Christos.Why the hell did I do that? Invite her for a dinner date? I thought I was supposed to be avoiding the fire brand witch with her tempting eyes and nice butts? So what just happened?“You got crazy in the head, I think.” My wolf chuckled and I snarled in return.More like I got pissed off.Who does she think she is? Coming in here and acting all snuffy and cool? At one point, I had to wonder who the boss was.It is a fact that I have always disliked bossy ass ladies with imprudent traits, especially the ones with soulful eyes that can eat deep into your souls.“Nonsense! You might dislike others, but it is obvious we have a thing or two for this one.” Lightning, my talkative wolf, snorted again and I almost slapped his face. The thought that I would also be hurting myself was the only thing that kept me from violence.“We have a thing for her? Who are the ‘we’?” I asked loudly in a deceptive voice.“I and you, my dear Christos. We like her even if you don’t approve of her att
Becca.Sitting on my bed that Wednesday evening, I wondered if it was a good thing to wish one’s child ain’t as intelligent as they were.Because really, if only I had less intelligent kids, I would not be here right now, pushed into a dinner date I really do not look forward to.And I definitely would not be panicking knowing my best friend would walk through the door any moment from now.Of course it doesn’t help to know Christos has changed his mind about me coming to his place. He had phoned this afternoon to let me know that would no longer be necessary. He will pick me up at my home for the dinner event!Sure, I was relieved to hear that it’s not really a date but a dinner event where we will have over two hundred guests in attendance. It is good to know he also thought coming over to his house would not be a good idea, but what will really make me feel good and happy is getting that call of cancellation from him.I honestly don’t want to spend my evening around a man who makes
Becca.Cindy wasn’t impressed by my words. She snorted.“Well, tough luck, my dear. It is unfortunate you don’t have a choice in this case and unless you want your boss to be looking like a fool when he gets here to pick you up, I will advise you to get up right now and make a quick run for it. Maybe, just maybe you can be ready before he gets here.” Walking towards me as she talked, she finished with a bossy glint in her saucy eyes and I blinked.About to deny caring about my boss’s feelings, a picture of the man came to my eyes and I paused with a little frown on my face.Of course, the last thing my boss will appreciate is a woman making a fool of him. In front of an audience especially. No, he definitely will not take this kindly. Which begs the question…‘Do I really want to provoke the man into doing his worse? Am I ready for the repercussions?’ I know I can easily get another job elsewhere even if he fires me but do I want that on my record?’And I know the answer. I can’t ris
Becca.“This is a start, darling. By consenting to this outing, you are breaking forth from the boundaries and you just have to release your heart to the moment. All you have to do to achieve this simple fit is to take this as a simple outing with an ordinary, simple man.” Cindy advised lightly.About to nod my head slightly in acknowledgment, a picture of the man I was going out with came to my head and I found myself chuckling.‘The last thing anyone would use in qualifying Christos Fernandez is simple and ordinary.’ I thought wryly and as if my friend finally understood what she said also, she joined me in laughter even as we heard the kids chatting excitedly with the man downstairs.Few minutes later, I walked down the stairs with my friend and we both stopped abruptly when we felt the pull of an unusual eye on us. With a swift glance towards the big room, we immediately noticed the silent effect of the man watching our movements. If you ask me, I stopped so suddenly because it w
Becca.Well, it does not happen that way. The time ticks so slow like a snail, and it does not seem this man is bored of my company yet.As a matter of fact, anyone would be deceived to think he’s enjoying my company. He had not left my side all evening, except only at the barest minimum and that was to have a small talk with the host and some few important others.It was apparent many considered him to be the most influential in the room, yet you would not know it judging by the unaware manner he treated them.Indifferent! That’s the word that comes to mind in describing the man at the moment. He is totally indifferent to the men worshipping him from afar and all the beautiful, well dressed people in the room. Especially the overdressed, simpering ladies who kept doing their level best to catch his attention.Some even threw me a malicious glance once awhile, as if it was because of me the man was ignoring them.Amused, I had tried walking around the room alone, with a telling glance
Christos.Oh heavens, I had not meant to do that. It had been unflattering and annoying seeing the eager way in which she was pushing me towards all those women all evening and I had only wanted to make her stop.Shepherding her towards the food section was with the intention to make her stop. By shoving foods in that pouting mouth that would not stop talking but then, she had stopped so suddenly, I immediately got worried. With the aim to check if she was alright, I turned her to face me and the shock of seeing that mouth opening again to argue with me brought out my primitive nature and I found myself taking her unsuspecting innocent lips roughly with mine and kissing her hard. With pent up anger and pleasure!Of course this has nothing to do with the fact that it was something I had wanted to do all evening or that I had been looking for a perfect excuse to take her into my arms ever since I set my eyes on her in that lovely demure gown that was so reddish and tempting, it’s a wo
Becca.Wiping the tears from the corner of my eyes, I wondered what I would tell the twins and my friend most especially.Stupid! Stupid!! Stupid!!! Despite my fear of the outing, I will not call it a date. It is an official outing as far as I am concerned.So yes, despite my fear, I had found myself enjoying the outing at one point and even found Christos’s company funny enough.It’s ego boosting to have the most powerful good looking man in the room standing at attention beside you all evening. The way he never took his eyes off me for more than a few seconds had been so flattering, I forgot my own reservation towards this outing in the first place.And when that thing, when that unexpected thing happened?‘What thing Becca? Can we be an adult here?’ A voice taunted and I sniffed.Well, the kiss. When the unexpected kiss happened, I had found myself not only responding to it but also participating. How that happened, I did not know, but it did and it was so sweet I never wanted it
Becca.“Hello? Is that Becca?” Christos Fernandez baritone voice asked softly and I could feel the trembling start from my toes already.“Yes, this is Becca Summer. May I know with whom I’m speaking please?” I was not ready to admit I can recognise the man’s voice.“This is Christos Fernandez.” The man answered and I could feel the impatience even through the line.“Oh, Mr. Fernandez. How may I help you sir?” I asked casually, as if the man had not caused me some restlessness yesterday night.I was sure I heard a deep sigh but when he spoke, it was all done with control.“Can you come to my office for a few moments, please?” He requested gently and I must say that was the last thing I was expecting.‘Is he going to give me a sack over last night? Hmm, even Christos Fernandez cannot be that much of a bastard.’ I thought wryly as I gave a slight cough.“I am a bit busy right now, Mr. Fernandez.” Of course when the boss calls you, you have to go running, dropping whatever it is you were