Alex's P. O. V "A-alex!?" She stuttered, her eyes widening. I couldn't help but break into a grin. " Hello Sylvia." I replied, my voice deceptively calm. She fumbled for words, her eyes not leaving mine. I didn't want it to. For six years I had imagined how she would look like when I finally saw her again and what's in front of me, beats every of my imagination. She's amazing. Forcing myself to remember why I was here in the first place, I continued. " I take it you're the owner of this place?" I asked and that seemed to snap her out of her trance. She ran a hand through her hair, a blush staining her cheeks. " Uhm.. Yes. I-i am the owner of this place." She rambled, turning her gaze on me. " Actually I just arrived and on my way to meet my family. I promised my sister I'd get her something and this looks like the perfect gift. Could you maybe, show me some collections and help me out with the perfect sweaters for a teenage girl? " " O-of course... Exc

(The next day) Sylvia's P. O. V I was getting ready for work when Olivia called. Picking up at first ring, I put it in my ears and listened to her ramble. " Hey, girl! How are you?" She called out and I chuckled, running a hand through my hair. " I'm good. How are you? " I asked in return. " I'm great. Well, not so great. Jeremy won't let me breathe here." She mumbled and I laughed out loud. Jeremy is her son. She got married to Tyler and they have a kid together. Although their marriage is quite early, you can tell that this duo is happy together. " Awwn... I'm sorry to hear that. But Tyler is helping you out right?" " Ugh... He's just as exhausted as I am. But we both love it and we wouldn't have it any other way." " I'm glad to hear that." " So... Tell me about you. What has been going on with you?" " Well... I began, twirling my hair. Alex is back, I announced." " What!? No way!!" " Yes, way! He came yesterday and God I was excited to see hi

Sylvia's P. O. V " May I sit?" I asked as he stared at me. " Of course..." He muttered, standing up so he could usher me in. I nodded my thanks and sat, he went to his, still staring at me. " You... Look beautiful." He said after a while. " Thanks, you're not so bad yourself," I replied. Looking around, I continued talking. " Love this restaurant. Beautiful design." " Thanks. It was the best I could find. " He answered and I glanced at him smiling. " So, shall we?" I asked. " Of course. Waiter, please... " He called out and moments later, an attendant came to our table. " A bottle of your best wine please..." " Okay, sir. " He replied and walked away. The wine was brought in and Alex opened it, pouring a little into both our glasses. " Let's have a toast.." he began, raising his glass. " To what? " " To happiness." " To happiness," I repeated, taking a sip. Placing the wine back on the table, glancing at

Sylvia's P. O. V Wrapping my hands around his neck, I let Alex kiss me. It was slow but sensual and I kept wanting more. We pulled apart only to catch our breaths before he descended on me again, harder and more demanding. " Alex..." I moaned as he grabbed my butt. He left my lips to kiss the rapid pulse of my neck and I arched my back in pleasure. I desperately wanted more. " Wrap your legs around me." He ordered and I immediately obeyed. I could feel his member against me and be surprised at how much I wanted that to be in me. I don't know how he did it but we were soon leaving the kitchen to his bedroom, all the while kissing and touching. Pushing the room door open, he carried me in and gently on the bed, stopping so he could remove my clothes. I wanted to remove his but hesitated. The look on his face told me I could. I began unbuttoning his shirt and he groaned at my slowness. I bit my lips to keep myself from chuckling. Left with only his boxers, he resumed

Sylvia's P. O. V " What did you say?" I asked, but it came as a whisper. He tensed, rubbing his neck. "I-i'm really sorry Sylvia but I have to do this." He muttered, his eyes pleading. I desperately tried to understand why he was doing it but nothing came. " Why? What for? " I asked but was met with silence." Answer me!" When no words came out of his mouth, I turned to Tasha. " Does this have anything to do with you? Are you behind this?!" " Oh come on... " She drawled, rolling her eyes. " You heard the guy. He wants to break up with you. Just leave already. " She muttered with disdain. " Alex..." I called again, my voice breaking and my eyes brimming with tears. " I'm sorry. I'm very sorry..." He whispered. Tears slipped out my eyes but I quickly cleaned it off. I can't cry here. Shuddering, I took in a deep breath, running out of the apartment, followed by Alex's calls that I paid no heed to. I should've known....