TAKEN five
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A sleek exotic ride pull into the compound 30 minutes after Allen and Marcus left. Stella's ecstatic smile was enough to welcome the 'stranger' into the house. But when the figure come down from the car, she let out some resentment.
"We need to talk!" she said walking into her house giving acceptance of entrance to the stranger behind her. Following her, this person could not help but admire her feminine hygiene and also her charisma. Stella possessed one thing, and that was the confidence she had, whether good or bad, she was confident about it and looking at the position 'he' was in her life, he liked that side of her.
Immediately she closed the room door behind him, he carried her on his waist and wrapped her legs round him kissing her neck forth and back, she groans distastefully and tried pushing him away. "I said we need to talk" she grunts her word. He paused for a moment and then dropped her gently.
"We can't do this." She said with a heavy sigh
He laughed. Laughed hard for some time. He couldn't believe what he heard. It was definitely not Stella talking. Stella can literally kill anyone to have him. She had said that to him always. He knew she loved him, what was all this about?
"Don't play with me." Wrinkles start to form on his face
"Oh boy" she cupped his face and nod her head in pity. "I'm so sorry about this" she clicked her tongue in sympathy. He pulled her hands away from his face and his anger rose. Stella wouldn't mess with him, would she?
"Is this a prank?" he chuckled nervously, looking around hoping for a hidden camera.
"No..its not. Why would I prank you. I'm sincere. We cannot work again" she announced plainly again, she saw how confused he was and she also knew he wanted a reason, better still, some reasons. Stella wouldn't say she got tired of him, he was also pretty good. He was her best, at that time.
"I've got better option" she bluntly spat
"Are you playing with me Stella? Is this a joke. Were you using me!?" he was on his feet this time ready to bounce on her. If he wasn't such a gentle man, he might beat her to pulp
"How could you say that?" her voice broke and her eyes were misty. "I wasn't using you, I never used you, I was genuine. But we can't just happen again. I moved on"
"And what do you mean by a better option!"
"Marcus and I sorted things out. I don't want to do this to him anymore""Is that suppose to be a good news?""It is. And I would love you to be happy with this decision"He didn't know how to react to the situation. He was furious at Stella for saying this, on the other hand he also wanted to be happy for her. Would he say his tenure had expired? or should he disagree with Stella's decision of making up with her husband? It was so soon. He wasn't expecting it.
"Congratulations" he sorely said. She gave a quick smile and nod. He moved close to her and packed her hair in a pony tail. He seductively stared at her using his fingers to play with the edges of her hair. He met Stella few months earlier. She had accompanied her friend to the club that night. They both claimed to be on 'marriage holiday' where their husband's leaves them for his business for a month. It happened only once in a year and these ladies felt they had to live the best of their life before they go back to being the wife material everyone wanted them to be.
He was with Stella's friend, Rose at that time and they shared a relationship her husband didn't know about, when she introduced Stella to him, she had clearly told him that Stella needed his service. He never told Stella he had a thing with Rose. It wasn't proper for her to know he was being dutiful to both friends. But it was his business, as long as he got paid.
He got to like Stella better than Rose though. She paid him better and she wasn't a rookie in the game. She was confident around him and didn't make him feel like an actual fuck boy like people called him.
He caressed the back of her neck like she liked it and she let out a chuckle.
"Old moves Spencer" she said and he mischievously raises his brows in surprise."Your husband must have gotten lessons from an expert then" he teases"Tell me about it" she laughed and gently removed his hands from her body. "I would still pay you for coming so don't worry about trying to turn me on" she said moving to take her bag on the bed. He pulled her back to the wall and set his lips on hers. They both stiff without anyone making a move, she tried to push him away but he wasn't letting her.Slowly he opened his lips to taste hers and she did the same too.
The kiss that didn't want to happen got intense and he carried her to her bed, curling his hands under her lap, she moaned at the smooth satisfaction she received and she hardened the kiss. He started pulling off her clothes when he gave an abrupt stop.
"What's wrong?" he panted"You need to go Spencer" she said wearing her clothes back, she moved to her bag brought out her purse and handed him some cash.
"You want me Stella" he flirts"I don't!" she exclaimed. "I'm married Spencer" she showed him the ring on her finger again. "And I'm not going to do that to Marcus. I'm sorry"Dead silence
"Its fine, I'll leave" he said and then left her room.
She let out a heavy sigh and said "Thanks". She bounced on her bed and laid flat glaring at the ceiling. She was happy Spencer has left her life,she was always scared Marcus was going to find out, she really needed to play a safe game and discarding Spencer was her first big step.
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Allen would have taken the tea from her if her countenance was genuine, or if she brought it with a smile, but she didn't seem too happy about his new position at work. He shoved the tea away and signalled to her to take it, she gave another frown and walked out of his office.Unluckily for her, she was assigned to report directly to him. That makes work difficult for both of them.When Allen worked with his previous boss, he dealt with rude and disobedient staff, so seeing her unwillingness to work with him, he chuckled and kept her at the back of his mind.Getting away from 'home' was a blessing to Allen and he wished he could spend more time at work or work over night like his brother. He planned on extending his plans today to avoid a Stella issue at home. He hoped his plan works.
His phone rang cutting off his thoughts from work and the caller ID that displayed on the screen made his heart skipped. Picking up the call, a feminine but hoarse voice covered his ears.
" Doing well without momma? "she questioned him and he bit his lip with guilt." I'm sorry I haven't called"he apologized instantly seeing why his mum called. "Work has been hectic here" he remarked.
He was happy he didn't lie to his mum, better still he was happy his mum called at the right time. He was not keeping her in the dark neither was he giving her a headlight, he had put her in a position where she would not question his thoughts or action.Bella trusted Allen and she believed him when he said work was hectic. When she got the news of his transfer, she was full of joy. She loved what her son was becoming, a well to do young man who has made lots of profit than his previous works. He also never stopped sending her monthly allowance adding a top up to it. Though she missed him around but Bella would definitely prefer company over company.
"How are you fairing?" she asked the usual parental question not expecting a negative answer though, cause he sounded pretty fine.
"Mum can I call you back. I need to.." he didn't finish his statement when he hung up. By himself. Since Allen started staying with his brother, he hadn't muster enough courage to tell his mother about it. He plainly wanted to avoid the family drama that would ensue between them mostly caused by their parents, so he had to avoid some of her calls so he wouldn't get too engrossed and leak things out. He knows how bad his mum would feel, but he needed to do what seemed right.
"You rejected tea?" Marcus walked into his office along with the worker from earlier who served him tea. The girl still had a frown on her face and seemed displeased Marcus had to interfere in her duties, so she looked rather angry with Allen for making her look like a novice in front of her boss.
"She wasn't convincing enough" Allen replied his brother making eye contact with her too, he felt the rage she was feeling and she looked like she feared losing her job.
"Really Flora?" Marcus turned to her. She gulped out loud in fear as she tried to speak and defend herself.
"Sir. He seemed quite busy with work for a tea. I didn't convince him because.."
"I was kidding Marcus" Allen cut in. "I didn't want the tea.
Flora's sigh of relief didn't ease her mind towards Allen, she hated that he was trying to 'save her'. Being the boss doesn't make you a hero. Or maybe because she didn't like him sitting on that chair. But her sudden resentment was unexplainable.
" Flora would be working together with you, she's safe so make sure you accept things from her"Marcus advised. Allen gave a nod and Marcus left his office leaving Flora behind.
They both stared at each other in the eyes, while Allen smiled with mischief, Flora smokey eye rose in anger. They seemed to have no chemistry so they both wondered how they would work together.
TAKEN six "Its just you?" Stella asked with a hint of delight on her face,her cheek puffed into a big smile and her eyeball grew. She looked around again and peeped over Allen's shoulders to check if Marcus was behind him. He wasn't."Its just you!" she exclaimed cheerfully and drag him into the house turning the key behind her. "Where's Marcus?" she managed to ask "He would be home in an hour time" Allen bitterly said "That's such a long time" she laughed and packed her hair up. "Allen.." she called him and moved to him, he moved back so she wouldn't touch him and held out his hands to stop her. "What? You haven't made a decision yet? You have no choice Allen!" "No one is going to know?" he gathered all his courage and asked She became giddy all of a sudden "Definitely!" there was so much assurance in her words and tone. He was certain they bo
TAKEN seven He couldn't miss his appointment this morning neither could he tell Allen or Stella who he had an appointment with. He just needed to be there, and yes this early. It was this important. After getting home late at night, he met Stella sleeping but he never tried to disturb her, what was he supposed to do again, lure her to an unwanted sex? No, it was also a stressful day for him so he needed rest. They both had a peaceful sleep. He didn't say much to her this morning too, he had woken up early and he didn't dress up for work. He was just casual. It upset Stella he didn't tell her where he was heading to. He didn't like the mood he left Stella this morning and he knew he would definetely be questioned when he gets back but he needed to meet up this early and he also knew how proud Stella would be if she finds out what he was up to. He could feel her rage presently at home, but he promised himself to buy her a bribe on his way
TAKEN eight Stella drove into Rose's compound with full speed and as she got down from her car, she dashed to Rose's room which was wide opened. Sometimes she wondered why Rose husband doesn't come home by this time. "Rose!" she shouted her name with more urgency and shock glaring at the position she was on the bed. "He's just an house boy!" she spat. Stella was happy she didn't see the boy naked. If she had, she would literally beat him out of the room like that. She always told Rose not to deal with people that would disrespect her, but her friend wanted young blood anyways. Thank goodness it was just Rose's upper body that was naked and the boy was under the bed spread with only his head popping out. "A boy with big property... girl you just ruined the moment, why didn't you even knock?"Rose grunts. Privacy was not included in their friendship rules, this wasn't something to hide. Rose probably just said it
TAKEN nine Let's make a baby? That sounded ridiculous to Allen's ears. This was someone who left the house earlier,furious at her husband. Giving unneccesary reasons why a baby shouldn't be involved .What changed?Allen stared closely at Stella, he wanted to observe if she was being sincere about this. After all this was the woman who wanted him on her bed and threatened him not to back off since they were still going to work out. They had to work. Marcus sober state didn't lighten up immediately. Stella had walked in on him too soon he wasn't sure how to react. And what she said? They should make a baby? If she was serious about this then there was something wrong,he remembered vividly his instructor assured him she would agree to it , he argued that she won't, although he didn't know why it got her upset but he was too angry at himself for taking an advice that is ruining his marriage Basically,
TAKEN ten He wore a neutral gray three button suit, a modest bright red tie and a white collared shirt. He had groomed his short black hair and was also wearing a closed toe oxford black shoe with gray pants. It was not his first day at work but he needed to give a smart impression. He was the new boss, he had to set standard. He moved out of his room to join his brother outside the house, Marcus was beside his car together with his wife, she was knotting him up and they were having a discussion. Recalling what transpired between them yesternight didnt pester Allen much, as awkward as it sounded, he was cool with it. Stella's new found friendship with him is giving him much confidence and liberty, he was just bothered at the pretence Stella gave his brother. He felt sorry for Marcus and also didn't like that he was the problem between the couple. They both looked perfect together. When was this going to end an
TAKEN eleven Just immediately Marcus left the office, Jenifer's friend strolled into the office taking another look at Marcus before turning to her friend with big eye balls widening with a glimpse of awe."Are you kidding me?" she squeaked at her. Jenifer raised her brows not understanding what her best friend was talking about. But she definitely recognise the look on her face when she turned back to check Marcus out. "Oh no don't go there" Jenifer said repeatedly warning Jane. She knew how Jane can be and that look confidently told her Jane wanted her to try Marcus out. When Jenifer finally got out of her abusive relationship, all thanks to her best friend, Jane has been looking forward to seeing her with another man and wouldn't let her rest if a masculine figure waved at Jenifer. Jane even went further by putting Jenifer on blind dates, all was a disaster though, but she wasn't giving up. "I'm already there" she laugh
TAKEN twelve Getting to his fitness class, Marcus wondered why he was here the second time in a day. He pondered on Jenifer's sudden call this evening. He was not expecting it. There were no classes at evening so the class was empty, he head to his instructor's office. There she sat roaming her eyes into some books on her table, she raised her head up and saw Marcus standing at the door. She gave a warm smile and stood on her feet too. "You sounded urgent" Marcus eyes rolled hesitating to come in even with her welcoming smile. Seeing her on her feet he sighted the new dress she was wearing, different from the one he saw in the morning, she didn't look like his fitness instructor here, but she really looked fit. She was a work of expertise. "Well, you could just take a sit and know why you're really here Mr Marcus" she said and after giving it some thoug
TAKEN thirteen They both sat on the same table and placed their order, Allen began eating hungrily without minding if Flora was interested in the food or not, he wasn't going to eat something this better at home anyways, so he took his time, not leaving any grain of the food out. Flora watched her boss eat, it wasn't mannerless though, but it was obvious he was very hungry, she wouldn't blame him. He uses the strength he was supposed to save for later to scold her for not dressing as he wanted. Allen looked up to see Flora still staring at him without taking a bite from her food. He stopped eating and gently rubbed his mouth with the napkin on the table. He wondered why she stared at him this awkward. "You don't like it?" he questioned her preference of food. "You can have it if you want" she bluntly said to sound rude on purpose but Allen gladly dragged her own serve of the food and dig his spoon inside. She didn't know how to react but she was