Escaping the past (VegasPete 18+)

9. Mind games

(Fanart by @lilgha7117- twitter)

Vegas' POV

It was a little over 8 in the morning. I have been awake for a few minutes now. Pete must be still sleeping. He was now lying in bed with his back to me. I could see his chest moving with every breath he took.

I didn't want to get out of bed. When my feet touch the ground, then my day starts. If my day starts, then I need to call Christian. I sighed thinking about that, and I decided to finally get up.

I spent 20 minutes in the bathroom following my morning routine and getting dressed. When I moved back to the bedroom, I could see that Pete hadn't moved from his spot. I reached up to him and gave him a light kiss on his forehead, afraid that I would wake him up.

Doing that, I moved towards my office that was connected with our bedroom. I sat down on my desk's chair, and I relaxed. I closed my eyes facing the ceiling and I took some deep breaths.

This needs to be done Vegas. Don't be afraid, I thought to myself, and I finally opened my eyes and reached out for my mobile. I took out Christian's business card that was given to me by Porsche yesterday. I dialled in the number, and I waited for the call to be answered.

It took only three rings for my call to be answered. "Salve, Buongiorno", a young feminine voice was heard on the other line.

"Buongiorno, mi piacerebbe parlare con Christian, per favore", my Italian were not that good, but I could use some basic sentences. The woman on the line informed me that Christian was currently unavailable, but she will let him know about my call. In the end, she asked me for my name. "Vegas", I responded, and I ended the call.

I let a sigh of relief and relaxed my shoulders. I knew that it was important to contact Christian, but I was happy that he didn't get the call. But my happiness came to an end, when my phone rang. It was the number that I called not 30 seconds ago.

I took a breath, and I answered the call, "Hello", I said in English.

"I knew that sooner or later you would be contacting me, my love", the person on the other line responded and I wanted to throw my phone away. I took a sharp breath and didn't respond for a while.

"Well, I can see that you are excited listening to my voice. Hahahahaha", Christian said and laughed.

"Hello, Christian, how are you?", I gathered myself and I responded. I shouldn't let him know that I am afraid of him.

"Now that I can hear your voice, I am feeling better", he said, and I just hummed. "I would like to apologize for my secretary's earlier rude behavior. I asked her to not pass me any calls today, but as soon as I knew that you contacted me, I had to call you back.", he said excitedly.

"And why is that?", I got back to him. It is clear that he is playing with me. He is doing everything that he can to keep me on edge and be passive towards him.

He gave a small laugh and responded, "I think you know why Vegas". His cheerful and clear voice was now low and full of desire. I knew that voice. I have used that voice in the past when I was flirting with other people. I felt goosebumps across my body.

"I am not sure what you mean Christian", I decided to play dumb and not give him the satisfaction.

"Hahahahaha... Very well", Christian responded. "But I think that after our last meeting, you have a clear understanding of what I want to do with you Vegas. But I will let you win this round", he continued.

I didn't say anything for a few seconds, before Christian asking me again, "What can I do for you today, Vegas?"

I faked cough and I responded, "I think that we need to talk about the Japanese". I was straightforward with him. I didn't want to spend any more time talking to him.