THE OWEN HEART BEAT

OWEN-66

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"What's wrong? do you need anything?" asked Mia, who was immediately aware of Elston's arrival. Face warms. While his heart began to beat with a rhythm that felt foreign.

Surprisingly, without Mia realizing it, she did not know since when, Elston's presence began to disturb her heart. Is all this because of that statement? or is there something else he is not aware of.

But all he knew was, Elston who was now with him, was a different Elston from the old Elston.

Elston who is currently Elston who has so many new sides is able to make Mia's feelings waver. A soft and warm figure. A figure he had never seen before.

"I'm looking for you." Elston's hands coiled comfortably on Mia's slender waist. While the girl was still standing comfortably on the edge of the pool. Trying to keep his position does not make them awkward. Although he must admit that at this time he feels warm because there is someone who holds it tightly.

...Ah-just there!...

Why does his heart have to beat like this? though before he never blushed even though Elston stole a kiss on his cheek. But now, just this close distance was capable of causing a strange sensation within him. Something thrilling and capable of eliminating focus in an instant.

"Need anything?" Mia gulped nervously. While his gaze was still trying to focus on the flickering reflection of the light of the lamp that glittered above the reflection of the clear pool water.

"Hem. There aren't. I'm just thinking about a lot of things."

Many things? is there anything that bothers Elston? or is it still about me and our relationship? I don't know. I'd better ask.

"May I know what that is?"

Elston faintly grinned. While exhaling warm breath makes mia's hair slightly bristled. "I'm thinking about you. I'm also wondering when you're gonna return my feelings."

Degs...

Turns right.

Elston's breath seemed to say that his feelings were quite tired. Tired of waiting, maybe. But strangely, the lips did not want to say a single word. But to Mia all of that was clearer even though Elston said nothing.

Elston has done a lot for himself. Loving her. Guarded it. Teaching a lot of things. Even the man changed for her sake. And now, Mia must make Elston wait for an answer to her previous confession.

"I'm sorry Els. If I've made you wait too long." Mia just didn't want to take Elston's feelings lightly. Because Mia knew that Elston brought all her sincerity when he said that the man loved her.

"I still can't give you a different answer Els. Because now I'm getting used to this. We're the ones who are making me feel comfortable and safe."

Although knowing if the answer again will make Elston disappointed, but Mia does not regret saying all that.

Because for Mia, her honesty is much better than having to say something she does not feel.

All because Mia has decided to learn to accept Elston's sincerity. He wants their feelings to have the same amount. Therefore, Mia did not want to rush with everything. Including the feelings he would give.

"You know, I'm not like this because I'm afraid of another relationship after my first one ended like that. But because of you Els." Mia released a hand that was coiled around her waist and started to turn around slowly to stare at Elston's bead.

Mia wanted to make sure that Elston understood her heart intent. "You're the one who made me feel comfortable living things like this." To Mia, Elston was already like a guardian angel. His feelings will always be fine every time they are together. And Mia also hoped otherwise.

But right now, everything just gets there. Mia doesn't feel anything else. He did not want to lose Elston, but he also did not want to force the man to continue to like him if Elston could not wait for his heart to change. In addition, Mia also still had fear in her heart.

"I don't want to ruin what we've been through just because of Els' status. You understand what I mean, don't you?" Mia did not want to repeat the same mistake she had done before. Mia doesn't want to get stuck on the same story. And really, Mia wanted to erase all those memories from her life.

Back then, his love was really too naive. But now, he doesn't want to do it anymore. Even if she can return Elston's feelings, Mia wants to live everything right. Slowly, but with the right taste. Not with something forced.

"I just want you to be mine, Mia. You know how I've been feeling all along. I like you so much. And to be honest, I also felt the same fear. But even so, I want our relationship to be more than just a comfortable word." Elston again tightened his embrace.

Mia could clearly hear how the man's heart was beating for her. It was inversely comparable to what Elston was feeling right now. The man was again overwhelmed by a feeling of uneasiness. All this because of that damned comfort word.

The word comfort is now like a new barrier in their relationship. That word should never exist in this world. It should be just a word; yes. I'm ready, and I want to. Only three words could exist between her and Mia. Not with any other word.

Elston always wanted that from Mia. Fill each other and also give each other without feeling hesitant, reciprocated, or forced.

"You know. I always get frustrated thinking about what if other people want what I want. I like the woman I like. And admire what I admire too. Just like before. And you know how it all happened, right?"

Just imagining that would have made Elston angry and hurt, especially if all his fears were to come true.

"You're exaggerating Els. I'm not that attractive."

"Sad. You're the one who doesn't know."

Elston grumbled like a child sulking. Because he knew, Mia was a flower capable of attracting so many bees. That's why he was always afraid.

"But I won't force you Mia. Because I really like you, Mia. I just want you to give me a chance, and open your heart. Slowly." pinta Elston gently.

And that's what I'm doing right now, Els..I'm trying to. For yours. Inner Mia.

"I still have a lot of time to wait, I'm not going anywhere either, because it's just slowly. Hem?"

If that was what Mia needed, no matter how long it took, Elston would just be where he was - waiting. I don't know when it should be like this. All these feelings really tormented him.

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Mia was so grateful for Elston's sincere feelings. Even for the life he lives today. All the opportunities he got, the time they spent together. All of this can happen for no reason.

"You are precious to me Els. And I don't want to make the same mistake I did in the past." Mia's fear made her unable to return Elston's sincerity just like that.

"If indeed this feeling has changed because of you, then I will say it with my own mouth. But you know, that I wouldn't lie just to make you happy for a moment. Because my wish, is more than that."

Elston knew what Mia meant. That's why Elston decided to wait. What he wants is a relationship that lasts forever. Not something temporary. And until that time comes, Elston will still hold out for Mia.

"I know Mia. I-i know. That's why I like you so much. Because you're the witch girl who's always been honest. You're not gonna lie to me. I'll give you some time until you realize how you feel about yourself."

Elston can wait. Only, he did not know how much more time he had. He is only a man, not a destiny maker. But Mia's honesty was already able to make her heart much calmer.

"May I hold you longer? I just want to be like this for a minute." Elston will miss this taste. This closeness, and also this warmth.

A soft hand that patted his back, made Elston feel reluctant to let go of Mia. "You're so mean. You're the first witch I've met in my entire life."

Thinking of the time left between them made Elston's heart again pummeled. He really didn't want to leave Mia. But he still has to do that.

"I will miss you so much my Aprhodite."

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...THE BONUS!...

...Elston as a dandy......

...VS...

...Elston is in love with Mia.....