06

06

Arthur?

“Blooming as ever, Miss Emily.” Miss Rina, my workmate, said.

I smiled at them and put my bag on my table. My dad just called for me in his office. I have to go there first, knowing his schedule, he'll be busy later.

I felt someone standing next to me while waiting for the elevator to open. I was shocked when I saw that Arthur was standing tall. I raised an eyebrow at him, but he just looked straight ahead. I just looked away and ignored it; although his presence is intimidating, this is nothing since I'm used to an intimidating aura.

When the elevator door opened, I entered first before him. I immediately hit the right button on the right floor and quietly stood on the side. I can see his broad back, but I try not to look at it so much because I'll know he'll notice.

I was surprised when the elevator finally closed, and he started kissing me. My eyes widened, but soon I was drowning in his deep kisses. I feel like my dress will tear because of his touch. Although the dress is coming up, and I think her dress is wrinkled because of the way I'm holding it. I just lost it when his tongue entered my mouth. How can this be so good?

When the elevator rang, we immediately got away from each other. Both breathless and fixing ourselves.

"What the?" I sigh in relief when it's Nathan who enters. I just raised an eyebrow at him while fixing my hair.

“What the hell, dude? Here?” I heard him whisper to Arthur.

When I got to the correct floor, I left them there unattended. I don't think I can face him after that steamy kiss, but I stop mid-step. I meet them and look Arthur right in the eye.

“Who is it meant for, Arthur? Because if it isn’t for me. I think this should stop. ” I might be slutty, but I don’t settle for less. I left after leaving that statement, or was it a question?

As I walked into Dad’s office, I couldn’t help but regret what I said. What the hell, Emily? I thought you would do anything to make him yours? It’s already impossible then you even told him that! God! I want to scream in frustration, but of course, I can’t do that here, and what do I expect that those words meant to me? It was a one-night stand, for Pete’s sake, then I love you immediately. Of course, it’s impossible! Just stupid!

"Dad." I greet dad.

"Good thing you're here, sit." I sat down. “Your mom misses you; you haven't visited the house since you moved in. She’s inviting you to come to our house and have dinner together. ” Dad said while still doing something on his computer.

“Sorry, dad, I was busy, but I promise to come later. I didn’t bring my ca,r though.”

"Our driver will pick you up." I nodded and left after he said that.

I finished my work early today, so I first went home to the condo. Good thing our driver is already here because I'm too lazy to walk.

I took a bath and changed. Of course, I chose a conservative dress to wear. It's a light pink and below-the-knee dress, just like Mom wants me to dress.

I also went to buy a wine that dad wanted. They already have it in our home, but I don't want to go here empty-handed.

"Mom!" I hugged my mom when I stepped out of the car. It's already dark, but she's waiting for me. God! I miss her.

"I miss you, honey! You should visit from time to time; our house is silent without you here."

I will if I'm not busy, mo,m and I miss you too. I’m a little busy at work and trying to be independent."

"I can't believe you're growing up." I laughed at her remark and hugged her tight.

Soon we entered. Dad's waiting for us.

"They" re here! "I frowned when I saw Dad with someone at the table. When I realized who it was, I was shocked.

I thought it was a family dinner? Why is he here? Not that I'm

Complaining, but he can't see me with my parents! Only my friends know how I'm different from my parents.

"Dad!" my eyes were still manly when Dad met me.

"I hope you don't mind; I invited Engineer Arthur; remember him." Oh hell, you'll be shocked if you know.

"Yeah, I guess." I tried to sound uninterested.

"Oh well, let's eat?"

I get restless while we eat; Arthur and Dad are talking about business, mom and I are just listening to them, and Arthur and I are beside each other.

Sometimes his arms touch me, so I look at him.

"How's work, dear?" I looked at dad in shock.

"It's fine; my workmates are good to me."

"That's good; I thought you'd have difficulty interacting." I winced at what Dad said.

"She's an introvert and a shy girl." Dad suddenly said to Arthur.

"Oh? I can see that." He looked at me foolishly.

I wish I could disappear right at this moment! I feel so humiliated!

"Bear with her; I don't know if she even knew other people besides her friends."

"Dad!" I frowned.

"Sorry ho, ney, just stating some facts."

"I have other friends, Ma'am Tessa, and Ma'am Rina from work is a friend of mine."

"They're your colleagues, not friends," Dad said.

I just stared at Arthur and looked at mommy for help.

"That's enough teasing for your daughter." I celebrated when mom reprimanded Dad.

I even gave him a funny face that irritates him more. Dad and I just like bickering each other, and I always get the final laugh because Mom always backs me up.

I heard Arthur laugh, which made me stop making faces; when I looked at him, he just raised an eyebrow at me.

The dinner was made in no time, and I had to go home; Mom wanted me to stay, but I had work tomorrow and couldn't afford to be late. I also didn't bring any clothes.

Arthur and I went out of the house together, our driver would drive me home, but I was urged to ask Arthur to take me home.

I feel exposed, but I've been told more in front of him, so I guess it's OK? I don't know.

"You're very different in front of your parents."

"Why does that matter?"

"I just find it interesting." he shrugged his shoulders.

"You finding me interesting is new and interesting."

He looked away and couldn’t answer.  It's true, he doesn't have an interest in me, and suddenly he's amazed and even kissed me earlier.

I know I said he should stop if I love you doesn't mean anything and is not for me, but he has this aura that keeps me wanting him.

"What do you like more? Me that you know or me in the face of my parents?" I can't help but ask.

"That depends." his eyes are darker, just like that night.

"Do you want to be my fuck body?" I smile evilly.

"Emily!" his eyes widen.

"That was the first time you said my name, but I'm serious. Deal or Deal?"

"You're a kid."

"Is that really what you think of me, Arthur?" I said seductively while I ran my hands through his body.

"Emily, stop; your parents will see us." He sounded nervous, but my parents won't see us. This part of the house has no window where they can see.

"Then answer m,e Arthur." I hold his tie and pull it towards my face. I started kissing his lips and his ear.

"Emily, stop," he whispered with heavy breathing, not even bothering to move.

He can stop me if he wants, he's strong-- Stronger than me, but he chooses not to. I guess that's a yes?

While kissing him, I was taken aback when he let go. I was about to conclude that it was a no, but he threw his body at mine. He started to kiss my lips to my neck, making me moan, but his big hands covered his mouth, afraid my parents might hear us.

My hands wander around his body wantin,g to get rid of his clothes. He's the last person I had sex with, even though I tried to find someone who could make me feel like she did. I failed. 

And now that I'm kissing him in our parking lot feels excellent! I want him inside me.

We forget what we were talking about and are lost in what we are doing.

I jupe we'll leave her, or better do it in his car, cause I can't take it anymore.

"Arthur." I moaned when his hand almost touchtouchedearls.

"Shh," he whispered.

"Let's get out of here," I said.  Still panting, we entered his car, and he drove somewhere.

I kept biting my lips while he was driving. I'm looking over the window.

I kept biting my lips while he was driving. I'm looking over the wind, ow, and we're both silents.

I thought we were going to the nearest hotel, but he stopped his car when we left our village.

I smile at him. I didn't know he likes this kind of stuff. I haven't tried doing it beside the road, but I'll do it for him.

I was about to sit on his lap, but he stopped me from doing so. I got confused, but the look on his face told me he regretted what happened earlier.

"What's wrong?" I nervously asked.

"No."

"Huh? What do you mean?" My forehead frowned because I didn’t know what he meant.

"The answer to your question Emily."

My smile faded when I realized what he meant. I tried to act like it was nothing, but I kept failing.

We just made out in our house, and this is what I get after that? I'm not some kind of charity, always available when he needs someone to kiss. I'm more than that. I don't take this kind of shit from any man. My parents treated me like a princess, but I got treated like garbage? Nope.

"I understand. I'll get off." I didn't even try to hide my disappointed face. I don't care what he thinks.

"I'll take you home; it's dark here."

"I can take care of myself."

I got out of his car without hesitation.

He got out of the car, but I didn't care; I was focused on getting a ride to hear what he kept saying.

When a taxi pulled up in front of me, I boarded immediately, leaving him there.

MY TEARS BEGAN TO FALL before I could even shut down my mind. I kept wiping it away, but it just wouldn't stop.

I don't even know why I'm crying. I'm a strong independent woman, and now I'm crying over a guy?

I always say that my life shouldn't center on a guy, and I ate all those words the moment I met him.

I hate crying the most because I know I have feelings for him.

I don't even know him! I only know his name, work, work, and nothing more.

I've never cried because of a guy, and I have never had a relationship. I have this mindset that I want my first boyfriend to be my husband, and I would find a man who will love and respect me like how my dad loves my mom.

For a second, I thought Arthur would be that man I will marwouldnd who will have my child, but I guess that's all in my imagination. I thought he felt the same, but I was wrong. I felt betrayed, and I hated how he used me.

When I arrived at my condo, I immediately ran and went inside my room. I cried there like my eyes would pop out without even bothering to wash and change my clothes.