We didn't speak about what happened until we were back at the mansion.
"I'm guessing it's not the first time he's done something like that?"
"What you just saw was a watered down version of one of the many Christmases he ruined. Broken glass, alcohol spilled everywhere, crying, screaming that's what it always was with him. One year for Christmas he got me a collection of snowglobes and they were all broken by the end of the night."
"Shit, Scar, I can't even imagine. I-I didn't think it was that bad." Lee whispered.
"I try to pretend it wasn't. Because you know what's worse than the screaming and broken glass?" He shook his head. "The silence. The quiet dinners and the sound of silverware hitting the plates. Just me and mom at the table."
Now looking at Roland I kinda recognized him. It was easy to see why I didn't at first. That time was such a blur.A smirk came across Roland's face. "Does the golden trade mean anything to you Scarlett? Sex for drugs?""It might." I said stubbornly."And I might be inclined to tell Brandy all about it. Unless of course…""What do you want?" I asked. He couldn't blackmail me. Lee already knows all about it. But I was curious."What I wanted then. Another night with you. I won't tell Brandy about anything. The drugs...us. None of it baby."I couldn't help but laugh. "You really think I'm an idiot, don't you, Roland? This deal of yours has no winning situation for me. If I do
"Uh, Jack. It's good to see you." Lee said, keeping her at arms length away."You too." She said silkily. "You're lookin real good.""Um, yeah thanks. Scar, come meet Jack."Jack forced a smile to her face. "Hi, nice to meet you.""Jack. That's an interesting name." I pointed out."Short for Jacqueline. These rich boys gave me the nickname when we were kids. I didn't catch your name.""Scar.""Also interesting." She laughed slightly."Short for Scarlett." I informed her."So where do you fit in with the Windsors?"
Pool time was rather enjoyable. We splashed each other and went on slides. We even engaged in some chicken fights. I was a little too good at it, but Nia definitely almost had me.I was a little rougher with Jack than I was with the other girls and I may have enjoyed it a bit too much when she fell.Lee and I went to another pool alone."So...Jack." I said.Lee grimaced. "Yeah. I had no clue she'd be here.""You guys slept together huh?""Yeah. But it was like the other girls. It didn't mean much and I just wanted sex. It's hard to get at a family reunion, so when the opportunity arises you just go for it.""She seems to really be into
"Excuse me?" "Grayson Wrenford. Are you two close?" Roland asked. "Why do you ask?" I questioned. "Well he seems to text and call your phone a lot, from what I see. Why would he blow your phone up like that?" "I'm his parents' scholarship student. They have him check on me, not that it's any of your business." "Does Brandy know how seriously Grayson takes this job?" "He's more than aware. Stop trying to come between us." Roland glared at me. "This is not over Watson." *** I called Grayson when I was sure I had some privacy.
"FUCK!" Lee screamed at the crowd of people. The place looked amazing! There were tacky decorations all over the walls, including a banner that read HAPPY BIRTHDAY LEE."Wh-what is this?" Lee asked, clutching his chest as he looked around."Your surprise party." I smiled. "I planned it for you!""Did you all hear what I said about the quickie?""Yes." They laughed before coming over and wishing him a happy birthday.Lulu rushed over to me. "Oh it looks so good in here!" She exclaimed. "Scarlett, you really killed this!""I couldn't have done it without you, babe." I kissed her cheek. "Did he look surprised?""Um de
Before I could respond, Reginald had approached. "Come on, Windsor. I'll race you on the obstacle course!" He pulled him away as I stood there frozen."What's going on?" Analeigh asked me."Lee just told me he loved me." I said blankly."Holy shit!""Yeah."After a few moments I shook it off. There was no way we could truly discuss this until we were alone, which wouldn't happen for some time.I went outside to watch Lee and Reginald on the obstacle course. Lee looked so happy. I couldn't believe I made that happen.I was so lost in thought, I didn't notice Lee coming over to me until he had already picked me up and thrown me ove
Well I sure made a mess for myself didn't I?In love with two men. Both rich and handsome. Both want to marry me. One knows about my situation and the other knows only a fraction of what's really happening.Scarlett Watson, you're in big trouble.***"Scar? Are you okay?"I looked up and saw Quin. I had been splashing my feet in the water of one of the pools, while contemplating what the hell I was going to do."Um, eh...not really." I admitted."Nervous for the ball?"Tonight Hal would be given Business Man of the Year award and they were having a ball to honor him.
I pulled Lee back before they saw us."What the hell was that?" He hissed."This is gonna sound crazy, but I think they're married. I saw her credit card and the last name said Windsor.""He married my fucking nanny?""To be fair they do seem to be in love." I offered."Yeah I guess." He muttered. "We should get back out there."It was time for dinner now. Lee kept glancing at Hal and Ninette. I wondered if he would ask them about their relationship tomorrow."Brantley I almost forgot, I need you to do a little speech to introduce me." Hal whispered.Lee's eyes widened. "F