CHAPTER 24 - THE KISS AND MAKE-UP
Ben was still holding his and phone while staring at Courtney’s number. He is still not sure what to say or how on begin his apology and he knew for fact that it’s very informal to just apology over the phone so he chose to do it in person. He went home early to get ready and make sure to select the best outfit to look presentable. He grabbed the car key and drove off to his destination. Ben heart was pounding like a thousand drum when he heard the soft yell coming from the inside.
“Ben.” Courtney opened the door in awe.
"Hi." Ben felt the awkwardness between them.
It was very uncomfortable because both of them are can’t even have an eye contact. Ben tried to have an eye contact first but Courtney avoided looking his way but didn’t fail to notice Ben’s outfit. He is wearing black pants with blue long-sleeve while the coat is over his hand.
"Hi." She answered still with half closed door.
“I uhmm… I came to pick you up for the dinner.” Ben announced.
“But I thought---” Courtney raised her brows.
“Let’s talk about that later, by the way this is for you.” Ben brought the bouquet he was hiding behind his back.
“Thanks.” Courtney accepted the flowers without qualms.
It was a dozen of white tulips wrapped nicely in red silk like paper. According to the Florist that Ben spoke to it was the best apology flowers that can be given to a woman.
“Would you... uhmm... like to come in?" She offered.
“Sure?” Ben answered came out as a permission.
“Come in.” Courtney finally opened the door.
She gestured Ben to seat and informed him that she needs to grab her purse inside the room. Ben agreed and decided to remain standing until Courtney went back. On the other hand, Courtney called Nic-Nic to tell him about her visitor and only get one advice.
“Go fuck his brains out.” Her friend says over the phone.
“Just help me what to wear.” Courtney whispered yell too careful that Ben didn’t hear it.
After hearing a nonchalant sighed from her friend, Nicolo told her to wear a pale yellow Chiffon pleated dress and match it with a nude pumps and purse. He also ordered her to wear a light make up but make sure her lips are all red. Courtney thanked him after the make-over and cut the call.
Outside her bedroom Ben was still standing and ignored looking at the couch as much as possible so it will give any sort of bad luck for him. After some time Ben heard the heels clacking and he knew Courtney is getting near.
“Sorry it took me awhile.” Courtney breaks the silence.
“It’s uhmm… okay.” Ben couldn’t take off his eyes on her.
“We can leave now.” She suggested.
"Courtney, can we talk first?" Ben gathered all his courage.
“We will be late, can this conversation wait?” Courtney asked feeling nervous.
“Not really.” Ben frankly said what’s on his mind.
“Go on.” Courtney nodded.
“I want to us to talk about what happened.” Ben started off.
"I also wanted to tell you something but go ahead." She motioned her hand to Ben to continue.
“I didn’t mean what I said this morning about the deal.” He made sure that he chose his words nicely this time so Courtney will not misunderstood him.
“I also want to tell you that I’m sorry for over reacting about what happened.” Courtney was first to apologize.
“I should be the one saying sorry because I said some words that badly hurt you. I know I can’t change that but I also wanted you to know that I didn't regret anything that happened between us Court." Ben moved closer to her location.
"I didn't regret it either Ben; I should’ve not reacted that way and blamed you for something I wanted to happen in the first place." Her voice sounded embarrassed.
“What I said last night was also true; I'm really attracted to you Courtney." Ben confessed.
“You are?” Courtney couldn’t believe she was hearing it now.
“Yes and last night was the best night of my life and ever since it happened you're always on my mind. I just want to know if you still feel the same way.” Ben felt a weigh has been lifted over his chest.
“Yes, I do feel attracted to you but I don’t want you to think that I’m just an easy lay that can jump from one man to another Ben.” Courtney admitted in return.
After hearing that confession Ben wants to kiss her again but he doesn’t want to cross that boundary again so he held his urge to kiss her. He even wanted to talk about the possibility of getting her pregnant but decided to hold it off.
“Listen to me Court, don't ever degraded yourself like that; you’re not that type of woman and I already proved that. I'm sorry if I made you feel that I took advantage of you." Ben cupped her face.
"It’s my fault, I became defensive and hypocrite." She replied shyly.
"So does it mean we are okay and the deal is still on?" Ben gave her a small smile.
"It never was, this is just unsettled differences." Courtney copied the gesture.
"Since we already know our feelings with each other, can I ask something?” Ben focused is on her eyes.
“What is it?” Courtney followed his gaze.
“Can I get a kiss?" He asked cheekily.
"Thought you'd never ask." She pulled him closer.
They started kissing like hungry lions and no one dared to back down from the dominance but in the end Ben won. It was a full make out session that they didn't realized she was again sitting on his lap. That exact moment Courtney felt his arousal as her needs also started building up.
"We need to stop if we want to reach the dinner on time.” Courtney is still catching her breath.
"Maybe I prefer you as my dinner." Ben trailed his hand to her shoulder blades.
“I prefer you to use the cold shower." She answered panting.
“You want to join me.” Ben kissed her shoulder.
“Not a chance mister.” Courtney hold-off her needs otherwise they will be late.
“I’m sure your mother won’t mind when we arrived late.” Ben is still holding her down.
“But my father will not unless you want to lose his approval.” Courtney gave a smug look.
“Not a chance.” Ben let her go in an instant.
“Good.” Courtney grinned.
“We’re not even married but you’re bossing me around.” Ben uttered.
“Are you complaining?” Courtney placed a hand on her hip.
“You’re hot when you’re all bossy and grumpy.” Ben winked.
“Let me give you a deal, if you behave I might let you sleep here tonight.” Courtney offered.
“Such a temptress, I promise you will beg for me tonight.” Ben whispered in her ear.
“I’m so looking forward to have it.” Courtney became bold just by thinking of it.
“You better or I will punish you in most pleasurable way you can’t imagine.” Ben saw her blushed like a lobster.
“Go take the shower now.” Courtney pointed her bathroom.
“Are you sure you’re not coming?” Ben teased her more.
“Ben I swear if we didn’t get on time forget about spending the night here.” Courtney word’s made him move in fast phase leaving her inside the living room giggling.
