He then took my hand and led me to the sitting area, which already had a small punk-hip-crowd. It looked like the overall structure was set up on purpose to look like a jumble.
Since we arrived there, six people have joined Leo. He greeted them with enthusiastic high-fives.
There were a couple of girls among the boys, but Leo looked the strongest person among all the boys, his daring personality shine through them all.
They all began stretching, warming up their bodies, loosening the joints and limbs. I first thought that they would be presenting B-Boying or hip hop dance, but boy was I wrong. I wasn't even close to thinking something this amazing. What I saw was beyond my imagination, and Leo was right—I couldn't take my eyes off him.
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Leo, who looked ever ready and in the lead, began to run straight ahead, and just as I blinked, he flipped over a boulder. Others followed suit, leaping between the structures, quickly moving along the ledges, jumping between the building rooftops, climbing the walls, and performing jaw-dropping stunts.
My eyes glued on Leo's movements. I was amazed by how effortlessly he maneuvered his body to move from one place to another quickly and efficiently without the use of any props.
Fear took over me rather than excitement. I was on the edge of my seat. I was gasping on every flip Leo did, holding my breath and then releasing the air of relief every time he landed safely. I was spooked seeing Leo performing all those dare-devil stunts, and in my mind, panic won over exhilaration.
Though this was a fantastic art of activity, it was dangerous. The viewer's discretion advised. Kids do not try this at home.
I was finally relieved when this acrobatic athletic event was over, mostly for my sake that my Leo was safe.
Leo and the group of friends celebrated their victory with shots of vodka and cheered yelling themselves - 'The Ninjas'. They all seemed to be having fun, and it never meant to compete with each other, just a venture to enjoy.
Leo made his way over to me, and I lunged forward and hugged him. I was happy to see him return safely, in one piece, to me.
"So, what do you think?" He was trying to catch his breath. He decided to stand rather than to sit.
"Umm. It was okay, I guess." I simply shrugged.
"Is that all you have to say? I had several bruised shins and broken bones, among others, doing what I just did."
"Don't get me wrong. I didn't mean to offend your talent. It was truly an art of vaulting, jumping, climbing- involved with flips and tricks- still dangerous. You did whatever other boys could do, and all of you were good at it. So, there was nothing to be impressed." I teased and tried to keep a straight face and suppress the laugh. His expression, however, was comical to see. He didn't look angry or mad, but you could see he was disappointed.
"What makes you different from them?" I looked over his shoulder at a distance where others were playing on their own.
"Are you challenging me, Aries?" His chest puffed up.
"Maybe I'm?" I bit my lip.
Leo said nothing; he took me by my hand and made me stand in the middle of the track. Everybody was looking at us with confusion, wondering what Leo was doing? And so was I.
"Leo, what are you doing?" I asked, pulling him by his arms, as a cold shiver ran down my spine.
"Do you trust me, Aries?" He cupped my face in his hands, staring intently.
"Wholeheartedly," I said, without breaking our gaze.
"Showing you one of my best moves yet. Don't worry. I won't hurt you in the process. I'm known for my ability to perform safely." He assured me and I nodded.
"Just stay still and don't blink." He gave me a vicious smirk.
With confidence showing on his face, he walked away further. Everybody, including me, was still curious about Leo's move.
He stood there and signaled me pointing his two fingers in a 'V' shape to his eyes than to mine, in a way saying 'watch me,' and gave me a devilish smile.
Holding his gaze with me, he started running toward me then jumped to flip in the air. Once again he jumped and then flipped over me with one hand stance. As he did his skill, his piercing blue eyes held my gaze, and before landing on the other side, he delicately pecked my nose. Then did some more stun before landing with the backward fall, in the end, it was remarkable. His moves were appealing. Leo served a stunt, and everyone hilariously hooted and cheered for him.
Our eyes were still locked together as he walked toward me with that dominant sexy stride. I remained silent, just drinking him.
"So, how do you like me now?" He said proudly.
"You took my breath away," I whispered.
"I was aiming for your lips, but-"
"Instead, you got my nose." I joked.
"Well, you have such a big nose... I mean..." He teased.
I gasped, and before I could argue back, he dipped me and smashed his lips on mine.
"What do you say, we get out of here?" He said, leaving me breathless.
I nodded.
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CHAPTER 10
I woke up early with a big smile on my face. I was extra bouncy to go to school today because today was the day I was going on a date with Leo and the most significant dilemma, I couldn't decide what to wear on my date? So this morning I made a flash decision—I chose the white lace dress. I packed it in a small bag and got dressed for school in my regular attire—a hoodie and baggy pants. I planned on changing the clothes after school was done—for my date with Leo.
Oh-My-God, I was going on a date with Leo. I squealed.
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