Billionaire's Hidden Princess by Alegna Ciee (tharntype novel english .TXT) 📕

As soon as Livius makes his entrance, stunned silence sweeps all over the cafe.

"Woahhh... It's like I'm watching a scene out of a movie..." Leticia mused to herself in awe, slightly gaping at how his presence alone was able to turn people's heads.

Livius didn't really tell her anything else aside from confessing again at the same cafe, so when he came in with a fluffy pink teddy bear, a heart-shaped box of chocolate, and a bouquet of roses that is larger than the first one he had, Leticia is more than astonished and wonder-stricken.

Those things are not the main highlight, though - it's his very appearance itself.

Everything's on point and in accordance to her fashion advice - from the way he combed his hair back and all the way down to how he wore the clothes they bought the other day.

"Good, good! Way to go, Livi!" Leticia cheered in silence, praising his efforts at the same time.

At this point, everyone's eyes are on Livius.

The surroundings went silent still. It's as if a spotlight has been shed on him. 

Leticia notices how Alice's circle of companions begins to stir. She appears to be accompanied by her classmates all along, and as they start to talk among themselves, she overhears the blonde telling them that she seems to be somewhat familiar with this handsome newcomer - a notion that the others didn't dare lift an eyebrow at.

Then again, there are those rumors about the university's most popular girl and her legendary locker which always seems to be flooded with love letters and presents from her secret admirers. That's why if there's anyone at the cafe who's currently the most eligible receiver of this kind of public confession, it will be none other than Alice. 

The blonde herself has also recognized Livius already. Her entire frame even brightens up when they lock eye contact, and as soon as he starts making his way towards their table, everyone in her circle perks up, engaging in a round of cheers and coos.

But then, in each passing second, Leticia notices how the air around Livius is slowly changing directions. She just continues eyeing him intently while he makes a confident stride as if gracing everyone's sight with his ethereal presence, yet at the same time, her mind's drifting in space.

Livius just seems so cool and perfect to be in anyone's league now. 

He appears to be unreachable for some reason - far from that approachable guy she felt comfortable to spend time with. It feels like he's from a completely different world, making her wonder just how she was able to get on the same page with someone like him.

A mere minute - Leticia decided to allow herself to be jealous for a mere minute.

She knows that he's in love with Alice, and she wholeheartedly supports him, which is why she's been keeping herself from desiring anything else from him the whole time. Right now, though, she can't help but want to appreciate him to this extent.

Leticia can't help but desire him - at least for as brief as a fraction of second. Not because of his face or any other physical traits, but for the reason that he's strongwilled enough to change himself for love.

"How fortunate of her..." she then found herself thinking, glancing at Alice who eventually stood from her seat and began sauntering towards him.

It's finally happening for real.

Livius is about to meet halfway with his target of admiration.

Everybody else watches with exhilarated anticipation.

"Hey there... Aren't you that guy...?" Alice greeted with a delighted, ear-splitting grin.

But then, just before she can heave up a conversation, the unprecedented happened -

The blonde was already standing a couple of steps away from Livius when he suddenly walked past through her, striking her and everyone else flummoxed. She could only freeze at the spot while he just continued on with his stroll, not paying her any mind.

Flabbergasted by this twist of events, Leticia only remains unmoving and speechless. 

Livius has straight up ignored his crush.

Now that he's making his way to her, her insides start to tingle, her heart racing so fast that she can hear the pounding. 

Her throat constricts, her speech failing. 

She's beginning to lose sight of reality once more - just like what she usually does whenever she's with him.

At that very moment, as Livius shoots her an oh so dazzling smile, Leticia feels like she's dreaming with her eyes opened wide, and the only one that matters right then is him.