Corset Diaries by Knowles Erosa

Author:Knowles, Erosa
Language: eng
Format: epub
Published: 2022-02-22T00:00:00+00:00

Chapter Nine

Tim and Riddick returned after the funeral the following week. Initially, he seemed depressed but bounced back after another week. I thought he and Riddick were an item, but when we chatted on the phone, Tim laughed off the idea.

“Riddick can’t, won’t commit, but doesn’t want me to become serious with anyone. That’s not how this works. If I meet someone, I’m on it.”

“Good.” Since my life was roses and sunbeams, I wanted my bestie happy, too.

“Pencil in time next week for another photoshoot.”

I nodded. “Let me know when you want to do it. Since I quit, I have some free time right now.” I’d enrolled in the community college to take programming courses the following semester.

“Will do. How’s Antonio? Still treating you right?”

“Yeah. We’re still good.” I sighed.

“What?”

“I’m waiting for him to call it off. For something to happen. It’s too good to be true. The man treats me like a queen all the time. No one I know has ever told me about this.”

“Yeah, I know. What if he’s just into you? Why shouldn’t he treat you that way?”

“Didn’t you tell me to guard my heart?” I sat up and held the phone closer.

“Yeah, but that was for the first date. It’s been what? Two? Three weeks and he’s still coming around, taking care of you.”

“I take care of myself,” I huffed. I refused to become dependent on anyone. That was a dangerous road to travel. My father taught me that.

“You know what I mean. Treats you like his woman, that kind of taking care of.”

I thought about it. “Two and a half weeks and yeah, each day is better than before. I really like him.”

“Nothing wrong with that. You deserve it. I’ll text you for the shoot and let you know what’s up. Chill.” He disconnected.

Before I could put the phone down, it beeped. Without looking at the caller ID, I spoke. “What did you forget?”

“Nothing that I’m aware of,” Antonio said.

Warmth filled my chest. I laughed. “Sorry, I just got off the phone with Tim. How’s your day going?” I wasn’t sure what Antonio did exactly. Other than owning several companies and working long hours, that is.

“Ah, I see. Would you accompany me on a business trip this weekend? I must fly to the west coast and want you with me. Plus, I promised you a shopping trip.”

“You want me to come with you?” I must not have heard him correctly.

“Yes, please. I want to be with you. I promise you won’t regret it.”

Stunned, I almost asked if he wanted me to come with him again when my brain kicked in. “Yes, I’ll go with you.” Grinning, I pumped a fist in the air. “And I want to do a lot of shopping.”

“Whatever you want, it’s yours.”

Testing the waters, I said. “I want you.”

“You already have me. I must work late tonight, but will take you to dinner tomorrow. We can leave for the airport from my home the following morning.”

Dazed, I shook my head. “So, I should be packed when you pick me up for dinner?”

“Yes.

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