Taming the Devil (EDITED AND REVISED)

Chapter-36

So many thoughts invaded my mind. My conscience literally haunted me.I sighed and finally decided to call him.

I picked up my phone and dialled his number before i changed my mind.

The line started ringing.

I was nervous. My whole body tingled, palms sweaty and i suddenly felt a bit hot.

"Hello? Scarlett?!" A deep, sexy voice came.

His voice brought tears to my eyes. How much i missed him?! How much i missed his deep, sexy and sensual voice.

My breath hitched and words got caught in my throat. I opened my mouth so talk but nothing came out. I gulped hard.

"Scarlett my Rose are you okay? Why are you not replying? Please say something."

I cleared my throat and finally found my voice. "Umm yeah I'm okay i guess."suddenly my voice cracked. A sob left my mouth.

"Sweetie why are you crying? Is everything okay?! Please say something." He pleaded.

"I-I'm okay. I wanted to talk with you about our argument."i finally said.

He was silent for few moments."before you speak know that whatever you decide is fine by me. I won't force you because i already hurt you enough. But i really hope that you give me a chance." He spoke slowly.

"It's difficult Michael. My insecurities won't allow me to jump on relationships."

"I understand. I will stop bothering you then. I love you sweetheart. I'm always here if you need me." He said in dejected tone.

"I'm not done talking Michael." I rolled my eyes.

"Wh-what?"

"Let's start with being friends first. Get to know each other. We will take baby steps. All these arguments are pointless." I said.

"As you wish my Rose. If that's what you want. Thank you so much. I promise i won't disappoint you and try to make up everything that i did to hurt you. I'm sorry." He said last part slowly.

"It's okay. It's in the past. Let's focus on present. Friends then? What do you say?" I smiled and played with my hair.

"Friends."he repeated. His voice was slightly cheery.

"So when are you coming back here?"

"I don't know. Aunt Stella's birthday is in next month. I will be there in three weeks i guess."

"Good. I miss you."

I smiled. "Baby steps remember??"

"What? Cannot friends miss each other?" He added playfully.

"Whatever." I rolled my eyes smiling.

We talked some more. Soon it was near midnight. We both were sleepy so decided to call it a night.

I snuggled in my bed. I slept like a baby with biggest smile on my face. After a very long time i had a peaceful sleep without nightmares.

Next three weeks passed fast. My relationship with Michael was improving everyday. We talked and chatted whenever we had time. Late night chats were our thing.

Soon it was time for me to go back to Chicago for aunt Stella's birthday. I asked Anna to book me flight ticket.

Next day i boarded the plane anxiously. I was weirdly excited because finally i was gonna meet Michael after so many days.