💔BENEATH THE CROWN💔
(AMANDA’S TALE)
Written By RuchinaBlog
CHAPTER 4
AMANDA’S POV
I went to submit my letter of leave and carried on with my daily duties. Soon, it was closing time. I picked up my bag and walked out, but I bumped straight into Michael. I was about to walk away when his voice stopped me.
“Amanda, please let’s talk. Let me take you out for dinner one last time, please,” he said, looking deep into my eyes.
“Okay, just one last time,” I said, not knowing that it would be my undoing.
We walked towards his car, and he opened the door for me like the gentleman he is. Soon, we got to the restaurant, settled down, and placed our orders. While waiting for our food, he looked at me and held my hands.
“I really want us to be together, and I am sorry for forcing against your wish. Please forgive me. I just love you so much. You are unlike any girl I have ever met. You are not like those who throw themselves or cling to me for my money. I really wish things could be different for us. I understand what you are going through, and I am willing to step aside. But please, if you ever need my help, don’t hesitate to call. Take me as your new best friend, please!” he pleaded.
“Okay, I will,” I said. Soon, our orders came, and we began to eat.
As I ate, I noticed a familiar face heading towards the bathroom. I stood up to follow, took an excuse, and headed towards the bathroom.
Stopping at the back of a familiar figure, I called out, “Miranda! Hello, bestie.”
She turned, excited to see me, and grabbed me into a tight hug.
“Oh my God! I am so happy to see you. How have you been? How is work?” she asked excitedly.
“I am fine; work is fine,” I replied.
“Wow! What are you doing here? I know your job consumes your time,” she said. I smiled, knowing she would be surprised when I told her the reason I was here.
“My director invited me to lunch,” I said, smiling.
“Wow! You finally agreed to go on a date. Who is the lucky one? Come and introduce me to him,” she said, so excited as if she won a jackpot.
I led her towards the table where Michael was waiting for me and introduced them.
“Michael, this is my bestie, Mirabel. Mirabel, meet my Boss, Michael,” I said. Michael stood up to shake Mirabel, who accepted it gladly, but for some reason, she wouldn’t let go and was busy ogling him. I coughed a little to bring her back from her dreamland.
She apologized and bade me goodbye, promising to call the next day, to which I agreed.
Michael and I settled back and chatted for a while before I noticed it was time to go home.
“I had a wonderful time today, Michael, thanks to you,” I said.
“The pleasure is all mine, mi lady,” he replied as he pecked my hands. I laughed; he was so sweet.
“Well, I have to go home now to put things in order for my trip,” I said as I stood up.
“Okay then, may I have the honor of taking you home, mi lady?” he asked. I laughed; gosh, this guy is really funny.
“Okay, sir, you may lead the way,” I replied.
“Nope, ladies first,” he said.
We walked out of the restaurant holding hands. Suddenly, he hugged me and whispered into my ear.
“I will miss you, and you can also count on me for anything you need. Please remember to call. Don’t forget me, please,” he said sorrowfully.
“I promise I won’t forget you. You are now my best friend,” I replied.
He drove me home and waited until I got in before driving off. I couldn’t help but smile at the events of this evening as I prepared for bed. But I couldn’t be with him, so I had to let go of my feelings for him.
MIRABEL’S POV
I didn’t leave the restaurant immediately; I blended into the crowd and watched Amanda from where I was. I couldn’t help but feel jealous because of the guy she was having lunch with, Michael! That’s his name; he was so handsome and my kind of guy. I don’t know what he sees in Amanda, but that’s not my business. I love him, and I must get him.
I followed them as they walked out; I watched them as they held hands, and I felt so jealous and began to take pictures. Even when he pecked her, I took the pictures. I don’t know, but for some reason, I felt the pictures would come in handy.
Amanda, I am going to ruin you. I must get what I want.
MICHAEL IS MINE!! I smirked.
TBC
who knows what Miranda is planning