Conquering Drew (Book One)

XVIII

I couldn't get any sleep that night as I replayed Giovanni and I's conversation. I believed that he did care for me because I was here, in a safe house, that no one else knew about. But I lacked faith in his ability to not hurt me.

We were so close. Last night was going so well and just like that, everything turned. I was glad I decided to ask while everyone was sleeping. I didn't know how things would have turned out if his family were awake.

After more tossing and turning, I eventually decided to run some bath water. I eased my naked body into the steaming tub, ready to unwind.

I leaned my head against the back of the tub and closed my eyes. I let out a long sigh. I couldn't spend all night sulking over a man who wasn't mine. It was best to end it now before I became too wrapped up in my feelings. I would get some rest tonight and avoid Giovanni at all costs tomorrow. Once this war or whatever it was, was over, then I will be leaving and keeping him out of my life.

When I finally went to bed, the sun was barely peeking through the window. I knew I was going to be tired in the morning, but I had planned to avoid everyone anyway.

When I finally awoke, it was only ten.

So much for sleeping in.

I got out of bed and tiptoed out of the door and into the hallway. I went next door to my room and peeked in. When I could tell that it was empty, I quickly shut the door behind me and locked it.

The bed was made and I could tell that there were new sheets and a comforter on it. I went into the restroom to brush my teeth and wash my face. I went into the bedroom and got under the covers, planning to be a coward until my stomach gave out.

There was a knock on the door and I immediately grew defensive.

"Who is it?" I called out

"Gabi."

I stood and went to the door. I took a deep breath before revealing myself to her. She wore a happy smile, as she always did and greeted me.

"I just wanted to check on you since you hadn't been down for breakfast."

"Yeah, I didn't get much sleep last night."

"Ew, I don't need to know details about you and my brother."

"Um, we didn't sleep together. Quite the opposite, actually."

"What do you mean?"

I hesitated. I wasn't sure if I could trust Gabi; she was his sister.

"You can tell me." she reassured, "My lips are sealed."

I sat on the bed and she followed. I gave a heavy sigh before telling her what happened, leaving out the rated R stuff, of course.

"Well, I didn't expect to him to say that." she responded

"Yeah, me neither."

"Well, he does care about you, but he can be such a dick sometimes."

"Don't I know it." I sighed

"So what do you want to do?" she asked

"Never talk to him again, obviously." I said in a duh tone

"I mean that's understandable, not realistic, but very understandable."

"And I'm also deciding on if I should punch him."

"I would love to help." she smiled

"Well, I do need someone to hold him down." I half-joked

She chuckled.