Dear readers,
Hope you're all OK, despite all the rain we have had lately :)
Tonight, another small extract of Elsie&Ethan's adventures…:)
A brief resume of what happened last time: Elsie, after a horrible evening at Ned'd parents, found herself taking a break from her relationship with Ned (not her idea). As for Ethan, he's now more than convinced that something at his office IS definitely going on…
And now…
'Ethan? Aren't you going to say something?' Selena's voice came.
The car had been late. The traffic had been awful, therefore they'd arrived late, although that part Selena didn't seem to mind. She loved the fact they were fashionably late as she put it. She thought it was the thing to do. Everybody did these days apparently. Then, their names wasn't on the list, and they had to clear-up the misunderstanding. If it wasn't for the assistant of the person organizing the black tie event recognizing them eventually, they might have had to turn around. By then, Ethan wondered why Selena was still with him.
Even more so, when they found themselves at the same table of one of Selena's rival. Everyone knew it. And everyone knew that they always avoid each other if they could. The only person not having known that fact was his current assistant...Ethan had a feeling they were going to have a very different conversation tomorrow morning.
Later on, as the evening passed, Selena had insisted on dancing. A very reluctant Ethan had had to agree, hoping she would put this silly rivalry off-at least for the rest of the evening. Except it wasn't to be so. Selena, not only wanted to be the centre of attention, she also wanted to the queen of the dancefloor. Not kidding…
At some point, having had enough for one evening, Ethan finally insisted that they returned to their table. Selena wasn't too happy but she followed him nonetheless. However, she practically ignored him for the next hour. If she thought Ethan cared, he didn't. Go figure…
After mingling and exchanging a few words with a few other guests, Ethan decided to leave. He was tired and wanted to have a good night sleep. Silly but right now, very much true. Maybe his recently married brother had rubbed off on him…
Ethan smiled as he made his way towards the exit. He'd tried to look for Selena but she seemed busy elsewhere, not that she'd noticed whether he was here or not.
As he waited for the car, Selena, probably warned by someone, had joined him, looking rather furious.
'Ethan...aren't you going to say something?'
'Me? What am I suppose to say?' Ethan turned towards her.
'That you're sorry the evening has been a disaster? That you're going to make it up to me?'
'Selena...' Ethan sighed. 'What would be the point?'
'Excuse-me? This whole thing has been all your fault and-'
'No, it's not and I have had about enough of your accusations' Ethan replied.
'Ethan, sweetheart, I really like you but right now, I'm not certain I do, so unless you apologize in the next few seconds, you're going to-'
'To what, Selena? Regret it? Is that it? Well, let me let you on a little secret, sweetheart, I already do'
'Oh!' Selena gasped.
'Now, if you'll excuse-me, I'd like to go back to my appartement...alone'
Which Ethan did. As his car drove away, he looked outside the window. But not at the others cars driving around, or the tall illuminated buldings or the people still out, no, he was looking at the stars…
******
The next morning,
'So, how did it go last night?' Elsie's mum asked as soon as Elsie arrived in the kitchen for breakfast. Had she been up all night waiting to ask Elsie? Or simply got-up early so she could ambush her? Knowing her mother, it could be both...oh boy!
'And hello to you too mum' Elsie mumbled as she made herself a cup of tea and a toast.
'Hello...now, did you have a good time? I bet you did...Ned is such a gentleman...I mean at first, I guess I was bit skeptical but when I talked to him whilst you were getting ready, I realized you could do worse than him...at least, so unlike your father, you should count your blessings, Elsie! That Ethan is a keeper! He is determined to marry you and everything! Oh, I'm so happy, my little girl finally getting married!' She clapped her hands, smiling.
'Mum, I-' Elsie tried.
'Finally! I will able to tell Mrs Goldberg' (their neighbors), 'that old harpie! Always judging! Just because her son and two daughters did marry, and they have another son practically engaged, that's not a reason to brag...'
'Mum, come on, that's not-'
Ah, I'd love to see her face when I tell her the news!' 'It'll be priceless!' Yes, but what about my sister? She got married...Elsie thought. Except her mum was on a roll...
'
Mum, I-we, um, don't care about-'
'No, of course, not! You're the best...and you're going to have such a beautiful wedding! I can't wait to help you organize it! Oh, this going to be so much fun...choosing the dress, the flowers., the venue,..ah' She sighed again. 'Oh, I forgot, have you set a date yet? Because it could be a Spring wedding? Or summer wedding, although maybe not...it might be too hot? Or late summer? Early autumn can be very romantic as well...you know. Or you could-'
'Mum!' Elsie exclaimed 'Stop it! Just stop, please?'
'Elsie, honey? What's wrong? I'm sorry if I got carried away but it 's your wed-'
'If you say the word 'wedding' one more time, I'm kicking you out! And I don't care where you're staying!'
'Elsie!' Her mum gasped.
'Mum, I'm sorry to disappoint you but there isn't going to be a...wedding, OK?'
'Why ever not? Didn't Ned propose? That scoundrel!'
'Mum, no, he-'
'Wait, you're not already married are you? Because if you're and you didn't tell me, I-'
'Mum!' Elsie managed. 'The reason there isn't going to be one is that...Ned and I...are taking a break'
'A break?'
'Yes and I would appreciate if-'
'A break? Elsie! What did you do? Why Ned broke-up with you?'
'We didn't break-up...we're just taking some time a part to think about what we want' Elsie felt silly repeating almost word for word what Ned had said last night. But strangely that was the only thing that helped. Maybe if she said it enough time, it might make sense. 'And why do you assume it's my fault?'
'Because you're the one who don't want to commit'
'Oh my God!' Elsie exclaimed. 'Of course, I want to commit, but like I said, although apparently everyone conveniently forget we live in the twenty-first century, we don't have to get married just for the sake of the baby!'
'No, but...it's the right thing to do!'
Elsie groaned. She gave-up. What was the point? It appeared that everyone was against her. That they didn't care about her feelings or listening to her point of view…
Slowly, Elsie got-up and took her cup of tea along with her.
'Elsie? Where are you going? You haven't finish your breakfast yet!'
'I'm going to my room, so I can have some peace and quiet! And I'd like NOT to be disturd'
On that note, Elsie did exactly that.
******
As Ethan arrived at his office, his assistant greeted him as if nothing was abnormal. As if nothing had gone wrong the evening before. As if everything was the same. And went back to talking to one of her colleagues...OK, maybe it wouldn't be so difficult after all...
'My office, now...' Ethan said firmly. His patience had run out…
To be continued…
Don't worry, Elsie&Ethan will meet very soon…:)
Take care and see you for another article :) xxx
mardi 12 juin 2018
vendredi 8 juin 2018
Elsie & Ethan: Title still undecided
Dear readers,
Hope you're all OK and enjoying the beginning this late Spring, early Summer :)
Sorry, I haven't written these past few months. First, work was quite busy and still have a lot on my mind.
Anyway, let's go back to Elsie&Ethan, shall we? :) Hope you're still enjoying it?!
Last time, Elsie was reminded by her mum that she was having dinner at Ned's parents. Doesn't really look foward to it as they keep hinting that they should get married. And Ethan receives a visit., whilst being distracted as he's trying to figure out what's going on his office…
And now….
'Elsie!'
Elsie growned but didn't move. For once, she was comfortable. All she wanted was some peace and quiet. For a few hours. If possible...'Elsie!'
Go away. 'Elsie! Wake-up! Honey, you're going to be late...'
Late? For what?
'Elsie!' Someone gently shook her. Elsie opened her eyes slowly, getting used to the light. She saw her mum standing over her. Elsie frowned.
"I'm awake...no need to shout' Elsie mumbled 'What's going on?'
'What's going on? I'm going to tell you what's going on! Neds here and he's waiting for you! So while, I keep him compagny, you're going to change, brush your hair, maybe put some make-up on and parfum because you don't have time to take shower. And hurry!'
'Ned's here…?' Elsie frowned before it came to back her. Ned's parents! They were supposed to have dinner with them. 'Oh, god! Sorry, I fell alseep...'
'That you did! But now not the time to dwell on that, you should get ready...'
Elsie took a deep breath. She really didn't want to go. What was the point? She was tired. she wanted to stay and snuggle on the couch, whilst watching a movie and fall alseep in front of it. except she'd to go and play nice with Ned's snobby parents. Great! Kill me now. Elsie must have mumbled it at loud because:
'I heard that!' her mum exclaimed.
'Oh, sorry...' Elsie slowly got-up and made a quick stop by the bathroom. She still didn't know how she managed it but soon they were, although a little late, on their way…
******
'What do you mean it's me?' Selena, Ethan's current girlfriend asked.
'No reason...' Ethan got-up and kissed her gently. 'Sorry, just a lot going on..did we have a date or Something?'
'Ethan!' Selena exclaimed 'Is this a joke?'
'A joke? What? No….what are you talking about?'
'The black tie event…? That's tonight and you invited me, remember?' 'Or have you forgotten already?'
'No, I haven't forgotten...' Ethan pretended. 'I'd know, come on, you're hard to forget'
'I know' She nodded 'but how do you know you haven't? Because unless your assistant isn't trying to take care of the last minute details for tonight, I'm pretty sure she has or you have forgot for that matter'
'If she is, what's the problem? Oh...' Ethan realized.
'Indeed...I was right once again' Selena sighed.
'Listen, I'm really sorry if I did forget, that wasn't my intention...it's just that lately, things at the office have been kind of strange'
'Strange how?' Selena frowned. 'I mean your assistant might a little over her depth, but otherwise, it's the same to me'
'I know. And I have been trying to convince myself, that is the same, except it's not'
'Oh?'
'You see, my schedule is all messed-up, my appointements are either cancel or double-booked, messages get lost, people are getting impatient...'
'Is this why you...have been distracted lately?'
'Yes'
'I see. Well, there is one thing to do'
'And what is that?'
'Hire another assistant'
'Another one? As...severals assistants working together or...completely change?'
'The latter' Selena replied.
'I appreciate the advice...however, no one is firing anyone just yet. I'm sure there is a perfect explanation...maybe it's just a computer glitch'
'If you say so' Selena shrugged 'but don't say I didn't warn you'
'Mm-mmh...OK, then...are you still up for going tonight?'
'Of course, I'm!' She exclaimed 'I wouldn't missed it for the world!'
'Great!' Ethan grinned. 'Let's go then...'
******
Elsie glanced at Ned, who was driving (well who else, she couldn't anymore). He was focusing on the road, looking very serious. She sighed. the evening had been a disaster. Not only Elsie had tried (again) for the sake of their future baby, her effort had gotten shut down completely. She barely had the chance to show them who she was. They had clearly already made-up her mind about her.
'You''ve been rather quiet since we left, are you OK?' Elsie asked.
'I'm fine' Ned replied.
'Ned, l'm sorry if I-'
'Elsie, I don't want talk about it, if you don't mind'
'OK' Elsie turned her head, glancing outside. Looking at the stars. Cliché but somehow it made her feel better. Less alone.
A few minutes passed before Ned spoke:
'Why?'
'Why what?'
'Why is it that every time we see my parents, it always ends in a fight and I have to pick a side?'
'Ned, you know that's not true...' Elsie protested.
'Oh, really? So, that comment about being an independant woman and not wanting to get married wasn't perhaps?'
'Oh, come on! That's unfair and you know it'
'How?'
'Ned, we...dated a couple of times in all, we slept together which lead to...you know' Elsie glanced at her large belly. 'and now, your answer, despite agreeing with me before, is to get married!'
'Why not? I mean I know I've been reluctant before, but that's not a bad idea. We could be a family. A real family'
'Aren't we already?'
'Y-yes but we could such much more and I want to give my baby...the best. A mum and a dad. together, living under one roof'
'And married I take it?'
'Exactly'
'What suddenly made you change your mind?'
'My parents...they showed me what it could be and growing-up I couldn't imagine-that if I ever chose to get married-not having the same kind of marriage they had-have today'
Elsie wanted to laugh. Really laugh. She had to bite her tongue in order not to. Then again, she'd to respect Ned's opinion.
'I'm glad they did' Elsie replied carefully 'but that doesn't mean we have to...get married, just because people are telling us we should'
'Yes, so you said'
'Ned...'
'I want more Elsie and I have tried to be patient, to give you the space you needed but...lately, I don't know'
'What are you saying exactly?'
'I'm saying we should take a break, take time to think about what we really want'
'A break? Are you Breaking-up with me?'
'No, a break as...pushing the pause button, you were right, we don't know each other that well'
'Wow...I knew the evening was a total bust but I-I didn't think we would, um, break-up' Elsie didn't want to cry, but when you were a pregnant woman, your hormones levels was doubled. Or tripled.
'Elsie, sweetheart, we're not breaking-up, we're just taking some time to think'
'So...why does it feel like it is?' Elsie murmured. To that, Ned had no answer. Maybe that was for the best…
******
Meanwhile, accross town, another evening. Another disaster. And suprisingly not Ethan's fault….
To be continued…
Thank you again for following Elsie and Ethan's adventures, and for your patience. They'll met soon…:)
Take care and see you soon for another article :) xxx
Coyright-all rights reserved.
Hope you're all OK and enjoying the beginning this late Spring, early Summer :)
Sorry, I haven't written these past few months. First, work was quite busy and still have a lot on my mind.
Anyway, let's go back to Elsie&Ethan, shall we? :) Hope you're still enjoying it?!
Last time, Elsie was reminded by her mum that she was having dinner at Ned's parents. Doesn't really look foward to it as they keep hinting that they should get married. And Ethan receives a visit., whilst being distracted as he's trying to figure out what's going on his office…
And now….
'Elsie!'
Elsie growned but didn't move. For once, she was comfortable. All she wanted was some peace and quiet. For a few hours. If possible...'Elsie!'
Go away. 'Elsie! Wake-up! Honey, you're going to be late...'
Late? For what?
'Elsie!' Someone gently shook her. Elsie opened her eyes slowly, getting used to the light. She saw her mum standing over her. Elsie frowned.
"I'm awake...no need to shout' Elsie mumbled 'What's going on?'
'What's going on? I'm going to tell you what's going on! Neds here and he's waiting for you! So while, I keep him compagny, you're going to change, brush your hair, maybe put some make-up on and parfum because you don't have time to take shower. And hurry!'
'Ned's here…?' Elsie frowned before it came to back her. Ned's parents! They were supposed to have dinner with them. 'Oh, god! Sorry, I fell alseep...'
'That you did! But now not the time to dwell on that, you should get ready...'
Elsie took a deep breath. She really didn't want to go. What was the point? She was tired. she wanted to stay and snuggle on the couch, whilst watching a movie and fall alseep in front of it. except she'd to go and play nice with Ned's snobby parents. Great! Kill me now. Elsie must have mumbled it at loud because:
'I heard that!' her mum exclaimed.
'Oh, sorry...' Elsie slowly got-up and made a quick stop by the bathroom. She still didn't know how she managed it but soon they were, although a little late, on their way…
******
'What do you mean it's me?' Selena, Ethan's current girlfriend asked.
'No reason...' Ethan got-up and kissed her gently. 'Sorry, just a lot going on..did we have a date or Something?'
'Ethan!' Selena exclaimed 'Is this a joke?'
'A joke? What? No….what are you talking about?'
'The black tie event…? That's tonight and you invited me, remember?' 'Or have you forgotten already?'
'No, I haven't forgotten...' Ethan pretended. 'I'd know, come on, you're hard to forget'
'I know' She nodded 'but how do you know you haven't? Because unless your assistant isn't trying to take care of the last minute details for tonight, I'm pretty sure she has or you have forgot for that matter'
'If she is, what's the problem? Oh...' Ethan realized.
'Indeed...I was right once again' Selena sighed.
'Listen, I'm really sorry if I did forget, that wasn't my intention...it's just that lately, things at the office have been kind of strange'
'Strange how?' Selena frowned. 'I mean your assistant might a little over her depth, but otherwise, it's the same to me'
'I know. And I have been trying to convince myself, that is the same, except it's not'
'Oh?'
'You see, my schedule is all messed-up, my appointements are either cancel or double-booked, messages get lost, people are getting impatient...'
'Is this why you...have been distracted lately?'
'Yes'
'I see. Well, there is one thing to do'
'And what is that?'
'Hire another assistant'
'Another one? As...severals assistants working together or...completely change?'
'The latter' Selena replied.
'I appreciate the advice...however, no one is firing anyone just yet. I'm sure there is a perfect explanation...maybe it's just a computer glitch'
'If you say so' Selena shrugged 'but don't say I didn't warn you'
'Mm-mmh...OK, then...are you still up for going tonight?'
'Of course, I'm!' She exclaimed 'I wouldn't missed it for the world!'
'Great!' Ethan grinned. 'Let's go then...'
******
Elsie glanced at Ned, who was driving (well who else, she couldn't anymore). He was focusing on the road, looking very serious. She sighed. the evening had been a disaster. Not only Elsie had tried (again) for the sake of their future baby, her effort had gotten shut down completely. She barely had the chance to show them who she was. They had clearly already made-up her mind about her.
'You''ve been rather quiet since we left, are you OK?' Elsie asked.
'I'm fine' Ned replied.
'Ned, l'm sorry if I-'
'Elsie, I don't want talk about it, if you don't mind'
'OK' Elsie turned her head, glancing outside. Looking at the stars. Cliché but somehow it made her feel better. Less alone.
A few minutes passed before Ned spoke:
'Why?'
'Why what?'
'Why is it that every time we see my parents, it always ends in a fight and I have to pick a side?'
'Ned, you know that's not true...' Elsie protested.
'Oh, really? So, that comment about being an independant woman and not wanting to get married wasn't perhaps?'
'Oh, come on! That's unfair and you know it'
'How?'
'Ned, we...dated a couple of times in all, we slept together which lead to...you know' Elsie glanced at her large belly. 'and now, your answer, despite agreeing with me before, is to get married!'
'Why not? I mean I know I've been reluctant before, but that's not a bad idea. We could be a family. A real family'
'Aren't we already?'
'Y-yes but we could such much more and I want to give my baby...the best. A mum and a dad. together, living under one roof'
'And married I take it?'
'Exactly'
'What suddenly made you change your mind?'
'My parents...they showed me what it could be and growing-up I couldn't imagine-that if I ever chose to get married-not having the same kind of marriage they had-have today'
Elsie wanted to laugh. Really laugh. She had to bite her tongue in order not to. Then again, she'd to respect Ned's opinion.
'I'm glad they did' Elsie replied carefully 'but that doesn't mean we have to...get married, just because people are telling us we should'
'Yes, so you said'
'Ned...'
'I want more Elsie and I have tried to be patient, to give you the space you needed but...lately, I don't know'
'What are you saying exactly?'
'I'm saying we should take a break, take time to think about what we really want'
'A break? Are you Breaking-up with me?'
'No, a break as...pushing the pause button, you were right, we don't know each other that well'
'Wow...I knew the evening was a total bust but I-I didn't think we would, um, break-up' Elsie didn't want to cry, but when you were a pregnant woman, your hormones levels was doubled. Or tripled.
'Elsie, sweetheart, we're not breaking-up, we're just taking some time to think'
'So...why does it feel like it is?' Elsie murmured. To that, Ned had no answer. Maybe that was for the best…
******
Meanwhile, accross town, another evening. Another disaster. And suprisingly not Ethan's fault….
To be continued…
Thank you again for following Elsie and Ethan's adventures, and for your patience. They'll met soon…:)
Take care and see you soon for another article :) xxx
Coyright-all rights reserved.
dimanche 15 avril 2018
Elsie&Ethan: another extract :)
Dear readers,
Hope you're all OK since my last article :)
Last time, we followed Elsie, trying to balanced between her mum still living with her and her baby's arrival soon, as for Ethan, he keeps wondering what's missing in his office...
And now...
'Oh bugger!' Elsie hung-up her phone. She had tried calling her dad and asked for his help, possibly convince his wife to come back home, and she'd gotten his voicemail. Not unusual, per se, as she didn't expect him to stay glued to his phone. However, she'd a feeling her dad was avoiding her. She couldn't explain it. Or maybe it was just her hormones. Elsie sighed. In any case, it was a moot point. Her mum could be as stubborn as a mule. So was her dad. So...it would be a long long time before the two of them found a middle ground.
Sitting on a park bench, Elsie patted her belly, absently looking around, wondering whether the other people's life was as crazy as her at the moment. Probably not. Her mobile rang, interrupting her train of thoughts. Distracted, she answered, thinking it was her dad, calling her back. It wasn't.
'Hello?' 'Um, yes...'
'Oh, thank God! Finally!' A voice exclaimed. It sounded familiar but somehow Elsie's brain (probably due to the pregnancy was working slowly). 'I've left a bunch of messages! Don't you ever answer your phone? Do you know in what century we're living in?'
'Er...I think so and no, I'm sorry I-'
'No need. Apology accepted. Now, I need-'
'I didn't-' Elsie protested but the person seemed unware and on a roll.
'...I need to know where the file is?'
'The f-file?' Elsie frowned. What was she on about?'
'Yes! The file! Keep up, will you? I don't have all day, OK? Oh, and I also need to know if you confirmed the black and tie event tonight on Mr Martin's schedule? I need to book a car and-'
Mr Martin. Right. As in Ethan Martin. Her boss. Who didn't even know she existed. Let alone what her name was. Not that the desperate assistant, Elsie deduced, appeared to know either.
'Listen, let me stop you right there...I'm sorry but I'm on leave a the moment and all important informations related to Mr. Martin's specific needs or expectations are not that complicated to figure out...but if you really don't know the answer, ask Marge. Goodbye' Elsie turned off her phone. Enough. I need peace. And then some more.
*****
Why did it keep happening? Ethan wondered as he made his way back to his office. Everything was a mess. Lately, it was as if chaos had replaced peace. Appointements were either double booked or disappeared entirely. Or cancelled even. Or moved to other dates. Lunch or dinner dates were mixed-up. Gifts too. Phone numbers were not they were supposed to be and his messages...well, let's not that about that. Or the fact that his filing system was also a mess. The elevator doors opened. Ethan got out and went directly to his office, not stopping to hear anyone. Ethan closed the door behind, indicating he didn't want to be disturbed. Hopefully, they would get the message. Or not...apparently someone was brave enough to come knocking on his door.
'Yes?' he replied, tersely. 'Oh, it's you...'
*****
'Elsie! Where have you been?' Her mum exclaimed as soon as she came back. 'I have been worried to death...' Elsie looked up to see her sitting on the couch, a wine glass on the coffee table, watching T.V, a cooking show or other.
'I see...' Very worried indeed. 'Um...I'm going to-'
'Next time, it would be nice to know where you're disappearing to. That's what phones are for'
'I know, Mum. Now, I'm going to my room and-'
'Get ready...I imagine'
'Ready? Ready for what?' Elsie frowned.
'Ned's picking you up in an hour'
'He is?'
'Yes. You're going to dinner at his parent's house...or have you forgotten?'
'Um, n-no, no...sorry, I-sorry. Thank you' Elsie nodded, turning around and going to her bedroom. Oh crap! Dinner with Ned's parents? Kill me now! Sorry, that wasn't fair. They were nice people. In all. It was just-OK, there was no other way to say it. They were...a bit judgemental on the fact that she and Ned weren't married. And didn't plan to. They were always dropping hints here and there about 'how it was the right thing to do' and they at least 'consider getting married for the baby's sake. Yeah, we were in a modern world. A world where you don't necessarily need to get married because you felt like you had to. Elsie had so wanted to explain it to them. Yet, another moot point. They only listened to their own opinion. So, she'd stopped trying and went along with their constant remarks, gritting her teeth, whenever she'd to see them. Fortunately for Elsie, it wasn't very often. Tonight being the exception...
Elsie lay down on her bed, head on the pillow, and closed her eyes...just for a few minutes and then I get ready. Oh my, it feels good to relax...
To be continued...:) Don't worry, Elsie and Ethan will meet soon ;-) Take care and see you soon for another article! :) xxx
Copyright-all rights reserved.
Hope you're all OK since my last article :)
Last time, we followed Elsie, trying to balanced between her mum still living with her and her baby's arrival soon, as for Ethan, he keeps wondering what's missing in his office...
And now...
'Oh bugger!' Elsie hung-up her phone. She had tried calling her dad and asked for his help, possibly convince his wife to come back home, and she'd gotten his voicemail. Not unusual, per se, as she didn't expect him to stay glued to his phone. However, she'd a feeling her dad was avoiding her. She couldn't explain it. Or maybe it was just her hormones. Elsie sighed. In any case, it was a moot point. Her mum could be as stubborn as a mule. So was her dad. So...it would be a long long time before the two of them found a middle ground.
Sitting on a park bench, Elsie patted her belly, absently looking around, wondering whether the other people's life was as crazy as her at the moment. Probably not. Her mobile rang, interrupting her train of thoughts. Distracted, she answered, thinking it was her dad, calling her back. It wasn't.
'Hello?' 'Um, yes...'
'Oh, thank God! Finally!' A voice exclaimed. It sounded familiar but somehow Elsie's brain (probably due to the pregnancy was working slowly). 'I've left a bunch of messages! Don't you ever answer your phone? Do you know in what century we're living in?'
'Er...I think so and no, I'm sorry I-'
'No need. Apology accepted. Now, I need-'
'I didn't-' Elsie protested but the person seemed unware and on a roll.
'...I need to know where the file is?'
'The f-file?' Elsie frowned. What was she on about?'
'Yes! The file! Keep up, will you? I don't have all day, OK? Oh, and I also need to know if you confirmed the black and tie event tonight on Mr Martin's schedule? I need to book a car and-'
Mr Martin. Right. As in Ethan Martin. Her boss. Who didn't even know she existed. Let alone what her name was. Not that the desperate assistant, Elsie deduced, appeared to know either.
'Listen, let me stop you right there...I'm sorry but I'm on leave a the moment and all important informations related to Mr. Martin's specific needs or expectations are not that complicated to figure out...but if you really don't know the answer, ask Marge. Goodbye' Elsie turned off her phone. Enough. I need peace. And then some more.
*****
Why did it keep happening? Ethan wondered as he made his way back to his office. Everything was a mess. Lately, it was as if chaos had replaced peace. Appointements were either double booked or disappeared entirely. Or cancelled even. Or moved to other dates. Lunch or dinner dates were mixed-up. Gifts too. Phone numbers were not they were supposed to be and his messages...well, let's not that about that. Or the fact that his filing system was also a mess. The elevator doors opened. Ethan got out and went directly to his office, not stopping to hear anyone. Ethan closed the door behind, indicating he didn't want to be disturbed. Hopefully, they would get the message. Or not...apparently someone was brave enough to come knocking on his door.
'Yes?' he replied, tersely. 'Oh, it's you...'
*****
'Elsie! Where have you been?' Her mum exclaimed as soon as she came back. 'I have been worried to death...' Elsie looked up to see her sitting on the couch, a wine glass on the coffee table, watching T.V, a cooking show or other.
'I see...' Very worried indeed. 'Um...I'm going to-'
'Next time, it would be nice to know where you're disappearing to. That's what phones are for'
'I know, Mum. Now, I'm going to my room and-'
'Get ready...I imagine'
'Ready? Ready for what?' Elsie frowned.
'Ned's picking you up in an hour'
'He is?'
'Yes. You're going to dinner at his parent's house...or have you forgotten?'
'Um, n-no, no...sorry, I-sorry. Thank you' Elsie nodded, turning around and going to her bedroom. Oh crap! Dinner with Ned's parents? Kill me now! Sorry, that wasn't fair. They were nice people. In all. It was just-OK, there was no other way to say it. They were...a bit judgemental on the fact that she and Ned weren't married. And didn't plan to. They were always dropping hints here and there about 'how it was the right thing to do' and they at least 'consider getting married for the baby's sake. Yeah, we were in a modern world. A world where you don't necessarily need to get married because you felt like you had to. Elsie had so wanted to explain it to them. Yet, another moot point. They only listened to their own opinion. So, she'd stopped trying and went along with their constant remarks, gritting her teeth, whenever she'd to see them. Fortunately for Elsie, it wasn't very often. Tonight being the exception...
Elsie lay down on her bed, head on the pillow, and closed her eyes...just for a few minutes and then I get ready. Oh my, it feels good to relax...
To be continued...:) Don't worry, Elsie and Ethan will meet soon ;-) Take care and see you soon for another article! :) xxx
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dimanche 8 avril 2018
Elsie & Ethan are back :)
Dear readers,
Hope you're all OK and are enjoying the beginning of the Spring...:)
I apologize for not writing sooner but I had (still have) a lot on my mind lately.
So, today, another extract on Elsie &Ethan's adventures, hope you still like it ;-)
Last time, we left them, Elsie had Ned visiting and Ethan nursing (or he will be) a hangover...
And now...
'So here we are on the different objectives we had previously...' the voice was closed but also seemed far away. Ethan hide a groan. Man, if I'm not dead before this presentation is over, it'll be a miracle! His hangover was indeed still there from the previous evening. The aspirin taken earlier had yet to take effect. He moved in his seat, trying to focus on what Miles, his colleague, was explaining. Usually, he'd found it interesting but today, it sounded like gibberish. Or something very dull. But he'd to set the examples and appear as if it was interesting. Easier to say than done...Ethan glanced at the window briefly. A whole other world...people coming and going in the street, cars, buses...
'....don't you agree, Ethan?'
He froze, as he finally registered his name had been called. Oh bugger! Ethan cleared his throat, trying to buy himself some time.
'Don't I agree?' Ethan repeated.
'Yes...' Miles replied. 'So?' He's not going to help me, is he? I'm on my own, aren't I?
'Um, I...I'm not sure exactly...'
'Oh. Why?'
'Well, um, I have think it over first...before I-we make a decision'
'Really?'
'Is there a problem?' Ethan frowned, looking Miles directly. 'When in doubt, always stand on your own two feet...and don't back down, otherwise your opponent is going to think you're a fool..' a famous sentence from his late grandpa. One he'd never forget...and seemed rather useful at the moment, even though Ethan wasn't so sure...
A few minutes or a few seconds (it could have been more) passed, and Ethan thought he was going to admit forfeit as Miles seemed perfectly capable and handling the situation, yet...
Miles looked away first. He cleared his throat. 'No, no problem. Take all the time you need. OK, next'
Ethan couldn't believe it. Thanks Grandpa! He hide a smile, as the rest of the meeting went on...
A few days later,
Different. Different can be good, right? There was no rules against it. It meant change. It could also mean a fresh start. If that was the case, why was she plagued by doubts ever since Ned's last visit? Why did his words sounded false? Elsie groaned, putting away her book. I'm going crazy. It probably means nothing anyway. Ned was just being...Ned. Kind and affectionate and thoughtful. It seems he wanted to make things work between them. Except...
'Elsie?' Came her mother's voice. Oh boy, what now? Elsie wondered. 'We have a problem'
'What problem?' Elsie asked, as patiently as she could.
'This flat, it cannot continue like this!'
'Oh?' A flicker of hope appeared in Elsie's heart. Could it be?
'This isn't possible anymore' Could her mother realize it was time to go back to her dad?
'Um, what do you mean?'
'It's not going to work...this situation'
'OK...well, if you want to g-'
'This flat is a deathtrap! It's not safe!'
I should have known better than to hope. I should have known taking her in would mean she would never ever leave! Elsie wanted to scream.
'My flat is safe, Mum'
'No, it's not! It needs...babyproofing if you still call it like that these days'
'We do and Ned said-'
'I don't care what Ned said...you shouldn't trust men, didn't I teach you that, already?'
'Um...'
'Never trust a man that takes you for granted, let me tell you!'
Oh boy, here we go again...Elsie braced herself for another lecture.
*****
So, if I were a very important file, where would I be? Ethan looked around, once more. Not like he hadn't been looking for the past hour but there you go. Actually, it wasn't only this hour, it had been going on for a while now and something, whether people realized it or not, was different. His office looked different. What was a usually well oiled machine, didn't look like one anymore. More like a rusty one. Damn it! Ethan swore. I'm pretty clever, usually, so why can't I figure it out? What's missing?
******
Elsie closed the door of her appartement behind her. Enough. She needed to take her life back before it was too late...
To be continued....
Take care and see you soon for another article. Thank you again for following me and my stories :) xxx
Hope you're all OK and are enjoying the beginning of the Spring...:)
I apologize for not writing sooner but I had (still have) a lot on my mind lately.
So, today, another extract on Elsie &Ethan's adventures, hope you still like it ;-)
Last time, we left them, Elsie had Ned visiting and Ethan nursing (or he will be) a hangover...
And now...
'So here we are on the different objectives we had previously...' the voice was closed but also seemed far away. Ethan hide a groan. Man, if I'm not dead before this presentation is over, it'll be a miracle! His hangover was indeed still there from the previous evening. The aspirin taken earlier had yet to take effect. He moved in his seat, trying to focus on what Miles, his colleague, was explaining. Usually, he'd found it interesting but today, it sounded like gibberish. Or something very dull. But he'd to set the examples and appear as if it was interesting. Easier to say than done...Ethan glanced at the window briefly. A whole other world...people coming and going in the street, cars, buses...
'....don't you agree, Ethan?'
He froze, as he finally registered his name had been called. Oh bugger! Ethan cleared his throat, trying to buy himself some time.
'Don't I agree?' Ethan repeated.
'Yes...' Miles replied. 'So?' He's not going to help me, is he? I'm on my own, aren't I?
'Um, I...I'm not sure exactly...'
'Oh. Why?'
'Well, um, I have think it over first...before I-we make a decision'
'Really?'
'Is there a problem?' Ethan frowned, looking Miles directly. 'When in doubt, always stand on your own two feet...and don't back down, otherwise your opponent is going to think you're a fool..' a famous sentence from his late grandpa. One he'd never forget...and seemed rather useful at the moment, even though Ethan wasn't so sure...
A few minutes or a few seconds (it could have been more) passed, and Ethan thought he was going to admit forfeit as Miles seemed perfectly capable and handling the situation, yet...
Miles looked away first. He cleared his throat. 'No, no problem. Take all the time you need. OK, next'
Ethan couldn't believe it. Thanks Grandpa! He hide a smile, as the rest of the meeting went on...
A few days later,
Different. Different can be good, right? There was no rules against it. It meant change. It could also mean a fresh start. If that was the case, why was she plagued by doubts ever since Ned's last visit? Why did his words sounded false? Elsie groaned, putting away her book. I'm going crazy. It probably means nothing anyway. Ned was just being...Ned. Kind and affectionate and thoughtful. It seems he wanted to make things work between them. Except...
'Elsie?' Came her mother's voice. Oh boy, what now? Elsie wondered. 'We have a problem'
'What problem?' Elsie asked, as patiently as she could.
'This flat, it cannot continue like this!'
'Oh?' A flicker of hope appeared in Elsie's heart. Could it be?
'This isn't possible anymore' Could her mother realize it was time to go back to her dad?
'Um, what do you mean?'
'It's not going to work...this situation'
'OK...well, if you want to g-'
'This flat is a deathtrap! It's not safe!'
I should have known better than to hope. I should have known taking her in would mean she would never ever leave! Elsie wanted to scream.
'My flat is safe, Mum'
'No, it's not! It needs...babyproofing if you still call it like that these days'
'We do and Ned said-'
'I don't care what Ned said...you shouldn't trust men, didn't I teach you that, already?'
'Um...'
'Never trust a man that takes you for granted, let me tell you!'
Oh boy, here we go again...Elsie braced herself for another lecture.
*****
So, if I were a very important file, where would I be? Ethan looked around, once more. Not like he hadn't been looking for the past hour but there you go. Actually, it wasn't only this hour, it had been going on for a while now and something, whether people realized it or not, was different. His office looked different. What was a usually well oiled machine, didn't look like one anymore. More like a rusty one. Damn it! Ethan swore. I'm pretty clever, usually, so why can't I figure it out? What's missing?
******
Elsie closed the door of her appartement behind her. Enough. She needed to take her life back before it was too late...
To be continued....
Take care and see you soon for another article. Thank you again for following me and my stories :) xxx
mercredi 28 février 2018
Just a few words...
Dear readers,
Hope you're all OK ? :)
Just a short article today, I won't be long and let the picture speak for itself :)
Dedicated to someone very special that I still miss very much :)
Take care and see you soon for another article, xxx
Hope you're all OK ? :)
Just a short article today, I won't be long and let the picture speak for itself :)
Dedicated to someone very special that I still miss very much :)
Take care and see you soon for another article, xxx
lundi 26 février 2018
Elsie&Ethan, their adventures continues...:)
Dear readers,
Hope you're all OK, despite the very fresh temperatures we've got lately and that you're keeping yourself warm enough! :)
Meanwhile, still a lot on my mind and missing England like crazy, more every day...:-) Sorry, I hope I'm not bothering too much you with all that...;-)
Anyway (a word, if you've been reading my blog, that I use quite often^^), let's go back to Elsie&Ethan...
In the last episode, Ethan was still trying to figure out what seemed different at the office and also decided to go have a few drinks with some friends, whilst Elsie is dealing with her mum, now living with her, having suddenly decided to leave her husband of thirty-five years...let's see what happens next! :)
And now...
After she managed to calm her mum down, reassuring her that the food was indeed healthy and that she was absolutely following what her doctor had prescribed, Elsie was about to go back to her room, when the doorbell rang. Elsie stopped in her tracks. What now? Hopefully, not her sister having also left her husband or her dad coming to get his wife back (although that would be helpful), or...someone else with their own problem because she wasn't sure she had any strengh left in her.
'Well...don't stand there and open the door!' Her mum had joined her. 'Why don't you do it yourself then?' Elsie almost blurted out 'as you obviously made yourself at home!' but at the last second, Elsie held her tongue. Not now. She'd to learn how to chose her battles. That wasn't one of them.
Elsie opened the door. 'Ned!' She exclaimed, surprised. Although, why should she be? He was her boyfriend (kind of) and also the father of her baby, he'd the right to come and see her. However, to be honest, with everything going on, Elsie hadn't had time to think about Ned. Was it strange? Elsie frowned.
'Hey honey...' Ned smiled. 'Surprised to see me?'
'Hey Ned...yes, sorry...um, were you suppose to-'
'No, I mean yes, I planned to come earlier than that, but work kept me busy...' He apologized.
'Oh, don't worry, that's OK...I'm happy to see you'
'Me too. So, how's the baby? You haven't been doing anything-'
That was Ned for you. Thoughtful and kind. Always worrying. Elsie shook her head, ready to reply when her mum beat her to it.
'Young man, I'm here to make sure Elsie keeps her feet up at all times...so, you don't have to worry'
'Er...hi and who might you be?'
'I'm Elsie's Mum, Polly, it's nice to make your acquaintance and I'm guessing you're Ned? She held her hand out.
He shook her hand. 'I'm...and nice to meet you too' 'Um, I didn't know you were visiting'
'Oh, I'm not visiting'
'You're not?'
'No, I'm staying here. With my daughter. For a little while'
Suddenly, Elsie wanted to disappear. Ned glanced at her. 'You...are? I'm not following'
'N-Ned, will you come for a minute? Please?' Elsie managed. Fortunately, Ned got the message and followed her to her bedroom. He closed the door behind them.
'Would you mind explaining?' Ned crossed his arms.
Elsie did. 'So, she's actually leaving with you?' Ned asked, five minutes later.
'Yes, she is...'
'For how long?'
'I have no idea and stop looking at me like that..it's not like I invited her here...she came on her own!'
'I know, I know but can't you tell her-'
Elsie shook her head. 'I...I can't. I mean I tried but...at the end of the day, she's my mum and-'
'I'm aware of that' Ned interrupted her 'However, this is your life, you've to set-up boundaries and you've-we've got the baby coming soon...how do you see it working?!'
'I haven't thought this far ahead and she'll probably go back to my dad soon...it's just a phase' Elsie said, despite knowing deep down, that it might not be just a phase. Yet, what else could she do?
'Let's hope, it is because let me tell you...we absolutely can't live here the four of us...'
'I'm sure it's-wait, what? What did you just say?'
'I hope it's just a phase?'
'No, no, not that part. The part after that?'
'Oh, we can't live the four of us together here...'
'Yes, that one. What, um...what did you mean by that?'
'You, me, the baby and your mum, we can't-'
'Ned, we...how...I...' Elsie stopped.
'It's a bit early to plan everything, I know, but I thought you'd be glad for us to be a family...'
'I....got that...and I'm...I just wasn't...expecting that' Elsie admitted.
'Why ever not?'
'I don't know....it's-we barely know each other, that's all and this baby is-was a surprise, I didn't know how you felt exactly...'
'Well, it's a way, like any other, I guess and when I said I wanted to be involved, I meant it'
'Oh....'
'You don't seem happy about it?'
'No, um, sorry....' Elsie chuckled 'I...I'm happy...sorry'
Ned smiled, relaxing. 'I'm not going anywhere? OK?' He kissed her gently, before helding her in his arms. Normally, Elsie loved it. Yet, in the middle of all these beautiful words and promises, something felt...different. But what exactly? Oh, stop it! And enjoy the moment, Elsie told herself as she hugged him back.
A few hours later, not so far from Elsie's flat, a taxi picked-up Ethan. He groaned softly as he finally arrived back at his flat. He let the lights off, made a quick trip to the bathrooom before falling asleep on his bed, still wearing his clothes. Last time, I'm ever having this much to drink....was his last thought.
To be continued...:)
Hope you still like their adventures? :) Take care and you soon for another article! :) xxx
Hope you're all OK, despite the very fresh temperatures we've got lately and that you're keeping yourself warm enough! :)
Meanwhile, still a lot on my mind and missing England like crazy, more every day...:-) Sorry, I hope I'm not bothering too much you with all that...;-)
Anyway (a word, if you've been reading my blog, that I use quite often^^), let's go back to Elsie&Ethan...
In the last episode, Ethan was still trying to figure out what seemed different at the office and also decided to go have a few drinks with some friends, whilst Elsie is dealing with her mum, now living with her, having suddenly decided to leave her husband of thirty-five years...let's see what happens next! :)
And now...
After she managed to calm her mum down, reassuring her that the food was indeed healthy and that she was absolutely following what her doctor had prescribed, Elsie was about to go back to her room, when the doorbell rang. Elsie stopped in her tracks. What now? Hopefully, not her sister having also left her husband or her dad coming to get his wife back (although that would be helpful), or...someone else with their own problem because she wasn't sure she had any strengh left in her.
'Well...don't stand there and open the door!' Her mum had joined her. 'Why don't you do it yourself then?' Elsie almost blurted out 'as you obviously made yourself at home!' but at the last second, Elsie held her tongue. Not now. She'd to learn how to chose her battles. That wasn't one of them.
Elsie opened the door. 'Ned!' She exclaimed, surprised. Although, why should she be? He was her boyfriend (kind of) and also the father of her baby, he'd the right to come and see her. However, to be honest, with everything going on, Elsie hadn't had time to think about Ned. Was it strange? Elsie frowned.
'Hey honey...' Ned smiled. 'Surprised to see me?'
'Hey Ned...yes, sorry...um, were you suppose to-'
'No, I mean yes, I planned to come earlier than that, but work kept me busy...' He apologized.
'Oh, don't worry, that's OK...I'm happy to see you'
'Me too. So, how's the baby? You haven't been doing anything-'
That was Ned for you. Thoughtful and kind. Always worrying. Elsie shook her head, ready to reply when her mum beat her to it.
'Young man, I'm here to make sure Elsie keeps her feet up at all times...so, you don't have to worry'
'Er...hi and who might you be?'
'I'm Elsie's Mum, Polly, it's nice to make your acquaintance and I'm guessing you're Ned? She held her hand out.
He shook her hand. 'I'm...and nice to meet you too' 'Um, I didn't know you were visiting'
'Oh, I'm not visiting'
'You're not?'
'No, I'm staying here. With my daughter. For a little while'
Suddenly, Elsie wanted to disappear. Ned glanced at her. 'You...are? I'm not following'
'N-Ned, will you come for a minute? Please?' Elsie managed. Fortunately, Ned got the message and followed her to her bedroom. He closed the door behind them.
'Would you mind explaining?' Ned crossed his arms.
Elsie did. 'So, she's actually leaving with you?' Ned asked, five minutes later.
'Yes, she is...'
'For how long?'
'I have no idea and stop looking at me like that..it's not like I invited her here...she came on her own!'
'I know, I know but can't you tell her-'
Elsie shook her head. 'I...I can't. I mean I tried but...at the end of the day, she's my mum and-'
'I'm aware of that' Ned interrupted her 'However, this is your life, you've to set-up boundaries and you've-we've got the baby coming soon...how do you see it working?!'
'I haven't thought this far ahead and she'll probably go back to my dad soon...it's just a phase' Elsie said, despite knowing deep down, that it might not be just a phase. Yet, what else could she do?
'Let's hope, it is because let me tell you...we absolutely can't live here the four of us...'
'I'm sure it's-wait, what? What did you just say?'
'I hope it's just a phase?'
'No, no, not that part. The part after that?'
'Oh, we can't live the four of us together here...'
'Yes, that one. What, um...what did you mean by that?'
'You, me, the baby and your mum, we can't-'
'Ned, we...how...I...' Elsie stopped.
'It's a bit early to plan everything, I know, but I thought you'd be glad for us to be a family...'
'I....got that...and I'm...I just wasn't...expecting that' Elsie admitted.
'Why ever not?'
'I don't know....it's-we barely know each other, that's all and this baby is-was a surprise, I didn't know how you felt exactly...'
'Well, it's a way, like any other, I guess and when I said I wanted to be involved, I meant it'
'Oh....'
'You don't seem happy about it?'
'No, um, sorry....' Elsie chuckled 'I...I'm happy...sorry'
Ned smiled, relaxing. 'I'm not going anywhere? OK?' He kissed her gently, before helding her in his arms. Normally, Elsie loved it. Yet, in the middle of all these beautiful words and promises, something felt...different. But what exactly? Oh, stop it! And enjoy the moment, Elsie told herself as she hugged him back.
A few hours later, not so far from Elsie's flat, a taxi picked-up Ethan. He groaned softly as he finally arrived back at his flat. He let the lights off, made a quick trip to the bathrooom before falling asleep on his bed, still wearing his clothes. Last time, I'm ever having this much to drink....was his last thought.
To be continued...:)
Hope you still like their adventures? :) Take care and you soon for another article! :) xxx
mardi 13 février 2018
Elsie&Ethan's new adventures :)
Dear readers,
Hope you're all OK?!
I hope you're still enjoying like I do whilst writing their stories, Elsie&Ethan's adventures....? :)
Last time, we left Elsie dealing with the unexpected arrival of her mum, who had decided to leave her husband...
So let's see what happens next :)
And now...
Something was still...not the same. Yet, Ethan knew it couldn't be possible. After all, everything seemed to be the same as ever. Everything was running smoothly. His professional life as well as his personal was fine. He had run over in his head every possibilties, every scenario as to why something would be off. It wasn't. OK, Sarah had also noticed something when she'd stopped by to yell at him. But even that didn't prove it was or wasn't the same. Oh, damn it! He sighed. Stop driving yourself crazy! Everything's fine! Stop seeing things that aren't there!
Ethan went back to work. Without too much interference from the rest of his staff. Towards the end of the day, as most of the employees had already left, he turned his computer off, took his jacket and briefcase, closed his office door, making his way towards the elevator. His phone buzzed as the doors opened. Ethan took it out as he went in.
Friends were inviting him from a drink. Drinks more like. The same bunch he often hang out with. They were fun and not too complicated, which Ethan needed right now. Although a part of him wished they could take things more seriously from time to time. Stop making silly jokes (OK, some were still funny) but...some were less fun even though he laughed, just to fit in. Or would give sound advice. Listen. Would be there in case of emergency. Because at the end of the day, these friends weren't going to be around if anything happened such as losing his compagny or if he had a car accident. Fun,yes, they were there a hundred per cent. Serious stuff? Ah, are you kidding me? No way. Not like Paul, his brother was. Or....well, Sarah was. If that was possible. He may have tried to seduce her but that was all pretend. She never took shit from him. She was always straight with him. Never afraid of telling him what she thought of him. And, not that he'd admit it, but he considered Sarah a friend.
The elevator's doors pinged indicating he had arrived at the ground floor, interrupting his thoughts. Maybe for the best or he'd turned into one of...his ex-girlfriends? No. Nope. No. That's not me. He shook his head. What just happened? Ethan glanced at his phone, buzzing again. OK, maybe just a drink. A few at the most. Ethan texted back before he could change his mind.
A few miles away, Elsie was trying NOT to go crazy, such as losing her mind. Living with your parents or one of your parents was one thing when you were growing-up but living with them when you were an adult...not so much! Elsie took a deep breath. Give me strengh...give me strengh not to-
'Elsie!' His mum's voice interrupted her. Barely two days and- 'What kind of food is this? You're pregnant! You should eat healthy! Not that...junk! Who is-' she drove her crazy! 'You won't even know I'm here....she'd said. Well, guess what? I know you're here! 'Oh, that's remind me, we need to-'
OK, kill me now...Elsie sighed, going out of her safe heaven that was her bedroom and see what her mum wanted...
To be continued...:) Take care and see you soon for another article :) xxx
Hope you're all OK?!
I hope you're still enjoying like I do whilst writing their stories, Elsie&Ethan's adventures....? :)
Last time, we left Elsie dealing with the unexpected arrival of her mum, who had decided to leave her husband...
So let's see what happens next :)
And now...
Something was still...not the same. Yet, Ethan knew it couldn't be possible. After all, everything seemed to be the same as ever. Everything was running smoothly. His professional life as well as his personal was fine. He had run over in his head every possibilties, every scenario as to why something would be off. It wasn't. OK, Sarah had also noticed something when she'd stopped by to yell at him. But even that didn't prove it was or wasn't the same. Oh, damn it! He sighed. Stop driving yourself crazy! Everything's fine! Stop seeing things that aren't there!
Ethan went back to work. Without too much interference from the rest of his staff. Towards the end of the day, as most of the employees had already left, he turned his computer off, took his jacket and briefcase, closed his office door, making his way towards the elevator. His phone buzzed as the doors opened. Ethan took it out as he went in.
Friends were inviting him from a drink. Drinks more like. The same bunch he often hang out with. They were fun and not too complicated, which Ethan needed right now. Although a part of him wished they could take things more seriously from time to time. Stop making silly jokes (OK, some were still funny) but...some were less fun even though he laughed, just to fit in. Or would give sound advice. Listen. Would be there in case of emergency. Because at the end of the day, these friends weren't going to be around if anything happened such as losing his compagny or if he had a car accident. Fun,yes, they were there a hundred per cent. Serious stuff? Ah, are you kidding me? No way. Not like Paul, his brother was. Or....well, Sarah was. If that was possible. He may have tried to seduce her but that was all pretend. She never took shit from him. She was always straight with him. Never afraid of telling him what she thought of him. And, not that he'd admit it, but he considered Sarah a friend.
The elevator's doors pinged indicating he had arrived at the ground floor, interrupting his thoughts. Maybe for the best or he'd turned into one of...his ex-girlfriends? No. Nope. No. That's not me. He shook his head. What just happened? Ethan glanced at his phone, buzzing again. OK, maybe just a drink. A few at the most. Ethan texted back before he could change his mind.
A few miles away, Elsie was trying NOT to go crazy, such as losing her mind. Living with your parents or one of your parents was one thing when you were growing-up but living with them when you were an adult...not so much! Elsie took a deep breath. Give me strengh...give me strengh not to-
'Elsie!' His mum's voice interrupted her. Barely two days and- 'What kind of food is this? You're pregnant! You should eat healthy! Not that...junk! Who is-' she drove her crazy! 'You won't even know I'm here....she'd said. Well, guess what? I know you're here! 'Oh, that's remind me, we need to-'
OK, kill me now...Elsie sighed, going out of her safe heaven that was her bedroom and see what her mum wanted...
To be continued...:) Take care and see you soon for another article :) xxx
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