Chapter 4

Chapter 4

\~Allison\~

Caroline has been constantly on my case since I started working at Danny’s eatery. Her eyes follow me everywhere, watching my every move.

“What’s her problem?” I asked Klein, who had been here longer than Caroline and oversaw all the work at the eatery to ensure no staff were slacking off.

“Just ignore her,” Vivian, a co-worker, chimed in. “She’s jealous.”

“Jealous of what?” I questioned. “I just started working here. What could she possibly be jealous of?”

Vivian giggled and said, “The guys who come in here have been especially friendly towards you.”

“I still don’t get it. Is being friendly a reason to be jealous? Isn’t that the motto here?” I replied.

“You poor, sweet, naive soul,” Gabby, another co-worker, teased.

Rolling my eyes, I said, “Oh, please.”

“Don’t you get it? Caroline is unlucky when it comes to guys. Let’s just say she’s like... an allergy to them,” Gabby explained.

We all burst into laughter, but the moment was interrupted by Caroline walking up behind us.

“Oh my, I forgot I have something to do,” Vivian quickly lied and walked away.

“Same here,” Gabby followed suit, leaving me face-to-face with Caroline.

“It seems like you’re not too busy. How about washing these dishes to keep you quiet?” she said angrily, handing me a basket of dirty dishes before walking away.

Confused, I made my way to the kitchen to start washing the dishes. Suddenly, the door slammed open, and Caroline stormed in.

“What the hell?” I exclaimed.

“How about you keep your love life outside of the workplace?” Caroline snapped.

“My love life? I don’t even have a boyfriend,” I clarified, puzzled by her accusation.

“Are you trying to make a fool out of me? I don’t care. Just take care of it,” she snapped before storming off.

I removed my gloves and walked out to the counter, only to find Vivian staring at me in disbelief.

“Oh my gosh, Allison! You never told me you have such a handsome boyfriend. Please introduce me to his friends,” Vivian pleaded eagerly.

What is she talking about, why is everyone suddenly speaking of a boyfriend?

“He refused to let me attend to him, he said he wanted only you to take his order, isn't that romantic” Vivian squeaked

“No, it's not, It's annoying, and for your guys' information I don't have a boyfriend,” I told her

“Then who is he” Vivian asked pointing at the guy, who backed the counter, talking to two guys who stood in front of him.

I walked closer hoping I could get a clearer view of his face but he slowly turned to face me.

“Hello cupcake”

Ash smiled, his green eyes sparkled as he stared at me.

I stared at him for a moment, Vivian leaned closer and whispered in my ears. “You are sure damn lucky you get to see this face every day”

Tell me about it, I rolled my eyes dismissively at her words. “Let's speak outside please,” I told Ash.

Ash smiled, playfully punching his friends before following me behind.

Standing at the back of Danny's eatery, I paced back and forth trying to understand why he was doing this...

“Seriously, this is my place of work, I just fucking started working here”

“I know,” he said

I arched a brow at his words, why was he acting like it was none of his business if I got fired?

“Are you trying to get me fired?” I asked, my hand folded in protest as I stared at him.

He looked perfect, his hair looked messy like he had been playing in the wind, and his green eyes so piercing and confusing at the same time.

The Shirt vest exposed most of his arm skin and tattoos and I felt like tracing my finger along the rose pattern tattooed on his arm.

“I wanted to see your face” he finally spoke moving closer...

I moved back a little not knowing how to respond to his absurd statement.

“Y-you see my face every day, we live in the same house so…” I paused, biting my lips as I brushed my hair off my face placing it behind my ears.

“The more reason I miss it, 'cause I can't get enough of it.”

Ash walks even closer, closing the gap between us. Trapped I rested my back on the wall of Danny’s for support.

“I still want to fuck you so bad” He let out the words, his eyes held mine.

“Well I still don't” I answered trying to sound brave and convincing, I was barely holding up, and his musky cologne filled my nostrils.

His hand played with my uniform sleeve buttons, slowly he caressed Danny’s name tag pinned on my chest area...

My eyes moved from his hand to his lips, red, tempting, I wanted to lean closer and taste it.

slowly he undo five of my buttons, his eyes never leaving my face, softly he caresses the exposed little skin of my breast with his fingers.

“I know you want it so bad, why fight it” his voice calm and seducing.

“Ash” I moan his name.

“Tell me you want it” he spoke again, this time his face was a few inches from mine.

I could feel his warm breath on my neck, “fuck, you smell so nice” he whispered, kissing my neckline, gently.

“Allison”

I turned and stared at Vivian who stood there staring at us. Realizing what was going on, I pushed Ash away.

Buttoning my sleeve, I bite my lower lips, “stay the fuck away from me” I told Ash before walking away.

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I rested my chin in my palm as I played with the food on my plate, my thoughts going back to that moment.

“Are you okay” Cara questioned concerned

I sat upright, staring at her, I felt guilty, should I tell her what happened today, no I can't, it was not like I slept or did anything with Ash.

“Yea am good” I lied forcing a smile. I scanned the entire house before turning my gaze to Cara.

“Where's everyone” I questioned

“Oh, Ash and a few of their friends are throwing a beach bun fire party tonight, so Justin tagged along” Cara explained, I could see the excitement in her voice.

“Why are you so excited”

“Cause we are both going” she finally said

I stared at her lose for words, “Are you for real, are we even allowed”

Cara laughed, “No we are not, don't tell Justin or Ash they will both freak out and try to stop us from going”

“So we are sneaking in,” I asked, trying to suppress my laughter and excitement

“It won't be a party without us being there, and even if we do get caught by any of them, I would make sure to collect enough evidence on them to use for safety measures” Cara laid out her plan.

“You are mean” I teased her

“Well I learn from the best” she smiled.

We stayed behind for 30 minutes as we both watched Justin drive off.

Feeling excited, we changed out of our pajamas and stepped out.

“You look good girlfriend” Cara complimented

“You too girlfriend” I repeated

We both chuckled and stepped into Cara’s car as we drove off.

Arriving at the beach, it was packed, one could get lost if he or she was new or alone. Anne Maria was best known for its beach night parties.

Cara held tight to my hand as we both blended with the crowds, everyone seemed too happy or drunk to notice our presence but who cares?

This was fun, I hadn't had this type of fun for a long time.

“How about I go get us some drinks” I whispered in Cara's ear as she danced to the music.

“That sounds nice” she yelled

I smiled and walked towards the set-up bar, the sand so soft underneath my bare feet.

“Two pina coladas,” I asked

“Coming right up,” The bar boy said with a smile as he prepared it.

Leaning my back on the shelf, I stared at the crowd, A warm smile appeared on my lips, and I wondered how my parents were doing.

I know I have been avoiding their calls but For how long?

“Allison”

I turned toward the voice and there stood Ash, dressed in a vintage shirt that was not buttoned and a black short.

“What are you doing here” he said annoyingly, looking around the crowd. “Is Cara here with you”

“I came alone” I quickly chipped in, Cara better be ready with that evidence she bragged about.

Ash stared at me without flinching, “do I look stupid, you are too you to come up with such an idea, Cara maybe”

As hurtful and truthful as that sounded he was right.

“So what, you don't want me here, should I leave” I asked..

Ash leaned closer, standing in front of me, a wicked grin appeared at the corner of his lips.

“Why ruin the fun” he said

His words sent a shiver down my spine as I felt my nipped tighten.

“Fuck” I whispered.

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