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The waiter looks surprised and he composes himself instantly. He recognizes us by now, not sure.

I'll go ahead and order Tony's favorite food as per my research. That's the least I can do for him saving me earlier. Good thing it's in the menu.

"I'll have buttered shrimp and garlic bread." I smile at the cute waiter but it seems like he appears awkward. He nods and looks away.

"Seems like you know my favorite food. Why did you answer Chicken soup with lots of eggs earlier? It's a public knowledge that I'm allergic to that." He stares at me, waiting curiously for my answer.

Isn't it obvious that I don't want to date you? I was about to say that but I instantly remember Manager Kim's words.

"Oh well, not everyone knows about your allergies and I'm not aware that buttered shrimp is your fave. I just want to eat those." I lie.

"I also don't want to have a girlfriend yet, so don't concern yourself about that." He appears serious.

Just wow. Did he just read my mind? Is he a psychic?

"Close your mouth, Ms. Myers. I know I'm charming but please don't fall for me." He smirks.

My eyes grow wide and my mouth drops. OMG! He's surely a psychic! How did he know my last name? It's not printed out anywhere.

It's a family secret. I am a Business Tycoon's Illegitimate child. My father is Ron Myers, the owner and President of Myer's Grand Cruise Lines.

He and my mom, Grace Kelly, fell in love when she worked as his secretary. No one knows about this except Manager Kim. Did she tell Tony earlier?

It's my most kept-secret because I don't want anything to do with my father anymore. I go by my mother's last name. That's why I'm absolutely shocked that Tony knows my real last name.

"H-how d-did you know my last name?" I ask feeling on pins and needles. I don't want anyone to know my background.

"You left your wallet in the car earlier." He gives me my red wallet. I sigh in relief, "I checked who owns it, I saw your ID. You go by the name of Ash Marie Kelly. I just found out that you have a different last name." He explains.

"Kelly is my mother's last name. Need not say more." I'm now teary-eyed because I miss Mom. She lives in Texas with my Grandma while I'm based in New York. I'm doing this for her. Everything I do is for her good.

"I didn't mean to offend you. It's just an honest mistake because I wanted to know who owns that wallet." He says with sincerity.

"I'd appreciate it if you'll keep this a secret, Mr. Green" I stare at him. He nods in response.

The food arrives and we eat silently. The only sound I hear is the bell whenever the front door opens and also the footsteps in the background. I feel awkward so I decide to start a conversation. "So is this your first real date?" I know he never dated anyone, he just parties all night, almost every day. I regret asking about this though. Why did I ask the first thing that popped up in my mind? I made my voice sound happy and smile timidly.

Tony notices, "You know, there's always a time for everything. If you're happy, smile. If you're sad, cry. Don't hide your emotions. Some people totally lost their sanity because of that."

I can't help but laugh at his advice. He's got a sensitive side, too. My smile is now real this time.

"That's more I like it." He smiles back and his full mouth is so sexy. I feel myself blush.

He adds, "It's true, it's my first real date though."

"We're not dating for real. This is just all fake." In your dreams, I'll never date you, bad boy.

But I feel otherwise. My heart tells me that it's not impossible to fall in love with him. It seems like he's not the person others say he is. He looks nice and considerate to people. Yet my mind says this is why ladies fall for his charm, he comes across as a good guy.

"You said it yourself when you asked me earlier, remember? Besides, there's no camera here, only you and me. I'll consider this as my first real date." He moves his face closer to mine. His full red lips teasing me. My heartbeat is so fast and loud. I just hope that he can't hear it.

"How about you, Ash?" His fresh breath fans my face.

"W-what?" Okay, now I lost it.

"Is this your first date?" Seems like he knows what I'm thinking. He's smiling widely.

"U-uhm, no, of course. I've dated, uh," I count using my fingers. "Around 18 guys." Ash, get yourself together. He's not into serious relationships. Good thing I said that I've dated a lot of men but I'm not sure if it's a major turnoff to him though.

"Okay, so you're the expert here." He presses his back to his chair.

"Coming from a guy who goes to bars mainly to mess around with women. You dance and flirt with random girls every night."

"Sounds like you're jealous. Haha!" He raises his brows multiple times.

"Me?! Why should I?!" My voice is louder than before. Oops!

"You're fuming red. So obvious! It's fine. I get that all the time."

Such a big head! He's so conceited!

"I'll catch you again when you fall. Promise." He blows me a kiss and then smiles sweetly at me, flashing his two deep dimples.

Fine. I'm now gone to Mars.