, I'll admit, you look just more than great. "

" That's... touching. " He opened the door for me to enter. " Thanks. "

We drove to one of the restaurants in town. It wasn't that popular but... It's accommodating. I could still feel the gaze of everyone on me and the murmuring whispers which almost sounded like an ordinary conversation.

" I... I'm sorry, I didn't know it would be like this. "

" Oh, it's nothing. After all, those murmurs ain't hateful words. And besides, I'm here for you and not them. " A convincing smile played on my lips. " So... "

" So..? "

" So,... I don't know what to say. You should start first. "

" I'm so glad you agreed to hangout with me. "

" Jacob, come on. You don't have to be thankful or happy, we always do this all the time, remember? "

" I know but... I feel this is the best. "

" That's because you miss me? " I teased.

" I guess so. "

A waitress came to give us a menu dish. We ordered a different meal. Although this was a hangout, I didn't think I was too hungry to eat anything, so, I ordered something less.

" How is Quincy? It's been long since I saw her. " He asked as we waited for our meal.

" Well, she's fine. Really fine. "

" Guess she won't miss me as much as I do. "

I didn't know when I burst out laughing. Realizing myself, I covered my mouth with my hand. " Sorry. Well, I'm not too sure if she misses you or not. Maybe you should just come over and check on her. "

Our food was served. The first five minutes we ate in silence. A girl walked up to me with a camera in her hand.

" Hi Zamsii, "

" Hi, " I replied.

" Would you mind if I took a picture with you? " She asked.

I looked at Jacob, then at her, permitting a go ahead. We took two photos together, " thank you. " She left looking excited.

Two other girls of my age, I guess, also came requesting to take a photo with me, of which we had three photos.

Another, this time, was a guy. And many more, but thankfully not too much to interfere with my moment with Jacob.

After we had eaten our meals, with a little conversation, Jacob decided to go out to a quiet place.

Too quiet?

I guess so.

We had a little picnic together. Jacob has never ceased to surprise me and I just don't know how to thank him enough.

From the sudden expression on his face, I can tell he's got something important to tell me.

I was so curious to know but... I don't wanna ask.

" Zamsii... "

" I... " I cut him short.. " You first. "

" No, you first. "

" It's nothing serious, so, you go first. "

He sighed, " I... Zamsii, on I just wanna let you know that I didn't call us to hangout together because this is gonna be my last time. I wanna let you know how much I care about you and how happy I am to have you as a friend. " He sighed again, as if he was scared to say it.

I held his hands, " It's okay, I'm listening. "

"Zamsii... I'll be leaving for Asia next week. " The news sounded like a blast to my ears.

I loosened my grip on his hands, sighing frustratedly. " What happened? "

" My dad will be leaving for a business trip to Tokyo and he wants me to go with him. "

" T.. that's good news, Jacob, I'm happy for you. Besides, you'll find new friends, hang out in clubs and learn a new lifestyle. " I heard how excited I sounded, which actually wasn't coming from my heart.

" I'm gonna miss you Jacob, I really am. " I could feel the hot tears roll down my cheeks as I pulled myself into his embrace.

The evening cloud surfaced, so we rode back to my house. The ride was a quiet one though, I wished it would be an everlasting ride.

Guess we've got to be with each other today. The rest of the week will be a busy day for me.

" Are you gonna come back? " I asked, my head still leaning on the door.

" I don't know. "

What do you expect, Zamsii?

It's a business trip for damn sake, and not a mere visit.

I raised my head to look at him. " Don't forget to give me a call when you get to the airport. "

" I was thinking of coming over to Sparrow's to see you. What do you think? "

" That will be fine with me. "

For a moment, there was a brief silence. " Can I... ? "

I couldn't comprehend where he was actually heading to. So, I asked, " Can you... ? "

" Can I ... kiss you? "

I breathed heavily, nodding my head.

I felt his lips touch mine, tasting the desperateness of his hunger for me. I couldn't feel much of its sweetness as the pain of losing him filled my heart.

I was having my last moment with him. His hands got hold of the back of my neck, pulling my lips deeper.

The pain, the hurt displayed as more tears kept rolling out.

*

" Ken, I have found the girl. " Greg said, as he kept watching them from his car.

" Good, " he said with a smile accompanied. " I'll be coming to the state by tomorrow, don't stop keeping an eye on her. "

" Understood. But... " He paused, contemplating if he should tell him that she was having a little moment with her... Boyfriend.

His patient patience had died off, curiosity growing in him as he could wait no longer. " But what? " He asked.

Even by the deep tune of his voice, it can tell how easily temperamental he is. And he can't risk the innocent boy's life to his wrath.

" Nothing, " he finally said. " I'll keep an eye on the girl till you come. "

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