Chapter 191: Worried

"Do you like it?" Noah asked, still hugging her behind.

"I love it. It's so beautiful." Aria could not take her eyes away from the beautiful sight. The city at night from where she was standing looked breathtaking. She had never seen anything like this before. Her eyes widened and her lips parted in wonder and awe.

"How did you find this place?" She asked, still not looking at him.

"Let's just say this used to be my hangout place."

This gained her attention and her eyes landed on Noah finally, much to his satisfaction. He was worried that Aria would not spare him a thought after seeing what was in front of her. 

"Hangout place?"

"Yes. Whenever Jo, Ian and I wanted to get away from the city, we used to come here. I have a resort ten minutes from here."

"That's awesome. But why did you bring me here?"

"I don't know when we will meet next. All I have is this little time with you and I want to spend as much time as possible with you alone." Noah spoke those words with such intensity in his eyes that Aria shuddered. The night was not cold, no. It was Noah's intense gaze and words that made Aria shiver.

"I just want to take you away from this world with me forever. But that would not serve any purpose. Instead, it will only depress you. I brought you here today in the hopes that at least I can take you away from the world for a day." Noah poured out his heart's wish in front of her completely. He did not shy away from showing his true feelings to her because he knew she trusted him. 

Aria's heart melted hearing his words. She could sense his possessiveness, love and affection for her in his eyes. His feelings were bare in front of her and she would be a fool if she ignored them. She felt highly treasured just by seeing the way Noah was gazing at her.

Without waiting another second, she lunged forward and kissed him heartily. It was as though he was the oasis in a dry desert, quenching her thirst making her crave for more. Noah did not see that coming. The sudden force pushed him back and he had to hold her waist tight to prevent her from falling. He was yet to return the kiss when Aria pulled back.

Not noticing his unsatisfied face, Aria once again turned to look at the beautiful sight getting lost in it and the man who had been left hanging, had no other choice but the take deep breaths to calm his raging desire.

"Come let's sit." Noah held her hand after some time of them gazing at the city. He led her to one of the trees behind them and he sat down leaning against it. He then made her sit in the front with her back pressed to his chest. They could still see the city from this position. Aria intertwined her fingers with his as she leaned closer to him to get his warmth.

Nobody said a word. It was calm and peaceful, but one could sense the love and warmth in the air. Noah's eyes were fixed on their interlaced hands. Her hand looked so tiny when they were interlocked with his. He couldn't stop himself from pressing on soft ones and once in a while, he would kiss those pretty little fingers. 

"Noah, are you going to miss me?" Aria asked after some time.

"No." He answered immediately.

His answer surprised her a little. Aria turned to look at him, but he stopped her. "Let's stay this way for a while."

"Okay. But why will you not miss me?" Aria's voice was barely audible. Noah could easily detect the sadness in it without fail. He smiled inwardly. His devilish side perked up wanting to tease her more.

"Why should I miss you?" He asked relentlessly, though his voice was not harsh. His raised his eyebrow when Aria turned back to see his face. His face held utter confusion. So, Aria could not detect the playfulness in them. 

"Because I'll be gone for a while." She uttered, but it came out more as a question.

"I haven't thought about it. Wait, let me see if I am going to miss you or not?" Noah pretended as though he was in deep thought while in fact, he was just watching Aria's hopeful face. Her wide, expectant eyes resembled that of a rabbits'. She was absolutely cute and alluring, tempting him to kiss her again and he did just that. However, much to his dissatisfaction, Aria dodged his kiss. 

"Why?" He wailed.

"First, answer my question." She ordered with a stern face. But to Noah, it did not feel like an order. Her voice sounded more like she was complaining.

"Let me kiss you first then I'll answer you." He inched his face closer to hers. But she dodged it again. 

"Don't try to deviate from the topic. Answer me." Her face scrunched up in anger.

"Fine." He obliged and started thinking again. It did not take him long to give her an answer. "I don't think I will be missing you."

"Why?" Aria became sad at once. Her thoughts ran wild. 'Maybe Noah does not like me that much for him to miss me when I am gone.'

Instaed of answering her, Noah marvelled at the various expressions that she showed on her face. It was like a kaledioscope, one could never know what to expect next.

Aria noticed him staring at her and she pinched his hand briging him out of his stupor. "Ouch. Aria, do you want to kill me?"

"Noah, how will a pinch kill you?"

"Just like that." He shrugged.

"How absurd." She huffed and turned back to gaze at the city, their previous conversation completely forgotten. Noah chuckled inwardly seeing her angry. He pulled her closer to him. Though Aria tried to protested, her strength was nothing compared to his. So, eventually she gave up and let him have his way.

Noah placed his head on her shoulder and hugged her. "Aria, I am worried, worried how I will be able to survive when you are gone." Aria's heart fluttered like a humming bird hearing him confess.

"You are lying."

"No. I am saying the truth. How am I going to survive this period in your absence? You have no idea how miserable I am just thinking about it. You are going to a place where your life is always at risk and the worst part is I will not be there to protect you." Noah kissed her cheek again and continued, "Promise me that you will be safe. Promise me that you will come unscathed. Promise me that you will return to me at all costs. Please."

Aria had never seen him this weak. The almight business king looked shattered and she had no idea how to console him.