Chapter 15: Chapter 15
(Vivienne)
"Okay fine just calm down already"this was too much and I was tired of explaining to Alexis that doctor Maverick was a good man. I failed to understand why she was saying he tried to sexually harass her. It made no sense especially when she insulted him so badly and left his office half-naked. And now she was busy arguing with me over the same topic
"You don't know anything...that man was rude to me...so rude that...he just made me so angry," she said again, nearly spilling the hot soup I went through so much trouble making.
"Stop now and get some rest...just thank him because whatever he gave you took the pain away," I said, frowning at her while I secured the bowl in her hands. Alexis was such a drama queen to have reacted in such a manner. Doctor Maverick was older than him because he was just the same age as Victor. I respected him despite everything because he was a great man with a heart of gold
"Vivie...you weren't there when he...when he...asked me to strip, "Alexis said with sobs as she stuffed her face with soup knowing she was enjoying the delicious soup I gave her to make her feel relaxed after a long day
"I'm sure you misunderstood his words sweetie...that man is a sweetheart and so handsome," I told her just to irritate her. I didn't know what happened since I wasn't there but Alexis tended to be a little dramatic at times especially when she met someone she didn't like at first sight
"Handsome my foot!... Vivienne that doctor is dangerous…"Alexis said arching her brows and I ended up laughing. Afterward, we took a taxi back to the hotel. I didn't even bother going to my apartment because I wanted to make sure she was fine and I guessed Maverick understood her situation more for him to give her something which made the pain go away instantly
"Just go and rest...I can't take this...you siding with that devil" she spoke waving me off disdainfully, between Alexis and I, it was hard to know who was old and who was young but since we were the same age and she acted like a child. I decided to leave her alone to rest. She was okay hence I left her apartment and headed to mine...I had to make dinner before going to bed.
The elevator took longer than I expected, mainly because three of us boarded it. However, I waited for it to stop on my floor, and when it did. I stepped outstretching my arms as I walked down the quiet passageway
"A good old soak in a tub full of bubbles and scented flowers will do, "I said with a smile, hugging myself and digging in my purse to get my keys. I was lucky to find them hence I didn't waste time but opened the door and the familiar homely scent hit my nostrils causing me to smile as I closed the door and put the purse away and kicked off my shoes.
"Dinner later shower first," I remarked, tying my hair in a bun. I guess I had to make dinner first but that didn't have to take long since I left some Mac and cheese in the microwave earlier. I warmed it and took my time eating
With a glass of orange juice, I was tummy full hence I carried my lazy self to the bedroom for a quick shower. Forget a bubble bath I had to be quick so I could work as well
It didn't take long before I was done with my hot shower. So soothing and refreshing that I didn't want to leave unfortunately I wrapped a white towel around my body let my wet hair fall to my waist and left the bathroom
This was my apartment. I decided to change into something warm later hence I left my room still in a towel and walked back to the living room to check if everything was okay since I was about to head back to bed. Everything was top-notch. I was about to head to the kitchen to grab some water when the ringing of the doorbell got my attention making me come to a sudden halt not sure if I was expecting anyone
"Alex?"I hoped she wasn't scared to be alone. Glancing at the time it was around 10 PM or more so who was it
"Alex do you need…"I said as soon as I opened the door only to stop when I saw the tall man standing there with his coat in his hand "Vic...I mean sir what are you doing here?" It was surprising to see Victor at my doorstep. Not just how did he know I was staying at the hotel.
"Vic is nice...call me Victor" the man murmured..his voice sounded deep and somewhat hesitant. Looking at him I wondered what happened
"Okay...but why are you here?" it was a simple question I asked him but he was just staring at me
"I came to see a few acquaintances downstairs for a few drinks so I decided to say hi...you left this," the man remarked, handing me my phone. I didn't realize my phone was missing and looking at him I was hesitant to take it but I didn't do it anyway with his long fingers brushing against mine as I withdrew quickly
"Umm thanks, "I said and turned to walk back in but he stopped me, nothing made sense but when I realized how he was trying to keep his gaze on my face. I looked down and nearly collapsed when I saw that I was only in a towel which was mid-thigh high and exposing everything
"Y...you should go...I mean it's late and…"I stammered trying, by all means, to close the door and send him away but the man pushed his way in leaving me standing there awkwardly
"I'm tired and a little tipsy... can't drive…" he said in a soft and lazy voice which had me frowning at his words
"You have a driver...call one, "I said not sure why he came to me when I made myself clear back at the hospital
"Someone once told me it's...it's not safe to drive while drunk" he recited the very words I once told him and I moved around trying to hide away from his sight. He was too much. Couldn't he see I was completely naked
"Umm yeah but I'm…"
"Just a cup of coffee and I'll be on my way" he muttered softly, cutting him off. Victor was too much. Sighing to myself I gestured for him to have a seat while I made coffee for him. So much for coming back to London. He sat down comfortably and looking at him, a faint smile crept on my face, not happy with his visit. If I had time I would have rushed to my room to change but I had to make coffee so he could leave as soon as possible
"That man...why is he like this...I thought my words were clear. But he's so stubborn" it was too much, Victor had no right to be here especially so late at night. Nothing good came with us being together like this with me all exposed. I tried adjusting the towel a little lower to hide my thighs. Unfortunately, that was useless because the thing was short and after making hot coffee. I made my way back to the living room and found the man sitting comfortably
As much as I was nervous and trembling from anxiety. I held the cup tight avoiding how weak I felt and once I reached where Victor was. I stood from afar and extended my hand to give him the cup
"Here...drink while it's hot...it's strong coffee and will help you, "I said quickly and averted my eyes away from him and waited for him to make the coffee. Why was he taking so long to get it
"Here" I added when I felt his hands hence let go of the cup only for
"Damn" I heard him curse and the shattering of a cup which wasn't my concern but his hands which suffered burns
"Oh no...let me look"I panicked and rushed to him. Forget how naked I was but I stood close to him and took his right hand which he was holding. He got turned
"Shh...it's okay...it isn't that much"I muttered while blowing cool air. He was lucky the coffee just made a few spots that had turned red but he was going to be…
"I'm fine" he mumbled only to realize what I was doing, hence with the speed I turned to flee from there but I slept on the coffee spilled on the floor. Lost my balance and ended up falling on top of him unexpectedly his arms wrapped around my back securely and my forehead connected with his causing a sharp pain
"You okay?" the man muttered softly and when my eyes opened to look at him. I felt fear. Not because I stepped on glass pieces but because the towel slipped off my body and the man was holding a naked Vivienne in his arms. He seemed to have noticed that because his sharp gaze on me was so different, so sharp and piercing that it scared me making my skin grow with goosebumps as an electric shiver ran through me..my heart already betrayed me
"You didn't have to say that earlier...you hurt me badly" he murmured looking straight into my eyes. I found it hard to look away but was he here because my words hurt him
"Y...you should leave"I stuttered trying to get off him but the man pulled my head down and sealed our lips. It happened so fast that my mind went blank from excitement
"You hurt me" he repeated the words as he kissed me softly. I didn't know what to do when his lips felt so good. His large hand moved to my neck and gripped me firmly then the other caressed my bareback. The feeling was something else but I pulled away breaking the kiss before it intensified
"Vic just go already"
"I don't feel like it… tonight allow me to hold you... wanna spend the night here" he said caressing my face I so loved his hands so soft and smooth as warm and before I could stop him. My mouth sort of his and the man kissed me again. I moved around on top of him and he pulled me up so he could get more access.
"Spend it wisely" the words left my mouth and he broke the kiss and I ended up snuggling on his chest comfortably.