When I found you... Chapter 5(Jaevon Fanfic)

Sunlight was streaming from the windows in between the curtains. Devon stirred from a dreamless sleep. She opened her eyes and cast a look towards the two beds opposite her. Her friends are still asleep that she quietly went out of bed and tiptoed towards the bathroom. She took a bath and dressed. She left a letter to her friends telling them that she’ll just go out and buy something for their breakfast. She look herself up on the mirror, she then proceeded to the door.

What a beautiful morning, Devon thought smiling as she went on her way in search of a bakery.

Just around the corner a small bakery stood. She went inside and looked at the delicious bread and cookies displayed in dozens of baskets lined up which were covered in glass. Devon was finding it hard which one to choose. She was debating between sprinkled chocolate with sweet honey French bread and bread pudding with vanilla cream sauce when a voice behind her spoke.

“I think this one’s better.” The man said.

Devon turned around and saw Ivan pointing to some delicious-looking bread. The little card beside it said banana nut bread with blueberries.

“This is better. Trust me.” Ivan said smiling. Devon returned the smile and went to stand near Ivan.

“Oh, Really? How did you know? Have you tasted it?” Devon asked with a teasing smile.

“Yep, I have. In fact, I’m gonna buy you a dozen slices as a way of saying thank you for doing that to my friend.” Ivan said grinning.

Devon was a little surprised and baffled by what he said that she just stared at Ivan.

Friend? Who is he talking about? Devon thought. And then it dawned on her… the tall guy with eyes that looks like it has been slit. Seeing her look of horror and embarrassment, he hastily reassured her that it’s alright.

“Don’t worry, he’s alright. Nobody ever did that to him. And I guess it was a shock for him, because he’s afraid to even go out now.” Ivan said chuckling.

Devon groaned and covered her face with her hands.

“I’m really sorry. It was a really big mistake. I shouldn’t have done that…” Devon said miserably.

“Really, it’s alright. Calm down.” Ivan said patting her gently by the shoulders.

“You don’t have to buy me a dozen of them. It was my fault….” Devon pointed out.

Ivan just smiled and ordered a dozen from the saleslady.

“Here, take it.” Ivan said and handed the bag to Devon who gave a sigh of resignation.

“I might as well take it. Thanks.” Devon said with a smile. Ivan smiled back. They went out from the bakery and walked together to the hotel.

“Oh, I forgot to introduce myself. I’m Ivan. Ivan Andersen.” Ivan said handing out his hand to her.

She took the outstretched hand and introduced herself too.

“I’m Devon Gutierrez.”

“Devon… nice name.” Ivan said and let go of her hand.

They talked about anything on the way and stop once in a while to look at some shops until they forgot to go back to the hotel. They reach a coffee shop and decided to sit there and continue their debate about the best place to visit. Devon was having her 7^th sliced of banana nut bread with blueberries when Ivan contradicted what she said.

“I still think that Jamaica is the best place to go.” Ivan insisted.

Devon who was chewing her bread said otherwise.

“No! I believe Greece is way better than Jamaica.” She demolished.

They talk and debate about certain things that they didn’t see the time have passed by so quickly.

While Ivan was laughing at what she said, Devon remembered the time when Enrique used to laugh with her… that she fell silent and just continued to eat her food.

They walked near the shore and continued their discussion about places they’ve been to. Every now and then Devon can’t seem to help herself think of Enrique that she’s finding it hard to talk to Ivan with ease because of the tears that threatened to flow.

It was almost one in the afternoon when Devon realized that Fretzie and Yen must be worried sick about her. She was just about to say good bye to Ivan when James came over to them looking rather grim.

“Hey James, come and join us.” Ivan invited.

“Where have you been? Brett and Ryan were looking for you because you said you’ll buy food for breakfast which never came. Now, I have to buy them their breakfast. You owe me a few bucks.” James said irritably.

“I’m sorry, dude. I’ll pay you when we get to the hotel. You see, I lost track of the time.” Ivan reasoned out looking at Devon meaningfully.

James turned his attention to the girl opposite him.

She looked more beautiful on broad daylight James thought. Devon avoided his gaze and just sat there silently.

“You were with her all this time?” James asked.

“Yep, I was.” Ivan answered.

James then looked at Devon unsmiling.

“We meet again.” James said.

Devon looked up and was surprised to see the look on his face. It was so different to the face she saw last night… the face that smiled to her.

“Yes… hello.” Devon responded.

Ivan’s phone rang.

“It’s Brett. I wonder why he’s calling.” Ivan said and excused himself. James just stood there without glancing at her. Devon preferred it though because whenever that eyes of his look her way, she finds it very difficult to breathe. Ivan came back with a look of disappointment.

“I gotta go. It’s Ryan…” Ivan sighed.

“What happened to him?” James asked.

“He was cutting some potatoes and sliced his fingers instead. You know how he gets when he sees blood.” Ivan said rolling his eyes. Ivan gathered his things and turned to face Devon.

“I’m sorry. There’s trouble back in the hotel. It was nice talking to you, Devon.” Ivan said and bent down to kiss her on the cheek.

“It’s alright. I bet I’ll be seeing you around anyway.” She said.

“Keep her company.” Ivan said to James. She was about to protest when James agreed.

Her heart seemed to have grown wings coz it seemed to be flying out of her chest.

James sat down to where Ivan had seated. She was seating on the edge of her seat feeling nervous while avoiding his gaze.

“How are you?” James asked.

Devon glanced up and saw him watching her.

“I’m okay.” She answered.

“I’m James, by the way. James Force.” He introduced and stretched out his hand to her.

“I’m Devon… Devon Gutierrez.” She said and took James hand who gripped her hand longer than necessary.

“You look beautiful.” He said.

She was surprised not by the words but the way he said it. She looked up and flushed at the intensity of his stare.

“Thanks.” She said pink-cheeked, avoiding his eyes.

“It’s a fine day, don’t you think?” he said looking around and stretching his arms.

“Yes, it is.” She said and looking anywhere but to James direction.