Forbidden

Chapter 11

Caleb didn't leave my mind throughout the ride home along with a line of questions about him. Why is he always so sweet to me? Why do I always fail before his cute smile? Why do I always want to talk to him even if we don't know each other well? God knows why!

I pulled the car in the garage and was about to step out when something popped into my mind. I should text him about how grateful I am for giving me this job and saving me from the daily drama of my now ex boss. Genius! I don't even have his number.

I face palm myself and sit up on my seat. Maybe I can buy him a gift as a token of appreciation and gratitude and a great friendship! Yes, that's a great idea! With this in my mind, I pull back my car and head to the mall.

***

That's a great one!

No, no that one!

Ugh! Why are all the watches here so good?!

I decided to go with a nice wrist watch for him. Though he wears a cool Rolex watch which frames his hand perfectly and is also quite out of my budget right now, but a gift is a gift after all. Maybe he can just stack it among his beautiful show pieces in his cabin.

While I was placing a watch back on the table, a shining silver steel watch caught my eye. I stretched my hand out to take it but before I could, a hand wrapped around it tugging it out from the case. I look up to the women in front of me only to widen my eyes.

Emily lifted her lashes and frowned when she saw me. "You? What're you doing here Miss Pathetic?", she says rolling her eyes and studying the watch carefully. Wait, is she following me? Why would she follow me? It's just my good time has turned upside down I guess.

"I guess you don't own this mall or me for answering you. And as far as I know, a normal person would think I'm shopping because you don't come to play to cricket in a mall.", I say rolling my eyes over to other line of watches on the opposite side. These ones here were better and harder to choose from.

"Being sarcastic, huh?!". Bitches never leave you alone, right! "If you're thinking of buying a watch for Daniel, get your lame ass out of this store now cuz they all cost more than your annual rent.", she mocks me with a silly laugh.

"Why don't you just leave me alone?", I yell turning around to face her idiotic features. Seriously, every inch of her body screams slut!

"Leave you alone at this point when things have got way too interesting for me? No, not a good idea."

I knew she was just trying to pay games with me but I still push it to ask her. "What do you mean?"

She smirks before shaking her head and stepping uncomfortably close to me. "I doubt if your empty brain would ever get this, but know that Daniels mine now. Only mine, and I always get rid of things trying to disturb me even the slightest.", she whispers the next words, "Every thing, or even a person."

Those words send a chill through my spine and I shift about my place. She gives me a last glare before making her way out of the store. I leave a deep breath and shake my head. This whore might have a habit of threatening every single person she meets, but who cares!

I get back to the choosing hell of watches for a couple more minutes and finally, I get the one! It was a metallic black with a huge analog clock. It would suit perfectly on his fair skin. I wonder if he likes it or not but he would surely recognize my feelings behind it. Feelings for him as true friend. I quickly pay the bill had been a little out of my purse but it was worth it.

***

I drove back to his office and saw what I didn't intend to. Why this day has to be full of shocks and surprises, give me one normal day please! Daniel and Emily were wrapped around each other, him leaning against a Porche and that little bitch scanning his body with her filthy hands. How did she come so fast?

I just cleared my throat and made my way past them to the entrance. i felt them glaring at my back but who cares! I was only awaiting for the moment to see Caleb's smile when he accepts this watch. And as I was expecting, he was there in his cabin looking intently at his computer screen. Guess this is the first time I have seen him this serious, he is always just that adventurous guy type. I squeeze the little box in my hand and knock lightly on the glass door which makes him shoot his eyes towards me. He gives that charming smile of his and nods. I leave a deep breath and enter. I don't get this I am never nervous about giving gifts to someone, especially a guy, but its the total opposite right now. 

"Um....Caleb..."

"Wait, what's that?", this crazy man snatches the box from my hands and examines it.

"Um..it's for you. Take a look." His face lightens up like a kid getting a Christmas surprise. 

"Really? For me?", I nod. I don't know why it felt so delighting to see that look on his face and it automatically brought a smile on my face. Seeing him happy makes me happy too. He hurridely opens it when his eyes widen and he looks at me.

"This looks expensive. How did you buy this?" That was nothing I anticipated.

"Well, I have my savings. Why, don't you like it?" I was starting to get more nervous now. What if he doesn't like the gift? It would be so sad if he doesn't, after all I had put my heart in it.

Caleb smiled brightly which send a few waves of relief in me. "I absolutely love it, Lorraine. But you didn't have to spend your precious savings on buying such expensive gift for me. I really appreciate this, thank you.", he got up from his seat and took me into his ever bone crushing hugs. 

"I'm glad you like it." He immediately took his off his Rolex watch and put on the one I gifted right now. "You don't have to wear it daily though, it was just a friendly gift to show my gratitude towards you."

He looked at me wide eyes and opened his mouth to speak when his phone rang. "Fuck! One sec.", he took it and engaged in his call. Meanwhile my eyes were fixed on his strong reflexing hand which showed off his thick nerves and the stunning watch on it. I can't believe he ditched his Rolex for this one and wore it right here and now. He's really such a sweetheart.

"Did you call me sweetheart?", he asks making me jump.

"What? No! You're hearing things Mr Stewart." He chuckles and something happens in the pit of my stomach. 

"I have to go. I have a meeting in about 10mins. When shall we meet?"

"After 10mins."

"What?", his face is confused but his eyes show me the exitement. He just can't hide anything.

"Meaning, I have decided to join today. Actually right now." I say dusting my pants and adjusting my hair. He chuckles and extends his hand for me to take before we head to the conference hall.