Pacing up and down in the office and being unable to concentrate
in his work, Thaddeus was getting frustrated. The phone rang.
Yes? He yelled into the mouthpiece. Whoa, whats the matter with
you? Joe said, caught in surprise of his sudden outburst. Oh Joe,
sorry, whats up? He asked, calming down as they spoke about the
project. After hanging up, Thaddeus was still fidgeting. He took
his mobile, and checked his messages. Hi, Liz here, remember our
date? Ill be waiting for you at the coffee joint. See you at
10.
He decided to call home and check if Rachel would like to go out
for dinner. Darling, youve forgotten? I told you last week that
Ill be leaving for Hong Kong in another hour for the seminar? Are
you ok? the concerned wife asked. Thaddeus was one who has a good
memory; someone who never forgets special occasions and dates. Oh,
I totally forgot about it. Sorry dear. Was busy with the project.
So you have a safe flight and called me when youre settled, ok?
Sure, remember to have proper meals. Ill be back next week. Miss
you already. She giggled and hung up.
After talking to his wife, Thaddeus had a strong urge not to meet
up with Liz. Though its just coffee and nothing else, he didnt
want to lead her on. He didnt want to hurt Rachel. Switching off
his laptop and clearing up the mess on his table, he decided to
take a stroll along Esplanade before grabbing dinner, even though
he could jolly well drive there.
From the office to the Esplanade was only ten minutes walk, but it
seemed forever to him. Racing across his mind was Lizs message,
Joes warning and his wife. Sitting down in a café near the
waterfront, he ordered a pint of beer. Thaddeus knew he shouldnt
be thinking about Liz. He shouldnt even harbor any thoughts about
her, but deep down in his heart, he knew that he do have thoughts
about Liz. Its just physical attraction, he thought. Indeed it
is.
It was about nine thirty when hes done with dinner and beer. He
asked for the check and slowly walked back to collect his car. The
phoned beeped. Darling, Ive safely reached my hotel. Am tired
now, will call you tomorrow? Remember to collect your suit at the
dry cleaners tomorrow. Love you. He smiled.
As fast as the smile came, it was gone. There she stood. Long legs,
short black skirt, kitten heels, and a pink knitted top, she looked
like marvelous. With her long black hair pulled back, she showed
off her sharp features with minimal make-up. I didnt want you to
stand me up again. Called your office and the security said you
left your car here. Oh god, he thought.
Come on, lets go. She smiled and winked at him. Err
where
would you want to go? Thaddeus asked, opening the car door for
her. As she slipped into his BMW convertible, she said, someplace
quiet where we can be alone. He adjusted himself as he heard that,
and suggested, Why dont we ask Joe out too? He should be done
with his dinner at his parents place.
Listen; is it really very uncomfortable for you to have coffee
with me alone without him? Liz said, clearly upset. Her advances
to Thaddeus were pretty obvious.
Look, Ive a wife. I dont want to hurt her and my best friend,
Joe, he said, Im not someone who fools around. Youre beautiful.
Youve no lack of men, so please stop whatever youre doing to
me.
What did I do to you? she asked, flirtatiously. She placed one
hand on his lap, caressing him, the other hand touching his
chiseled face. He pushed her hands away. Please, stop it, if not,
get out of my car. Thaddeus agitated with her and the situation
that hes in. No man has ever rejected me like you did. Stop lying
to yourself. You wanted me as much as Joe wanted me. I want you,
not Joe, that night when we first met. She stepped out of the car
as she finished her sentence.
Without batting his eyes, Thaddeus drove away. He was very affected
because he knew what Liz said was true. He wanted her so much. The
desire was so strong that he could not curb.
Standing at the roadside alone, Liz thought, Youll be mine,
soon.
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That's part 2 for u all. Didn't think it was as good as Part 1. But
here it is anyway. Enjoy. 
