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In as much as Aria would have loved to protest all the way to wherever the heck he was taking her at that point.She found herself enjoying the unexpected ride much to her own dismay._maybe it was because of the peace and quiet stretching between them as they drove in silent to an unknown destination.
Frank was careful not to upset her as he kept throwing little glances at her direction. There was something about her in that moment that intrigues his mind and brings confusion to his heart.One minute, she was protesting about going anywhere with him and the next minute, she has settled in just comfortably and enjoying the ride._one could think she was truly enjoying his company and not secretly wishing for him to go blind so she could no longer be bothered by him.But oh well_not all wishes get granted.At least God made sure of that aspect for cruel though**Aria has been so busy settling into her new workplace that she totally forgot about the upcoming book launch with Frank. It was as if her life has been fast forwarded to that very moment she has always dreamt about. Her personal space with an incredible view to keep her mind relaxed while she took that well deserving break from the pile of manuscript waiting on her table to be reviewed. She never thought reading through other people ideas could be so mind blowing and at the same time demanding. Her new boss was so polite and considerate. He took it upon himself and made sure her office was comfortable enough even though she wouldn't mind any of the possible discomfort at any point in time. Everything was more than she had hoped for and she was totally thanking her lucky star for it. After two days of
**The book launch started off quite early with lot of dignitaries. Everyone was dressed in one designers outfit or the next. Frank was not left out either as he too was seen dressed in a caramel colored Italian suit that hugged his biceps just perfectly with a black tux that matches with his nicely polished black leather shoes. He looked like a groom ready to walk down the aisle without a single hesitation. Aria on the other hand was dazzling in her flowing chiffon gown and standing by his side. Her makeup was quite simple. Just a few touches around the right places and smokey eyes was just enough to leave her looking just flawless. Every single head had turned at their direction the moment they made it to the entrance looking like the perfect couple. Hand in hand, and flashing that charming smile on their faces as they took a pose for
**"Girl....girlfriend?" The word had slipped out of her mouth in a whisper without anyone realizing it.She turned and stared at his rather calm features while thinking to herself. 'That was a joke right?'"Aria and I are yet to make our relationship public but we are getting there pretty soon" Frank had continued before placing a quick kiss against her cheek and leaving her more confused than ever."Whoa. I knew you two look just great together. You guys are just fabulous" Mr Sam had said in excitement while Sandra on the other hand looked totally speechless if not shocked.It was written all over her features as her shoulders grew an inch taller.Was she angry or simply jealous because Aria could feel it. Sandra was quick to conceal whatever she could be feeling as she quickly put on a sweet little smile.
*They drove through the night in silent with Aria looking out the window towards the moving scene. She couldn't understand it no matter how hard she tried. Frank had practically pulled her out of there only for one simple reason.He couldn't stand the fact that she was finally talking to someone who at least cared about her enough to laugh at her silly comment without pretending about it. She saw how everyone was throwing small glances at her direction back at the book launch. She bet they also thought there were a couple.
*Frank woke up and realized he was sleeping in the comfort of his king size bed but had no recollection on how he got there.He was still clothed in his white inner long sleeve while his suit jacket hung on the cushion across his bed. His shoes carefully lined out beside the bed from the other end.He gave a loud yawn and a full body stretch on the bed before pulling himself into a seating position.His brain was still fuzzy as he kept trying to recall what happened. The last thing he remembered was someone struggling a glass of whiskey from his grabs after which he was led out into the parking lot and even got into his car before darkness totally engulfed him .Now that he remembered part of it, he was sure, Aria was responsible for getting him home in one piece.She was pretty pissed at him last night as she kept trying to get him to stop drinking himself to stupor without any success.GoshHow could he l
*Aria came face to face with another unfamiliar face standing at her door step the moment she unlocked it and stepped outside.The new fellow had his hands folded behind his back with a smirk decorating his chiseled cheeks.Who the hell was he?...She arched her brow a little trying to remember if she has come across that face somewhere before or he just happened to look so awfully familiar but got nothing as she was left to stare back at a white pair of teeth and a mesmerizing smile staring right back at her.Okay!She stepped back a little as the guy was all over her face and causing her to loose focus without even realizing it.He stood a good two foot taller than her.He was clothed in a black joggers and paired with an equally black body hug T-shirt that was doing some serious justice to his masculine body.He must be spending ungodly hours at the gym no doubt. Aria had noted with a mental
* With her back pressed firmly against the door; tears began to rush down her cheeks like waterfall. Aria couldnt hold them back anymore. Especially when everything within her felt crushed. Her heart was bursting with pain and it was all because of one man. Frank! She heard his steady foot steps pacing around her living room a few times and halted right in front of the bedroom door before turning around in the last minutes and leaving through the front door. The silence that followed after he walked out the door broke her even more. Why was she crying? She hate to admit it but she has fallen for him in ways unimaginable. How else could she explain the way her heart was arching within her ribcage. Heck! She was even willing to give herself to him yet again but it was obvious he doesn't want her. He doesn't even like her enough to think of her as anything but his play thing and she was foolish enough to t
*Aria and Henry's relationship went from just neighbors wanting to share a bottle of wine to sharing dinner and even movie nights. She found herself getting more and more involved with his charming personality while the thought of Frank fade out the window.Henry was a charmer. If he wasn't at the clinic saving lives, he'd be home trying new recipe at his kitchen with Aria being the first to grab a bite. One could tell how rapidly things were moving between them.Henry was mesmerized by Aria and her simplicity as he would rather spend each day beside her trying to woe her little by little even though she was the age of his elder sister.She was still perfect.The sound of her laughter does things to his mind as he could only dream of waking up to those enchanting voice of hers each single passing day.Aria on the other hand doesn't know exactly how she feels about her new friend/neighbor but was more than comfortab