Evan's POV
I was just wrapping up the last of my work when I heard a knock on my door. Braelyn walked in with some files in her hand. I looked at the clock to make sure it was five past eight.
"Why are you still in the office Ms. Taylor?" I got up from my seat . She faintly raised a brow at my question as if I was stupid to ask that.
" The report." Saying this , she kept the files on my desk and I immediately remembered the work I had given her. I was surprised that she really finished the work. I saw her walking back but before she could take more than two steps, she swayed , her eyes dropping. I immediately wrapped one arm around her waist and another on her shoulder to steady her.
" Are you not well , Ms. Taylor?" My voice gave out the concern that I didn't want to show.
" Just a bit dizzy." Came her reply before she turned her face towards me. Our faces were really close , our breaths mingling with each other. The sweet fragrance
Closing her eyes, she took a deep breath." I-I can't." She let out. The church became uncomfortably quiet.......................Flashback Continues" Brae?" I was genuinely confused, her words not registering in my mind. She pulled her hands out of mine." E-Evan , I c-can't marry you. I am s-sorry." She stuttered. The church broke down into murmurs. I couldn't understand what action of mine made her so angry that she was saying all this. I walked closer, putting my hands out for her but she took two steps back." Brae , what happened?" My attention was solely focussed on her face waiting for her to crack a smile, accept her poor ability at cracking a joke."This wedding can't happen." A strange uneasiness was settling in the pit of my stomach."Tell me what's bothering you? Whatever it is , we can solve it . Please calm down, baby." I knew whatever it was , we could solve it by talking." No Evan I
Braelyn's POV" Ms. Taylor would explain to you the rest of the details." I straightened up and opened the presentations , highlighting the important points and explaining every detail. By the end of it, the clients looked satisfied. Ryan too had a proud look on his face. I smiled at him a little." Well , we are ready to sign the deal. We really liked the presentation. I must say that Ms. Taylor is a great assistant to you Mr. Lewis." I offered them a polite smile. I had spent days and nights working on this project and I was glad that my hard work was appreciated." I beg to differ. I am surprised that she could handle it, most probably one of her firsts." His words rang in the conference room. I felt everyone's eyes one me, the place appearing to be a lot smaller than it was seconds ago. My cheeks heated up with embarrassment, tears pooling in my eyes. I hung my head low, avoiding all the stares .It must have been a fragment of my
Evan's POV The look on her face when I demeaned her and her working ability in the conference room, somewhere made me feel guilty. Whatever I said was a damn lie. She was one of the most hard-working, smart and efficient employees but I wouldn't say that. I quickly pushed away any kind of remorse that was trying to dig it's way in. She sat silently for the rest of the meeting, her eyes fixed on her fiddling fingers.Before she could leave the room, I burdened her with some more work. I didn't want to lose my mind thinking about her . The slightest movements confused my head. Taking my blazer off, I exited the room and started walking towards my cabin but the scene in front of me boiled my blood. Brae stood there talking to Mr. Walker. He was a reputed pervert and didn't mind hitting on any and every beautiful woman. Coming closer, I heard him saying how a beautiful woman like her didn't deserv
Evan's POVShe nodded at me before getting on her tippy toes and attaching her lips to mine.I closed my eyes tightly to relieve the pain that was resurfacing in me. We used to spend a lot of time here in her house and I wasn't sure how easy it would be for me to come back here. Finally making up my mind I came out and locked the car before pressing the bell.A few seconds later the door opened."Evan?" Brillie looked shocked to find me at the door."Brielle." I acknowledged with a curt nod."Where is Braelyn?" She bit her lip, seemingly unsure of what her answer should be."She isn't feeling good. Maybe she will see you tomorrow?" There was a hint of worry in her eyes, like she didn't want me here . Most probably Brae had told her everything about today."No, I want to see her now. Can I come in?" I was determined."Uhh sure. Come in." She hesitantly moved away, allowing me to pass . I took a quick g
He was shocked when I said that it wasn't his fault and I wasn't angry at him but it was true. I could never be angry at him for whatever he was doing. If I was in his position, maybe I would have behaved more aggressively. It hurts, it hurts so much that we have come to this position where a civil conversation between us was nearly impossible but then it wasn't our fault. It wasn't.Flashback"You look so beautiful Sis! You look like a princess." Bri gushed at me as she looked at me through the mirror. I myself was overwhelmed with my final wedding look. It was a pearl white lace dress with a plunging neckline. The hair was done in a beautiful messy updo and my face had neutral makeup."I know right?" I smiled widely at her, causing her to laugh."I am anticipating Evan's face when he sees you. You will just blow his mind off." She clasped her hands together in excitement."Agreed." Both of us turned to look at Kate who just entered, looking
Brae's POVI had to save this stupid sister of mine.But what I didn't know was how I was going to do it. I couldn't imagine how hurt Evan would be with this decision. I was torn between the two most important people in my life.I was so lost in my thoughts that I didn't notice when I was in front of the door. William linked his hand with mine and passed me an encouraging smile.The song started playing which was my cue to enter. The gate opened , giving a clear view of the altar. We started walking down the aisle. I saw the smiling faces of all the guests. Amelia stood there with a large smile plastered on her face. My heart broke a bit more each time I saw everyone's happy faces. Everyone was happy except me. The increasing agony in my heart was becoming unbearable and my eyes fell on Kate. She was staring right back at me with a smirk on her face.When I looked up at Evan's face, I felt a stab of pain in my heart. He ha
Flashback Continues"Brae, what was that ?" I heard Bri burst in through the door. I wiped away my tears and walked past her into the kitchen with her following me."I want answers, Brae. How can you leave Evan at the altar in front of everyone?" I put the bottle of water down before taking a deep breath. I was already angry at Bri but didn't want to shout at her."That was the only option I had." I let out a vague answer. I didn't want to discuss anything at that moment."What are you saying? For what reason in the world would you do that to him?" My self-control broke when she shouted at me."For you. I did it for you.To save your stupid ass." I yelled back."What do you mean?" She looked confused and that was pissing me off even more."Why did you sign the contract for a stripper's job ?" I gritted through my teeth and saw the colour fade from her eyes."H-how do you..." She was stuttering. Was she asking how d
Evan's POV"Damn it." I threw the bottle on the floor which shattered into a million pieces."Woah! Relax man! Who shoved a stick up your ass huh?" Skipping through the glass shreds, Ryan climbed up and sat on the kitchen counter."So , why did you call? I was busy." He poured himself a glass of water."Busy as in?" I raised my eyebrows at him."Busy as in you don't need to know." He passed a sarcastic grin causing me to roll my eyes."Tell me why did you call?""I can't think properly anymore. I will become mad." I spoke as I kept pacing about the room."You mean, you weren't already?" I stopped walking to give him a murderous glare. Inching closer to him I put my finger up while speaking to him."Be serious Ryan. It's very important." I said in a low voice. He brought his face closer and with wide eyes spoke."Well what is so important?" He whispered back mockingly making me realise tha