"Too Sexy or not sexy?”
Anxiety killed me as I stood in front of my squared dark brown mirror, staring at my reflection.The creamy curtains of my apartment bedroom window being wide open caused sunlight to trickle in and illuminate my reflection some more. My eyes could not help but trace my own features, light greenish eyes, small heart-shaped lips to my creamy pale skin. A small sigh escaped my lips at how plain looking I was, compared to all these beautiful stunning girls that graced the university which I was attending. They were all rich too, unlike poor ole me who came from a humble home of a single mother. The only reason I was even able to afford to come and study here was that I had worked hard to be top of my high school class and earned a scholarship.My gaze quickly moved to the little piece of paper sitting on my study desk. All those nights of sleeping late, not going out and making the university library my second home, had finally paid off.That little paper held my final year results and stated that I had come out as Valedictorian for my software engineering degree class. I could not wait to call my mother and tell her all about it. I had done all this for her.For you see, as a teenage girl, my mother fell in love with a man. He got her pregnant and then left her just like that. My mother`s own family kicked her out as a disgrace. So, she was left all alone having to take care of a baby. Through hard work and doing manual labor jobs like working as a maid, she did it and was able to give me a normal childhood. As normal as she could afford too. There were times where I would get kicked out of school because of unpaid school fees but my mother always found a way for me to go back and continue my studies.All this motivated me to work hard and make sure that I could one day give her a better life too.I had made a lot of sacrifices to do so, like having a non-existing social life and fewer friends. When it comes to dating, I had spent all my high school years single. It was only now in my final year that I had met a boy and started dating him. His name was Greg and he was my first boyfriend.He was also the reason for my anxiety right now as I faced the mirror.Today was the day that I was planning to finally give my body to him. I had made him wait this whole year of dating with reason. It was the fear of not wanting to lose my scholarship, in the case of accidentally getting pregnant. Like what happened to my mother. But now that I had received my results making me eligible for graduation, I was ready to take our relationship to the next level and lose my 20-year-old virginity.Biting my bottom lip, I stared again at the mirror in turmoil while tracing my eyes on what I was currently wearing.“Damn, you are looking hot girl! Who is the lucky man?” I turned my head and gazed at Jess, my best friend and the one whom I shared this two-bedroom apartment with. She had just entered my room to see me and was looking gorgeous as always with her light blue eyes, blonde hair and model looking figure which I always envied. Instead I was too curvy and on the plus size compared to all these slim girls everywhere. I had tried all I could from diets to slim products but nothing worked. It got to the point where I just stopped caring and started being more comfortable in my own skin.“I am going to see Greg, my boyfriend of course,” I said to her while trying to style my long light brown hair to look sexy. It had to compliment the sexy, short and lacey tight black dress outfit. One which I wore with these cute black heels. Underneath was the latest black lacey lingerie set by Victoria secret. I had pulled all the stops in order to have a great night tonight. This girl was finally getting LAID!I was able to notice the quick fleeting annoyed look that passed Jess`s face. I knew the reason; she had always hated my boyfriend Greg and did not like him at all. She was always telling me that I could do better.And I always replied that I loved him.Although annoyed, she still walked up to me and helped me with my makeup. It was the reason I had sent her a text to come to my room. When it came to doing my own makeup, I totally sucked.“There done,” she said while closing the concealer shut.“Thanks, I don’t know what I would do without you.”Jess was like a sister to me, we had met and bonded from the first day of college.I could not help but check out the beautiful art she had done with my face. I suddenly felt more beautiful as I gazed at my reflection.“Yep, you are totally looking like a sexy bitch!” Jess added but paused by the door before leaving,“Oh, and if you ever decide to ditch your man tonight, Susan invited us to this dope night club party.” After saying that, she left not waiting for my reply. So typical of her but I knew she was just rushing to go out somewhere.Friday night was always going out night for her. If there was a name for a woman player, then it would go to Jess. I could not even count how many men she had dated just for only this year. Once she grew tired or bored, she always discarded them and chased for a new one, like they were accessories and she was shopping.But it was not her fault considering how stunning she was and men easily fell at her feet.Checking the time on my hand wrist watch, I realized it was still too early as I sprayed some perfume. I had told Greg that I was coming to see him at his house at 5pm but after watching more tv to waste time, I decided to go see him. It wouldn’t hurt to arrive two hours earlier considering I had nothing left to do.So, standing up, I took my phone and an extra pair of keys to Greg`s house which he had given me. I then added a medium black coat on top as it was a bit chilly outside. While getting an edible green apple to munch on, I called for an uber. Having no job, I was never able to afford a car. I survived on transport money from the scholarship.“Bye Jess,” I shouted out to my best friend but got no reply from her room, meaning she was already gone a long time ago. I then left as my uber arrived.In the car ride, I felt nervous. This would be my first time after all. Greg was always telling me that sex was an important part of a relationship and always sulked when I said to wait. But now I was finally ready to give it all to him. He deserved it for being the best boyfriend and waiting patiently for me. I had also taken precaution and started taking the pill too. I could not wait to finally have this special moment with my boyfriend.“Are you going to see someone special,” I came out of my thoughts upon hearing the question from my uber driver.“Yes, I am going to see my boyfriend,” I replied with a blush and realized the top part of my coat had opened, revealing the lacey dress which I was wearing.“Lucky man,” the driver said while nodding, I quickly covered up feeling embarrassed.Luckily, the car stopped and I quickly got out after paying.I opened the small gate to my boyfriend`s house and entered. Greg was also studying at university like me, but he instead was doing a business major considering he was inheriting his father's company after graduating. Upon reaching the door, I took out the spare key he gave me and unlocked the door.But as I entered the house, I suddenly wished I had not entered. Everything quickly went wrong.Ava`s POV As we landed I was stunned to see the familiar beachy sand. We were at the location where I asked Damien to become my boyfriend. The memories quickly flooded me of the fun and kisses we had shared here. I could not imagine the pain Damien was feeling, forcing himself to be here instead,I spotted him sitting by the exact spot while staring at the sea. With bottles of alcohol all around him. He looked rugged and stressed. I really had destroyed his spirit. I started walking over there slowly with my head hung low in shame.As I reached him, he seemed to not have noticed that I had arrived or was here. Lost in his own thoughts.“Aleksander go away, I want you and father to leave me alone in peace,” He instead shouted after a twig snapped as I stepped on it, gaining his attention. “I...I…” I could only stutter not knowing where to start. And as soon as he heard my voice he quickly turned to stare
Ava`s POVAfter landing, another Limo appeared with Aleksander`s burly muscled men following behind us the whole time. Instead of heading for Aleksander`s Mansion as I thought we were, my eyes widened as we headed into some unfamiliar rich celebrity neighbourhood instead. Men stood by the gate holding guns and as soon as they saw Aleksander they opened the gate while murmuring “Boss.” “Welcome to my humble home,” Aleksander spoke,“Humble home my ass,” I could not help but think while staring at the giant mansion. Unlike Damien`s home. Aleksander`s one was a typical Mafia King home. Men with guns everywhere and tight security.I stayed silent following behind him. “Did you acquire what I told you,” He then asked one of his men.“Yes we did boss. Very easily too. The package is a bit ruffled up but alive.” My eyes widened as I wondered what the hell they were talking about.
Ava`s POVA whole week had now passed of me holed up in my room. Crying my heart out and suffering heartbreak. My emotions were all over the place. One minute I would be cursing Damien out for breaking my heart. The next I would be crying on my pillow all because I missed him. “All this stress you are putting on yourself is not good for the baby Ava. Please my daughter let Susan come and take you out so that you get some fresh air.” I heard my mother`s voice plead from the door. And she was right. I had to stop being this mess. WHy should I when Damien had to be busy right now enjoying life with his new celebrity pregnant fiance. And forgetting all about me.“Tell Susan to come,” I spoke and went to take a bath. Still although I was trying to put up a front that I could be okay, inside I felt empty. As I removed my bathing robe and was trying to decide what to wear. I looked down and noticed that there was now a notic
Ava`s POV“Mom he cheated on me,” I cried rushing into my mother's arms. She had come to pick me up at the airport.“Oh my baby,” She whispered, hugging me tightly and soothing me with her comforting voice.As we drove home, I told her everything about him. And it hurt saying each word as all the memories we had shared flashed in my mind. And it hurt to think he had been playing me all along. I could feel her shock as I told her about my pregnancy.“We will get through this.” she spoke, squeezing my hand gently as we arrived home.I hugged her again, grateful to have such a supportive mother. Upon arriving at our little house, I took my bags and headed for my childhood room. Luckily my bed and things were still in there.After unpacking everything to distract myself from the pain, I finally sat down on my bed in tears again. This was as I spotted pictures of us, in one of my albums as I packed.Wors
Ava`s POV“Father its good to see you and what is the reason for this sudden visit,” I heard Damien`s voice speak. Shocking me that his father was here. He rarely talked much about him but I knew that his mother passed away long ago and he always missed her. I could not believe that Mr Payne senior was in there.“Son, I am here to congratulate you on your engagement to Annabell. While being a famous actress, her father also owns an oil company business.” Upon hearing that I quickly froze.“What are you talking about?” I heard Damien ask. “I saw it in the papers and she phoned me. She confirmed that she is carrying a month old Payne baby pregnancy. So I told her to expect a wedding engagement for we Paynes are honorable men, especially you, my sons.” Hearing that was the final nail to my heart, I quickly turned around in tears wanting to be far away from here as possible. I did not want to hear a
Ava`s POV“Ava, promise me that you will get checked by the doctor today. If not I will take you there myself. ” Damien stared at me worriedly the next morning as I came out of the bathroom after throwing my heart out. I was still feeling nauseated upon seeing certain food. And today it was seeing raw eggs. As I tried to make a simple breakfast of sandwiches for me and Damien before we left for work. “I will go okay,” I replied annoyed because I was not loving this feeling of being unwell. I hated being sick. “Phone Mrs Fay to give you a sick leave, so that you can go right now,” Damien spoke worriedly while handing me the phone. I knew he would have called her himself but he knew how i did not like it, having him interfere in my work.“No I can't, I am needed today for an important software project.” I replied, then walked over to help him with his tie. “I promise I will go during lunch time,&
Ava`s POV“Ava tell me who is it,” “Huh?” I asked, wondering what Lisa was talking about as we sat at a restaurant having lunch before going back to work.“I want to know who this man is who has you all looking like this, your head in the clouds!” she clarified,“I...I have no idea what you are talking about,” I denied, red staining my cheeks. Because she was right, I really was busy thinking about Damien. “Okay, stay like that. And here i thought i was now your best friend,” Lisa continued giving me a disappointed frown. As we ordered and waited for our food to arrive,“Okay yes you are right. I am dating someone but i am not ready to tell you who he is yet. But I will one day,” I finally said, giving in.“I knew it! And by that smile on your face, he really is treating you good huh,” Lisa continued looking happy for me,“Yeah he is,” I r
Ava`s POVI felt as if I was walking on air.Who knew love could feel this good!Two whole months and a half had passed of us being in a relationship. Of me dating Damien Payne and having him as my boyfriend. Things were now going great for me. I also moved out of that motel and was now living and renting my own apartment using my intern pay.And yes I still was not letting Damien spoil me too much with his money. He had even offered to buy me a house and I refused. The only time I let him spoil me was during our dates. Ones which were exciting and spontaneous. Like last week Damien had surprised me with a trip to Paris out of the blue for the weekend. We visited the eiffel tower and had delicious french wine. That was the only day I let him shop Paris clothes for me, which right now lay in my wardrobe unopened yet. For I was afraid to stare at the price tag. One time it was a trip on his Yatch and another was a skydiving trip. He was making me try
Ava`s POVAs we reached the car, I let Damien drive this time wanting to enjoy my cotton candy. I placed Mr teddy in the back seat. It was fun having the chance to let loose and relive my childhood days. As my mother even when she did not have money, she always brought me to amusement parks and we would just walk around watching everything.But as University came, I never took the time to go to one.As Damien started driving, I wondered where he was taking us and he refused to tell me when I asked. I was now wearing his sunglasses, and listening to some music.My curiosity continued to pique as we drove out of the city as this was turning into a spontaneous road trip and I was all up for it. But then the car stopped at what looked like a private aircraft hangar.As Damien came and opened the car door for me, I was already jumping in excitement on the inside as I wondered what we were here for.Taking my hand into his, he led us inside and my eyes wide