What in the hell just happened?

Multiple emotions ran through me as I laid in bed trying to wrap my mind around what happened at the club last night. I wanted to believe it was a dream, but too much stuff happened to make me even consider that for a second.

From unexpectedly meeting Cole, to hearing and running away from gunshots, to blushing like a maniac and yearning for the touch from the one man I was supposed to hate. I didn't anticipate my night to end like that, but I couldn't help but want it to happen again.

It had been a while since a man touched me, and the way Cole did made butterflies erupt in my stomach and my mind go hazy. His touch was a mix of firm and gentle and I wanted nothing more than to relish in it. His position in my life was the only thing that stopped me from completely enjoying it.

When I finally registered it was him, it felt like I was betraying my father for even looking in his direction, but here I was sitting alone in my bed, wanting him to touch me the same way he did at the club. Here I was wanting his eyes and attention on me and only on me, not caring about any other woman on this planet.

It was ironic to think about how at first I didn't want anything to do with him, and that wasn't even a week ago, and now here I was wanting everything he had to offer. I wanted the fame, the recognition, the popularity, the power. Everything he had to his name I yearned for and I couldn't help but wonder if he could be my guide to it all.

I shook my head, not wanting to dwell on the severly complicated matters and got out of bed to wake Savannah up. I could tell from the sun shining through the blinds that it was close to the afternoon, and even though I was a little hung over, I still decided to go to work. Why? Possibly to forget.

Usually I was the one to fight back at the slightest inconvenience, I supposed that was why I spoke to him that way when he unashamedly stared at me. It wasn't a problem to me, not even a little bit, but I wasn't used to it. I wasn't used to a male's attention anymore since I forced myself to stay inside my home. It felt elevating to finally accept that someone other than Savannah found me attractive, but like a coping mechanism, I retreated.

To my dismay, he shut me down, fairly quickly. Another thing I wasn't used to. I had quite the attitude and mouth and I was aware of that, and dealing with Hakeem always boiled my blood, but even he knew not to cross the line. Dealing with Cole though was the complete opposite. His fingers grazing my chin, forcing me to look up at him made me feel something that I've never had before. It made me feel like I had to submit to him and when our gazes finally connected, I could tell I unwillingly did.

Well, Julia did.

In an instant, I cursed myself for giving him the fake name, but it was on impulse. I knew I couldn't give him my real one since it was well aware around the world who Navehya Robinson was. Despite them not knowing the full details, they knew who I worked for and our company's history. It was too great of a risk to even believe we would go somewhere with the bullshit between our fathers, but it was enough to keep the border there.

I finally decided to roll out of bed after checking my phone to read the time as 12:00 pm. Oddly enough I thought it would've been later than that due to my hang over, but nonetheless continued to make my way to my closet. I pulled out a red turtle neck shirt, black latex jeans, my red pumps, and black suit coat. I wanted to feel the same way I felt last night, with everyone's attention on me, and red was the main color that brought that confidence and sterness out of me. It completely contrasted my comfort color, navy blue.

With my clothes in hand, I walked into my bathroom, showered, and got dressed hurriedly since I was supposed to be at work several hours ago. It wouldn't hurt Hakeem though, for him, it was best when I arrived later than usual so he could slack off while the workers continued to run the company like I do.

I shook the pestering thoughts away, not wanting them to sour my mood, and sprayed my perfume on before grabbing my purse and phone. I walked into Savannah's room since both of our phones were dead and chose to wake her up since I knew she didn't like sleeping in like that. Which was weird coming from her.

I pulled the covers back from her sleeping face and smiled softly seeing that her features matched perfectly with her gentle breathing. It took everything in me to not get the blow horn.

I shook her softly and she stirred a little as her nose scrunched in annoyance. I chuckled at her reaction and continued to shake her, a little harder this time.

"Savannah." I whispered and her eyes finally parted slightly

I smiled as I moved back a bit so she could stretch and when she looked at me again, she sent me a lazy grin.

"Damn, how long have I been out?" She asked puzzedly and I shrugged

"We made it home around one last night, so–" I paused, checking my watch again to see that it was now 12:52 pm

"–about ten to eleven hours." I finished and she nodded, rolling the covers off of her

She got out of the bed and stumbled to her bathroom, but before she could, I called out to her.

"I'm leaving for work okay? Food is in the fridge in case you get hungry and on the table, there's a glass of water and tablets you can take in case you have a hangover. I love you, see you later."

She threw her thumb up in response and I simply nodded before leaving out of her room. I walked to the front door and instantly dialed Harry so he could pick me up since I knew I wasn't in the mindset to drive myself. So much stuff was bothering me and I knew with my brain going crazy, I'd end up in a ditch somewhere.

Suddenly, my phone dinged once I ended the call, and I saw that it was another email from Anderson Corporations. My jaw clenched as memories from last night flooded my mind.

Being around Cole for the smallest amount of time corrected all of my suspicions about him. He was impulsive and attentive. He took notice of my body language and used it to his advantage, getting in my brain at the same time. It was an achievement on his end since he believed I was a random woman at the club, but it petrified me since I knew the truth.

Shaking my head for the third time today, I tried to focus my attention on the email and bit my lip to train my eyes on the words in front of me.

Good morning Ms. Robinson, I noticed that you did not reply to the email about the arrangement prior to Mr. Anderson's landing, so we wanted to email you once more to ensure your comfortability about this meeting. If you could please message us before 1:30 PM, that would be best, so we do not get behind on our schedule.

Thank you and have a blessed day.

Signed Rebecca Porter, Personal Assistant of Cole Anderson at Anderson Corporations.

I replayed the email back and forth in my mind and the hairs on my neck stood up since this was the second message they've sent me about this negotiation. I didn't want to expect the worst, but I couldn't help it. After decades of our companies being in competition, why did an alliance even sound beneficial to them?

I sighed dramatically and looked out the window to calm my nerves, and suddenly Harry's car tires rolled over the granite and rocks in my driveway. I smiled, walked out the front door, locked it behind me, and met him at the car door. He got out to open the door for me, and I thanked him while getting in.

"Morning miss." He welcomed in a light tone as I settled myself in the seat

"Morning Harry." I replied with a gentle and kind smile

He beamed one back at me and walked back to his side of the car and hopped in. He started the car and reversed out of the driveway and started the drive to the company. Upon seeing the fluffy white clouds in the sky, all of my worried vanished. Well, that was until I remembered about the email.

I gulped, bringing out my phone to read it again. There were so many red flags that circled my thoughts, but I dismissed them, letting my guard down for the slightest bit so I could respond in peace.

Good morning Ms. Porter, I apologize for not writing back to you last week, I was caught up with other manners that were important to FR Inc. Anyways, I do accept Mr. Anderson's request to arranging a negotiation for a possible alliance. If you don't mind it though, can I also make a request from your company?

Signed Navehya Robinson, Co-Owner of FR Inc.

After I finished, I hit send without hesitation simply wanting to get the worst part over with. I was crossing so many boundaries with that one message, but something in me disregarded it. Yet, the biggest boundary I was about to cross involved my request. I wanted Cole alone. I wanted the meeting to be between us only since I knew how my brother would react to his unexpected arrival.

It was so fucking risky, but I couldn't seem to care the way I knew my brother would. Maybe it was because I spent the entirety of last night thinking about those grey eyes boring into mines as they forced me to make eye contact with them. Maybe it was because I wanted to feel Cole's body heat and presence close to mines, without distractions, just like at the club.

Regardless what the answer was, I knew my request was a type of personal gain more than anything.

Suddenly, my phone's notification went off again and I damn near broke my neck trying to see if it was her.

It is alright Ms. Robinson, your late reply does not penalize you, but sure thing, what is your request?

Her email was much shorter than mine, but to the point, and I instantly started to rethink the situation. Oh well, it was too late to turn back now.

Thank you and my request is simply that Mr. Anderson does not meet with Mr. Robinson and I in the main conference room, but in my office instead. Concerning your initial email, you requested my silence of this arrangement, so to ensure it, I am requesting if we maintain it and have the meeting in my office?

Again, I hit send without looking over my message, and internally hoped she would agree. I returned my attention to the sky and clouds that surrounded the sun, but after a few minutes of her not responding, I grew worried.

What if she thought I was stupid for asking to have Cole all to myself? Oh God, what if she thought I was trying to make a move on him behind closed doors?

The thoughts started to hit me like a freight train and I couldn't help but completely regret everything.

Before I could entirely lose my sanity though, Harry pulled into the company's parking lot and I couldn't have been more grateful. The thought of breathing in some fresh air calmed me down immediately and I eventually felt my breathing pattern return to normal. When Harry finally found a parking spot closer to the entrance doors, he parked and let me out. Before I closed the door though, I crouched down to his eye level between the seats.

"See you later Harry, I'll be going out for lunch, so around 4 you can pick me up." I instructed and he simply nodded

With his response, I closed the door, and walked into the building, instantly noticing Angela talking on the phone. Not wanting to disturb her, I waved my hand to her and she smiled softly, waving back to me before going back to paying attention to the phone call. I continued making my way through the lobby when I suddenly remembered about my office keys.

My pace slowed down on its own until I was a few steps in front of the elevator, and I brought my purse closer to me so I could check for them. After a few minutes of searching, I finally found them and sighed in relief, walking into the elevator.

I pushed the top button with my thumb and unexpectedly, my phone dinged making me look down at it. As soon as I did though, someone's large hand broke between the elevator doors before they could close. A gasp escaped my lips as I gazed at the black ink that covered the individual's knuckles and wrist, and when the doors finally opened, my breath hitched in my throat, immediately leaving it dry as I instantly realized who it was.

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Hehe, I chose more drama.

It won't be much... For now, but it'll suffice. Things are about to start picking up now so I hope you're ready for it!

Also, any thoughts of how this meeting will go?? Will there be an instant recognition and connection or will it be a chaotic whirlwind. I guess you'll find that out next chapter...

Anyways I hope you liked it.

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-Imacrazyprincess❤