Chapter 7 7. We can't get caught

Jayla

"What is happening?" I asked Richard who was rushing to put on his trousers. My chest hammered against my ribs like a trapped bird. My phone slipped from my damn grip. Megan's heels clicked closer, with each clicks drawing nearer my shaky fingers lifted my phone from the floor.

My palms were getting sweaty. We could have been caught. I was already seated when Megan walked in, I flashed a hard smile when she entered.

"Jayla my love, how are you?" She entered just right in time. Her smile wide and inviting that I reached for a hug.

"I hope you don't miss Fabian. He was so sorry while leaving. That reminds me now, I've been wanting to discuss this with you. How about you open a new branch in London."

"A new what." I thought my ears heard the wrong words.

"Yes Jayla, don't you think so?"

A chuckle left my mouth. Megan has always been supportive sometimes not always and only where needed and I couldn't have asked for a better mother inlaw but this was not feasible and won't be considered.

"That will be way past our budget."

"With the ongoing project at the office, this won't be possible." she must have forgotten of the office projects which was taking most of my money.

"I can't handle a new office in a different country."

"You should discuss it with Fabian when he gets back."

"It seems like I'm just a ghost here." Richard said jokingly behind us.

"I came for my lipstick, I will go get it." she rubbed my hands against hers while she walked past me to the room.

I avoided eye contact with Richard and left to my house. There was no need waiting for her to come out.

The ongoing decision for a new collaboration was in process and due for two days time. The office bustled with activities trying to meet up targets. The bulk orders for materials were arriving today and an interview for a new employee was scheduled to hold. At noon Naomi brought to my attention the conference room was set for session.

After a brief summary of her past jobs I was finally convinced.

"Congratulations you're hired Pamela." I said to the newest addition to my company.

Tony drove me to Drinks and Eats. I was meeting Naya whom I haven't seen since the wedding. I wanted to tell her what has been eating me up lately. I couldn't bring it to myself to tell my parents. They have always been against the sudden rush in the marriage.

Few minutes after I arrived, Naya joined me. We ordered our meal and munched on the snacks after eating.

"You mean Richard was the man you slept with that night." Her fork froze mid air amidst the news.

"You slept with Richard Garrison. Jayla for christ sake this isn't just a scandal but a big bomb."

Naya kept asking for the uncountable times. She kept opening and closing her mouths in an unbelievable manner.

"And you still got married to his son. Why didn't you tell me. You hid this from me. Girl you're crazy."

"What." her statement made me choke on my drinks.

"Fabian doesn't touch me except the cameras are showing. It's not fair." my voice nearly fainting off.

"Richard's dick has left me wanting to do it again. I can't help it." I said with a pout on my face. It was a way of avoiding the tears from gathering up.

Staying in a loveless marriage, sex starved and yearning hungrily for his dad was enough burden for me.

I thought I had the tears under control until it started to drop. Such a cry baby.

"Here." Naya offered me a tissue. She didn't interrupt me but allowed me to have some moment. Her hands kept patting my back which made me feel a bit better.

After a series of catch up with Naya we finally said our goodbyes. I was going to miss her, she was traveling out of the state away from me for now.

At home I found Richard waiting at the door. His both hands were placed inside his trousers. I came down and met his wide smile, his arms now out opened to welcome me to a hug. His cologne hit my nostrils, they smelled rich and posh for the evening.

"Why are you standing outside."

"Just here to make sure we are on the same page."

"Richard, are you scared of Megan or Fabian?"

"Is there something you're not telling me? Say it now"

"Nothing for now." He responded. I would get sick of him coming to make sure I was not going to spill. I'm a grown up adult with needs, why would he think of such.

Megan is a fierce woman who likes to control the house. It was evident that she runs most of the business while Richard pulls the strings.

"Right. Fingers crossed."

I assured him.

"There's something I want to ask you." He stopped me before I opened the door.

"Okay."

I waited for him to say something but he kept quiet. It was as if he was processing if he should go further or stop. He opened his mouth and closed it immediately. Richard was a man of little words and more of eye contact. He has always acted very reserved and composed. His father and son moments were always confused as brothers.

My eyes dashed to my phone screen.

"Do you want to come in." I asked.

"I will have a few glass of wine."

I paved the way for him. Katie was not home yet, it was so unusual for her today. I dropped my bag and proceeded to pour him a glass of wine.

The silence filled the room. Only the sound of the glass touching the table was heard. I took a glance at him and caught him staring at me.

He closed the gap between us. His hands moved to touch the strands of my hair.

"What are you doing." I arched my eyebrows at him.

"Look at me Jayla. We both want this so bad."

His eyes met mine and I hoped he saw the mix of fear and resistance in mine.

"Tell me to stop."

His words sent sparks of electricity down my spine.

Without wasting more time I grabbed his face and crashed my lips into his.

He broke out from the kiss and dropped kisses on my shoulders as I slowly fluttered my eyes open. His hot breath on my skin sent shivers of desires down my legs.

He tucked my hair behind my ears with a smile. His hands moved to my breast and gave it a gentle rub. My body betrayed me at every of his touch.

"You're very beautiful."

"I know."

"Please fuck me Richard. Make me forget Fabian ever married me." I pleaded in between the stares.

"No." Richard hands stilled immediately.

Did he just say no?