Tempting Fate

21 Chapter 21: Are you Upset?

The next day, she frowned because there were so many people at the office for reasons she didn’t understand. Jasmin and Avery were both busy and didn’t see her arrive. Reed was on the other side of the office, Emy noticed. He’s preoccupied with female clients. Reed spotted her and turned to face her, but she quickly averted her look and walked back to her desk. Emy found a coffee cup from a well-known coffee shop with paper attached to it.

Good Morning, Wifey (smiley)

Emy peed at Reed and noticed he was staring at her, so she averted her gaze. She slid her bag beneath her table and headed directly to the washroom. Emy caressed her chest and peered in the mirror as soon as she walked in. She took a glance at herself in the mirror.

She softly slapped her cheeks. Emy had to awaken in a dream. Reed would not like her as much as she began to like him. Reed had warned her from the start that someone like him couldn’t love them, which was the only reason the man approached her as he fulfilled her wish. But she can’t comprehend, even if she tells herself that it’s alright since it’s still possible to have a lover, someone like her. Some of them are single mothers, but they can still find love. She can lose her hymen.

‘I must avoid him. I must suppress my emotions.’ Emy thought.

Meanwhile, Reed stood outside the restroom, waiting. He saw Emy enter after she had avoided his sight twice. What still astounds him is that he can’t read Emy’s thoughts as he used to. He’s leaning against the wall, arms folded, and he gazes at the restroom door. He remembered his conversation with the older man at the bookshop the night before.

“You’re no longer a woman,” Reed said.

“I can be anyone,” the old man said.

.....

“I’d want to ask you a question,” Reed said.

The older man grinned. “Feed me first. I’m hungry,” the old man said.

Reed took the older man to a fast-food restaurant near their bookshop. He got the older man a burger and a Coke. On either side of the table, they sat across from each other.

“That’s not what she asked you; why do you believe you’ve granted her wish?” asked the old man.

“But I saw her weeping. I know she is sincere in her wish that I help her in her miserable life.” Reed said.

“That wish is insincere,” the old man continued to eat, “because if it were, your wings would have grown now, but it doesn’t.”

‘Does it mean what she truly wants is for me to love her?’ Reed thought.

“Things are about to change,” the old man replied.

“Like what?” Reed asked.

“Haist, the meal you gave is delicious. I am completely stuffed.” the old man stood up.

“Wait, where are you going? We’re still talking,” Reed said.

“I’m going. Besides, you won’t receive a response from me,” the old man said.

Reed stood up instantly after the older man left the building. But then it vanished, and he never saw it again.

End of Flashback

‘Does that mean that one change he mentions is that I won’t be able to read Emy’s mind like everyone else?’ Reed thought.

It surprised Emy to see Reed standing in front of her when she opened the door to the washroom. Their gazes locked, but Emy was the first to back away. If Reed had touched her wrist, she would have passed him by.

“Are you avoiding me, Wifey?” Reed asked.

Emy turned to face Reed and smiled softly. “Huh? No, not at all. I’m avoiding having an issue.” Emy said, removing Reed’s grip on her. “Also, don’t call me Wifey anymore, especially if other people are around. They could believe I’m married.”

“What?” Reed asked. “Remember, you are mine.”

“Miss Emy,” Avery said. It surprised Emy when she saw Emy and Reed talking, but too close to each other’s faces. “Ahm, we need you here at the information desk.”

“All right,” Emy said as she turned her back on Reed and walked away.

Reed kept his gaze fixed on Emy as she moved away. “Damn, what’s her problem?” Reed said. “I think I should do something.”

“She seemed to have turned away from you right away... ”

Reed averted his gaze. That voice was familiar to him. Devin stood behind him, his hands in his jeans pockets, staring at him.

“Why are you here?” Reed asked.

Devin smirked. “Isn’t it clear yet? I’m going to keep an eye on what you do,” Devin said.

“You will gain nothing out of what you’re doing,” Reed said as he turned away from Devin.

“Do you truly want my help?” Devin asked. “You can get that woman without even breaking a sweat.”

Reed came to a halt and faced Devin once more. “You know I can do it if I want to...”

“Why don’t you do it then? Why are you still making things tough on yourself when there is an easy way? Also, that human has nothing to be proud of; you have her virginity.” Devin said.

Reed moved closer to Devin. “If you don’t understand, don’t intervene,” Reed said as he turned his back on Devin.

Devin looked at Reed with a cheeky grin on his face.

——-

“Yes, sir, that place is child-friendly.” Also, because the unit you selected is near the clubhouse, it will be ideal for your children. Today’s children are so fascinated with gadgets that they no longer enjoy being children.” Emy said.

“You’re correct; that’s one issue my wife and I have,” the man said.

Reed is watching Emy from his office upstairs. Thanks to the glass wall, he could see what was going on below. Emy seemed to have convinced the couple to go tripping after speaking with them. That couple is a potential buyer. Emy introduces Avery to the couple, and Emy approaches a man. Reed could read others’ thoughts but not her thoughts.

Reed’s face furrowed as he read the man’s thoughts.

‘This woman is stunning.’ Is she already dating someone? Hopefully, she’s still single...’

“And you truly have a plan with my wife?” Reed whispered.

Emy handed the man the brochure for the units they were offering and the little model houses she showed him.

“Ah, for my parents,” the man said.

“Parents? Sir, aren’t you married yet?” Emy asked.

The man laughed. “I don’t have a girlfriend. I should look for a girlfriend first.”

“I’m sorry, sir. I haven’t encountered a bachelor who plans to purchase a home for his parents.” Emy said. “Usually, our customers are families or soon-to-be families. Sorry, I didn’t mean to offend you, sir.”

“As a seaman, I come home every six months.” I wish my family and I had privacy when I got home. In the province, it’s hard to speak. ” the man said.

Emy laughed faintly. “Yes, you’re correct,” Emy recalls from their days as squatters. Because of the gossip that permeates every corner of that place, everyone who lives there has nothing to hide.

“When is the schedule tripping? Before I decide, I’d like to show my parents the location.” the man said.

“Ah, sir,” Emy replied. Emy took a step back and approached Jasmin.

Reed stepped down the stairs and saw everyone come to a halt. No one moves them, not even outside the building. Reed approached the man. He locked his gaze on its face.

“You know, you’re not as handsome as I am. “Stop being candy to my wife,” Reed said.

Reed took his wallet out and examined it inside. There were IDs and cash in there. And a photo of two older couples.

“Are these your parents? I don’t think they’ll live in the house you were buying,” Reed asked of the guy.

Reed returned the wallet to the man’s pocket, and everything moved again flashily. It also surprised the man to see Reed in front of him.

“Here’s my advice for you. Build a house in your province,” Reed said.

“What?” the man asked in shock.

“Your parents are familiar with the place. I believe they can’t settle someplace....” Reed said. Emy approached the two men. “Like this?”

“Sir, what are you saying?” Emy asked Reed.

“Think carefully. How will your parents live in this home?” Reed replied without looking at Emy. “Even if you send them money, they will continue to live everyday lives. ”

“Sir, please accept my apologies...” Emy said to their male customer.

The man smiled. “You make a valid argument. My parents would never live in a place like this. Okay, I’m leaving. I appreciate your help, Miss.”

“Wait, sir,” Emy said, but the man turned his back and exited their office.

Reed confronted Emy angrily. “What are you up to?” Emy whispered.

“What do you think?” Reed asked.

Emy took a peek around before turning her gaze to Reed. “Let’s talk.”

Emy walked away quickly and calmly, followed by Reed. Reed followed Emy to the pantry. Reed approached Emy as soon as he walked in.

“Do you realize what you did?” Emy asked.

“What is the issue? What gets you angry?” Reed asked.

“You drove away from our potential customer. Why did you say that? We’re out of his personal life.” It irritated Emy.

“How do you contact know he is a potential customer? Because he grew interested in the unit? Because he’s into tripping?” Reed asked.

“Yes. He’s a potential consumer,” Emy said.

“He will not buy the unit,” Reed said.

“How did you know?” Emy asked.

.....

Reed remained silent, looking at Emy. Emy realized what she was asking. ‘Damn, I forgot he wasn’t a human,’ Emy thought.

“You’re not listening to what he’s saying,” Reed replied.

“What?” Emy asked.

“He gave you a hint,” Reed said. “His parents are from the province. Simple logic, wifey.”

Emy took a deep breath. Even if Reed has a fair argument, they still lose the customer.

“He may purchase a house for himself or his future family.” You immediately seized the initiative. You are meddling with our work without awareness. ” Emy said.

“Tell me, are you upset with what I did, or are you upset with me?” Reed said.

“Because of what you did,” Emy said.

Reed moved closer to Emy, but she instantly pulled away. “There are still customers outside,” Emy replied as she swiftly turned her back on Reed.

On the other hand, Reed grasped her wrist and drew her closer to his body. When Emy turned around, he held her with one hand on her hips and the other on the back of her head. Reed kissed Emy on the lips and wouldn’t let her go. Reed gave Emy a short kiss as she strained against his hands.

‘Damn, here’s his kiss again,’ Emy thought.

Emy placed both hands on Reed’s neck when she had calmed down. She groaned into Reed’s mouth. She, too, had not tasted that kiss in a long time. Reed sucked on Emy’s tongue and lip, tasting every inch of her mouth.

“Damn, Wifey, I miss you!” Reed whispered, sliding his lip away and resting it on Emy’s forehead.

Both of them gasped after that rough kiss. Emy gasped and looked at Reed. She couldn’t understand why that man affected her, although he wasn’t human. Also, she only likes him and does not love him yet, but no matter how furious she is with him, just a kiss from him makes her weak again.

“Ah, I’m coming out,” Emy said. “Perhaps someone will see us.”

She hurriedly withdrew her body from Reed and exited the room. Reed grinned and touched his lips.