Chapter 14
Tessy’s POV
“Anthony, where are you?” I whispered into the night.
I remained at his door entrance waiting for him to come home but he didn’t. I got a text from Eddy that he was home, I thanked him for the ride home and stopped texting.
While waiting for Anthony, I slept off. I woke up at midnight and he wasn’t still home. I tried his number all over again, still not connecting, what am I going to do?
“Are you sleeping?” Eddy texted me and I replied, “No, I can’t sleep.”
“Are you sure you are okay? Should I come over to keep you company?”
“I am fine, goodnight.” I turned off my phone and walked to my room to sleep, maybe tomorrow he will be home and I am certain he will give me an excuse so I won’t be angry at him.
I slept off throughout the night but it felt like I was being watched by someone. Whoever it was, I am certain it was him, I knew he was here or am I hallucinating?
I heard the doorbell, who could be knocking at my door at this hour? It’s way too early for heaven’s sake!!
I sluggishly walked out from my bed to get the door and it turned out to be Eddy looking so hot in a simple outfit. I need to stop drooling, this isn’t right…
“Hi!! What brings you to my home this early??”
“I need to be sure you are okay and I am certain you don’t have plans for breakfast, so I got breakfast on my way so you can’t say no to me, I am coming in…” He said forcing his way in and I don’t think I will be able to get rid of him now, this is so annoying. Why can’t he understand I don’t love him, I just want Anthony, how wish I could admit the truth right away…
“Why don’t you go in and shower, I will set the table.” He said to me and I nodded like a fool obeying every word coming out from his mouth.
I locked my room door, took off my clothes walking slowly to the bathroom thinking about him alone.
Turning on the shower after washing my mouth, I scrubbed my body thinking of him touching my body. I closed my eyes wishing he was here with me, gosh I miss him.
I had to control myself and exited the bathroom. I don’t think I will be going to class today, I will stay at home and wait for him to return home.
I wore my t-shirt along with my jeans shorts, parked my hair up, and did the finishing touches before stepping out to have breakfast with Eddy who wouldn’t stop looking at me.
After breakfast, I thanked him and brought up Anthony.
“So how is Uncle Anthony??” I questioned expecting a response from him.
“He is okay I guess though I haven’t seen him.”
“Oh, I see.”
“So what are your plans for today?” He asked of me looking at me with those caring eyes, can’t he stop looking at me that way? I will never have feelings for him, is it that difficult to understand?? I just hope he moves on, I am getting this close all because I want to know more about him.
“I will go to class, why?”
“Oh, too bad, I thought you might be free later on today so we can hang out.”
“Well I am sorry, I am not free.”
“Maybe next time.” He added I don’t like the idea of him coming to my home just anytime he likes.
“Can you give me a call before coming to my apartment next time?”
“Sure, I am sorry if I offended you by coming to your home without telling you ahead.”
“It’s okay and I really appreciate the breakfast.” I stood on my feet and cleared the table.
He joined me and I didn’t want his help in the kitchen but he insisted. He was happy doing it and I watched him clean the dishes and trash the dirty as well, everything went smoothly and he had to leave as well, “I will text you later in the evening.”
He said as usual before leaving and immediately he was gone, I rushed to my living room, locked the door, and brought out one of my school textbooks to read, I remembered I had some assignments I needed to work on so I could submit them on Thursday.
I thought about the practical class as well, gosh when will I rest??
So carried away with my school books, my eyes were already closing and I had no idea I spent hours studying.
I heard the doorbell and Anthony played in my head, he came to see me!!! I rushed to get the door immediately and I was so disappointed to see Elizabeth.
“Hi, best friend..” She smiled but I was not in the mood to smile at her, why did she come to see me? I thought I was a sinner because I had feelings for my dad’s best friend.
“Why are you here Elizabeth? Did you make a mistake or something?” I folded my arms resting my back on the door giving her the scary bat eyes.
“I was wrong, please forgive me..”
“And I don’t want to talk to you..” I sounded it clear to her, I was so mad at her, she was supposed to care about my happiness and not act like some parenting friend to me.
“I miss you, Tessy, please forgive me, I didn’t mean to treat you that way, I am so sorry!!” She gave me the puppy look and she knew so well it would be difficult to avoid that look, she knew she could melt my anger away with it and she kept on pleading, I had no other choice but to forgive her.
“Fine, I forgive you, come in.” I said the words out after taking a deep breath and she hugged me saying with with full energy of positivity, “Thank you so much best friend.”
“I heard you and don’t choke me to death.” We laughed like children.
She came in and talked about a lot of things and enjoying my day with her. She suddenly turned detective.
“Spill the tea, Tessy! How is it going with your lover??” she asked, her eyes sparkling with curiosity.
I haven’t heard from him so I shouldn’t talk about it to her for now. Just as I was about to dodge her question, another knock at the door saved me.
“Delivery service!” the courier chimed. My heart skipped a beat as I accepted the package.
“Who could this be from?” Elizabeth wondered aloud.
I ripped open the box, revealing:A stunning money bouquet (literally, cash wrapped in flowers!), The latest iPhone 16 Pro Max, A sleek Gucci bag and heels to match, The newest dress from Zara, Top-of-the-line skin care products, Decadent chocolates, And a cheque for $10, 000!
Attached was a note: “Spoil yourself, babydoll.”
I squealed, clutching the note to my chest. He is so sweet… if this is his way of saying I am sorry for not coming home yesterday, I forgive him already.
“Elizabeth, girl! It’s time for a girls’ trip! We’re going to paint the town red!”
Elizabeth’s eyes widened. “Who sent this?”
I grinned mischievously. “My big daddy.”
Her eyes sparkled. “Anthony?”
I winked. “Maybe.”
We both burst into giggles.
“Pack your bags, girl! We’re going shopping, getting pampered, and living our best lives!”
This surprise gift was exactly what I needed a reminder that I’m loved and appreciated.
And now, with Elizabeth by my side, we’re ready for the ultimate girls’ getaway!
“Siri, play me girls just want to have fun…”