Ruins of Our Love #wattys2015

Chapter 16

"Rise and shine!!" Leeya storms in my room. I groan and snuggle back into the comfort of my blankets.Its the day before my wedding. Fuck!

"Do you have to wake me up in such a way,Ya?" I scowl at her. She simply gives me a cheeky smile.

She opens my curtains and morning light shines in," You have a full day today. And er.. you have a guest. Outside."

I don't have to think twice to know who is my so-called mystery guest. Stephan freaking Grant. He hasn't seen me all week, I've been ignoring and avoiding him. I guess I have to finally face my future husband. I wince at the thought. I shoo Leeya away out of my room and tell her to tell Stephan to be patient. I wanna look presentable, despide my hurt pride.

Once I finally got out, I put on my mask and face the man himself,"Good morning." I greet him coldly and head to the kitchen to make a cup of tea.

"Good morning, Alexa. Don't bother having breakfast. I am taking you out today." Typical bossy man!

"I thought the groom isn't suppose to see the bride?" I reply sharply.

"I didn't know you believe in superstitions, Alexa. I don't. So, I am taking you out today." Stephan smirks.

"Fine." I reply nonchalantly.

Leeya interrupts our cold conversation with her cheerful self,"I am heading to work, Lexie! See you tonight! Slumber party for both of us!" I grin at her.

Leeya tried to persuade me into having a bachelorette party. I strongly refused. I didn't have many friends to begin with and I am not fond of parties. So she had to be satisfied with a slumber party. Just the two of us. I wave goodbye at her.

Stephan says after awhile,"Let's go Alexa." He guides me to the door. I had no choice but to follow.

Our first destination was a fancy hotel somewhere. He leads the both of us to the cafe and we both take a seat. A waiter approaches us.

"May I take your order,sir?" the waiter asks politely.

"I'll have 2 eggs benedict. With bacon. One black coffee and one English Breakfast Tea." Of course Stephan is ordering for me. I don't care really, this place is too fancy for breakfast and if it were me ordering, I'd probably faint at the price range before eating. I took note of Stephan ordering a decent tea to go with the eggs. English breakfast tea is a classic tea, and goes well with a rather savory breakfast like this.

What I do mind is his bossyness and how he did not have to courtesy to ask for my permission to order for me. I frown at him.

"Don't frown, Alexa. I know what I am ordering and you will enjoy it. Trust me." He is asking me to trust him! Huh! 

He continues,"I invited you here today, to apologize Alexa. I acted out of anger, and I hurt you. Which was never my intention. I just wished you would let me in."

"I forgive you. What happened happened, Stephan. To let you in is a big step. I don't really know you for starters, you have to be patient." I tell him. Will I really let him in? I ask myself.

"Thank you. And I understand. I will try hard to make you trust me, Alexa. I will be yours and you'll be mine tomorrow. I intend to care after your needs." He sounds sincere as he says this. I simply nod in reply.

Soon after, our meal arrives. And Stephan was right, it was good. The conversation throughout the meal was rather pleasant, which was surprising. We got to know each other, and he continuously asked me questions about my favorite foods, drinks, hobbies and such.

I discovered Stephan and I had several things in common like how we both like the band Lawson, we both like historical fiction novels and both of us are fond of steaks. This may seem weird to know but I also discovered that we both prefer pepsi over coke and caramel popcorn over salted ones. The conversation was light and easy. I actually enjoyed his company.

For lunch, he bought us both sub sandwiches and ate back at Leeya's. We watched movies together while having lunch.

Around 3 pm, he decided it was time for him to leave.

"Thank you for today, Stephan. Strange enough I enjoyed it." I smiled up at him. Why is he so tall?

He gave me a smile,"Of course, Alexa. I enjoyed it too. Leeya should back soon, how bout a game of basketball before she arrives?" I nodded enthusiastically.

We headed downstairs and played a one-on-one match. Stephan, being the taller and bigger and more experienced man, beated me. I didn't mind. It's been a while since I had an opponent to play with and Stephan was a good match. In basketball, I mean.

After playing, we sat down against the wall of the court. "You're pretty good." He compliments me.

I shrug saying,"Thanks. You too."

He shrugged back and I grinned at his copycat actions. "Um, Stephan? Can I ask you a question?"

"Sure. What is it?" he says.

"Can I work when we are married? I really love my job and I would hate to see my hard work all these years going to waste." I plead.

"No. You are not working as long as you are my wife. I will provide for you. That's that." He says sternly, his blue eys piercing mine.

"Please, Stephan. I have to do something to keep me busy." I try again.

"Alexa, I said no. Do not ever bring this matter up again, do you understand?" his tone is harsher. I start to tremble, out of fear, remembering the last time. I shudder at the memory.

"Yes, I understand." I say softly.

"Good girl." he says. "I hope you understand, Alexa. I expect you to follow my rules, and respect them"

"Yes, Stephan," before I knew it, he is kissing me. Hard. A controlling, and posessive kiss. I submit to his kiss.

He lets me go before giving me an intense look that makes my insides quiver. I gasp at his words.

"Stephan Grant! What do you think you are doing kissing your fiance when you are about to get married in less than 24 hours?!" I hear Leeya's yell across the court. I smirk at Stephan.

Automatically, Stephan and I get up. "Forgive me, Leeya. She is irresistable." I blush at his words. Leeya raises an eyebrow at him.

Taking it as his cue to leave, he kisses my cheek goodbye and leaves. Leeya takes my hand, not saying anything and leading me back to the penthouse.

"Tell me everything! No, wait. We get ready for our slumber party first, then you tell me everything." Leeya says. Typical her.

While we get ready, I thought, today wasn't that bad. Stephan is not so bad. I hope he stays like this. Expect the working part. I thought today was going to be terrible, but it turned out pretty good.

Leeya and I crashed in front of the TV watching White Collar just cause we both absolutely love Matt Bomer. And that was when I spilled my day's events to Leeya.

"You're falling for him?" Leeya asks after I tell my story.

"Of course not! I still doubt him, ya.." I admit.

"Just be careful, Lexie. Married or not, I will always be around" Leeya says. Her words move me.

I hugged her, remembering our friendship that has lasted over a decade. And now I am getting married. I hope she and I will continue to stay best friends till we are grannies.

"Thank you, Leeya." I gratefully thank her for always being there for me. No matter how overbearing she might be.

"Anytime, Lexie" she grins.

Our night continues with a Disney movie marathon and endless bowls of popcorn and reminiscing memories before we both fell asleep on the couch.

Shutting my eyes, I realized I haven't thought of Daniel all day. Does this mean I am over him? No, he will always be in my heart.

Hellow!! I am back!! How'd you like this? Sorry for not updating, been soooo freaking tired. I hope you like this story and please pwease pretty please subscribe, vote and comment!

xo EllaJ

P.S. I pick the song Dark Side by Kelly Clarkson because this is where Alexa decides and wonders whether Stephan could accept her,with her past and all.