"Mr. Demakis." She smiled broadly.I'm a frequent customer here, and I know the owner. It's a bar and grill, Jacob's family owns it, and it has been serving since he was born. I met him through Alex. They were childhood friends."Table for two." I half-smiled."This way, sir." She motioned us to follow her, batting her eyelashes and swaying her hips sensuously. I ignored it, which is very unusual. I used to enjoy watching the ladies from behind, knowing they do it purposely, but Alessandra's ass is way better. I know because I saw it last night with that tight blue dress. It showed her round ass tremendously.Ok, I had to stop thinking about her. I'm starting to feel uncomfortable. I need to bed her soon to prevent this unpleasant feeling.It's driving me crazy."Here you go. A waiter will attend your table in a few minutes, Mr. Demakis." She briefly glanced at Ali, then gave me her beautiful, inviting smile. "Is there anything else you need, sir?" She asked in a flirty tone, and I got
"Love is like war, easy to begin but very hard to stop." - H. L. Mencken --------------------------- Alessandra's POV We were both standing in front of my door as I fished out the key from my purse. Stavros waited patiently behind me. I got even more conscious because I could feel his eyes boring into my back. Obviously, he invited himself again, not giving me a choice. After like a decade, I unlocked the door. I heard Lucy's laugh, sounds like she's not alone. "Hey, Ali." She got up from the couch when she saw us, and I noticed the guy beside her. He's strikingly handsome in his own way. He even had an ocean blue eyes. What's with all these handsome guys here in New York? "Hi," I said, sheepishly looking at the guy. Who is he? I heard him acknowledge Stavros while I gave Lucy a hug. "Ali, I want you to meet Mr. Alexander Russo." Lucy looked at Alexander. "Alex, this is my friend, Alessandra De La Vega. And Mr. Stavros Demakis, which obviously you already knew." She conti
Stavros' POVIt's been pretty busy this month. I'm tried to finish all the papers and contracts needed for the new business venture, the papers for the new ship my company just acquired, talking to business partners internationally, going to business meetings with my management team, and even going to a business conference in Italy for two weeks. And now, I just got back and I haven't seen Alessandra yet.I missed her terribly. I have to see her before I leave for Greece again, for the Demakis Corporation Anniversary.I was leaning on my chair, looking out the glass wall, staring blankly, when my cell phone rang. I picked it up. "Stavros Speaking." I began without bothering to check. "Hey Stav, it's Georgia." My childhood friend's excited voice rang in my speaker. "Georgia! How are you?" I exclaimed happily. It's been a long time since I last talked to her. Our parents were close, so basically we grew up and played together, but when we went to high school, she moved to Paris
Stavros' POV It's almost five and I'm done re-reading and signing the documents that need to be forwarded to my management team in China, since I can't go this week. I need to be at the Anniversary. I haven't seen Alessandra yet. After lunch with Georgia, I got a call from China regarding the presentations and some documents. "Andrea," I called from the extension. "Yes, Mr. Demakis?" "Bring me the employee's information records of the Accounting and Finance Department. Ask Ms. Hendricks." I said in a clipped tone. I need to know some information about Alessandra. I don't have her phone number yet. Asking for the employee's sheet and looking for Alessandra's information is a better way to keep everything discreet. "Right away, sir." After like five minutes, she walked in with a big box full of folders. "Just leave it on the coffee table," I ordered coldly. "You can leave Andrea, that's all for today." I waved my hand to dismiss her without tearing my eyes off the screen. "T
Lucy heard it and she nodded before completely turning her heel to the kitchen. After a few minutes, she came back with a glass of white wine. "Lu.." I heard Alessandra's voice calling from the stairs, then a footstep followed, trudging down. I look at her direction. "I can't find my phone, mom is expecting me to—" She didn't finish her words when she saw me. She looked surprised, with her mouth open, but I'm more than surprised. She's wearing almost nothing. A skimpy towel was wrapped around her body, covering only her chest and barely half her thigh, her wet hair cascaded around her shoulders. Obviously, she just came out of the washroom. My muscles instantly tightened. "Do you want me to ring it?" I heard Lucy say, which snapped me out before my wayward thoughts turned evil. Then she realized she wasn't wearing anything other than the skimpy towel. Her cheeks looked flustered. "Please.." She said, then turned on her heel hastily and ran back towards the stairs, clutching the
Alessandra's POV I ran back upstairs to my room, still panting. Desire coursed through my blood, awakening every foreign sensation in my body. It's all new to me. God, what just happened? Why did I let him kiss me? And I even responded fervently. I can't trust my body. It seems like it has its own mind. Wake up, Ali. He's not a keeper. He's a player! What am I gonna do now? I'm so embarrassed. I don't want him to think that I'm just like those girls he bedded. "Ok, pull yourself together, Alessandra." I mumbled as I heaved a heavy breath, trying to relax my nerves. "Don't let your emotions take control of your sanity. He's a man-whore, alright? After he gets what he wants, he's gone! Keep that in mind." I kept telling myself, talking to myself like a fool. I counted to ten and breathed. It relaxed me a little bit. I had to control this feeling or I would end up crying. I pulled out a skinny jean out of my drawer and paired it with a sleeveless polka dot shirt, I tucked it in
"What can I get you, sir?" The young guy behind the counter asked with a friendly smile. "I'll get a medium Espresso Latte and for my girlfriend.." He paused and looked at me. "You, babe?" I was stunned for a second and my heart flipped with the endearment he just addressed me with, but somehow I managed to respond. "Medium hot chocolate, please," I smiled and watched as the guy punched it in. "Is that all?" Stavros asked. "Yes." My heart was flattered so I didn't correct him, besides I didn't want to embarrass him. And, who wouldn't like him to be her boyfriend? For sure tons are dying to be in my shoes right now. "That's $6.46, sir." The guy said as he punched in again. Stavros paid it with his credit card, carried our order, and walked to a lounge. I took the chair at the corner so I could lean back, and he sat beside me. I didn't say anything. As soon as we settled in our seats, I quickly asked him. "Why did you tell the guy I'm your girlfriend?" I said almost a whisper, e
"It's late, we should go. Lucy will be waiting for me." I swigged the last content of my cold chocolate. He groaned. "Okay." He stood up acquiescently, extending his hand to help me get up, which I happily took. Together we left the cafe and walked back to his car. He dropped me off at my door. "I'll call you tomorrow, baby." He said as he bent his head down and kissed me. I wrapped my hands around his neck and kissed him back. He pulled me closer and deepened the kiss. Just as always it's breathless. "Ahem." Lucy made a fake cough. We instantly pulled ourselves away, feeling embarrassed. We didn't hear the door opening. Lucy was looking at us curiously. I know she won't stop nagging me about this later. "Sorry, Lucy." He said, looking apologetically. "We got back late." "Oh, no worries." She grinned with mischief. She gave me the you-can't-get-away-this-time look. "Bye, babe." His eyes were teasing me and he gave me a quick peck on my lips. "I'll call you tomorrow." He smiled
"Thanks," I said as I handed it over to him, feeling disappointed. And as if he could read my mind."Mr. Demakis is on the phone so he can't pick you up himself." Pancho explained briefly."I understand Pancho!" I said, smiling at him reassuringly.We were on Lexington avenue. I felt bored. I looked in the rear mirror, and Pancho was fixed on driving. So, I fished my earphone from my purse and plug it in my ears.Plugging the earphone jack on my phone, and tap on my music. After a few seconds, Taylor swift's song shake it off is playing.I closed my eyes, and just listened to the song.Stavros house is 25-30 minutes drive.Another song of hers played. I think it's called blank space. And, I was singing along softly, still eyes closed.Nice to meet youWhere had you been?I could show you incredible thingsMagic, madness, heaven, sinSaw you there and I thought oh my godLook at that face, you look like my next mistakeI smiled at the lyrics as I sang it, and continued singing along.."L
Or is it just because my feelings for her didn't change a bit? And, I'm being too sensitive. Taken by her completely and irrevocably."I love you, too," I mumbled acquisciently, barely audible. And her betrayal played in my head.I threw the phone on my bed, and walked briskly to the mini room.It is an open decent size room across the bed, with a gray L-shape settee and a white ottoman table, and two gray armchairs with round small table in between. Leaning against the clear glass wall, giving a good view of the backyard.I saw my food tray on the table, with a glass of orange juice, coffee, blueberry oatmeal, two brown toast, scrambled eggs, and bacons. I start digging my oatmeal, I realized I am famished.After finishing the food, I felt replete. I put the empty glass on the food tray, the plate and bowl, on top of each. I rose from my seat, with my coffee, and headed to my office. It is located downstairs.I met Luciana and Pancho as I was trudged down the stairs.They both look at
I fished out my phone from my pocket, and saw two missed calls and messages. All from Alessandra. I closed my eyes, trying to ease the pain that starting to envelop in my heart. My hand involuntarily clenched around the sleek metal. My heart feels raw, humiliatingly betrayed. I felt like a sharp knife was being stabbed in my heart, and twisting it slowly painfully, over and over.And why the pain is always fresh?Can I just move on and not feel the pain?If only there's a way to stop this feeling."Damn! Dammit, Alessandra!! Arghh..." I groaned loudly.I chucked the phone on the bed in frustrations. I briskly walk back to the washroom, turn the tap on and splashes my face with cold water.I look in the mirror, and I see blue, cold piercing eyes with dots of red staring at me. Ruffled and crumpled hair, chopped lips, and dry skin. I looked messed, loser, defeated, betrayed, and deeply humiliated!Fuck!The scenario yesterday oscillated back in my head with that guy kissing my Alessandra
Thank God, they both heard me.Lucy continued eating, my brother made his coffee."Where did you sleep last night, Carlos?" I asked out of curiosity, trying to break the deafening silence.Carlos looked at Lucy warily, and Lucy snapped her head in Carlos' direction. Then my brother looks back at me. Those two are definitely talking through their eyes. It's odd. Definitely strange.What have I been missing?"At the couch," he responded anxiously.I let out a sigh, and decided to ignore the curiosity nagging deep within me.So I just shrugged my shoulders.Honestly, I'm not in the mood to interrogate today.And knowing the two are both stubbborn, it's just gonna be a waste of breath."So how long will you be here?" I inquired. Not that I don't want him here. I'm just curious. He never likes to leave our country. He was forced when he went to university in Oxford."I have two businesses to attend. It may take four to five days to settle, and then I'll fly back to Spain," he explained brie
"A single moment of misunderstanding is so poisonous, that it makes us forget the hundred lovable moments spent together within a minute." - Khushi throneAlessandra's POVI opened my eyes, and squinted, until my vision adjusted to the bright light as it flooded the room. I'm glad it's Saturday. My eyes involuntarily traveled to the clock, and it says eleven in the morning. I've slept longer today. Then, I remembered my brother and Lucy. He took care of Lucy last night. "Did he sleep here?" I wondered.I sprang out of my bed, and scrambled to the washroom. I washed my face then brushed my teeth in haste. I washed my mouth as quickly as possible, and put my toothbrush back in the holder. And without glancing on the mirror like I used to, I walk... rather run downstairs. I found Lucy sitting at the table comfortably, looking well and refresh. No traces of being ill last night."Good morning Lu!" I chirped gleefully as I made my way to the kitchen counter, straight at the coffee machine
Stavros' POV.I was still pre-occupied about what happened today. The New York Times Magazines had finally agreed to stop publishing the story. But they can't retrieve those that already sold out, which is just fine, it will definitely die down."Knock. Knock..""Come in," I said.Andrea opened the door and walked in a few steps. "Is there anything you need Sir, if nothing, may I leave?""Yes, you may leave Andrea." I consented dismissively."Thank you and enjoy the rest of the night Mr. Demakis," then she left closing the door behind her.I decided to just go home and do the rest of my work. I stuffed all the documents, bunch of folders in my suitcase then stood up and head out.I was walking to the door when I saw Ali holding on Lucy's hand. I got worried, As I was about to push the door open, I saw a very tall, very handsome guy with lightly tanned skin, blue eyes smiling as he approaches them, looking at Alessandra adoringly and kissed her on the cheeks. I froze then quickly turne
Krystina's POV.Shit! Shit!!!!!I slammed the magazines on the coffee table and got up walking back and forth in my living room at my penthouse in New York. I know Stavros is back here in New York.Shit!"This is not true. It can't be right. She can't fall in love because Stavros doesn't do love!" I screamed.I need to make a move or else I'll lose him forever. I've waited long enough. I can't be just a toy to him forever. I deserve a title. Krystina Demakis. Yes, it sounds right! I said grinning foolishly.I took my laptop and turned on. I type in Maria Alessandra De La Vega on the searched engine. There's not much of a picture of her. A few with her father and her mom. Her mom is breathtakingly beautiful. A famous model on her time, beauty, and brain.I groaned in frustrations. I turned my laptop off. "If you want to know something about someone, call a detective," I murmured. And, I know someone just perfect for this job. He already worked for me.That's when I needed a background
Alessandra's POV.I was so tired today, but happy that Stavros let me work in my office. He argued at first, but gave in after. I know Mr. Hernandez was happy today because the meeting with the client went well. And, he had left home early today because it's his wife birthday. Another reason why I insisted on working in my office to help my boss more so he can get off early.Tonight I'll be spending with Lucy and my beloved brother. It's going to be fun. I mean it sarcastically. My brother is always brooding. He's no fun at all. I don't understand why and how my best friend falls for him.I started putting the files in the filing cabinet and be done for the day. I was done and walk back to my desk when I saw Lucy at the door. I took my purse and walked to the door."How's your day?" I queried not mindful enough of her."I was fine while ago, but now, I'm feeling lightheaded," she replied in a coarse voice.My head suddenly whipped to her, she does look pale. My motherly instinct sudde
Stavros' POV.It's been three days since I was back from Greece. And, all I did was working, though Alessandra was working in my office except today, because Mr. Hernandez needs her, according to her. Although Mr. Hernandez was ok without her, but she insisted and argued with me. So, I let her work in her office today before she gets mad at me and that's the last thing I wanted her to feel about me.I had to find a way to make her work with me. I was thinking about hiring her as my Personal Secretary, but what am I gonna do with Andrea?I won't be able to see her tonight. She said she will make it up to Lucy. I can't wait for the weekend to have her in my house. I was so happy when I saw that look in her eyes as she looked around my house. Definitely she loved what she had seen. She's the very first girl I brought in my house, of course except Luciana.There's a knock in the door. "Come in!" I called out.Andrea walks in with a magazine in her hand. "What is it, Andrea?" I asked frown