Kenji leaned back from the table after he finished swallowing his first bite. His eyes were closed. The first taste he could tell the food was made perfectly. He opened his eyes to see Emma looking at him. “What?”
“Nothing, just wondering if that’s the way you look when something is delicious?”
“Yeah, maybe so.” He straightened himself up to continue eating. “So, Little princess, tell me the story about that guy.”
She sighed, even though she agreed to talk about him she really didn’t want to discuss it. “Yeah, I did make a promise, right?”
“You did indeed.”
She stabbed at her mashed potatoes, then stirred them around. “So, you know his name is Johnny. He was actually my very first boyfriend. God, I think I was about fifteen maybe sixteen. I was completely innocent.”
“I can’t picture you as this young innocent girl.”
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She tilted her head to the right. Wondering what he meant by his statement. She wrinkled her eyebrows while moving her head back. “I feel like you’re plotting something.”His eyes widen. She couldn’t have figured out his plans for revenge. He decided to tread lightly. He wanted to know what she could possibly be thinking. “What do you mean, I’m plotting something?”“It’s just a hunch but I think you’re going to use that food truck to see me as much as you can.”Kenji let out a slow breath. She didn’t suspect him of anything other than trying to be around her. This time his thoughts translated to words without even thinking about it. “What a conceited woman you are. You make it seem as if I’m madly in love with you?”She frowned at him but there was a slight change in her color, barely noticeable if you weren’t looking. “I-I don’t know what you&rsquo
The two of them ate in silence, only it wasn’t uncomfortable this time. Every so often the blissful sounds of indulgent, soft moans could be heard. It wasn’t long before they finished every bite of their slice. Emma jean looked up to see Kenji was also looking at her. The pair of them looked from each other to the cake then back at each other. A hearty laugh erupted from Kenji. Emma Jean covered her mouth to stifle the giggle coming from her. Jacqueline came back into the dining room to see what the laughter was all about.Her hands were on her hips in a motherly position. “I hear laughter. It was so quiet in here just a few minutes ago and now the two of you can’t keep from laughing. Were plotting to steal my cheesecake?”That caused them to laugh even harder. Kenji leaned back laughing while Emma jean doubled over clutching at her stomachs. Jacqueline narrowed her eyes at them before taking her cheesecake off the table. she huffed at the
She looked from Kenji to Johnny laying on the ground. “What do you mean? What happened?” Kenji pulled her away from the scene to keep her away from Johnny. Emma Jean couldn’t help but to be curious about what had happened. She didn’t think Kenji was in the wrong, it was most likely that creep Johnny. She allowed him to pull her. When the two of them were farther away from where the altercation took place, she pulled her arm out of his grasp to dust the bottom of her feet off and place her shoes back on. She leaned against him for balance as she slipped into them. “Will you tell me what happened? Did he come to the docks to start trouble with you? If he is employed with the company, I’ll fire him immediately.” Kenji placed his finger over her moving lips hoping that would silence her long enough for him to speak. He didn’t want her to know the truth that he went seeking Johnny out in the hopes to find out some dirt on Emma. “No, that wasn’t the case. I actuall
The pair of them headed back to the yacht. It was quiet on the second have of their walk. Jacqueline reached them just outside on the docks. There were two cloth bags filled with her food. “Now, make sure you eat up or share it with family. But don’t neither one of you ask for my cheesecake recipe. I’m not sharing it. It’ll go to the grave with me.”Emma Jean frowned at her, “You have to pass it along to someone. It would do the world a disservice if you didn’t.”“Yeah, I agree. I may not be appropriate to have it but you should pass it along to your children or someone in your family.”“You two kids make great points but I’ll think about it. Now where are you going next?” She looked down at her own watch. “It’s a little after ten. There’s still time to do something else. Just not THAT something else.”Emma Jean blanched at what she implied. Her mouth dro
Kenji turned away from her, he didn’t like the fact that she was teasing him. He huffed and puffed out his chest. “You tease me when I’m older than you. What are you a kid?”She scooted closer to him, draping her arm around his shoulder. She spoke in a sing-song voice. “The big man, don’t like when the wittle brat teases him? Ah poor baby. Should I stroke your ego?” She moved her hand closest to him to the top of his head. “is this where the baby wants his ego stroked?”Kenji grabbed her hand pulling her into his lap. The two of them were now sitting there facing each other. “If you want to tease me, remember I can do the same thing too.”He moved the hand of hers he was holding closer to his lips. She could feel his warm breath against her skin. It caused her to shiver. Her eyes locked with his. Those grey eyes drew her in, stealing her breath away. The pilot had to speak to let them know they we
The rest of his weekend seemed to drag on, his mother walked around with her shoulders slumped. While his father tried everything, he could to console her. Seeing the way, his parents were acting made him want to do something special for them. He thought about leaving the house so they could enjoy alone time but that wasn’t enough. Kenji searched the recesses of his mind to find the perfect desert to make for them. The one that stood out the most was the delectable Opera Cake. Layers of almond sponge cake soaked in coffee syrup with ganache, coffee French buttercream and covered in a chocolate glaze. Yes, that’s the perfect one for them.Kenji worked hard through out the day to make the cake. When it was completed, he placed it on the counter then left the house with a note. “Gone to see Kimmie, enjoy.”He reached his sisters house within the hour. The twins were eyeing him with suspicion. It had been a few weeks since they had met their uncle.
For the first couple of hours, families passed by him intrigued by his sign and boldness. Little kids kept begging for deep fried mac and cheese. Their parents refused, constantly saying the same thing “If you want food, I can get you some at the park.” Kimmie and Kenji mostly sat around, waiting for someone to take a chance.Kimmie rested her hand against her chin looking out at the highest roller coaster in Kari-Hope. “Can’t we just go in and ride the rides? Or at the very least drum up business?”Kenji who was cleaning the stove top for the umpteenth time looked at her. “If we do that one, we could get in trouble and cause problems for Kemari. Two if someone does come by and we’re inside they will walk away. Let’s give it another couple of hours.”She sighed loud and bored. “Fiiine, we’ll do it your way. But someone better come to the truck soon. There’s nothing to do.”Kenji
Her arms were folded across her chest. Anyone around them could feel the tension suffocating the air. Emma Jean closed her eyes to take a deep breath. Hoping by the time she opened them back she would be calmer. Kenji watched her and waited for her to speak. After a few minutes Emma jean opened her eyes and spoke. A deep breath came out first. “I’m really happy that you found something to do in the meantime, I know I hadn’t come back with an answer about employment but did you have to park just across from my business?”He reached out to touch her face but his hand stayed in the air just inches away from her. “I thought it would be a good idea considering I got to see you.”The apples of her cheeks became more pronounced as she tried to hide the smile threatening to form. “Flattery will not get you anywhere, especially since you are taking money away from my business. Is there anyway you could move to a different location?&rdqu
Thank you for joining me on this journey. It means so much to me. Knowing I had readers kept me going. I hope you are happy with the ending. This story took a turn from what I initially wanted to do but I am super satified with the results.There will be a story following Kieran. I released a preview in the earlier chapters. Please vote and review this story. If you like this one check out, I've Loved You From Afar and other works written by me.Once again thank you for reading my second completed work. I really and truly do appreciate each and everyone of you. Look forward to more works by me
Emma Jean stood there with her hands covering her mouth. Tears we’re streaming down her eyes. She was in shock, words failed her at that moment. She could only nod her head yes. “You will?” She finally found her voice. “Yes! Don’t be ridiculous.” Kenji picked her up, spinning her around. “You have no idea how happy that makes me.” He peppered her face in kisses. “Come with me.” He put her down on the porch. Rummaging through his pants pocket he pulled out the keys to the house. He headed straight to unlock the door. When he looked at her, she was confused. A tiny smile formed on his lips. “What’s this?” “Just follow me. I promise it’ll be worth your while.” He took her hand and lead her up the stairs. The sound of their footsteps echoed in the unfurnished house. They reached the top of the steps. Kenji took her to the master bedroom. There he opened the door and stood just at the entrance. Inside, were Sandra and Rowan holding a dress
Emma Jean looked in the rearview mirror to see his head disappeared. She got concerned and was about to get out of the car when he stood back up. She placed her hand to her chest and breathed. When he got in the car, she turned to him. “You nearly gave me a heart attack?”He looked puzzled for a moment then realized what she was referring to. “I didn’t disappear or felt ill. Just needed to tie my shoes is all. Is this your way of saying you love me more than air?”She turned away from him, folding her arms over her chest. “I didn’t say that.”“You’re so cute when you pout.”“You'll be cute with a swollen lip?”Kenji started the car. And sounded overly cheerful. “Does that mean your going to kiss me until they are swollen from your love?”Emma Jean couldn’t say anything back after that. She just decided to be quiet and enjoy the ride. Kenji knew what she really meant but nothing could bring him down. He had a plan to give her the romantic proposal she woul
Six months had past since that incident with Shannon. Emma Jean had been sitting in her office working on plans for the parks new attraction while also watching a rough cut of a new movie the company had started to work on. A knock came from her door causing her to look up. She smiled when he entered the office. “What are you doing here?” Kenji was dressed up in a suit and carrying a mixed bouquet. Roses, carnations, lilies, daisies, and baby’s breath were wrapped in an elegant purple paper. “I came to see the most beautiful woman in the world.” She smiled at him and looked down at her swollen belly. “You only say that because I’m pregnant and hormonal. You’re trying to appease me first thing.” He handed her the flowers then stole a kiss from her lips. “Not at all. I really believe you are the most beautiful woman in the world. And you are all mines.” She took the flowers and placed them on her desk. She smiled while looking at him. She couldn
Emma jean had hoped that would keep her occupied long enough to get out of the house safely so the police could handle her but as soon as she reached the door to turn it a shot rang close to her ear. She looked to see a bullet hole in the corner of the door’s hinges. She turned around to see Shannon barely standing. She sent a silent prayer up to her daddy for making sure she had a learned some defensive moves. “That was the last bullet in the chamber you know.”Shannon held the gun up weakly while still holding onto her stomach. “You think I didn’t load the bullets back in the chamber? You would be stupid if you thought otherwise.”Emma jean looked from the door handle to Shannon. Her eyes were slightly narrowed as she raised her eyebrows. “You wouldn’t have had enough time to load them.”“You want to test that theory?” She stood up straighter an pointed the gun towards her.“So you&
Detective Hanson sighed. This wasn’t an ideal hostage situation but nothing is ideal when you have mentally disturbed people involved. He scratched his head with free hand. “Ok, so you’ll let his parents and Emma Jean go?” Emma jean answered for herself. “No, Kenji needs to reject me in front of her. I have to stay. Just worry about his parents and not about me.” “Yes, she understands the situation so don’t get in our way. Once he tells me he loves me and not her then we can all end this as peacefully as we can. Don’t try anything funny.” Detective Hanson gulped knowing what the end result would be. “We won’t. I’m sending someone in now.” He motioned for one of his men to go forward unarmed to get the couple. The man knocked on the door and opened it. He walked into seeing Emma Jean being held with a gun to her head. Her hands were balled into a fist. He thought he seen something but shook his head. Shannon motioned to the kitchen. “Hurry and
Shannon angled her head to the left. Her eyebrow was arched. “Did you just threaten me?” Her voice raised with each word. He realized just a bit too late that he fucked up. “Shannon, no I didn’t threaten you. I just want my dad to be there for when we get married. You don’t have any family, do you? Wouldn’t you want him to walk you down the aisle?” He was hoping that would make her think logically about it. “Oh, you’re right. I want to be as close to my in laws to the point where they think of me as the daughter they never had.” She raised the gun to her lips while smiling. “But you did threaten me so you need to be punished.” She raised her hand in the air that wielded the gun and struck him across the side of his face. Kenji crumpled to the ground. She hit him hard enough to be knocked unconscious. Sandra screamed. “Kenji? Kenji? Wake up honey please?” “Oh, shut up mom. He’s fine you shouldn’t worry so much.” She took the bandana that she was holdin
Kenji stepped in front of Emma Jean. He put himself in front of Shannon to keep her from firing. He wanted to know where his parents were. “Shannon? Where are my parents?”“Aww you’re more concerned about them than that little bitch. Then maybe you should move out of the way so that I can just end her miserable life.”Emma Jean wanted to say something but knew that it would only aggravate her even more. Kenji shook his head. “No, we’re talking about my parents. What did you do with them? I know you wouldn’t hurt them.”“Of course, I wouldn’t. Unless they said something so disgusting as that thing being their daughter in law over me. Tell me the truth you don’t love her. You can’t see yourself with her?”Emma Jean gently tugged on his shirt trying to get his attention. Wanting to tell him it was ok if he diminished his feelings for her to calm Shannon down. Kenji may have u
They were in the middle of their second movie when the storm seemed to ease enough for them to head back to his parents place. The two of them looked at each other. It was silent except for the sounds of the movie playing in the background. Emma Jean was about to say something when Kenji received a message from an unknown number.[Your parents are really nice.] a picture was attached with the back of his parents in the frame showing.Kenji bolted right up. Not sure who it was or who was in his house. He sent a reply back. [Who is this?] He started to call his mom first. It rang several times before going to voicemail. He tried the house phone it made a loud screeching sound signaling it was off the hook. He tried his mothers cell again. Nothing.Emma Jean looked at him worriedly. “What’s going on? You look panicked?”Before he could answer another text came in. [its just your soulmate. Your parents think im the better match for you now.