《Meant To Be》Chapter 20 - The Party
Advertisement
Ella's POV
... Why don't I feel anything. This is one of the reasons why I don't like getting involved with strangers. I have always thought that kissing just anybody isn't romantic at all and I have just proved my theory right. There is no single attraction, desire, or anything in me towards John.
I want to feel the flip flop in my stomach as he leans in but none of that is happening. Call me a dreamer but No way I'm having him kiss me because I don't feel anything.
His lips almost finally touching mine but I still don't feel anything. I should stop it before I regret it later. I know I have to try to convince myself that I needed a new partner or anything of that nature but right now I know John is certainly not that person.
"No!" I whisper yell jerking my face away from him.
"I think you had a lot of the alcohol," I said moving my face away from his to create some distance between.
"No Ella, I'm perfectly fine. I'm not drunk. I want you." He said putting both his hands on my cheeks making me face him.
Want me? What am I some material? I mumbled under my breath.
"Too bad I don't want you. I'm sorry but I can't do this. Goodbye John." I yerk his hands away from my cheeks getting up from the chair I was occupying. I
"Is it because of your boss " John snares clearly angry that I turn him down. "I saw the way he was glaring at me at the meeting for looking at you." He said angrily.
" nothing like that, and it's not even your business if there is anything between us. Now if you will excuse you. I have a party to attend to. Goodbye Mr. Henry. " I exit the bar and didn't know where to head to as this place is so huge and I didn't want to get lost, more so I didn't also want to go back to the party. I need a quiet place... I kept walking and after a while of wondering about it, I found myself at a balcony which overlooks the floor where the party is taking place.
Advertisement
The balcony gives a clear view of the party. I could see couples swaging to the music playing. I take my eyes away from their breathing in the fresh air up here. The air is pure unlike the down there where I can see sweaty people dancing. My mind goes back to what just happened a few minutes back with John. I do feel guilty that I used him for my shopping earlier today, but that does not give him any right to have his way with me.
Was I rude to him in any way? I hope I wasn't because he was a gentleman for taking me to town to get a dress. Now when I cast my mind back to that I feel he had his reasons for accepting to help me earlier and probably spending a night with me could have been one of them. The simple thought disgusts me. I am not into that bullshit.
Perhaps I should enjoy the party rather than stressing about unnecessary things. Lena would have made sure I enjoyed this party to the fullest, it's unfortunate she isn't here with me. She would have made this party lively and enjoyable for me, had she been here with me. She is a party girl unlike me. I pull out my phone from my purse to give her a call.
Maybe talking to her will help my situation. Yeah, it should.
"Hey!" I greet her when she picks up on the first ring. Was she expecting my call?
"Hey? I thought you were at a party, with your boss. Why are you calling? Are you okay?" I could feel the concern dripping off of her voice.
"Geezzz relaxes woman, I'm fine."
"Then why are you calling, is something wrong with you." She enquires
Advertisement
"Oh so now I can call my best friend again unless I have a reason to." I accuse faking hurt in my voice
" no, not at all, that is not what I mean and you know it too well Ella. I mean you should be enjoying the party with your boss but if you are calling me then the party is either boring without me there with you or someone tried to hit on you. I know you hate both so which one of it this time huh?" Lena rattle finally stopping to catch her breath.
"Okay. You are right okay. You remember the guy I told you about? I hear a yes from her and continued - he almost kissed me saying something about he 'wanting me' and when I said I wasn't interested, he starts accusing me of having something doing with Mr grey. I pause to take a breathe - my boss of all people. Can you imagine? What even gave him that impression." I chuckled
"Is that all," Lena ask calmly
"Yes, it is. And how can you be so calm, Haven't you been listening to all I have just said so far?" I asked
"Of course I was listening to you. So now tell me, is there something going on between you and your boss?" She asked
"No, of course not. I would tell you if there was." I defended.
"Then done. There is nothing to be mad about. Forget whatever that Jones or whatever his name is said and enjoy the party. Live a little." She assured bringing a smile on my face.
"Yeah. Thanks, I will."
"No problem. Have fun." She said disconnecting the line.
The nerve of that girl. I called her but she is the one hanging up on me.
When I turn around...
"You didn't hear anything right? I asked Mr. Grey who was standing staring at me. Turn out he didn't catch the question.
Advertisement
- In Serial6 Chapters
Steps to raise a Wife - SRW
When two different generations of individuals come together in an arranged marriage because of their families interest. One is a workaholic CEO of a city's biggest financial company while the other is a happy-go-lucky college student. This is a story of a man who is subconsciously raising his wife while the wife is trying to act like a mature and responsible wife. Let's witness their remarkable journey to have a happy ever-after story.
8 200 - In Serial41 Chapters
The Mafia's Weakness
Ruby O'Brian was born into this world of guns and war. After being away at school she comes back to some News. Ruby has been promised to marry one of the most notorious Mafia prince. Colton Salvatore. Colton Salvatore is a cold hatred killer. He takes what he wants and doesn't hesitate to do so. He set his eyes on Ruby years ago and now he had returned to clams what is his. -------------------------"You really got a bad attitude.""Only for you." I smirked going to turn away from him. Colton grabbed my wrist and pulled my body right to his chest making me squeal for how fast his movements were. "Now don't make me play the bad guy little one." I was pushing as hard as I could to get out of his grip and doing everything that I could. What shocked me was when he slapped my ass. I was mortified. No one had ever touched me like he was right now and I didn't want it. I couldn't help myself when my hand came up and went across his face. His head went to the side with the force I put behind my smack. I won't lie I was proud of my work. I went to move back but he kept his hands on my waist. He picked me up and grabbed the bottle from my hand throwing it somewhere on the lawn.This is where all panic came to me. I didn't know what this guy could do. He was from a family of KILLERS! "I-I'm Sorry! Please put me down!" I cried as I saw him carrying me closer to the pool. "To late now baby."
8 229 - In Serial13 Chapters
God of The Criminal's world
We don't need a new world order. We don't need one world government. What we need to do is act like a family, one family of mankind, help one another, bring the most disadvantaged into health and wellbeing. P.S*cover not mine, google on web.
8 188 - In Serial16 Chapters
An Alexander Hamilton Love Story (Book 1)
***ALEXANDER × !MALE! READER***You are Y/N L/N from the state of Alabama, moving up into 1700's New York City in hopes of getting a better life and a bigger future than your family had intended. When going into the city you see two interesting looking men enter a bar. Not really having anywhere to be you follow. This is how your story begins...**ALL CHARACTERS (besides yourself and my own) BELONG TO LIN MANUEL MIRANDA AND THE MUSICAL 'HAMILTON'. THANK YOU**SOME WARNINGS; This book contains the reader going through a sort of sexual awakening. Also there might be some angst and smut. I will put warnings in the beginning of chapters so that you will be warned. YOU HAVE BEEN INFORMED. YOU HAVE NO REASON TO COMPLAIN IN THE COMMENTS NOW.Also please note that Alexander and your own age will be slightly altered. Thank you.
8 136 - In Serial74 Chapters
A Vampire's Pride
"Kilian Vergio." I whisper his name, almost frightened to say it. The fire flickers as I stare at the summoning spell- would this come to bite me in the ass later on? Maybe. I take a deep breath and run my eyes along the spell one more time before saying it out loud. As soon as the words are out of my mouth, the fire goes out. I feel a cool breeze caress my shoulders and I shiver. Had I done it? Had I summoned him? The fire lights back up- but this time, there's another person in the room with me. "Oh fuck." I curse, the reality spreading of what I had actually done slapping me in the face. He's leaning on the fireplace, red eyes connect with mine as he gives me a wicked smirk. He takes a step forward as my heart sinks, dread piling up in my stomach, and also- butterflies? His fangs gleam in the fire light as he eyes me down. "Happy anniversary, sweetheart." His voice smooth like silk rings out. I go pale. •• Viola is tired of wondering her entire life what it would have been like if she'd been raised by her mother- so she strikes up a deal with Kilian; a demon so powerful, so deadly, and so beautiful. She has no idea what she's getting herself into. Especially when her dad goes missing the next day. She has to solely rely on herself, her new acquaintanceship with a wicked force such as him, and a family that she's never known in order to find him and complete the prophecy. But how difficult will that be, when her ice powers try to take her over- and a devishly handsome demon tries to make grabs for her very own heart. She might find her dad safely, but will she ever come back the same? IMPORTANT:•CAN BE READ AS A STAND ALONE- NO NEED TO READ THE FIRST ONE. •
8 235 - In Serial34 Chapters
Life With Boys (Emerson Series #1)
After a tragic accident that completely changes her life, Annie and her twin brother, Austin, are taken in by the Emersons, a family of seven (drop-dead gorgeous) boys. But Annie never expects to fall for one of the boys...let alone two."A delicious series of twists and turns." - Grace @ HQ ***** Annie Cassidy has always had a simple life. She lives with her mom, dad, and her twin brother, Austin, in Indiana. She's always been close to each of them; a bond nobody could break until one fatal night when Annie's parents are killed in a head-on collision. She and Austin have no other family nearby and are taken under the wing of their father's best friend, Derek Emerson. They move from their small, comfortable hometown in Indiana, to the giant city of Los Angeles, California. Not only are they shocked to find out that the Emersons are rich--but that they also have seven kids. And they're all boys! As Annie begins to settle in, the last thing she expects is to develop feelings for one of the brothers, let alone two. It's safe to say that her new life in LA is about to get a whole lot more complicated.Content warning: mature scenes, depictions of a car crash, and mentions of grief.[[Word count: 60,000 - 70,000 words]]Cover designed by Gillian Goulet
8 140