OFFICE LOVE: CHAPTERS 41 – 50
By Authoress Succy
Chapter 42
Evelyn came back with a glass of water and handed it to Martin.
“Here,” she stretched the glass cup towards him, which he took. Evelyn gently took the sleeping beauty from him and walked to the room, leaving the two men.
The three adults sat on the couch, watching the movie.
“So this movie is all about a girl who got a job at her ex-office, and they can’t seem to let go of each other again,” Haris explained, and Evelyn just glared at him.
“It’s just like I knew he was coming,” he muttered to himself, but Evelyn heard him and then hit him on his head, making him groan.
Martin just stared at them silently.
“I am starting to like him,” he thought, staring at Haris.
“Yeah, you are right. I like the movie though,” Martin said, shoving popcorn into his mouth and drinking juice, while Evelyn gulped down nervously.
“It’s just like talking about us,” Martin whispered in her ear, making her gulp down, and she quickly stood up.
She really didn’t want to feel awkward around him.
“I will get more popcorn,” she said and rushed towards the kitchen, and Martin chuckled.
He suddenly felt so happy that he came here. It was fun for him, and he couldn’t stop smiling.
“Do you really think you can pass the test, and even if you do, will you change after that?” Haris asked, and Martin sighed.
“You can’t change, but you can change for her. Calm down, Martin. I mean, you are a man who gets angry easily. I study people easily.
“I know what you’re like, and I can tell you 80% about what my friend likes.
You just need to work on yourself,” Haris said, and Martin sighed. It was really getting to him. He just wants Evelyn to be his.
“Come on, man, talk to her,” Haris tapped his shoulder and stood up.
“You got this, I’m feeling sleepy already.” He yawned loudly and walked to the room.
Almost immediately, Evelyn came out of the room only to see Martin. She looked around and frowned when she didn’t see Haris.
“Where is Haris?”
“He said he’s feeling sleepy.”
Evelyn frowned and tried to walk away, but Martin grabbed hold of her hand, making the popcorn fall to the ground.
“I want to talk to you.”
“Martin, if it’s about the movie, forget it. If you don’t change, I am never dating you,” she said and tried to walk away, but Martin wouldn’t allow her.
He grabbed her waist and dragged her closer to him. Their lips were a few inches away, and they seemed to be lost in each other’s eyes.
“Evelyn, I can’t stop thinking about you. Please, just give me a chance,” he said pleadingly, and Evelyn sighed.
“I might pass the test, but it will not change me. Just five days… but trust me, Evelyn, I am ready to change for you.
Just give me some time,” he said softly, but Evelyn didn’t say anything and just kept staring at him.
“You have filled that special place in my heart, Evelyn, and I just can’t wait for you to be mine. The sound of your laughter is like music to my ears.
I can’t wait for you to be mine, and I can’t wait to make more memories with you. You make me so happy just by being yourself.
I just want to grow old with you, Evelyn. Being with you feels so right. Hearing your voice brings so much joy to me. I just can’t get enough of you.”
“Martin…” she called softly, tears already flowing from her eyes, but he interrupted her by placing his finger on her lips.
“Let me speak first, Eve.”
“I might not be the perfect man you have always dreamt of, but I am ready, Eve. I am ready to be that perfect man for you.
I can’t live without you.
Being apart from you those years ago almost ruined my life. You mean the world to me, Evelyn.
Being with you trumps other plans,” he removed the strand of hair from her face and kssed her tears away.
“When I hold you in my arms, I feel so lucky. I love being with you so much. I wish time could stand still when we are together.
Seeing your smile is the best part of my day,” he said, and Evelyn couldn’t help but smile.
“Please, Eve,” he held her hand gently while Evelyn couldn’t help but cry.
“Be mine forever, Eve. Let’s get back together,” he said softly, and Evelyn laughed and hugged him tightly.
“Yes, Martin, let’s get back together,” she said softly, still hugging him.
He didn’t know how he found those sweet words, but they were from his heart.
This moment is a moment to recall…
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