A small Crush (Fruk)

Chapter 15

"How was the meeting?" I asked Amelia. She was sitting on a chair and turned to me with a smile. It went great! Arthur is such a great person," she smiled. I nodded happily and continued to take off my tie. "Sounds good, I'm going to run one last errand after I change, I wanted to be a little more comfortable," I spoke. "What are you going to do?" she asked curiously. I'm going to meet Arthur somewhere to give him some paperwork. That was a lie... I just wanted to see him.

"Oh! Do you always meet him for paperwork?" She asked. "Sometimes, but I usually do it when I have the time, and since I didn't make the meeting, I want to ensure everything was discussed," I smiled. Her smile suddenly dropped, and she glared at me. "Do you not trust that I went over everything?" She asked. Her sudden change kind of threw me off. "Not that, there are just other things I need confirmation for," I spoke slowly.

"Tonight, I want to try again so don't stay out late!" Her smile suddenly came back. It was kind of terrifying. I nodded in response and continued to change my clothes. Something was off with her.... I wonder if everything really went alright.

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I had arrived at Arthur's place unannounced, and I just stood still outside his door.  I slowly brought my hand up and began to knock on the door. I didn't wait too long, but when he opened the door, he looked down defeated.

"You good?" I asked, confused. Arthur forced a smile up and nodded. "Is this not a good time?" I asked, confused. "No, it's fine, come on in," he smiled sadly. "Seriously? What's going on?" I asked, concerned. He didn't say anything, and I looked at him worried. "Are you sick again?" I asked. I then proceeded to place my hand on his forehead. However, he quickly swatted it away.

I looked at him, shocked, and he continued to look down. "Sorry.... I'm just really tired right now," he spoke. I felt really sad seeing him this way. I tried to pull him closer, but he wouldn't let me. "Are you okay?" I asked sadly. He didn't want me to touch him at all. "I just think that you and I need to be more professional..." he finally spoke.

He was right... I've been too comfortable, and I need to take our jobs seriously. "Alright then.... I just came by to see how the meeting went... Amelia was acting weird, and I wasn't sure if it had anything to do with the meeting. So I wanted to know what the both of you talked about," I explained. He continued to look down, and he let out a huge sigh. "We just talked about the company plans... nothing exciting," he said in a shakey tone. Something must have happened, but they aren't saying anything to me.

What if they fought, and it's too awkward to talk about it? That's all I could think would happen. But Amelia did say she liked him and only got upset when I said I was leaving. Maybe she wants more attention? If that's the case, maybe I need to calm down when trying to see Arthur. I just can't help it... I love seeing him so much and being around him.

I think that if I were to go a day without seeing him, it might break my heart. The thought of being far from him sucked. I don't know why this crush I have on him was making my heart ache so bad. Then! Amelia wants a kid..... I can't have both of them... and I have no option but to choose Amelia. I'm getting my hopes up for no reason.

I mean, tonight, she wants to try again, and here I am! Seeing a guy who I've only known for almost a month. A guy that I kissed and can't stop thinking about. Arthur has me wrapped around his finger, and he does not realize the power he possesses.

"Well, I'll go ahead and leave you be; I'll see you soon," I said sadly. I turned back to the door and began to let myself out. "Bye.. Francis," Arthur said softly.

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When I arrived home, I walked into our bedroom and just knew I would have a hard time trying tonight. I'm such a pathetic excuse for a man and husband.

I could see Amelia sitting in bed waiting, and all I could do was undress slowly. "Listen... Can we reschedule for another night? I'm kind of tired," I spoke sadly. Her eyes widened and looked like they filled with rage. She has been way different lately; this was starting to freak me out.

"Why? Am I not attractive?"
"That's not it."
"Do you not love me? Have you fallen for someone else?"
"That's not it!!!"
"Then what is it?!"
"I'm tired!"
"I don't believe you!" She said, angry.

She gestured to come to her, and I did so... slowly. "Do you not want kids?" She asked. "I do want kids...."I said slowly. This whole situation felt so wrong to me. Why was she so angry? She never got like this. "Why are you being this way?" I asked. She began to glare at me.

"Because!!! I'm tired of you making excuses! It's always the same with you, and I want it to change. I want your attention and your love!! Yet! You don't give it to me!" She nearly shouted. My eyes widened, and I felt terrible. I reached my hand up to her cheek and began to rub it softly. "Alright then.... We can try tonight then," I smiled slowly. Maybe if I think about it.....

NO!!!! That is a terrible thing to do !!! That's worse than cheating.

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Even if it might help me a little.... Would it be so bad?

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