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CHAPTER 53: JUST SMILE AND BE NICE
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The Austin Arrangement CHAPTER 54: THE EDIBLE
VANESSA I was among thirty or forty other guests at the party, not all of which are staying at the mansion for the weekend. Just a small few are staying, the inner circle of the bridal party mainly.There was music playing and an array of different drinks were set out for whoever wanted a refill. The smell of cigar smoke filled the air in the living room. The men were smoking the cigars and some of the women were too, it's not really my thing. Some activities were going on like card games, there was a room set up with all different types of casino games like blackjack for example. I've never actually been to a casino before but the mini one that was set up in the dining area was very inviting. Waiters were circling with food on silver trays for whoever was hungry, which nobody was. Once there's drink involved, no one really bothers with the food. I smiled as I took two cocktails from a passing waiter's tray."Thank you."I handed one to Alex. "Thank you, Lovely."He drank from his w
The Austin Arrangement CHAPTER 55: THE TEMPTATION
JEREMYI watched her dance in front of me while holding a cocktail glass in her hand. Vanessa was swaying her hips from side to side like only she knew how. Only she knew how to tease me like this and I couldn't tare my eyes away. Being high didn't exactly help."You shouldn't be drinking.."I said as I saw her take another sip from her straw. I don't know how many she's had... I don't even know what time it is. "I'm having fun, Jeremy. Let me have fun."She smirked mischievously and continued dancing. "Whatever! It's not like we're married anymore, Right."During our months of marriage, I made it clear to her that I didn't like her intoxicated. There's nothing I can do about that now. She has her own life and she does what she wants. "You can't boss me around anymore."She swayed towards me and sat down on the two-seater rattan sofa beside me."I feel so fun right now. It's been a long time since I've let loose like this."I chuckled."Yeah, I think that's the edible."I felt exactly lik
The Austin Arrangement CHAPTER 56: THE SCAVENGER HUNT
VANESSA "I knew something was going on when I saw you leaving his room this morning. You were wearing your dress from last night, like duh!"Natasha squealed."Was the sex hot? It's Jeremy... I bet it was fucking epic."I chuckled."I can't even remember it, I was too high on those edible jellies I stole from Alex's pocket. That sure thought me not to steal again.""That's a shame, you've been apart for so long. It could've been really intense long-awaited make-up sex. He certainly has a smile on his face today, just look at him."She brought my attention in Jeremy's direction. He looked at me and winked and Natasha giggled like a school girl. This was funny to her but to me not so much. I was feeling confused. I was also feeling angry with myself for being that kind of woman who lies and cheats.I don't want to hurt someone — especially not someone that doesn't deserve it. Colin has been there for me so much, he's been so patient with me. I like him — but after last night my mind is co
The Austin Arrangement CHAPTER 57: A CHOICE TO MAKE
VANESSAI pulled my bottom lip between my teeth as he sneakily placed his hand on my thigh under the dinner table. The sudden contact gave me a tingle and I was feeling a little ticklish at the sudden sensation of his fingers touching my skin.As his hand curved around my thigh, I crossed one of my legs over the other to deny him entry. Whatever he was planning to do at a dinner table full of our close friends, he can forget about it.I looked at him and shook my head unable to keep the smile from my face. He smirked finding it amusing. He was playing with me knowing that I would find it uncomfortable. Especially since what we've done is still somewhat a secret and I'm supposed to be in a relationship. My father used to tell me to not worry about what other people think.. to be myself and be proud of the choices I make because they define who we are. Sometimes it's easy to follow his advice and sometimes it's not. Right now it's not! I worry about being judged for being a cheater..
The Austin Arrangement CHAPTER 58: I’M A LIAR AND A CHEAT
VANESSAMy heart was beating at a fast pace as I ran beside him. The afternoon sun was shining down and there was a slight breeze against us both, which was better when one was working up a sweat. When he suggested coming this morning I was a little apprehensive, but I figured I could use this opportunity to talk to him about important things. Conor isn't a runner! Like not at all! I was even going a little slower so he wouldn't be embarrassed. He's not the type of guy that likes to work out in his spare time, instead, he likes to play video games, read a book or write. That's not a bad thing at all. We just like different things and that's okay. Suddenly he stopped and I stopped too. Colin was head down between his legs gasping for breath just like I figured he would be."I can't — it's too much. You're like a machine."I chuckled."It's just because I'm used to it. Are you okay?""I will be... I need a minute."He stood up straight bracing his hands on his hips. Beads of sweat were
The Austin Arrangement CHAPTER 59: THE DEBT
VANESSAI slipped my T-shirt on to cover up my sports bra before answering the door to my brother. It's been a couple of months since I've seen Finley and it wasn't like him to drop by unannounced so I was already suspicious about why he's here."Finally! I was beginning to think you weren't going to answer the door."My brother smirked. "How is my sister?""Fin..."I embraced him in a hug while noticing the backpack on his back."I'm good, How are you?""Good I guess, I have no complaints."He pulled back from the hug and looked at me."You look sweaty... Are you just back from the studio?""No, I'm just back from a run in the park. What are you doing here?"I asked as I closed my front door behind him and we walked down my hallway into my open concept living space. "It's been a while so I wanted to check-in and see how you were doing. It's okay if I stay the night, Right?""Sure, Of course. I can set up the spare room for you."I know my brother... he's hiding something. He drops by unann
The Austin Arrangement CHAPTER 60: AFTER THE CRASH
VANESSAThe call I received reminded me greatly of the one I received the night of my parent's accident. It was as though I was reliving it again... only not with them, but with someone else in my life that I cared for. I had that anxious feeling inside — a feeling that won't leave me until I see him with my own eyes. I know he's okay, well he's alive. I was told by the nurse when she called me to let me know that he was there. Car accident... that's all I know. Jeremy was on his way to me the last time I talked to him and so I waited up for him for over an hour, but of course, he never arrived for obvious reasons.I was escorted by a nurse to his private hospital room after waiting in the crowded waiting area for what felt like forever. I hated hospitals, even though I spent a lot of time here visiting my father. I walked into his room and saw him. I felt relieved, finally seeing him for myself."Jeremy.."I walked towards his bed and he sat up straighter to greet me."Are you okay?
The Austin Arrangement CHAPTER 61: STICKY SITUATION
JEREMYI hung the phone up and threw it down on the mattress in frustration. Usually, a call from my mechanic wouldn't anger me as much, I only go to the best and money is no issue if something needs fixing. But this call was different from the others... I was expecting him to give me a logical reason as to why the brakes of my car failed the other night, I wanted him to tell me that there was a fault and he fixed the problem. But the problem isn't the car... The problem is the person that has it in for me.Someone tampered with my brakes. There were small cuts made on the brake line is what Fred told me. When I pressed on the brake as I pulled away from the nightclub it felt spongee to me, but I ignored it. I shouldn't have!Someone was trying to kill me! But who -- Who wants me out of the way?I placed my hand on my ribs in pain as I moved toward the edge of the bed, placing my feet on the ground. Vanessa would be at the restaurant by now.... with him and his mother. Playing happy
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