One evening, Ethan spotted them laughing together. He stormed over. Isabella, I need to discuss the smith account, he said, his tone sharp. Now? He nodded. Alexander stood. I will leave you two to discuss business, see you around Bella.
As Alexander walked away, Ethan's gaze lingered. Isabella's expression turned cold. What is really bothering you Ethan? Nothing. Don't lie to me Ethan. His voice dropped.
You're enjoying Alexander attention aren't you? Isabella's smile was sly. Maybe I am, she replied. Ethan's eyes blazed. You're playing with fire. Jealous Ethan? Ethan's face twisted. No he said, but his eyes betrayed him.
Isabella and Alexander's friendship blossomed. Daily phone calls, texts, laughs. Ethan's frustrations simmered. He couldn't bear the thought of Isabella sharing her life with someone else.
Every morning, Isabella first call was to Alexander. Ethan would watch her smile, her eyes sparkling whenever she talks to Alexander. He felt left out
One day, he confronted her. Who is Alexander to you? Her expression remained calm. A friend. Ethan eyes narrowed. A friend you talk to everyday? She shrugged. We click. Ethan jaw clenched. You are replacing me. No Ethan. You're just not used to not having my full attention
You are enjoying this aren't you? Her smile faltered. Ethan, I care about you, but….but what? He pressed. I need someone who doesn't complicate my life. She said and walked away.
The two weeks trip concluded. Ethan and Isabella returned home. Their professional masks firmly in place. As they parted ways at the airport, Ethan felt a pang. The distance between them grew.
Back at the office, Sophia greeted Ethan warmly. Welcome back, darling. I have missed you so much. Ethan forced a smile. Isabella walked in looking radiant. Good morning everyone.
The office buzzed. Ethan gazed lingered on Isabella. Their professional relationship resumed. Meetings, presentations, and reports, but Ethan's mind wandered. Alexander presence still lingered.
One day, he called Isabella Into his office. Isabella, how is the Johnson report? Almost done sir. His eyes locked onto hers. Good
The next day… Sophia sashayed to Isabella desk. Hey, Bella.
Still playing the ice queen huh? She taunted. Ethan is not interested in your frigid charm she added. Ethan is mine don't forget. He will never be interested in a dirty thing like you. With a parting glance, Sophia sauntered into Ethan office.
Sophia? What is going on, what are you doing here? Ethan asked. I missed you so much she said and without a warning.
She crossed the distance between them and kissed him. He needed a distraction form Isabella, and Sophia seduction was just that. His hands began undressing Sophia. Their lips still locked.
Just as Sophia dress fell
Isabella opened the door with a file in her hand, Ethan this is the…. Her eyes widened seeing them. I'm sorry she muttered and scrambled out. Looks like someone is jealous, Sophia said with a sly smile.