CHAPTER VI BEST FRIEND

Angela’s POV

As soon as I entered the library, I saw Lucifer sitting promptly on the chair next to the one where I usually sit. He’s reading another book and the whole library room is in a mess. Some books were scattered on the floor, crumpled papers, and even plastic bottles are all around the room.

I glanced at Lucifer again. He’s still reading his book.

Is he the one who made this mess?

“Good morning Lucifer. You seem to get here too early hehehe…. Go ahead and just read there while I’m cleaning the little mess in this library..”

I think I’ll be in a tough battle right now. You can do it, Angela! I put my bag down on my chair and start picking up the books from the floor. I just noticed that all of the scattered books were all about crimes and merciless killings.

I just hope Lucifer didn’t read those books to have an idea on how he can shut me out.

The face of Rafael suddenly popped inside my head.  He said he would like to talk to me after our duties. I’m a bit curious and worried at the same time because he looks so serious when he said that.

I wonder if he has a problem.. I hope I could do something to help him.

“ANGELAAAAAAAAA!”

Miss Courtney stepped inside and ran towards me.

“Good Morning Miss Courtney”

“OHMYFUCKINGGOSH WHAT THE HELL IS THIS?” she said, roaming around the library.

“Just a little mess, I guess.. ehehe..”

“Poor you. You had to face the worst punishment.”

“Huh?”

“Being with the evil prince.” She whispered.

“No, it’s alright. I really love cleaning so it wouldn’t be a big problem.”

She just shrugged and flipped her hair graciously.“By the way, I just want to return these books.” She said, putting the books back on its shelves. “Have you seen the new faculty member? He’s so smoking hot!” she exclaimed as if we’re not inside a library.

“R-Really? I’m not really updated when it comes to school news about people that’s why..”

“You have a point, and duh, the most handsome man you’ll ever seen is just right next to you.” She said while glancing at Lucifer.

“H-Huh? I don’t have a crush on him, Miss Courtney.”

She let out a loud laugh with a snort. “I know dear. But you know, we can’t tell what could happen in the future.” She teased as she dashed off the library.

I was very focused on cleaning that I didn’t notice Lucifer continuously throwing some crumpled papers on the floor where I already cleaned.

I looked at him and he’s looking at me too with a rude smirk on his face.

“Uh, the trash can’s over there?” I said while pointing to the trash can which is just an inch away from him.

“I don’t fucking care. You’re the one who’s in-charge of cleaning here so you don’t have the right to complain.”

I let out a deep sigh and just continue sweeping and picking the clutters around the floor. “By the way Lucifer, I haven’t introduced myself clearly to you, have I?”

“AND DO YOU THINK I GIVE A FUCK?” he bluntly said.

I’m used of hearing him curse and bluntly uttering things that he wants to say. But actually, I’m somehow grateful that at least, I was already able to have short conversations with him though not a proper one … but at least.

“I’m Angela Santos. A seventeen-year-old girl who’s living with her two siblings in a small apartment. Both of our parents died in an accident when I was still young so I had to find a job even if I’m still underage just for us to have some food to eat. Until I met—

“DO YOU REALLY WANT ME TO TEAR THAT FUCKING MOUTH OF YOURS?!” He angrily said then threw a book at me which I luckily avoided.

“YES!! I WAS ABLE TO AVOID THE BOOK!” I exclaimed while clapping my hands.

Because of too much joy, I didn’t notice that Lucifer threw another book at me. It was a very thick one, maybe an encyclopedia that’s why upon getting hit by it on my forehead, I wasn’t able to maintain my balance and immediately fell down the floor.

“Ouch…” I said while touching my forehead. “I got a small bump”

“Hahahha! Stupid retard!”

I quickly glanced at Lucifer and smiled. “You’re laughing!” I bellowed.

Lucifer suddenly stopped laughing and returned to his usual poker-faced look.“SHUT THE FUCK UP!”

“It’s so nice to hear you laugh for the first time ”

He averted his gaze and started reading again.

I stood up and continue cleaning up. I can’t help but smile.

Lucy’s POV

“Are you nervous?” I asked Raffy who’s currently putting the final touches of the food that he cooked.

He shrugged, slicing the stalks of onion leaves. “I just can’t stop thinking about the possibilities.”

“Possibilities of what? The possibility of the two of you end up being with each other, or the possibility that you might end up being her best friend forever?”

“Both.” He replied. “And also, I’m thinking how Angela might act different around me when she finally knew my feelings towards her.”

I took the tray from the cupboard and put the plates and glasses on it. “You know Angela’s not like that. It’s very impossible that she’s going to avoid you just because you like her.”

“I know but that’s what usually happens when a friend confesses to his friend.”

“But not with you and Angela.” I insisted.

He heaved a sigh and handed me the Italian pasta. “You can do it Rafael. I got your back. And please don’t give up on my best friend.” I said then strove towards the dining hall.

If there is a person who deserves Angela, that is Rafael. Only him. I also think they look good together. They have so many things in common and I think if Angela would fall in love with another person other than that Carlo, she’d fall for Rafael. Angela likes men with good hearts and based on what she’s always telling me, she often fall for someone she already know

“Hi Miss Lucy!” greeted a guy that looks like a thug. He always go here just to see me -__- . Ugh. I’m so sick of seeing his not-so-nice face. I miss my Lucifer T_T. It’s been a long time since I last saw him..

Talking about guys who deserve who. The only one who deserves me is none other than Lucifer. I’ve been in love with him ever since we were just little kids so only I have the right to be his girlfriend. Also we have lots of things in common too. We’re both wealthy and good-looking. I just can’t imagine him having a relationship with anyone but me. Maybe if ever someone tries to take him away from me, I’ll make sure that she won’t succeed. Whoever she is, I’ll probably make her life like living in hell.

Rafael’s POV

“Do you have a problem, Rafael?” Angela asked, looking so worried.

I smiled at her and shook my head.

“You don’t? That’s good to hear”

We are here at the park. It’s already eight in the evening so there’s no other people here except the two of us.

“Angela.”

Damn, my heart’s beating so loud.

She turned around and dilated her eyes innocently. “Huh? What is it?”

I took a deep breath and looked at her straight in the eyes. “I-I love you.”

She blinked once then smiled at me. “I love you too Rafael  I love Lucy too. I love the both of you so

“Not just as a friend, I love you more than that.”

Her smile suddenly faded.

“I know it’s hard to imagine but I’ve been loving you ever since the day I first met you. I love everything about you. Every single day with you are the happiest days of my life. I just can’t hold this back anymore. I want you to know how much I love you and that I’m willing to spend the rest of my life loving you.”

I finally said it.

Tears suddenly cascaded down her face.

“Angela why are you

She took a step towards me then pulled me for a hug. “Rafael…”

I hugged her back. I can smell the fragrance of her long light brown hair.

“I’m so sorry Rafael..” she murmured.

I already knew she would say this but I didn’t expect it to be this painful.

“You are very important to me and I can’t lose a friend like you…” she added, hugging me even tighter.

I can’t speak. I don’t know what or how to respond.

“I’m so lucky to be loved by such an amazing guy like you. I like you very much Rafael, since the first day that we met I already knew you have a good heart. You are very important to me.. But I’ll understand if you start ignoring me after this.. I’m really sorry Rafael.. I hope you can forgive me…”

I let go from her embrace and put my hands on her cheek to wipe her tears. “I don’t want to see you cry.. Seeing you like this makes me feel like an asshole who made you sad.”

“Rafael..”

“I already know how you would respond but I never knew it would feel like my heart just literally broke into pieces.” I faked a laugh.

“I’m so sorry Rafael..”

“Tch stop apologizing to me now. It’s not your fault that I fell in love with you.” I said, half teasing.

She gave me a half-smile but her eyes still look so sad.

I put my hands on her shoulders. “It’s not your fault Angela. I just wanted you to know how much I love you. I promise that nothing will change between us after this night. You can still call me whenever you need me. I know you already have someone in your heart but please don’t close your door at me. I’m willing to wait until you finally learn to love again, I’m willing to stay by your side no matter how long it takes.”

“Thank you… But please don’t let your world rotate around me… I can’t forgive myself if you missed the love that you truly deserve just because you’re waiting for me… You deserve all the great things here in the world Rafael.. and I don’t want you to waste your time waiting for a girl like me..” she uttered.

“Waiting for you will never be a waste of time.” I replied.

“Thank you Rafael..”

I pulled her closer to me and kissed her on her forehead.

“Shall we go home now?” I asked, wearing a bright smile on my face.

“Okay.”

Actually, I somehow lied to her.

I can’t really promise to stay the same. I can’t promise to look her in the eyes straight without thinking that I want her to be mine. I will stay by her side, I will show her how much I love her until she finally realize that I’m the only one for her and that I deserve to be more than just her best friend.