That familiar musk perfume filled her nostrils. And Bella's heart beats raced rapidly, she felt the hot breaths at the nap of her neck and the shiver ran through her spine, giving her goosebumps.
She didn't need to turn around to know who the person was as she knew there had always been this one person who had such an effect on her body and that familiar fragrance but still she was hoping for herself to be wrong." Hello Miss Evans." but her hopes came crashing down when she heard the voice.It was him. It was Ashton Blair. Bella exhaled a heavy breath and turned with a poker face, all blank and didn't even flinch a bit. She held her head up to meet his eyes with full confidence while her fists clenched and teeth gritted.She was facing him now and when he looked in her eyes, there was something different in them which he wasn't able to interpret and that feared him. For the first time he wasn't able to catch on what was going through her mind." Hello Miss Evans." he said again and raised his hand for a handshake.Bella looked at him with a frown which made her chuckle but what else he could do. It was mockingly funny that they were meeting again after freaking 2 years but she had still managed to act like they didn't ever meet.She pretended not to know him. He was in this pretending to be the strangers game too then. It would be fun to start it all over again. Ashton cleared his throat to get her attention but instead of acknowledging him, she looked away after rolling her eyes and she went inside with a huff. Yeah his presence made her frustrated which he could have never thought will happen.But life is ironic right. The things we think will never happen, happens for sure. And besides he was Ashton Blair how could his life be normal, his life was anything but simple and plain. He was confused weather to decide of going in or not but his conflict was halted as he saw the person coming." So Mr Blair is here finally." he said." Oh shut up Peter." and he ruffled his hair in annoyance." Wow calm down angry hulk. What happened why are exploding like a volcano?" Ashton was confused of what to tell him. He thought to act normal so that Mr - Peter - the - Detective didn't smell anything awkward." Nothing, I am just annoyed man. I mean we have an important meeting with Mr Johnson but he hasn't arrived yet." Peter looked at Ashton for a few seconds and he kept the irritated look on his face to go with the act and maybe Peter was convinced as he looked away." Yeah you are right man. Let's go in the cabin. " and Ashton followed Peter.The cabin was wide enough and the view from the glass window was breath-taking. Ashton went near the window and traced the glass with his fingers. It was slightly heated up due to sun rays. He looked over. There were huge, tall buildings outside, birds were flying high in the sky. And he felt a sense of freedom in the view outside but he wasn't free.He was still caged in the heart break but these birds told him that the sky is endless and so are hopes. He should have faith and hope that he and Bella would get back together despite the distance which had been created between them in the due time.And still crying over heart break won't solve it, he needed to win her trust back. He needed to win the love back that once she had for him. And he will, to his luck Bella was here too so he assumed that if she worked here then they will be meeting often which was pure coincidence but cherry on the cake for him.Ashton was adoring the view while lost in his thoughts when he heard the sound of something shattering and when he turned, there Peter was standing there with his jaw dropped along a vase fallen on the floor.The vase was completely broken into pieces and the flowers were spread on the floor. Ashton glared Peter while he just smiled sheepishly and scratched the back of his neck." Now what should we do?" Peter questioned." You save your ass yourself dude. I don't know you. Who are you?" Ashton shrugged his shoulders and gave a I -don't - care look." You traitor. I had never thought this day will come. Now I can understand how betrayal from best friend feels like. I don't want to live anymore....." Peter wasn't able to complete his over dramatic speech as he was cut off by Ashton." You are weird you know that right. " Ashton said in awe while laughing." That's called talent duh. " Peter said being proud of himself." Since when exaggeration is a talent." Ashton mocked him." Since I started it." Peter chuckled and Ashton shook his head in disbelief." Please remind me why are we best friend? " Ashton bend down and started collecting the flowers." Because...... You love me. " Peter gave flying kiss with a wink while Ashton made a disgusted face." Hahaha.. What in the world Peter. Shut up someone will misunderstand if they hear you. " Peter grinned at his best friend.Peter collected the pieces of vase and threw them in dustbin and Ashton was about to do the same with the flowers when he stopped, he threw all of them except one and kept it in his bag with a smile.The floor was completely cleaned now and both buddies gave a hifi to each other on their brilliant work. Till then Mr Johnson entered in the cabin too and the meeting began.It went on and on Ashton was listening keenly and was debating too but Peter was snoring with open eyes, his eyes were dropping every now and then but everytime Ashton kicked him under the table to keep him awake while Peter gave him you - will - pay - for - this look which didn't have any affect on Ashton.Instead he bit his inside of cheek to control himself from busting into laughter, seeing a grumpy Peter with annoyed look and it was his favourite entertainment in that boring meeting.It was evening now, meeting was packed up and everybody dispersed back to their homes. Ashton reached in his flat with a goofy smile, putting his shoes off he twirled around, humming a song and swaying his body.He entered in the kitchen and thought of cooking something to eat but he was tired so he ended up calling at a pizzaria and ordered a pizza and a lava cake." Seems like we will be meeting often Miss Evans." he smiled and fell on sofa with a thud.Soon the delivery boy came with Ashton's order and he was shocked by the huge tip Ashton gave him. Thanking him he vanished while Ashton closed the door and headed upstairs in his room to have his dinner with a happy face, after a long time.Soon the delivery boy came with Ashton's order and was shocked by the huge tip Ashton gave him. Thanking him he vanished while Ashton closed the door and headed upstairs in his room to have his dinner with a happy face, after a long time.Bella was standing at the door step. Everytime she raised her hand to turn the knob but withdrew it in the mid way. She closed her eyes and inhaled a deep breath, gathering strength she opened the door.Opening the door, Bella peeped inside to check if the way to my room was clear or not but to her dismay luck wasn't on his side the first thing her eyes caught was a familiar thin figure." what are you doing Bell?" Varonica looked at her suspiciously." What... What am I doing??? I am doing nothing.. Yeah nothing. Why are you asking me this?? Do you think I am upto something?? Oh come on Varonica how could you think about me like this. You are doubting me.. Like seriously. Our 6 years of friendship and you are still doubting me. " Bella pointed at he
Ashton and Peter both had a talk on call about the meeting and their plans for tomorrow. After sometime they talk about absolutely nothing but crap and lastly declined the call. Ashton laid back holding pillow close to himself and his thoughts went back to that time, replaying the memory of his first encounter with Bella. He started to think back about how his friends were around Varonica and that look of terror on her face that was the first time when Ashton had met Bella. -----Varonica backed away, Tina was ready to punch or kick her butt and Ashton would have enjoyed the show too but he stopped her cause he didn't want her to have all the fun alone he wanted it too. So rest of Ashton's friends had surrounded Varonica and waited for Ashton. " I am sorry. It happened by mistake." Varonica half smiled in fear as Ashton kept coming closer. " Tch Tch don't be sorry it's okay." her back hit the table and she stumbled. " Stop what you are guys doing. Stop bullying her. " a sweet whis
After Bella had the talk with her subconscious, her body got relaxed a bit as a burden was relieved and besides tiredness took a toll on her as her eyes started dropping. She yawned and hugged pillow more tightly, cold breeze tickled her face and she stared at the roses intently until she fell asleep. Both were in sleep with an enchanting smile on their faces due to overwhelming feelings. They were amused how they fell in love with each other despite their not so pleasant first encounter but this is what love is. It was morning but Bella didn't seem to wake up until the alarm rang merciless, shutting it off she woke up with a pout feeling sleepy but still dragged herself to the washroom and had a shower. Bella hastily came out of the washroom, the cold water awakening her completely. She had wrapped a towel around her dampened body. She plugged the hair dry and dried her hair and lastly got changed into a red tank top and black jeans. Before going out of her room her eyes involunta
She smoothened her dress and once more gave a look in the mirror to assure she was presentable. She stepped out of the washroom and thought, "I don't want to do this. But Ashton being here. I am left with no other choice." " I am resigning today." and with determination Bella went to talk to the authorities.Bella hastily typed a resignation letter and took its print out to hand it over. She knocked at the door with her trembling hand and entered in when Ashton gave her permission. She was going to act cool. She had decided that she will calmly hand over her resignation letter and walk the office like some dope shot. " Good morning Sir. Here is my resignation letter sir.", with this Bella kept resignation on table and proceeded to make a show stopping exit when Ashton called her. " May I know the reason?", Ashton spoke while looking at Bella. " It's written in the letter sir.", Bella replied and started to go out again. " Okay I won't stop you. But don't forget to pay the penalty
Bella was still standing at the door with her back facing it. She cursed and made faces as her plan back fired at her, talk about luck." Darn it..... This is not going be to easy." she stomped her foot and went to her cabin to fetch the file.Bella had said it loud enough for Ashton to hear the muffled sound and it made him laugh. He knew it wasn't time to tease her but he couldn't help it she was so cute when she would get irritated and besides that he knew that being serious won't make things right. Him being serious won't be of any help either way.But at least being jolly and teasing would make her talk back to him even if it would be due to annoyance even if she would scream and yell at him but at least she won't ignore him which she had been doing, she was running away far away from him. But Ashton wasn't going to let it happen now when he had got a chance to mend her heart." Man the food in the canteen was so yummy, too delicious that I couldn't hold myself back. " Peter said
Bella maintained a stern face and for milli second looked at the glass wall. And there Ashton was hugging a girl with a big smile on his face. And she regreted instantly, looking at the glass wall, looking at him wasn't a good idea. And her broken heart broke once again if that was even possible. " How can I trust you Ashton when your words and actions are so freaking contrary, how?" was all Bella thought. The girl was smiling while looking at Ashton to which he flashed his bright smile beaming with happiness and Bella felt a pang of jealousy. Bella wanted to go in his cabin and pull that girl and Ashton apart from their didn't seem to end hug. Her breathing was getting raged in anger. Here a moment ago he dropped a note apologising for the crap he said to Peter and was asking her to trust him, believe him. And now he was smiling like a maniac and wasn't stopping that girl. Hell she was getting too clinging, couldn't he see that. If glares could burn then this girl would have turne
" Cheers everyone, enjoy the party." everyone yelled cheers as Ashton announced the beginning of party. Everyone was having fun in their own ways. Some were drinking, some were dancing, others were gawking at food. But Ashton didn't bother to pay attention to any of them. His eyes just remained at the entrance all the time no matter if he was indulged in an conversation with someone or alone. But he didn't look away from at entrance. His eyes glued there. He was just waiting for that one person to come for whom he had kept this party. Well not only for her. But certainly she was the most awaited guest for him. Though all the people present here in the party thought it was because Ashton had become the new CEO. And that was kind of true. But he knew what it was more of a reason for this party other then him being the CEO. It WAS as if an excuse to meet Bella for him. He hadn't decided on throwing a party at all until he saw her in that conference hall. Ashton was still looking at
Peter dragged Jacob with him no matter how much Bella tired to protest as Jacob too tried to decline but to no avail, Jacob gave Bella a puppy look wanting her to stop Peter but she only chuckled at his cute expression looking at him helplessly. " Bella, would you mind dancing with me? " and Bella's jaw dropped as Ashton forwarded his hand. Bella stared at Ashton with open mouth and shocked eyes but Ashton's constant intent gaze pulled her out of her thoughts. She cleared her throat and tried to fetch some words from his mind that was currently filled with jumbled thoughts. She grabbed a glass of cold drink from the waiter who was passing by her trying to clear her mind and to buy sometime as she was still thinking how to answer or to be specific how to deny his request. " Sorry Sir but I will have to decline." and with that Bella took a sip of her cold drink keeping her casual act." Why....??" it was all that rolled out of his tongue. " Yes Sir, it won't be nice to dance with so