Tempting the Billionaire and His Heir

Chapter 35 (1080)

ALEXA’S POVConTEent bel0ngs to Nôv(e)lD/rama(.)Org .

“Would it be alright if you spend your day with me?” I stood there confused as he asked me.

“My son is out on a date with his girlfriend after classes, so you’re left with nothing to do at home, correct?” I nodded in response to his question.

“Then I don’t mind taking you out. You won’t have to stay longer than a couple hours. It will make me happy to have your company around me.” He continued walking while he had his hands in his pocket as he makes his way to his desk where his keys were, but my feet seemed glued to the ground as I stared at the back of his gray suit.

My gaze slowly followed his movement, trying to calm the rapid beating of my heart. Why was I being asked out by someone I don’t know, someone who hates me no less? Why didn’t Nolan come along with him? I’m starting to wonder if it’s even worth it to try to explain things. Is it really a good idea to let myself be around Mr. Brown after what Nolan said?

I was shocked and speechless. I looked up at Mr. Brown and was stunned by his kind face. I guess the man was actually worried about me since Nolan didn’t mention any of this before he left with Kathy together this morning. I was unsure how to react.

“Sir, is it actually alright to go out with you?” I blushed as the words fell out of my mouth, it felt wrong but the thought of dating a hot rich man is enough to keep my heart racing.

I’ve always considered myself very fortunate. Being smart and strong in the face of adversity has kept me from getting hurt too much. However, this sudden change in circumstances had me worried.

“Don’t worry, you don’t have to. If you want to wait until Nolan comes back, that’s fine too,” Mr. Brown smiled. He seemed oblivious to my inner turmoil.

“No!” I blurted out, surprising both myself and Mr. Brown.

He looked startled and almost laughed.

“No? I thought you didn’t want to go with me?” His voice was laced with confusion as he gave me an inquiring stare.

I sighed, “I’m sorry, sir, I just don’t know how to feel. I haven’t actually been asked out before and my last relationship was toxic,”

Jade is definitely going to flip if she finds out about this.

“So I guess that I actually don’t know how to react about this” I shrugged as I finished.

Mr. Brown’s expression softened, “If your uncomfortable with opening up to new relationship because of a toxic ex, then why the sudden change of heart?”

I kept my silence until Mr. Brown broke it by clearing his throat.

“Well, Nolan said that it is only right that I leave with you since he is going to come home late tonight. So if he sees me at dinner with someone else, I know it will cause problems for him,” he answered truthfully, although I wasn’t sure whether Nolan had anything to do with this I feel the thrill of hanging out with Mr. Brown exhilarating.

“Ok, so I don’t mind if you accompany me but please make sure to bring a jacket or something,” he chuckled to himself.

“I’ll see what I can do,” I responded shyly as a faint blush graced my cheeks.

He walked around his desk to grab his coat as I went to collect my gloves inside my pocket and phone off where I had put them a few minutes ago before leaving the his office. He stopped in his tracks and stared down at me. I knew my eyes were wide open since I could practically feel the intensity radiating from him. I tried to avert my eyes as my neck turned red as I bit the inside of my cheek.

“What do you say?” His deep voice sounded like velvet rolling across silk sheets. It sent goosebumps over my body causing me to shiver.

“I guess I can tag along with you and I’ll see what I can do about a jacket for us to wear” I nodded my head.

***

Oddly enough, the greatest date plan is a drive through a fastfood chain. Mr. Brown didn’t want the staff to have any ideas of us, so he took a call with his driver to leave the car by the parking lot for us.

I’m still in my maid uniform but his coat kept me warm every time the harsh cold breeze hit us.

“What do you think about our date?” Mr. Brown chuckled whilst asking, looking at me in anticipation.

“I think you haven’t touched the food I made you,”

We erupted in laughter as he moves to takes it from the backseat and open it.

The smell of the still warm food that I cooked filled the car and mixed with the deep fried chicken smell. Taking a bite, his eyes widen with joy and looks at me.

“The takeout is much better,” I giggled at his remark and reached a spoonful at me to bite.

“Are you enjoying your day with me?” He asks.

I nod my head as I chewed on another fry. He gave a wide smile as his eyes narrowed while staring at me. Now that is adorable.

I smiled at him as I chewed.

“Yeah, it was nice to go out for a ride and just chill a little,”

“That’s good, because I didn’t think you would enjoy yourself today. I mean, I didn’t think you would have to work for so long. Are you used to working long hours, Alexa?” He questioned curiously as he took another fry.

“I am, sir,” I simply replied. He hummed in acknowledgment as he finished his first one and put it back into the plastic container.

The rest of the drive was quiet except for the music that filled the car. My lips tugged upwards as the lyrics from the song reminded me of Nolan… he always likes to sing this particular song.

A few of his tracks would play loudly througgout the mansion. It’s pretty easy to tell who wrote it. I could hear his voice clearly in my ears.

As we continued to drive, I notice we were going up ahead a track leading to the top of the hill above the city. I glance over to see the city lights that lit through the dusk of day.