RitaI looked behind me, only to see Finn.He just alighted from his car and walked towards us with a fruit basket and a bouquet.He wore suit with dart stripes, surprisingly matching the colour of my gown. He had styled his black jet hair which looked kinda glossy, perfecting his chiseled face and the stubbled neatly trimmed shaped beard at the bottom of his face.His deep-set hazel eyes sparkled, drawing me in yet I refrained myself from drooling besides, I was still shocked and surprised to see him.“Good evening ma’am, sir” He greeted parents, bowing his head respectfully.“We’re late, aren't we?” He asked, throwing his hand over my neck while I kept gazing at him.“Late? Not at all, you both arrive just in time” My mom beamed.“Come on in, come in” My Dad paved the way for us as he motioned us to the dinning room.“This is for you both” Finn said, dropping the basket of fruits on the table right in front of them.“Oh wow, just wow. You are such a sweet gentleman” My mom praised hi
Rita’s POVIt was when I felt I have had enough; I withdrew my lips from his.The air was heavy with unspoken words, it was as if time had frozen, while we stood there, staring at each other, caught in the aftermath of the passionate encounter, unsure of what to say or do next.The kiss was just a temporary escape from reality, and as for me, it was a fleeting moment of bliss; a taste of what it could be.Now I’ve returned to my right senses and I felt embarrassed immediately reality crashed back in, reminding me of the complexities that lay between us. Yet I wanted to hold on or continue where we left off but our connection waned.The passion that had burned so brightly moments ago began to fade, as it was replaced by a lingering awkwardness.I cleared my throat awkwardly and avoided eye contact with him as I moved away.I opened the door, leaving him in the kitchen but he soon came after me.“Rita, your room is still very much vacant and available” My mom beckoned, smiling widely as
Rita’s POVWe left my parents’ place the following morning haven had breakfast with them. My lovely mother had packed a lot of dishes for Finn and I because Finn enjoyed it.We deserve an accolade for pulling up a great act that my parents didn’t suspect something wrong. But now, they love Finn so much and I’ll break their heart when I bring home another man, next time; anyways till then.“It was really really stressful right?” I broke the awkward silence in the car.“It’s worthwhile” He replied and I smiled.“Your parents are very nice and sweet” He remarked.“Thank you” I said.“You can have all the dishes by the way as an extra thanks for coming” I added and he nodded..“You know what I really want Rita” He said, taking his gazes off the steering and stared at me romantically instead.I gasped; “Finn, you promised we won’t be discussing this issue again, I have told you times without number, I cannot … we cannot …”“Hey! Calm down, come on Rita, chill; I’m talking about the date. L
RITAAfter I have mustered up energy, while having enough rest, I picked up my phone to respond to Zane’s messages.Thus;“Hello Zane, I am very sorry for going awol suddenly, I have been busy all day long. I had another appointment after the meeting with Janet Johnson and unexpectedly, business called crashed in during the weekend and it’s been very tiring” I read it aloud while I typed it. Lies creates more lies they say and that’s true. I sighed deeply and waited for him to read the messages soon but when he didn't, I called him.“Hi Zane” I spoke solemnly (filled with guilt) into the phone as soon as he picked up the call.“Rita!” He mentioned my name with an opposite tone.I puffed out heavily and I'm sure he heard it.“I know no matter what I say would not justify the reason for doing it, you can call it a flimsy excuse” I paused; “But I already sent you a message”“I forgive you” He suddenly uttered even when he was yet to listen to my excuses, the lies upon lies.“I know you
Rita’s POV“Hello beautiful” He smiled widely.“Hi” I replied, I didn’t know why I also beamed though. It was as if I was happy to see him.Unexpectedly, he hugged me.We have never exchanged pleasantries this way. I know it’s normal to greet people by embracing them. I have hugged Adam and few other male colleagues but hugging Finn felt a little strange - different.“You look ravishing!” He complimented and my cheeks reddened.“So come with me” He curved his elbow, I interlocked my arm with his and he led me to his car, helped me sit comfortably before he moved on to the driver’s seat.Somehow, it was beginning to look like we were couple and I felt like I was cheating on Zane but just this once please. Finn and I had a deal, a deal is a deal. Though, I enjoyed every interactions I have had with Finn and I really wanted to have this date with him. Through the corner of my eyes, I noticed he stole glances at me via the rear mirror. I tried as much not to blush but I couldn’t.We arriv
Rita’s POV My hands trembled as I managed to slide to the receiver. “Hello Zane, I…I.. I am…so..sorry. I… I… forgot to reach out to you after the shower and that’s so..so bad of me” I apologized, stuttering without hearing from him first. “No honey, I am the one who is sorry. I slept off not quite long, and I'm still very much sleepy. I don't know how to let you know that I don't think we can chat tonight. I'm very sorry for ruining our plans” He said. “Oh!” I mouthed, relieved. “I’m sorry” He repeated. “Err.. No problem. It’s actually fine. I feel tired and not in the mood to talk at length too. I also didn't know how to tell you especially after what I have done lately!” Lies and more lies! “Good night to you and sweet dreams” I wished. “Sweet dreams” He repeated and hung up the call. I took a deep breathe in and exhaled them all out, feeling completely relieved now. I picked up my phone and switched it off instantly to avoid any more calls that could make me panic. I pract
Rita’s POV I met Evelyn and Adam at the bus stop and we scurried into the company together while we nattered all along. “How was the weekend guys?” I asked them. “Great, it was great” They responded simultaneously and chuckled together, giving themselves a knowing gaze. Well, whatever. “Mine was fantastic too” I continued;” From visiting my parents to going on a date with Finn” “You went on a date with Finn?” They exclaimed. “Are you dating Finn?” Adam further asked. “Nah. Finn showed up at my parents' place to substitute for my boyfriend, he asked me to go on a date with him to pay him back” I briefly explained. “How come I do not know anything about this at all?” Adam looked puzzled. “That’s because Rita and I work in the same office which made us more intimate and I know every action she's about taking. Fun fact, I was the one who advised her to ask Finn to replace her boyfriend” Evelyn said. “Finn must be a paid actor” I stated. “Tell me everything, anything at all that
Rita’s POV Evelyn assisted me with the tasks, and swiftly, we were able to clear several pending orders. Then it was high time to submit the obtained data for the day as usual. Evelyn diligently arranged and piled up the files, she intended to go submit them to Finn but today, I wanted to go to him myself. For some unknown reasons, I was eager to see Finn, I wanted to spend some time with him; maybe I’ll stylishly resume by thanking him for all he has done for me in a way I wouldn’t feel awkward. After all, I enjoyed his company last night and I want to be around him again. Gosh! I love it when he stares right into my soul. Finn was on a phone call when I arrived at his office, his personal assistant wasn’t inside so he gestured me to place the files on the table which I did, but I sat down, waiting for him to end the call, so we could have a one on one conversation. Finn was smiling and grinning from ear to ear as if the caller could see him. He seemed to be very exicted to speak