Falling for Florence

12

Zemira was smiling while looking at the both of them playing football. Her husband and Adrian were taking the football from each other and trying to win the game. Adrian ended up scoring with a clear shot at the goal, his father painting behind him.

Leander exhaled a deep breath, "Have some mercy, my son. I'm an old man."

It was his third goal. "We don't show any mercy or favour anyone, Mr.Leander Davies," Adrian said in a weirdly specific tone and again, threw the ball towards the goal.

Leander couldn't stop himself from praising him, "Wow, wow, look at that rascal! Where did you learn to use that tone?"

"From the movie," Adrian replied peacefully and threw the ball towards his father.

"That movie is all about you: mischief, devilish luck, escaping work. It's all there," As he was saying this, Leander threw the ball towards the goal, but failed. The ball was caught by Troy as he came onto the lawn. "Who's winning? I'll choose my side according to that." Troy added.

Troy had dark black hair that hung past his dark brown eyes and a well-sculpted body. A tattoo of a hummingbird was designed on his left bicep.

Leander answered him immediately, "Come, son, this brother of yours is beating me."

"But dad, even with bro, the results won't change. I can easily beat you both," Adrian answered carelessly.

"Don't forget, Adrian. The one who laughs is nothing. Overconfidence is a dangerous thing," Troy warned.

"Oh...just forget about it, bro. Come and play with us." Adrian answered.

"You can't win every game, I will win this time. Right?" Troy said and threw the ball towards his dad. He threw it towards the goal and it was their first goal. Leander couldn't help but laughed.

"I can win every game," Adrian sadly answered.

As Troy noticed his brother's sadness, he threw the ball towards Adrian, "But my winning depends on one thing."

"And what's that I wonder?" While catching the ball Adrian asked.

"Only if the winner is not my brother," Troy said. They all laughed and hugged each other. After, Adrian left to take a bath.

Leander and Troy sat on a bench. Leander announced that he wanted to gain back the calories than he burned. He was as hungry as a wolf. He proposed to prepare something to eat.

Troy refused. He had to go home and prepare for an important meeting tomorrow.

"Don't go, my son. Work can wait. Life won't pass like this," Dad tried to stop him.

"Work can wait?" Troy asked in a surprised tone. "Mr.Leander, work can't wait. I learned that from you."

"It's true that I used to believe that, but when you are older, your priorities change, son.  That's why I must retire. You may go. But I also wanted to call Adrian. Maybe you'd wanted to chat with him before you go." As he noticed the confusion of his son, he elaborated a little more, " You could share your observation of the girl with him."

A dark colour passed over his face. Troy faked a smile, "It's better if I don't share them. After all, you know I don't like to lie."

"That's so bad. The girl just started, and she is quite good." Dad finalized.

"Well, her first impression showed me that I have to keep my expectations low. Now, excuse me, I must go," Troy answered.

"Okay, leave it be. Take care of yourself. I'm proud of you, don't forget." Dad said, and he bowed his head in response.

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When Adrian entered the office, He saw a girl who was Troy's PA. He chuckled. He touched her shoulder and put his hand over her eyes. As she turned, she spoke, "Adrian, is that you? What are you doing here?"

He held her hand in his, "I was charmed by you. I sware you attract like a magnet."

She laughed and spread her arms wide. "If looking hot and attractive is a crime, they can lock me up. It's okay."

"But you'll get a life sentence. Those who touch you...burn their hands, " he said and gently touched her nose and then, her cheek. "You're too hot."

"You're so sweet," She answered in the same tone. "Are you in love?" She suddenly asked him.

"What would love be doing here?" He questioned in response.

"Don't talk like that. It appears in an unexpected time and place. The moment you fall into its hands, it will burn you up. Don't forget that. Love cannot be understood by words." She explained.

"This topic is not my cup of tea," he answered and left to meet his Bro.

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