“W..Wine, I have wine.” He suggests“Wine?” I asked confused. “You’re not helping your case at all, how is that a good point?”“I was in the process of selecting a label brand and tasting the flavors of wine that was delivered today. I know it sounds like a chore but I promise it’ll be worth your while. We could even stick to the non-alcoholic ones if you want.”Even if it sounded more like work than actually fun, I didn’t want to go back to the house spending my day in a mundane way like I do every day.“Okay fine,” I said, allowing him to take my bag. I place my hands in the pocket of my trousers as I walk behind him as he leads me to the kitchen. The first thing I noticed aside from how spacious and pristine it looked was the amount of wine bottles displayed on his kitchen island.“Wow, is this how most of your day goes? Drinking wine?” I asked, glancing at him as he reached for the top cabinet, taking an extra glass for me since there was already one on the kitchen island.“More o
I lay on the living room couch in shorts and a cropped tank top with my legs over the armrest as I spoke to Shayna over the phone. I wish I had places to be instead of staying here all day. It’s been a week since I was over at Ethan’s and I was just telling Shayna about it. “You’re kidding,” Shayna exclaims, covering her mouth.“I swear I’m not, I was surprised too. William’s aunt, Celia, asked me to inform them that lunch was ready. She already told me her son was going to be there but never in a million years did I think it would be him.”“That’s so wild.” She comments, taking a sip from her bottle.“He even had the nerve to nudge my feet during lunch. I swear I was so rigid throughout, I just wanted the lunch to be over quickly.” I say slightly cringing as I recall that day.“This is so messy. If I were you, I swear I would have found an excuse to not be at that table.” She says rubbing the back of her neck. “I respect you for being able to sit through that Lunch.” She says laugh
I ended up going up to my room to change to something more presentable. I didn't know what to wear since Ethan didn't tell me exactly where we were going and I still cannot believe I agreed to go with him, but can you blame me? Being alone in this massive mansion is depressing. I felt exhausted doing the same things I did over and over again…I know it seems like I wasn't going to leave with him earlier, Sue me.And also I taught never to say no to free foodI opted for something more comfortable since Ethan seemed to be dressed that way."Nice choice," Ethan says, running his eyes over my clothes; a pair of high-waisted jeans, a cropped shirt, and sneakers."Where are we going?" I asked as I locked the front door and walked behind Ethan."Somewhere, don't worry, you're going to like it." He says, throwing me a look over his shoulder."That's what all the kidnappers say to their victims," I commented looking over at him as I stood by the front passenger door.Ethan folded his hand on
Hey, you up?; Read the text message, I glanced at the clock that read 11p.mWhy was he even asking that?It's been a week and a half since my first horse ride with Ethan, after then Ethan and I exchanged numbers and hung out a few times. He was easy going which made it easier to be friends with him. And as for William, we've grown further apart, not like we were even close to begin with. I hardly see him anymore nor do we exchange words, he now goes on a lot of business trips and for longer periods too.Presently, he was away again on another business trip, William talked, back to the message I got from Ethan. “No, leave me alone, I am still sleeping” I texted back, placing my phone on the bedside table as I got under the covers. Not up to a minute later, the sound of my ringtone slices through the silence in the room. I groaned already knowing who was calling. Maybe if I ignored it he would stop calling.I watched it as it rang, I let out a sigh of relief as it finally stopped, and
Exiting the bathroom, I blow dry my hair first. Once dry, I pack it into a ponytail before applying lotion and pulling on a cute purple and white striped shirt and jeans.I pick up my phone texting May that we were still going to meet up as I exit the room, making my way down the stairs.Making my way to the kitchen, I place my phone face down on the counter and open the fridge in search of a bottle of apple juice. Once I find it, I close the fridge door, unscrew the bottle cap, and take a gulp, blessing my tongue with its refreshing taste.I pick my phone back up, sliding it into the back pocket of my jeans as I walk out of the kitchen, drinking from the bottle. I shrieked, nearly having a heart attack, the contents of my bottle on my shirt, hand, and floor."Are you fucking blind?" William asks, giving me an annoyed glare despite his features looking tired. I ran my eyes over his work clothes which means he just got back from his trip. I wonder if it was successful but I knew this
"If you aren't ready in thirty minutes, I'm leaving without you," William says, forcefully slamming my room door behind him.William didn't tell me where we were going but I had prior knowledge that tonight was Ethan's birthday. He already told me a few days ago so I had enough time to get him a gift.I quickly curled my hair and slid on the light blue A-line gown. With my heels in hand, I hang my purse on my shoulder and pick up my gift as I rush to meet up with William just in case he truly decides to leave me behind.I get in the car with a few minutes to spare. I secure my seatbelts as William speeds out of the driveway to where Ethan's birthday is taking place.I slid on my heels and watched as the scenery went by. A couple of minutes later, we finally arrived at the venue which had me dropping my jaw.Ethan's birthday was taking place on a yacht. The yacht was by the dock, the bright lights on, giving it the allure of a party. William walked ahead, his face stoic as he boarded
William's P.O.V."Where are you off to?" Luke asked, walking into my office as I got up to leave."It's Ethan's birthday today. I can't afford to miss it with the multiple messages I've gotten from him.""Oh, that's today." He replied walking to my desk. "I just came to drop these, you can read through them tomorrow." He says placing some files on my desk. I nodded in agreement and we both walked out of my office together and parted ways in front of the elevator. I got off the elevator, unlocked my car, and began my drive to my home.I decided to park the car In front of the gate since I would be leaving again soon. I unlocked the front door and shut it behind me as I made my way upstairs to remove my work clothes. On my way to my room, hearing voices from Bailey's room, I paused in front of Bailey's room door and pushed it open, standing at the doorway. "If you aren't ready in thirty minutes, I'll leave without you," I said, slamming the door as I walked out of the room.A little u
Bailey's P.O.VI laid in bed, not in the mood to get up as I stayed recalling all that happened the night before, I couldn't think straight. I found it hard to fall asleep as I kept on tossing with my jumbled thoughts.Suddenly, I heard the sound of William's door closing and a few minutes later the sound of his car resonated in the building as he drove off to work.I still didn't move a muscle thinking perhaps I would fall asleep after an extra hour of tossing, I finally got out of bed and walked timidly into the bathroom to do my morning routine.I exited my room pausing on the stairs at the sight in front of me. Ethan sat at the stairs, His head raising at the sound of my footsteps. He stood up, making eye contact with me as he tucked his hands into the pocket of his slacks.How didn't I hear his car pull in? I thought, maintaining eye contact with him."Bailey." He utters."How long have you been seated here?" I ask curiously, not taking a step from where I stood."Not long." He s