Chapter 3 : Not again I was wrong . Very wrong . I swear I'm completely lost right here . The proposal was approved , and we are busy . The first week , we had meetings almost every day , where I'd see Ethan from a distance , and when he came up to me , I'd make up an excuse before he even spoke to me . He tried to contact me via email , to which I responded professionally , and when he mentioned started to suggest drinking , catching up , or more of that nonsense ... I just didn't respond . I know , I know , Not very pleasant on my part ... but what was I supposed to do ? And sometimes ... he just blurts out of nowhere ... like a stalker . * Priscilla ... I just wanted to know if you received my email ? " he asked . He looks particularly handsome today , goddammit . " Eh ... oh ... email ? What email ? " "I was asking you if you already visited that gallery downtown ... I think you would love it . It's quite interesting . I know you love art and design . And ... if you want ... " he started . I had completely forgotten to respond , but that I would do so soon . Just let me check my agenda " I said . A complete lie , I never answered . Moment I was afraid I He kept approaching me until he stopped after several attempts . He looked at me seriously , he intimidated me , and for a might jeopardize the project . I've had such a hard time getting my boss to appreciate me ! But I think he is professional and ethical enough to separate this strange interaction from our work . I really hope so . Yeah ... I'm just a childhood friend . Not even a close one . The truth is , I didn't give him any explanation , and maybe I was being immature by avoiding him and giving him the silent treatment . But you can understand , I was desperate . Seeing him all the time was just agony . To complicate the situation , I started to receive attacks from another front : Lily Fairfax . She was determined to include me in her wedding preparations , but for some strange reason , she wanted my advice on decorating the venue . I'm not an interior designer , but she insisted . As the interaction with Ethan became more tense , by the second week I was doing everything I could to shift the client - designer relationship from me to my partner Kate , which she was very happy about . And he ... was upset about my behavior , I can t tell . But , frankly , I don't know what he wanted to talk to me about , and I don't want to know . I was happy to stay in the warehouse to look at the materials and I began to put together a design with some designs , fabrics and decorations . This is my safe place. I was on the floor looking a some material , working on a draft when I heard the voice I least wanted to hear , " So this is where you hide Oh crap . I don't even want to turn around . He got me , it's just him and me . I have nowhere to run and no way to escape . I managed to write to Suzy to call me as soon as possible . And when I turn to see him , he looks more attractive than ever , if that is possible ! His coat hangs off his arm and the white shirt looks like it was sewn right onto his torso . What does he do with his skin to make it look so wonderful ? He is so elegant that it looks like a vision like he doesn't belong here . And I look like a homeless person . " What ? ... no , no , this is just the best place for ... design , " I tell him , trying to sound convincing . He looks at the furniture we have on display , the fabric samples , and the paintings , and smiles as if he likes the place . " You know ? I'm really glad you decided to become a designer , I think you've always liked it . You've always been very creative , you have so a good Do you like this story ? ADD TO LIBRARY Chapter 3 : Not again eye , " he says , looking at the wall and laughing a little . And I just can think that his voice is so attractive . " I remember so much about our childhood , how you used to collect shells to decorate things , and how you built tents with books in your room . Mom still has an amulet you made from shells and stones ... " he says again , smiling . I don't know what is running in his head . I just fake a smile , just like when I talk to my mom . I try to dissociate from this situation and start to move things around , in no particular order , just to keep myself busy . " Although I was quite surprised that you didn't go to university , " he says , and I look at him in surprise . Wow ... This is a low blow . " I saw it on your resume he explains and I feel embarrassed . I don't like to talk about this subject , it was a failure for me . It's still hurting a lot . " I don't understand why ... you're very smart , I'm sure any college would be happy to accept you . I was almost sure that you were the chief designer in this company " he says . He doesn't say this to me in an accusatory tone , but rather in curiosity . Still , I take it badly . Of course , he is a professional ... and I'm just an employee here , with nothing special , with no way to get much higher than to work more and more . " I ... I had a lot of problems at school . I got ill and couldn't attend all my classes , I couldn't get into any college " I confess , as if it's no big deal . He sighs and comes closer to me with a sad expression on his face . " I'm sorry to hear that . Are you okay now ? " " Umm ... yes " " But you know ... it's not too late , you can study ... anytime " Of course , sure ! With what money ? Besides , I have to work . I fake another smile and nod , mentally praying that he'll go away . " So ... have you been hiding ? Avoiding me ? " he says . " Of course not ... " " We've known each other for a long time ... I thought this would be a good opportunity to remember the good times " - Seriously ? Good times ? I hope he doesn't mean high school . " It's just that ... I'm very busy , " I answer coldly , and he sighs again . I feel lean close to me . he suggests , looking at me . " It's an important job , for sure . And Clark has a lot of faith in you . But you do have a life outside of work , don't you ? " Damn , his perfume is amazing . " What ... ? " " Lily's wedding is in a few months and she told me she asked you to be one of her bridesmaids , " he points out . Sure , as if seeing him at work wasn't enough ! I'd have to see him on the weekends , Oh , no ... I am not willing to accept that punishment . This wedding will be a torture . " I would love to ... but I told her she should include her closest friends . I'm sure she had plenty " " I suppose you don't know much about weddings , but ... the bridesmaids have to be single women and almost all of her friends are married . And of course she adores you " he adds .. Great , I'm the single , utterly alone friend , thanks for throwing it in my face . " Unless you are married , are you Princess ? ' he mumbles . I shake my head slowly , his eyes are mesmerizing , Damn , Suzy : When are you going to read my message ? Do you like this story ? + ADD TO LIBRARY Chapter 3 : Not again " And ... tell me ... do you have a boyfriend ? " he asks in a low voice . 6 Does he really have to point out that I don't attract anyone ? Too late , my friend , I already know that for sure . " No , I don't " I snap , and he has a strange look on his face , he looks satisfied . He truly hates me , that's the only explanation : " Okay ... I'll tell Lily that you are a single lady perfect to be a bridesmaid ... and that you don't need a plus one , " he says with a smile . Was that necessary ? Priscilla the fool , spinster and without a suitor . Wonderful , simply wonderful . He just stands there , centimeters away from me , looking around , and suddenly he shakes his head . " Prissy ... I don't know what happened , but ... well , it's all very strange , but ... " he begins to say nervously , his eyes looking so sweet and his expression suddenly captivating ... when I hear my phone ringing . Saved by the bell ! " Ehhh ... sorry I have to take this call , it is from a client . You know ... client is first " and pick up my cell phone . " Pri ? Are you okay , girl ? " and I start to improvise . " Oh God , yes , I'm connecting right now! " I say in a hurry . " I don't know what you're talking about , but ... ok , whatever I can do to help ! " Suzy replies . * Sorry , I have a very important call from a possible provider in ... in Japan and I have to take it . I'm so sorry " No , I'm not . I flee to a small desk in the corner and pretend to make a video call , even putting on my headphones . I watch him leave , crestfallen . Great , now my safe place has been discovered . I have to come up with a new strategy . What the hell is wrong with this man ? 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