The Couple novel Chapter 35

Celia

Mary took Jeanne back after dinner and I slept early as my body was aching after a few panic attacks from last night and early morning. I fell asleep as soon as I laid on the bed.

I got up early in the morning freaking out after I had a dream of being chased by a smoking white werewolf in the forest. When I woke up I was drenched in my own sweat and was panting for air. I got up from my bed and went out to get a glass of water. I took a seat near the table and held my head in my hands which was throbbing painfully. I can’t understand my own emotions, just last night I was convinced and wanted Chris back and now I want to run from him again. I can’t think clearly.

I got ready and went to the office to take my mind off things. I thought maybe it could help me, maybe I need to clear my mind before I make a decision and think about things clearly. That thought worked great as Harris piled me up with work and I decided to take the remaining work back home to complete my task and try to make a decision before Chris returns this weekend.

Chris tried to call and message me once or twice but respected my space when I didn’t reply or he was too busy to contact me more than that. Either way I was relieved because each time I ignored him, I felt bad but I need to clear my mind before I make a decision.

‘Or maybe, stupid girl, you need to talk to him and hear him out so you can make the decision.’

After completing my work at home and thinking a lot about the matter, I decided to finally let him talk and listen to him without freaking out and hurting him anymore. I will call him later tomorrow and ask him to come to dinner. Maybe we can talk while eating and discuss things.

I relaxed the next day and went to the office as usual. I was quite excited and prepared a list of questions to ask him tonight. Most were like what he can do and how it is to be a werewolf. While a few ask him if he ever killed anyone or how his pack is and how it operates.

It was already noon and everyone was almost left for the cafeteria. I was also when my phone rang, it was a message from Chris.

“Heaven, can we atleast be friends?” My phone beeped again with another message.

“Please talk its killing me.” I was just reading the messages when Jessica came to me. I thought she was on her way to the cafeteria too but she stopped midway.

“Hey, Celia, can you visit Harris before you leave for lunch? Actually he asked me earlier to ask you to meet him when you’re free and I was working that I forgot. Please, visit before leaving.”

“He returned?”

“Yes, he returned just this morning. He returned like a shock as he went 5 days ago.” She has that anxious look on her face. I agreed, I know it might take my whole lunch but anyways it will be over before I have my lunch. I will reply to him later and will ask him to come to dinner. Before that, I need to see Harris at his office.

I knocked on his door and asked for permission to enter, I heard a squeal from inside as he responded in his exciting voice. I wonder what made him so excited that he wanted to share with me. I entered and he signed me up to sit, well this is new.

I sat in front of him cautiously, my heart was beating loudly against my chest telling me something is wrong and to call Chris. Right now I want Chris beside me so badly that I felt nauseous and wanted to vomit seeing Harris smirking at me. He shrugged it off and jumped on his seat bringing himself back to reality. Suddenly, his smirk vanished and his face had that serious look as if he was not a jerk.

“So, Celia, how do you find working here?” I was shocked why he acted like nothing happened before, he never tried to harass me or spike my drink. I want to tell him that he freaks me out and I wish to not see his face ever again after I leave his company after 3 weeks. Yes, I am counting days.

But before I could say anything he spoke again.

“I remember, it was your birthday on this Sunday right? Belated Happy birthday. I am sorry, I went for an urgent meeting.” I smiled, tried my best to make it look genuine.

“Thank you for your wishes.”

“I was reading your file and I am impressed how determined you’re towards your work. Joseph was also impressed with your sketches. I must say it was our pleasure to have you here.”

“I wish you would have stayed for longer with us but we can’t do much and change your mind. If you have decided to leave then I won’t try to stop you but...” What he is talking about, please someone get me out of here. He stood up from his chair, buttoned his jacket buttons and came behind me. He kept his hands on the headrest of my chair and gave it a little push to turn it around. He bent down and put his hands on the armrest before continuing.

“But he is dangerous. He is not what you think. I don’t think you know his reality but I know him.” What is he talking about? What does he know about Chris? Why is he talking like this? Does he know something?

“He is not just dangerous for me but you also. He is not the person who thinks. He might be sweet to you and looks like the perfect guy you dream for but trust me he is not.”

He left my chair with a push. I can’t even think straight. He said so many things at once that nothing registered in my mind. I was trying to understand what he meant. He went towards the couch at the other end of the room and sat there with his one leg over the other. He had his smirk back on his back. He sat there with such confidence that I was scared of him.

“Your face color tells me that you know his truth already. Is that the reason he didn’t return from the last two nights? Well, if it is then I must say you made the right decision.” I was shocked, I moved out to stay away from him but he still stalks me and takes into account what I do all day. He is the real danger to me.