Chapter 20

The next few weeks were so amazing. Austin and I had so much fun, not only under the sheets but also hanging out like normal couples. I was starting to get to know him better and was happy that we were making progress. I decided to take it very slowly so that he wouldn't freak out and run for the hills. We hung out mostly at my house after work and I made him watch all kinds of romantic shit. He never complained even once but we never watched even a single movie fully as he couldn't keep his hands to himself. I was loving, every second of being with him and he made me feel so fucking happy.

I couldn't wipe the stupid smile off my office as I walked outside the elevator, making my way towards my cubicle.

"Damn, you are glowing, girl." Anna whistled, making my eyes go wide.

"Shhhh, stop it," I grinned as I leaned against her desk.

"So what's going between you and that sexy hunk?" she raised her eyebrows and I sighed dreamily.

"We are just seeing each other, Anna but he is unbelievable," I held my heart in a dramatic manner, which made her chuckle.

"I miss eating lunch with you, girl. He keeps whisking you away always." She pouted and I gave her an apologetic smile.

"How are things between you and Liam?" I asked, playing with the paperweight on her desk.

"It's pretty good, we just did it last week and oh my God, it was the best sex of my life," she whispered.

"Ewww, not the sex details, Anna." I grimaced and she laughed at my reaction, "Anyway, happy for you." I winked, walking past her desk to my cubicle.

I was having a good day until Dylan came to my cubicle. Ugh, not this again. I wanted to yell at him to go away. He couldn't take no for an answer.

"Hey, babydoll," I cringed at his horrible nickname and tried to keep myself busy.

"What now?" I asked, without meeting his gaze.

"How about a cup of coffee?" he leaned against my desk and I could smell his intoxicating cologne.

"For the millionth time, I am seeing someone. Please go away," I tried to sound as polite as possible but he just kept ticking me.

"There is nothing wrong in two employees, having a cup of coffee,"

Jesus Christ, this man.

"But I'm not interested, asshole" I blurted, making his eyes go wide. He stomped off angrily while I let out a huge sigh of relief. Halfway through my work, I heard my phone go off and instantly smiled at the caller ID.

"Hey, pretty boy," I grinned widely, knowing fully well that he wouldn't be able to see me.

"Boy? You know very well how much of a man I am," came his deep voice through the phone, making me squeeze my thighs in an instant.

"Yeah, whatever, what's up?" I asked, rolling my eyes, trying to hide the fact that I was feeling all hot and bothered just at the sound of his deep voice.

"I don't think I'll be able to take you out for lunch today," he sighed and I heard some shuffling in the background.

"Busy day huh?" I asked, playing with a strand of my hair.

"Yeah, the only thing I'm looking forward to is to see you tonight," he said, making my heart flutter.

"Me too," I replied in a low voice.

"Uhhh...I looked into the person who filed the lawsuit and... you were right, Dan was behind the whole thing," he stated, making me gasp.

"Oh my god, I'm so sorry, Austin. I really hoped that he wouldn't be involved in this," I said in a worried tone and realized how angry and hurt he must be right now.

"Me too, At least I saw it coming, thanks to you Miss. Smartypants," he replied, making me smile at his comment.

"How are you feeling?" I asked, hoping I wasn't pushing too much.

"Way Better, now that I'm talking to you."

"Thanks, for telling me, Austin. It means a lot to me." I whispered, feeling happy that he was starting to open up and be comfortable with me little by little. He remained silent and I could hear his breathing on the other side of the phone.

"Aren't you gonna say something?" I asked, making him chuckle.

"I'm just glad that you are there in my life," he stated, taking me by surprise.

"Awww, that so sweet." I cooed and imagined him rolling his eyes.

"See you later tonight, preferably naked and wet for me," he breathed out and I decided to tease him a bit.

"Oh yeah, I might just leave on my red lace underwear that I'm wearing right one," I whispered through the phone and heard him groan.

"Fuck, stop torturing me, Emma." He growled, making me blush hard.

"Goodbye, Mr.Willams." I giggled and cut the call, smiling like a fool. I couldn't wait to get home to see him. He became a huge part of my life instantly and I didn't know what I would do without him. The rest of the day went by fine and once the clock struck 6, I collected my things to go home. I said my goodbyes to Liam and Anna, making my way towards the elevator. Once I was out of the building, I was about to unlock my car from the parking lot when I bumped into someone, making my keys fall to the ground.

"Shit, I'm so sorry," I muttered and was about to bend down to pick my keys.

"I'll get it," I heard a familiar deep voice and looked up to see who it was.

Holy shit!

I felt like the air was knocked out of my lungs and my eyes went wide in shock. Of all the people in New York City, I had to run into him.

"Justin?"