OBSESSED [18+]

Chapter Three

Austin, TX
October 28th, 2022
Setting: Simpson Law Firm

Today was the Halloween party. I saw Emily walking around the office laughing and chatting with everyone. She was giving out candy and Halloween favors throughout the day. I couldn't keep the smile off my face while watching her. I was watching my future and picturing what our relationship is going to be like.

"Hey, Emily! You coming to the party tonight?" I heard Derek ask, he was leaning against my desk as he signed some papers.

"I don't know D. Jennifer and the girls are expecting me tonight. Plus, you know my mom throws a party every year that we have to go to. Jen will kill me if I'm late picking her up tonight!"

"Come on man! Ever since you got married, you've been slacking off on me! I'll call Jen for you, you know she can't resist me!" He said raising his eyebrows up and down smirking.

"You better watch it, D!" She came over and fake punches him in the stomach.

"Oh, you wanna go?" I see her smirk and I immediately get butterflies, "Let's show newbie how we get down."

I see Emily sigh then it turns to a grin. Everyone in the office comes to the main hallway, egging them on. I guess this is a recurring thing they do.

They get into wrestling stances and start trying to pin one another down. I watch in amusement as Emily successfully pins Derek to the ground, in a headlock. The hallway gets loud as everyone cheers and claps.

"Looks like we have a winner" I say smiling at Emily. I hope she comes tonight because she won't get to see my outfit if she doesn't.

We all retreat back to our offices after the excitement calmed down. I keep my eyes on Emily from time to time as we went through the rest of our work day.

I watch as she gets on the phone, a smile on her face and I know it's Jennifer. I sneakily put the earpiece in and try to listen in to her call.

"I know baby, I won't be here long. You know how Derek is. A drink or two and I'll be home, I swear."

"Is your new assistant going to be there?"

"You mean, the temp? Probably? Idk. I wasn't really concerned about her." I threw my earpiece off, getting up from my desk. I stormed off to the bathroom to calm myself. I can't believe Emily would say those things about me. She knows I'm more than just a temporary thing.

"It's okay Ashley, she obviously can't let Jennifer know what's going on. I have to play it cool, I can't lose it this soon. Just take a deep breath and everything will be okay. Just go back to your desk and finish the day." I say as I pace around the bathroom talking to myself. After 5 minutes I finally calm down and head back to my desk. I try to focus on my work but I can't with Emily right in front of me.

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I kept feeling eyes on me as I worked but I kept shrugging it off because every time I looked up, I didn't see anything or anyone.

"I know baby, I won't be here long. You know how Derek is. A drink or two and I'll be home, I swear."

"Is your new assistant going to be there?"

"You mean the temp? Probably? Idk. I wasn't really concerned about her. I'm here for Derek and that's it, I honestly don't even want to go but he will never forgive me"

I'm in the office talking to Jennifer as I finish up with my work. I talk to the girls and they tell me about their school day and how Auntie Pen is coming to pick them up for a movie night with their cousins tonight. They didn't even care that I wasn't going to be there to say goodnight.

I had a bad feeling about the party but I brushed it off and ignored that feeling in the bottom of my stomach. I couldn't ghost Derek again.

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It was now around 10:30 at night and the party was in full swing. I had been sipping on the same drink for 2 hours now. I couldn't get drunk, I needed my guard up. I was standing and chatting with Derek when I seen Ashley walk in. I did a double take because she was wearing Jennifer's outfit, not literally, but it was the exact same thing. I must've been staring too long because I noticed that she started walking my way.

"Uh, I have to go to the restroom!" I told Derek basically running away. I needed to get out of here quick and get home. This is too freaky.

I was in the stall getting ready to walk out when it suddenly swung open and Ashley walked in. I tried pushing her out but then someone started walking in. I sighed as we got trapped in the stall unwillingly.

"Don't mind me, just taking a piss!" I heard my boss say, I said 'fuck' loudly in my head as I tried to fight Ashley off of me. Her hands kept trying to reach for my belt. By the time my boss started washing his hands, she had already untucked my shirt. Now, trying to undo my belt and pants.

"Fucking stop!" I said loudly once we were alone in the restroom. I could feel my body hot with anger and disbelief.

"I thought you wanted this?" I looked at her like she just grew 5 heads because what in the fuck?!

"Wanted what?! I'm married Ashley! I would NEVER want you! Are you crazy?!" She laughed and rolled her eyes and that made my blood boil even more.

"You can stop denying it, Emily. I saw the way you looked at me when I walked in. Like you couldn't believe your eyes." I shook my head at her letting out a loud HA.

I finally got myself free, "You're fucking crazy" I stormed out of the restroom fixing myself, heading towards the elevator so I could leave. I was beyond disgusted at her actions. I wanted to lay hands on her but I value my job plus she's only a temp.

As soon as the elevator arrived, I pushed my way through the door before it could barely open enough for me to fit in, I just wanted to get away. I wanted to get home to Jennifer. I needed to hold her and just feel safe.

I finally made it to my car and jumped in, locking the doors quickly. I sighed and started my car up so I could head home. I played soft jazz music on the ride home to clear my mind. I wanted to tell Jennifer but it would start unnecessary drama that wasn't needed for a temporary fix.

This was only the beginning.

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CHILE— Who does this Ashley bitch think she is?! Should Emily tell Jennifer or just let in go because she is just a temporary fix right? I mean Nick is coming back to work.... 👀

I guess we will see, stay tuned! I'm going to get better at posting! I promise ❤️