Lahat ng Kabanata ng The Austin Arrangement : Kabanata 51 - Kabanata 60

VANESSAI was in shock the entire cab ride to the hospital, unable to get my head around what I just heard. Ava called me to tell me the news although it sounded like she was still in shock herself. Poor Tom. I've been worried about him lately, since the last time I met him for dinner actually. I knew he was off that night but he shrugged it off and told me it was because of exhaustion. Maybe it was because of that too. "Are you ready?"Alex asked from his seat next to me in the cab."Yes."I stepped out of the cab and turned around and looked at him before he followed."I'm going to go alone If that's okay with you?""Are you sure? I really don't mind.""I'm sure. I think it will just cause a problem with Jeremy if you're there too."I said and he nodded his head in agreement. I don't think Alex is keen on another fist to the face."Thank you though, I appreciate it.""Anytime, Lovely. Call me later."He smacked his lips together in an air kiss and I smiled before closing the door of the

JEREMYWhy is she here?I told her that I didn't want to see her again. For obvious reasons being, it's hard to move on with my life when she's still a part of it. When she's still there judging me for what I've done to her family. How much I've screwed up her life. I can't bring them back — as much as I wish I could. But I can drink to numb that pain. If she's out of my life I don't have to see it on her. The hatred she has for me.I walked into the kitchen after freshening up into something more appropriate when having guests. My mother was being her usual bossy self, working her way around my kitchen as she prepared dinner. As she was doing this, Vanessa was trying to talk her way out of staying. My mother was having none of it of course. "I can walk, I don't mind. You two should spend some time alone anyway.""Just let her go. It's only an hour's walk. She'll be fine."I reached up into the kitchen cabinet and grabbed a bottle of scotch. Both of them were looking at me. Judgemen

VANESSA I was among thirty or forty other guests at the party, not all of which are staying at the mansion for the weekend. Just a small few are staying, the inner circle of the bridal party mainly.There was music playing and an array of different drinks were set out for whoever wanted a refill. The smell of cigar smoke filled the air in the living room. The men were smoking the cigars and some of the women were too, it's not really my thing. Some activities were going on like card games, there was a room set up with all different types of casino games like blackjack for example. I've never actually been to a casino before but the mini one that was set up in the dining area was very inviting. Waiters were circling with food on silver trays for whoever was hungry, which nobody was. Once there's drink involved, no one really bothers with the food. I smiled as I took two cocktails from a passing waiter's tray."Thank you."I handed one to Alex. "Thank you, Lovely."He drank from his w

VANESSA "I knew something was going on when I saw you leaving his room this morning. You were wearing your dress from last night, like duh!"Natasha squealed."Was the sex hot? It's Jeremy... I bet it was fucking epic."I chuckled."I can't even remember it, I was too high on those edible jellies I stole from Alex's pocket. That sure thought me not to steal again.""That's a shame, you've been apart for so long. It could've been really intense long-awaited make-up sex. He certainly has a smile on his face today, just look at him."She brought my attention in Jeremy's direction. He looked at me and winked and Natasha giggled like a school girl. This was funny to her but to me not so much. I was feeling confused. I was also feeling angry with myself for being that kind of woman who lies and cheats.I don't want to hurt someone — especially not someone that doesn't deserve it. Colin has been there for me so much, he's been so patient with me. I like him — but after last night my mind is co

VANESSAMy heart was beating at a fast pace as I ran beside him. The afternoon sun was shining down and there was a slight breeze against us both, which was better when one was working up a sweat. When he suggested coming this morning I was a little apprehensive, but I figured I could use this opportunity to talk to him about important things. Conor isn't a runner! Like not at all! I was even going a little slower so he wouldn't be embarrassed. He's not the type of guy that likes to work out in his spare time, instead, he likes to play video games, read a book or write. That's not a bad thing at all. We just like different things and that's okay. Suddenly he stopped and I stopped too. Colin was head down between his legs gasping for breath just like I figured he would be."I can't — it's too much. You're like a machine."I chuckled."It's just because I'm used to it. Are you okay?""I will be... I need a minute."He stood up straight bracing his hands on his hips. Beads of sweat were