Chapter 04

ASHTON

I took a sip of my drink as I watched Jason trying to process the bombshell I just threw at him. I was as dumbfounded as him but that was why I came to the club tonight, to release some of that tension I have felt since my Grandpa made that declaration.

"Jason, can we forget about it for just this night?"

"We can find a way around it tomorrow, right now I want to have fun, it's been a while since I got laid anyway," I said

He looked at me incredulously as he asked with his eyes so wide, " You want to get laid? Come on man!... that should be the least of your worries right now" he tried to reason.

I wasn't going to have that, I was already stressed by the whole situation, I need a release and that was what I was going to get, I'm in the club anyway. Looking around I could see a few beautiful eyes checking me out, I got that a lot, it wasn't new to me.

***

ANA

"I would like to believe that you're done getting ready!" Natalie shouted from her room.

She lives in a two-bedroom apartment I was occupying one of them right now. I was grateful she came through for me when I needed it the most.

"Yes! But I think this dress is skimpy, I can feel my butt peeking out" I answered her.

Natalie suggested we go out to the club today. I was reluctant at first but she threatened she wasn't going to talk to me for a week if I didn't go with her. That was blackmail so I didn't have any other choice than to agree.

Nat was a good example of the life of the party, goofy, full of life, and crazy fun. I on the other hand was a bit reserved, I wouldn't go to a club unless I'm dragged along.

I mean what's the fun in being in a space packed full of people pumped up with liquor and adrenaline probably on the verge of making life-changing irrational decisions? But here I was preparing for one with a dress that made me look like a hooker.

Natalie did my makeup giving me a smoky eye with a daunting red lipstick that complimented my dress which was a mixture of red and white. Having my hair up in a ponytail gave me a fierce look.

Putting on my pumps instead of the stilettos Nat gave me because I wasn't ready to fall on my face. I walked out of my room.

I called out to Nat, "I think I am done, Nat"

"Me too, let's be on our way," she said, trying to put her credit card and a few make-up stuff in her purse. Natalie has always been one to be very conscious about her looks unlike me.

She looked so hot in her black dress, with those long and slender legs, damn!. Unlike me who is more endowed than she is. I was okay in looks just a bit curvier.

My ex-boyfriend didn't like my curves, I guess that was why he cheated. It made me at that moment of my life to hate my looks but I don't anymore, no one has the right to make me feel insecure about my body.

Nat motioned for all to be on our way. We weren't taking her car because her boyfriend was going to join us later on so we just had to take a cab. He said he would bring us home from the club.

We got to Club Eden in no time. The very colorful neon lights were used decoratively giving the whole place a lively look.

"We are here, how do you feel so far?" Natalie asked giving me a beaming smile.

I could tell she was happy being here, so I gave her an affirmative answer " I think it was a good idea, it's been crazy for me for some time now, and I could use a bit of this fun"

"Let's get this party started then!" She shouted with so much enthusiasm while throwing her hands in the air.

We made our way to the entrance where the bouncers were and showed them our ID. They let us in almost immediately.

Club Eden is one of the top clubs around here and I know that because it is owned by Eden Holdings, well not exactly, it is owned by the director's grandson. From the gossip I overheard at the hotel some time ago, they say the director's grandson is a casanova. I have never seen him since his grandfather has been the one running their companies since his son died.

Once we were inside, Natalie dragged me to the bar.

"Just a few drinks to get us started, we need to loosen that tension, besides tomorrow is Saturday," she said while placing her purse on the counter in front of the bar stools as we sat down on the stools.

"Hey, ladies. How's the night going?

What do I get you beauties?" He asked with a captivating smile.

We smiled in return as Nat answered, "We're doing all good"

"I want something strong to get me started for the night," she said

"Uh-huh, I love the sound of that. And what about you miss?" He asked while moving to face me.

"Just water is fine" I answered him

"Bullshit! We could have had water at home if that was what you would order" she said while contouring her face in displeasure.

"Okay fine I'll just have a pina colada, thank you," I said.

I saw Nat trying hard not to smile.

"Don't hold it in" I said to her

She started smiling from ear to eye like she was promised candy.

"Here are your drinks ladies, enjoy and have a fun night, I'll be here if you need a refill," He said while moving to the other side of the bar.

I took the glass of pina colada in my hand while Natalie took hers.

She took a sip and let out in an impressed voice "Damn! This guy needs a raise, he got me a fucking mojito. I love it"

I smiled, taking a sip of my drink I felt refreshed.

Natalie gulped her drink before she said "Let's go dance"

"I will join you once I finish my drink," I said while swirling the drink in the glass.

"Okay! Fine! But make it snappy. The night is so young, I feel alive" she said while her lips stretched in a smile.

"Alright," I watched as she walked away towards the dance floor.

I looked around me, the tiny neon bulbs did a little job of illuminating the whole club. I could see some people grinding on the dance floor like their lives depended on it.

I felt bored already, swinging my legs in opposite directions didn't help. So I stood up with my drink in my hand. Maybe I could sit in one of those booths. I walked towards one while looking briskly around the bar.

"Oh, my goodness!!" I shouted at the top of my voice.

It happened so fast, I wasn't looking anyway. I tripped. I fucking tripped and threw my drink at someone.

I recollected myself, standing on my feet. I looked in front of me to see a face full of fury.

Oh no!

If looks could kill I would have been halfway to meet my Grandma wherever the fuck she is.

"I'm so sorry, I didn't mean to!" I tried to explain as I saw his jaw tick in anger. Maybe I was infuriating him the more.

He stood up and damn! I know this isn't the time nor situation to check someone out that jawline could cut like a knife, such a fine specimen of a man.

A Greek god was in front of me, the music in the background must have stopped playing because as I looked at his face, I could only hear the thumping of my heart in my ears.

"WHAT THE ACTUAL FUCK!"

"WHY WOULD YOU NOT LOOK WHERE YOU ARE GOING?"

He shouted but I couldn't even hear him. I was awestruck you could say.

"Jay, this is why I don't like coming down at this booth, now look what has happened" He cursed as he sidestepped me while almost shoving me to the other side of the booth.

I turned to the Jay guy who has been silent all along as I recollected myself from the impact.

He tried to smile at me, "I'm sorry, believe me, he is having a bad day I guess that explains the outburst"

"I'm so sorry, I just lost my footing" I felt really bad for what just happened.

"Don't worry about it, it's just a shirt" he tried to reason.

"I am Jason by the way" he introduced himself, smiling a little.

"I'm Ana" I returned.

"Such a beautiful name for a pretty lady" Was he trying to flirt with me?

I smile at him, he must be good with the ladies. Such a smooth landing.

***

ASHTON

I stepped out of the men's bathroom, the white stain on my black shirt didn't go away but it was manageable.

On the corridor that leads to the club downstairs, I saw the blond chick from earlier in the VIP section. At least something would go right for the night.

She looked as though she was ready to devour me right here and now. You wouldn't blame her if you looked at me.

I strode to where she was. Looking at her alone I saw her forcefully take in some air. Trust me she would need a lot of it to keep up with what I was going to do to her body.

I move my face close to hers while backing her on the wall behind her.

I could see how impatient she was.

"Don't worry, kitten, you have me all to yourself for the whole night". I could see the smile on her lips.

Without warning I slammed my lips on her smooth lips. The kiss was not a slow one, I never liked slow, I was more of an aggressive kisser.

I deepened the kiss as she willingly opened her mouth for me, so eager. I let my tongue explore the crooks of her mouth.

I had to break the kiss because we were both gasping for air. I could feel her hot breath on my face as I asked.

"Do you want to get out of here? There are many things I'll like to do to this sexy body of yours". She nodded with eagerness and a mischievous smile.

I smirked.