Mr. CEO // c.h //

Chapter Ten

*Calum's P.O.V*

I was loving this business trip so far. Athena was by my side and I'm really happy that she is here and not another girl. She makes me feel so good that I feel so miserable for not getting my strength back to not fall in love. But it was impossible, and she was impossible.

This morning, when we were going to our last meeting, I told her I wanted to take her out to have dinner at a really good restaurant. Surprisingly, she said yes and you can or can't imagine how happy I am. 

My day went really good and slower than I thought, making me eating me all inside out. Time doesn't stop ticking and as the hours rushed, I was getting nervous.

Many questions ran my mind. What if she does not feel the same way? I know she might feel something by the way she is looking at me. But what if she doesn't stay with me and deny us? She can't do that. She can't give up that easily.

Although Elle doesn't like me, the boys have been in speaking terms with me. They talked about Athena and oh boy, Michael has a feeling for her. I like that boy as my brother and knowing that somehow I'm competing with him to get Athey's heart (note the nickname I've been in love with), it makes my head hurt. And what makes my heart hurt is that fact that deep down I know and understand that if she doesn't want to be with me, she will have Michael, that will love her and protect her no matter what. I want to be like him...

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“This way, Mr and Mrs Hood. Your table is just as where you wanted, sir."

“Thank you. Can you bring us the menu before you grab our drink, please?" I replied and smiled widely. Hearing this boy saying “Mr and Mrs Hood" was something I truly loved to hear; however, I felt, under my touch, an uncomfortable Athena. I tried hard to feel happy than hurt by that.

“Of course, Mr. Hood. Will you prefer our best wine?" The boy replied instantly.

“If that is possible, than bring it."

The boy nodded and went away to obey the orders I had already declared while being here, sitting in a restaurant with the girl I have been fond of. I was having a conflict, though. Her hand was resting above the table, perfectly near from mine. I was fighting the urge to not pick her hand up and kiss it.

The air was tense, but I was glad that the boy had arrived with a bottle of wine which, after tasting it, I liked. Athena looked to the with her eyebrows furrowed, reading seriously the options she had.

I did the same. And after making a sign, the boy from earlier come and took our orders.

“Well, I want a fillet mignon, please. With risotto." I darted my attention to Athey. “Athena?"

“I just want a salad, please." She genuinely smiled and the boy went away. “Calum, I want to thank you for bringing me here."

“It is okay. I wanted to make this a little while ago, actually. But I'm happy that you accepted this time." I smiled and couldn't dare to take my eyes off of her. She turned her head down, but it was noticeable the mile on her face.

At least she is happy... And smiling, I thought.

***
Dinner went pretty well. This night was the number one in my Top and thehappiness all fell made all of this full of... Living and... Friendship like we have known each other for years, when actually, I just finished truly knowing her.

Nevertheless, I had to face her and tell her what has been in my mind fot days and days.

We fibally and unfortunately reached her hotel room door.

"That was really good, Calum. Dinner was fantastic and you were... funny." Athena quietly said, while turning her body to me. I was surprised to hear her saying that.

"I loved dinner too. And it is always a pleasure making someone so beautiful as you smiling and laughing. You are such a beautiful girl, Athena. What are you doing to me?" I sincerely replied. My body was aching for her touch and seeing her so beautiful just as she was in that right moment, I went slowly to her and pull my face closer to her. I needed a kiss, at least.

"I'm doing nothing, Calum." She stepped back from my desperate self. "You know I'm not ready for this."

"I don't care if you are ready or not. Give me a chance... give us a chance." I can't take a no for answer, pretty girl. I reached her once again and put one hand in her face, stroking her cheek while the other  flied to her waist.

"I'm sorry, Calum. I-I... can't. And if you don't care I'm ready, well, I care. I don't want to fall right now at you knees and do whatever you want like I'm your slave. You have to change, Calum. I'm afraid of you. I don't want anyone playing with my heart. Not anymore. If you want to be friend, fine! But I want you to take it seriously." She locked our eyes. Even angry, she still be beautiful.

"I will do anything to have you in my arms and until I finally can yell that you are mine." My mouth pronounced before I couldn't even remake my thoughts.

"Fine. I'm off to sleep. Good night, Calum." She angrily declared. I saw there was no point on trying to keep her. I nodded my head and started to walk away.

"I- I-... Good night, Athena." I turned my head down just as how she managed to do a few hours ago and quietly whispered to her. I have to control myself from now on.

I decided to walk slowly to my own room just to hear her close her door so I could be more relieved.

I am genuinely falling in love with her.
And that's it, I finally admitted to myself.

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*Athena's P.O.V*

My mind has drifted from sleep ever since I laid my head. Calum's touch still tickle in my face and in my waist.

I was more shocked that for once I defended myself without needing someone to help me.

I think I hurt him a little, but there is nothing than having respect for your wishes and he needs to learn that he hasn't to own everything and anything.

I turned my body to my left side, confronting the watch that was standing in the bedside table. It read 01:30 AM. It was the perfect time to have a relaxing shower that will help me to have a clear mind.

It was driving me crazy just how he managed to have me so fast in his hands. I told myself once that I was never going to make the same mistake, but here I am, vulnerable and ready to face the Mistake that has been taking place in my mind so much more often than it ever did.

It was Calum that was turning my life upside down.

And as much as I hate to say it, I can't think of anything that the worst: my heart is winning and I'm falling in love with him.

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