After a stressful day at work, I got home really tired. The only thing I could think of was to grab something to eat and not starve.
I walked into the kitchen as if I was being pushed, that instance my phone beeped.
"Ping"
Immediately the hunger in me vanished.
"Be careful who you trust."
The message read. Sender unknown.
"What's all this? Who could this be?"I cried.
After a hectic day and a planned dinner with Tina, which she cancelled at the last minute, now I can't even cook to save my life.
Who could this be? I wondered.
Is Oscar back? Is he aware of Keston? Is it in anyway related to Keston? No, I told myself.
So many questions that need to be answered.
I was restless the whole of the night trying to figure out who the unknown caller might be.
That night seemed to be the longest night I have ever had. How I slept off, only God knows.
By the time I woke up, I was ready to do an investigative job.
"You looked lost," said Tina
Good, you are here. I have been pacing since I entered the office. I gave her my phone to read the message from the unknown caller.
"Could this be from Keston?"
She asked
"What if it's from Oscar?"
I asked.
You never can tell.
I have a strong urge; it's from Oscar. That guy is unpredictable, and you know it. I said.
Keston might have some secret, who knows, she murmured
Not my Keston! I insisted
Sophie!
She called my name so softly,
Love isn't always clean.... don't expect too much from a guy like him. Keep your heart in check and use your head.
I will be right back, I said
I picked up my bag and left.
I found myself heading towards Keston. The ride to his office was smooth, I haven't seen him for some time due to work pressure. Just brief talks over the phone.
Keston!
I called.
Vanessa was in his office.
I didn't know what Keston was saying that made her smile the way she did. Placing her hand on his shoulder.
You came visiting, he said
Removing Vanessa's hand from his shoulder.
Hello!
She greeted
I was quiet the whole time as I watched her leave the office.
What's going on, Keston? I asked the moment Vanessa was out of sight.
"Be calm, my love,"
It's not that deep.
"So you know I'm thinking"
I asked?
You know Vanessa is always playful around me.
"What happens to setting boundaries," Keston!
This is an office FGS!
He tried hugging me, but I refused
"What troubles you, my love?" He asked
You Keston! Everything is getting me confused. I said as I grabbed the seat behind
Are you jealous of Vanessa? He teased
"My feelings for you are true." He added.
Have I ever given you any reason to doubt me?
No, I replied.
But the smile on Vanessa's face, her hands placed on his shoulder, got me angry.
"Let's talk at the close of work."
I said.
"But you just got here," He said
Can't you see my mood is not giving whatever Vanessa is serving?
I sounded like I was yelling.
I picked up my bag and left.
It was already a bad day.
Unknown caller yet to be known.
Tina, "finish up with the editing I will go through it tomorrow." I said over the phone.
Going back to the office was not an option.
I got some takeout on my way home cause I have not had a proper meal since I got that message.
The sound of my phone ringing woke me up that evening. It was Keston. I rejected the call. While trying to doze off, I heard the doorbell rang.
One minute, I said.
Keston!
You didn't have to show up here, I said as I allowed him inside.
"I wanted to make sure my baby is fine. Did I do wrong? He asked.
That's so thoughtful of you, I said.
He dragged me to himself as we both fell on the couch. He crossed his hand across my chest.
I was at your office, because I wanted to show you something.
Who sent this?
He asked, dropping my phone on the table.
"I don't know," I said quietly.
It came yesterday. I didn't want to tell you, not until today.
"You should have told me immediately, " he said.
"I thought it was nothing"
Maybe a jealous someone trying to mess up with my sanity.
"You shouldn't have to deal with things like this alone," he said. You must have felt threatened. He added.
"Does it have anything to do with you?" I asked. Is there something I should be worried about? .
"I'll handle this I promise."
I searched his eyes for more answers, but I couldn't press further. He has given me his assurance that he will handle it. And I felt the same.
"Come here," he said. As he pulled me up to himself.
"You don't have to feel threatened by anyone." He said.
"Do you have to put me in a position that will threaten me?" I asked.
Of course not, my love.
About Vanessa, I didn't like the position I saw the two of you."Set boundaries; some things are better avoided than explained." I said.
You are right, he said.
I turned my head to face him.
"Miss you," baby
He said.
I miss you too.
Our lips met in a demanding and gentle way. He traced lines with his finger all over my body. I could feel the urge. Every touch, brush and lingering was so impossible to resist.
My body was shaking, and when I couldn't hold it any more, I gave in to his pleasurable demands.
With the sweetness of the night, I forgot about the unknown caller. I threw precaution away.
While alone, I let go of the message, Vanessa and my doubts. I hugged the bracelet he gave me. I needed something to make him feel close.
I slept slowly with a tiny unease. The one that reminds you that nothing in this world is completely safe.