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“Fuck, Lennox. That was hot as hell.” He was still panting.
“Thank you. You didn’t do too bad yourself.” I smiled feeling my cheeks heat up.
After our breathing calmed down, we talked for a few more minutes before calling it a night and hanging up.
I wokeup the next morning and made my way into the living room. Alissa, Dane, and Ray were already busy packing.
“Hey, sleepyhead. Dane grabbed us some coffee and danishes if you want something.”
“That sounds amazing. Thank you, Dane.” I moved through the living room and took a long drink of coffee. “So how much more do we have to do around here?”
Alissa stopped packing and pulled her long blonde hair into a messy bun. “Not too much more. Dane and I got the bedroom finished up last night. You had most of the kitchen done already, so once we finish that we will just have a few things in the bathroom and spare bedroom. All the furniture and appliances stay.”
“Let’s get to work then,” I said jumping from the barstool and moving around to help pack up the kitchen.”
The kitchen was packed by one and we all decided to take a lunch break.
We walked into the busy restaurant and were seated right away. I could feel everyone’s eyes on me. I was lucky that we went to a fancier restaurant, otherwise I would’ve been overrun with people wanting pictures and autographs. I had a feeling that paparazzi would be lining the sidewalks when I left, but pushed the thoughts away and decided to distract myself. “So what do you think, Dane?”
He looked up from his menu. “Think about what?”
“The city. I know you haven’t been far from home, anything you want to do while we’re here?”
I saw Alissa’s eyes double in size “Yeah, leave.” Dane’s voice wasn’t pleasant. He forced his eyes back to his menu.
“Okay.” I rolled my eyes before glancing back at my own menu.
We all finished our meal. Dane seemed a little better since he got food in him, but I could tell that something was still off with him. He had been an asshole since our plane landed.
“I’m going to use the restroom before we go,” I excused myself from the table.
Ray stood. “Should I follow you?” His brows were pulled together like he wasn’t sure.
I turned around, unsure myself. “I think I will be fine. It’s just right there.” I pointed across the room to the restroom.
He nodded before taking his seat.
I used the restroom and washed my hands while looking at my reflection in the mirror. I felt the hair on my neck stand up and I didn’t know why. I turned to look around the room, but I was alone.
I turned off the water quickly and dried my hands. I still felt like I was being watched and that made me want to hurry back to the table. Tossing the paper towel into the trash, I headed toward the door. That’s when my eyes landed on him.
I felt my heart jump to my throat while my breath was sucked out of me. “What are you doing here?” I started backing away.
Chris was standing in front of the door with his hands held up, like he was surrendering. “I’m not here to start trouble. I just want to talk to you. Okay? Can we please talk?” His blonde hair was longer than normal; it was oily and falling in his bloodshot eyes.
He was thinner than the last time I saw him, a result of his constant drinking no doubt.
“I think you should go.” My voice was shaking, despite how much effort I put into making it sound brave.
“I will, after we talk. I promise.” He took a step toward me, I countered and took another step back.
“Fine! Talk, just don’t come any closer.” I kept my eyes on him, wanting to watch for any quick movements.
He seemed taken back, like he didn’t think I would listen. He stood up straighter before adjusting his black jacket. “I’m so sorry, Lennox. I never should have laid a finger on you, I know that now.” He took another step and so did I.
I kept my eyes locked on him in fear of him rushing toward me.
“I’ve been getting help. I’ve been going to anger management classes and I’ve joined AA. I haven’t had a drink in a month.” His lips started to turn up but he stopped them. I knew that look. He was lying. He never could lie very well, he always gave it away with a smile.
