“You look lovely this morning. I can hardly tear my eyes away”, Tyse said dramatically, his eyes shot and his face dreamy.Truce laughed, parting Killian’s shoulders. “You were so cool back there”.Killian sighed. Trust it to his friends to drive drive him crazy.They were in Killian’s office. They had followed him there from Mayeli’s house, instead of going to their respective offices, and they had been taunting him throughout.“He kept staring at her throughout breakfast”, Tyse said, laughing. He was wearing a navy blue Brioni suit with a white shirt inside, and his long hair was left to fall down his shoulders.“Was it that obvious?” Killian asked wearily. His friends were driving him crazy, but Mayeli was driving him more crazy. He could barely understand himself when it came to her. She was breaking the walls he had taken so long to build without an effort.“Very, but I don’t think she minded”, Truce replied.“You should send her flowers”, Tyse suggested. “Flowers are the key”.F
“I'm exhausted”, Mayeli mumbled. They were on their way back from seeing the house. They had spoken to a few interior decor specialists, gone through the hustle of signing all the paperwork, and they were finally done. Mayeli was both hungry and exhausted.“I'm sorry, let's grab a bite at one of my favourite spots around the area”, Kreed said, opening his Navy-blue Pagani Huayra door for her. Mayeli had long stopped wondering about Kreed's expensive clothes and luxury cars. According to him, he came from a family of old money, which was true.“You have a favourite spot already?” Mayeli asked, entering the car.“Yes, my best friend, Aaron lives in the area”. Kreed shut the door and went over to the driver's side.Aaron? Mayeli wondered. Where had she heard that name?“What's the name of the restaurant?”Kreed started the car. “ZR. It's both a hotel and an eat-out spot. The view there is lovely, so is their food. I'll make a reservation now”.“Sure”.Mayeli relaxed into a soft car sea
Killian closed his eyes as Mayeli's lips brushed his, and then captured his lips hungrily. She wasn't wasting any minute, and he loved it. The urgency made him more excited.He pulled her dress up above her butt and captured her soft bum in his hands. She stripped off his shirt impatiently, and then let him strip off her gown. She was left with a black lingerie and her heels, and the sight made him crazy. Gosh, he could never get enough of her. She was his weakness, a living temptation.She sat on the restroom bench, biting on her bottom lips seductively. Killian smiled, joining her.He captured her lips and his hands explored her almost naked body, relishing in the sound of her moans. They heard a knock on the door, which they dutifully ignored.Their sex this time was urgent and exciting like they both sort to satisfy a hunger that they hadn't known existed.His lips explored her neck as he thrust inside her, her hips moving with his movement and her legs wrapped around his waist l
Killian stared at the necklace in his hands. It was a simple, expensive silver necklace he had gotten for Mayeli. He had been passing a Jewelry store when it caught his attention. It would look perfect on her, he thought with a smile.Maybe Truce was right. He had to try with Mayeli, or he would never know whether or not they would work out.Perhaps it was time to give that relationship thing a try, he thought with a smile.Mayeli was the perfect woman for him in many ways. She was beautiful, intelligent, confident, and god damn sexy. He liked her or maybe even loved her. She drew him in ways no woman ever had. He still loved her, though he could hardly remember what their relationship had been like, but he was certain they were meant to be from the very beginning.Killian picked up his car keys. It was just 5 pm, but he was eager to leave the office, he was eager to see her.When he walked out of his office door, his secretary, Gina, turned to him in surprise.“Do you have a meetin
Killian eased his Rolls-Royce through the gates of a stunning three-story penthouse.The dark chocolate and cream-painted house stood in the middle of the face area, surrounded by carefully trimmed trees and beautiful colourful flowers. Everything about the house spoke comfort.The house was not too big, but it seemed perfect for a family of ten. It was probably twice Mayeli’s four-bedroom apartment. The walls were mainly transparent, displaying the lovely view of the environment and the colourful flowers. From where Mayeli was, she could see a pool on the third floor.“You sure have good eyes for houses”, Mayeli said as Killian entwined his fingers with hers and led her towards the house.“Thank you”, Killian mumbled. “Do you like it?”“I love it!”“Good, 'cause it’s yours”.Mayeli froze. Was this the surprise he was talking about?”“I’m sorry, I can’t accept it”, Mayeli said, trying to hold back the anger building in her chest. Why would he buy her a house?Killian looked surprised
Killian stared at Mayeli's shocked expression, fighting the urge to laugh.“Is this funny?” Mayeli asked, rolling her eyes.Killian ran his hands through his hair. “I kind of remember, but not everything. I remember the first time we met. My Mom introduced us.”Mayeli smiled, showing off her deep dimples and glowing green eyes. “You asked me out on that day,” she said.“I always knew you'd be the one, now here we are”.Mayeli narrowed her eyes. “What does that even mean, Zed?” Killian kept quiet for a while. He had been doing a lot of thinking, and he had made his decision. Yes, things were bond to go wrong, but he was ready to give being happy with Mayeli a shot. Life was full of choices, after all, it all depended on which one we were willing to choose.Killian stood up from his sea and came to stand behind Mayeli. He bent down and slipped the silver necklace around her neck. “I mean we could give this relationship thing”, he mumbled, placing a kiss on Mayeli’s neck.She stood up
Mayeli walked into the Queen Elizabeth University Hospital, Glasgow, with a smile. She took a deep breath as she stared at the familiar environment. She had been there two years ago when she found out she was pregnant with Bryelle. At first, she had been disoriented and seeking an abortion, until she met Doctor Nathan, a young, extremely handsome gynaecologist who was only two years older than her.Nathan had kindly convinced her against an abortion and ran her through every step of her pregnancy. It had been obvious he had a crush on her back then, but he was with someone, so nothing went on between them.“Hey, Mayeli, good to see you after such a long time. How have you been?” Doctor Janet, Nathan’s assistant, screamed.She was standing at the reception table, probably talking to the receptionist, before Mayeli walked in.Janet was a tall, chubby woman with genuine warmth overflowing from her. She had treated Mayeli like a younger sister, rather than a client. Janet hadn't changed
Nathan rubbed Mayeli's belly gently, watching the scan.“How do you feel?” He asked Mayeli.“It's a bit cold, but I feel fine”, Mayeli replied.Killian took Mayeli's hands. “I didn't know doctors were this interactive with their patients”, he mumbled.What was wrong with him? Mayeli thought with a chuckle.“You've been complaining nonstop Mr Reon, I think you might as well take over my role”, Nathan fired back.The two men had been arguing consistently for a while now. “Well, I guess you're better at the job”, Killian replied, looking away.“At least you know that”, Nathan grumbled.“What have we got? Is it a boy or a girl?” Mayeli asked, interrupting the argument.Nathan turned to her with a teasing smile that showed off his dimple. “What do you think?” He asked, rubbing her hair lightly.“Now you would make me guess?” Mayeli asked laughing. It had been so long since she saw Nathan, and she had forgotten how playful he was. He always seemed to make a situation lighter no matter how
Jayden’s POVI picked up the book on her reading desk “Passions of Emma”, as I waited for her to change. I smiled. I didn't know she was the book type. Jovita and I were more alike than I thought.When she finally stepped out, my eyes scanned her body, while she blushed. Fuck, I could never get enough of her.“Let's go”, she said, leading the way.I laughed, grabbing her slim waist and pulling her to me. I scooped her into my arms, surprising both her and myself. I could barely think straight when it came to her. I couldn't remember ever loving anyone this way.She kept protesting, but I ignored her, and only put her down when we reached the kitchen.“So what are you making?” I asked, already missing the feel of her soft body on my arms.“Patience Jayden, you can have her all night”, I chastised myself.“Chicken stir fry and meatloaf. It's quite late so I'm not making much”, she replied, taking out a pan. I still couldn't believe she could cook and I was kinda looking forward to tast
Mayeli rolled her eyes before she picked up her sister's call. Shaila had been calling her nonstop. Who gave a person six calls at just 6 am?“Hello?” Mayeli said into the mouthpiece, carefully rolling out of her bed to avoid waking Bryelle up. She walked to her bedroom balcony. The gush of wind that hit her instantly took away any ounce of sleep she still felt.“Have you seen the headlines?” Shaila screamed. Mayeli's eyes narrowed. Her sister was mostly always dramatic, but this was quite extreme.“What is in the headlines?” Mayeli asked, strolling to the bedside table to pick up her laptop.She drew aside her curtains, letting warm sun-ray bath her room through the floor-to-ceiling windows.“I don't think it's something I can tell you over the phone”. It was Shaila's way. Make her curious, then leave her hanging.With a sigh, Mayeli opened her MacBook Pro. She went to her browser, and typed the words “Killian Reon”.Before she clicked on the enter button, she decided to make a cup
Mayeli sat behind after Tyse had left her, chatting with some of her colleagues at work who had been invited to the party. She had been surprised to see them, but she was glad. They had helped her get her mind off Killian.“Can I talk to you for a second?” A familiar voice asked Mayeli. Nixen.Mayeli was a bit surprised. She hadn't seen Nixen in a while. She didn't know he was invited to the party. Of course, he would have been invited. He was Killian's brother after all.Mayeli managed a smile, before she excused herself from her group, and followed Nixen.They stopped by a less crowded spot.“It's been a while, Nixen”, Mayeli said.Mayeli ran his hands through his now curly hair, and the curls fell back on his forehead. He was dressed in a black Brioni suit with a white shirt inside. The first three buttons of his shirt were left open, revealing his well-built hairy chest. Mayeli took in Nixen’s new hairstyle with a smile. He was trying to look like Killian.“Mayeli, I have missed
Mayeli's heartbeat was racing heartbeats she watched Killian lower his lips to hers. Their lips were an inch apart when the twisting of the bathroom door handle interrupted them.Mayeli quickly pushed Killian away and adjusted her hair. She turned to see Killian standing with a confused expression.“He shouldn't be here, it's the ladies' room. How would you explain when the headline carries it tomorrow? He's Killian Reon after all”, Mayeli's inner voice whispered. For once, she agreed perfectly with that voice.Quickly, she pulled Killian and shoved him into one of the restrooms. Then she took out her phone, and leaned on the restroom door, pretending to be busy chatting.“Hi”, the middle-aged woman who walked in said with a smile. She was plus-sized, and her black V-neck gown could barely contain her shape.“Hey”, Mayeli replied, managing a smile.“Are you waiting for someone?” The lady inquired.“No”, Mayeli answered curtly, hoping she'd do her thing and go away quickly. Mayeli hear
Mayeli stared at the rolls of cars parked in front of Killian's house as Nathan eased his black Phantom into one of the very few parking spaces available. The parking area was filled with several expensive-looking cars. From the look of things, there was a high turnout for Tyse's party.Mayeli wasn't surprised. Tyse was a young, renowned, and very handsome multi-billionaire. He'd have a lot of friends. Besides, he was Killian Reon’s best friend. That added to the popularity.When Nathan killed the engine, Mayeli hurriedly opened her car door and stepped out, walking towards the entrance of Killian's house without waiting for her two companions. She wearing the dress Killian had bought her and she was about to walk into his house. She didn't want to walk in with Nathan by her side or worse, holding hands with him. Killian was already angry at her, she didn't want to add to it.“Don't an in such, Mayeli. I know you can't wait to see Killian, but you don't have to leave us behind”, Nico
Killian clasped his Samsung Galaxy Z Fold tightly, resisting the urge to call her. He had been doing that for a while now. Mayeli was messing with his head. First she liked him, now he liked her, she wasn't interested in him. It didn't make sense. And now they were other guys? Huff, what was he going to do?“You said you wouldn't contact her first”, Tyse said, lying on Killian's bed. “I love your room, Zed”.Killian ran his hands through his hair, letting out a frustrated sigh. “I don't know what to do, Cas”.“I'm sorry you got rejected, but I think you should let her be”.“She said she needed time to think. I didn't get rejected”.Tyse chuckled, sitting up. “That's also a way of saying I'm not interested”.Killian’s already depressed mood dampened more. Why would Mayeli reject him? They spent quality time together, and she had been happy, so what was her reason?“Perhaps she likes the Nathan dude. Didn't you say they were so close?” Tyse asked.Killian’s head throbbed at the memory.
Mayeli stared at the glass of cocktail in front of her. It was Friday, and she and Nicole were hanging out at their favourite garden spot. She had been badly craving a cocktail, so Nicole allowed her just a glass and nothing more.“You should eat your food, Mayeli, it's delicious. Especially the crabs”, Nicole said with a chuckle.“I just want another glass of cocktail”, Mayeli mumbled, giving Nicole a pout.Nicole rolled her eyes. “You can keep staring at the food then”.“As you wish”.“Mayeli, you should eat your food right now!"“Fine. Why are you so scared?” Mayeli grumbled, taking a bite of her sandwich.They were silent for a while, and Nicole tapped consistently on her screen, laughing silently. “Who's that?” Mayeli asked.“Nobody”.Mayeli adjusted the loose strands of hair that were flapping over her face. The day was quite windy. “You should stop laughing aloud then, you're only making me curious”.“Whatever”, Nicole mumbled absent-mindedly.Mayeli’s phone beeped, and she pi
Mayeli wiped away the tears falling down her cheeks, they just wouldn't stop coming. “Mayeli, what's wrong?” Killian asked for the umpteenth time. He looked like a mother hen unsure of how to take care of its chicks. He was driving her to her house.Mayeli looked away, wondering whether to tell him. He would be so angry. He would yell, and he'd probably not want to see her face ever again.Killian pulled into her driveway, killed the engine, and came over to open her door for her.“Hey come, let's get you inside”, he mumbled, taking her hands.He led her to the kitchen, sat her on a stool and proceeded to the fridge. He took a bottle of water and poured her a glass, giving it to her. His face still had the anxious look, and it was funny because she had never seen Killian anxious.He cupped her cheeks in his hands. “Are you feeling better?” He asked.Mayeli nodded, staring at the glass of water, and building the courage to open up to him.“Good”, Killian mumbled, then dipped his head
Nathan rubbed Mayeli's belly gently, watching the scan.“How do you feel?” He asked Mayeli.“It's a bit cold, but I feel fine”, Mayeli replied.Killian took Mayeli's hands. “I didn't know doctors were this interactive with their patients”, he mumbled.What was wrong with him? Mayeli thought with a chuckle.“You've been complaining nonstop Mr Reon, I think you might as well take over my role”, Nathan fired back.The two men had been arguing consistently for a while now. “Well, I guess you're better at the job”, Killian replied, looking away.“At least you know that”, Nathan grumbled.“What have we got? Is it a boy or a girl?” Mayeli asked, interrupting the argument.Nathan turned to her with a teasing smile that showed off his dimple. “What do you think?” He asked, rubbing her hair lightly.“Now you would make me guess?” Mayeli asked laughing. It had been so long since she saw Nathan, and she had forgotten how playful he was. He always seemed to make a situation lighter no matter how