Page 36 of Painting Her Fate

“Now who’s flirting?” He quips, then flashes me a boyish glint as he comes to a stop behind a car at a red light and turns his body slightly in my direction. “So, you think I’m handsome?” His stormy eyes blaze with mischief, the kind of mischief I desire. Maybe we- a horn sounded behind us.

“Oh, shit.” He laughs and scrambles around before punching the accelerator.

Did I come off too forward? I’m not wanting anything serious, just casual. No relationship- no strings. Would he be fine with that? Do I answer him as the mistress, or as myself?Just tell him one word- yes. He will get the hint.We are stopped at yet another red light and he repeats his body movement, awaiting my response. The word releases softly.

“Yes.” I feel the instant heat hit my face and I turn away.Why are you nervous! Quit being a cunt! Own this man!She’s right. Turning back, I bolster my self-pride, give him a stark stare, and repeat my one-word answer- stronger now that I’m in control and know what I want. “Yes.”

I hear my mobile chime and realize I’ve neglected it all morning. Zander’s eyes flash with his true intentions before turning back and continuing his route down the main road.

“That’s good to know.” His lips quirk up as he keeps his eyes straight ahead, but I sense his mind racing.

I pull my mobile from my pocket to gain any sort of distraction. Too many feelings going on right now. Bleh. I light the screen and begin scrolling. None too surprised, Tamara sent me quite a few messages, and also tried calling twice. She knows I rarely pay attention to the damned thing.

Tamara:Hey chick, just checking in.

This was shortly after starting my run.

Tamara:You must be sleeping. Text me when you’re up.Yet another text about an hour ago.

Tamara:K, it’s been all day, fill me in.

Tamara:Ugh. Zane was here again.

Tamara:Can I tell him to piss off? Too late!

Tamara:Ooh, that was fun. *Wicked emoji*

I roll my eyes as I read the newest text and make yet another mental note to try his number again.

Tamara:Face time me. Have news. Xoxo

I wonder what news she has for me. Knowing Tamara, this could be anything. Best to be prepared.

Lili:Hey, love. Sorry, been busy. Had something come up. Fill you in when I can.

Almost immediately after sending the message my mobile chimed.

Tamara:FINALLY! WHAT TOOK YOU SO LONG?!

Lili:Why all the shouty caps?

She ignores my message and starts in on her list.

Tamara:I hear Dan is doing well, just spoke to him.

-He said you had someone with you.

-WHO. IS. HE?

-Did you hook up with someone?

-Do I know him? -SPILL!

-You did, didn’t you?

-Don’t leave me hanging!

-TELL ME!

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