The sound of my phone ringing blared into my ears. My eyes opened up but not enough to know what was going on. I extended my arm, still flat out on my stomach, I grabbed hold of my phone. I pressed the screen a few times, trying to answer the call.

"What?" I answered in a drowned sleepy tone.

"Good morning to you." Sarah said sarcastically.

"Shit. Sarah. I'm sorry. Good morning." I responded, feeling like an idiot for answering the phone like that.

"Are you still in bed? You do realise it's one in the afternoon?" Sarah questioned, I could feel her eyebrows raising in judgment at me.

Instead of giving her answer, I just mumbled.

Sarah let out a sigh. "Get your arse out of bed. I want to meet up with you."

At this point my eyes were wide open. "What about your mum?"

"She'll be okay for a few hours, also my sister is coming down. So, are you going to get your lazy arse out of bed?"

"Yes." I screamed ecstatically, "Give me an hour."

"Perfect! Meet me at Jo's Cafe."

"Got it. See you later."

"See you later." Sarah chuckled whilst ending the call.

I giggled in excitement at the thought of seeing Sarah, it was something I needed. I pushed myself up from the bed, I turned around to sit. That's when I remembered why I had woken up so late.

My mouth fell open. My pyjamas were on the floor, the top near the bathroom door, my shorts all the way near the window. The bed sheet that was covering me was scruffy, as if a dog came jumping on the bed. I looked down towards my body and gasped at the memories flashing back to me.

Shit! Alexander! I had sex with him! My goodness, I had sex with my boss.

My mind went into panic mode. I looked over towards the right side, the space was empty. His scent still lingering, I inhaled through my nose, remembering every sensation I was feeling last night. I couldn't help but giggle like a little child who had done something naughty.

I then started to overthink. Where has he gone? Did he regret it? How will I be able to work in his presence? I brushed these thoughts out of my head. I got out of bed, when I stood up to walk towards the bathroom, my legs felt like jelly, but the sharp stabbing pain from my foot overtook.

I hopped in to the shower, turning it on the slightly colder side. The cool temperature of the water hit my body, I deeply exhaled, feeling relaxed. I closed my eyes, running my hands through my hair, remembering Alexander's overpowering hands all over me. I giggled once again, shaking my head.

After a good thirty minutes in the shower, I got out and scanned through my clothes. I opted to wear a black high neck blouse, covered in a ditsy floral print. I paired it with light blue jeans. My hair was still slightly damp, brushing the knots, I loosely put my hair into a low bun.

My phone buzzed, I checked to see a message from Sarah, letting me know that's she was at Jo's Cafe, waiting for me. When I head towards the front doors, Maggie called out my name. I turned around to see her waving a set of car keys. My eyes widened as I noticed they were my car keys.

"My car." I exclaimed, taking the keys from Maggie.

"Mr Pierce brought your car."

I let out a chuckle. "He's a life saver. Speaking of Mr Pierce, is he home?"

"No." Maggie responded shaking her head. "He left in the morning, came back with your car, then left again."

"Oh right." I felt a bit disappointed. "Never mind, if he comes back just let him know I've gone out to meet Sarah."

"Of course, I'll tell him." Maggie said with her dazzling, gentle, friendly smile.

When I pushed past the door, I saw my car. My black Volkswagen Golf, it was nothing compared to the lavish cars Alexander had, but it was still my prized possession. I sat into my car, welcomed by the sweet strawberry smell, from the air freshener hanging by the rear-view mirror.

***

Entering the cafe, I felt a sense of familiarity. The baristas were rushing and milling around, busy serving customers. Several black steel stools situated towards the right side of the counter, occupied by various people, watching the world go by as they sipped their coffee. The rustic wooden tables towards the left, are also full with people as they chatted amongst each other.

The aroma of coffee made its way to my nose. I inhaled the nutty, with a hint of sweetness, smell. The sudden craving for coffee enabled my mouth to salivate. Before ordering my drink, I scanned the room, Sarah sitting in the far corner.

Making my way over, I noticed another person on the table. Sarah noticed me walking towards her, she nudged the person. They turned around and I came to a standstill. My stomach twisted and turned at the sight of this person. Someone who I wasn't ready to see.

Calum.

Anger automatically took over. I stormed my way over to the table.

"What the hell are you doing here?" I growled, gritting my teeth.

"Louisa. You came, I've missed you." Calum said so innocently, as if he had done nothing wrong.

"I'm sorry, this was all me." Sarah let out, breaking my attention away from Calum.

"What do you mean?" I raised my eyebrows.

"He wouldn't stop pestering me. He really wanted to talk. Please Louisa just listen to him, for me?" Sarah held onto my hand.

My anger soon faded away. It was impossible to feel such anger towards Sarah. I nodded my head. Sarah got up, giving me her seat.

"I'll let you guys talk. If you need me, I'll be in town, just ring me." Sarah whispered whilst giving me a hug. She then left and I was alone with Calum.

I hesitantly placed myself opposite him. His brown chestnut hair, combed in place, but still slightly scruffy. His eyes looked heavy with sorrow, as if he hadn't had any sleep. I noticed a slight shadow of his facial hair creeping onto his face. He was dressed in a white tank top, paired with a green checked open shirt, black jeans, completing the look.

He extended his arms across the table, opening his hands, waiting for me to place my hand in his. I ignored his gesture.

"I am so sorry; I made a mistake. Louisa, I've really missed you-"

"A mistake?" I cut him off. "That wasn't a mistake. You completely shattered my heart. Do realise how much I cried for you? You broke me."

My vision was now blurry, water started filtering into my tear ducts, ready to fall down my face. I looked towards the ceiling making sure nothing rolled. I had enough of crying over Calum.

"I messed up." Calum mumbled. "I messed up big time. I was an idiot. I regret everything. I wish I never went to that place. I was a mess when you left. It made me realise how special our relationship was. Louisa, I love you so much. You might not believe me but I do. I can't live without you."

The overwhelming feeling of pain and heartbreak was all I could feel right. I placed my hand on my forehead, lowering my head, taking in Calum's words.

"Why? I just want to know why?" I said, still not making eye contact with Calum.

"I wasn't thinking. I was in a bad place in my head. I should have opened up to you. My first time going, I was drunk, but it became an addiction."

His words felt like they were stabbing my heart. It was like a constant sharp pain, jabbing over and over into my heart.

"I know I fucked up." Calum continued. "Losing you made me realise how much I need you and love you. I've been sorting myself out in this past week. Louisa I've got a job, I start my new job on Monday."

My head instantly shot up. Those were words I thought I'd never hear from his mouth.

"What are you talking about?" I questioned, intrigued to find out more.

"It's nothing great, I'll be working in a call centre, providing car insurance. I got a call this morning, telling me I got the job."

I felt like my heart was softening up. My sadness slowly being replaced by the love I once had for Calum. He fumbled around in his pocket, taking out a small black box, he's got up from his seat and kneeled in front of me. The box was opened up and I saw a silver petite ring, with a diamond in the middle.

A realisation came crashing down on me like a tonne of bricks. Covering my mouth, I gasped in shock. My breathing became shaky.

"I am nothing without you. You are my life. We were always a team; I want to go back to being us. I want to prove to you I've changed. I know you still love me deep down. We always used to talk about this day. Louisa Watts will you marry me?"

My hands started to tremble, I opened my mouth to try and say something, but I was unable to form words. People in the cafe were watching us.

"Calum... I." I stuttered.

It felt like my brain was about to explode. I was hit with a wave of emotions. Thinking back to the good times we had. I had known this man for seven years. He was all I had ever known. I looked in his eyes and all I saw is remorse and regret, I knew he felt disgusted and horrified by his actions.

"I promise you I am a changed man. I want to make you happy. I want to live my life with you, only you."

I listened and took in all his words. I had always dreamt of this day; the day Calum would go down on one knee and propose.

I took a deep breath.

"Yes. Okay I'll marry you."

Calum's face shone with happiness. I held out my left hand, shaking. He slid the ring on. He propped himself up, holding my hands, pulling me up to him. He cupped my face and landed a sweet kiss on my lips, bringing me closer into a hug. Everyone in the cafe started to clap.

As I was hugging Calum, I stared into the distance. The kiss felt different. His kiss didn't send electricity down my body. I didn't feel warm. Something was missing, but I ignored it. I pulled out of the hug to kiss him again. Yet again, something was absent. I should have got butterflies, but I didn't.

I then remembered Alexander. Our passionate night. The night that should have never happened.

A/N

Oh dear... just when you think after their steamy night they would have given each other a chance, Calum swoops by and proposes!?!?

Was Louisa right to say yes?

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