NOVEL WEB Having You Near Me
Chapter 17 : Having You Near Me
As they set off to explore the city once again, a sense of mystery lingered in the air, hinting at the secrets waiting to be uncovered on their journey to Chris's hometown and the elusive Mayari's temple.
Joy took Chris's hand, her fingers intertwining with his as they began walking together through the bustling streets of Dawn City. The lively sounds and vibrant colors of the city enveloped them, but all Joy could focus on was the sense of adventure ahead.
Chris led Joy with a purposeful stride, guiding her towards one of his favorite secret places. His excitement was palpable, and Joy couldn't help but feel a thrill of anticipation herself.
Curiosity sparked in Joy's eyes as she noticed Chris was taking her somewhere special. Trusting him completely, she followed without hesitation, her heart pounding with eagerness to see what hidden gem he was about to reveal.
Together, they stepped into a moss-covered, abandoned building, the air thick with a sense of forgotten history. The walls, draped in ivy and cloaked in shadows, seemed to whisper secrets of the past.
Joy looked around with wide-eyed curiosity, taking in the eerie yet intriguing surroundings. "What is this place? And why are we here?" she asked, her voice filled with wonder.
Chris turned to her, a warm smile playing on his lips. "You'll know soon enough," he replied, his eyes sparkling with excitement as he continued leading her deeper into the building.
Though her curiosity grew with each step, Joy remained silent, trusting Chris completely. She followed him eagerly, her anticipation building as she waited for him to reveal the hidden surprise.
Chris stops and look towards Joy with a smile. He took out a blindfold from his pocket and offer it to joy with a smile "Do you trust me?" He ask Joy with as he's eyes sparkles with anticipation and excitement
Joy blushed a little bit when Chris offered her the blindfold. She then nodded and took it from him "I trust you, i'll wear this." Her voice carries with trust and wonder
Full of trust and excitement, Joy put the blindfold on her eyes and then she waited for Chris to take it off. She was curious of what's behind this surprise
Laughing, Joy said, "Just don't lead me off a cliff or something."
Chris chuckled softly and gently took Joy's hand, his touch reassuring. "No cliffs, I promise," he said with a warm smile.
With her hand securely in his, Chris guided Joy through the labyrinth of his secret place, each step revealing more of the hidden world he was eager to share with her. Joy felt a mix of excitement and trust, her heart racing as they ventured further into the unknown.
Joy held Chris's hand tightly as she follow him with excitement. She was getting more excited because she still couldn't see anything
"Were almost there. Just a few more steps" Chris whispered at Joy's ear as they're getting closer to his favorite secret place
They continue to walk, when Joy felt stepping something smooth as she continue to walk "Wait it felt that we are walking through the grass"
"Okay were here. Keep your eyes closed for just a moment more." Chris said as he still holding Joy's hand, he then helps her sit on the bench
"Alright, I'm going to take off the blindfold now" Chris gently removes the blindfold from Joy's eyes. As her vision clears, she's greeted by the sight of a beautiful garden with many kinds of flowers and plants that bathed in soft, warm light from the sun.
This place is like a hidden garden at the center of the abandoned building who once a mall, now full of exotic and rare flowers
Joy's eyes widened and she looked at the beautiful garden full of different kinds of flowers.
She then turned to look at Chris with a surprised expression "This... This is incredible! You brought me here to see this? It's so gorgeous!"
"I'm glad you like it" Chris said with a warm smile, he then sits next to her on the bench they both enjoy the peaceful scene
Curious and Intrigue, Joy approached one of the flowers and smelled it. She looked at Chris again "This place is so peaceful... It's like a hidden paradise. Thank you for bringing me here."
Chris blush a bit, then he smiles at her with gratitude. Joy suddenly hugged Chris, she couldn't stop smiling because of the beautiful place that Chris brought her "I love it here... Thank you so much. You're a good person, i really like you..." Joy said as she couldn't control her emotions
Hearing Joy's words loud and clear, Chris suddenly blushing red "You really.... What?" He replies in surprised and embarrassed
The scene suddenly became awkwardly quite, Joy now realizing what she just told Chris. She then looked at him and blushed a little bit
Joy then broke the awkward silence and make it clear her words "I- I meant... Thank you for bringing me here, i mean... You are very kind to bring me here..."
Still blushing from what happened, Chris clears his throat then said "W-well, I'm your personal guide so, it's appropriate for me to bring you to this place"
Joy then giggled a little bit and looked at Chris "I know, but still... Thank you for bringing me here. I never thought that there would be such a beautiful place in this city..."
Looking at Joy's laughter, Chris smiles as he thinking about how her eyes light up when she laughs and how beautiful she looks when she's carefree as Joy went back to smelling the flowers, she seemed like she was in a trance from all of the beautiful scenery.
Joy didn't want this moment to end, She then turned to Chris and smiled "This is... So relaxing... This is the best day of my life. I'm so glad that i met you, Chris..... "
To be continued.....