Falling for the Wrong One
chapter 5
Skylar hesitated in front of Leonard’s luxurious penthouse door, taking a deep breath before ringing the bell. His heart pounded with nervous excitement. Maybe Leonard would make up for last night. Maybe he had planned something special.
The door swung open, revealing Leonard in a half unbuttoned dress shirt, his tie hanging loosely around his neck. He looked at Skylar with a lazy smirk.
Leonardo Carter
You’re late.
Skylar
* bit his lip* I came straight from school…
Leonardo stepped aside, letting him in. Skylar walked into the modern, cold apartment expensive furniture, dark decor, and no sign of warmth. It didn’t feel like a home.
Leonardo Carter
* shut the door and leaned against it, watching Skylar* You look nervous.
Skylar
*clutched his bag * I just… I thought maybe we could spend some time together?
Leonardo Carter
chuckled, walking over and tilting Skylar’s chin up
Leonardo Carter
Spend time together? *His fingers trailed down Skylar’s cheek*
Leonardo Carter
And what do you expect me to do? Whisper sweet words? Hold your hand?
Skylar
* blushed, looking away* I just—
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