forum Next Steps [Private RP — Closed]

Started January 16, 2019 by @Imperfect_Autumn group

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Eden’s POV:

I frowned as he ruffled my hair, teasing me for my height right before he pressed his lips on mine.

I immediately melted in his arms, grabbing his arms to support myself so I wouldn’t fall. Even though we’d been together for this long, his kisses still made me severely weak.

“Hi,” I breathed out against his lips.

Gray’s POV:

I grinned down at her, ruffling her hair.

“If it makes you happy, we can,” I said to her. “And I didn’t think you could make a suggestive remark so casually, Vy. You surprise me every time.”

Sterling’s POV:

I chuckled against her lips before I moved us so that we were closer to the wall and out of the way of other students. I was glad she was happy to see me, and I was especially glad that this was the greeting I got.

“How were your classes?” I asked after pulling away, gently pressing my lips against her forehead in an attempt to cool them down.

Eden’s POV:

I immediately scowled, choosing to play with the buttons on Sterling’s shirt. I remembered the reason I was angry before, and it made me annoyed again.

“It was—“ before I could respond, I was cut off.

“Hey, there, Sterling,” there came the source of my anger. A tall, curvy girl stood behind me, a smile on the face I wanted to punch dearly. She supported red hair, and they were long in constraint to my black hair. “In case you don’t remember, I’m Maggie! We share a class together.”

Sterling’s POV:

I blinked a couple of times as I pulled my lips away from Eden’s forehead to look st the woman. Giving her a small smile, I nodded politely in acknowledgment to her statement.

“Right, Maggie. History of Law? With Professor McAndrews?” I guessed, keeping a tight hold on my girlfriend.

Eden’s POV:

I scowled at the girl, but either she didn’t notice, or was pretending not to.

“Yes!” She exclaimed, her face glowing, the coy smile on her features widening. “So you do remember! That’s great!”

It wouldn’t be that great if I punched you, would it?

“Actually, I wanted to ask if you could tutor me?” She said rather breathlessly, looking up at him through her lashes. Oh, God. How dare she. How dare she flirt with my boyfriend while I was right here? How dare she flirt with my boyfriend to begin with.

“Unfortunately, Sterling and I were heading out for lunch,” I cut in coldly, narrowing my eyes. “So you’ll have to excuse us.” I tugged on Sterling’s arm, urging him to move on.

“I wasn’t talking to you, though,” the girl said, her voice tightening but still rather sweet and cheerful. “What do you say, Sterling?”

I watched as a redheaded woman approached them, chuckling sheepishly. "I guess you've got a lot to learn about me, then." Making sure my response was more cheeky than standoffish, so as not to give Gray the wrong idea, I leaned further into him.

Gray’s POV:

My grin widened.

“Well, lucky me,” I winked at her. “It would be a pleasure knowing more about you, m’lady.”

(XD)

Colour returning to my cheeks, I covered the lower half of my face with one hand in a failed attempt to hide how flustered his simple comment had made me. "It would– it would be a pleasure for me to get to know more about you, too."

Sterling’s POV:

I furrowed my eyebrows at Eden’s almost harsh tone, moving so that her back was to me and my arms were wrapped around her from behind. Shaking my head, I rested my chin on Eden’s head.

“No, sorry. I don’t tutor people,” I explained, trying to be polite as I turned the woman down.

Eden’s POV:

The girl looked disheartened, looking at me with narrowed eyes before she quickly fixed her expression.

I looked at her icily, daring her to take a step closer, daring her to continue this conversation. She flinched, finally taking note of my eyes and the murderous look I supported.

“A-ah, is that so?” She laughed nervously, running a finger through her hair. “Well, that’s a shame. I guess I’ll see you around?”

I didn’t want to give her the chance to hear Sterling’s response, so I mustered up the best smile I could make—my lips tight, a warning present in the way my mouth quirked up.

“Well, if you’ll excuse us,” I muttered, moving out of Sterling’s hold so I could lead him away.

Gray’s POV:

I responded by kissing her on the head. God, she was too adorable.

“And you will,” I assured her right before I caught the woman talking to Sterling and Eden flinch. I couldn’t help but laugh. Finally, I witnessed someone be the victim of Eden’s death stare.

Sterling’s POV:

I sighed as Eden led me away. Girls like Megan… Madeline… whatever her name was… were the reason I used to be known as the school’s resident player in high school. They all thought they could dig their claws into me, so they spun webs of lies to get what they wanted and make sure no one else could have it.

“You okay, E?” I asked, leaning down to murmur in her ear.

Eden’s POV:

I clenched my fists tightly, gritting my teeth.

“She knew we’re dating,” I hissed out, my tone rolling with fury. “How dare she think she could have you? How dare she try to flirt with you in front of me?”

Even Sterling’s voice failed to calm me down. I could have one opportunity and I could ruin what she treasured the most. I was being far too jealous, and I was overreacting, I knew that. I would have taken it lightly if she had done so without me being present, but she knew of our relationship. She knew the college’s handsome male was taken, yet she tried to claw her way in. I could not forgive her for it.

Brimming with happiness, I gave him an affectionate head-butt.

"I feel like we're spying on them…"

Gray’s POV:

God, I was falling for this woman harder than I thought. Her little ways of showing affection… I absolutely, absolutely adored it.

I nuzzled her back.

“Think of it like a drama,” I said to her jokingly.

Sterling’s POV:

I frowned at her reaction, then stopped and turned her to face me. After a quick glance over her face, I reached up to cup her cheeks and pressed a light kiss to her lips.

“Hey. Eden. I love you, okay? I don’t care about her or anyone else. I only want you. Okay?” I murmured, rubbing at her cheeks with my thumbs. “Other girls can flirt with me all they want, but I won’t pay them any mind. They aren’t you.”

Swatting playfully at his shoulder, I gave a roll of my eyes.

"As soon as they're done, let's go over. I don't want to interrupt anything."

Eden’s POV:

I leaned into his touch, unconsciously pouting.

“Why are you so attractive, Sterling?” I complained, resting my hands on top of his. “I don’t like it when other girls flirt with you. I don’t want them to.”

Gray’s POV:

I laughed, shaking my head.

“Of course,” I agreed with her. “Whatever you say, Vy.”

Sterling’s POV:

I chuckled softly and kissed her again, just a quick peck on the lips.

“I know, babe. I feel the same way about you,” I assured her gently as I moved my arms to her sides once more. Wrapping my arms around her tightly, I picked her up and spun her around, trying to get the smile that I loved back on her beautiful face.

Eden’a POV:

I quickly threw my arms around Sterling’s neck, squeezing my eyes shut as he spun me around, a squeal escaping my lips.

“Ster—Sterling!” I laughed, digging my face in his neck as he increased his pace. I wrapped my legs around his waist in an attempt to make him slow down. “Okay, okay, I got it! I won’t get jealous again!”

Sterling’s POV:

I laughed and finally set her down. As soon as her feet touched the floor again, I took her lips in mine for a quick kiss.

“Good,” I chuckled, flicking her forehead playfully. “You have no reason to.”

(When should Violeta and Gray walk in?)

(Now, maybe?