~LEONA~
"Mum? What are you doing here?"
What? Mum?
" What's this, Dave? " She stared at both of us and I was forced to take a step back from Dave.
"So Katherine was right all along. You've been sleeping around with your employee while you have a fiancée? Who does that Dave? How could you stoop so low! "
" Stop it, mother. You shouldn't say what you don't know. "
" What don't I know? Is it the fact that you employed a woman just to get under her skirts? I didn't expect this from you."
I gasped and took another step back.
" Mum! Not in front..." He couldn't finish when his mother turned to me like a serpent ready to bite.
" And you. " Her gaze settled on me with contempt. " Just a while ago I thought of you like the best cultured and modest girl I've ever seen not knowing you only pose like that. Deep down you're just one of those opportunists with loose morals! "
" You're making a mistake, mum. What is wrong with you?"
My eyes brimmed with tears. I've never been insulted like this. No one has ever questioned my character. Well, they did when I mysteriously got pregnant. No one believed that I never had sex and everyone branded me as a characterless girl and I had to take it all in. I'd almost forgotten how it feels.
"Nothing is wrong with me, Dave. She has to know her limits. No one sleeps with an engaged man."
" Why would you say these things when you know very well that I don't like Kathie. You pushed me into engaging her knowing that I have the least interest in her. Which mother does this? Have you forgotten all the length you had to go or let me remind you? Tell me, mother, should I refresh your memory?"
" Shut up Dave! How can you talk to me like that in front of her?"
" You should've thought of that first before opening your mouth in the first place. Now, will you please leave? I can't believe you came here because of some stories Kathie made up. You don't even trust your son. Now leave please!"
She eyed me then turned on her heels.
" No. I would be leaving instead. You and your mum need to sort things out... "
She turned to me. " Stop acting like a saint. And leave my so.."
"Mum! And you Leo, you are not going anywhere. "
I snatched my bag from his hand, "You don't talk like that to your mum and expect me to listen to you! " I smiled an apologetic smile at his mum and stormed out, banging the door behind me. I think I saw the woman's eyes soften or just an illusion. And those eyes. They look similar.
I stood at the entrance with my hands on my hips.
Where am I even going? I just came to work not for more than an hour and already leaving.
"Do you think you can ruin my well thought out plan so easily?"
I jumped at the voice.
" You scared me," I said pantingly with my palm on my chest.
"Now let's go."
"What about your mum?" I looked back.
"She'll be fine."
"Where are you taking us by the way?
"You'll know soon enough." He took my hand but I snatched it from him. "I can walk on my own."
"Fine." He rolled his eyes and pouted. My serious demeanor dissolved as a smile played on my lips.
We walked to the parking lot and got into his car.
I didn't plan on going anywhere with him again but after what happened a while ago, I guess I'll let him have his way for this one last time. Dave should enjoy me all he can while I'm around. As it is, the future doesn't look so promising for us; me in particular.
Determined to enjoy this moment too, I removed my shoes and placed my legs on his lap.
He looked at me without saying a word then concentrated on the road. I flipped my dress up to my waist and stared at his face. When his eyes settled on them, they widened then our gazes met and held. I winked and he chuckled.
"What happened? You were mad at me."
"Yeah I still am but it doesn't change anything."
"You haven't forgiven me then."
" Why should I? You haven't apologized to your mum, have you?"
" Forget that, I'm never gonna apologize to her."
"That's your problem, you should know that she's your mum and regardless of whatever she must've done wrong, you shouldn't disrespect her."
" Because?"
" Because she's your mum, Dave."
" Is that all?" He scowled at me.
I scowled back and withdrew my legs.
" What was that for?" He eyed me and looked back at the road. "You have no idea who that woman really is. She's done so much and I've done my best to tolerate and do her biddings but not anymore. I've had enough! You have no idea, Leo."
I sighed.
" I'm sorry for the awful things she said to you." He placed his free hand on my thigh, squeezing it lightly.
I actually deserve it. I'm still with him knowing that he's engaged and despite his mother's warning. I'm that selfish.
" It's okay," I said and hopped on to his laps, straddling him.
"Whoa, Leo. What are you doing now!" He laughed and I buried my face into his neck.
"Promise me you won't talk rudely to your mum again," I whispered into his ear.
" Until she stops trying to dictate what I should and shouldn't do."
" So you won't promise?"
" Mmmm." He purrs.
I bit his earlobe and sucked on his nape harshly then blew air over it.
He intakes a sharp breath.
"You still won't change your attitude towards her?" I asked and nibbled harder, then traced my lips on his sharp jaw.
"I prefer to die. It's the only thing that makes sense now." He rasped.
" Huh? What do you mean."
"If you carry on with what you're doing, we might just die because I'm not ready to agree with you in order to have your lips all over me. I'm driving "
" You don't mean it."
" Oh yeah. I do." He muttered huskily and thrust his waist against mine. I gasped when I felt his shaft poking my core. I gasped and burst into laughter at the same time.
He laughed along. "You see how I'm so ready for you?"
"Oh yes. You are." I laughed.
" I'm that consistent." He added and kissed my nape.
I stayed in his arms and enjoyed his heart beating against mine.
"Where are we going, Dave?" I asked when I saw that we were heading towards the airport.
"Seattle." He stated and parked his car.
" Washington?" I tried to get off his lap but he held me back.
"Listen, you don't have to panic. I have everything under control. We're only going to spend three days there.."
" Three days is not ' only' Dave," I complained, my heart jumping.
" That's why you have to call Raymond now and tell him."
"What? What am I going to tell him?" I can't call Raymond again with yet another excuse. Haven't I burdened him enough already?
"It's a business trip, Leona. I just thought you're the right candidate besides you'll be a good distraction." He smirked.
" This is not funny, Dave. You should've told me ahead. I don't even have my passport with me."
" Don't worry about that. I have it with me."
"What! How's that possible?"
" Did you seriously think Leonard wore that shirt himself yesterday? In fact, I did."
" No way! You broke into my room?"
" Unfortunately, yes! I had no choice so once you got into the house I stopped the car and hijacked your wardrobe through the backdoor. I didn't only find Leonard but the passport too." He grinned as if he won a lottery.
No wonder my son came saying papa and I thought Raymond thought him.
" It's not funny, Dave. I won't entertain you going through my stuff without permission and teaching my son things I don't approve."
" I'm sorry."
" Whatever but I can't go away from my son. I haven't done that before and am not planning to do so."
" Not even for me?" He made me look at him.
I shook my head determinedly.
"You'll have to. We're going to work and I am your boss so you do as I say. Forget about what we've been doing. This is your boss speaking to you now." He said in his businesslike tone and got me off his lap. His voice was cold and sent chills down my spine.
When was the last time he spoke to me like this? Can't remember. He just turned from sweet to bitter.
I coiled in my seat and avoided his eyes. He just put me back in my place with his tone.
"You can call your brother now." He added coldly.
I tried to look at him but he looked away. "And hurry up! I don't have the whole day."
He got out of the car and banged the door behind him.
I released the breath I never thought I was holding shuffled through my bag for my phone.📱
📞"Hello, Ray. Hope I am not disturbing."
📲"Not at all. Tell me, what is it?"
I sighed, feeling terrible for what I'm about to say.
📞" Well, you see... I ..my..boss and I are going.."
📞" On a trip. Relax Leona, I know about it. I was the one who submitted your application so my contact is with the company. I received the message about your trip. Is it Washington? Yeah, I think that's it. Take care and have fun. Don't worry about Leonard and me, we'll be fine. See Leona, I have to hang up now.."
📲" But the trip is today Raymond."
📞" What does it matter? Just take care of yourself. I'm here for you. I love you bye."
I wanted to speak but he already hanged up.
God! He's too good to be true. Why does he make it so easy for me?
****
The flight from New Jersey to Seattle was 4 hours and some minutes. Dave didn't utter a word to me and he also sat farther away from me. I felt uncomfortable and strange. Why's he acting so indifferent towards me now?
We were happy just a while ago and he was being naughty as usual.
Everything changed when I refused to go so he chose the next option that could make me go.
..
But this wouldn't have happened if I wasn't having perverted thoughts and bringing my personal life into my profession.
I used Leonard as an excuse which I wasn't supposed to do. The fact that I have a son doesn't mean I should disobey my boss and neglect my duties.
But..
I also thought we were going because of what we've been doing. Well, he added something like that but that's not the real purpose of going there. I'm sure he just mentioned that to add more fun to the news but here I am saying I won't go. Meanwhile, it's my duty.
Looking inside the plane I realized that I was not the only employee he brought along. We were three in number. My eyes met Luciana who was busy dozing off in her seat.
I felt terrible.
I looked back and our eyes met but he quickly looked down into his computer.
That's the limit!
He's avoiding me but I can't stand it. I got up from my seat and before I knew it, I was walking towards him.
"Ladies and Gentlemen welcome to Seattle, Washington. Please remain in your seats with your seat belts fastened while the Captain taxis what's left of our airplane to the gate!"
I walked back to my seat in disappointment. So we're here in Seattle! A place I've always dreamt of coming since I was little. I hope I have a nice stay.
After the plane had landed safely, I waited to walk in line with Dave but he chose the next exit.
The weather was good; sunny and clear.
I can't wait to change my clothes into something more lighter and comfortable.
But wait? Where's my luggage? Everyone seems to be carrying theirs! Oh God! I didn't bring anything along at all. Just my handbag.
I ran to Dave who was about entering a car and quickly got in beside him.
"I'm sorry but I didn't bring my clothes or toiletries." I panted
" I know."
"You were about leaving me.."
"So you could follow the others like every worker."
I grimaced. The hell!
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