The Chance

Chapter 21 The Dance Part 1

Ethan lead me towards the dance floor where other guests are dancing, I was beginning to get uncomfortable because of the looks that we are receiving, I wonder if he was aware of this? Or maybe he is used to this kind of attention and decides to ignore it for he continues to pull me towards an empty spot near the center.

When we reached the spot, I didn't know what to do and was getting more uneasy. 'Gosh! This is the first time that I will be dancing in a place like this! I went to dates before nothing formal like this. What If I suck? What if I step on his feet.' my mind was running 100 km/hr. I was starting to get embarrassed and we haven't started yet.

I didn't know how long I was standing like a fool, but my train of thoughts were halted when he gently squeezed my hand and gave me an assuring smile, well I guess that is what he is trying to give me but instead it made my heart and insides go crazy. I gave him a smile too, but it felt like I am grimacing.

He placed my right hand on his shoulder and dropped his left to my waist pulling me closer to him. When he lifted our other hands together he slowly started to sway to the beat of the music. He continues to smile at me and I couldn't help but get lost in the beautiful green eyes. I can hear my heart beating loud praying that he wouldn't hear what he is doing to me.

I have been crushing on him for as long as I can remember, admiring him from a far but I never acted on it and was contented with our employer-employee relationship. I never imagined that one day I'll be friends with him and we will be dancing like this.

There is no doubt that Ethan's a great guy, he is rich, he is handsome, the scar on his face only added mystery to his personality that makes women more drawn to him. His physique is definitely worth drooling ..., not that I've already seen what's beneath the layer of his clothes! Before you think anything else!ha-ha!

Aside from the physical appearance, I also came to know the other sides of him that made me admire him more. Who would have thought that behind the serious look he always portray inside the office is this 'Guy'.

Yes, he can be conceited at times, can be annoying as hell if he wanted to, and can be very demanding especially when hungry; but I also know that he is capable of being sweet, funny and caring, and by the way he interacted earlier with Esther and Dorothy there is no doubt that he is also close to his family.

Any girl will be lucky to have him.

There is more to Ethan than his success in the business and his leadership inside the company. There is more to him than meets the eye.

I felt an ache inside my heart, funny how I can think of these things yet deep inside I know that there's no way that he will look at me more than a friend. I have to be contended with that, though we are like this now, I will not delude myself that we can be more than this. This is just a chance that I am more that grateful to experience with him. After this night I know that I have to return to reality and continue with my plan of staying away from him while I can still save my heart.

"Hey, are you okay?" He asked his eyes inquiring.

I just nod my head and gave him a short smile and shift my gaze over his shoulder. That is when I notice again the looks being thrown at us, mostly coming from the female population. There are men also looking our way but mostly with curiousness and they very subtle when they do it unlike the women around us. Well if I were in their position I might also be intrigued why the 'Ethan James' is dancing with a lady.

For a very long time, Ethan never attended parties with a date, well that is as far as I know. I have not seen a single news or magazine photos of him with a female company that is not part of his family. So it's no wonder why they are curious. By the dirty looks that the women in the room are throwing at me they are probably jealous of me.

I couldn't stop the laugh starting to bubble out of me, it's hilarious, if they only knew that I am only just a friend. I will never be more than that. I mean look at me.. I may be in this pretty dress right now but I know that I am nothing compared to them, I'm not saying that I am ugly for I know that I am not. I am just... plain.

"What?" He asked.

"Hmm?" I turned my gave back at him.

"What are you laughing about?" Though smiling his eyes are curious.

I shake my head and look at the ground. "Nothing, it's just that so you know, if I get stabbed tonight by one of these women I wont hesitate to hunt you down in your sleep." I joked.

He laughed, "Don't mind them, they are just jealous." Ethan said as he continue to sway us. "Have I told you that you look beautiful tonight?" he suddenly said.

I was caught off guard by his praise. I can feel my cheeks burning. "T-thanks" I stuttered not quite looking at him.

He laughed, "You really can't help it can you?"

I gave him a quizzical look.

"Your blush. You can't really help but blush when you are with me." I gaped at him, "Don't worry I can understand. Especially when you are with handsome guy like me." he smirked.

I slapped him with my right hand by his shoulder. "Don't be so cocky" I laughed at his conceitedness.

"It's alright you don't have to play it cool I know you think I am handsome." he winked at me.

I laughed again at his antics. "Yeah right." I roll my eyes at him.

He chuckles and pulls me closer to him resting his cheek to my temple.

"We should be enjoying this dance. Don't mind them, like I do." He said. Then slowly he also puts my left hand over his neck then placed his free hand to my waist and continued to sway us. I felt my knees getting weak because of our closeness but I tried my best not to fall, I placed my head to his chest and he placed his chin above my head. I thought I was the only one who's being affected by our closeness, guess I was wrong for I also hear his heart beating loud and fast....like mine.

At this point, I couldn't care less about the people around us, I am going savor this moment while it lasts.

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A/N: One long chapter so I cut it in half! ;D Don't worry i'll be updating Part 2 next. :)

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Enshaang