Breaking Ice

Chapter 13

Chloe pov

It took longer than I care to admit to calm the fuck down and get my breathing under control. I decided not to go back into the conference room but to take a nice stroll through the stadium and then take a taxi back to the hotel. Katie has already left to go back whilst I decided to do a bit more work that I won't get paid for but I truly can't give a fuck when the team needs me.

The way Alexander looked at me was something I'd never seen in a man before. He was about to lose all his control because of me, he was trying so hard to control his body from taking what he wanted and it made him even hotter. Can't believe that's even possible with Alexander.

Getting back to the hotel I almost ran to the room so I could update Katie on what just happened and about how wet and bothered he got me feeling.

"Katie, where are you?" I scream as soon as the room opens and I hear a muffled shout from the bathroom so I walk towards it but knock before I actually walk in.

Fuck, Katie is dressed in a short red dress that is a few shades darker than her hair that is plaited neatly. Her heart-shaped face is filled with unshed tears and my mood goes right down. Completely forgetting about Alexander and the fact I still really need to change my panties I go into best friend mode.

"What happened?" I hug her from behind and her hair covers my face but I could feel her wipe the tears off her face as she just shakes her head. I am pretty sure who is the reason for her tears.

"What did Liam do now?" I tried my best to keep my voice soft but the annoyance is definitely evident in my tone. I am not the best at hiding my feelings when it comes to who I care about.

"He is just such an asshole. Why did I even like him in the first place?" She tries so hard not to cry out but her emotions are running high. The tears are flowing freely I take it as a sign not to push her further.

This is the most she was happy to share about her relationship with Liam and I'm not about to push her further. He and her are complicated, very complicated and I don't think I could help to untangle this mess until she is able to talk about it without crying or closing off.

"Okay, I won't push you or ask you to elaborate. How about we take off your make-up, put some eyes on to your eyes and get a glass of champagne, or better yet, a few shots? Then we will go down to the bar where I've heard guys will be and pretend they don't exist whilst you show Liam who he messed with." I pick up the makeup remover and pass it to Katie who nods and grabs it.

"I'm already dressed so I think we need to dress you up." She sniffs as she removes the make-up. I nod and smile at her. I guess I got to also show off so I could drive Alexander mad. I know we are playing a dangerous game but it's so much fun. For once I think I can finally put myself first and do what I want.

"You keep doing your makeup and I go pick an outfit out for this eve, alright?" I kept my voice a little softer than usual, not wanting to set her off again. She just got herself to stop crying and I don't need her to get more upset once again.

"Yeah, I'm sorry for all the crying. It's just been a lot." She laughs a little but I shush her by shaking my head.

"Don't you dare say this. You are literally my best and only friend and can't lie I don't need anyone else. You are perfect so if you need to cry and let everything out please do. I'm not just here for the good parts. I want everything, the good, the bad, the ugly." I Give her another hug and she laughs.

"Do you want to marry me? I feel like you are everything I look for in a man." She smiles at me and now it's my turn to laugh.

"I wish girl. If only one of us had a dick we'd be a perfect couple." I kiss her cheek and leave the bathroom in search of a dress.