Death Beckons Me

Chapter 3

Walking into Marco's I immediately felt my mood darken. I really hate this place. I thought as I plastered a fake smile on my face and greeted my coworkers as I quickly made my way to the office. Joanie was there waiting for me with a pack of snickers and a hug. Good ole Joanie, she always knows exactly what I need.  Returning her hug I graced her with a smile and asked: "so how is your day going so far?"

 "My day is going as good as it can. But enough about me, how are you feeling today?"

Taking time to really access my mood I answered: "honestly, I feel great." 

Joanie gave me a scrutinizing look before nodding her head once. "Okay, I believe you. Now let's get to work after we eat some chocolate."

 Laughing I shook my head at her "sounds like a plan to me." 

The rest of the day was uneventful. It was spent helping the workers on the production line or cashiering. Taking the occasional walk around the cafe to check for debris or safety issues. Interacting with the customers, and so on. Before I knew it, it was time for me to go home, so I grabbed my infamous chicken caesar with olives and made my way home.  Once there I ate my salad and decided to do some yoga. I put my hair up into a ponytail and changed into my bright pink and yellow work out top and black yoga pants.

Since I am a beginner at yoga I wasn't able to do a lot of the poses or keep my balance very often but I did enjoy yoga. It helped me clear my mind and relax. Just as I was doing the downward dog pose I felt as if someone was watching me. Getting up and looking around I was completely alone in the house but I still felt eyes on me. Deciding I had enough yoga I went to take a shower and being that I had the whole day off tomorrow I decided to watch a movie. I put in my favorite movie Avatar and as the movie progressed I slowly started to dose off.

Suddenly I was falling, surrounded by nothing but darkness. It was as if I was falling into a bottomless pit. Then Slowly a patch of burgundy came rushing towards me. Closer and closer it got until I landed with a whoosh of air escaping my mouth. Thankfully the nice plush carpet softened the blow, but I was still a bit winded. Sitting up I saw Stefan rushing over to me.

" Are you alright love?" Helping me to my feet, his eyes quickly looked over my body.

 Blushing I answered with a shy "Yes".  "So where are we this time?" I asked looking around curiously.

"We are in my office love."

"And why exactly are we in your office?" I asked inquisitively

"Because I have some very important letters to send off and then you and I are going to spend some quality time together." He said with a heated gaze

Unable to look away I swallowed hard and returned the stare. He was such a handsome man, I certainly did not mind the sight. Slowly he began to walk over to me, his ocean blue eyes darkened the closer he got to me. Suddenly he pulled me into a heated kiss. Stunned I just stood there but slowly I began to move my lips with his. He began to deepen the kiss, biting my lip in order to gain access. When I obliged he growled and plunged his tongue with force into my mouth. I was floating once again. Fully engrossed in the passion this beautiful man embed upon my lips. All too soon the kiss ended and Stefan put his forehead against mine, breathing harshly. Cradling my cheek he placed a quick tender kiss upon my lips before pulling away. 

Walking over to his desk he picked up the phone and was soon talking to someone, however, I was unable to hear the conversation over the sound of my own breathing. Using my yoga teachings I closed my eyes and began breathing in and out slowly to regain my breath and slow down my heartbeat. Opening my eyes I was met with ocean blue. Startled I took a step.

Lifting his hands in innocence Stefan graced me with a smile. "Sorry I did not mean to startle you." He said with a serious look. "So," he said sticking his hands in his pocket " I see you like yoga."

"Yes I do like yoga, but how did you know?"

"I saw you earlier and I have to say I was thoroughly...impressed."

"What do you mean you saw me, how did you see me!?"

Before Stefan could answer there was a brisk knock on the door.

"Ah," he said, "That must be Ellie. You may Enter."

In burst a petite young girl with a head full of red bouncy curls and slanted baby blue eyes. "I got the dress ready for you sir," she said in a sweet Irish accent.

"Very good " he replied. Turning to me he beckoned me over with a nod of his head. Holding my waist tightly he began introductions.

"Ellie, I would like you to meet my gemmetta Milania, Milania this is Ellie, one of the maids here. She will be taking you to get changed for the surprise I have waiting for you."

Without another word, Ellie grasped hold of my wrist and began pulling me towards the door. Looking back at Stefan he was standing with his hands in his pocket, watching me as Ellie pulled me away.

After walking down several corridors and up a flight of stairs, we arrived at a beautifully carved wooden door. Elli opened the door and dragged me inside and I lost my breath again for the millionth time.

I looked about me in amazement. A large bed looking like a snowdrift, so white and feathery was in the middle of the room. One large bay window framed the room with a view of the beautiful maze garden. The walls were white except for one by the head of the bed was blue and covered in beautiful hand-painted murals, the colors strong and vibrant. The carpet was also blue with a soft plush thread. A blue vanity sat across from the bed with beautiful oval lights located on the top. Overall the room was comfortably elegant.

Walking into the room I saw a beautiful white lace dress with ocean blue heels beneath it lying in wait on the bed.

"Okay Miss," Ellie said in a cheerful voice. "Let's get you dressed.