Chapter 16 : The rain As I rise to start the day , I keep thinking about last night's moment with Ethan . I feel like it was all a dream . It wasn't something snatched up at the moment like the other kisses ... this was different . Ethan was different . If my body spoke for me , it would tell me that it all felt very real : the way he took me to dance , how he held my hand in his big hands and caressed my fingers , how he lowered his head to look directly at me as I felt my breath hitch . While I wondered if , by some chance , he could hear how my heart sounded like it was trembling and that I felt like it was coming out , I think even the other people in the restaurant could hear it . So many things were happening at once , and I was just focusing on how his hand traveled down my back in small circles until it almost reached ) my neck . Unfortunately , I have to accept that I like him again in my life . It's not logical ; it goes against what my head says is right , but it is what it is . Seattle has been a city that left me with good memories for a few days , but now I have to return home , work , and look forward to what the future brings . Which apparently is a huge amount of water . From the windows of the taxi , I can see the drops hitting continuously without ceasing ; on the contrary , the tinkling of the incessant / rain gradually increases . I guess it's normal because no one seems to flinch . We all arrive at the airport , it's crowded , and there seem to be some delays . We are at an airline counter waiting to have our tickets checked , and many people are in the same situation . I just sit on one of the nearby seats with my suitcase to the side . " Apparently , we have a problem ; there was an overbooking of flights , and not all of us are going to be able to travel now . Only two people can go now , and two later in the evening flight , " says Clark suddenly , followed by Ethan and Kate . Of course , she couldn't stay calm . " How is it ? It's impossible ! I have so many things to do ! This must have to be a joke ? I have important work to do ! " she says with a smug tone , as if she is going to work on the project , making it seem like she is the one doing everything . Clark sighs and puts his hand to his face . " Well , my first idea was to go with Ethan , and then Kate and Priscilla would go later , so I could get the job done with the suppliers , Ethan could . finalize the details of the contract and send it to his boss as soon as possible . " Oh god , no , don't leave me with her . No , no , no , no , no . I imagine her bossing me around and treating me like a cockroach all day . If she treats me badly in front of everyone , how will she be when we are alone ? Kate looks at me as if she thought the same thing : " what a nightmare to stay with Priscilla . " At least it's mutual . " But if Kate is so busy ... I dan stay with Priscilla and Kate , you can go with Ethan , " says Clark , and this perspective certainly pleases her more . She looks at Ethan and gives him a cheeky smile . Of course , having dinner with him , working together , she could accomplish her advances . Ethan says absolutely nothing . hints if he likes this perspective better or not . I mean , Kate is an attractive woman , although I suppose he must be tired of pretty women chasing him around and throwing themselves at his feet . " I have no problem staying a little longer . I can continue working from here , " I say . Okay , I prefer my boss over Kate ; maybe that way I can improve the image I have with him . Finally , there will be a few more hours in which I will continue glued to my computer trying to advance something . " I can stay too ... so you can get ahead , Clark . And Kate can work on the first drafts , since she has so many things to do , " says Ethan suddenly , leaving us all looking at him . Sorry , what ? " Oh Ethan ... it's really not necessary , " says my boss , completely embarrassed , while Kate can't believe it . Me alone with him . It looks like a joke of fate . " It's really not a problem , " Ethan says kindly . Obviously now , he is the best man in the world . The Savior . Well , maybe it's not that bad ; finally , it's not that it's a long time , just a few hours Then take the flight with him , it's not a big deal . After all , we are friends , right ? Surely , we'll talk only about work . So that is . A very spoiled and reluctantly Kate left with Clark , leaving me alone with Ethan . We sat in an airport cate , each one with his own 173 Chapter 16. The rain computer , working and typing without many words . There were hours left for our flight , however , the sky seemed to be falling outside . It was raining so much that you couldn't see what was happening outside through the window . Of course , after an hour , we were told that no plane was going to fly under these circumstances until tomorrow . Until tomorrow ... he and I are in another city , alone . What were we going to do ? I had a feeling of uncertainty ; I didn't know what was going to happen to me for the rest of the day . I imagined being at home tonight , sleeping in my bed, but obviously that wasn't going to happen . Ethan was organizing everything while I stood there in the middle of the hustle and bustle , stunned . I told Suzy that I wasn't going to arrive and mentally prepared my schedule and how I was going to reorganize it . Now I was in the position that Kate really wanted . Only that ... I was not very happy with this . Finally , the airline told us that they were going to pay us for a hotel ; there were some options in the area . We decided to go right now before the situation got worse . But as soon as I got out , I realized that this was going to be a challenge . There was torrential rain , and the wind was furious ; it didn't take long for me to get completely soaked ; my coat wasn't waterproof , my shoes , everything while we were walking to take a taxi .. Several people were in the same situation , since many passengers had their flights delayed or canceled for the horrendous weather . We managed to get a taxi that took us to the closest hotel . Ethan looked at me worried and tried to solve everything that was happening , he was in charge of asking about the hotel and looking for the taxi . When we arrived at the hotel , my suitcase fell completely into a puddle ; I took it out as best I could , but it was obvious that it was completely soaked , and I was afraid that its contents were already completely wet . I only thought that I would have to take out my clothes and see how I dried them in the room . This is a disaster . Ethan tried to cover me with his coat , but to no avail . I was already shivering as I entered the hotel. And oh boy ... It was crowded ! Obviously , there were already many people who , like us , did not have reservations but thought they would have a warm bed , a bath , and some food to spend the night in this deluge . For a long time , we waited : Ethan didn't say much to me , just little words of encouragement as the drops of water also fell from his hair onto his face . When we finally got to the counter , but something else was waiting for us . Of course . " I'm sorry , we don't have more single rooms available , " said the very serious and busy lady . " What ... ? " I said , astonished . " As I said , unfortunately , there are so many passengers affected by the rain , and they occupied all the individual rooms , " she said casually . " Bu ... but ... " I was still in shock . " What rooms are available ? " Ethan asked as if nothing had happened , trying to find a solution , since I couldn't even articulate a word . I was completely soaked from head to toe , with my suitcase in the same state , so I wouldn't even have clothes to wear . And this lady told me that there were no more rooms . What were we going to do ? " We have a double room left , with one bed , " she said as if it were a most normal procedure . One bed ? I looked at Ethan in terror , my mouth trembling . " And with two beds ... or ... or ... a triple room ? " I only managed to ask . " No , and no extra beds either . It's literally what's left . Do you take it or leave it ? I need your quick response beforehand to notify the rest of the people that we are at full capacity and that they have to try on another hotel , " she said seriously , as if it were not her problem . Sure , she couldn't see that she was sending me into the same room with the only man I shouldn't be with . I don't know if I want to , but I definitely shouldn't . It's a tragedy ! Before he answers , I grab his arm . " Ethan, no ... we should look for another hotel , " I told him , panicking . 2/3 P Chapter 16 : The rain He looked at me in amazement . Does he not understand ? It's okay that we're better now , but for no reason were we going to sleep in the same room . Certainly not in the same bed . Oh good god ... no . " Prissy , haven't you noticed ? There's a deluge outside ! You heard the lady , there are no more rooms , and there are still people waiting here ... do you really think that other hotels are in better condition ? They must be the same or worse . We could lose this room , " he told me exalted , obstinate , as if I did not clearly see that this was our best opportunity . I understood it , I really was , but no , no , no I couldn't . " I can't Ethan ... I don't .... If you want , you can stay , but I'm going to go look for something else , " I tell him , leaving . He grabbed my arm before 1 could take a step forward . " Priscilla , you're wet , about to get sick ... is all this because of me ? Really ? I stayed here just to take care of you , " he tells me with a hurt expression . Did he stay to take care of me ? I don't need to be taken care of ! " We want the room " he turns to the receptionist and accepts the room , we give our documents and that's it . I have to spend a whole night with Ethan in the same room , the same bed . Sweet god . Discover our latest featured short drama reel. Watch now and enjoy the story!