Could It Be Forever (Book 1, Being Edited)

Chapter 5

Why did he leave without saying goodbye?

I was disappointed with the way things ended last night. Me waking up in the middle of the night with Rheese gone.
I have fallen in love with him in a blink of an eye.
My heart was yearning to for him, to touch, feel and hold him but their was nothing I could do, it was out of my hands.
It was Saturday but I couldn't bring myself to phone Ben to tell him I won't be meeting him for our usual Saturday meeting at Sam's.
I got out of bed went to the bathroom to brush my teeth and wash my face. Splashing the cold water on my face, made me realise the reality of what happened. I was no longer a girl untouched, unspoiled. I was indeed touched by a man.
Deciding not to change I stayed in my pajama's and made my way to the kitchen.
Switching on the coffee machine to make me a strong cup of coffee. I picked up the romance novel from the coffee table and started reading while sipping on my coffee.
The book I was reading was called 'After you' the second book of Jojo Moyes. I loved the first book and was glad they made a movie of it, even though the ending crushed my soul.
Losing myself in the book I didn't realise that I have been reading for a long time and checked to see the time.

Looking at the clock on the wall it was 08:30 pm.
Finally deciding to have a shower hours after Rheese left. I wanted to keep the smell of him lingering on me but nothing last forever.
Walking into the bathroom I turned on the faucet and just as I was about to get into the shower my cell rang.
Picking up my cellphone that was on the bathroom counter, I saw Ben's name on the screen and pressed the green button.

"Liz, were the hell are you! I can't believe you missed our Saturday date!" Ben's voice came howling over the cell.
"Hi Ben, what's up"
"What's up? Is that all that you can say? Girl get your ass in gear it's Saturday night. I'm on my way to fetch you and I'm not taking NO for an answer."
"Be..Ben..." But before I could say another word the cell phone went dead.

Getting under the running water, I washed myself knowing Ben would be here soon. Closing my eyes, I could still feel the way Rheese touched, kissed and licked me all over my body last night.
The buzzer brought me back to reality again.
Turning the tap off I wrapped a towel around me.
Answering to make sure it was Ben, remembering what Rheese said about checking who I buzz into the apartment.
"Ben, is that you?"
"Who else!"
I pressed the button to let him in, unlocking the door at the same time.
Going back to my room I dried myself and started putting on my underwear before Ben comes in, I put on a black lace bra and matching panties. Hearing the door open, I quickly slipped on my black skinny jeans and grey strappy t-shirt.
I could hear Ben talking to someone in the lounge as I was finishing up.

'Shit who was Ben talking to.'

Brushing my hair without looking in the mirror, putting my hair up in a high ponytail. I didn't feel like getting all dressed up for tonight.
Walking into the lounge I saw it was Keith.
"Oh, hi Keith. I had know idea you were with Ben. Where is Rheese?" I asked wanting to find out why Rheese was not with him.
"He couldn't make it tonight." Keith replied.
I was disappointed that I wouldn't see Rheese tonight but I didn't show my disappointment to them.
"Come Liz, let's go and paint the town red." Ben said.'
We ended up at a club in Claremont, called Boogie. I always had fun when going their. Boogie was packed with people tonight and the vibe was great.
Maybe the night wouldn't turn out that bad after all.
Trying to keep my mind from wondering to Rheese, I stayed on the dance floor most of the night. Ben and Keith dancing with me when they were not at the bar drinking.
I could see Ben and Keith flirting with each other. It was so cute. They really made a good couple.
I couldn't help but feel a little jealous seeing the two of them together.

'Why couldn't that be Rheese and myself?'

Feeling my cell vibrating in my pocket, I took it out and an unfamiliar number popped up on the screen.
I switched it off . I never answered my cell if I didn't know who the cell number belonged too.
My cell started vibrating again with the same number and I turned it off again.
Finally stepping off the dance floor because it was getting hot, I walked to the bar in need of something ice cold to drink.
"Can I have a double vodka and lemonade." I asked the barman.
"Liz, why don't you answer your cell." Ben's voice came from behind me.
"What"
"Why didn't you answer your cell," he repeated again.
"Because I don't answer my cell if I don't know the number that's phoning me. You should know that by now, Ben."
"Do you know Rheese is trying to get hold of you?"
"Not interested."
Turning back to the bar to get my drink.
"What the hell happened last night? Liz!"
"Nothing but..." stopping what I was saying as I saw Keith approaching. I needed to talk to you Ben but now wasn't the best time with Keith around.
"Liz, Rheese was trying to get hold of you. He sounded worried. What happened with you guys last night?" Keith said as he came to stand with us.