"Hello? Is anyone home?" An all too familiar voice echoed from downstairs, a voice I've been yearning for, for five whole days. Dragging my lazy body out the bed, i found myself practically skipping downstairs.
I haven't actually made the bed since the day he left, and embarrassingly enough, he's the one who does the cleaning. Okay I'm fessing up, I'm the lazy sloth in this relationship, but it doesn't hurt to uno reverse and let the man do the cooking and cleaning for once? Waiting for tamlin to call has taken up all the space in my brain all I've done was stare at the phone. Did Edyth forget about me? Did she see the sweaty ass print I've left on the seat?
"OH MY GOD YOU'RE BACK!" I screamed running downstairs straight into his arms, his bags on the floor and his hair a mess, he looked tired, his eyes barely open, he looked as if he hasn't slept in 84 years.
He was quick to catch me into his arms, grabbing me tightly around my waist, "i missed you" he breathed, nuzzling his face onto my neck. He was warm and he smelt like a meadow. I was flooded with all the sensations i lacked from his presence the past few days, my serotonin skyrocketed. "You're early" i cooed, my gaze looking up to see his soft brown eyes, a warm smile appearing on his face.
"I took the earliest one, i missed you too much" pinching my nose, he landed a soft kiss on my forehead. "I'll have to run to Aster for a bit, but I'll be-"
"Nooooo" i whined, crossing my arms across my chest, pouting. He just got here and now he has to go back, that's just cruel and has to be illegal, this literally falls under overworking. "Just an hour i promise - then I'm all yours" placing his bag on the couch, he gripped onto my wrist, dragging me in for a kiss. But clearly i missed him too much to hesitate, fine King, you won this time.
"Did Edyth call?"
I disappointedly shook my head, i don't know what I'm upset about right now, Adam, or his fathers ex. Either way, they're both doing me dirty.
He sat on the couch, his head leaning backwards, he sighed deeply, calling over to me.
He knows we missed each other too much that i can't really show attitude and hesitate, meekly making my way towards him, i found myself seated on his lap, my legs around his waist, his arms grabbing mine, his eyes studied me.
"I felt every second of being away from you" he breathed, his sleepy eyes reading mine. Pulling me closer to him and landing soft kisses on the side of my neck. "Then don't go" i whispered, watching his expression fade into a disappointed one, his fingers softly digging into my waist with urgency, "I wish I didn't have to"
"Come here" his voice was raspy, barely audible, roughly pulling me into him, his soft pink toned pinks grabbing mine, all teeth and tongue. He wasn't hesitant to prove just how much he missed me, briskly sitting up, his hand snaked up to grab from the side of my neck, his lips violently crash against mine.
Reluctantly pulling away, his eyes yearned for mine, "We're continuing this when i get back"
He only happened to stay back for a few minutes, i guess taking the earliest flight has is consequences. Only catching some quick for a bite, he peppered kisses all over my face before rushing out from the place. Leaving me behind in the colossal apartment that I've gotten used to without his presence. All i was left with was his smell on my shirt. Asshole.
I could be working at Tamlin right now, and get back home even at 7, and still miss his presence. It's time i drop by at the labor department or something. This is getting out of hand.
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"I'm coming to pick you up, we're all meeting at the King's room" Rhiannon demanded on the phone. "Yes ma'am" I usually never have a choice but to agree with her anyway, or they turn into threats.
I haven't seen the girls in a while and boy do i have shit ton of things to tell them.
Rhiannon was right on time, possibly the only member that works on time, meanwhile her boyfriend his the dictionary definition of 'poor time management' i wonder how they deal with that.
"Edward's mom called me last night" she sighed, her Prada shades glisten under the bright sunlight, her beautifully sleek groomed hair, dance with the fast breeze. I wonder why she chose the convertible today, thank god I remembered to bring my hair tie. "And?"
"She wants us to get married" she honked loudly, cussing as she missed the green light. "HUH?" I snorted. It took Rhi long enough to commit, like too long, she would pass on men like gum, so to commit to Edward of all people was a world wonder, but to marry the guy? Phew.
"Not happening" she rolled her eyes, her irritation clearly coming to view as she flipped off random drivers on the road. Do i die today? I tightly clung onto the seatbelt, my heart jumping every now and again when she hits the gas. "Does he know his mom asked you?"
There was a pause, the myriad sounds of other engines on the road ringing in my ears, how is she so casual? "No - he'd hate that she asked, but its just not happening"
I mean, the idea of the two getting married is kinda sweet now that i think about it, there's literally no one in this world that's gonna put up with him like she does, and absolutely no one that can handle her strong personality like him. They're destiny I'm afraid.
"But he loves you though, like, to death" i affirmed, god don't we all know how he feels about rhi. He becomes this grumpy sour hateful little shit when shes not around, like the very same dude that made me punch him. It's crazy to see how another person can bring out the good in you.
Rhi is very clearly against getting married, she wants to cling onto independence until her very last breath. Which we all respect, and i strongly admire, and so does Edward, so i hope they figure something out. Marriage isn't the key or the only option anyway. They're basically liked married to me.
As she put her car to park in her parking spot, everybody greeted her with utmost respect and urgency the minute she walked into the building. All eyes on her, admiration and awe. Yeah that's right, that's my friend.
Her red pantsuit was screaming boss bitch, her walk clearly making people weak on the knees. I love watching people stutter and blush within her presence, she has every living being on a chokehold. Fortunately this is Rhiannon Aster's world and we're living in it.
"This for Mr. King" An employee struggling to keep up with her strut, reached out to hand her some files. Lowering her very expensive glasses to the bridge of her nose, she scanned the contents. Swatting away the employee upon studying. "Guess we're paying your man a visit"
I don't know how Adam handles having two offices in both his building and Rhiannon's, having to drive back and forth or have scheduled days where we must work in must actually be exhausting, but i know he prefers being here since it's where the King's room is at, and he gets to see everyone.
Walking beside rhi like her pet, I completely forgot about Adam and that he's here right now.
"You're so cool" i fangirled. The two of us inside the elevator heading up to his designated office in the Aster building, "you know, it's time Erika, you and i, dump the guys and become a throuple" she joked, but you know what, that's not such a bad idea. Like at all.
The minute we got off the elevator, every single employee straightened their stature, turning to stone and eyes widened, their gaze eyeing her from head to toe. The power that she holds is phenomenal.
Her heels clicking on the tile floor, announcing her presence, each click enticing more eyes to look up from their cubicles. It's like we're on a ramp, and I'm eating this up. I couldn't help but purse my lips, holding in my obvious wide smile as i watched this phenomenon.
Opening the door to his supposed office, Rhiannon lead me inside.
Oh?
"These are for y-"
The two of us stood in the colossal contemporary office, my face scrunched in confusion, the Aster heiress and i share a look, taking off her sunglasses, her brown eyes scrunched with me.
Seated across Adam, was a woman. Her jet black hair in a bun, her head turned to look at the two of us. A sharp smile greeting us, she titled her head. She was of East Asian descent, her skin smooth like glass, her lips colored red, she looked like a doll. Her black pantsuit, similar to Rhiannon's, complimented her immensely.
"Oh hey" He called out, a smile on his face, "This is Rachel" He introduced, turning his attention back to her, so did she.
"Okay well I'll think about it, and get back to you" his voice was serious, his tone professional
Huh...Rachel, interesting. Very, very interesting.
"Of course, and I'll be waiting to hear from you Adam" the two stood from their seats, walking towards the door, her attention was still on his non suspecting gaze. "We need someone like you" tilting her head, she flattered.
Wait a minute.
She swiftly turned to look at both Rhiannon and i, her gaze bouncing from us. "You must be Antheia" her red lips parted, her eyes scanning me from head to toe. I could feel my heart sink, "Y-yeah, nice to meet you"
There was a slight pause, my heart ringing in my ears. "You must feel very lucky" her eyes darted to Adam, and back at me.
Wait a motherfucking minute.
I could feel Rhiannon's long nails dig into my hand hiding behind me, her way of discreetly sending me a message. We're both thinking the same thing. "You must be Rhiannon...Aster? Rachel Yoo, pleasure" she reached out to shake a hesitant Rhiannon's one, Before swiftly walking out his office door, her heels clicking adamantly.
Ah shit, here we go again.