Ashton was helpless. He didn't know and could do anything but regret. Regret the day when he thought he would vanish from her life after he won the bet and it won't even bother him. He didn't know that while making her fall in love, he would be the one falling harder and deeper.
But he remained there, standing and not moving an inch, without blinking his eyes in fear that he would and Bella would no longer be there then. He was staring at Bella keenly, just her. Rest of the surrounding was blurred until Jacob kissed her forehead." You moron keep your lips to yourself." and he closed his hands into a fist.Ashton was all ready to go in and rain punches to distort Jacob's pretty face but when he saw Bella smiling at him. Floor slipped and Ashton felt like he was falling in a never ending tunnel. The anger he had for Jacob was replaced by hurt. Lastly the song ended and Bella couldn't be any more happier. Finally she was done with this whole dancing thing.Jacob kissed Bella's forehead. And she awkwardly smiled, her eyes shining because of the tears she was holding back.While her mind wondered if Ashton had ever actually respected her when all he did was to fake things just for the sake of the bet. Bella stopped herself from thinking anymore about him. She was right now with Jacob and she was supposed to enjoy this time. But her mind was exhausted like it had run a marathon. She wanted to go home and call it a day.Jacob sensed Bella's tiredness so he asked if she wanted to go back. Getting a nod from her he fetched his jacket which he had hung on the chair while Bella took her clutch from the table and proceeded to leave.Ashton noticed that they were coming out so he hid behind the wall so they couldn't see him and to his relief none of them noticed him. Taking a few deep breaths Ashton went back to his table to pay off his bills for the dinner he had with the shock which came absolutely free. He laughed a painful laugh and drove to his apartment.He was going to his apartment, driving rashly. He didn't even know why he was so furious. Was it because Bella acted like he was a stranger to her and there was nothing between them ever or was it because she was moving on with that ugly boy.Damn it! It was both.Ashton wanted to clear his mind, he wanted to stop himself from thinking about Bella so the moment he got inside his apartment he searched for a drink. He wanted to get so drunk that he could forget who Bella was or that he ever met her.He used to drink a lot like it was the only thing he was living for. But it was until he met her. Until I met Bella. She was light in his dark world. She was the essence of belonging in loneliness. She didn't change him. But he changed himself for her. Because he wanted to be a better version of himself for her.So when she had asked Ashton , "why do you drink?" though the question was pretty simple but it had taken him off guard." to calm myself down," he had admitted to her.And it was true whenever he used to get anxious. He used to drink to calm his nerves down and not to lash on someone. To show all his emotions like hurt, grief, pain he had one emotion: anger. He used to put those feelings in his anger, not knowing how to deal with them. They had always been foreign to me.He still remembered what she had said when he had told her the reason for him getting drunk. " I am here. To calm you. So you don't need to rely on that bottle. " and the way she held his hand at that time was so overwhelming. Her eyes had shown sincerity behind her every word.There was something in the way she used to look at Ashton the way she used to affect him to the extent that he had started opening up more with her than the handful of friends he had. So Ashton had just squeezed her hand and kissed her forehead, giving her assurance that he won't drink ever now.But she wasn't here. She wasn't here to calm him down now, to light his world up. To stop him from being an asshole. She didn't keep her promise so why should he, grabbing beer he opened it and without taking time in pouring it in a glass. He drank it from the bottle. The liquid went down his mouth to his stomach, burning his throat.He closed his eyes feeling happy at the memories. That was the time when everything was so good between them but everything got screwed up. He stumbled and fell on his bed. He had no energy in him to stand and change so he didn't budge and let sleep take over him.Car stopped in front of the house and Jacob jogged to the other side to open the door for Bella but she beat him to it and came out of the car herself. For a second both looked at each other awkwardly not knowing how to say goodbye.Earlier when they were friends so saying bye wasn't hard they needed to just to wave hands or even hug but today was different. It was their first date. Both had hugged each other uncountable times but everytime like friends and not knowing how to react now, both hugged each other awkwardly which was there only for milliseconds before it was replaced by their known warmth.Bella got in and the first thing she was welcomed by was a over excited Varonica who launched herself on her and embraced her in a tight hug which made both of them fall on the floor because of its intensity." You weigh more than a baby elephant Varonica. Get off me or I will die." Bella teased her." You see this sexy figure, how can you compare it with an elephant?" she replied while getting up which only made Bella chuckle." Yeah, yeah. I know." and she grinned.Varonica took Bella's hand and dragged her to her room hurriedly. She pushed the door open and made Bella sit on the bed. Bella felt bed dipped a little as she settled near her with curious eyes waiting for Bella to blurt out about her date. And I obviously skipped the whole Ashton thing.Varonica was very happy to know that her best friend had a good time without knowing about the tornado named Ashton who had made his re-entry into Bella's life."He won't come again." was all Bella hoped for she didn't want a second encounter with Ashton at any cost.Varonica was very happy to know that her best friend had a good time without knowing about the tornado named Ashton who had made his re-entry into Bella's life."He won't come again." was all Bella hoped for she didn't want a second encounter with Ashton at any cost.She went out of Bella's room to sleep in her room. Bella closed the door and tears started brimming in her eyes. Her silent sobs were taking a toll but she palmed her mouth, muffling her cries before they could turn worse.Her legs felt wobbly, they weren't able to hold the weight of her body, she leaned on the door and let her body slide down. She clutched her knees and took sharp breaths to steady her heart beat.I won't ever let you cry Bella.But who had known that one day Ashton would be the sole reason for every tear she shed. He promised to be the reason for her happiness but did otherwise. She knew it now but it was too late, she was broken already.You are my shining star Bella.But who knew he would be darkness
Sun had shown, screaming the start of the day. Most of the people in the city were out of their houses, going at their works and children going to school. There was hustle bustle all around like a normal day.Pretty normal right?Nah! There was Bella who was still in her bed covered with bedsheet and snoring heavily. Varonica was calling her from downstairs while preparing breakfast but after getting frustrated of calling out her name for like thousands times, she went up stairs.Varonica turned the knob and the door opened smoothly without any creaking sound. She palmed her face at the sight. Bella's room was in a complete mess.Popcorns were all over her bed while the half eaten pizza was lying on the floor and Bella was on her bed, wrapped in the sheets and in deep sleep.Splash!!Varonica emptied the whole jag of water on Bella and put the now empty jug back at the bed side table. Bella's eyes widened and she hurriedly sat on the bed in indian style with her eyes wide open and nos
That familiar musk perfume filled her nostrils. And Bella's heart beats raced rapidly, she felt the hot breaths at the nap of her neck and the shiver ran through her spine, giving her goosebumps. She didn't need to turn around to know who the person was as she knew there had always been this one person who had such an effect on her body and that familiar fragrance but still she was hoping for herself to be wrong. " Hello Miss Evans." but her hopes came crashing down when she heard the voice. It was him. It was Ashton Blair. Bella exhaled a heavy breath and turned with a poker face, all blank and didn't even flinch a bit. She held her head up to meet his eyes with full confidence while her fists clenched and teeth gritted. She was facing him now and when he looked in her eyes, there was something different in them which he wasn't able to interpret and that feared him. For the first time he wasn't able to catch on what was going through her mind. " Hello Miss Evans." he said again
Soon the delivery boy came with Ashton's order and was shocked by the huge tip Ashton gave him. Thanking him he vanished while Ashton closed the door and headed upstairs in his room to have his dinner with a happy face, after a long time.Bella was standing at the door step. Everytime she raised her hand to turn the knob but withdrew it in the mid way. She closed her eyes and inhaled a deep breath, gathering strength she opened the door.Opening the door, Bella peeped inside to check if the way to my room was clear or not but to her dismay luck wasn't on his side the first thing her eyes caught was a familiar thin figure." what are you doing Bell?" Varonica looked at her suspiciously." What... What am I doing??? I am doing nothing.. Yeah nothing. Why are you asking me this?? Do you think I am upto something?? Oh come on Varonica how could you think about me like this. You are doubting me.. Like seriously. Our 6 years of friendship and you are still doubting me. " Bella pointed at he
Ashton and Peter both had a talk on call about the meeting and their plans for tomorrow. After sometime they talk about absolutely nothing but crap and lastly declined the call. Ashton laid back holding pillow close to himself and his thoughts went back to that time, replaying the memory of his first encounter with Bella. He started to think back about how his friends were around Varonica and that look of terror on her face that was the first time when Ashton had met Bella. -----Varonica backed away, Tina was ready to punch or kick her butt and Ashton would have enjoyed the show too but he stopped her cause he didn't want her to have all the fun alone he wanted it too. So rest of Ashton's friends had surrounded Varonica and waited for Ashton. " I am sorry. It happened by mistake." Varonica half smiled in fear as Ashton kept coming closer. " Tch Tch don't be sorry it's okay." her back hit the table and she stumbled. " Stop what you are guys doing. Stop bullying her. " a sweet whis
After Bella had the talk with her subconscious, her body got relaxed a bit as a burden was relieved and besides tiredness took a toll on her as her eyes started dropping. She yawned and hugged pillow more tightly, cold breeze tickled her face and she stared at the roses intently until she fell asleep. Both were in sleep with an enchanting smile on their faces due to overwhelming feelings. They were amused how they fell in love with each other despite their not so pleasant first encounter but this is what love is. It was morning but Bella didn't seem to wake up until the alarm rang merciless, shutting it off she woke up with a pout feeling sleepy but still dragged herself to the washroom and had a shower. Bella hastily came out of the washroom, the cold water awakening her completely. She had wrapped a towel around her dampened body. She plugged the hair dry and dried her hair and lastly got changed into a red tank top and black jeans. Before going out of her room her eyes involunta
She smoothened her dress and once more gave a look in the mirror to assure she was presentable. She stepped out of the washroom and thought, "I don't want to do this. But Ashton being here. I am left with no other choice." " I am resigning today." and with determination Bella went to talk to the authorities.Bella hastily typed a resignation letter and took its print out to hand it over. She knocked at the door with her trembling hand and entered in when Ashton gave her permission. She was going to act cool. She had decided that she will calmly hand over her resignation letter and walk the office like some dope shot. " Good morning Sir. Here is my resignation letter sir.", with this Bella kept resignation on table and proceeded to make a show stopping exit when Ashton called her. " May I know the reason?", Ashton spoke while looking at Bella. " It's written in the letter sir.", Bella replied and started to go out again. " Okay I won't stop you. But don't forget to pay the penalty
Bella was still standing at the door with her back facing it. She cursed and made faces as her plan back fired at her, talk about luck." Darn it..... This is not going be to easy." she stomped her foot and went to her cabin to fetch the file.Bella had said it loud enough for Ashton to hear the muffled sound and it made him laugh. He knew it wasn't time to tease her but he couldn't help it she was so cute when she would get irritated and besides that he knew that being serious won't make things right. Him being serious won't be of any help either way.But at least being jolly and teasing would make her talk back to him even if it would be due to annoyance even if she would scream and yell at him but at least she won't ignore him which she had been doing, she was running away far away from him. But Ashton wasn't going to let it happen now when he had got a chance to mend her heart." Man the food in the canteen was so yummy, too delicious that I couldn't hold myself back. " Peter said