Whisper Destiny

Chapter 2

 
  ~Natasha~
 
  Nicholas and I have been in a relationship for nearly 2 years. Although we've had ups and downs, we've always managed to overcome them, often through heated sex.
 
  Every time we had argument, Chase has been my source of comfort and support. He once questioned me, why I always return to him knowing he will he hurts me again? Chase was never a fan of him. But I always rationalised it back with Chase and he doesn't push further on the subject.
 
  I've deeply fallen for Nick. Unlike in my past relationships, I just want them to fulfill my time and needs, where with him, I genuinely care for him.
 
  I'm aware that Nick can be so selfish and controlling at a time, but he also kind and sweet. Not to mentioned how good looking he is, it never fail to make heart flutter every time I look at him. 
 
  What sets Nick apart from other men is his honesty. He doesn't care about my status as a Grayson; he genuinely takes care of me. When we go on dates, Nick often insists on paying for everything. He takes pride in himself and loves me for who I am.
 
  Nick constantly envisions our future together. He wants to be responsible to me and make me the happiest woman in the world. So, why should I doubt him? I understand that nobody's perfect, and I accept Nick just the way he is.
 
  Today, Chase and myself will join a party at Nick's house. This will be good disruption for me before we return back home. We, yes I plan to bring Nick home with me and introduce him to my parents. So, I want to loosen up a little bit and get drunk tonight.
 
  I can hear loud music as we get out from the taxi.
 
  "Be civil to each other!" I glare at Chase.
 
  "I'm always civil. It's your dickhead that always loss his temper, pumpkin-pie" Chase retorted back to me.
 
  "Chaseeeee, how many times do I need to remind you. Do not call me that pet name again! How old are you? Five? And please, be Civil"
 
  "Okay, duly noted. Natty a.k.a. pumpkin-pie. I know you like it when people call you that..." Chase quickly ran into the house before I managed to hit her head.
 
  "He will be dead tonight!" I sighed.
 
  I quickly spot Nick with his housemate and a few other girls that she could not recognise. His friends quickly direct their attention to us.
 
  Nick smile and get up to approach me.
 
  "Hey, babe. Finally, you're here." He gives me quick kiss before inviting me to join his group.
 
  "Hi, Nat. It's been a while, you look absolutely stunning tonight" one of Nick's friends give me compliment.
 
  "Cut it out, man. She's mine" Nick replied, pulling me closer to him and wrapping his arm around me tightly. Out of the corner of my eyes, I saw Chase roll his eyes and walk away.
 
  Nick's possessiveness often led to arguments between us. So, I tried to change the subject, I want to avoid any drama tonight. All I want is to have a good time and enjoy myself.
 
  "Babe, I'm thirsty, let's go grab something to drink" I pull Nick's hand towards the booze.
 
  As the night progresses, time seems to slip away quickly. The amount of drink that I consumed makes me a little bit tipsy, but I remain conscious of my surroundings. Nick is always be at my side, like a knight in shining armour, protecting his princess.
 
  I can feel his eyes on me all the time, filling me with the sense of warmth and love that I hope will never fade.
 
  I find myself swaying to the slow song. I don't even notice the transition from fast song, to this love song. But I'm not complaining. Dancing with Nick is all that matters in this moment.
 
  Nick draw me closer to him, I catch a whiff of his smokey breath mingled with the scent of beer.
 
  He lean towards me, our face merely inches apart.
 
  "I love you, Natasha Grayson" he whispers before our lips meet in slow kiss.
 
  "I love you too, Nicholas" I reply, before kiss him back.
 
  I feel something on my tongue.
 
  "What is this?" I ask him. He smiled.
 
  "Let's get high tonight, my loveee..." I just realised that Nick was high. I don't want to think anything and just follow his lead.
 
  The kiss becomes more intense. The world around us fading into the background. At this point, I have no idea where Chase is, but I couldn't care less.
 
  Breaking the kiss, Nick takes my hand and pull me towards the stairs. "Let's go upstairs"
 
  I couldn't remember anything after that.
 
  ******
 
  I feel like my world is crushing down around me. My head feels like it's about to explode.
 
  I try to open my eyes but the light is too bright.
 
  "Shit, bloody hell" she curses.
 
  This time, slowly I open my eyes. Her thought is very disorganised right now.
 
  'Where am I?' I wondered aloud.
 
  The last thing that I can recall is going upstairs with Nick, but everything after that is hazy blur.
 
  She look at her naked foam.
 
  'Where's Nick?' she muttered, feeling the urgent need for advil.
 
  Suddenly, Nick appeared, looking fresh as if he just stepped out of the shower.
 
  "Hey, babe. You're awake. Here you go, your advil" he said, handing me the medicine.
 
  "Are you ok, babe? Take this advil and go take a shower. I want to take you to brunch at your favourite cafe" he continue with a smile.
 
  ******
 
  "Nick, I can't remember anything from last night after we went upstairs. What did you give me? Is it drug?"I asked Nick while we're having our brunch.
 
  Nick did not respond to my question.
 
  "I know I can get wild, Nick. But I don't do drugs. Tell me what it was?" I insisted, pushing him to tell the truth.
 
  "Relax, it was just Coke. I promised I won't do that again without your permission, yeah" Nick's hand reached out to me.
 
  "I don't like it when you do something against my will." I stressed once again.
 
  "I promise I won't, ever again do something without your permission" he said while raising his hand as if to show he was serious about his promise.
 
  "Do you forgive me?" He asked with his best puppy eyes.
 
  I couldn't stay mad at him when he looked at me like that.
 
  "Okay, I forgive you. But I warn you, no more act like this in future"
 
  "Yes Maam" he smiled, kissing my knuckles.
 
  as we enjoyed our brunch, our conversation drifted towards our future together.
 
  "I can't wait for you to meet my parents" I blurted out unexpectedly, the thought suddenly striking me.
 
  "Me too, babe. I can't wait to meet my future in-laws" his words make me blushed.
 
  He held my hand, and speak again. "Babe, take my word. I want us to be together forever. I plan to propose to you once we graduate." He paused before continue,
 
  "As we make our plans, I will start from the bottom, working alongside you at Grayson Industries. I will support you, and be with you in every steps. To make it more interesting, we can have secret affairs, between boss and subordinate relationship. How does it sounds? Hot right, babe?" He smirked.
 
  "I really fond of that as well, Nick" I say, leaning in closer to him and planting a quick affectionate kiss on his lip.
 
  I never have interest to take over my family business but with Nick in the picture, I willing to put a try.
 
  For the first time in a while, I find myself eagerly looking forward to the Christmas break and being back home.
 
  This time, Catherine present could not dampen my mood. She will avoid her existence to the maximum.
 
  She couldn't wipe the smile off her face all day.