Part 21

Hey everyone!

How are you all?

I know I am very bad for not updating frequently but you all are very sweet to still giving me a chance. Thank you 😊

******

******

"what is your problem?" James asked me in an irritated voice.

"My problem is that you will not dance with any other girl when I am around." I said in a stern voice.

"And why will I listen to you?"

Because...

Because...

"Because I don't want." I crossed my arms.

"Oh yes! I forgot you are my boss." He said mocking at me.

I narrowed my eyes towards him.

"You are my ASSISTANT Miss Miller, don't forget this. You don't have the right to order me. And never ever try to control my life." He hissed angrily.

"Then you should do the same Mr. Ashton. Stop controlling my life. You are my boss and I will only hear your professional problems and orders. And if you want me to stay away from other guys which is definitely a personal choice then you will have to stay away from other girls." I said smoothly.

He gave me an irritating look.

"I will do whatever I want. Don't you dare to invade my personal life." He said and walked away.

Fine! Then don't you dare to invade my personal life Mr. James Ashton.

I almost drank a litre of water in half an hour.

Yes I am not alcoholic that I would drink a few sip to cool my mind.

But.. should I try it tonight?

Why not I do some crazy things tonight?

No..

I don't want to lose my self control and even I don't want anyone to take advantage of me.

I like to be a sincere and mature woman.

But this doesn't mean I can't enjoy the party. Right?

******

I was dancing with the birthday boy when Robert interfered.

"May I dance with the most beautiful girl here."

I rolled my eyes at that.

"Its a very old line." I said.

"Whatever." He extented his hand and I accepted it.

"May I ask you something?" He said looking at me while dancing.

"Yes?"

"Why are you still single? Ugh! I mean that it's not bad that you are single but you are a beautiful girl...  You might have got proposals.."

"At first I busied myself in studies. I never gave attention to the boys or...maybe vice versa. And then after my studies I dedicated my life in finding better jobs. I never got time for all these things." I shrugged.

"All right. So you were a bright student."

"Yes. Always got A plus." I smiled proudly.

"Nice." He said and kissed my hand.

I felt a little awkward but then I saw James coming towards us.

I smiled at Robert brightly.

"Why don't you tell me about your girlfriends?"

I saw he was not alone but she was holding his hand.

"I had a lot of girlfriends." He whispered in my ears amusingly.

"Oh really?"

I saw them went behind me for dance I assumed.

"Yes. But that was all for fun. It was only a time pass."

"Playing with someone's is a time pass. Great thought."

"No.. I never hurt them, they were the one who came to me."

"But were they the one who wanted to breakup?"

"No.. but I didn't want to be in a relationship. It was all for fun. I was in high school you know."

"Whatever. But you shouldn't have done this. You could have said 'no' to the girls if you were not willing to make it a true relationship."

"Okay fine. Stop it."

I raised my eyebrows at his sudden change of behaviour.

"Sorry. But a true relationship? Have you ever been in a true relationship? There is nothing like that in real life. Everyone comes in ones life only to take advantage of them. I wanted a relationship but you know she left me, she left me just because she didn't believe me. And she got married only after a year and even invited me for the party. Do you have any idea how it felt? It's better to be alone and have fun than being in a relationship with no trust." He said while looking into my eyes.

"Okay fine. Now stop it." I said in fake anger.

He looked at me in a puzzled way.

"Actually I am not used to see you like this. You look old when you are serious." I said smirking.

"I am not."

"See some wrinkles are visible over here." I said while pointing his eyes.

"No it's not." He narrowed his eyes.

I touched the side of his eyes.

"Wait I will show you. Let me take a photo of you." I started pulling out my mobile phone.

"Stop it Liza. Are you crazy?" He said looking here and there.

I took out the phone.

"See your face. I was kidding." I laughed. "Why not take a selfie of us?"

"Sure." He took the phone and I went to his side.

******

It was the tenth photo which had deleted.

"Now. It's final." I said to Robert and he clicked.

"Damn. My cheeks are looking too chubby. Delete it." I said.

"You said it was the final time." Robert said sternly.

"One more please. Last time. And you were the one who deleted the first six photos."

"Fine. Shut up now."

Click.

"Umm.. should we delete it?" Robert asked while looking at the screen.

"I think you should." I was too looking at the screen.

"Excuse me." It was Mason.

"Hey. What's up?" Robert asked him.

"Sir told me to take you home." He said looking at me.

Why? Will not he come with us?

"Where is he?" I asked Mason.

"He has gone to escort Miss #&+#-( to her house." He informed.

Oh!

"I will escort her, you can go home now." Robert said to Mason.

"But.." I started but Robert silent me.

*****

"Why are you still living there? I mean we kept you there in urgency but now we have a few vacant apartments around this city. You can live in anyone of them." Robert suggested while driving.

Thanks for your concern but your good friend is too stubborn to let me move out.

"I think.. you are right." I said fidgeting with my fingers.

"Or is he not letting you go." He said casually.

I looked at his direction in horror.

Does he know?

"What do you mean?" I asked with my heart beating furiously.

"I mean... is he forcing you to live there? And if you are living there without your will then I might help you to get out from there." He suggested.

Am I?

Yes

He is right.

I don't want to stay there anymore.

The car stopped at the entrance.

"Should I escort you to your floor?" He asked.

"No. Thanks for the drive." I smiled.

I saw Mason talking with someone on phone.

"Hey! You are already here." I said to him.

"Yes. I think Mr. Ashton do not need me anymore."

"What do you mean?"

"He went with Christina alone and now he informed me that he will be late." He said and put the phone inside.

Oh..

"You should go to sleep now." I suggested and took the elevator.

He is with Christina...

"I opened my door and entered."

Why is he with her?

At this late night...

I changed into my pyjamas and tried to sleep.

My mind was still busy in thinking about him.

Robert was right. I should leave this place now.

I am not living here with my own will.

It was two in the morning and I was unable to sleep.

He can't force me when he can't listen to me.

If he could do whatever he wants, then I will do the same.

I told him to stay away from girls but here he is spending a night with her...

I heard footsteps coming to my door.

I sat on my bed and watched the lock of my door being opened by him.

"You are still awake." He announced and entered.

"Your parents must have taught you discipline to not to enter any lady's room without permission." I said bluntly.

"It's my house." He said and sat on a nearby stool.

"Yes you are right. And I don't want to live in your house anymore. I am moving out tomorrow."

He narrowed his eyes towards me.

"Go to sleep." He said and stood up.

"It's my choice if I want to sleep or not. You are no one to tell me."

"Is there any matter?" He asked rubbing his chin.

You *****

Just go away.

"Go away. Now." I said dangerously.

But to my surprise he returned to my bed.

"Tell me. What's the matter?" He asked seriously.

"I don't want to stay here anymore."

"Then you are in problem Miss Miller because I am not letting you to leave." He said simply.

"James you can't. I am feeling suffocated here. I want to live independently. And I am not asking you, I am informing you that I am leaving tomorrow, I mean today."

He gave me a look.

"Sleep." He said.

That was it. That was the answer. And I knew it meant that our conversation ended and I am not leaving.

He will not let me...

I could see the anger in his eyes. His fisting is another sign of telling me that I should stop talking anymore.

Tears started to fill in my eyes.

Why are you so weak?

Why can't you just move out?

Because...

I care for him...

I know he will hurt himself...

Damn...this feeling...

I love him... Yes... I love this man...

God! Why?

He started walking towards me. I turned my face away from him.

"Liza, stop fighting with your self. You are safe with me. And you should accept it that you are mine and you will live here." He whispered in my ears.

"I don't want." I closed my eyes tightly and said while gritting my teeth.

He held my face and kissed me furiously. My head felt the pillow and he hovered over me.

"I know you came here with Robert. And he is the one who filled your brain against me." He said angrily and sucked at my neck.

"No. It's my choice. I want to leave." I said while trying to not to feel his kiss.

He looked at me.

"I want you. Now."

Colour drained from my face.

I was not expecting this.

I was totally shocked by his statement.

He pulled away the duvet from above me.

"Ja.. James.." my voice started crackling.

He removed his coat.

"James... I am not ready.."

I want this...but..

No I don't want this...

No..this is not right...

I saw him removing his shirt.

I gulped by looking at his masculine figure.

He kissed me again and hovered me.

"James...please.."

"You have promised me Liza. Don't forget."

I wanted this too...

It's been a year since I wanted this...

But he stopped.

He f***** stopped.

He stood up and looked at me.

"Do you want this?" He dared to ask me.

"No."

Yes. I want this. But why did you stop?

"Goodnight." He said and went out.

Damn you James!

I throw the pillow at the closed door.

He can't just made me feel like this and then shattered every feeling.

I hate you.

******

******

I hope you liked it 😊