The next morning.
Arthur's room was brightly lit by the penetrating beams of light through the curtains, from the early morning's rising sun.Arthur woke up from sleep on his white king sized bed with the thick white duvet rumpled around over his lower body. A flash of last night's events rippled through his head, causing him to squirm and contort his face in rage. He put the pillow over his face and groaned loudly into it.Last night was another failed attempt at breaking up with Amelia. He was supposed to do it when they got into the car, but ended up kissing her instead.On the other hand, he just realized that it was a terrible plan from the start. He sighed. "I'm such an idiot. How could I plan to break up with someone right after seeing a romantic movie that's entirely about love?" He gritted his teeth.The last time he tried to break up with her was right there in his room. But before he could say anything, she threw herself at him and they landed on the bed and ended up sucking each other's face off, and in no time, clothes were off. He was already pumping in and out of her pleasure hole.He didn't like Amelia's attitude or her personality, but whenever he looks at her pretty face, her amazing jawline, her perfect body, he just couldn't seem to control himself. Something about her just gets his libido humming.Breaking up with her was going to be tougher than he imagined. Of course it would mean no more sex for him, but he just has to do it. Her personality is too toxic for his liking.Arthur is a nice and humble guy. Despite his father's wealth, he still remains down to earth. He doesn't care for all the luxury and power.Amelia on the other hand is sometimes very haughty and overbearing.In highschool, she was a typical bully. Because she was in the high society in highschool, she constantly bullied other poor kids, discriminating and tagging them as worthless and beneath her league.It wasn't surprising though. She was the head of the cheerleading team, her family was one of the richest in the school, she was dating the star of the basketball team (Arthur), and she had bodyguards following her everywhere and a whole lot of other luxuries at her disposal. So what would you expect?It was clear that all that power went straight into head and she became mean to almost everyone. Arthur didn't like it though. He was so calm and caring. It's possible that he got it from his mother, Patricia Miller.Moreover, Amelia just didn't challenge him on an intellectual level, so it was such a drag for him. Arthur was a smart guy, and had a really strong affinity for smart people.He couldn't break up with her in highschool because everyone always thought they were the perfect couple, including his friends. They even won the Prom King and Queen title.In college, he avoided her a lot. He always told her that he was too busy, and that was why he couldn't spend time with her, that was usually his excuse.Truth be told though, he was always very busy studying. He took his academics very seriously. That was why he graduated summa cum laude.Right now, he has to think of a way to breakup with her easy. Inasmuch as he wanted to let her go, he didn't want to hurt her feelings too bad.The beep and vibration snaps him out of his reverie. The phone on top of the table, beside his bed lights up signaling a text message.It's Liam, Arthur's friend. They became friends in college, and it turned out that Liam also lived in California where Arthur lives. They both graduated together and they were really close friends, so Arthur got him a job in his father's company.Arthur picked up the phone and tapped the screen to open the message.Liam: Hey dude, what's up?He read the message, and clasped his two hands behind his phone with his thumbs hovering over the wide screen to type in a reply.Arthur: I'm good man. Just woke up.Liam: That's cool man. So how did you break up date go? ;-)Arthur: Bro... It didn't go well :'( I couldn't do it. We ended up making out.Liam: Man, you gotta get this over with, once and for all. The longer you wait, the more difficult it'll be to actually do it. Anyways, today is saturday, you coming to the basketball court?Arthur: Thanks man. No I can't come in for training today. Dad is having a meeting with the board of directors today, and he wants me to tag along. I think he wants to officially make me a member of the board. He has been on my neck since forever.Liam: Wow, congrats man. That's good news.Arthur: No, it's not. I Don't know why my old man is in such a hurry to put me in charge of the company so much. He's gotta chill.Liam: Whatever you say man. I gotta go, Take care.Arthur: Bye.He placed the phone on the table and got out of bed. He has to prepare to leave for work with his dad. Arthur has been under pressure by his dad to start overseeing the company's activities, but Arthur feel it's not the right time yet.However, Mr. Jacob Miller thinks it's better for Arthur to start early so he won't be caught off guard. After all, he is going to be taking over from him in the near future. Besides, he may be retiring soon.Arthur has tried protesting in the past about not wanting to head the company. At least not now or anytime soon. His argument being, he is still young and has a whole life ahead of him and doesn't want to waste his youth wearing suits and signing papers for the rest of his life.Unfortunately, none of his protests has ever worked. His father always plays the 'You have to take responsibility and be a man' card, and that works everytime. It leaves Arthur feeling guilty and ungrateful for his comfortable life.So he decided to just give in. "Well, I think Dad has a point." He would say, comforting himself. "I have to be able to take care of my younger brother and my parents in the future. And I wouldn't want all of dad's life work to suffer all because of me."He had his shower, put on a black armany suit, and headed downstairs to the living room to find his dad."Arthur. Arthur" his younger brother came running towards him and grabbed his legs."Hey big boy"He ruffled Asher's golden blonde hair playfully. They both have the same hair color.In fact, if not for the obvious age difference, you'd think they were twins. They look so much alike. Asher is 7 years old.The two brothers stood there chatting, and then a few minutes later Mr. Jacob walked in. He is wearing a navy blue suit. He has a full beard but not too bushy. His tall and bulky physique gives him a confident and intimidating look."Hello boys"He said while adjusting his tie around his neck."Are you ready? Arthur.""Yes Dad" Arthur responded.He helps his dad with his brief case and they both head out together. Damn... the two of them walking side by side in suits makes them look so elegant and sexy.Arthur with his wavy, golden blonde hair and smooth skin. His clean, wrinkleless suit and spotless shoe. Damn. So sexy. He could pass for a model.The meeting went well.Arthur is now an official member of the board of directors. His dad even handed over to him some shares in the company. Not just 'some' I mean 'a lot'. In fact, he now has more shares than some of the old board members, and that gives him significant control over the company.It's been a long day for Arthur. All the meetings and handshakes, and paper signings, and speeches... made him very exhausted.A 2019 Bentley Mulsanne pulled up slowly inside the compound. Arthur and Mr. Jacob stepped out of the car almost simultaneously."Congratulations." Mr. Jacob said as they walked up the steps leading to the main entrance of the exquisite mansion. "I know you'll make us proud, son." He smiled and patted Arthur on his back."Thanks dad." They walked into the house."I'm going upstairs." Arthur said, and walked ahead towards the stairs."Alright son." Jacob said.Arthur went up to his room and jumped straight on the bed. So tired. All he needed right now was a cold show
Amelia was stunned by what had just happened. she had never felt so little and embarrassed like that before. This feeling was entirely new to her. She just sat there musing and trying to grasp everything.She was usually the one to call the shots and give the orders, but this time she was faced with a situation that she had no control over.The flickering flashes of lightning and the lagging roars of thunder drew her attention back to reality. She regained awareness of her surroundings. It had begun to rain, and she barely even noticed it.She finally mustered up strength to her already weakened bones and stood up. She didn't have a ride home, so she stood by the side walk under the heavy downpour, soaking wet, waiting for a cab.After a few minutes of waiting, she finally found one and jumped in and told the driver her destination.She wringed her hair outside through the car window and wound up the glass. Thoughts of what just happened flooded her mind causing a ball of teardrop to
In the morning.Arthur woke up and quickly remembered his plan for today. It was like his brain had been waiting eagerly for the break of day.For some reason, he was keen on meeting up with the waiter from last night to check up on her.However, it may be as a result of the fact that he felt subconsciously guilty for what Amelia had done to her. He felt he could have done something to prevent Amelia from assaulting the innocent human being without reasonable cause.He hurriedly sprang out of bed and went into the bathroom to brush his teeth and have his bath.He finished quickly and rushed to the closet to pick out an outfit for the day.This was supposed to be an apology mission, so he didn't need to put on something too formal, expensive or rather intimidating. So he thought.He grabbed a black jacket,a white t-shirt with a flowery pattern, and a pair of black jeans.So much for looking casual. Everything he wore were all expensive designer brands. Who exactly are you fooling Arthu
Arthur stepped out of the restaurant and went into his car. He brought out the piece of paper that was just given to him.He took out his phone and dialed the phone number, but it didn’t go through.“The number you dialed is unavailable at the moment. Please try again later.” A feminine voice permeating from the phone’s speakers announced.Arthur bit his lips softly and rolled his eyes slowly, thinking of his next course of action.There was no other way he could contact her. He would have to go to the address written on the piece of paper.She definitely would not be coming back to the restaurant anymore, because it was clear that they fired her. So locating her address would be the last resort.There was only one problem. The address on the piece of paper was located in the other part of town.To be specific, the ‘rural’ part of town.To be more specific, the ‘ghetto’ part of town.Arthur had not been around there before. He has always lived in the metropolitan area.He turned on hi
Aria went to the bathroom, ruminating vehemently about the man she left in her living room. She questioned her choices of letting the man stay. On the other hand, he seemed like a responsible person who wouldn’t hurt her.Besides, he just took care of her and promised to help her. Although part of her instincts didn’t trust him and wanted to dismiss him, after all, he was still the reason she didn’t have a job anymore. But she desperately needed the help, so she couldn’t afford to reject his offer to help her by being rude or disrespectful to him.She had her bath and went to the bedroom to change out of the bath towel that had been hanging millimeters above her chest all the while.She wore an oversized, baggy, pink t-shirt and cute, black girl shorts.Her depressed demeanor had changed to a happier one after her bath, and then she returned to the living room.“So tell me something...” she said, taking a seat on the couch next to Arthur, and folding her legs on it.“How come you’re t
At the Johnsons Villa, things were gradually becoming different than as it used to be before.Most of the servents and staff working at the mansion had been laid off. Nearly all of Mr Clark Johnson's vintage luxury cars had been impounded.Just as Mrs Ann Johnson had said, they were slowly losing everything.Meanwhile, Amelia was still miserable and depressed from her breakup— sorry, I mean, being dumped.Coupled with the news of her family's current situation, she felt her whole world was crumbling over on itself.She did not leave her room throughout yesterday.The next morning, she woke up thinking. Her pillows were stained with tears.. She tried so hard to convince herself it was all a dream.So she decided to go and see Arthur. Perhaps it was all in her head. Maybe he didn't mean it.She never expected Arthur to break up with her. She always thought they were the perfect couple.The only time she had doubts about their relationship, was during college when he used excuses of study
Meanwhile, back at Aria’s apartment.Arthur and Aria were cuddled up together on the bed, in each other’s arms. Their faces were only a few inches from each other, with their warm breaths fanning on each other's faces.For some reason, they woke up at exactly the same time.They slowly opened their eyes. Still sleepy and unaware of their surroundings, they remained still for some seconds.Aria became fully conscious first and let out a muffled gasp as her brain took some time to figure out why there was a strange man was on her bed and in her face.Arthur became conscious of his environment a few seconds later, and they both impulsively jerked away from each other to establish the boundaries that were initially present when they went to bed.There was some tension in the air.“Good morning!” Aria said as she sat up and placed her foot on the floor.She yawned with heavy eyes.“Good morning!” Arthur responded.Little sunlight from outside that made its way through the milk coloured cur
In the evening.Arthur and Liam went to a bar to get a drink.music was blasting loudly from the giant subwoofers at the corners of the club.Liam had initiated the idea of them going out because he thought Arthur must have been left depressed by the encounter with Amelia earlier.But he was terribly mistaken. His mood did not change at all. He was just as jovial as he would usually be.Liam was surprised. But actually, it turned out that his sleepover at Aria’s place cancelled out whatever despairing feelings that should have emanated from Amelia’s earlier ruckus.“I don’t believe it.”Liam lets out after a couple of minutes of staring at Arthur in a daze.His expectations had been subverted. Arthur was not moody at all.“What?” Arthur shrugged, taking a sip from his glass of Pina colada.“You’re not moody at all...”A hint of surprise and confusion spread across Liam’s face.Arthur smiled and responded. “Why would I be?”“Um, for starters, your girlfriend of over 5 years whom you ju