The sun was shining brightly; the lovely birds were chirping loudly. You could hear laughter from the people passing by. The flowers were blooming wonderfully; and the trees were swaying under the beautiful blue sky. Still, Natalie Alva was bored. Yes, she was dying of boredom.
Natalie was envied by her peers because of her family’s influence and wealth. They were very vocal about how they would like to be in her shoes. Natalie’s friends thought that she was living like a princess. Yes, she was living in a mansion; she possessed tons of clothes from luxury brands, multiple sets of jewelry, and many other things that an ordinary girl of her age would not think of having.
If you’d ask Natalie if she was happy because of her family’s affluence—the answer would be: YES! Of course, Natalie was very grateful of having a comfortable life. But, was she living like a princess just like what her friends presumed about her—the answer would definitely be: NO!
In life, there were always be drawbacks no matter how perfect one’s life was perceived. Natalie could enjoy many luxurious things in life, but at the expense of her own freedom.
Natalie couldn’t leave the house without the permission of her older brother Nigel. If she wanted to go to a friend’s house, a driver-slash-bodyguard would always accompany her. Natalie had never gone to any school trip because her mom (when she was still alive) was too paranoid to permit her—and now, her brother Nigel wouldn’t let her join because (in his own words) he was concerned about her safety.
Sometimes, when Nigel was in a good mood, Natalie would be permitted to leave the house (of course, with a bodyguard); however, she should comply strictly with her curfew. Or else, hell would break loose. Or, there were times when she could go on vacation with her friends as long as her other brother Noah was there to be her companion. Natalie knew that Nigel was just being protective and he didn’t mean any harm. Though, most of the time, Natalie wanted more freedom just like any other girl her age.
Noah, on the other hand, was the kind of brother Natalie wanted to be with all the time. Unlike Nigel, her second brother was more lenient and understanding. Noah tolerated all of her whims, no matter how petty they were. Natalie had the tendency to act like a brat towards Noah, but the truth was: she liked her brother very much. She admired him. Though, Natalie would never admit those things in front of Noah even if she died! Tsundere much?!
Speaking of her brother Noah, Natalie thought of an idea how to kill her boredom. She picked her phone and dialled her brother’s number. Noah always picked up her calls immediately, so she was confident that today would not be different.
However, she was calling Noah’s number for ten minutes, but her brother didn’t pick up! Natalie was annoyed. What was Noah doing? Was he asleep? It was freaking three o’ clock in the afternoon! Why would his brother be busy at this time?
Natalie tried to call Noah several times but to no avail. She was about to throw her phone out of annoyance, when it vibrated. A message from her friends’ group chat popped on the screen. Natalie opened it.
Her classmate Mandy was inviting the group to play bowling. Natalie wanted to go. It would be her first time to try bowling. So, she toughened her heart and dialled Nigel’s number. Natalie was crossing her fingers for his brother’s permission. She was praying her best, when the call got through.
“H-Hello, brother…” she said to the other line.
However, instead of Nigel’s cold and deep voice, Natalie heard a familiar gentle voice answered the call. “Hi, Miss Natalie. This is Uncle Gerard. Your brother is in the middle of an important meeting. Do you need anything? I’ll tell him after the meeting.”
Natalie’s heartbeat went crazy. Was this a chance for her? “Hi, Uncle Gerard! Sorry for calling. I know my brother is busy. So, hmm, will he have the time to call me back?”
“The meeting just started. Because it was an important one, it’s safe to say that your brother won’t have the time to call you back. You know how Nigel is when it comes to work. If there’s anything you need, you can tell me and I’ll see what I can do—”
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“I called my brother and he gave me his permission.” Natalie told the housemaid.
“But the Master did not tell us anything about you leaving the house today.” The housemaid was still in doubt.
Natalie’s heart was about to jump off her chest. But she stood her ground. “If you don’t believe me, call my brother now and ask him.” Then, she added: “But after he gave me his permission, brother told me that he’s going to be meeting some important people, so, you can’t contact him at the moment.” She lied without blinking.
“But—”
“I’m telling the truth, ah! When brother comes home, you can ask him about this.” Natalie knew that she would get an earful from her brother when her lies got exposed. However, she really wanted to be free from her boredom. She would accept her punishment in due time, but for now, she would enjoy bowling with her friends.
“I’ll be back in two hours. Don’t worry.” Natalie assured the housemaid.
Then, she ran outside the house and met Johannes—her driver-slash-bodyguard. Natalie told him the same thing she had told the housemaid. Johannes looked intimidating because of his body-built (his body could be compared to a bear’s) but, Natalie knew how kind-hearted her bodyguard truly was. Natalie hated the fact that she had to deceive him, too. But, she was determined to get out of the house.
Ten minutes later, Natalie was on the way to the bowling alley. Johannes was driving quietly. Natalie couldn’t help but smile. It was the first time she tried to outwit her brother Nigel. She knew there would be hell to pay. But she was not bothered by it at the moment. Natalie was so happy to pulled one over on Nigel.
Though, her happiness was cut short when the car suddenly stopped. Natalie looked outside the car window; she couldn’t see any sign of a bowling alley.
“What’s wrong? Why did you stop the car, Johannes?” she asked.
“I think, we have a flat tire.”
“What?” Natalie blurted out. “Can you fix it?”
Johannes replied: “Let me check first.” Then, the bodyguard got off the car. Natalie waited inside quite irritably.
When Johannes came back, he informed Natalie about the confirmed flat tire and told her that he could fix it without problem. Natalie decided to get out of the car to breathe some fresh air. She saw a pastry shop nearby. Natalie told Johannes that she would buy some pastries for her friends. The bodyguard agreed.
Inside the pastry shop, Natalie was too busy choosing pastries that she didn’t notice the person standing beside her. She stepped on the stranger’s foot and lost her balance. Natalie was about to fall down when she felt an arm wrapped around her hips.
“Are you okay?” asked by a gentle voice that brought music to Natalie’s ears.
She immediately looked at the owner of the voice. Natalie wanted to thank the person, but, she swallowed all her words when she saw the face of the stranger. He looked too beautiful!
“Miss?” said the beautiful stranger. He helped her to stand up straight. “Are you hurt?”
Natalie felt her face blushed when she remembered how the stranger wrapped his arms around her hips. “I-I’m okay….” She managed to say, finally. “I’m sorry if I stepped on your foot—”
The beautiful person smiled at her. Natalie felt like something sharp pierced her heart. Was it cupid’s arrow? Ah, she immediately fell in love! “It’s okay. Nothing to worry about.”
Natalie wouldn’t let her chance passed by without doing anything. She would like to get to know this person, ah! “Hi, my name is Natalie. Please let me buy you anything that you want from this store. I feel bad stepping on your foot and I’d also want to thank you for helping me not to fall on the ground.”
“You don’t have to do anything. It’s fine.” The pretty stranger said.
“No!” Natalie said out of frustration. “Are you busy? What is your name?”
The stranger laughed. “My name is Fran and I am on my way to meet a friend.”
Natalie was somewhat happy knowing that the pretty man was meeting a friend instead of a girlfriend. “So, Fran, let me buy you and your friend something. What do you like from these pastries?”
“Am I not allowed to refuse your offer, little miss?”
“Yes.” Natalie eyed Fran intently. “And I am not a little miss! I’m already in my last year of middle school.”
“I don’t usually talk to people who I do not know. Though, it feels strange because you remind me of someone…” Fran said.
Natalie raised an eyebrow. “Your girlfriend?”
Fran shook his head. “No. My friend…though, I was told that we’re special friends.” A lovely smile formed on Fran’s lips.
Natalie felt like she was in a sinking ship. But she ignored it. Fran finally let her buy him pastries. Natalie was so happy. Couple of minutes later, Fran bid her goodbye. Natalie thought of an idea.
When Fran went outside the pastry shop, Natalie followed him. She wanted to know who the special friend Fran was talking about. Was it the one he was meeting now? Good thing, Johannes was still busy replacing the car tire, so Natalie had the time to follow Fran without being caught by her bodyguard.
Natalie saw Fran stopped in front of a tall person. She could see how Fran’s eyes lit up while talking to the tall guy. Natalie couldn’t see the face of Fran’s friend clearly; however, there was something familiar with the tall guy’s build. She saw Fran gave his friend the box of pastries.
Fran and his friend talked for a while. They were laughing and having fun. Then, Natalie saw the two held hands before they walk away.
As if he was sensing someone was spying on them, the tall guy looked back and Natalie finally saw his face. It was her brother Noah! Natalie’s heart sank and she started to curse under her breath. How could his brother take her first love!
Natalie was about to follow them when she felt a hand tap her shoulder. It was Johannes. Natalie wanted to cry more than ever. She had no choice but to follow the bodyguard back to the car.
So, Noah was Fran’s special friend! It was over before it even started. Natalie had to bid farewell to her first love. How freaking pathetic was that?
Natalie cried a little inside.
*****
Later that night, when Noah was finished with his bath, he received a message from his beloved sister. He opened it and was confused by her message.
Natalie: “I HATE YOU! I HATE YOU! I HATE YOU! HOW COULD YOU DO THIS TO ME? I HATE YOU! DON’T TALK TO ME EVER AGAIN!”
Noah just shook his head and brushed off the message as his sister having tantrums again. Not knowing that he stole something important from Natalie—like his sister’s precious first love.
Well, ignorance is bliss.
Poor innocent and beautiful Fran, stirring desires and love wherever he goes. ☺️
Hahaha this is Soo funny … poor Natalie..
Her first love came and went away in a day..😂
Thanks for the chapter 🥰🥰
poor Natalie! she lives in a golden cage QAQ
thanks for the chapter <3
Hhhhhhh 😂😂😂 I gotta admit, I was a bit nervous when Nigel told Fran he was beautiful but now that the third sibling is into Fran, it’s just funny. Lmao is it in the genes or sth hahaha xDDD
Everyone just happened to have the same type lmao
Haha, poor Natalie. 😂
Thank you for the chapter <3
Oh boy, she’s the same age as Carlie and now she has the same problem too! If they get together, maybe there will be a fan webpage about Fran like there was about Noah 😄.
I hope everyone who teased Fran in high school finds out he’s becoming a celebrity at university! He probably would have gotten mobbed already if Noah didn’t stake his claim first thing in the morning on the first day of school 😆
Oops that’s supposed to be next chapter but my keeps skipping backwards one page 🤦
Lmfao the siblings are seriously drooling over him 😂😂