Chapter 67
The next day, I walked down the stairs darting my eyes in search of Camilo. I wanted to see her before breakfast. Angel wasn’t giving me any more free days off breakfast, he demanded I be present for it.
I wanted to know how things went with Caspian and Camilo last night. Was she okay? Or really hurting, I wanted to find out desperately.
“Camilo.” I called running down the stairs as I sighted her while she walked in the direction of the kitchen.
“Thea.” She snapped her head in my direction, a smile blanketing her face. I reciprocated the gesture and held her hands in mine once I was close.
“Hey, how are you?” I asked concerned. Although she didn’t look sad as I expected I still needed to know.” Did anything happen?” I watched her eyes twitch at my question and not to be mistaken her cheeks flushed red and a glint of embarrasment flashed through her eyes.
“What do you mean?” Her voice was low as she spoke and her gaze averted mine. I didn’t know what was going on in her mind but I needed answers.
“I mean after what happened?” I shook my head staring deeply into her eyes hoping she recalled since she suddenly had amnesia. I saw her blush appear again and for a moment I was confused. What was it for? Was she that happy Caspian called her name after fucking Lucia? I shook my head slightly and chuckled. She was helpless with her feelings just like me.
“I’m fine. There’s nothing to worry about.” She said and I nodded believing her. She wasn’t good at lying after all. I turned my head towards the sound of footsteps just then Caspian raised his head to catch my gaze. Pretty man, he looked twice handsome than he was the other day. I only hoped he could treat Camilo right because she was such a sweetheart.
He averted my gaze quickly to look at Camilo who looked away instantly. He walked past her and I could see her ease up from the tension he built up in her. She smiled broadly at me and parted her lips to say something.
“Let’s go for breakfast. I’m glad you are finally joining us.” She giggled and it made me smile.
” Camilo!” Her shoulder fell dissapointed as Caspian’s voice came loud from behind us. He was a few distance away from us. He had his hands placed casually in his pockets as he looked at Camilo’s back.
“I’m sorry.” She muttered pleadingly and left my hand while I nodded in her absence.
I watched her walk with her head low walking in front of Caspian. He couldn’t just go around the house without her could he? He threw me one last glance before walking towards the kitchen. I followed behind them till I got to the kitchen. I quickly scanned the place for Angel and he wasn’t here.
I felt slightly dissapointed. I wanted to see him and glare at him all through breakfast that was what I thought I wanted until he walked through the other entrance of the kitchen and my heart leaped for joy at his jaw dropping sight.
His eyes quickly locked with mine and my throat suddenly went dry. Why wasn’t he tearing the gaze. I froze to my spot and my hands went so cold. He maintained the gaze only breaking away once he got to his seat. My chest fell and I could catch my breath.
Everyone was seated in their position leaving my spot close to Angel. I took in a deep breath and walked to take my seat. My eyes locked with Angel briefly as I sat down and he took my breath away. His scent filled my nostrils and I felt light headed. Just what was wrong with me?
I shouldn’t feel this tickles for him. He slammed the door at my face to fuck Natalia. I reminded myself but my grudge was overshadowed by my erupting feelings for him. I was certainly in trouble if this went on beyond my control. How could I fall for someone who wouldn’t see me as anything other than his whore?
“I’m glad you joined us today Thea.” Knight was the first to speak and he flashed me a smile. I muttered a thank you not wanting to direct attention to me. I saw Angel scoff through the corners of my eyes and I wondered what was there to ridicule.
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“I’m perfect Florentine.” I answered cutting her off. I wasn’t going to let her mention my butt in front of everyone. Camilo tried to act normal but she was bad at acting. Caspian’s face twitched realizing what I did.
We went on to eat with the men discussing about business as usual and hiding major details they’d rather talk indoors. Florentine gave her reports from the clinic. I guess something went down and some of his men were hurt and currently being treated at the clinic.
My neck felt stiff as I fought the urge to look at Angel. I felt his gaze burning on me throughout.
“A good thing to have you back at the club tomorrow.” Angel said, a sly smile tugging his lips. I stopped eating and looked at him. I knew this was coming and I didn’t think delaying anymore would get me ready. I nodded and it pleased him. “Florentine will get your collections to your room.” He said and a scowl appeared in my face but I kept my cool.
“Are you strong enough to go back?” Florentine asked her voice a little scared.
“Why not? She has rested enough. Angel would agree with that. He needs his whore.” Caspian’s voice came spewing those annoying words and a glare rose up my face but I wasn’t the only one. Everywhere fell silent as they all looked at his oblivious face. I was even surprised to see Camilo glare at him as well. Angel was indifferent.
“What? Did I say something wrong?” He asked with slightly stuffed mouth.
” She’s not your whore. You don’t get to speak like that.” Knight defended and I liked him for it. At least he respected women compared to these two assholes.
“I guess I’m not so fit.” I said hoping to earn more time but Angel tilted his head in disbelieve.
“Really? Well I think otherwise. Get ready tomorrow same time as last time.
A sharp sigh escaped my lips. He wasn’t taking a no. He wiped his napkin across his lips, dropping it like he was about to stand up, his food was half eaten. Did I make him loose his appetite?
“You are off already?” Knight asked and he nodded, his eyes squinting.
“I have some important business to attend to.” He said moving away when knights voice came again.
“You mean Natalia?” My chest was hit with a sharp pain at his words. Angel tilted his head to the side with his back against us and chuckled.
“I guess.” My heart shattered hearing it from his mouth. I felt a pinch in my retina. What the fuck? You are not about to cry Thea! I scolded myself. Knight stood up from his seat as well and walked towards Angel rubbing his back.
“So much for dumping her man.” He laughed mockingly and it surprised me. That was the first time I saw him smile and it looked good on him. He glanced at me for a moment.
“What’s your point knight?” Angel asked and I felt the annoyance in his tone but knight wasn’t the least scared neither was he giving up.
“I thought we never go back to our vomits, especially when a certain someone taste better than it.” He said smiling before walking out. A smile tugging his lips the entire time. Did he just make fun of Angel? And what was it with the last part?
Caspian couldn’t stand being the only male with three women so he left as well after Angel.
“Knight is a sweetheart. You agree with me Thea?” Camilo asked.
” Shush it!” Florentine scolded through gritted teeth as she scanned the sorrounding with her eyes. “They could hear you?” She whispered. “But I totally agree.” We all laughed over it even though my heart was aching. Camilo and I decided to clear the table before the maids came. We wanted to spend some time with each other even though we had to clean.
I rinsed the plate while Camilo did the washing. She said she from time to time kept her hands busy so she didn’t feel out of touch with her real life where she did many things for herself like cooking and cleaning. I was glad to help and in a way it was fun until a certain someone decided to crash into the kitchen.
We both stopped talking as we caught sight of Caspian walking towards the fridge. He grabbed an orange juice and poured a fill for himself. Camilo looked stiff all of a sudden and her hands worked weak. Was that his impact on her? I bet I’d feel jelly as well if Angel walked through that door. Come on Thea! We hate that man. I scolded myself in my head but I couldn’t find the emotions to match my voice.
Caspian walked towards the sink beside Camilo after gulping his drink. Camilo was looking very tensed. She definetely had the syndrome. Caspian had his eyes glued on her as he dropped the glass into the sink. I could tell she was holding her breath.
“Pass me the towel Camilo.” His voice came out husky and damn sexy. She nodded nervously and reached out for the towel hanging on the towel rail. She gave it to him without looking at him while he did the exact opposite as he wiped his hand with it.
“You should hurry up with that too.” He spoke very close to her ears. Were this two kidding me? Acting like I wasn’t here at all. If Caspian didn’t speak the way he did at the table this morning I would have counted him heartful enough and think he had a thing for Camilo.
He handed the towel to her and she dropped it. “Ten minutes Camilo.” He said whispering patting her hair and she nodded. He glanced briefly at me, probably the only time he noticed me and I scoffed as he turned his back to leave.
Our happy moment was cut short all because of a control freak like him.
“Sorry about that.” Camilo apologized and I shook it off to let her know I understood. “How is your back?”
“A lot better. I lied back there.” We both laughed recalling the scene.
” I want to see.” She said and I turned my back towards her sliding down my top. I pulled it back up the moment we heard someone come in and fuck me it wasn’t just someone it was Angel. I got jelly immediately like I had presumed. Camilo was facing me slightly covering me from Angel.
“Thea….” She muttered and I blinked nervously. ” I have to go.”
“What? No!” I whispered holding her hand seeing that Angel was getting close. I’d be damned if I was alone with him. She pulled her hand away from me.
“I’m sorry.” She muttered and left, leaving me to face Angel. His expression was blank as we both watched each other for a moment.
“Go ahead.” He urged signaling with a head movement as well. I gulped hard and continued washing till I was done. Angel sat in a stool beside me watching me the entire time. I wondered what was going on in his head. No way! Was he going to apologise?
“Why are you here?” I asked once I was done. Feeling a bit entitled to an apology. I had to be dreaming. His expression turned cold at my words and I regretted instantly.
“I don’t know what you might have made out of Knight’s words.” His voice was cold and it hurt me. ” I just wanted to make sure you were clear on things. You are my slut. You know what that means? I get to use you whenever and however I want.” He paused and studied my expression. I wasn’t going to give him the benefit to see me hurt so I tried as much to hide my feelings. “I get to fuck any woman anytime as well, at the club at home, in your fucking presence and you don’t get to question or feel bad about it no matter who she is.” He continued and I gulped hard, praying that a tear didn’t fall off my eyes because his words hurt more than his whip.
“I owe you no loyalty but you owe me every damn loyalty. That’s why you are mine. My whore.” He stressed the last words emphasizing. He sighed then placed his thumb on my jaw..
“Look at me.” I did as he commanded. Are we clear?” His voice was deep. It was hard to speak so I nodded instead. “Words.”
“C-clear.” I forced myself to say despite sounding horrible.
“Good.” He said raking his eyes over me before walking out of the kitchen.
I quickly held the stool for balance. My heart was really aching. Did he need to come here to remind me that I was worth little to him? He was heartless and that alone should make hate him and fuck me! I didn’t hate him but instead I discovered a new longing for him.