After giving Ethan his farewell gift, Lyla stood in front of the Ethan's company and still humming to the same tune. She stood there smiling happily without caring other people who keeps on turning their head around. It could be two reasons. One they think she's beautiful and the second one is because they think she's crazy. Smiling for no reason at all. But since her beautiful smile captures everyone's heart it doesn't matter if she's crazy. Lyla ignore everyone's gaze and just kept on walking to somewhere she always wanted to go. But before she could walk further, she was stopped by someone. It was Ellen the receptionist from Ethan's company.
"Miss Lyla, i know it's late but this is the book that you once lost when you went to the company last time. I'm sorry i didn't give it to you straight away when i found it. It was actually on my desk because you forgot to bring it with you and i was being..." She could not finish her sentence because right now she feels quite embarrassed for treating her rudely back then. She just hung her head low. Unexpectedly, Lyla bend her head down just so she could see Ellen's face. With her long slender finger, she poke her chin up and stare at Ellen closely making Ellen feeling abashed. Her cheek suddenly turn red and her heart beat so fast when Lyla smiles at her. Lyla's unique eye put a spellbound towards her. Unconsciously she hugged Lyla and apologize.
"Darling Ellen, it's fine. I know you're a nice lady and it's probably because of my usual image that made you treat me like that. It's how the world works and i'm used to it. So, don't feel bad about this. It breaks my heart seeing you looking forlorn over this small matter." Lyla pat her back softly, coaxing Ellen at the same time. Ellen who just realize she was hugging Lyla, suddenly lets go and continue to apologize. Lyla just laugh and promise to treat her to a meal if she ever have time.
After a few minutes of coaxing, Ellen finally goes back to the company feeling happy. Lyla just sighed and continue to walk to her destination. However, this time she froze when she saw a familiar looking car park not too far from her. Besides the car, a man leaning casually with both of his hands tuck into his pocket. The assistant cum driver also stands beside the man, stiffly. Feeling like being caught cheating, Lyla slowly walked towards the man while trying to keep a smile or at least lift part of her lips. The minute she stood in front of the man, she just wished someone could have warned her about this. She glared at the assistant cum driver who just shook his head while wiping the invisible sweats. How dare this guy betray me. Tch... The sudden coldness send shivers to her bones reminding her that she still need to placate someone if she want to continue killing the assistant with her deathly glare. She clears her throat and decided to say something. Unfortunately, the man just open the car door and waiting for her to enter. Still trying to smile, she enters before giving her final glare towards the assistant.
Inside the car, no one spoke a word. Lyla has been trying to find a perfect way to start a conversation. But when the man beside her sitting elegantly with his eyes close, creating microscopic wall, she decided to just stay quite. Although she couldn't help but to play with her fingers making them red for no reason. She decided she should break the ice. Whatever happens at least he won't kill her. She starts to clear her throat once more.
"You're back early." she said timidly. She waited for another minute for his reply. She tries again.
"Ermmm...I thought you said you'll be back next month." This time he open his eye and look at her. She smile stiffly waiting for his golden voice. But to her disappointment he lean back his head and close his eye. Feeling depressed of not getting through his invisible wall, she scoot herself close to the door making herself small. Acting like she's just another mushroom, trying to survive the harsh world. After what seems like forever, he suddenly move and pulls her closer to him making Lyla sit on his lap. He tidied up her hair and stroke her face gently. His gentle touch make Lyla feels there's butterfly inside her stomach and she suddenly turns into a shy girl in front of him. This time, Lyla smile widely and feeling relax with his reaction.
"Having fun, Wife?"
But his next words made her froze in his embrace and making her feeling guilty for no reason. Even her smile fade away instantly. Thus, reminded her why she need to kill that assistant cum driver. She knew she can not get away from this no matter what.
Like i said previously or maybe i haven't mention. This story is just some spontaneous kind of story. No draft and whatsoever. It's just a story that stuck inside my head which can make it easier to write it out or harder because sometimes i'll have mental breakdown. Let me know what you think about this story. Give me some vote or rating. I won't ask for review at the moment because it's still early. But do comment if you found this story interesting.