Chapter 3

(Trevor)

It took a lot of willpower for me to not talk about what transpired nine years ago. Christina mustn't know how hurt I was with what she and her friends did. The pain was still there. It was deep. I didn't know when it would disappear or if I would be completely healed. This woman was not even aware of how intense my feelings for her were. I was angry, obsessed and I lust after her. I would definitely have her in any way I could. I would take my fill before I dropped her like a hot potato. Maybe that was the cure so I could finally get her out of my system then I would at last heal. I had my anger in control until she asked me who told me that she was available. Something inside me snapped.

And what the f*ck does she mean by that?- I furiously asked myself.

As far as I knew she had no boyfriend nor a suitor because she didn't want to. Alice's cousin was just so damn persistent and I would deal with him really soon. It just wasn't possible that she wasn't single unless Alma didn't do her job well. I clenched my fists and slowly took in some air and unhurriedly released it. I would call the female bodyguard later. I paid her a huge amount of money so she couldn't afford to make a mistake.

Calm down. She is just bluffing! I convinced myself as I continuously stared at Christina.

She was keeping the eye contact but I saw fear in her eyes. I had to give it to her that she was trying very hard to look defiant.

"I am not like your bitches so don't you dare talk to me like that! I am not promiscuous like them because I'm a decent woman!"

I gulped down my drink then put the glass on the table.

"So what you're saying is that I've only been with such women because no decent female would like me? You still think of me as the geeky pathetic guy from nine years ago. Sorry to burst your bubble but believe it or not, it has been many years since my taste in women changed for the better," I said sarcastically.

I saw her gripped the edges of the sheet which was covering her breasts.

(CHRISTINA)

My nostrils were flaring as I try to control my anger. Did he mean that in the past, he had low standards when it comes to women that's why he wooed me? I was ready to tell him what I thought of him but he spoke again.

"Where I came from, casual sex is common. No need for a commitment. I f*cked a nurse, some models, a flight attendant, a dentist and even a teacher. I stopped chasing women ages ago. Beautiful females now come to me willingly and I don't need to pay just to satisfy my sexual appetite," he said dryly.

I felt a sharp pain in my chest. He was proud of the women he bedded which really made me lose it.

"How about a mermaid? Have you tried f*cking one? Anyway since you've been busy, I wonder if you have any sexually transmitted disease yet?" I hissed, "Manwhore!" I added in a low voice because I didn't want him to hear.

To my surprise, he laughed which made me gnash my teeth. I let him laugh wishing that he would have a cardiac arrest but I almost groaned in frustration because his laughter was so sexy. The beast somehow became more attractive because his scowl disappeared. He looked younger and less cynical. I saw a trace of my old Trevor. I scolded myself for comparing this arrogant male to the Trevor I hurt but I soon realized I loved. It only hit me when I lost him. I was regretful and wanted to apologize to him but he disappeared. I lost the man who loved me unconditionally because of my stupidity. The Trevor I loved before was the exact opposite of the man I was looking at now. The new him might look way hotter and yummier which I wished he looked years ago but his attitude was something I couldn't take .

Be careful what you wish for! I reminded myself.

He had changed a lot physically but his ways were unacceptable to me.

"I think you are more fun now, honey," he told me once he stopped laughing.

I angrily got out of the bed after wrapping the sheet around my body.

"I refuse to be a womanizer's amusement! Go find yourself a playmate! Where are my clothes?!" I rasped.

He chuckled again. "In the bathroom. You were flashing go signals when I got you from the bar so I thought you wanted me to bang you. Don't worry! Next time, unless you come willingly to me while you are sober, I won't touch you. However desirable you are, I never forced a woman to have sex with me unless you seduce me..." he said while running his eyes on my body under the sheet.

I jutted my chin. For sure he was just fabricating stories. I remember that I had too much to drink so I probably passed out so how could I do what he accused me of?

"Dream on!" I angrily said as I marched to the bathroom and I almost stomped my foot in annoyance when I heard him laugh.

***

He insisted to drive me because it was late. I didn't want to but I had no choice. It was better than staying in his apartment.

I didn't talk to him during the drive. I was thankful that he didn't initiate a conversation although he was glancing at me occasionally. I wasn't surprised that he knew my address. He was capable of doing anything. He stopped his BMW in front of my small apartment. I got out without even glancing at him or saying thank you. I closed the door and was rummaging in my bag for my key when he put his window down.

"You are going to work with me whether you like it or not! And I forbid you seeing Robbie Alfonso! I can make Alice's cousin's life hell by ruining his business remember that! I expect you to be at the office tomorrow at 8 a.m. sharp! " he said in a clipped tone before he put up the window again and drove away.

I was left standing there with my eyes wide in shock as I looked at the back of his car. My hand was still in my purse.

(Next morning)

(Trevor)

I didn't sleep a wink as usual. I couldn't stop thinking and imagining Christina's beautiful face and body. I was like a drug addict and she was my heroin. I knew she won't be good for me but I was hooked on her. Having tasted and felt her delicious body made matters worse. I badly wanted to possess her but she must come to me willingly. It would make me feel great if that happened. It would be a feather in my cap once she did that. One thing was for sure, she wasn't immune to me. The way she responded to me yesterday was the proof. I smiled. Sooner or later, I would get her. It would be easier since we would be seeing each other every day. I even paid her cousin more money so he would turn over his share the soonest. Today was the start of all my plans to give my ex a dose of her own medicine. My smile disappeared when I opened the office's door. Christina was holding a long box with roses and was talking to Irma.

(CHRISTINA)

"Wow! Mr. Robbie is so into you Miss Christina! He sent you flowers early in the morning again!" Irma said sounding giddy.

I was frowning as I looked at the roses then read the card.

Have lunch with me beautiful. I will pick you up at 12.

I already told him to stop sending me flowers but as usual, he was persistent. He continued to shower me with gifts.

I complained when my arm was grabbed by someone.

I gasped when I saw a furious looking Trevor. He grabbed the box of flowers and threw it to the far end of the room. The other employees were just watching everything with shock registered on their faces.

"GO BACK TO WORK!" he ordered as he pulled me to his private office.

"L-let me go!" I protested in a slightly trembling voice but he didn't seem to hear me.

He shoved me to the room and slammed the door before locking it. I couldn't help swallowing as I stared at his face. I quickly but quietly crumpled the card I was holding and discreetly put my hand with it behind me.

"Are you f*cking with me?!!" he furiously asked before dropping his briefcase to the floor.

I yelped and turned to run to the small toilet.

"CHRISTINA!!" his angry voice whipped inside the room.