Finally after, an awkward car ride we arrived at his apartment building. It suited him it held a rugged flair from the ancient cargo elevator to the oriental wooden shutters. We finally arrived to the top floor. The elevator jolted as we hit the top Level the clumsy nerd I am lost my balance. I inadvertantly tumbled forward towards the hard elevator floor. I mentally and physically braced for the hard impact that would soon come. The impact never came . To find a strong arm grasp me around the waist in the nick of time. “ you have great reflexes” I complimented him .he pulled me against him steadying me upon my feet. “When we get to the initial floor there always tends to be a slight jolt .” He explains that deep accent accompies the explination . Thank god he wasn’t looking at me in the eyes .
“thank “is all I could horsefully croak out he rubbed the back of his neck “Your welcome” His nearness and cologne was intoxicating yet he still held firmly . I pushed his arm away steadying myself makes my own two feet.
I pushed open the door giving us the well needed space. It opened up directly to his apartment . “Nice place” he smiled at my compliment .For the first time I noticed his adorable dimples the corner of his mouth. I almost melted I had a weakness for dimples on a guy.. I’m a goner ..
this guy is unexplainably dangeous to my health and mind..I firmly declared .. that’it from this moment on I swear off men, relationship, and the concept of love. Trying to create space between us. I turn my back to him as he gasps and runs head first into the living room.
This is the the epitome of A cliche bachelor pad a bar in the far end of the room. Sports magazines and what it seems law books scattered across the coffeetable . So he is into law interesting..,I mentally noted for future use.what caught the corner of my eye both women and men clothing littered the small area.he truffled around grabbing the articles and stuffing them into his back pocket. A loose bra strap dangled from his back pocket I stifled a giggle. He nervously shifted from one foot to the next.” You see I ..” i cut him off in mid sentence. Even though I am quite enjoying him sweating like a sinner in church . I felt somewhat bad he didn’t judge me once he knew what I had done . At least he didn’t rub it in my face ; not yet at least.
I put up my hands in surrender” hey, to each their own. It’s not my place to judge and frankly I don’t care about your nightly indiscrepancies one bit. On the contraray I don’t care at all you do you ..
he gave that heart stopping smile once again.”thanks queen Bee for understanding” he commended to find the restaruant pamphlet..I said “Great” I hissed tough.clinched teeth.
I listened as he spoke in perfect manderian to the restaraunt around the corner. “Is there anything you can’t do “I said cheekily as he frowned at my quirky comment. It was suppose to lighten up the mood . It sorely missed its proper mark it only made more tenision. He went into the kitchen and grabbed extra silver ware. Instead of grabbing more silverware his shoulders were slumped over the kitchen sink. His head bowed as he tried to reign in his temper. His muscle in arms renewed as he gripped the counter. He spoke through gritted teeth . “Can we call it a truce on our verbal battles just for tonight . Gabby I don’t have the strength...I cant do this anymore .”. he honestly said.even though I didn’t care for physical contact often . I had a great urge to hold him he looked as volunerable as I felt . “I don’t want to fight either”i said soothingly but my words didn’t help. My phone rang loudly ...I pressed the red decline button.. “What ?!” I asked as he
Instead of devouring the sweet and sour pork or calling Oliver back . I went to the window and just stood there . Watching happy couples walk hand in hand doe below.jealousy and envy welled up within me. That could have been me like that I sigh..I heard his footsteps approached before I actually seen him. Gabreilla ...I mean Ella...erghh! I know I didn’t get permission to call you by your real name.but I’m sorry for being an ass ..his voice helda pure sincerity. you ment asshole. I corrected him he laughed “yes that but seriously you deserve better than this for a guy to treat you like a queen. So precious he would never let you go.”I felt tears stream down my face I never heard anyone say that to me before. That I am precious and should be treasured.I didn’t have a chance to thank him for his kind words. Then he did the most surprising gesture ever he wrapped his arms around me in a warm embrace. I wish I could bask in his arms forever but that’s not me an
After soaking for what seemed like hours . The powereful jetstreams Of the jacuzzi stream rejuvinated my body and spirit.I toweled off and put on one of Clayton’s clean button up shirts. I didn’t even want to try to find pants. I cringed at all the women clothing in his closet .. damn player’s are just as bad as cheaters I categorized them together. on the fact they play with emotions and have no remorse in doing so . I muttered as I thumbed through anything remotely wearable in my size.my only choices were his boxers, bathing suit and or a shirt ; then shirt it is. OkI thought After a hot bath and intense scrubbing. I didn't feel disgusting or vile for the whole Oliver thing. I didn’t even want to put a label on that mistake. I can’t believe I almost married him .. wait he could never marry me . That’s when the tears started to flow freely. I dramatically threw myself onto the bed not caring who seen me. For the first time in years I let myself finally cry
I had the best sleep I have had in months. “Mmm. Baby you finally slept over for once..” I muttered as I snuggled closer to his chest. This didn’t feel like oliver it’s more defined .what did I do last night ?! I screamed causing Clayton shoot up to a sitting position . He instictively grabbed his loaded gun from under the pillow aiming at the dark nothiness with in the room. After he dubbed the area was secure he put the loaded gun back in it original place. I cupped his face “good morning sunshine “and lightly kissed him his eyes widened in shock . Then a wicked smile spread across his face his held a glint up naughtiness.We probably would have deepened the kiss if the bedroom blinds hadn’t flew open.the sudden light assaulted our eyes. The shock was like being douced with frigid Water .“ wake up clay !” A feminine voice screamed. We both looked at her We both jumped apart in shock . She looked at each other in our half dressed state then at the now
I stared in the mirror my one dull eyes were bright with mischief and my sling held the. Honey glow as they call it glowing cheeks after a mind blowing kiss. I bite my bottom lips I had to get away from what ever this was becoming. I gathered all my abandoned clothing from yesterday and tried to sneak out. After the most embarrassing wake up call in my life . This semi walk of shame was nothing.I reached the door knob I heard “ Ella where do you think your going like that.?” I turned to see Clayton admiring the view “ pervert” I snapped as he stared at my bare legs from the door way.“I’m going anywhere your not going to be!”I snapped . He must be a gambler,because all emotions drained away til he stare at you with an unreadable glare. “Queen bee ,you wound me with that venomous tongue of yours. Please,Come inthe kitchen and sign this paper please.”“ if you insist on calling me that
“Clayton whatever your middle name Stone bring me home this instant “! I screeched. “I have had my limit with you for the moment . It is in both of our best interests that you give me my space”.I furiously barked through gritted teeth.”For the love for everything holy if I don’t get away from you this instant.I will Make sure you never have the chance to ever procreate and I will drive myself.”he took a big gulp at the mental imagine I was painting. “Ella, stop being a drama queen” he playfully scolded “it’s not the end of the world . Your just legally married to me it could be worst...”he looked as if he just shoved his foot in his mouth with that sentence .Instantly regretting ever said the harsh words. “Worse!!! How can it be worse? I screamed dramatically flailing my arms in a furious fit. “you mr.Stone is the devil himself !” I screeched as I poked his chest . He winced at my Frantic Poking and advancement towards him. I slowly back him i
What is this” Asshole day !” I screamed “both of you leave now!”they both stared at me in shock as I scolded both of them” Oliver go home it’s over!” And “ Clayton leave me alone!” I slammed the door with more force than necessary in both of their shocked faces. I felt both mentally and physically exhausted . Exhaustion seeping into my weary bones as I slide down the hard wood door .towards the cold floor hitting it hard with my bottom. I heard them furiously arguing and screams in the hall . Before finally silence decended within the hall behind my door.I sat there what felt like an eturnity caught up in my chaotic thoughts. I looked around there actually not a lot of things that were actually mine in the apartment. Oliver bought majority of my furniture and clothes. I wearily trudged towards the bathroom and walked into the shower fully clothed. Not caring that my clothes were still on asthe cold spray pelted my numb skin. This is
After two bus rides and one long cab ride. I finally,Arrived at Margo’s apartment building . I dropped the heavy boxes upon her doorstep as I rang her bell to be let in.she answered the door in her favorite Japanese’s kimono and a bottle of wine.her ever straight hair jet black hair thrown into her signature a messy bun. Gave me a huge hug that made feel a lifetime better. “So, you haven’t contacted back on any social media platforms in two days . You ghosting me chicka?” Margo asked as she placed her hands upon her hips . Giving me “ you better spill all the details.” Giving me the “I’m not backing down”look. “no ,been busy” I told all the craziness that had happened in the last 24 hrs. “ man chicka ,you have problems That only Sammie’s can fix. Did you bring your clubbing outfits? If not you can borrow..I cringed at the thought ..honestly, I hated getting dressed up I rather wear jeans “. I groaned “no work your magic” Yes! She sream