“Your words are truly flattering. I am honored you would consider me as a teacher, but I am absolutely not interested.”
Both gave me shocked expressions. Mrs. Davis smile was still plastered on her face, but I could the ease drip off as the force caused tension to her cheeks. Her right eye twitched in irritation as she began to realize that I caught on to her manipulation.
“I’m afraid you misunderstood,” she began.
“I have to have you.” My heart pounded in my chest from his words. I frowned at him and licked my lips. They felt dry despite the rain growing heavier and pelted them with their droplets. This action drew Abaddon’s attention to them. He began to slowly lean in, and I shook my head. I placed my hand on his chest and softly pushed him away. This was the problem. Every time we meet, he ends up between my legs. I cannot continue to act this way. I cannot keep a clear head around this man. I am more than just a body he can pounce on whenever he is in the mood.
"That night at the nightclub," I continued, "I was intoxicated and not in control of my actions. I made a mistake, and I... regret it deeply.” That was obviously a lie. That night was something only heaven can procure. Each memory that I gain that led to the entire moment – beginning to end – that I can now happily recall plays in my dreams every night, but I had to put an end to this immediately. This behavior that I have adapted was not good for me. It is not who I am, and I do not think it is someone I want to be either. “I'm not that kind of girl, and I can't allow myself to be defined by that one impulsive moment."
I stood outside the grand ballroom of the Charity Gala, taking a deep breath to steady my nerves. The venue was opulent, filled with people dressed in exquisite gowns and tailored suits. I began to walk up the steps towards the entrance. Dressed in my simple black dress, I felt like a small fish swimming among sharks, but there was no turning back now. “Your invite, madam,” said the guard at the entrance. Startled, I scrambled for my phone and pulled up the email with the invitation attached. I made sure to favorite the email so that way I would not have to search for it through the muck of spam and promotions from different companies that had
“I’m sorry, but... did you say that I would be singing?” Phillip, a short flamboyant older gentleman gave a sheepish grin as he waved his hands. “Oh,” he laughed out. “Did I forget to mention that? Yes, you are required to sing.” “Mr. Gardenia, that was not a part of the agreement! Who said I can even sing?” “Well,” he began, slightly embarrass
On the night of the gala, Abaddon watched as Aurelia nervously entered the grand venue. Her face fell in awe at seeing the place adorned with elegant decorations. She had dressed in a simple but elegant black dress to most, but to Don it was a garment that begged to be ripped off her body and thrown to the corner of his bedroom. It was a floor length off the shoulder dress that hugged her thick and seductive curves as if it were on a mission to draw attention from every man in the room. And when she walked the slit in her dress released the bountiful thigh that he remembered wrapped around his neck only nights ago. Usually, he would deny the invitation to attend. He would send a large donation instead of his presence. But this time, he reconsidered. He had decided to attend the charity gala after
In the day that followed their encounter at the charity gala, Abaddon found himself in uncharted territory. He was a man accustomed to power, control, and getting what he wanted, but with Aurelia, it was different. He could not simply demand her attention or buy her affection like he was used to doing with other women. His mind was consumed with thoughts of her, and he found himself in the opulent setting of his office. The air was thick with the aroma of high-end cigars and the smooth taste of expensive bourbon. Abaddon, exuding an air of calculated coldness, sat in his leather chair, puffing on a cigar, while Axel, the playful jester, lounged across from him.
“You don’t know your worth,” I sang aloud, pointing my broomstick at Stitch. The black and white dog was curled up on my loveseat, laying atop a pillow. He was in the middle of a nap but decided to still pay respect to my concert by opening a single eye and giving a wag of his tail. “Finding someone you know will put you first! Find someone who loves you at your worst” I continued as I swept my living room. Today seemed like a good enough day as any to do a little cleaning, so I decided to do so to keep my mind occupied. Last night was a crazy one. I wante
As the soft glow of the evening sunbathed Melissa's cozy living room, I settled comfortably on a plush couch, surrounded by memories of our lifelong friendship. Pictures of our adventures together adorned the walls, capturing moments of joy and laughter we had shared since childhood. "So, spill the tea, Mel," I teased, a playful glint in my eyes. "What's been happening in your oh-so-exciting life?" Melissa chuckled, playfully nudging me. "Oh, you know, the usual. But I want to hear about you and this mysterious man who has caught your attention."