I don't know if it is just me or Alexa's silences really became longer than usual. She keeps on friendly smiling while seeing me but her the spark in her eyes is kind of different. Whenever I ask her for an advice, she just helps as much as possible. She acts normally and warmly. She laughs and makes jokes at my dating questions. She just loves pointing out how clueless I am when it comes to girls and their needs. At times , I even join her laughs discovering how cheesy my pick up lines are.

I felt truly bad for bringing another girl to this house. It was a pure mistake. I am just used to driving to this building now. When my date offered to go to "my home", I instantly drove here. The building that I am sharing with Alexa feels more like home than my older apartment. I forgot about the rules that we sat for each other. I was just so captured by the red head of a model that kept on licking, kissing and biting my neck. I was in another world and being with this girl made me less angry; I was mad at my group. I was not on talking terms with them because firstly the girls unexpectedly invaded the world of Alexa and the guys are apparently dating her now. They turned the silent introverted Alexa to a kind of a promiscuous rebel.

The idea of Eric and Chris spending alone time with Alexa angered me. I told Luca when he came the next day of our fight and he had my exact reaction and agreed with me. He also thinks that those guys are bad influences. We teamed trying to convince Alexa of staying home. Yet her stubborn self took over, she fought Luca and challenged him. She huffed and said that we are too protective, that she is old enough to do what she wants and that no one will and can influence her.... I felt bad , after that, for causing such drama between them and decided to stay away. I kept on being silent and allowed Alexa to do what she wants...

When she went on her first date, I went out, found a nightstand and finally got back home. While getting undressed and undressing the girl beneath me, I heard some light clicks of heels echoing along the second floor. Those light sounds brought me back to earth and like a teenage boy I felt caught. I rushed off of my date and tried to compose myself. I shushed the girl and ordered her not to make any sound. I hoped for Alexa to miss the existence of this other girl. I walked out of the room, trying to act normal. My eyes though fell on a beautifully dressed Alexa. Her black dress hugged her rightly but didn't show a lot. It was a tease of a dress. My eyes roamed her body and her eyes did the same to my naked torso. I felt sudden happiness as she blushed and looked away. It made me feel proud of my body even more. However, I didn't know what to say or how to act...I was now the silent one well until she broke the silence thanking me and then ordering me to go back to my date...I felt something shattering inside of me and for the first time I walked to a half naked girl with heavy feet and an unwilling mind.

"So what was the surprise date?" I finally managed some courage to ask

Alexa smiled a bit wide and brought her mug close to her lips. She did not take a drink but rested the mug on her lips as if remembering the date and enjoying its memory. I like a kid felt impatient. Slight anger started to take over me as Alexa's eyes shined brighter. I cleared my throat bringing her back to earth from god know what cheesy memory she was reliving. I eyed her harshly and her eyes questioned mine.

"It was fun. Christian is an amazing guy." She simply informed and my chest tightened a bit. Why am I feeling this strange about Alexa and her love life while she just helps around with mine?

"You mean an amazing player." I corrected trying to sound as playful as I can. I went over and sat next to her on the sofa. She , then, turned around and faced me like always. The distance that she used to keep is slowly vanishing and I feel happy knowing that she is not keeping her walls around me anymore. I am slowly breaking through her defenses.

"An amazing guy. I mean it. He knew , from you, that I am an introvert. He also knew that I love to draw. He put one information with the other and took me on a painting date. There is this huge art gallery that offers classes for couples only and well Christian wanted to out do my date with Eric." she confessed laughing lightly and I felt a need for violence growing in me " He did out do Eric. He even ordered sparkly water for us instead of wine. He was so considerate and friendly, such a good guy." She finished finally taking a sip out of her cup and I went rigid.

"Sounds like fun." I managed to get out trying to control my anger as best as I can

"It was." Alexa accorded nodding like a kid. Happiness clearly radiating from her.

"Just don't trust him fully. Eric and Chris are both players at heart." I concluded sounding rough then stood up to leave but a small hand captured my bigger hand making me freeze. Her hand was small and it smooth and warm against my skin. She tightened her hold on my hand making a feeling of comfort and easiness erupt through my whole body. I was stunned at how a small gesture done this girl can change my whole temper...What is she doing to my rough unreachable playboy nature.

"Why are you still distant? I apologized and thanked you. Even Luca forgave my outburst." Alexa hushed in a small voice and I hated how I just acted. I never wished to make her feel bad. I am just feeling weirdly these days.

"I am not and you did. Now it is my turn to say sorry. I have been burdened because I broke one of our rules." I confessed sitting down "That night, the night of your first date, I brought a girl home. I didn't meant it in a bad way. I didn't mean to break any rule. She just said take me home and I guess I feel at home here. My old house does not hold any value to me anymore. I am used to driving here, eating here and sleeping here. This is my home. But I promise to never break that rule again. I will always keep in mind that it is your home too and you have every right to ask me to keep my girls away. I , too, will prefer if you keep your Chris and all your dates away from this house. This is a space meant for us only. This is our safe zone" I ended and she nodded immediately

"Mistakes do happen and I won't bring anyone here." she promised offering me a sincere smile

"Thank you." I said and without overthinking it I just hugged her tight bringing her to my chest. She used to freeze and still did but for a very short time. Her hands sneaked around my chest and her head rested right on my chest. She seemed comfortable when I looked down at her and that made me smile. At least, she feels like this home too just like I do. We are both comfortable here. We are both becoming best friends and that makes me happy.

"So should I call Chris and promise to break his neck if he breaks your heart?" I joked allowing Alexa to escape my hold and instantly missing her

"We are just friends. I have no plans to ruin the friendship with him." She confessed back

"But you seemed like a teenager in love, when you talked about your date." I teased more feeling my chest getting lighter as her words repeated in my head

"I sounded happy because your group and you seem to care about what I like. You all are good people regardless of your romantic endeavors." Alexa explained with a hint of a giggle at the end making me feel warm

"Well, I must confess you and Luca are both greater people." I said and she nodded laughing

"Yeah we are." she teased

"How humble!" I mocked playfully

"Yep" she mocked popping the "p" "But truly, your friends said that you have a good heart and I am lucky because I chose you out of all other men to play the role of my fake husband." she announced with a bright smile making me mirror the same feature

"I am lucky to have you as a fake wife too. Marriage couldn't be easier." I said back earning a nod.

"Now let's watch my new series "the good doctor" " Alexa cheerfully yelled like a kid and I laughed at her giving her the remote.

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