Chasing The Broken CEO
Chapter 36

"What?!"

Shocked with what he said, I turned to him with my lips parted. Evan is now holding a shot glass with a liquor in it. He's gazing at me intently. Without even looking away, he finished his drink.

My forehead creased. It's too early and yet he's already drinking. Why?

"Uhm... Who... Who changed my," I cleared my throat. "Who changed my clothes then?"

He grinned boyishly. He put down the shot glass on the desk near him. I swallowed hard when he started walking closer to me.

I was about to step back as I don't like the way he smiles at this very moment but he immediately held my hand and pulled me closer to him.

"I was the one who changed your clothes last night," he said huskily.

My eyes widened in disbelief. He's still gazing at me in a very intense way. Like he's trying to gets into my system and read what is in my mind. I bit my lower lip as I started to feel the sudden heat on my face. If he was the one who changed my clothes then he saw... everything... He saw my entire body! Damn it!

The side of his lips rose once again. He smiled seductively that sent shivers up to my spine. He pulled me, even closer to him. I felt his body against mine and I swore my face is already blushing severely this time! "You're a bad girl," he uttered and then he licked his lower lip. That made me gasp.

"What... What did I do?"

Damn it, Nathalie! You're really dead!

"Flaunting your beauty in front of Sei, hmm?" He replied in a dangerous tone. "Allowing him to take a photo of you? Wearing a sinful fitted dress?"

I swallowed very hard. I could not even utter a single word because my heart is beating aggressively. The way he talks and stares at me, it is like he will never go easy on me...

And I am guilty! I know I've gone crazy last night and it wasn't intentional, alright?

"I... I'm..." I breathed heavily as I tried to think of a right word to say, to somehow defend myself a little however I can't think straight because my head hurts like hell!

"You're not going to drink alcohol anymore, Risha..."

"A-Alright then," I looked down and just admitted right in front of him that I was wrong and would not talk back anymore.

My faced heated in shame. I can't believe I acted that way in front of him and Irish!

"Possessive," he said that made me looked at him again. He pursed his lips sexily. "But I like it..."

***

I was silent the whole time while sitting in the car beside Evan. We're on our way to my office.

I am completely struggling for words. I don't even know what to tell him after all the mess I've created last night. It's like a nightmare repeatedly playing in my mind, torturing me badly.

I did throw dagger looks on that woman, Irish Esquivel.

I insulted Evan's feelings damn hard.

I almost picked up a fight against his first love.

I am freaking embarrassed!

It was like, I was goddamn possessed by an evil spirit because I will never act that way when I am in my normal state of mind! I closed my eyes and massaged the side of my head gently.

I can't believe that it all happened in just one freaking night!

Not just that.

Waking up in the morning while wearing different clothes really freaked me out. Until now, I am still thinking whether Evan really said the truth that he was the one who changed my clothes or was he only kidding about it so he can piss me off? But if he was telling the truth then... Goodness!

Can I just die now please?

My cheeks blushed immediately just when I think about it. The thought of Evan looking at my naked body as he tried to change my clothes made me feel so embarrassed! I felt shameful and I think I won't be able to look at him the same way ever again!

How can I talk to someone who have probably seen my naked body and still acted cool about it?

Why did he do it, anyway? He didn't even take me home yet he had the audacity to change my clothes without my permission! He should've let me sleep with the same clothes last night! Why did he do it!

I pursed my lips, my forehead creased. I felt like I am going to be sick in my entire life because of the stupidity I just made.

Evan is also driving in silence. It's a good thing though. I swear I won't be able to fight back if he starts to piss me off.

He assumed that I got jealous and was trying to be possessive of him because he was with Irish last night. He must be kidding!

Why would I even get jealous, huh? I don't feel anything for him! Well, I am kind of puzzled with him and he's like a challenge to me but that's all. I only want him to teach a lesson and so he would be less arrogant when he's with me. I mean, so what if he was with Irish, right?

For me, jealousy is a cheap feeling. I know where to stand and so does my heart. Liking someone who hasn't even moved on from his failed relationship is not my forte.

I glanced at Evan secretly. His eyes are darted on the road, seriously driving. His forehead is creasing slightly, red lips closed firmly, as if he's thinking about something deeply.

I felt the lump in my throat so I decided to look away.

I am wondering if he felt something when he saw my naked body. Or did he even take a look?

Or his eyes were closed when he changed my clothes?

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"Fucking bastard..." I murmured absentmindedly and sighed heavily.

"What?" his tone is difficult.

I glanced at him again.

"Huh? Nothing!" I cleared my throat and just closed my eyes for a fake sleep. Damn it, Nathalie!

***

I immediately unbuckled my seat belt when we arrived in front of my office.

"You're really up for silence," said Evan who are now watching every move I make.

I looked down and tried to think of a word to say. I bit my lower lip. I decided to gazed up at him shortly and then I opened the door beside me.

"Thank you for the ride," was all I managed to say before I went out of his car.

As much as possible, I don't want to have an eye-to-eye contact with him. It felt like I am going to pass out because of embarrassment if I meet his intense gaze.

I closed the door for the shotgun seat and then walked away as fast as I can.

"Good morning, Nathalie!" a familiar voice greeted me happily.

I turned to Jameson who are wearing a sweet smile on his lips. He's also heading in the office like me.

"Hey! Good morning!" I smiled a bit and waited for him.

"Hey, I was informed by Judge Gonzalez that you will be the assigned stenographer for his court hearing later this afternoon. It is a different case this time." He said and then he opened his attache case. He took a brown envelope from the inside and handed it over to me. "I was not able to give it you yesterday because you went home early."

I already have a hunch about the documents inside the envelope. Whenever Judge Gonzalez assigns me in his court hearings, he always give me a heads up and feeding me with details regarding the case even though it's not really necessary. "Thank you very much, Jameson. I will surely check this files later."

He smiled and patted my shoulder. "No problem, Nathalie. I got you, always!"

I shook my head and only chuckled.

"Risha..."

Oh, shit!

Jameson turned his gaze at the man who spoke behind me. I was about to turn around and speak with Evan but I already felt his hand traveled on my waist.

I looked at Evan hesitantly. I saw the familiar ruthlessness in his eyes. I knew it. His cruel personality has been activated. He eyed Jameson warily. "Evan..." I called his name softly.

"I forgot to tell you that we have an appointment with my mom's friend this later this evening. She will give you a dress for you to wear in our engagement party," his tone has changed upon saying those last two words, like he's trying to prove something.

"Oh, alright then..." I looked back at Jameson. The confusion was already painted on his face because of what Evan have said. "Jameson, I would you like to meet Evan," then I glanced at Evan again. "Evan, he is Jameson. He's one of the lawyers assigned to the regional court."

Evan offered his hand for a hand shake. I blinked twice as I didn't expect him to act this way.

"Evan Zendejas," he introduced himself in a formal tone. "Risha's fiance."

"Oh..." Jameson seemed surprised with it. "Hi! Uhm... My name is Jameson Alleje."

They shook hands in front of me. Just damn it! Why is this so familiar to me? I just remember how Irish and I have been introduced with each other last night!

"It is nice meeting you." Evan told Jameson and he gazed down on me. "I'll pick you up later so we can prepare your dress for our most awaited day."

I gasped when he suddenly caressed my hair in front of Jameson. I felt the lump in my throat so I had to swallow very hard. He slowly touched my cheek and his fingers ran down my chin. Then, he leaned down and gave me a kiss on my lips. What the fuck...

"I hope you'll have a good day at work, baby. I can't wait to see you later," and then he smiled at me.

I was stunned. I can't even do a single move as I can't believe that he kissed me. That was our second kiss!

His gaze turned to Jameson. He nodded at him boyishly. "See you around."

I was not able to breathe properly. My body was still freezing up even when Evan already left and headed to his car. My eyes have followed him. He playing with his car key, throwing it in the air and catch it with his own hand. I saw his devilish smirk flashing on his lips before he went inside the driver's seat.

I inhaled heavily. My heart was like on a marathon again! Does stealing a kiss make him so happy? He always shock me!

"Nathalie, I'm sorry but I have to go." said Jameson that made me turn to him.

He looked down and didn't meet my eyes. I know he's a little bit shocked that someone like Evan appeared all of a sudden and has done some cringe moves! I felt so shy in front of him too.

I only nodded. "Sure. Thanks again, Jameson."

"No problem, Nathalie..." and then he walked away.

I stoop up in front of our office for a few minutes. I felt like my heart was already drowning in mixed feelings of shame and unfamiliar emotions Evan have made me feel. He's already gone but I can't still move on from what he did. How can he kiss me so easily? There is no mutual attraction between us so I don't really understand what he's up to!

For a record, he already kissed me twice and left me confused...