Semua Bab Rosie's Obsession : Bab 31 - Bab 40

Henry plastered a fake smile on his face“Likewise,” he replied, arm outstretched.Jacob smiled tightly, but took his hand.“Hi, Mr Gareth.” Lena said, waving slightly.“Good to see you, Lena.” Maggie came over, taking Henry's hand in hers. “I'm so sorry about the other day.”Henry smiled politely.“Don't sweat it, Maggie.”“Please, everyone, let's get fully acquainted over dinner.” Abby said, pointing to the table.Everyone followed.Lena bumped her shoulder against mine, smiling softly.“I didn't know you were coming here.” I whispered.“Me neither.”We both took seats close to each other.Andrew pulled out a seat close to mine, but—“I'll take this seat,” Henry said, glaring at him.He gritted his teeth, brows pinched together in annoyance.“Henry dear, come sit with me.” Mum said.His jaw clenched tightly, eyes finding mine. I smirked tauntingly and he scowled.Then slowly, his grip loosened from the chair and he walked towards Mum.The seat Mum reserved for him was directly opp

I groaned, rolling onto my back.“Freaking Monday morning.” I murmured, standing up lazily.I trudged into the bathroom, wasting no time in taking my bath.Once I was done, I settled on a pink flowy dress and cute slippers with flower designs on top.Then I slung my bag over my shoulder, and walked out.The house was unsurprisingly quiet.The honking of a car had me rushing outside.I pushed the door open, grinning as Lena waved from the backseat.“Are you going to stand there grinning like a fool or hop in?” She groaned in annoyance.I raced forward, jumping into the car.“To school, Rufus.” She ordered.“Yes, Miss.” Rufus said, pulling onto the road.I sat quietly for a moment, not sure where to start.“Ouch.” I whined, cradling my ear.Lena glared at me playfully.“I should be the one apologizing, Rosie.”“And why do you think so?”“I don't know… maybe because my Mum accused—”“We have no business with whatever goes on with the adults, Lena.”She pursed her lips, picking at the sea

I pushed through the crowd, not minding the bodies pressing against me or the occasional shoving.Finally—I reached the middle, heart wrenching as my gaze landed on Lena, face down on her table. Her hands were clamped over her ears, desperately trying to block out the harsh words spilling from everyone's lips.I rushed forward, crouching in front of her.“Lena.”She raised her head, staring at me with red eyes. “Rosie.”She flung her body into mine, sobbing loudly.“Oh my God, Lena.” I croaked, wrapping my arms around her tightly.“Where have you been?” She stuttered in-between sobs. “They-they've be-been saying so many mean th-things about—”“Shh… shh… shh.” I cooed, patting her back gently. “It's alright, I'm here now.”My consolation didn't ease her, instead it made her cry more.Murmurs circled around us, low and harsh.“Didn't Lena's mum accuse Rosie's mum?” someone asked.“I'm surprised that they're still together, if I was the one I would have cut her off.”“Maybe Lena's mum w

I pushed the door open, every step heavy as I walked in.“Rosie.” Henry called.I stopped, gripping my bag to my chest tightly as I slowly turned around.“Yes.”He walked closer, stopping just in front of me.My gaze fixed on his shirt instead.For some strange reason, I couldn't find it in me to look him in the eyes.Henry didn't say anything.Instead—His fingers curled under my chin, raising my head up.My lips parted slightly at the emotion in his gaze.Hunger.Need.Restraint.Different emotions flickered through his gaze like he was fighting a mental battle.I just knew this idea of his had less to do with studying, and more to do with touching.“Take your bath.” Henry murmured, “wear something… comfortable and come to my room.”Good Lord.“Do you understand?” I nodded.“Use your words, Rosie.”“Yes.” I replied quietly.His hands fell away, then he walked off.I sprinted to my room, shutting the door behind me. Then I leaned against it, trying to steady my beating heart.“It's

“I'm so sorry... I didn't know—”“I know you didn't, Rosie.” Henry said, pinching my ear.“Ouch…” I whined, rubbing the sore spot.“You haven't eaten anything yet—”I grabbed onto his arms before he could pull away.“I'm not hungry.” I rushed out.In other words, I like this position too much to let it go.He chuckled softly, brushing a strand of hair behind my ear.“We will come back to this later,” he said.I squinted at him in distrust.He rolled his eyes, and tried pulling away again, but my legs wound around him instead.“Come on, Rosie—”“You promise?” I asked, searching his eyes.He tapped a finger on my nose, smiling softly. “I promise.”A large grin spread across my face.“Can you let go of me now?” Henry asked, teasingly.“Carry me.” I said, holding my arms up.“You're not a baby, Rosie. You can walk.”Funny how he said that but his hands were still on my thighs and he wasn't even trying to pull away.“Aren't I your baby anymore, Daddy?”His eyes darkened slightly, fingers f