A week since I started my job hunt and seven companies down, all I had to show for it were rejection emails and a stack of coffee cups. It was beginning to become frustrating because their reason for not accepting me was the fact that I have been to prison.
“Urgh!” I banged my head on the table as I just finished reading yet another rejection email and it said basically the same thing as the others but in different words.
Life had been rather difficult for me since I had moved out of Fred's place on a whim and dropped an impromptu arrival at my beloved best-friend's place. Serena had been rather welcoming despite the surprise etched on her face, I figured the broken look on my face had told her everything without me having to speak.
Serena has been by my side, encouraging me to keep pushing and I did. I was grateful to her because she has been nothing but my support since my messy divorce with Fred. She had connected me with a lawyer who was willing to prepare the divorce papers and process them, even going as far as handling the expenses it came with. She had never liked Fred and it was to say that her hatred had greatly intensified after hearing about his actions.
I owed her a lot and that was why I needed to find myself a job as fast as possible so I'd be less of a burden to her. I knew she definitely wasn't thinking of it like that and was more than happy to have me around, but the idea of being so dependent on someone, down to my feeding, was adding to my depression.
A ding from the laptop had my head raising to stare at the screen. I had received mail from the company I had applied to two days ago after a night of intensive research on their services and mode of operation. They seemed pretty high caliber and I wondered just how well phrased their rejection would be.
I anxiously clicked on the mail icon, almost afraid to read it. I could hear my heart hammering in my chest as I read what the mail had to say and after minutes of reading, I let out a shocked scream. My door banged open in a matter of seconds and Serena came rushing into my room with a half-cut onion in her hands, looking alarmed.
“What happened, Kei?”
I pointed at the screen and lowered herself to get a better look at the screen and minutes later let out a scream just like I had.
“Oh my goodness, Kei… you got scheduled for an interview. Oh my God, that's good news… we should celebrate.” She squeezed me tight as she squealed while I just screamed into her chest.
Finally, things were working in my favor. I was beyond excited and happy. I didn't expect a company like SDC to actually look past my past and actually schedule me for an interview. The letter claimed I had been selected for an interview and I was expected to be at the venue at 8:00am on the dot the next day.
I sighed, rubbing my eyes in exhaustion. I had been staring at a bright screen for several hours a day in the past few days, my eyes were beginning to itch.
“Kei, we should go out. This is the perfect chance to go out and let loose. You're finally out of a shitty marriage and you've got an interview scheduled with one of the top companies… you should celebrate.” Serena smacked my shoulder with a wide smile on her lips, grimacing the moment she remembered the onion in her hand.
I gawked at her with wide eyes, almost overwhelmed by how excited she was. Knowing Serena, her idea of celebrating would involve a club and a lot of crazy things which I wasn't sure I was ready for. I wouldn't say it out loud but I couldn't remember the last time I actually had a good time. It was always staying at home and acting like the perfect wife when I was with Fred, I wasn't sure I still remembered how to have fun.
“I don't know about that, Serene. I have an interview early tomorrow and I need to conduct more research and prepare myself for my interview and still get some sleep.” I rubbed my temple in exhaustion, immediately remembering that I didn't have appropriate clothing for the interview.
“We can still do that after a little letting loose, Kei. You're about to reset your life, of course we need to celebrate that. I have tons of sexy outfits that you can choose from and the perfect place in mind. You should get ready, I'll do your hair and makeup… I'll make sure you look like a snack tonight.” She squealed before shaking me to ensure I was following.
Serena was right, a little partying wouldn't hurt. I had a lot of pent up anger and regret that I was certain a little alcohol would fix. Fred's betrayal still haunted me and letting him go deserved to be celebrated. I was going to celebrate the beginning of his downfall.
Turning to Serena, I let out a resigned smile because she had successfully bought me over. “Fine, let's go.”
****
Standing in front of the exotic club that Serena had suggested, I tugged on the hem of my red gown anxiously, wondering if this was a good idea. I was dressed in a red mid-thigh net gown that hugged my figure and black heeled sandals. My hair was in luscious waves that cascaded down my back, my lips were painted burgundy and my face had minimal makeup that matched my skin tone. The smokey eye makeup made my blue eyes pop. Serena had really outdone herself because I could barely recognise myself by the time I had looked in the mirror.
Tightening my grip on my black purse I gently followed behind Serena who was walking towards the door. The mild sway of my hips as I walked had eyes turning. I approached the bouncer and flashed him a rehearsed seductive smile and he gestured me in with a slight tilt of his head.
Loud music greeted me, along with the strong smell of alcohol. Thick clouds of smoke hovered in the air, creating a foggy atmosphere. People were scattered around the dimly lit room either dancing or having a drink. The place looked quite exquisite and impressive.
“Let's go have a drink.” I nodded at my lovely friend, ignoring how loud she made herself. I couldn't barely hear my own thoughts through the loud music so I didn't blame her for being loud.
I followed her to the bar and a young bartender greeted us. He had multiple piercings and a charming smile which he showcased when he turned to us.
“What can I get you two lovely ladies?” His rough voice came.
“Uh, we'll have the strongest drink in the house please.” Serena's sultry tone came and I could tell from the way he was ogling her that there was a little chemistry brewing.
“On it.” He winked at my friend who gently bit her lips and I laughed in amazement. Was it really that easy to flirt?
“You seem surprised.” Serena's mischievous smile had me laughing.
“You just had an entire conversation with that hottie without even saying a word. Did the rules of flirting change while I was away?” I smacked my lips and sighed.
“Actually, nothing has changed. You just need a ton of drinks and a nice lay because for the past five years, you've been living like a nun. Plus, you've been married for so long, my friend. Let loose.” She hollered.
“Here you go.” He served our shots.
I grabbed my glass and downed it, relishing the burn as the liquid swept down my throat. I dropped my glass and said, “more please.”
A few shots later and I was dancing on the dancefloor, swaying my hips to the music while trapped in a drunken haze. The music echoed in my head and all I felt was the incessant need to forget my past even if it was for one night.
Serena had disappeared an hour ago with the cute bartender and I had no doubts that she had opted for a quick round, leaving me to myself. I would have cared but I was so carried away by the entrancing loud beats. I was far too lost in the beauty of letting loose.
The unshakable feeling of someone watching me had me looking up to find a young man seated on a chair by the bar, staring at me with a glass in his hands. I gently licked my lips, lowering myself to the floor, rolling my body to the music. I dragged my finger down my face, gently running my fingers through my hair. The awareness of his eyes following my every move, fueled the urge to further tease him.
I twisted my hips, gently shaking my head and grinding against the air. I looked up and the mysterious stalker wasn't there. I scanned the surroundings, moving my hips while running my hands ran down my body, thoughtlessly vibing to the beats of the song till I felt a cold pair of hands on me, that had me stilling. I gasped and turned but a hand caught my arm and pulled me closer.
“Looking for me, niña?” The hairs on my skin stood, unprepared for the voice that greeted my ears.
A very masculine yet delicious scent of chocolate and sandalwood wafted through my nose, a chill jolted down my spine by how possessive the hold on me was. I slowly looked up to find the most beautiful pair of hazel eyes that I have ever seen, staring into mine with a darkened gaze. It was him. My eyes lit up with mischief.
I bit on my lip, fueled by the alcohol kicking in my system to keep dancing. I moved my body against him and I couldn't deny that the way his gaze traveled down my body was doing things to me. His black curls rested on his shoulder, and I wished I could make out what he looked like but the dim lights and my hazy vision wasn't making that possible.
He turned me so my back was resting against me and gently dragged his fingers down to rest on my waist while I rocked against the stranger that held me to him. His smell was divine and so was his build. He was tall and dressed in a black dress shirt that had a few buttons undone, tucked into black pants. His sleeves were rolled up to his forearm and his aura screamed authority.
“I've been watching you for a while, niña… you really do know how to own the dancefloor. I must say that I was impressed.” His husky tone sent shivers running down my spine, his lips feathered my skin as the tip of his nose trailed down my neck.
I gasped, startled by his sudden words. I made to move but his grip on my waist tightened. He pulled me impossibly closer to him and my body jerked when I felt something poke my butt.
“Look what you've done to me, hermosa niña…” his deep voice reverberated on my skin and my eyes instinctively closed at the intense jolts of pleasure that ran through my body.
“It's not my fault, you should learn to keep your hands to yourself.” I slurred.
He hummed against my skin and turned me to face him, his intense eyes pinned me to the spot. His desire was obvious and while my heart was beating in excitement, my eyes were glinting with mischief.
I couldn't remember the last time I had felt so much adrenaline coursing through my veins, a fervent desire that was ignited by mere minutes of being around this man.
“What would you say to ditching this place, hm?” His minty breaths fanned my face as he pulled me closer.
His fervent gaze coupled with the alcohol in my system had me staring at the stranger with dim eyes that oozed mischief. I shouldn't be contemplating leaving with a stranger but the promises in his eyes had me reconsidering just how rational I was.
I hadn't been physically intimate with anyone in years and though I wanted to blame my rapid response to his touch on that, I knew deep down that somehow I was attracted to this handsome stranger. His dark hazel eyes and foxy smile was enough to sell me away.
Casting a glance over my shoulder in an attempt to spot Serena, I decided to give in to him when I noticed she still wasn't back. I could always apologize to her later for ditching her. Besides, she'd probably want this for me. I have been too stuck up over the years so a little one night stand would never hurt.
“Yeah, let's go.”
His lips curled upwards and it had me shuddering. I almost felt I had just sold myself to the devil by the way he gently let go of me and stretched out his hand for me to take. He smelled of whisky and brandy but that even added to his allure. My body was obeying him before I could even think.
I placed my hand in his, marveled by how rough yet soft his palm was. His hold on my hand was soft as he gently led out the sea of people. I followed him blindly till he got past the bar and began leading me down a blue lit hallway.
He led up a flight of stairs and I kept following till we had arrived in front of a big black door. He fished out a key card from his pocket and gently swiped it. A click resonated and he returned the key to his pocket before turning to me to gesture me in.
I took slow steps into the room, barely seeing anything because my vision was blurry and my steps were faltering. I heard the door click and my heart thudded. I could still hear the music from downstairs and it only added to making the atmosphere more intoxicated and intense.
I gasped, almost startled when I felt his arms gently wrap around my waist and tug me closer to him. His bulge grazed my butt as I wiggled against him, almost moaning by the sensation the feeling of his erection against me was bringing me.
I rubbed my thighs together, taking a deep breath when I felt his fingers slither down my body, feeling every curve and dent. His touch was intentional, he didn't just want me to see his lust, he wanted me to feel it too. Everything about the way his hands skimmed my body and his lips trailed down my neck was making my body catch fire.
His lips were soft and gentle, mildly nipping on the skin of my neck as he gently licked me. His breaths were hot and fast, the tip of his nose gently grazing my skin the lower his head traveled. I let out a breathy moan, letting my purse fall to the floor.
I raised my hands and hooked it behind his neck, traveling my fingers to graze his hair. My actions took him unawares but I felt him growl against my skin as he sucked on my collar bone. I felt him twitch against me and it made my knees go weak. My arousal was fast growing, the need to have him taste me the way he pleased, increasing as well.
I heard the sound of a zipper and cold air hit my exposed back. He began planting kisses along the width of my back, ensuring to lick and nip along my shoulder bone. I let out a breathless gasp as he slowly stripped me out of the material, my exposed chest getting kissed by cold air.
He turned me to face him and my hooded eyes peered into his. He looked like an animal on edge as his eyes glazed down my breasts. They weren't that big but they were perky.
“Fuck… shit, you're beautiful.” He muttered underneath his breaths before taking my lips in his.
His kiss was fierce and spoke volumes of his desire. His tongue danced along mine as we fought a long battle for dominance. His fingers felt my cheek, tilting my head even more for increased access to my mouth.
His fingers feathered past my jaw till his grip was around my neck. I gasped and he took it as an opportunity to further invade my mouth, our tongues entangled in a feisty dance as he tasted every inch of my mouth.
My fingers moved on their own till they found his buttons and gently began undoing them. I dragged his shirt down his chest while we moved closer to the bed. He pulled away to breathe, leaving me breathless with swollen lips.
“Fuck.” His hooded eyes skimmed down my red lips and he reattached his lips with mine, this time with an intensity that oozed so much heat that I feared I would burn from how hot he was.
My hands skimmed his chest, feeling every dent and ridge. He was built, I could tell from the defined muscles on his chest. I grazed his nipple and he shuddered, his breathless gasp sent goosebumps infiltrating my skin.
His fingers dragged down my gown till dey pooled at my feet, leaving me before him in nothing by my red lace panties. I heard him nutter a curse word before dragging his hand down my body to take my left breast in his palm.
I shivered, enjoying the feeling his hotness brought me. I was growing hotter by the second. I closed my eyes, loving how his fingers kneaded my breasts with a balanced mixture of gentility and roughness.
“You're so fucking beautiful.” He whispered against my skin.
He tipped me over and I bounced on the bed. My hair sprawled all over my face, some strands getting trapped between my parted lips. I heard his belt buckle and gently swept my hair away from my face, resting my weight on my elbows that dug into the soft mattress. I saw him towering over me with his belt buckle loose and his zip undone.
He carefully slipped out of his black pants and I watched him intently with my teeth pressed on my bottom lip. He stood before me in his black briefs and my eyes traveled down his chiseled body to rest on the bulge that twitched.
He gently lowered himself on the bed till he was looming over me and I wrapped my hands around his neck, pulling him close enough to catch his lips. I wasn't as rough as he was, my kiss was slow yet powerful. He growled against my lips and I giggled.
He pulled away and began trailing kisses past my jaw and down my neck, sucking and tasting my skin as he went. I helped when his mouth wrapped around my nipple and my body shook. My hands darted to his hair, tugging on it as he suckled on it, gently grazing his teeth on my skin while he massaged them.
I tipped my head back in pleasure while he assaulted my right breast while kneading the left. Fuck, how was he so good? Even Fred has never touched me like this. This young man was gently acquainting himself with my body like it was a job he only existed for.
His mouth left my breasts and I felt him travel down the valley of my breaths till his breaths fanned the band on my panties. My eyes snapped open the moment I heard a rip resonate.
“You wouldn't be needing this.” He smirked at my stunned expression before gently lifting my left leg on his shoulder.
He began trailing kisses and bites up my skin and my moans increased. His hot breaths fanned my inner thigh and I yelped. He took my right leg and placed it on his right shoulder. My eyes burned on him fervently, anticipating his next move, while I dripped.
My eyes widened when I noticed his mischievous smirk, I arched my back when I felt his fingers rub circles on my clit in such a manner that had me writhing on the bed. My gasp echoed the moment I felt his intrusive fingers traveled up my depths.
“So warm… so wet.” He hummed.
I screamed at how his wicked fingers moved inside me, curling in my depths. My legs shook and head rolled to the back of my head at how good it felt. I could feel myself approaching pleasure's unholy gate but my building anticipation stopped the moment he withdrew his fingers.
My shocked eyes fell on him, wondering why he stopped but the amusement in his eyes had me staring at him in confusion. He shook his head at me, “you'll come, love… it just won't be on my fingers.”
My thoughts were set on fire by how serious that promise was. The mere thought of what he had in store for me had me attempting to clench my thighs shut but with him wedged in-between my legs, it was next to impossible.
He gently withdrew his fingers and I blushed at how my wetness coated his fingers. Red crawled up my neck when I watched him bring his fingers to my lips, “taste yourself, cariño.” His voice was subtle, the husky edge compelled me to obey.
I gently wrapped my lips around his fingers with darkened eyes, sucking on them with eyes fixed on him. I watched his lips part and his eyes turn a dangerous obsidian. He leaned down and caught my lips, driving me insane with how skilled he was.
“Fuck, you're so fucking sexy. You taste divine.” He kissed me yet again before pulling away, “I really can't wait anymore.”
I watched him drop my legs and stand on the bed, “take it off.”
I eyed his briefs and slowly pulled myself to my knees, obliging his order. His hard cock sprang free and he stepped out of his briefs. My mouth dropped in amazement, he was huge. Long and thick with angry veins that pulsated.
“Good girl.” He said before pushing me down on the bed and seizing my legs to place them on his shoulders yet again.
He moved closer to me, looming over me with a searching gaze and when he found nothing to make him stop, he lined himself at my entrance, making me suck in a breath. I wondered if he'd ever fit. I thought Fred was big but after seeing what this man has to offer, I stood corrected… Fred was nowhere near huge.
“If it hurts, just tell me and I'll stop.” His eyes searched mine, burning with sincerity.
I nodded at him, urging him to go on and immediately sucked in a breath, digging my fingers into the skin of his back as he slowly pushed into me. I heard him shudder, feeling the goosebumps erupted on his skin.
I cried out at the discomfort but he kissed me to ease the mild pain. I wasn't a virgin but given my long abstinence from sex, the pain was bound to be natural. His hips rocked as he withdrew from me and thrusted deep into me, making me cry out yet again.
“Fuck, so fucking tight.” He buried his head in the crook of my neck as he thrusted into me yet again.
I tipped my head back, feeling the pleasure overtake the pain. I moaned with my eyes closed, holding onto him like my life depended on it. My head was spinning, overwhelmed by the intense jolts of pure pleasure.
His pace changed, his rhythm turning harder. He was slamming into me fervently, his grip on my waist tightening.
“Yes… ah, right there.” I was rendered a moaning mess by his expertise.
“You like that?”
“Fuck yes… I fucking love it.” It was a breathless mutter as my eyes rolled further into the back of my head.
“You feel so fucking good.” He groaned and it was the sexiest sound I had ever heard.
He kept thrusting into me over and over again till all I could do was cling to him and moan at his mercy. Sweat sprouted on my skin, glistening underneath the red light. Fred has never made me feel this good.
I felt like legs quake and my moans grew breathless, my body arched and my hair stuck to my face. A scream tore through my throat as my orgasm took a harsh hold of me.
He smiled at me and kissed my shoulder, his pace never relenting. My body shook, overwhelmed by his strength. He took my orgasm to a whole new length, over sweat mixed and our voices mingled. He was nowhere near orgasming and I knew I was probably going to be spent before he would.
“You'll be needing a wheelchair by the time I'm done with you.” He growled.
I fisted the sheets, my glossy eyes barely able to remain open as I screamed out loud, lying at his mercy. He wasn't going to stop and I was wishing he never would.
I woke up to a terrible headache that threatened to blow my brain off. My hands flew to my head, afraid that it might fall off if I moved too much. I hissed at the aches that attacked my body as I tried to move, freezing at the spot at the restriction around my waist.I gulped with a racing heart and looked down. My heart lept out of my chest the moment I was met with the sight of a man with his arm around my waist. He had long curly black hair that was sitting in wild messy waves and long lashes that framed his lids. My breaths were knocked out of my chest when I leaned closer to get a better view of his face.He had high cheekbones and a pointed nose that led to slightly thick pale red lips. His thick brows held a natural arch. I could only stare in awe and surprise. How could such a handsome creature exist? He looked adorable as he slept, with his hair grazing his cheeks. I was tempted to reach down and tuck away the invasive strands but withheld myself. Something about him struck
KEIAI was a throbbing mess of excitement and nerves when I walked through the glass office doors. I'd landed the job even though a lot of people still asked why. From the foregoing, almost everyone had a relative and friend they wanted in this position. That was why they kept whispering and glancing at me when I was walking through the hallways. I had no idea what they were saying, but I knew for a fact that rumours were already going about. Letting out a heavy sigh, I gently closed the door behind me, murmuring under my breath while clutching the bag tightly. "Here goes nothing."I headed to my desk, and began to vet everything in order so I could start work. It all felt strange, sitting in a new environment and trying to settle in. I was prepared to take on it while hoping that this Job was going to help bring me some stability, and the revenge on Artemis after everything he had done to me. My heart twisted with a pang of hatred each time the thoughts sauntered back into my head. I
KEIAThe urge to say no to him was almost overpowering, but then I was struck by the thought. I remembered instantly why I was here, why I was doing this job. If this was going to work out, I needed him. Getting close to Sawyer was not just a job perk but it was also a vital part of my plan to make sure I got back to Artemis so I could show him that I wasn't the kind of person he could just use and throw away.He was going to learn this the hard way, and I would be there to look him in the face once everything began planting out for me. Taking a deep breath, I forced out a smile and nodded."Alright. Thank you so much. I'll take the ride." I climbed into the car before settling in the posh seat. He stayed silent, and kept staring ahead at the road. He didn't talk to me, unless. He was quiet most of the time, and that had me wondering why he had offered me the ride in the first place.I realised another problem as the drive went on. If we both stayed quiet this way, then there was no w
KEIAI did not stop watching his car until it finally disappeared around the corner. I was very confused about what he had just told me and no matter how much I tried to push the word out of my mind, it only kept coming back. It was impossible. "Welcome back." Why did you tell me that? What do you mean? Was it just a polite gesture or was he just for the years that I had lost? I thought about talking to him about it tomorrow when I would go to work but he really spoke to me so I knew he wouldn't even say a single word in a response.Thinking about it made me so angry for a moment but I finally forced myself to calm down because you're could be many explanations. There was a possibility it did not mean anything and even if it meant something, I was not going to let his words get to me in any way because right now, I had bigger things to worry about and not two words that probably meant nothing.After all, the reason I was here was not to win him over but to get back at his step brother
KEIAWhen the door opened and she walked in, I was completely caught off guard. I'd been expecting a potential secretary, someone who could fill in the spot without much trouble. But seeing her was the last thing I expected. Shocked was too weak a word to describe how I felt in that moment but I pushed the feeling down.All I noticed was her figure. It was confident and she had this kind of strength that immediately appealed to me, as if she hadn't hadn't come from a place like a prison. Her clothes were quite professional, but they did almost nothing to hide her curves. But that wasn't just it. Her gaze... the way she held her head high, was just so strange. She looked lower, maybe even more than she had years ago. However, when she got closer, the chill coursed down my spine. Her face. Her eyes. Keia. I'd recognized her instantly but there were a lot of questions I had.She used to be my brother's wife and back then, I'd watched her from a distance. I had a crush on her back when I
KEIAThe alarm buzzed right at six and this time, I didn't hit snooze. Thankfully, I'd gone to bed early, so I was sharp and ready to tackle the day. I quickly sat up but carefully also, not to disturb Liana who was still curled up beside me, fast asleep. She had been generous enough to let me stay with her while I got back on my feet and waking her this early was the last thing I wanted.I knew she she had stayed up late, thinning about ehat had happened last night with the landlord. It was stressful, I knew, but it wouldn't be long before she'd get over it, I knew. She had a way of handling things, perhaps a gift. That was why I didn't argue with her when she told me she would take care of the landlord. I just hoped things would happen like she had said and nothing would go wrong. We could only hope.Getting out of bed, I grabbed my clothes and walked ro the bathroon. Looking at myself in the mirror, I was quickly reminded that I was a sidereal person now- not the s
KEIAGetting bafk to my office and desk, I tried focusing on the work he had given me but my mind was not at rest at all. That was because I kept thinking. Was he angry at me because I was late, or was he disappointed?There had been no signs of frustration, but that only made things a lot harder. Considering how silent he was, reading his mind would be extremely difficult, almost impossible. Shaking my head in an attempt to smap myself out of the chaos my mind had gotten into, I better myself."Focus, Keia," I whispered to myself but the more I tried to concentrate, the more I kept thinking about Sawyer. The way he looked so calm, and composed, indifferent. I got to work immediately and began typing up the reports.When I was dome, I quickly checked for errors. But yet again, the words all seemed blurry and my fingers moved like they had something else that wasn't me controlling them, almost as if they had a mind of their own. I double-checked the figures but most times I got lost. My
v SAWYERStaring at the minute hand of the clock, it seemed as if each tick marked every second that she was late. I kept checking the wall of the clock, then my watch as though either of them would tell a different time from the other. But it was altering right in my face, she was late. Where the hell was she then? I wondered. I was worried, not angry. My mind wouldn't stop going over all sorts of reasons why this was happening. Did she quit the job or did this have to do with the morning traffic. Or maybe... the thought sent a chill running through me. Maybe Artemis got her. The thought of my brother interfering made my stomach roll. Artemis wasn't the type of person who left things alone, especially if he thought they gave him control. But I told myself that considering what she had gone through, she wasn't going back to him any time soon. I didn't think there had been any sort of communication or connection between the both of them lately. Even as I thought abou
KEIAI did not need a seer to tell me that I had annoyed her when I finished work that evening. I had gone to her office in the afternoon so we could get lunch but she was fast asleep and I did not want to make her anger any worse. And when I finished work late that evening, I expected to go back home with her but she was already out of her office and nowhere around when I got down. I knew what was going on and it was all my fault. I had been too hard on her late today and if anything, I had to apologize. That was because she did not deserve the way I had acted, not one one it. She was doing all she could to avoid me and as much as I hated it, I knew I deserved it. Before heading home, I stopped by a gift store but as soon as I got out of the car, I was confused because I did not know what she liked so I bought a little bit of everything. I got a bouquet of fresh Roses, a box of her favorite chocolate and even a small plush Teddy that seemed childish for sure but then I thought she m
KEIAI was already feeling so bad before I went into work because the day had started out terribly and I was not in the mood for anybody's nonsense at all because of what had happened the night before. Even till morning, I will still unable to snap out of the anger that had taken hold of me because of the things he had done. I was so angry about his childish behavior and the fact that I did not get enough sleep was not even helping matters at all. The moment I stepped my feet into the company building, I could already feel the tension bubbling under the surface and I hoped there was nobody who was going to make it worse for me, somebody who was going to make the tension that I was trying to hold in to explode. I just hoped that was going to be the case because I would not hold back if anything like that happened. I was tired of not telling people to go to hell with their taunts and not putting them in their place. I was making my way to my desk when one of my colleagues decided that
KEIAI did not have the slightest idea why he was acting this way and for some reason I was made to think that he was possessed overnight. I tried to think of anything that would have made him act this way but nothing came to my mind, but none of it was my fault because she was just acting so strange and it was nothing I had ever experienced before. One moment he was screaming at me and picking apart my work like it was garbage and the next second, he was asking me out for lunch and smiling at me smugly. God... he had no idea how that smile irritated me so much even though I tried my best to hide it behind my expression. I always did my best to make sure he did not truly see what I felt but I could swear that did not know meant I nearly allowed my emotions to take over me. Most certainly I would have done something I surely would have regretted it but thankfully, I didn't do anything. I had no idea why he kept acting like some kind of knight in shining armor. It was so confusing and
SAWYER I had no idea why I was acting all bossy all of a sudden. I found it very hard to admit it, even to myself but I had been very much aware of it all day and it worried me. I was only worried about it because it was unlike me. However, it had only begun when I heard Keia talking with her friend. Their discussion wasn't just about anything. It was about her saying that she was going to use me as bait for Artemis. That was the last thing I was expecting to hear from someone like her and it made me question everything I knew about her. It made me question if she was the same person that I had always known, if everything she had been doing so far was just a way of getting closer to me and getting what she wanted. Heard that had stung in a way I didn't expect. And despite the fact that I didn't like my brother and everything he had done to her and to me, I still didn't fancy what she was trying to do. Nobody would fancy being used. The idea of being used by her was just so hurtful.
KEIAI wasn't happy about moving in with him, not in the slightest. And that was because of the circumstances that had brought about the situation. I wished the circumstances had been better and none of this had to happen like this. In fact, I hated it. The thought alone mare mare chest tighten every now and then and I'd find myself hoping for things that would never happen, things like turning back the hands of time and doing something about the subtle fuck ups that had compounded to this terrible moment. I remembered what my friend said when I came home yesterday from work and told her everything. I needed to trust myself, and I was happy that she at least saw and said I was moving in the right direction. There was no bigger motivation than that, bit anyways, this was just jeering. The change was just so sudden and so big I'd find it hard keeping up. I didn't have any other choice however. And there wasn't a doubt that my pride, now, was bruised and it hurt even more to know that I
KEIAMy mind was racing with so much disbelief and anger when I stormed out of his office, trying to comprehend and assimilate what he had just told me. How the hell could he suggest something so ridiculous? I mean did he even get to hear himself before saying that to me? Live with him? Stay in his house because I was late a few times? It made no sense at all. It felt like a punishment, call it a personal invasion that I couldn't accept. Something had to be done about that. Clenching my my as I walked back to the desk, It was hard seeing the other employees who I passed by on the way back there. But I noticed how they all stared and how some of them whispered to themselves. Of course they were watching. They always watched to know what I was doing so they could judge me and make Sawyer second guess this decision of making me his secretary. It was just so annoying being in the presence of this kind of people but this was the only shot I had at making sure he got what he deserved for e
SAWYERI was already in a bad mood when I walked into the office that morning. Closing the door behind me, I rolled up my sleeves to check my watch. It was already 9:00 am and Keia wasn't here yet. Oh Lord, I ran a hand through my hair as another heavy sigh left me, all in an attempt to keep my anger in check. The last thing I wanted to do was to vent my spleen on anybody right now. I just wanted to make sure I got through with work and go back home without stirring up any drama, especially because of Keia.This was becoming a pattern, and there was no way I was going to ignore her anymore despite whatever reasons she might have. I needed to say something to her but I didn't want to give away my mysterious nature soon, even though what happened at the bar had done a bad deal of it already. Thirty minutes later, I couldn't control myself anymore. The anger was rising and it wasn't wasn't before I was pacing up and down the office floor like some kind of caged beast. Where the hell was
SAWYERWhen I got to work that morning, I couldn't bring myself to face her. Thinking about it alone made my stomach churn, and this was not because I'd never been drunk before. I had been drunk before, on several occasions even but this time around it was different. It was Keia, her.She had seen me at my worst for the second time and the shame was just unbearable. I wondered what she thought of me, how she was going to see me now that she had seen that part of me. Would she think that her boss was a drunkard who couldn't even control himself? The thoughts kept coming and piling up. The image replayed in my head like a bad movie, over and over again.And I hated it. All of it. Because of that, I stayed home and told myself that I couldn't deal with work today, I could not just deal with her. But everything changed when that email came in. That was the proposal that I'd been waiting for this whole time. Work always found a way to pull me back, and even worse in a situation like this w
KEIAI was beside myself with joy when I found out that Sawyer hadn't shown up to work for the day yet. I couldn't help the tiny sliver of relief that ran through me as I pressed ny my against the the and placed a palm on my chest as I took in a deep breath. There was nothing better than this, especially after the odds had been stacked against me all morning- first it was waking up late and then meeting the heavy traffic outside.I couldn't imagine how awful I would have felt if I came in here only to see that he was at work already. This meant a lot of things and one of them was that I had a little more time to prepare myself. Grabbing my bag, I quickly stuffed my papers inside it and made my way out of the office before hurrying downstairs. I didn't want to keep him waiting.I needed to make sure that he didn't have any suspicions that I'd been late today. Even though he had said nothing about it this whole time, I was doing my best to make sure he avoided saying that because it wou