The Secretary

Moving?

I still couldn't believe how amazing that date was with me and Carson. He was such an amazing guy no matter what people said about him. He acted so cold and distant to other people but when it came to me it was like he was a totally different person. And it was going to totally kill me when I told him I may have to move one day soon. I already found an apartment in Miami, Florida. It's a huge city so it should be hard to find me there. I also told Brandon when we were dating that I would never want to move to Florida but now it looks like I might be. At least they have really nice beaches there.

I sighed as I finished packing a bag just in case I had to leave quickly which I really hoped I would never have to do. But who knows with Brandon. So far my brother has kept me updated on what Brandon has been up to and has been trying to earn his trust so he can know his plans. It's a slow process but we think its working.

My brother is the only one in my family that actually likes me so it's possible Brandon thinks he's just like my parents. Disappointed and snobby. They wanted me to be a doctor or something that made good money but I never wanted any of that. Which is why I we no longer talk and they act like they don't have a daughter. Only a son who lived up to their expectations.

My thoughts were soon interrupted though by a knock at the door. That's weird, I didn't invite anyone over. Just in case its who I thought it was I grabbed the nearest weapon like thing I could find. Which was an umbrella. I quickly opened the door and held the umbrella up, ready to smack who ever was at the door when I quickly froze.

"What the hell is with you and being violent lately?!" Carson yelled as he grabbed the umbrella and tossed it aside. "What was that even going to do anyways?" He asked as he crossed his arms across his chest which made the muscles in his arms look even bigger.

Snap out of it Brooklyn! You're supposed to try and not get attached to him. "Sorry. I didn't think you would be coming over so I just wanted to be prepared.." well at least that wasn't a total lie. It was more like withholding the whole truth.

He nodded slowly and walked inside my apartment, inviting himself in apparently. "I know I just saw you at work earlier today but I forgot to give you a file for..a...client.." he slowly trailed off as his eyes went to the screen of my open computer that just so happened to have the apartment in Miami.

"Carson-" I tried to explain but he quickly cut me off.

"Are you moving?" He asked, his voice cold.

"I-I...maybe? It's kind of just a apparent for just in case situations.." not a total lie, right?

"Can you not pay rent? If you can't you can stay with me for as long as you need. If it's something else you can tell me and I'll do whatever I can to help."

I couldn't help but smile. This man was amazing. I put my hands on his cheeks and I could feel him melt just by my touch.

"Thankyou for the offer but I'll be fine. You have no idea how much it means to me. I've never had someone care for me as much as you.." I said softly.

He smiled and grabbed one of my hands and kissed the back of it. "I would do anything for you. I don't know what I would do if you left."

How could I ever leave now? Even if Brandon was coming for me I don't know if I could make myself leave. I've been so happy ever since I met him. No ones ever treated me so well. Like they really care about me. I had my brother but he was always so busy with school or work that he never was really able to do all this stuff.

Carson kissed my head then let out a sigh "I have to admit I didn't come by just to show you a file. It was more of a reason to come here." He started. "We never talked about the kiss."

That was true. We had never actually addressed that yet. We kind of just ignored it which I kind of wanted to do. I was hoping we would just not talk about it. I didn't want something to happen between us and then one day I disappear.

"What is there to talk about?" I asked shakily.

"Well I want to know what it meant to you. Was it just in the moment or what? Because I don't want just a fling between us. For the first time I don't want that. I actually feel something for you and I know it can't just be me who feels this way." He confessed with such sincerity in his eyes.

I can't lie to him anymore. Especially about my feelings towards him. At least if Brandon finds me I won't regret keeping my feelings inside.

"I know I haven't shown it too well but I feel the same way. I don't want to just randomly kiss you here and there. But I also need to ask you to be a little patient with me. The last relationship I was in wasn't the greatest and I don't want to rush things. But I promise I won't keep you waiting for too long."

He nodded and I watched as his smile only grew wider and brighter. "I'm totally fine with that. I'll wait for you as long as it takes." He gently traced his thumb across my cheek before giving me a quick kiss that I wished could last longer.

"Whatever you do, don't move to Miami. I think I would go insane if you did." He said with a small chuckle before walking to the door.

"Goodnight, Brooklyn."

"Goodnight, Carson."

And just like that he was gone. I looked out my window and watched as he pulled away in his car. I looked across the street and thought someone in that car looked familiar...could it be? Just as I was moving to get a closer look the car pulled away. Maybe I should have took Carson up on his offer..

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I tried to give you guys a good chapter because I'm going on a trip tomorrow and won't be back until next Friday. So there won't be another update until next Saturday or Sunday probably.