Unfading Connection (complete)

Cutting ties

Eli's POV

I walk inside the elevator and I am smiling unconsciously. I can't hide my elated feelings. Anton fills me up in many ways. He's a part that is missing in my life, I have to admit.

As I enter the office, I saw John looking at me with a scowl in his face.

"You're late." He looked straight in my eyes asking for explanation.

"Sorry, boss," I retorted sarcastically as I hate being treated like a child. I hate his untoward possessiveness since I agreed to date with him once as if he has all the rights in my personal life.

"Try having two meetings in a day to please demanding clients. What do you think will happen?" Yeah, demanding clients. I repeat the statement in my head.

"Sorry," he mumbled and look down, "I just know the reputation of Mr. Montecarlos. I'm just worried about you. I know you can handle Mr. Brazos pretty well but Mr. Montecarlos looks more dangerous."

"Thanks John but I can handle myself." I really hope I can handle my heart when it comes with Anton. I allowed him to enter my life again.

The day has been busy as many projects needs much attention and I have bigger responsibilities since Bob left. Though he calls and text from time to time to ask for some jobs to do, I see to it that everything is okay. I want him to relax. I don't want to bother him with work.

My day has been busy with work and messages coming from Anton demanding answers. I tried to ignore his messages but if I did not answer, he calls which I can't answer. I don't want to meet the suspicious eyes of my staff specially John.

I did not notice that it's time to go already not until John entered the room. "Shall we go, Eli," I look at the clock and nod, " maybe you are free tonight. Can we have dinner together?"

"Sorry, John, I can't," now this is the hard part. How can I tell John that I really don't have feelings for him? Agreeing to date him last time gave him hopes that there can be an 'us'. It's been a year that he was trying to court me but I just gave him a cold shoulder. When I tried to forget my feelings with Anton and open the door for him, I know I gave him the hope. I must be honest with John. It's unfair for him.

"I had been busy the past days and I want to rest for a while " I lied.

"Yes, yes, " he agreed," I understand. I just presume that now the project for the Montecarlos is almost done, you will have time. I forgot that you need also a little break. Weekends perhaps?" He smiled. Hoping I will say yes.

I will be with Anton definitely as he has to go next week. "Perhaps next week John." And I have to tell him my true feelings for him. He is a good man and he deserves someone who will love him in return.

"Ok bye. Next week then." He smiled with happiness and I felt the guilt in my heart.

My phone rung as soon as he closed the door. Anton is on the other line. "Hello, sweetheart. I am just down here waiting for you. If you're not ready yet I can wait.....even for hours," he chuckled.

"I'm coming down in fifteen minutes, Anton. See you." I smiled as I put down my phone. I can't deny my excitement to see him again.

I rushed down the building and I saw him in front of his car smiling. He kissed my cheek and open the door for me.
He held my hand while driving. He parked near my apartment and open the door for me. Shall I invite him in? Part of me wants to be with him always but I really don't know our exact relationship so I really don't know. I don't want to expect more. I know it will hurt me more when that time comes.