All Chapters of THE CONTRACTUAL GIRLFRIEND: FAKE DATING MY EX FAVORITE PLAYE: Chapter 11 - Chapter 20

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ELEVEN: Designers and charity

Maren's povI had thought the charity event was the only time I will be nervous when it comes to flashing lights of the cameras, I thought I have conquered that fear. I was wrong.My body shook from anxiety,unable to move and thankfully Gideon noticed this and helped me.Telling me it is okay, in that moment it felt like something real, even when he gave me the roses flowers. I was surprised and taken aback because no one had ever bought me flowers. Dylan considered it a waste of money and it was because he never really cared for me.“ Do you want this one?” Gideon's voice came from beside me. My hands were on a Prada wine colored hand bag, while I was in my thoughts.I checked the price tag, my eyes widened in shock. I scoot closer to him. “I can't afford it” I whispered into his ears.He looked like he was amused by what I said. “Don't worry, buy whatever you want, I'll pay” he whispered back, laughing.I smiled “okay”, But I was reluctant then I remembered Rylee's words. She told

TWElVE : Perfect couple and a fault.

Gideon's pov I watched Maren walk into her apartment building, she didn't even wait for us to take the bags to her apartment and she didn't even take the card. I was an asshole but I didn't mean to hurt her with my words and I did, I wanted to apologise but I couldn't find the words to. It was difficult for me. I haven't one reason to explain my attitude towards people but Maren's hurt expression wants me to apologise. I have the habit of taking out my anger towards people who don't even have anything to do with my problems. Shirley had finally replied to texts telling me to stop contacting her. After all these years of waiting, she still dumps me. I was angry, frustrated that she wouldn't even explain or talk to me. So put that anger on Maren, and she doesn't deserve it. “Should I take the bags up to Mr Maren's apartment?” Harris asked. I snapped out of my thought, sat up. “Yeah”. “Okay sir” he steps out of the car and takes a few bags with him. I sat there debating on whethe

THIRTEEN: A ride and a peck

Maren's povI took a final look at myself in the mirror, the brown leather jacket suits the red dress perfectly. I smiled at my reflection and picked my purse.I took a picture of myself before walking out. Today I will resign. I will take the break I have needed for a long time. I will give my apartment a makeover and paint more.I just stepped out of my apartment building, glanced around, when a sleek black sports car pulled up in front of me. When the driver's side window rolled down, the person inside the car was Gideon.“Gideon” I was surprised. What is he doing here?. I thought we already talked at midnight about what he could possibly want.“Good morning Maren,” he smiled.“What are you doing here?” I asked, glancing around the area.“Came to pick you up for work” he said, I looked at him as if he had grown two heads.“No, I really appreciate it but I won't let you waste your time,” I told him.“I know you are mad about yesterday, I really regret what I said because I don't mea

FOURTEEN: A simp and jealousy.

Gideon's pov:“Drive” I told Harris as I climbed into the car, I fetched out my phone. It was two thirty already, I should text Maren.Should I go and pick her up at work? Fuck I have practice.Next week is the first game of the season. I should invite her, although she is not supposed to be at this game. But it will help our relationship feel real and make us feel like we are in love for real.“How was work sir?” Harris asked as he drove. “Stressful” I murmured as I texted Maren, asking how her day was. My fingers were still hovering over my phone when her reply came in.MAREN It has been great so far, Yours?.MEGood too. Heading to practice.MARENThat is good. Her reply was short, should I say something?. I tapped my foot rapidly against the car floor. Why do I find it difficult to say something? It is never this difficult to talk to other women. Maybe I am just scared of saying the wrong thing.MEDo you enjoy your coffee?MARENYes, I did. I do like to have more of the cookie

FIFTEEN : A B*tch and a Date.

Maren's pov I plopped on my couch as soon i entered my apartment. “I am so tired," I groaned. I removed my shoes before lying on the couch, closing my eyes. It was the opening that had me jump up.“Rylee” I smiled when I saw her enter.“Hello Bestie” she smiled, she was holding plastic bags, she brought food. It's like she knows I am too tired to cook anything. She is a life saver.“Food?” I asked, my eyes are still on the bag.“Yes, I brought Chinese food” she walked closer placing the bags on the coffee table. “You looked tired, long day at work?”“I submitted my resignation letter today and my boss asked me to stay until she gets a new assistant” I leaned backwards, “Flora is being a b*tch she is, trying to pile a lot of work for me”.“That is a jealous b*tch right there, don't let me get to you. Right now you have to be mindful of the way you react towards people, if they pisses you too much make sure you give them a reply but make it subtle and benefiting” Rylee said but her fir

SIXTEEN: Dinner and a Lie

Gideon's pov: I guided Maren into the restaurant with my hands around her waist. She was tense and so was I. I had held her without asking for her permission. “I am sorry” I whispered in her ear. “Hm?” She looked up at me, it looked like she just got out of a thought. “I held you without asking,” I said again. “Oh, it is okay,” she said softly. “What table do you reverse sir or is it a private table?” A man in a suit asked, He had a smile on his lips. “Table six” I replied, glancing around the room. He checked his iPad, nodding his head, “this way” he leads the way. We sat down in chairs facing each other, a table in between us. I watched as Maren scanned the room. Her eyes widened, maybe she saw a celebrity she recognized. “There are no paparazzi here?” She asked, still glancing around. “You do be surprised, they are here. Among us, watching us. Part of the reason why I bought you here” I smiled triumphantly at my idea. “It was a good idea right?” I turned my gaz

SEVENTEEN: Movie and the Truth

SEVENTEEN: Movie and the Truth Maren's pov My heart has been beating fast since Gideon said we are watching a movie together, A horror movie at that.I hate scary or horror, slashers… I don't want to know. I don't like them. “Are you okay?” Gideon asked as he draped my jacket around my shoulder, we now outside the restaurant. At this point I knew he heard my heartbeat, anyone two meters away should hear too.“Yes…I am good…thanks for dinner” I looked at him with a smile “We are going for a movie, do you remember?” He asked, he wears his jacket.I nodded “yeah, I do” my voice came out small, that movie will be my nightmare for a week.“Okay…. I want to ask you if you will come to my first game” he hesitated, I frowned it wasn't part of the deal. “I mean I would… pay for your expenses and I also have a seat… if you are busy, it is okay”.“Yes I will… I am not busy… I just quit my job and I could take a couple of days off” I smiled, meeting his eyes,Something twinkled in his eyes.“Y

EIGHTEEN: Cranberry and apple juice.

Gideon’s pov“What is Bl?” I asked. I have never heard of this genre before. She shifted in her seat.“Hmm… boys love,” she grimaced, like she was caught doing something wrong.“Oh.” I was really surprised; you should have just said so in the first place. “You should have said so… that was why you were uncomfortable.”She cleared her throat. “You are not uncomfortable or anything?”“Why would I be? Do you want to watch one… we can,” I said, glancing around.“No. No,” she laughed. “Not here.”“Okay, but why do I feel like you don’t want to watch with me?”“That’s not it… most are series… so.”“Cool,” I replied. “We should get going, or should we wait for the next movie?”“I would like to end here today. It has been fun so far.” She smiled. We stood up at the same time, bumping into each other.“Sorry,” she winced out.“It’s okay, I bumped into you too.”We walked out of the theater in silence. I opened the car door for her, and she muttered a small thank you. We soon arrived at her apa

NINETEEN: Casual dinner and PR nobody

Maren's pov The day before Gideon's first game came really fast and I was nervous, Rylee already told me what to expect from the press. She even told me what to say when being asked questions from the press.My phone beeps. I picked my phone up to check, thinking it was Gideon's driver who was taking me to the airport. But it was a message from Flora, asking for a document on a painting. I scoffed, is she trying to make me come in today? She is really crazy.I know she knows where it is, she had thought I still cared enough to go back there. That wasn't me anymore, I don't want to push around again.She had thrown a fit when she heard I wanted to take some days off. Even though my boss didn't find it inconvenient and I already resigned, I was just there because my boss is nice to me. She claimed that the work load will be too much if I take a leave now. Crazy.I didn't reply, not because I am scared of her or anything but I just don't want her to say negative words to me. A knock cam

TWENTY: Possessive and Giddy.

Gideon's pov I knocked on Maren's hotel room door, the door cracked open. Maren's head popped out, a habit I had noticed she had when she opened the door. A smile spread on her face when she saw me, she opened the door wider. “Hey, come in” she stepped back for me to enter. She is wearing baggy jeans and a yellow basic top, her hair is down. She should up it. She notices my stare and fiddle with her fingers. “You said casual, so I thought I should wear this. Should I have worn a gown but they are floral dresses and you didn't….” She rambled on and stopped when she heard me laughing. I used to hate when people ramble but hers is cute and funny. “No, you look nice and you can wear whatever you want” I told her. “Alright”, she nodded. “We should go now” I held out my right hand, she picked her purse and placed her hand in mine. We walked out of the hotel in silence but hands in hands. I was trying to hail a taxi when Jaxon called us. “Is that the latest couple in town?” he sho

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