Chuck & The Girl From 4B

15: Jealous Girlfriend

Gayatri's POV
I have stars in my eyes.

When I think of Chuck, I melt. My heart races at the thought of his sexy smile. I'm falling fast for him. The neighbor from 3B is a total catch.

"So why is he single?" Abby asked me.

I told her about my date with Chuck. I'm calling it date because if how it felt if not what he said. He sounded unsure but our conversation in the kitchen put the idea in my head. He is single. The girl with curly hair is not his girlfriend. Maybe she wishes she was. I cannot blame her. Chuck is hot on all levels. He's a sweetheart. Definitely boyfriend material.

He took me to a boujee gelato spot in Manhattan. It was late at night and he convinced the owner to stay open. I don't know how but it was romantic. There were no candles or flowers or soft music but we had a good night. We sat beside each other, tasting each other's gelato. I can forget how it felt to have his arm over my shoulders or even how he looked at me when I spoke to him. I had his full attention. He doesn't reveal much about himself but he's a great listener.

Abby touched my hand. She's seated at the bar area of the coffee shop sipping ice coffee. "Earth to Gayatri."

"Oh! What was the question?"

"You are so taken by this guy! I'm asking, if he's so dreamy and perfect, why is he single?"

I snapped back to reality for a moment. "Maybe because he hasn't found the right one."

"Maybe. I want to meet this guy. I just have to!"

"Come over to my place and I'll introduce you." I wouldn't invite anyone to my place but Abby is so down to earth that I feel comfortable about it.

"That will have to wait."

"What's going on?"

"My father is sending me off to Paris for a few weeks."

I felt my heart crashing. "I'll miss you."

She touched my hand. "Don't worry. I'll call you often. I'll be back soon. It's a work thing."

"Still, I'll miss you."

"Can you take it slow with this Chuck guy? I want you to meet "my Chuck". I promise you'll like him. I can vouch for him. He's perfect for you."

"I'll stay open minded."

"Good! So when I'm away, I'm leaving the cafe to my sister. It's a side business separate from the Harrington Hotels. My sister owns half."

I haven't interacted that much with Diana Harrington. I know she has a serious uptight personality. Abby is laid back and fun. Diana is not fun. She's not mean but she's not fun.

"Okay." I came around the counter to give her a hug. "Have fun in Paris. Find love or a romance story."

She laughed softly. "Wait for my Chuck. I'm really rooting for him. Please. Wait a few weeks before you make a decision."

"I'll wait."

"Bye." She left the cafe and I stared after her. I feel a little lonely already.

I continued working with a big smile on my face. Chuck from 3B is a total heart throb. I can't stop smiling. I loved our date. But I'm still blushing after asking him to go 50 shades on me. Why did I say that? I'm a virgin. I can't believe I still am but it is what it is. Raj Senior will die if I try anything with a guy. I have never even been kissed. Will Chuck from 3B be my first in everything?

I reached for the vibrating phone in my pocket. It's an unknown number.

"Hello?"

"Hi chubby."