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Weeks went by, and before long, it came down to days. Tippa had no idea what she was going to do. She slowly was losing herself in sadness, the type of sorrow she felt when she lost her parents. Tippa fought hard to recover from what felt like an unending sadness. But she held onto her father's words, who told her she was like a bright, shining star that could never be dimmed. “I can’t give up; something will come true, I know it will…” Tippa stated, wiping her tears away even though the end of the month was fast approaching.Several days later, a breakthrough finally came. It occurred one week before the end of the month when her rent and all bills were due. Tippa got a job offer! Not only that, but it pays once a week! That news alone almost brought her to tears, not because it was her dream job but because she had never felt so much pressure in all her life. Tippa realized that under the care of her parents when they were alive, she never knew how cruel and brutal life could be in
When Ross Kincaid looks up at the waitress to give her his order. Tippa was stunned! Her innocent unguarded eyelids blinked a mile a minute.“Tippa! What on earth are you doing here?” Ross states, coolly surprised. It took everything in her power to hold it together. Her mind immediately began to spin with mixed feelings. She had worked so hard to put this exquisite looking guy out of her mind and now he’s here. Tippa looked discreetly around the restaurant to see if any eyes were on them. She took a deep breath. Thinking, “stay focused on your job.” When Tippa found her voice she repeated knowing professionalism should come first. But on the edge of her lips was the question of the night. What is he doing here? Is this a Kincaid event? Is someone in the Kincaid family spying on me again?" She asked herself, trying to contain her nerves. No, I’m going to focus on doing my job.” So, Tippa repeats.“May I take your order?" Ross smiled, “Okay”. He said softly, realizing she wasn't go
Tippa was floored as she stood there, lost for words and specific actions. She was flattered, yes. But at the same time, all Tippa could think, "This man must be used to airheaded women who fall at his feet. She knew for sure he came from wealth by the bottle of wine and the meal for two he had just ordered. It was nearly $200.00."Sir, thank you for the offer, but I must pass. So, I will not be bringing my manager to speak to you about your dinner offer. Now, would you like to order that steak or something else?" She said, smiling.Ross sighed, closing his eyelids slowly, allowing the dark, almost unnaturally long lashes to sweep under his eyes as his fingers gently rubbed his lids. Then, he gradually opened his dark, slanted eyes, giving her a smoldering look, which she was sure was his first move in operation to change her mind. She fell for his charming ways once, but not this time.While observing him, Tippa's hands eased into her apron's front pockets as she tried to be patient a
Chapter 14 - Ross's PerspectiveRoss enjoyed talking on the phone with Tippa, but his mind kept reflecting on that night they came back together again. And he felt like a new man after meeting Tippa again. The excitement Ross discovers leaves a mark that he will never forget in his heart. Seeing her again was so unexpected, yet it felt like it was meant to be. So, quickly, one drink turned into two, and over drinks, he knew she was someone he wanted to spend more time with. But he knew he had to confront his parents over the last incident and find out why they viewed Tippa as a threat. As a young boy, Ross has always complied with his parents' wishes. He wanted to be a good doctor who could save as many lives as possible. But he also knew his parents had far bigger dreams and aspirations for him. They wanted him to think bigger than being a doctor. They wanted him to run the hospitals and clinics they owned around New York. But Ross knew he never wanted to be controlled, and he had no
Ross was more determined to do what he wanted; he called Tippa. She had so many questions that he needed to answer. She didn't make it easy for him; She couldn't allow herself to think with her heart but her sensibilities. She couldn't risk losing her job again over a man she barely knew. After being grilled with one question after another, Ross took the challenge and asked her. “Would you like to go out with me, Tippa?” “Well, I do, but…will I be taking another risk that will cost me my livelihood?” She asked again, sighing.“I told you, I had a conversation with my parents, and I made it clear to Tippa how I felt about what they did and that I have different views on how I want to live my life. So, will you go out with me?”She wondered, 'Will I be able to ignore one of the most handsome men who has ever shown me attention for the first time? Is he seriously interested, as confessed? Should I give in and examine him beyond phone calls to see if there's something more there between
Chapter 15So Ross pulled out his cell phone and called Tippa. She had many questions for him that he needed to answer before she could go any further with him. She couldn’t risk losing her job again over a man she barely knew. It happened once, and she wasn't about to let it help again. “Would you like to go out with me, Tippa?” Ross decidedly asked after answering her questions.“Well, I do, but…will I be taking another risk that will cost me my livelihood?”“I had a conversation with my parents, and I made it clear to them, Tippa, how I felt about what they did and that I have different views from them on how I want to live my life. So, will you go out with me?”She wondered, 'Will I be able to ignore one of the most handsome men who has ever shown me attention for the first time in my life? Is he seriously interested, as he confessed? Should I give in and examine him beyond phone calls to see if he's something more than what meets the eye and a man of his word?" Her mind said no d
So Ross called Tippa, and she asked him many questions that he needed to answer. She couldn’t risk losing her job again over a man she barely knew. “Would you like to go out with me, Tippa?” “Well, I do, but…will I be taking another risk that will cost me my livelihood?”“I had a conversation with my parents, and I made it clear to Tippa how I felt about what they did and that I have different views on how I want to live my life. So, will you go out with me?”She wondered, 'Will I be able to ignore one of the most handsome men who has ever shown me attention for the first time? Is he seriously interested, as confessed? Should I give in and examine him beyond phone calls to see if he's something more than what meets the eye and a man of his word?“Yes, Ross, I will go out with you. But I want to take it slow.”Tippa admittedly found it exciting and risky. That night, without realizing it, she took her first step in being risky by saying yes.“Ross, I’m glad we had this little chat, bu
Ross watches the exquisite young lady's every movement with precision. From the time she steps inside his red Lamborghini, she relaxes against the leather interior. Ross couldn't have imagined that he would be taking a girl like Tippa out on a date.It's a unique sensation for Tippa to be closely examined by a guy. In her past relationship, it was almost as if she was invisible. Her ex-boyfriend never complimented or ever told her Tippa she looked nice. Not even by his facial expression. And yet, that became the norm for her, and it was acceptable then.But now, she's more of a mature young woman. Tippa pays attention to whether a man is truly attracted to her, especially a man like Ross, who is so different from anyone she's ever dated before. She does not want to mistake this feeling of attraction for anything else.Tippa, however, could say with some certainty that a man at this level had so closely scrutinized her. It is pretty....compelling. Tippa softly clears her throat after a