His Whore [ON HOLD]

Chapter Twenty Nine

"I just have one question" August was back at work and it was closing in on 7pm at night and both her and Alec were stuck reviewing the finance department work for the last year. It was time consuming but all in all, worth it. Alec was able to see their improvements and what set them back. The failed partnerships and the ones that were the most profit.

"Yes?" August sighed in exhaust. She forked a pile of Chinese beef lo mien and stuffed it into her mouth, careful of not making a mess.

"Why won't you go out with me? Was it a past relationship that screwed you over? I know I'm your boss but there has to be some other reason" and there is was, the question August had anticipated would come sooner or later. She sat her fork down, appetite lost and moved her carry out container away from her. Her brows furrowed in discomfort.

"I'm sorry" Alec quickly tried to recorrect "I shouldn't have ask you do—" but August was already explaining before he could finish speaking.

"Yes, I was in a relationship before this one. A very committed relationship going on five years but it was one sided" August pinched the bridge of her nose, just thinking about him made her sad. She longed for him still, even if she didn't show it. She longed for the life she could have had if he hadn't had been married but she had to think for herself, of herself, for the future. Living a life as someone's mistress was not what she'd planned for.

"I loved him and I believe that he loved me, that he still loves me but he was married and I got tired of the broken promises of leaving her for me. I get it" she sighed "I shouldn't have gotten my hopes up, he had a wife and kids to take care of, more on the way from his other mistresses but I loved him and morals in this type of world are nonexistent" she pursed her lips, thoughts consumed her of what he was doing right now, if he was looking for her. If he knew about little Sophia living with her parents, if he visits her or if he decided to tell her mother the truth to spend time with Sophia. Did he want Sophia? All he talked about was fucking the both of them when she became of age. Sophia would be beautiful when she comes of age but August did not want her father having kids with her, she'd rather Sophia get pregnant with someone who wasn't related to her.

"I left him and took a couple of months to build up the courage to move here, to LA where I worked on getting a job. You've got to understand Alec, working at STAR Corp has been a miracle and I can not ruin that with a relationship, not with my boss at least. I'd love to explore a relationship with you, I think it might go somewhere but I have responsibilities outside of work and I don't want you sway me from them." Alec saw and listened to August and her explanation, he saw where she was coming from and her worries. He understood. Whereas he had a business making him millions at the end of the day, August relied on STAR Corp for her source of income.

He understood but he still wanted her.

"How about a test run then? I get that your worried so if this doesn't work out I want to guarantee you a position working as your own boss in a different department of the company. Whatever department of your choosing. You'll get a better pay than this and a more steady schedule, Monday through Fridays with a paid vacation of 30 days and five paid sick days a month. You can recruit new investments or simply run numbers. I'll even sign you onto a two year contract and draw one up now that states that you have a guaranteed position wherever you like. I understand your concern August and I know that you have everything to lose but I like you a lot and I want to see where this goes."

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Least to say August had much to think about overnight. She hadn't had the best sleep in a long while but the gala was fast approaching and August had to pick up her dress tomorrow, Friday, so as soon as she woke up she headed to the boutique to pick up her dress then headed to pick up Alec's custom suit. It was a gorgeous suit, made from the finest black fabric the store had imported in and every detail was made from the most expensive material. The inside designs were hand stitched, the cuffs were made out of white gold, the fabric was soft to the touch but thick enough as to protect him from any harsh weather that may surprise them. August was pleased with it to say the least.

August and her dress, however, she had not seen yet. She was told not to look at it until she had to get ready for the gala and August, if she was being honest, had no problems keeping her eyes away from the frosted plastic that covered her dress. All she knew is that it is black.

"I'm heading to the gala's address, the event planner will be meeting me there to go over some last minute details. You and Sam have a packed schedule today but I'll meet you back at your place at ten to drop off your suit, are you okay with that?" August stood in front of Alec, hair a mess but dressed professionally. The wind today had been harsh on her but August didn't mind, she had a spare brush in her purse.

"I'm good August thank you" Alec gave her a smile, eyes roaming the tight fitted body suit she wore made out of leather. It hugs her wide hips perfectly.

"Have you thought about what I said yesterday?" Alec asked before she could leave. August gave him a stiff nod, nerves wrecking her.

"Yes" she answered stiffly "yes?" Alec questioned, August bit her lip "yes to your offer" a smile so wide and full of happiness spread across Alec's face at the speed of light. Alec stood abruptly, nerves also getting the better of him. "Great! That's great news! How about an informal, formal date? Tomorrow, at the gala, will be our predate before the real one. We show up as a couple, talk, dance and of course, work, but it'll give us a chance to see if we'll work good together professional while dating" a smile tugged it's way into Augusts's lips, Alec was a smart man, this would show them if they could work together as a couple while in a professional scene such as a gala filled with benefactors, customers and Alec's closest friends who August hoped would be there. She wanted to get to know them better. Alec and hers schedule has been hectic and although she had a day off each week, she rarely got to use them as she was always with Alec and Alec was always with her. She guessed he was missing his friends.

"Okay but I will meet you at the gala, I'd rather do that then have you pick me up if that's okay?" Alec nodded quickly in agreement, he wanted to pick her up but if this was her only request then he'd abide by it, though that did not stop him from making a mental note to send a limo to her complex.

"Okay!" he gave her another smile and kiss on the cheek before watching August leave the room. Alec quickly went to his computer to start printing the documents August would need to sign per their agreement.

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Authors Note:

Action and drama is neaaaaar!

Written: March 19th, 2020
Published: April 6th, 2020