Summary: Jade describes the night she met the man who would change her life in her journal.
While we headed towards the docks, I tried to contain my nerves making small talk until Julie finally texted me back.
“Everything alright?” Liam asked, his eyes studying me fidgeting with my phone
“Err…” And before I could answer, Julie’s reply came to save the night.
“Just fine,” I smiled. By the time we got to the docks, the city has gone quiet and the night sky looked amazing. But nothing could beat the sight of him smiling as he saw the boat approaching.
“Part of me didn’t think you’d pull this off.”
“Maybe you just don’t know me very well.” Can’t let prince charming see me sweat, right? I always thought royalty as rich people living a fancy and glamorous life, but everything in his life seemed to be about commitment, sacrifice, and hiding emotions. I know him for just a few hours and somehow I’ll feel so connected to him. Maybe it’s his looks or his honesty or the fact that he’s so selfless and kind. Or the combination of all these things. All I could think about is how much I wanted to see that smile and kiss him. I wouldn’t have another chance to do it if I didn’t do it all that night.
So I did it. I kissed him. He looked surprised. Happily surprised, fortunately. “I’m glad to have met you, Jade. I’ll never forget this night…”
He took me home, kissing the back of my hand before heading back to the hotel he was staying. It almost felt like I was daydreaming this whole time. A prince? It’s hard to meet a nice guy in NY, let alone an actual gentleman. But the woody scent of his cologne lingered on my dress as a reminder of the night and a smile I would never forget. And thankfully, now I don’t have to.
