I slowly opened my eyes and shut it as fast as I opened it, I worked my way through my body and realized my shirt was gone. I was bare-chest and Why was I wrapped in a down comforter?I tried to get up but it was a struggle, my head hurt so much I cupped it between my hands. What was going on? I looked around and saw Samantha looking at me. She held a cup in her hands, I eyed me looking intently at my face. I wanted to do the same but my head felt like it was being hit by a tornado.We stared at each other for a while, none of us trying to break the silence. I didn't have anything to say to her because I was a jerk and she must really think lowly of me. I left her at the office without checking in to tell her and to top it up. I came home embarrassingly drunk.She didn't look angry, the look on her face was one of disappointment and frustration. I felt a little bad but I had no reason to explain anything to her. If I could just get out of the bed and walk away, but I can't so I looked
I held my breath as Lucas spat out hurtful words, "Stay away from me," he said. If it was easy I'd get up and walk out of the door without giving it a second thought. But, it wasn't I couldn't lift myself up from the bed. So, I just watched him. He withdrew from me and straightened himself."If you would just speak up and stop acting like a…cowards," I mumbled the last word.He growled, "You think I'm a coward?" He thundered. I looked at the door and feared for our secret, he was losing his mind but there was so much we… he would lose if someone walked through that door and met us in this situation.I shook my head, "No, Lucas I don't think you're a coward I-"He cut me off. "You what now," he scoffed. "You want to go all decent and act like you're the victim?"I was the victim. Lucas was pushing me too hard. I wanted to get angry at what he just said. No, he wasn't the victim I was. He came home drunk last night and I watched over him. And last night, when he puked on the bed as soon
I woke up with a start. This room was different, exotic but with plain designs. It was smaller than the room I slept in every other day. I looked around confused for a while. Why was I? I tried to get my thoughts in track, starting from the episode with Lucas."Just great," I murmured, tossing aside the comforter from my body. I remembered leaving Lucas and coming to sleep in the guest room. I laid back on the bed and folded my hands in my belly while I stared at the ceiling. My thoughts drifted back to him, how was he doing? Was he more sober?I sat up straight. I shouldn't be thinking of that bleeping idiot that made me feel less of myself. I stayed laid back on the bed for a while, digesting everything that was happening one at a time. I had to change into fresh clothes and also take a shower. And my breath smelled of rotten croissants– I needed a wash.I rolled out of the bed. And ran my fingers through my hair, before tying it up in a bun. As much as I didn't want to, I had to go
"Good morning Samantha," Andres greeted. He had a wide grin on his face, for someone who loathed his brother, Andres' grin was quite suspicious.I sucked in a breath and placed the brush on the dresser, he walked in closer and I turned to face him. I didn't want him to see how apprehensive I was, "Good morning Andres," I replied, a wide smile dancing on my lips.He looked around the room and back at me. I heard him exhale deeply, and I could swear it echoed through the room, there was a long pause. He cleared his throat, "I was thinking if I could have a word with you,"I rubbed the back of my neck with my hands, it was awkward standing there with him in the room, after what happened. "Yeah sure," I mumbled.He smiled and stretched out his hands, I cautiously placed mine on them and he squished them warmly–Andres was acting strange."Thank you, I promise I won't take much of your time," he said,I pointed towards the door, "Can we have the conversation outside, downstairs in the livin
A sudden chill ran through my veins, when I noticed Lucas standing by the door. He had a murderous look on his face as he peered from Andres and back to him. I stood up supporting myself with the arm of the couch.He walked up to us. "What's this supposed to mean? What's going on here?"' he asked, his voice laced with anger. Andres tugged at the button of his suit, he seemed calm. Of course, he was calm, Andres relished in having arguments that were uncalled for with his brother.Andres extended his hand for a handshake. "Good morning man…" he greeted, "I was just about to leave," he said, picking up his suit on the couch."You won't go anywhere if you don't answer my question," Lucas glared. His eyes were twitching and it was only a matter of time before he brought the door down with his voice.Andres mumbled, "What question?"Lucas arched his brows and cast a deluxe I-am-so-disappointed stare at me. I looked down. I was getting a hold of myself, I just wanted to gather my thoughts a
I flagged down a taxi and entered, "Java Inc, fourth avenue," I said. The driver smiled exposing a crooked tooth, "Alright, ma'am,"I got to the company and started making my way to the elevator. I pushed the button rather too hard, transferring my aggression to the elevator– rather too pathetic.The elevator ride was uncomfortable. I felt like I was being stowed in a black hole and was getting lost. I was too livid from what Lucas had done. I almost bumped into Valerie when I stepped out of the elevator."I'm so sorry ma'am," she gasped.I placed my hands on her shoulders, "It's okay Emily,"She smiled and nodded, "Would you like me to go over…"I cut in, "No, I'd like you to get me a cup of coffee and ice water," I said, and she looked at me with a confused look."Okay ma'am," I'll do that. I had just appeared as a weird person in front of my subordinate. Can today get any worse?She turned around and entered the elevator. I walked into my office, making a mental note not to look ov
The car was moving at a normal pace. Trying to keep up with his speed, but I was anxious. I had to be careful not to be caught. For a moment, I thought about turning back and heading towards the house. If he wanted to go anywhere after work, that's on him. The drive was a bit too long, and I occasionally pushed my head to the driver's side to check if we were still on track with him.After what felt like eternity, he pulled up in front of a luxurious private club, at the outskirts of town. What was he doing here? I silently prayed he hadn't come here to do the obvious– drink and return home drunk, and get angry over flimsy things.I tucked some dollar bills into the driver's hands, "Thank you for your services," I said with a smile, "Um… do you mind waiting for me until I come back?" I asked.He hesitated, "Madam I don't–"I sighed, "I'll pay you double the price when I get back," I mumbled. His face lit up "Fine, I'll be waiting," he said with a groan.I grinned, "Thank you," I grabb
My eyes widened in shock at what just happened. I swirled around to avoid the thousands of eyes probably fixed on the incident. "I'm so sorry," the waitress said,"It's fine not to worry… I'm fine," I said, my back still turned back at her. I wanted to run away, run back into the car, this time for real without thinking twice. Oh, what I'd give right now to take back the hands of time.I had come here to spy and now, I was about to get busted. Lucas shouldn't have the slightest idea that I had followed him from the office down to this place.I turned back and saw the waitress, clearing up the mess. She looked up at me, sad about what had just happened."I hope you're not hurt anywhere? And I'm sorry about your dress," she apologized.I smiled nervously, "I'm perfectly fine no harm was done, and um… the dress, I can always have a change of clothes," I said, trying not to sound too pensive. I hurriedly headed out of the club. It was already enough drama for one night.The cool breeze hi