The Variations by M. Jones

Author:M. Jones [Jones, M.]
Language: eng
Format: epub
Published: 2019-09-08T05:00:00+00:00

Chapter 30

"You weren't kidding when you said no one was home," Kate commented as she entered Chris' house with her bags. She was immediately greeted by silence and the warm air from the heater that forced her to remove her winter gear. She looked around, noticing that the dining area and the hallway looked partially dark, even though it was still afternoon.

"My parents texted me when we were coming here," Chris said as he dragged his own luggage and the groceries they had purchased into the house. "They will not be coming back today. Maybe after a few days or even next week."

"Huh," Kate said, looking around the deserted house. The living room and kitchen areas looked surprisingly clean from where she stood.

"How many days did you spend alone in this house?" she asked as she turned to face Chris.

"Just two," he told her. Kate looked away from him, silently admiring how he was able to keep the house tidy by himself.

"Do you want to change?" he asked her.

"No, I'm okay like this," she replied, motioning to her jeans and her blouse.

"Really?" he prodded. "Wouldn't you feel uncomfortable?"

Marie thought over his words. A part of her agreed with him, but then another part wanted to stick with her clothes. She was at his parents' home, and she felt like they would know if she dressed inappropriately in their home.

"How about some shorts?" she suggested.

"And a different shirt," added Chris, eyeing her torso. Kate looked down at her form, not understanding why he was looking there.

"There is nothing on my shirt, is there?"

"Nothing I wouldn't want to touch," Chris stated.

"Chris!" Kate exclaimed, feeling her cheeks flush as she widened her eyes.

"That blush on your face makes me want to kiss you," he added, making her blush even more.

"Chris, stop," she said, and she heard him chuckle.

"What? You're my girlfriend now, and so I have the freedom to speak my mind and get away with it."

Kate shook her head at him with a smile.

"So, where am I staying?" she decided to change the subject.

"In one of the guest bedrooms. I'll show you," Chris said, reaching for her hand. She grabbed his, and she felt small shocks travel up her arm. She tried not to focus on the feel of his hand as he led them up the stairs and into a hallway. They didn't go far before he stopped them in front of an open room with a white door.

"You can take this one," he suggested. The room was spacious. It was composed of orange walls, and there was a large window that had been obstructed by a gray curtain. A closet, a dresser and a large bed that was positioned in the middle of the room were also present.

"This is a guest room?" she asked him in surprise, earning a nod as confirmation.

"My parents want anyone who visits to feel at home," he explained. "But unlike some rooms in the house, this one does not have a bathroom."

"Oh."

"It's actually right over there," he pointed with his thumb to his side.

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