Butterfly and the CEO
Chapter four
Ellie’s point of view
It's, Saturday morning and I wake up to someone knocking on the door; I groan as I pull the quilt cover over my head, it's far too early for this shit. It's probably a drunken guest trying to get into the wrong room. A few seconds later and the banging starts again, accompanied by some rather loud shouting.
“Ellie, get your ass up and out of that bed.”
Erin shouts through the door. Mumbling, I climb out of bed.
“Gees girl, I'm coming; wait a minute.”
What the hell is she doing here at this time in the morning and a Saturday morning at that? Doesn't this woman realise weekends are meant for lie-ins? I drag myself out of bed, putting my feet in my slippers as I cross the threadbare carpet before opening the door to Erin. She is, of course, her usual bright and bubbly self. I grumble as I say.
“Erin, it's eight o'clock on a Saturday morning; what are you doing here at this time.”
She giggles as she pulls me into a hug.
“I’m too excited to stay in bed, and my best friend is moving in with me today .”
She says as she steps into the room, looking around.
“Jesus Ellie, no wonder you can't wait to get away from here; it's not exactly the ritz now, is it.”
She looks around the grotty room in disgust; although she doesn't say anything, I can see her mind working is overtime; she's probably wondering what a top designer is doing living in a place like this.
Shrugging my shoulders, I sigh as I reply.
“Mmm yeah, it was kind of last-minute, and this is all I could find at such short notice.”
I quickly look away from her, hoping that there will be no more questions. She frowns as she says.
“Well, come on then, let's get you packed up and out of this shithole.”
.I quickly get changed and throw my pyjamas into my case, laughing as I zip it up as I turn to Erin and say
“Well, that's it; I'm all packed.”
Her mouth falls to the floor as she looks at my little case.
“Oh, is that all you have with you? I came to help you carry everything. I thought you'd have had more.”
I chuckle as I say.
“No, that's the lot. I like to travel light.”
Feeling a little embarrassed, I turn away and look at the floor, hoping that she doesn't ask any more questions. Of course, Erin being the fantastic person that she is doesn't bat an eyelid as she picks up my little case and says.
“Okay, let's get out of here then.”
She picks up my case and breezes through the door, leaving me running behind.
God, I love this girl……
We head into Conners cafe, where a young girl greets Erin.
“Hi, Erin.”
She says as we walk through the door. Erin smiles as she replies
“Hi Ava, this is Ellie, shes going to be moving in upstairs with us.”
The girl smiles at me as she says.
“Hi Ellie, it's nice to meet you.”
“You too, Ava.”
I manage to reply as I follow Erin through into the back of the cafe before she leads me up a flight of stairs and into a large apartment above.
“Oh, Erin, your apartment is lovely.”
I say as I follow behind Erin as she shows me around all of the rooms before she leads me into what will be my bedroom. The room is beautiful. There's a big king size bed along with a wardrobe and a dresser and also a little ensuite with a toilet and shower, and it's beautifully decorated; I stand in the middle of the room, looking around, willing myself not to cry.
Conner pops his head around the bedroom door as he says.
“Hey Ellie, I hope it's okay for you; Erin even stayed in last night making sure it was ready for you, and Erin never stays in on a Friday night.”
I laugh as Erin pulls her tongue out at her older brother as I reply.
“Oh, Connor, it's more than okay; it's beautiful thank you for letting me stay here and thank you, Erin, for doing all of this for me.”
Erin pulls Connor and me into a group hug as she says.
“Your welcome babe, I'm going to have so much fun living with my best friend and my big brother.”
Connor chuckles as he says.
“Okay, that enough of that; who wants a drink? Oh, and I've made some fresh pancakes.”
“You had me at pancakes.”
I say with a giggle as we both follow him into the large kitchen. Connor smiles as he hands out the pancakes before passing us both a drink. I've never seen a man so comfortable in a kitchen as he is; it's no wonder his cafe does so well. He smiles as he takes a seat on one of the barstools before he asks.
“So, do you ladies have anything plans for this weekend?”
Erin does a little sit down dance as she says,
“Yessssss……..Im taking my best friend out to celebrate.”
I turn to look at her as I reply,
“Oh, I was going to have a quiet night.”
Erin laughs, cutting me off as she says.
“No way, you and I are going to hit the town, and I'm not taking no for an answer.”
Placing my cup down on the counter, I say,
“Erin, I don't have anything to wear.”
Ellie laughs.
“I've got loads of clothes, don't you worry.”
I sigh. I don't really want to go out; I would much prefer to stay at home and watch a movie with a bottle of wine and a pizza, but looking at Erin, she isn't going to take no for an answer. She crosses her arms on her chest, frowning as she says.
“Ellie, where are all your clothes and belongings? You hardly have anything with you?”
I feel myself blush as they both look at me. I gulp before I say.
“I had no transport, so I wanted to travel light for the interview as I wasn't sure I would get the job. I can get the rest of my belongings sent over now that I have a place to stay.
She looks at me a little concerned, but thankfully she doesn't say anything else as she quickly changed the subject.
“Okay, well, we don't have to worry about that; my wardrobe is full.”
Connor laughs as he says,
“She's not kidding.”
I sigh as I say.
“Okay, okay, you got me; looks like I’m going out tonight then.”
Erin squeals as she hugs me and spins me around. My god, where does this woman get her energy from? I can't help but giggle back, though, as Connor shakes his head, laughing at the pair of us.
I spend the rest of the day talking to Erin and Connor, mostly about work. Erin tries to ask a little about my past, but I quickly changed the subject back to the pair of them and, thankfully I don't think she notices. I smile as I listen to the pair of them. It's nice to feel as though I belong. I have a job and a new home; I can see a future here. I just hope that it's not all too good to be true.
As Erin disappears to take a shower, Connor turns to look at me as though picking up on my nerves and the quick subject changes as he asks.
“Is everything okay Ellie, I’m sorry, I know that Erin can be a bit full-on at times, but she doesn't mean to pry.”
I smile as I reply.
“Everything is fine Connor, I just haven't been out for a while, and I know Erin means no harm.”
He nods his head as he says.
“Well, you take it easy, Ellie, and don't let Erin talk you into anything you don't want to do. I will probably bump into you in town. I have a hot date tonight.”
I laugh.
“I will, Connor, thank you.”
Later that evening, Erin drags me off into her bedroom; she wasn't lying about the clothes. I feel like I've walked into a boutique; she pulls something out of her wardrobe as she says.
“What about this? The colour would look amazing on you.” She picks out a gold-coloured top and a short skirt, and I laugh nervously. There's no way I can wear that. I can't show anyone my stomach. I pick out a beautiful lace black dress, mid-length with long lace sleeves. It's simple yet elegant, and it covers everything that it needs to. I blush as I say.
“What about this? This is more me.
Erin looks at the dress as she says.
“MMM, okay if that's what you want, but if I had a body like yours, I’d be showing it off.”
I slip into the dress, and it perfectly hugs my figure yet covers all of my skin. It looks elegant and sexy, and I smile as I look at myself in the mirror.
Erin turns to look at me as she says
“Wow, I take it back. You look fucking hot.”
I giggle as I slip on my shoes and find a black bag; Erin has a rather short backless dress on, something that a few years ago I would have picked out for myself. We make our way into the living room, where Conner has already poured us both a glass of wine. He lets out a whistle when he sees us both as he says.
“Wow, ladies, I'm going to have to fight the boys off you two tonight,”
The three of us finish off the bottle of wine before heading out of the door for our night on the town. It's been a long time since I last had a night out.
I'm actually quite excited now…..
Butterfly and the CEOEllie's point of viewChapter 5So It's my first night out, in a very long time alongside my crazy new friend, and I'm actually having fun…..Erin drags me into yet another nightclub, ordering us shots before she pulls me onto the crowded dance floor.I'm swaying to the beat of the music and feeling free; my hands in the air as we're moving to the music, that's when I can sense him feeling that now-familiar tingle down my body; I know he's here, looking up, I can see he's looking at me as the hairs on the back of my neck stand up, he's looking right at me his intense blue eyes sending an electric current through my body, I
Butterfly And The CEOChapter 6Zac's point of view.It's Thursday morning, and I'm heading into work. As usual, I am the first one there, well apart from one of the security team, I like to be here before the rest of the staff. I grab a coffee from the machine before I make my way into my office, opening up my laptop as I check my schedule for the day.I have a couple of interviews today, as I am looking for a new designer to join my very talented design team. The first name on the list is a Miss Ellie Simms; this woman's designs blew me away. She is a very gifted young woman. I was very impressed with the de
Butterfly and the CEOChapter 7Zac's point of viewIt's Saturday night, and I still can't get the alluring redhead out of my thoughts. I've decided that come Monday morning I’m going to ask her out on a date. Yeah, me, Mr CEO Harris, who doesn't do dates. Don't get me wrong; now I like a bit of female company, same as any other red-blooded man, but actual dates, that’s a big no. I’m a love 'em and leave kind of guy less hassle that way, but Ellie, there's just something about that woman that pulls me in. Fuck the no dating staff rule. This is my company, and I make the rules.So I guess it's time to change them.I call m
Butterfly and the CEOChapter 8Zac's point of view.I'm sat at the bar waiting for Ellie to return, looking at my watch I realise she's been gone for twenty minutes, I can see the ladies toilets, from where I'm sitting, and I haven't taken my eyes off the door, so I know she's still in there. Knowing how drunk she was, I'm starting to feel a little worried as I shout my head waitress over."Tess, can you do me a favour and check the ladies for a redhead."Sh
Butterfly and the CEOChapter 9Ellie's point of view.I wake up the following morning, with a banging head as I vaguely remember some parts of the previous night; I know Zac was sitting on the floor with me in the ladies toilets, his gentle voice calming me as he stroked my hair, as he told me everything was going to be okay.He called me baby! He told me he was here for me.I don't remember much after that.
Butterfly and the CEOChapter 10Ellie's point of viewThe rest of Sunday passes by as I nurse my almighty hangover. I did have a shower and put my Winnie the pooh pyjamas on, which did make me feel somewhat better. I currently lay on my bed watching Netflix when Erin knocks on the door before peeping her head around it. She's grinning when she says to me.“Ellie, you have a visitor, hunni.”I frown as she walks over to the bed. I don't have any friends. No one would
Butterfly and the CEOChapter 11Ellie’s Point of viewIt's seven pm, and is Zac’s knocking on the apartment door. I open the door feeling the butterflies in my stomach as he looks at me and smiles as he says,“You, look beautiful Ellie.”He takes my hand in his as my heart skips a beat. Wow! What is it with this man? He leads me downstairs through the cafe and outside to where his Alfa Romeo 4C waits. I smile as he opens the door for me. He's a perfect gentleman, and it's been a long time since someone held a door open for me. I slide inside, sinking down into the luxurious leather seat before I turn to look at him as I
Butterfly and the CEOChapter 12Ellie’s point of viewI push myself towards Zac as I kiss him sweetly on his lips. Fuck he tastes so good. It sends a shiver down my spine and straight to my core.He smiles down at me as he returns the kiss, kissing me with more passion than I ever thought possible. I moan as I wrap my arms around his neck, the electricity building between us. Zac runs his hands up and down my spine, caressing my skin as he whispers into my ear.“Your so fucking beautiful, Ellie.”I love the way he says my name in that deep sexy voice of his. He gives
Butterfly and The CeoChapter 53Ellie's point of view.I smile as I look up at my new husband, and I say.“I love you too, Zac.”The wedding celebrant shouts over the crowd.“If the wedding party would like to make their way over to the reception area.”I pull sac back as we watch the other walk over to the tables and chairs on the beach, and I say.“I have something for you, Zac.”
Butterfly and the CEOChapter 52Ellie’s point of viewOh my god, I'm getting married today!I spent last night at Erin and Connors place with the rest of the bridal party, a night of stories and giggles, a night that my beautiful best friend spent topping up my glass with non-alcoholic champagne.I'm lying in bed when Erin comes flying through the door.“Wake up, lazy, we have a wedding to get ready for.”She says as she pulls the duvet off me. I grin as I reply.
Butterfly and the CEO Chapter 51 Ellie's point of view. I'm still sitting on the toilet, wrapped in Erin's arms. She pulls away from me to look at the pregnancy tests again, tears in her eyes as she whispers. “I can't believe that I’m going to be an Auntie.” I giggle as I reply. “I can't believe that I’m going to be a Mummy.” Erin smiles before she says. “You're going to be the best mummy ever Ellie, Oh God, I’m so excited.”
Butterfly and the CEO Chapter 50 Ellies’s point of view. Erin stands in the doorway looking at me with a frown on her face as I reply. “Yeah, I am now. It must have been something that I ate. The smell of the coffee has really turned my stomach.” Erin looks at me as she says. “It is funny that the smell of the same coffee that you have every single day makes you feel sick today, don't you think Ellie?” I frown as I reply. “What do you me
Butterfly and the CEOChapter 49Ellie’s point of viewThe next few weeks pass in a blur of dress alterations, Flower picking, Invitations menus and so much more, who knew that organising a wedding was so stressful. I'm sat at the dining room table trying to work out the seating plansI place my head in my hands as I say.“Arhhhh , why did I say we would get married as soon as possible.”Zac chuckles as he says.“Because you cannot wait to become my wife and I cannot wait to become your husband.&rd
Butterfly and the CEO Chapter 48 Ellies’s Point of View. I look around the packed room, I still can't believe the amount of people that have turned up to support the Butterfly trust. With a shaky breath, I lean into the microphone as I say, “Thank you all for being here tonight, I never expected to see so many people supporting the butterfly trust and I’m forever grateful to every one of you.” I carry on explaining how and why the Butterfly Trust started and my own personal experience starting from the beginning when I first met Sam before finding the courage to f
Butterfly and the CEOEllie’s point of viewChapter 47The butterfly trust is almost finished, and we have a grand opening to organise. Zac has really pushed with the publicity side, and we have so many sponsors lining up to back the charity it's unbelievable. Everything is really coming together now, and I'm so proud of all of the work that everyone has put in.All of the design team have worked with me, yes that includes Rachel, and each one has put their own personal style into it; it looks incredible.I've organised a meeting this morning with Audrey, as I have something that I want to ask her.
Butterfly and the CEOChapter 46Ellie’s point of view.We both laugh as we watch Erin disappear back out of the office.“So, do you have any ideas for our wedding Zac?” I ask.Zac chuckles as he replies.“As long as I am marrying you, baby. I’ll be the happiest man alive. I’ll leave the rest up to you; I want you to have the perfect wedding day.”I smile as I say.“I’d love to get married on the beach, where you pr
Butterfly and the CEOChapter 45Ellie’s point of view.I clear my throat, turning to look at Zac as I carry on Talking.“Thank you all for coming here today. I’m sure that most of you know my story, but for those who don't let me start at the beginning.”Zac gives me a reassuring smile as I carry on.“I spent three years in a violent relationship, Yeah You know how it goes. Things were good to start with, and I fell in love with who I thought was the perfect man, or at least I thought I fell in love. I know that's not true now, as now I know what love really is.