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Post by Shell on Dec 23, 2006 11:07:34 GMT
Chapter fourteen A Huge thanks to Onie for the, use of her sim Cassandra I left Bryon’s house, feeling high on life and love as I needed to check in at the office to let them know I was back if they needed me. It was great surprising Bryon, but was even better that I made the last minute decision to come home after talking to Ruby and Saxson. The ticket was worth the extra cost, because I wouldn’t have been able to keep it a secret from him if I had to wait. On the way to the office I stopped to get petrol. After putting petrol in my car I walked into the shop to pay for it. Looking at the magazines, while I waited to be served my eyes widened in disbelief. Walking over and picking up the magazine that had caught my eye, I stared intently at the cover, tears, filling my eyes. Still holding the magazine I walked out, got in my car and started to drive off. The only thing that prevented me confronting Bryon, was the service station attendant, standing in front of my car demanding payment for the petrol and magazine. Apologizing profusely I handing him $50, even though the petrol only came to $25 and drove to the office in somewhat of a daze, the magazine flapping next to me. Parking my car I walked into the building, and caught the lift up. Greeting Lily I headed over to Ian’s room and knocked. “Come in” he called. Smiling I opened the door “Hi Ian” I greeted as I walked over to his desk. “Simone?!” Ian replied little surprised. “what are you doing back?” “I am back for a weeks holiday to visit my family” I replied. “What about Bryon?” Ian inquired. “I don’t want to talk about him” I said loosing my smile. “Simone, what’s happened. When I spoke to you the other day you wouldn’t shut up about him and now you don’t want to speak out it” Ian asked me with confusion. “Lets just say we aren’t any more starting from now” I said steely. “Now if there is any work you want me to do while I am here please let me know” I said putting the smile back on my face. Ian still looked at me confused “No we have it covered for now” he replied. “Oh ok” I smiled “well I will be around for a while to tie up some loose ends and make a few phone calls to clients” I said as he nodded. Standing up I made my way to my room, asking Lily to patch through all my calls unless they were from Bryon. I sat at my computer and turned it on. I was still there when the cleaners came through. Looking at the time I grabbed my bag and wished them a good night. Turning on my mobile as I left the building, 6 missed called flashed up on the screen. I looked at them with discuss as they were all from Bryon. Throwing my bag and mobile on top of the magazine in the car I drove over to mums. Just as I parked the car my mobile started ringing again, I picked it up and Bryon’s name came up. Shaking my head I pressed the hang up button and grabbed the magazine, I made my way inside to the smell of cooking. “Hi” I called from the front door. Moments later my mum stuck her head around the corner “Oh My. Simone!” My mum yelled as she walked over to me and pulled me into her arms for a tight hug “what a wonderful surprise” she squealed as she let me go and looked around “So where is this hot man Bryon you are always talking about” she asked cheerfully. I looked at her and burst into tears. “Simone what’s the matter?” she asked me worriedly. “He wont be coming” I replied though my tears “I don’t want any more to do with him”. “Why Simone, what’s happened, the last time I talked to you all you could speak of was him”. Wiping away tears I lifted the magazine and handed it to mum and pointed to the picture on the front of Bryon in a deep passionate kiss with a raven beauty. “That man there is Bryon and he obviously has used me and is a rotten cheat” I said with glaring at the magazine in mums hands. “Oh Simone, it may not be him” she said as she looked at the cover. Taking the magazine from mum I flipped it open to the story “its all here in black and white, how much in love he is with this girl” I said starting to cry again. Mum threw the mag onto the coffee table behind me, and pulled me into her arms and hugged me while I cried. (a HUGE thanks to dizzy for making the mag cover!!)editors note: Yes, we realized AFTER the magazine went to press that there was a typo, with Jade Lovells baby bump. The reporters at Weekly Dizz are over worked and we realize that mistakes happen.
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Post by Shell on Dec 23, 2006 11:10:21 GMT
Chapter fifteen It was still dark when I rolled out of my bed the next morning, I wasn’t able to sleep most of the night and there was no point in trying now I thought as I padded my way to the bathroom for a shower. Looking at myself in the mirror as I did my hair I noticed my tired eyes were puffy from crying the night before. Sighing I looked away, there was no point in to trying to hide them. Smoothing my clothes I headed down stairs towards the kitchen, passing the front door on the way There standing outside the glass door was Bryon about to knock. Feeling complete anger I grabbed the magazine from the coffee table and I swung the door open and pushed at his chest as I stepped through and closed it behind me. “What are you doing here?” I asked in a low growl. Bryon’s face was both a mixture of shock and surprise “Simone! You are ok” he exclaimed. I looked at him and frowned “Yes Bryon I am fine. No thanks to you” I said feeling complete rage bubble up. “You said you would only be a few hours yesterday. You never answered my calls or called me back. I thought something terrible had happened to you. So I rang Cooper to get your mum's address, figuring she may have heard something” he said smiling as he reached for me. I took a small step backwards, moving way from him as my back touched the door. “Don’t touch me” I said angrily. “Simone, what’s wrong?” Bryon asked me confused his smile turning into a frown. “like you don’t know Bryon. You are a cheat and a complete scum bag. Did you really think wouldn’t find out about your other girl. What was I some fling. I am not interested in being the other woman and I certainly don’t do affairs” I yelled throwing the magazine at him. It hit his chest with a small thump and fell to his feet in a mess of paper. He bent down and picked it up and looked at the front cover. “Simone I can explain” he pleaded. “Oh I am sure you can Bryon, but I don’t want to hear your excuse. Now get the hell off my mum's property and never contact me again. I don’t want any more to do with you, and what we had is over. I don’t know what you thought I was, but I am certainly not the person to have an affair with a man. Get out of my life”. Bryon stood staring at me his mouth gaping open, the magazine limp in his hands. “Simone...I” he said sadly as I stared at him. “Good-bye Bryon” I said as I turned and opened the door and stepped inside, closing it behind me. Letting out the breath I had being holding I walked into the kitchen and sat down at the table and burst into tears. Mum came in moments later, taking a seat next to me. “Are you ok Simone” she asked me concerned. “I will be” I nodded as she put her arms around me “but I don’t think I will be staying for as long as first planed. I am sorry mum, but I just cant be in the same town as him, it hurts too much”. Mum nodded next to me “I understand honey, how about we get out of the house today and go visit Claudia at Uni”. I gave mum a watery nod “sounds great mum. After mum had rung a very excited Claudia and gotten dressed we headed out the door, thankfully Bryon had left. We had a wonderful day with my sister, it was great to see her again and being around dorms brought back some memories. When we arrived home there was a bunch of flowers on the door step with a card inside. I grabbed the flowers and threw them into the garden, walking inside I put the card in the bin, not bothering to read it. The next day I changed my ticket, I left Mum 2 days later.
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Post by Shell on Dec 23, 2006 11:13:41 GMT
Chapter Sixteen I spent the next few days throwing myself into work and getting over the jet lag. I missed my mum and Claudia, but most of all I missed talking to Bryon. Every time I thought of him, the magazine cover would come to my mind and make me angry all over again. I found myself avoiding Ruby and Jade when they were around Cooper and Saxson. It wasn’t that I was jealous, they just reminded me of Bryon and what I thought we had. I was packing up my paper work late one Friday afternoon, intending to go home early for once when my phone rang. “Anderson and partners consultancy firm, Simone Ford speaking” I said into the receiver. “Hey Simone” came Jackson’s voice. “Hi Jack” I replied a smile coming to my face “what can I do for you?” “Ok I am not asking, but can you come home early today”. He demanded. “If you aren’t asking then why did you pose it as a question?” I said still grinning. Ignoring me he continued “Because dear Simone you and I are going out tonight, and before you try anything Cooper told me not to take any excuses from you, besides we are both young single girls”. “Where are we going?” I asked him. “Not sure yet, but we will talk about it when you get home. So pack up and get that little butt back here” he replied in no nonsense tone. “Yes sir” I said giggling as I bid him a good bye and finished packing up. Six hours later, after much fussing over clothes, hair and make-up we were sitting at Lou- Lou’s lounge. “Come dance with me Simone” Jackson said taking the drink from my hand and putting it on the table. “Oh Jack I don’t know if I can” I said getting embarrassed. “What do you mean” Jack asked looking at me with wide eyes as my blush got redder. “I have never danced before” I said quietly. “Oh Simone” Jackson exclaimed holding back laughter as he took my hand “I will show you”. With out another word he pulled me onto the dance floor. I stood there looking around at all the bodies moving and smiled nervously. “Just do what I do” Jackson said grabbing my hips and moving them for me as I started giggling. “Sorry” I said to him trying to stop myself. “Its ok Simone, but just relax. Ignore everyone else. Its just me and you on this dance floor” he said smiling at me as I gave him a small nod. He let go of my hips, and stepped in closer putting a leg between mine, grating his hips. “Jackson are you sure you aren’t straight?” I asked a little confused. Jackson looked at me and started laughing “Simone darling, have you ever seen a straight man dance?” I started laughing with him and gave him a nod. “Need I say more” he said grinning. After following Jackson’s instructions, by relaxing I eventually started to enjoy myself as we danced close together. “Jackson I need a drink” I demanded half and hour later. “Ok Simone” he said laughing “I saw some hotties at the bar anyway. Lets go pick one each”. Taking in my shocked and embarrassed face he laughed and grabbed my hand and pulled me to the bar. Sitting down he indicated to a seat next to him “Sit down Simone” he said smiling at me before he turned to the bar staff and ordered two drinks. “When God said, ‘Let there be woman,’ he created you.” came a males voice next to me. “Excuse me” I said raising an eyebrow and tuning to the person next to me. “Hi my name is Trevor” he said grinning as he stood up and put out his hand. “Simone” I said a little shocked, as I too put out my hand. He took it and pulled me from my chair into standing position. With a small smile he lowered his lips to my hand and gave it a small kiss. I looked at Jackson, who was holding back a grin. “Come dance with me Simone” Trevor said in a seductively. “Oh I cant leave my friend” I said nervously. “Don’t be silly Simone” Jack said turning in his seat to face us “I will be right here, go have a wonderful time”. Turning my face so Trevor couldn’t see I glared at Jack and mouthed “No, help”. Jack grinned at me and turned back to his drink as I felt a small tug on my hand. Sighing I let myself be pulled onto the dance floor just as a slow song came over the speakers. “Oh there goes our dance” I said to a grinning Trevor who still had hold of my hand. “We can still dance Simone”. Without another word he pulled me to his chest and wrapped his arms around my waist. I put my hands on his shoulders to steady myself and I guess he took that as a sign I wanted to continue, as he started moving us slowly. “What do you do for a living Simone” Trevor asked me as we moved “I am a partner in a consultancy firm” I replied still wondering how I could get away from him. “Oh wonderful” he smiled as we continued the small talk though out the dance. Once the music had stoped I pulled from his arms “Thanks for the dance” I said shyly “but I need to get back to my friend” “Oh, thank you for the dance then Simone” he said smiling, giving him another smile I joined a giggling Jackson at the bar. “That was embarrassing” I said sitting next to him as he burst into fits of laughter causing me to start laughing with him.
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Post by Shell on Dec 23, 2006 11:15:49 GMT
Chapter Seventeen We were still laughing when we fell onto my bed after getting in. Jackson kicked off his shoes and made himself comfortable next to me. “I thought you would bring Trevor home” Jackson said looking at me. “Jack, I just broke up with Bryon” I said sadly. “Simone honey, the best way to get over a man is to get under a new one. You know what I think. I think you are just too shy for your own good” he said matter-of-factly “and you need more confidence. You are stunning Simone and its about time you started seeing that in yourself”. I looked at him and shook my head “I am not stunning Jack, but thanks for trying”. Jackson’s mouth dropped open as he stared at me “I cant believe you said that. That’s it. you and I are getting a make-over tomorrow, maybe then you will see how stunning you are”. “I don’t think...” I started to say when Jackson cut me off “No excuse Simone. I will see you later” getting of the bed he grabbed his shoes and headed out the door, leaving me speechless. He’s probably drunk, I convinced myself as I fell asleep. It was around lunch time when I got up and walked into the house. “Simone” Jackson pounced on me from no where. “Whoa, don’t do that again” I said putting a hand to my chest, taking in a grinning Jackson. “I have made an appointment for us both at my favourite day spa. We leave in half an hour” he said now smiling. “Jackson, I really...” “Simone what did I say, no excuses” he raised an eyebrow at me. “Ok ok” I sighed admitting defeat “I will be ready”. True to his word, 45 minutes later we were sitting in one of the hot tubs. “This is the life” Jackson said as he relaxed against the side. “yeah, I guess” I said pulling at my tiny bikini they gave me to wear and almost coming out of it. “Simone, stop fiddling. You look fine” Jackson said lifting his head a little to look at me “and if I was straight I would be doing you now baby” he grinned, wiggling his eyebrows. “Jackson!” I said blushing. “Just wait Simone, the best is yet to come, because after we do the make up and hair, we are going shopping. Not that there is any need because you can borrow Jade and Ruby’s clothes, but its always nice to have your own, now just relax and enjoy the water and don’t bother trying to fight me, you wont win” he said sleepily as he put his head back down on the side of the tub. Half an hour later the lady who greeted us at the reception came in “Jack, Cleo will be ready for you soon” she said smiling at us. “Thanks Suzie” Jackson said returning her smile then turned to me “Simone don’t look so worried, you will love Cleo, she is a goddess with a pair of scissors” he grinned. “Oh that makes me feel so much better” I replied as I got out of the water and dried off. After I got out of the tiny bikini and back into my own clothes I re joined Jack, who was waiting for me outside the bathroom door. “Simone, meet Cleo” he said pointing to a tall lady with long black hair standing next to him. “Hi Simone” she said cheerily “Oh you have such a lovely completion, there is so much we can do with you”. “Oh I just want a trim” I said playing with the ends of my hair. Jack and Cleo burst out laughing. “Simone honey, you need to trust us” Jackson said putting an arm around my shoulder. “If you don’t like what Cleo does then you can kick my ass and we can change it back”. I nodded “Ok” I replied feeling daring. Jackson took a seat next to mine while Cleo worked on my hair, talking to us the entire time. Neither of them would let me see myself when she had blow dried it “You have to wait for the make-up to be done first” Jack grinned “but you are looking awesome”. Cleo laughed as she pulled out a make up case pulling out lipstick, brushes and other stuff I had never seen before she moved like an expert. “All done” she said smiling at me 15 minutes later. “Can I look now?” I asked them. “Yes” Jackson said laughing as I stood up and moved over to the mirror and got the shock of my life.
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Post by Shell on Dec 23, 2006 11:19:43 GMT
ChapterEighteen “Is that me?” I asked looking back to Jack and Cleo. “yes Simone” Jackson said happily. “Do you like it?” Cleo asked. I turned back to the mirror, looking at the person in front of me, I blinked and so did she. I nodded touching my face “I love it Cleo” I said to her though the mirror “but isn’t it a bit to extravagant for me?” “ahh Simone” Jackson said coming up next to me and pulling me away from the mirror. “You look stunning. Now stop questioning it, we are going to get some funky clothes and just to show you what an amazing change this is we are going out again. You will get more men giving you looks then you did last night”. Giving Cleo and air kiss we left the spa and headed for the clothing shops. “Umm…Jack” I said looking in the mirror at the skimpy clothes he had me try on and pulled at the shirt to try cover more cleavage “its umm a bit non existent”. “Its perfect for tonight” Jackson said getting of the chair “we will take it all” he said to the girl behind the counter. My eyes widened as I turned around and looked at the pile of clothes sitting in the dressing room. “I cant wear this” I said looking down at the barley there material. “yes you can” Jack grinned at me. “Jack I am nervous. The hair and make up have been great, but I really don’t want to deal with sleazes wearing this!” I said waving at my body. “How’s this then Simone. If a guy approaches you and is well, sleazing just twirl your hair around your fingers and I will come save you. I will pretend I am your man” he replied sticking out his chest. I burst out laughing as I nodded. “Promise?” I asked. “Of course Simone, you are safe with me and I wouldn’t do anything to let you come to harm. That also goes for clothes, I wouldn’t tell you something looked that good when it didn’t. It does by the way” he said smiling. “What does this skimpy thing?” I asked still pulling at it as he took my hands and held them. “YES, I wish I had your body. You look amazing. Please trust me”. He said pleadingly. “I still like my own clothes” is said sighing and feeling completely uncomfortable. Jackson laughed as he gave me a hug. “Get changed I am famished” he said pushing me back into the change rooms. I didn’t protest. I was in much need of food myself. Getting home Jackson and I flopped on the couch in the main house. The bags laying at our feet, all stuffed with new clothes. “Lets not do that again for a while” I said turning to Jackson. He grinned at winked at me “No the hair colour should last a while yet”. I slapped him playfully on the arm “Don’t be a smart ass” I said returning his grin as Cooper walked in the room and did a double take. “Simone?” he asked looking at e confused. “Hey Cooper” I replied my grin turning to a smile. “Excuse me” Jackson said standing up “I have a few calls to make”. Cooper walked over to me his eyes wide. “Don’t you like it?” I asked a little worried. “You look like the girl I have always seen. Beautiful on the outside as well as on the inside” he replied taking a seat next to me as I blushed. “Simone I haven’t had a chance to talk you since you returned, and I know you don’t want to talk about what happened between Bryon and yourself, but as your best friend I need to tell you what Bryon did was out of character for him. In all my years of knowing him he has been nothing but honest. That includes his relationships. I find it hard to believe he would even look at another girl let alone kiss one. Are you sure he cheated on you, he loves you. Also being married to a movie star has shown me how much the press likes to beef things up” Cooper said to me seriously. “Cooper I appreciate what you are trying to help me out, but pictures don’t lie and he was kissing that girl. He didn’t even deny it, just told me he could explain. He hurt me Cooper and I don’t want him in my life anymore” I said loosing my smile as thoughts of Bryon came racing back. Cooper looked at me like he waned to say more and I am sure he would have, but the cries of Indiana came though the baby monitor. “I will talk to you later” I told Cooper as I picked up my bags. He gave me a small nod and walked out the room, while I headed to mine. Still fuming about Bryon and feeling determined to move on as fast as I could.
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Post by Shell on Dec 23, 2006 11:32:15 GMT
Chapter NineteenAfter more fighting with Jackson about my clothes, he won. We headed to one of the most popular night clubs, The End Up Club. “Umm Jack” I said pulling a face “maybe we should try another night club, look at that line” my eyes wandered down the length of people stretching around the corner. Jackson laughed and me and pulled me towards the bouncers. “Jackson” the biggest one yelled as we got closer “Hey Garth” Jackson greeted back not letting go of my hand. “How are you” Garth asked Jackson as he looking me up and down, making me blush. “I have been wonderful” Jack said giving my hand a small squeeze. “Great” Garth replied finally looking at Jackson “Ruby and Saxson are inside. We should catch up soon” he said removing the red rope between us. Jack nodded “Sounds great, you have my number” he said grinning as he pulled me forward, while Garth kept staring at me. “He likes you” Jack said as he opened the door for me. “Who that Garth guy?” I asked a little confused. Jackson laughed and nodded. “But he doesn’t know me” I said still confused. “Simone he likes the way you look. He doesn’t have to know you”. I looked back to Garth who now had his back turned to us “Oh” I said now surprised. “Simone, you don’t want him” Jackson said seriously “he is nice enough, but you will just be another notch on his belt, and you are better then that. Come on” he said putting a hand on the small of my back and directing me in the door. I looked around as we walked through, people greeting Jack left, right and center. “You are popular” I said smiling at him. He grinned back and nodded. “I am going to get us some drinks, you go find us a seat” he said smiling at me. I nodded and watched him walk to the bar. I turned around and walked over to the couches and sat down. Not 5 minutes later a blast from my past walked my way. My eyes widened. I never thought I would see him again, as I looked at his face the music faded, the voices of people around me became non existent as my past flashed before my eyes…… “Hi" the cutest guy in school said as he walked up to me. I looked at him nervously as I closed my locker door and looked around to see who he was talking to. “You are Simone right?” he said to me. My mouth dropped open “I…ahh...yeah” I gapped. “I’m Todd” he said giving me a smile. “Hi Todd I am Simone” I replied, then instantly going red at what I just said. ‘You idiot’ I scolded myself ‘stop making a fool of yourself’. “Yeah right” Todd said loosing his smile a little “you are in my maths class right?”. I groaned inwardly still annoyed for making a fool of myself. I nodded shyly at him. “I thought so” he said his smile returning. “So I will see you in class”. I nodded again stupidly. Still grinning he touched my upper arm and moved away. My mouth dropped open as I watched him round the corner. ‘WOW’ my mind yelled, the hottest guy in school knows who I am. I need to tell Emily --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- “Simone” Todd greeted me as I walked into the class room. He patted a seat next to him “come sit with me”. I looked at him my heart racing as I looked around. “’Come on” he motioned with his hand. Feeling myself going red I took a seat next to him.------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- “Are you going to the school dance?” he asked me. I shook my head “No, I don’t have anyone to go with. What about you? I replied. “I was going with a bunch of friends. Hey I have a great idea why don’t you come with us?” My blush got redder “Oh, ummm…” I stumbled. “Please say yes” he pleaded, giving me puppy dog eyes. “Maybe next time?” I said shyly. “OH” Todd said a little hurt “as long as next time is a promise”. I nodded my head “yes next time is a promise”. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- “Come with me Simone” Todd pleaded, holding my hands “you haven’t being to any dances this year and this is the last one, and the biggest.Besides I am your boyfriend now, so you wont be alone the whole night. I looked into his eyes and nodded. “Ok, just for you Todd”. He smiled, as he pulled me to him and gave me a long kiss. “I love you so much Simone” he said when he pulled back “I am going to marry you, and make you all mine”. I blushed at hearing this again, still not believing he was with me. “Oh Jerry is hiring a hotel room for after the dance, so we can still party. Do you want to go? Jess and the other girls will be there, and they are getting a room to sleep in if you want to stay the night”. “That would be great” I said smiling at my boyfriend, will you be staying over night too?”“Of course Simone, though I am getting my own room, you know how the boys are”. I laughed and nodded “yes I do”. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- “Its so loud in here” I yelled to Todd as one of the boys ran past us yelling. “Yeah it is” he agreed with a nod of his head. “want to go chill in my room for a while?”. “Sounds great” I said screwing up my face as the music got turned up. Todd laughed and put an arm around my waist and directed me to his room. “Oh its so much quieter in here” I said looking around “mmm” he said coming up behind me and wrapping his arms around me as he started kissing my neck “and I have you all to myself”. I giggled and turned in his arms. He moved his lips to mine and started kissing me deeply as he lowered me to the bed. His hands moving to my breast through the material of my dress. “You are so beautiful Simone” he whispered in my ear “I want you”“I want you too” I said a little breathless as he looked at me “Only if you want Simone. I want you to be sure”. I looked at him and nodded “yes I want you to be my first”. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- I stretched out naked next to Todd. My dress and underwear lying in a pool on the floor. I turned to Todd as he got out of bed and started putting his clothes back on. “I never thought it would be that easy and was so worth the $100” he said smugly. “What do you mean” I asked confused, covering my naked chest with the sheet. Todd laughed “Simone, in what world would I really be attracted to you. I cant believe you would be that gullible. You were a bet, and I won. I want you gone before I get back, cause I saw a little blonde hottie at the party”. Giving me another smug smile he left the room. ….. “Hi beautiful” the voice said snapping me out of my trance, the music and voices came back in a rush as I looked at the owner of the voice. “I am Todd” he said with a fake smile as he stuck out his hand. My mouth dropped open as the realization hit me that he didn’t know who I was and decided to use this to my advantage. “Hi” I grinned “what are you drinking?” I asked indicating to the glass in his hand. “Oh its scotch and coke” he said a little confused at my question “So I didn’t catch your name” he inquired. “That’s because I didn’t give it to you” I replied. “Oh., so what do you do for work mystery lady” he asked me. We continued the small chat for another 20 minutes, Jackson watching us the entire time, when I saw blonde hair and a big smile coming my way. “Honey, you look great” Ruby said throwing her arms around me in a tight hug, completely ignoring Todd. “I am so using your stylist” she gushed as she kept staring at me “You look awesome”. I laughed “You said that already”. “Oh hush you” Ruby grinned “Come have a dance with me later ok” she said giving me another hug before prancing away. “You know the Lovell sisters?” Todd said watching Ruby leave. “Yeah I live with them” I replied “You really don’t know who I am, do you?” He looked at me a little confused “Should I? Baby, I don’t know anyone that hangs in circles like yours” “How much am I worth this time?” I asked him seriously. He looked at me and gave me a small laugh “Millions babe!” "Are you sure you don’t recognise me” I asked him again. He shook his head “No but I would like to get to know you” he replied with a wink. I started playing with the ends of my hair, as a signal to Jack that I needed him and smiled at Todd. In seconds Jack was at my side, putting an arm around my waist he have me a kiss on the lips. “Sweetheart what are you doing over here?” Jackson asked me with fake concern. “I was talking to Todd here” I said smiling at Jack, turning to very confused Todd I gave him a sarcastic grin “My name is Simone Ford, and what world would I possibly be interested in you”. “Simone” He asked me as realization hit him his mouth dropped open. I turned to Jack who wrapped both his arms around me, we walked away leaving Todd staring after us. (thank-you dizzy for photo shopping the flash back pics!)
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Post by Shell on Dec 23, 2006 11:36:20 GMT
Chapter TwentyA big thanks for Diz for making me a special sim.A week after I went clubbing with Jack, there came a knock on my door. “Come in” I called. “Hey Simone” Ruby greeted me as she walked in closing the door behind her. “Hey” I replied to her as she flopped on my bed and made herself comfortable. “what can I do for you” I asked smiling as I lay next her. She looked at me and grinned. “Well I am going to Hawaii for a week, for a modeling job and I want you to come with me. Basically they say a week but we only work for one day. You could come hang out with us back stage. Its so much fun back there, and you are guaranteed lots of laughs, and the rest of the week we can sun bake, shop and go clubbing. Saxson wont be with us, cause he has to stay with Jade of course. But Kiah, You and I can have a complete girls week” she said happily. “Oh Ruby it sounds awesome” I replied a little sadly “but I really cant, Cooper is still off work and I cant leave now. The clients wont appreciate not talking to someone for an entire week”. “Oh pff” Ruby said still smiling “I will speak to Jade, I am sure Cooper can work for one week. It wont kill him” she laughed as she hopped off the bed. “Ruby” I said laughing “Ok OK…look I will speak to Cooper, he is always hassling me to take more time off. If he gives his ok then consider me a yes”. Ruby squealed and flung her arms around me in a hug “Oh we are going to have so much fun”. Cooper was delighted that I was taking a week of and was more then happy to go back to work while I was away. 2 days later Ruby, Kiah and I were in Hawaii. We spent the first night chilling in the hotel as Ruby had to work the next day and need to make sure she was well rested. We had to get up at 4am the next morning, that was difficult indeed. “Where is the coffee” Ruby grumbled as she walked to the kitchenette still in her pj’s . “You have ½ and hour before we have to leave Ruby” Kiah said handing her a coffee. Ruby happily accepted it and stuck out her tongue. “Love you to” Kiah said with a laugh. “Do you want a coffee to Simone?” she asked looking at me. “No thank you, I had one earlier” I replied. “How do you do it Simone” Ruby grumbled over her cup. “Do what I asked” with a grin as I sat next to her at the table. “Get up and be so awake” she said glaring at me, the corners of her mouth turning up into a smile. After Ruby had finished getting ready, we headed to the center. There was paparazzi and fans everywhere, all yelling. Ruby signed a few pieces of paper that were thrust at her before re-joining Kiah and I. “Lets head on in” She said linking her arm through mine, Kiah directly behind us as we walked into the room. “Jai!” Ruby said letting go of my arm and running up to a tall man. ‘Ruby” he said picking her up and swinging her around “’Where is Saxson he said looking around as he put her back on her feet. “He had to stay at home, we are having a girls week” Ruby said proudly. “I want you to meet someone”. She took a few steps and garbed my hand and pulled me back over to Jai. “’Jai this is Simone. Simone this is Jai” She said introducing us. “Hi Simone” Jai said smiling at me warmly. “Hi” I replied as I looked in his handsome face. Giving me a wink he turned back to Ruby. “Are you here to work today or to watch?” he asked her. “Work” Ruby sighed . “Where are you stationed?” she asked him . “Front and center. My favorite place, I get to get a really good view of all the girls” he teased. Ruby laughed and slapped his arm playfully. “Well least I get a good view when I walked down, last time Jeff was there. You know how ugly he is” Ruby whispered as she looked around and made a gagging face. “Oh I am telling him that Ruby” Jai said grinning at her and giving me another wink while Ruby rolled her eyes. “Such a tease” she replied. “See you at the after party?” she asked Jai as she linked her arm though mine. “You bet” Jai said happily as his eyes moved over my face. “Great See you there” Ruby said pulling on my arm and walking us back stage. “He is HOT” I said once we were out of ear shot of Jai. “Do you like him” Ruby teased as I blushed. “If you are he is a really nice guy and completely single. I can organize a date for you if you want” she said wiggling her eye bows. I laughed and shook my head. “Oh good thing cause I think I would be jealous” she said laughing “just don’t tell Saxson I said that”. I grinned at her as she opened the door behind the stage “I wont” I replied.
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Post by Shell on Dec 23, 2006 11:39:11 GMT
Chapter Twenty-one“Hi Ruby” a half naked girl walked up to us and gave Ruby an air kiss. “Hey Skye” Ruby greeted back and returned her kiss before we moved on. I looked around me as we walked. There were half naked people everywhere. Some male, some female. The one that were dressed were fussing over the ones that were naked, some doing hair and make up and some talking and organizing. Ruby looked at me and laughed “Its normal Simone, we have to change so quick its easier to start out barley clothed, I will be the same soon” she said taking in my shocked face. “Oh” I replied “I never knew so much work was involved”. “That’s why you are here with me” Ruby giggled as she indicated to a chair. “Sit down Simone” she said sitting in the chair next to mine. ‘Oh Ruby, you are here!” A bald man, with spiky hair said stepping up behind us. “Hey Mel” Ruby said grinning as she turned in her chair to face him “Why are you so flustered?” “Oh Ruby you wont believe it” Mel said as he pulled a chair to Ruby at sat down on it “Mia is sick and there is no way she can show her clothes. I am ruined!” he cried. “Oh Mel. Mia is about my size, maybe I can do her clothes too” Ruby said concerned as she touched Mel’s arm softly. “That would be impossible Ruby, honey since there are clothes that are a pair and you were going to be on together a few times”. “Oh” Ruby said at a loss for words. Mel sighed and looked my way “Oh I am sorry, I didn’t mean to be so rude. I am Mel” he said sticking out his hand. Taking it I smiled “’Simone” I replied giving his hand a small shake, expecting him to let it go. Instead he stood staring at me. “What?” I asked blushing red. “Simone, you are perfect” he said his eyes brightening. “Umm perfect for what?” I asked looking at him then to a shrugging Ruby. “Please say yes” Mel pleaded. “I am sorry Mel but I have no idea what you are asking me. Say yes to what?” I asked getting more confused. “Are you not a model?” he asked me. I laughed and shook my head “Oh no. I’m not I am sorry, but Ruby said it was ok or me to be back here. I am very sorry” I said feeling bad for him. “Yes you being back here is fine, and you would be perfect for Mia’s outfits. You are completely her size. Are you sure you aren’t a model darling? You have the structure and face for it. Oh you are perfect, I can not take no for any answer” He gushed. I looked at him with wide eyes, my heart racing. “I am sorry but I just cant. I have wouldn’t have any idea how to walk or smile or even both. I would just freeze” I said terrified. “Oh hog wash. I will get the best to teach you the steps. Ruby darling would you do me a huge favor and teach your darling friend Simone here what to do. I will get make-up and hair organized for her” he gushed and took off before I could tell him no again. I look at Ruby open mouthed. “Oh Simone” she laughed “You will be fine. Its So much fun and Mel wouldn’t put you out there if he didn’t think you had what it took”. After that everything else happened in a blur of hair spray, thick make up and big hair. “Good luck” Ruby grinned at me before she stepped out on stage. “You are next Simone” Mel said pulling me to the stairs. “Ahh Mel I don’t think I can do this I said looking down and the gorgeous dress they put me in, my heart racing. “Of course you can” he grinned “Just remember what Ruby told you, smile and have fun. Now quick go. Its your turn”. He pushed me up the stairs, I turned to protests when I saw a flash of lights and a thousand eyes staring at me. Ruby was walking back towards me, with a reassuring smile. “Move” she mouthed. With my heart still racing, I moved my feet like she said, to the end of the run way and did a turn as lights flashed in front of me. Turing around like she showed me I head back down the run way, fearful I would trip the entire way. “Well done Simone” Mel greeted me when I steeped down the stairs. I breathed a sigh of relief. “Thanks” I replied “that was hard…HEY” I yelled turning and slapping away the offending hands that were removing my bra, as more hands reached down and pulled my undies to the floor, leaving me stark naked. “Oh my” I said embarrassed as I tried to cover myself up. “Simone Darling, its ok. The swim suits are next and we need to change you fast” Mel said with a small laugh as more make up was replied to my face and something tight went around my breasts. “Simone relax” I heard Ruby say. As fast as it happened it stopped, the hands and people that owned them were gone. “Lets go girls” Mel laughed as Ruby pulled me up the stairs once again. This time I walked down with her. “You are doing so well” she whispered through her smile. “just pose for longer this time at the end of the ramp ok”. Stopping at the end of the ramp I did my best pose, while I watched Ruby do the same next to me. “Well done” she whispered on the way back “You did it”. As soon as we got back stage she gave me a long tight hug, as the hands returned. Changing me into lingerie. “This is the last one” Ruby said laughing. I gave her a small nod, before heading back out for the last time. This time I found myself enjoying it.
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Post by Shell on Dec 23, 2006 11:44:02 GMT
Chapter Twenty-two“You don’t have a drink” Jai said from behind me. “No, I don’t” I said smiling as I turned to face him. “Good thing I’ve got two then” he said handing me one with a wink. “Thanks” I replied taking the drink from him. “So Ruby didn’t tell me you were a model”. He said. “I’m not” I laughed and re told him about the days events. “I am glad your not a model” he said serious, as I gave him a confused look. “models are stuck up and ugly, with the exception of some like Ruby. Your smile is too warm to be a model”. “Thank-you” I blushed. “Your boyfriend is brave to let someone as pretty as yourself be at a place like this alone” he said taking a sip of his drink. “IF I had boyfriend he would know to trust me” I replied with a grin. “If I were your boyfriend I would trust you to do just about anything you would want to, so you are single then, lucky me” he said. “Well if I get my way that wont be the case for long, so when am I going to take you out for dinner” he continued not giving me a chance to say anything. “How about tomorrow night, say sixish, I’ll pick you up at your room, Ruby has already given me the ok and the number so I’ll see you then”. Taking my free hand he put it to his lips and gave it a soft kiss before walking away. I watched him walk away a little shocked. “I was watching the entire thing” Ruby giggled as I looked at her with wide eyes. “You will love him Simone he is one of the nicest guys I know. And I hope you don’t mind but I gave him our room number. He said he really like you and wouldn’t mind getting to know you better” Ruby said looking a little sheepish. “Its ok Ruby” I giggled “we have a dinner date tomorrow”. Ruby squealed and hugged me “Go Simone” she said wiggling her eyebrows. I didn’t talk to Jai for the rest of the night, but caught him looking at me a few times, he was still there when we left the party at 2am. I fell into bed smiling. Ruby and Kiah were still asleep when I rose the next morning, I was flipping through the magazines the hotel supplied when Ruby came out of her room. “Morning” I said to her cheerfully. “Hey Simone” Ruby said flopping on the couch next to me “want to catch some rays by the pool before your big date tonight?” she asked. “That sounds great” I replied standing up, pulling a giggling Ruby up next to me. I headed to my room and changed into my new bikini, something I hadn't worn yet. Looking at myself in the small two piece I had to laugh as I remembered what Jackson said about me complaining about still wanting to wear my old one piece. I headed back out to the lounge room to wait for Ruby when a knock came at the main door. Walking over to it I opened it up. “And I thought you looked good yesterday” Jai said standing before me as his eyes wandering my body. “Jai what are you doing here so early?” I asked blushing at his comment. “I couldn’t wait to see you, and 6pm felt like too far away. The more I thought about it this sounded better”. He replied producing a picnic hamper of food. “So hurry up and get changed, we can’t let this beautiful food go to waste”. “I don’t have much choice do I?” I asked smiling. “Nope, you don’t” he smiled. I rolled my eyes and left him standing at the door as I walked back to my room and change back into my clothes. When I came back out Ruby was talking to Jai. “Have a great time” she said smiling at me. I grinned at her as I stepped pasted. “Ready to go” Jai asked. “Once again do I have a choice?” I asked. He gave me a big grin and shook his head. ”Bye” Ruby said smiling at us. 10 minutes later, after a short walk Jai and I were sitting at a park near the beach. Take a seat Simone” he said as he set up a table cloth and laid out the food. “This looks yummy Jai” I said smiling at him. “Not as yummy as you look” he grinned back handing me a plate, causing me to blush a little. “Dance with me” Jai said once we had eaten and packed up. I looked at him and laughed “Jai there is no music”. “We don’t need music Simone” he said standing up and walking over to me he put out his hand for me to take. Putting my hand in his he pulled me from the chair and into his arms, and started to move. Pulling me closer he started humming in my ear, causing little shivers down my spine. “You are so beautiful Simone” he said looking at my eyes. He moved his head closer and touched his lips to mine in a soft kiss.
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Post by Shell on Dec 23, 2006 11:46:14 GMT
Chapter Twenty-three“Lets go for a walk” Jai said when he pulled back from out kiss. I nodded in agreement willing my legs to keep me upright. Holding the basket in one hand he held my hand in his other, as we strolled along on the jetty. “Oh I haven’t played ‘it’s Myshuno’ in years” Jai exclaimed “Want to have a go?” he asked me. I laughed and nodded my head “Sure”. He paid the vendor who gave us our diamond boxes. I threw my box in fist and lost. “Awww” Jai said putting his box on the ground and giving me a tight hug, making me laugh. “Jai you don’t need an excuse to hug me” I said. “Do I need one to kiss you?” he replied. “Oh well now that depends” I grinned. “Oh what” he replied letting me go. “If you win you can have as many kisses as you like. If you loose then you can only have hugs” I said grinning. “Its that a bet?” he asked hopefully. “Absolutely” I laughed watching the determination on his face. “Hope you win then” the vendor said with a chuckle. “I intend to “Jai said smiling at me. Putting down is basket he lined himself up. Grinning I stepped up to him and started poking at his ribs. “You keep doing that Simone and I will ignore the bet and just kiss you anyway” he growled. “Sorry” I replied with a laugh. “Oh you could say it like you mean it” he turned to me smiling as he threw the box. I watched in slow motion as it rolled around the sides and fell in, and the thing started going crazy. “Well done” the vendor said “Looks like you won top prize”. Jai looked at me and gave me a slow smile “I sure did. So Simone according to your rules I can now kiss you anytime”. I gave him a small nod. “Good” he replied “I am taking my first kiss now” he said pulling me into his arms and putting his lips to mine. He opened my mouth with his tongue, pulling my body closer to his, His tongue wrestled with mine, as he dipped me slightly, while I tried to feel for the tingles that never came. “That’s what I call a kiss” the vendor laughed as Jai stood me back up and moved away from me a grinning. “That wasn’t a kiss” Jai said “I save the real ones for the bedroom” he replied looking at me as I turned red. Picking the empty basket back up he re-took my hand. He thanked the vendor and we were once again on our way. “Did I ever tell you that I used to be an ace at ‘it’s Myshuno’ “Jai said turning to me with a cheeky grin. I stopped in my tracks. “So you cheated?” I said with mock hurt. “No I didn’t cheat, I just failed to give you information” he said touching my face lightly “I had to, I want to be able to steal more kisses from you”. I grinned “So what are you waiting for”. Without another word he dropped the basket and pulled me back into his arms, making this kiss longer. After more stolen kisses and a wonderful dinner Jai walked me back to my hotel. Just as I put the key in the door Jai pulled me into his arms. “Good night Simone” he said pressing his lips to mine in a hot kiss. “I will see you tomorrow morning” he grinned as he let me go “I hope you have sweet dreams”. “I am sure I will Jai” I said giving him a sultry grin as I let myself in the door. He gave me a wink as I closed it still smiling. Ruby pounced on me as soon as I closed the door. “So what happened, did he kiss you? Tell me everything” she said in a rush. ‘yes Ruby” I said laughing “he kissed me lost of times”. I pulled her over to the couch and told her everything, right up to when he left me at the hotel room door. Jai and I found we had more in common then we first thought and have been spending every waking moment with each other. I rolled over as the sun streamed threw the window and smiled at Jai sleeping next to me. Leaning over I kissed his cheek. “mmm” he groaned as he arm wrapped around my body pulling me to him. “I need sleep woman” he growled opening one eye. “I know” I grinned. As I lowered my head and kissed him passionately. “You have all day to sleep” Ruby and I are going to have a girls days shopping, “I remember” he nodded. Pulling me down for another long kiss, he swung me on my back and pinned me to the bed. “Jai” I giggled “I need to have a shower and get ready”. “Yeah I know” he replied his eyes and hands moving over my body. Giving me another kiss he released my hands and watch me get out of bed. “Like what you see?” I asked for a safe distance. “yes” he growled “and you better get out of my sight before I drag you back to this bed and not let you go”. I giggled as I did sexy little giggle. Jai threw back the covers read to make a lunge of me, squealing I made a run for the bathroom.
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Post by Shell on Dec 23, 2006 11:50:35 GMT
Chapter Twenty-four Warning: this chapter contains adult scenes “My feet are killing me I complained” as we walked back into the hotel lobby after a full day of shopping. Ruby grinned at me “means we had a good day” she replied as she pressed the button for the lift and looked through her bags franticly. “Oh Crap” she swore “I think I left my wallet at that last shop” she groaned. “I have to go back to get it. Can you take my stuff to the room please Simone, Kiah and I wont be long”. I nodded and added her bags to mine. “See you soon” she said to me as stepped into the lift. “OK” I nodded as the door closed in front of me. “Hi beautiful” Jai said as soon as I stepped into the door. “Hey” I greeted back as I took in the scene before me. The table was set with candles and a red rose. The floor around it was scattered with rose petals. “Did you do this?” I asked Jai as she walked over to me and gave me a kiss. “Sure did” he said proudly taking the bags from me and setting them on the floor. Reaching for the bottom of my dress, he pulled it over my head. “JAI!” I giggled “Ruby and Kiah wont be long, you cant undress me here”. “Yes I can” he mumbled though kisses on my neck “the lost wallet was a lie, so I can have a aromatic night with you, they wont be back till late. Now my beautiful, I have a warm bath waiting for you and when you get out dinner will be served”. I looked at him with surprise “You mean you planned this whole thing?” I asked. “Of course Simone. Now go have that bath”. Grabbing his shoulders I pulled him to me and gave him a soft kiss “Thank you I whispered. Grabbing my butt he pulled me closer to him “I advise you to go have that bath, before both of us forget about dinner” he grinned and let me go. After I had got out of the bath filled with bubbles I put my clothes back on and re-joined Jai in the lounge. “You smell good” Jai said capturing me in his arms and giving me another kiss. He let me go moments later and pulled out a chair for me at the table. “Thank-you” I said sitting down. Though out dinner I chatted about my day with Ruby and he told me how he lazed around by the pool, and teased me by saying how many girls tried to pick him up. Once we had stacked the dirty dishes on the trolley, Jai put on some soft music and pulled me to him for a slow dance. As the song ended he pulled me closer to him and started kissing me passionately. His tongue wrestling with mine, he started peeling of my clothes and dropping them to the floor, doing the same with his own moments later. Picking me up, he carried me to the bedroom. The rest of my holiday was complete bliss and I was thankful every day I joined Ruby for it. “Are you ok?” Ruby asked me on the flight back home. I sighed thinking about Jai and the holiday romance we had. I looked at my friend and smiled “I am fine, Jai and I both knew from the beginning that this was just going to be a holiday fling. What we had was wonderful and he will always remain a good friend. I was sad to say good bye, but all good things need to come to an end, and I will have fond memories from it” I said grinning at Ruby. “You amaze me Simone” she said giving me a hug “I think I would have fallen apart”. Turning away from Ruby I looked out the window as an image of Bryon flashed in my mind and I thought to myself there was no way I could fall apart for anyone but him and wondered how it was I could still feel guilty like I was cheating on Bryon, while enjoying myself with someone else. Especially after what he had done to me.
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Post by Shell on Dec 23, 2006 12:05:31 GMT
Chapter Twenty-five“Congratulations Simone” Jackson greeted us as we walked in the door. “Thanks” I replied a little tired from the plane flight. “You looked awesome in those clothes and the phone has been ring of the hook for you.” Jackson continued with a grin. Looking at him a little confused and knowing that Ruby had rung home when we were in Hawaii, he knew that I had done the cat walk “Hang on a second, what are you talking about Jack. How do you know what I looked like?” I asked my eyebrows knitting together. Jack’s grin turned into a small chuckle as he handed me a magazine. On the front was a picture of Ruby modeling and the caption read “This week was fashion week”. I looked at Jack still confused, he took the magazine from my hands and flicked through the pages, handing it back to me open I got the shock of my life. There was a huge picture of me in the lingerie, next to it was a smaller picture of Ruby and I posing in the swim suits. My eyes widened, as I began to read… There was a new face at fashion week this week, where she came from and what she has been doing till this point in her life is still a mystery but she is the major talking point on everyone’s lips at fashion week. Her name, Simone Ford. In what sources say was her first ever cat walk, Simone shone. Radiated beauty and charisma, charm and talent. With no previous experience either formal or informal This young hip Australian, burned up the cat walk, with natural ability and beauty that is all to rare, even in the more experienced models. In an excusive interview with Mel King, he could not stop gushing about her. “When I saw her I knew she was perfect. One of my models became sick and wasn’t able to show the clothes, and Simone saved the show.” gushed Mel. “She was there to watch and was kind enough to help me out. I owe her a debt of gratitude. I am trying to convince her to become a house hold name. Lord knows she has the beauty and talent. With the amount of attention and raved reviews she received from her debut, there is only one way she can go, which is up”. Simone has not yet done any interviews and seems to have gone underground since her debut. Being a close personal friend of Ruby Lovell, we are sure this young bright star understands the pressure and the benefits that come with being one of the worlds most sought after models. We have been attempting to contact Simone, unfortunately with little success so far, but this fresh face, will not be forgotten in a hurry.……The article continued to talk about the rest of the week, but I couldn’t bring myself to read anymore. “Oh Simone” Ruby squealed happily next to me as she finished reading over my shoulder “Congrats Honey”. I looked at her my mouth gaping open, at a loss for words. “Hey Simone, Congratulations” Cooper grinned, walking in as he handed me the cordless phone “Its your mum” he said with a wink. I gave him a small smile and took the phone from him. “Hi Mum” I said into the receiver, forcing myself to find my voice. “Simone I just picked up this magazine and was looking threw it when I see you wearing just about nothing, I had to look twice to see if it was really you. First of all what did you do to your hair and why are you exposing yourself like that?” mums voice came through with a little screech. “Mum calm down” I said walking away from the others. “I went with Ruby to Hawaii as you know. Her designer Mel needed a model. I was modeling the clothes for him mum. Its not something I walk around in” I said a little worried at my mums reaction. “Oh” came mums voice, a little surprised. “don’t you like my new look?” I asked. “Oh no Simone, you look stunning and very different” she replied with a little laugh “But I expect this from Claudia not you Simone, I got the shock of my life”. “Sorry Mum” I said with a smile. “Oh Simone don’t be silly, but you could have told me you did some modeling” she said with her mum firmness. “I was going to mum, I just didn’t realize the magazine would get in before me” I said seriously. After a bit more of a chat with mum I hung up the phone and joined the others in the lounge. “Simone!” Jade said jumping up to give me a hug “You looked awesome. You should do it more often.” “I agree” Ruby said nodding, Saxson’s arm draped around her shoulders. “You have more talent in your little toe then any model I know” she grinned. Taking a seat next to Jack I snuggled into him “I will think about it” I replied seriously. While we talked I thought about it, it was fun and I had a great time doing it. We were still talking when a small cry came from the baby monitor. Cooper went to stand when Jade touched his arm lightly. “I’ll go” she said giving her husband a quick kiss, before standing up and walking from the room. Cooper watched her every step, devouring her with his eyes. 5 minutes later he stood up and excused himself, heading in the direction Jade did. Not long after Cooper left, Jack took his leave as well. I grinned at Ruby and Saxson still snuggling on the couch. “I think I will go to bed myself” I said pretending a yawn as I stood up and started to make my way to the door. “Simone” Ruby called from behind me. I stopped and waited for her to reach me, Saxson right behind her. “Seriously think about becoming a model” she said “I was being honest when I said you had talent. I understand that you enjoy your business, but you can always do it part time” she added with a giggle as Saxson started kissing her neck I grinned at them both “I will let you know”. “Saxson!!” Ruby scolded him as he gave her a little tug on the hand. “I will talk to you tomorrow” I replied holding back laughter. Upon hearing that Saxson picked Ruby up and cradled her in his arms. “sorry” Ruby mouthed over his shoulder. Letting go of my laughter I made my way to my own room. The next day we all got some great news.
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Post by Shell on Dec 23, 2006 12:11:19 GMT
Chapter Twenty-six“Hi everyone” I called walking in the door and putting my brief case on the floor near the coffee table. “Hi Simone” Cooper greeted me as he walked in a giggling toddler in his arms. The door behind me swung open and two teenage girls walked in laughing. “Hey Aunt Simone, Hi Dad” Dakota said walking over to Cooper and kissing his cheek. “Hey Dallas” she said tickling the toddlers belly. “Dad, Fern and I are going to go to my room to hang out. OK?” she said, grabbing Fern’s hand and pulling her up the stairs, not waiting for an answer. Cooper and I watched his eldest daughter walk up the stairs giggling with her friend. “Its nice to see you home early for once” Cooper said grinning at me. “Aunt Simone” Dallas wiggled in Coopers arms as he reached for me “How was your day off” I asked taking giggling Dallas from Cooper for a cuddle. “It was great. Though Indiana didn’t appreciate the dentist visit I took her to” he said still grinning. Laughing I handed Dallas back to Cooper “I think someone has done something in his nappy”. Cooper sighed, while Dallas gave us both a sheepish grin, and walked towards the nursery as I headed to the kitchen for a drink. “Hi Aunt Simone” Indiana said looking up from her homework on the table. “Hi beautiful” I said walking over to her and ruffling her hair. “Are your teeth clean now?” I asked her. “Yeah, but the dentist was so mean” she said with a small pout. “Well its all over for another year” I said still smiling as I got myself a drink of water. “Yeah I guess” she replied. “Hey did mum tell you, Austin is coming home for holidays tomorrow” she said, her pout turning into a smile. “No Indi he is coming home late tonight, but you will be sleeping” Jade said walking into the kitchen as she smiled at me in greeting. “aww Mum, cant I stay up” Indiana whined. “No Indiana it’s a school day tomorrow, he will be here when you get home” Jade told her. “aww….but” Indiana tried again. “No buts Indi. You already missed a day of school today, you aren’t going to miss another” Jade said sternly. “ok” Indiana sighed as she picked up her pencil and looked back down to her books. “Simone” Jade said looking at me “don’t forget, its Dallas’s birthday party tomorrow and we want you home early, and no excuses” she said to me using the voice she used for Indiana. I nodded and started laughing “yes mum” I replied putting my glass in the sink “Ruby will make sure of it I am sure. We are on a photo shoot together tomorrow”. “How is the part time modeling going?” Jade asked me again. “I know I am a workaholic Jade, but I also know my limits, that’s why I only do it part time and will only do it if Mel is desperate” I replied with a small smile. Jade smiled back but with concern in her eyes. “Stop worrying” I said. “How can I not Simone” Jade said with a sigh and started grinning “Cooper wont let me”. “I wont let you what” Cooper asked as he put Dallas in his high chair. Jade gave him a cheeky grin and looked at me. “Oh nothing” she replied. Cooper looked at her and raised an eyebrow “Why do I not believe that” he asked advancing on Jade. Squealing she dashed to the other side of the kitchen table. Indiana and Dallas both watching with grins. “Get her Daddy” Dallas laughed as his feet hitting the chair. “I intend to little guy” he said eyeing Jade. “Dallas!” Indiana exclaimed, her homework forgotten as she came to her mums aid and stood in front of Cooper. “I wont let you near her” she said putting her hands on her hips. Cooper looked at Jade his grin widening into a knowing smile. “How about I get you instead?” he said looking down at his daughter. Her eyes widened as she went to run to her mum. In a second Cooper had her in his arms as he tickled her while she started laughing and demanded to be put down. “Cooper, put her down” Jade said with a laugh as she walked over to him. Without letting Indiana go he reached out and put an arm around Jades waist and pulled her to him. “Look what I got Dallas.” Cooper said triumphfully to his son. Dallas burst into fits of giggles. “Yah Daddy” he yelled. “Let us go” Jade said laughing. “Never” Cooper said sticking out his chest. “A little help Simone” Jade said looking at me. Laughing I walked over to Cooper. “Oh NO, not the evil Simone” he yelled with mock concern as he looked at his girls in his arms. “Who do I choose?” He asked looking at Indiana. “Mummy” came her serious reply. “You sure you don’t want to be kissed?” he asked her as she giggled and shook her head. “Can I kiss mummy then?” he asked her. She nodded her head vigorously. Cooper planted a kiss onto of Indiana’s head before letting her go. Putting his other arm around Jade he pulled her closer to him. “The lady said I was allowed to kiss you, and claim my prize I will” he said looking at Jade with lust. She grinned at him “well what are you waiting for?” she asked him as his lips met hers.
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Post by Shell on Dec 23, 2006 12:13:29 GMT
Chapter Twenty-seven“Simone, can I talk to you?” Jade asked me while I was helping Jack clean up the dinner dishes. “Go” Jack said “I have this under control”. “Sure?” I asked him, he gave me a nod and smiled at us both. “What’s up Jade?” I asked her as she pulled me into the lounge and sat down. I took a seat next to her as she took a deep breath. “Simone as you know Ruby is getting married in a few weeks, and I am not sure if she has told you but Bryon will be one of the guests”. I gave Jade a small nod “Yes she told me he was going to be here. Don’t worry Jade I know how to be civil” I said with a small smile. “Oh no” Jade said worry entering her voice “that’s not what I wanted to tell you. I know you will be Simone, I wanted to tell you that he will be staying here with a guest. I thought it fair to warn you. He is after all still a good friend to Ruby and Cooper. We know what happened between you both was difficult to say the least, and there is still time to ask him to stay at a hotel, as this is as much as your home as it is ours”. I shook my head and gave Jade a small smile “Don’t be silly Jade. He is welcome to stay here and I wont object. What he did still hurts, I wont lie about that, and I don’t think I have much to say to him. He is very welcome to stay here and what happened was past history. I have moved on, and I am sure as he has”. Jade sighed with relief and gave me a hug. “Are you sure you are ok with it?” she asked me when she let me go. I gave her another nod “I would say if I wasn’t” I replied. “Thank you for being so understanding Simone” Jade said with relief. I wish I could have felt the same. The thought of seeing Bryon again sent my heart racing and my anger flaring. (Bryon’s Thoughts) “I don’t want you to go” whined my new girlfriend, sitting across from me. “Can I get you anything else Sir?” the waiter asked next to me. I shook my head and turned back to the lady in front of me. “Bryon, please don’t go. I know its silly, but we are just new and getting to know each other. I want to spend as much time as I can with you, and you work so much there really isn’t time to be had normally Smiling at her I reached across the table and took her hand. “I have a surprise for you” I grinned as I watched her face perk up. “I want you to come with me. I have paid for your ticket and we leave in a week”. “Oh Bryon” she yelled jumping out of her chair, and running over to me. I pulled her into my lap as she wrapped her arms around my neck and kissed me. “Are you for real?” she questioned after she pulled back from the kiss. Laughing I pulled her closer to me “Yes, very serious. You have told me how hard you have strived to become an actress and I know one of the best. Not only will I have you on holidays for me but this will help give you the leg up you need to better your career”. I said watching her expression brighten. “Oh Bryon, how do I ever repay you for such a wonderful gift” she asked hugging me tight. “Another kiss will be thanks enough” I said giving her a wink “Oh Bryon!” she said with a little giggle. Pressing my lips back to hers I gave her another kiss.
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Post by Shell on Dec 23, 2006 12:15:52 GMT
Chapter Twenty-eight(Bryon’s Thoughts) A week later we were standing in front of Jade and a now, very tall Austin. Having driven from the airport ourselves, so we could do some sight seeing before the wedding. “BRYON” Jade yelled throwing her arms around me in a tight friendly hug “Its so good to see you again”. “Like wise Jade” I said returning her hug. “Who is the hot Blonde?” Austin whispered to me with admiration as I too gave him hug “I want you to meet my girlfriend…” “Emma” came a shocked voice from behind us. I looked at Emma who was gawking at Jade and turned around to the voice and blinked. “Simone?” I asked a little confused, she looked amazing. “Hello Bryon” came her curt reply. “What is she doing here?” Simone directed her question to Jade. Jade looked at Simone confused. “I can answer that” I replied not taking my eyes from Simone, trying to get control of my nerves. “Emma is my guest and girlfriend” I replied calmly as I took hold of Emma’s hand. She didn’t move and continued to stare at Jade. Simone pursed her lips together and pushed past us “Excuse me” she said on the way, not bothering to give Emma another look let alone a greeting. I frowned at her retreating back, thinking how rude she was. Jade was first to break the silence. “Hi Emma” she said with a smile. Emma continued to gawk at her. “He…he..hello…” she stumbled. “You are Jade Lovell!” she exclaimed. Jade gave her a little giggle. “Jade Lovell is my screen name. My name is Jade Anderson now” she said slinging an arm around hers sons shoulders while he looked at Emma with glazed eyes. Emma didn’t say anymore and continued to stare. “Come on in” she said to us both. It must have been a long flight and the rest of my kids are dying to see you again Bryon and you have yet to meet Dallas”. Grinning I grabbed Emma’s hand and pulled her behind me. “Bryon” Cooper yelled jumping up from the chair and coming over to me and embracing me in a friendly hug. “Its good to see you again man”. “You too” I said hugging him back just as tight. “Cooper?” Emma’s voice came at a whisper behind me. Stepping aside I pulled her to my side. “Cooper this is Emma” I said smiling. Coopers smile faded. “Yeah, I know who she is” Cooper replied as he stared at Emma, hate in his eyes. I looked at Emma confused and back to Cooper. Before I could ask what was with the hostility towards her she spoke up. “How are you Cooper?” she asked him not taking her eyes off him. “Happily married with 4 beautiful children” Cooper said seriously as he put an arm around Jades waist. Emma didn’t reply only gave him a small smile. “Bryon, I have a favor to ask you” Cooper said now ignoring Emma. “Sure” I replied giving him nod. “In private” Cooper said. I gave Emma a kiss on the cheek before following my friend outside to the tables near the pool. “Why is everyone being so rude to Emma?” I questioned Cooper once we had sat down. “That’s what I wanted to talk to you about” Cooper replied “I made the excuse of asking you for a favor. Simone and I knew Emma in Uni. Now I am not saying she hasn’t changed but when we knew her she was a complete bitch. She just about ruined my life and had no problems lying to me”. Cooper went on to tell me what had happened during their Uni days and it completely explained Simone’s reaction to her. “All I am saying man is just be careful with that one. As a friend I feel I need to give you that warning” Cooper finished. I smiled at my friend and thanked him for his concern. Emma had been nothing but sweet to me, I for one was sure she had changed, but why couldn’t I shake the feeling that Cooper was right. We were sitting on the couch after dinner, with most of the family, catching up with Ruby and Saxson, Indiana fast asleep in Austin’s arms, with Simone completely ignoring Emma and I, when a males voice came from the door. “Hi Ruby, Hi Simone” he said. Simone’s eyes widened as she jumped from the chair, sending Jackson’s arm flying she ran over to the man “JAI!” She yelled happily as he picked her up and swung her around laughing. Setting her down he kissed her soundly. Watching them I could feel complete jealousy rise up. I wanted to get up and punch this Jai, and would have if Emma hadn’t touched my leg, reminding me that I wasn’t with Simone anymore, but her. Bidding everyone a good night Emma and I headed up stairs. After kissing her good night at her bedroom door, I headed to my own room and lay on my bed fully clothed, torching myself and wondering if Simone was lost to me forever with that Jai guy, and what they were doing now. As they left the lounge room together not long after he arrived. Him wrapped around her.
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Post by Shell on Dec 23, 2006 12:18:21 GMT
Chapter Twenty-nine“Why did you kiss me?” I asked Jai once we were in my temporary room, having given up my mini flat for Saxson’s family. Jai gave me one of his grins. “Cause I wanted to” he replied. “Jai I thought we were in agreement after the last modeling trip to New York. We both decided mutually to stay friends because there is no spark between us”. Jai’s grin turned into a smile “we did Simone, and we will stay that way, I just wanted to kiss you was all. You never did say when I had to stop after I won that bet in Hawaii”. Laughing I slapped my friend playfully on the arm. “Well you can stop now” I said laughing harder at his pout “besides last I talked to you, you were dating Sophie”. “Yeah, but she just wasn’t the one and she couldn’t even compare to you. You know” Jai replied with a sigh. “I think its more you are to much of a ladies man to find the one” I said with a giggle. “Oh thanks Simone” he said sarcastically “get a man when he is down. For this you must pay the price” he said advancing on me. “NO Jai. Don’t you dare” I said trying to be serious and not giggle. “To late” Jai said grabbing me and tickling me mercilessly. Both of us ending on the bed in fits of laughter. “Who was the cute little blonde and red headed guy with her?” Jai asked getting comfortable on my bed. I rolled my eyes “The blonde is Emma, stay away from her Jai. She is a bitch and I am being nice”. “Oh that bad ha?” Jai asked curiously. I nodded “and the red head guy was my ex, Bryon, the one that cheated on me and lied about it” I said getting angry. “THAT’S Bryon!?” Jai explained sitting up. I nodded again “the one and only”. “Want me to punch him out for you?” Jai asked seriously. “Nah, he isn’t worth it Jai” I said pushing him back on the bed and snuggling into him. “Well if you do Simone, you just let me know ok” he said. “Ok Jai” I replied “but I really don’t want to talk about him anymore, he hurt me something terrible, but I don’t need to tell you the horrible story again. So lets change the subject. Tell me which little hottie you have your eye on now” I said looking at him with a grin. He returned it “What makes you think I am looking?” he asked seriously. “Because I know you” I replied with a giggle as I re-settled back into his arms and listened to him talk. “Are you staying all night?” I asked Jai as I changed into my pjs. “Are you offering?” Jai asked with a grin. “I am not offering what you are asking” I said with a laugh “but you are welcome to stay and talk” giving him a serious no nonsense look. “Great” Jai said pulling of his shirt and jeans. He pulled up the covers, as he settled himself back on my bed. “You need to pay the price” I said with a giggle. “Oh and what would that be?” Jai asked with a raised eye brow. “This” I yelled as I ran and jumped on the bed and started tickling him. “Simone” he yelled as he tried to push me down knocking the lamp of the table in the process. Both of us stopped and watched if fall, making a horrible noise. “Ooops” I said hiding a grin. “Say it like you mean it next time Simone” Jai said laughing as he got off the bed and put the lamp back. Getting back in he pulled the covers over us both and held me close. I wasn’t sure when we stopped talking, but as I lay in Jai’s arms listing to him breathe I thought about what had happened this afternoon. Seeing Bryon today made my heart race and my legs turn to jelly. I just wanted to throw my arms around him and kiss him senseless. Then I saw Emma I felt green with envy and red with hate. I hated her, but hated her even more because she was with Bryon. I wanted to hate Bryon more for what he did, but I just couldn’t, every time I looked at his blue eyes I would feel the tingle again. It had to stop. I fell asleep convincing myself that they were good for each other, two liars in love. Why did it hurt so much to believe that? (Bryon’s Thoughts) I was still laying on my bed when I heard Simone’s laughter in the room next to mine. Next came a bang making me jump out of bed, in seconds I was at her door ready to hit Jai for hurting her, when I heard them both laughing. I walked back to my own room furious with myself as I lay back down on my bed. Of course he wasn’t hurting her, she ran into his arms. I had no right to feel jealous I was with Emma now. These feelings I still had for her had to stop. She never gave me a chance to explain and we have both moved on. I had stopped loving her a long time ago, why could I just accept that. I got up early the next morning, unable to lay there awake any longer, I headed to the bathroom for a shower. I was about to knock on the bathroom door when it was opened before me and Simone’s green eyes were in front of me. “Hi Simone” I said mentally checking my hands were still at my sides, even though my fingers were itching to pull her to me. “Can I help you Bryon” Simone said curtly. “Simone I…” I started to say trying to remove the frown from my face as I watched her green eyes turn dark in anger. “Simone are you ok?” came Jai’s voice from behind me. “I am fine Jai” Simone said sweetly as she gave him a stunning smile, a smile she used to give me. “If there isn’t anything else Bryon, I have things to do” she said pushing past me and touching Jai’s arm on the way back to her room. I watched her till she shut the door behind her, then turned to look at Jai. He had a scowl on his face “Leave her alone” he growled at me, before turning and heading into Simone’s room. “Don’t worry, I intend to do just that” I mumbled at his retreating back.
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Post by Shell on Dec 23, 2006 12:20:47 GMT
Chapter Thirty“Aunt Simone, can I talk to you?” Austin asked, standing at my door. “Sure honey” I said inviting him in “I will leave you to it” Jai said stand up from lazing on my bed. “Thanks for everything Jai” I said giving him a knowing smile. “Anytime Simone he said walking out the door and closing it behind him. “What’s up Austin” I asked him putting down my brush and turning in my chair to face him. He sighed deeply and fell into the chair next to the door. “Aunt Simone I am not sure what to do” he said running a hand though his jet back hair in frustration. “About what?” I asked him confused. “I…Umm…Oh don’t worry about it” he said standing. “Austin” I said in a serious tone “if something is troubling you, then I may be able to help”. Austin looked at me and let out another breath his shoulders sagging. I stood up and pulled him to me for a hug. “Please don’t tell Mum and Dad” Austin pleaded with me as I let him go. “Austin I cant promises anything until I hear what you have to say”. He gave me a small nod and fell back into the chair. I pulled the chair I had been sitting on over to him and sat down in front of him. “Is it about your training?” I asked. “in a way” he shrugged. “Jade said you were doing very well, are you not enjoying it anymore?” I said still trying to get him to talk freely. “No its not that Aunt Simone, I love it, and all my friends there are great, but I miss my family. I am jealous of Dakota because she gets to see Indiana and Dallas every day. I feel old beyond my years. I come home and they have grown up before my eyes. I miss getting hugs from mum when ever I want them and I want to play football with my dad everyday after coming home from a normal school” he said letting out a long sad sigh. “Have you spoken to your mum and dad about this?” I asked him. He looked at me his eyes widening. “No” he shook his head “and they cant know either Aunt Simone. They are so proud of me and I don’t want to disappoint them”. “Austin they love you very much and would want to see you happy, don’t you think they would want to know you aren’t?” I asked him. He looked at me and shook his head “No I am happy, I love training and want to be one of the worlds best one day. I just wish I could take all of them with me” he said hanging his head. I was about to answer him when a small knock came at the door. “Come in” I called. The door opened a crack and Indiana poked her head in. “Can I come in?” she asked. I nodded while Austin gave her a big smile. Flinging open the door she ran over to Austin and wrapped her little arms around him in a hug. “Austin, do you want to come swimming with Dallas and me?” she asked him hopefully. “When?” Austin asked her. “Mum said we were allowed to now, if you said yes. Other wise we have to wait”. Austin gave her another grin “Go get your swimmers on, I will be there soon” “really” she asked hopefully, her eyes wide. Austin gave her a nod and with out another word she ran out of the room, but was back seconds later, wrapping her arms around me “sorry Aunt Simone, I didn’t mean to make you feel left out when I hugged Austin” she said seriously. Laughing I ruffled her hair “Its ok Indi” I said smiling “better go get those swimmers on”. She gave me a giggle and ran from the room for the second time. I looked at Austin “This is something your parents should really know honey” I said looking at him with a small smile. “but I am afraid to tell them” he said screwing up his face like he was in pain. “Come on Austin” Dallas demanded from the door. Austin stood up “Thanks for listening Aunt Simone” he said looking at me. “This isn’t over Austin” I said giving him another hug. Letting him go I watched him pick up his younger brother and tickle him as he walked away from me. As I watched him walk away, laughing with Dallas I made up my mind to speak to Jade and Cooper. In no way would they like to see their son unhappy. I found Jade sitting with Jackson and Emma in the kitchen. “Jade can I talk to you?” I asked her. “Sure Simone” she smiled at me, as Jack stood up and gave me a wink putting his cup in the sink he left the room. Emma continued to sit and watch us. “In private” I directed at her. She didn’t make a move. Jade gave her a small frown and stood up. “Lets go outside” she said still frowning. Linking her hand threw mine we started to walk out the door. “Emma is driving me nuts” she whispered to me as we walked. I rolled my eyes. “Did Cooper tell you about her?” I asked. Jade screwed up her nose and gave me a small nod “yeah I don’t trust her. I love to know what Bryon sees in her” she replied as we reached the outdoor table and sat down. “Now tell me what did you want to talk about”. For the next ½ hour we sat at the table talking about Austin. I told her all of what he had said to me. Jade had tears in her eyes when I finished. “he should have told me” she said sadly “I know he enjoys it and we could have hired a trainer so he could stay home. Thanks for telling me Simone” Jade said smiling at me “Of course Jade. What makes you think I wouldn’t.” Jade stood up and gave me a tight hug. “Excuse me, but I need to talk to my son” she said. I gave her a nod and watched her walk away. I felt bad for ratting on Austin, but knew he would appreciate it in the end. After a few minutes I stood up and went to make my way back inside, when Emma came out, determination in her stride, she made her way over to me.
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Post by Shell on Dec 23, 2006 12:32:36 GMT
Chapter Thirty-one(Bryon’s thoughts) “Are you sure you don’t want to come with us?” Ruby asked me as she flopped onto the couch next to me. I shook my head “You are on your honey moon Rubs. Emma and I aren’t going to join you and Saxson on your jet. I know you are going to Oz we can catch up when I get home. Besides we still have a lot more site seeing to do” I replied. “But I feel so bad I didn’t get to spend much time with you before the wedding” Ruby grumbled. “Ruby” I said laughing “Your wedding was wonderful. I am thankful I got to see you married and happy. We will have plenty of time to catch up in Australia when I get home, and I completely understand why we couldn’t do as much this trip. Planning weddings are huge. Now go relax and have a wonderful time with your new husband”. Ruby gave me a grin and wrapped her arms around me in a tight hug. “thank-you for understanding Bryon” she said still grinning as she pulled away. “Are you sure you wont come with us?” “RUBY” I scolded. “Ok, ok” she said putting her hands up in defeat as she stood up “I guess I better finish packing. So call me when you get to Australia ok, and we can all do something”. I gave her a nod “sounds great”. She gave me another grin and walked from the room. “Can I talk to you Bryon” Cooper asked me 5 minutes after Ruby left. “Sure mate” I said as I watched him sit in the same spot Ruby had been, his face grim. “There is no easy way to say this. But Emma isn’t welcome here anymore”. I looked at Cooper in shock and confusion. He sighed deeply and continued “She tried to kiss me mate. I just stepped out of the shower, and was wearing nothing but a towel and she was laying on my bed. I asked her what she was doing there and she approached me, raving something about us being good together and that I should divorce Jade and spend my life with her. Then she tried to kiss me. It wouldn’t have been so bad, I would have given her a piece of my mind and would have told her never to do it again, but jade was in the shower with me and heard her word for word. Jade just about ripped her hair out. I had to hold her back and scream at Emma to get out of the room. Took me hours to calm Jade down. She knows I love no one but her, she was furious at Emma for even trying it and for doing that to you” Cooper looked at me with sad eyes. “when did all of this happen?” I asked him. “2 days ago. Jade and I didn’t want to upset you, but we can't live with her anymore. You are most welcome to stay as long as you like, but I am surprised Jade has even let her stay this long, and didn’t kick her out the very hour it happened. I am sorry mate.” Cooper said “You have nothing to be sorry for Cooper. You warned me about her when I first arrived. I guess I should have listened harder. She will be gone by tonight” I said to my friend. “What about you?” he asked a little worried. “Oh I intend to enjoy my holidays and if its ok I would like to stay a bit longer”. Cooper gave me a sigh of relief “Of course its ok with us if you stay Bryon. You are always welcome in our house”. I gave my friend a tight smile “I don’t mean to be rude Cooper but can I ask you to give me 5 minutes alone before I find Emma. I need to get rid of some of this anger before I confront her”. “Oh, of course” Cooper said standing up “if you need me just yell” he said with a small smile. I watched him leave the room, standing up minutes later I took a deep breath, ready to face Emma. I had taken 2 steps when the blonde ran into me crying, with a hand over one eye. “Emma?” I said grabbing her upper arms and holding her away from me. “She hit me!” she cried. “WHAT? Jade hit you? When? Why?” I asked her confused. “No not Jade, the other one!” she said her voice raising. “Ruby hit you. But why would Ruby hit you. What did you do?” I asked her getting angry that she would hurt Ruby in any way. “No Bryon, the other one!” she said moving her hand away from her eye, the bruise that was forming there was getting black by the second. Who ever had hit her had put a lot of force into it. I looked at her confused. So that left….. (Saxson and Ruby’s wedding wasn’t ‘written, but it did happen. So for your viewing pleasure….hehe…enjoy the pics)
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Post by Shell on Dec 23, 2006 12:35:27 GMT
Chapter Thirty-two(Bryon’s thoughts) “’What did you do to MY Simone?” I raged at Emma as I shook her. “What did I do to her?!” Emma stumbled “she is the one that hit me!” “’What did you do to her Emma” I yelled, shaking her harder. She narrowed her eyes and pushed me back. Taking another look at me she ran from the house. I watched her go, gathering my thoughts I ran up the stairs, into Simone’s room, not bothering to knock. She was sitting on the chair in her room rubbing her hand. “Did she hurt you” I demanded from Simone as I looked her over. She looked at me calmly. “Do I look hurt?” she asked me. I shook my head “why did you hit her Simone?” I asked, calming down myself. Simone’s back stiffened “I had enough of her bragging and her lies Bryon. I had heard it before and this wasn’t the first time she has corned me on this trip. She was raving about getting Cooper for herself and that I never had a chance, with either Cooper or you. Cooper is my best friend, and I had enough of her. It was long coming, and I should have done it years ago” she replied her green eyes, going cold. “Is there anything else you want to know?” Simone asked me with a glare. I shook my head and left the room, feeling her eyes burn into my back. I found Emma outside the gates of Jade and Cooper’s home. “Bryon, I’m…” “Not welcomed here anymore” I finished for her with anger “You have abused my friends hospitality, my trust and everyone will be happy to see the back of you and that includes me. I have never been more humiliated by the actions of one of my guests. Your display has been pathetic, your actions immoral, your behavior is equivalent to that of a child. Now is the chance to choose your words wisely, and tell me exactly what happened to cause Simone to be irate enough with you to resort to violence. I have seen her hurt before and as much as it pains me to admit it, have even been the cause of some of that hurt. Yet I have never even seen her raise her voice much less hit someone”. “That would be right. Take her side. Everyone takes her side” she mumbled. “That would be because she doesn’t lie, steal, scheme or manipulate to get her way. Where as you seem to be capable of nothing else” I responded calmly “Now I want that answer”. “You are obviously on her side, so why should I tell you anything” she replied stiffly “As far as I am aware you don’t have the money for the air fare home, you don’t have the money for accommodation, and I very much doubt that you will ever get a job in your industry of choice, since you managed to insult Jade, and she is one of the best. Which is why I urge you to choose your words wisely. Because under ordinary circumstances I would not leave a lady stranded, I am to much of a gentle man. You however have not show yourself to be a lady. I am sorely tempted to make an acceptation” I said to her. “Fine” she said to me stubbornly “I accused Simone of still been in love with you and told her not to bother. Because you were mine and the only person who could ever change that would be me and I would only do it if I got bored. She denied having feelings for you but it was written all over her face every time you were both in the same room. I had enough of seeing it so I told her on a number of occasions to get over it. Then today I told her I about laying on Coopers bed waiting for him to get out of the shower. I said her you were naïve enough to think I would want you, when someone like Cooper was in the house and available to me. I didn’t matter to me that he was married and you were expendable. I told her Cooper and I had moment and I kissed him. She said to me ‘You bitch, he doesn’t deserve that’. I was about to retaliate when she hit me. I wasn’t about to stick around, so I ran to find you so you could fix her for me. Then you took her side. So I ran out here”. I looked at Emma with discuss, turning on my heal I walked over to the security box and asked Jason to get someone to bring out her luggage. After he sent someone off, I pulled out my mobile to ring her a cab to take her to the airport. I stood with her neither of us saying a word, 15 minutes later the cab arrived. “I will make arrangements for your flight home from here. After today I don’t want to see you again Emma” I informed her. “Bryon….” She went to say. “Not interested in hearing excuses Emma” I cut her off for the second time today, turning on my heel I walked away, ringing the airport as I re-entered the house. Unable to keep still I got into my car and headed to the pub. I needed to think, I was somewhat hurt by Emma’s actions and wanted to think about what she said about Simone. Was she really still in love with me. I was still thinking about it when I had ordered my third drink when I over heard the conversation the men behind me were having. “How hot is that Simone Ford” one said with another agreeing. “Oh no boys, I have an even better story for you” another voice spoke up. “I knew Simone in high school, and she was such a geek. Well my friends gave me a bet for a $100, if I could sleep with her by the end of the year. She couldn’t get enough of me. I am proud to say I was her first. She was a virgin when I was with her” he bragged. I saw red, as the realization of who this person was hit me. This was Todd. Simone had told me about him when we were together. “You ass” I said pulling Todd off his chair and throwing him away from the table. “What’s your problem?” the pretty boy Todd asked me as he took a step towards me. “First of all don’t speak about Simone like that. She is a decent and sweet. You are the jerk who hurt her deeply and you think that you can brag that she wanted you. You used her” I said with venom, my eyes narrowing. Todd looked at me and laughed “Obsessed fan are you. Its ok mate, I understand, and when I get back with her I will be sure to get her to give you a kiss” he said grinning. I crackled with a humorless laugh. “Simone, take you back?! She doesn’t go for pond scum anymore, her taste has improved since high school, and as you have pointed out so have her looks. Like a fine wine she has only improved with age in all areas. I am willing to bet my last dollar that when she was with you there was never the fire that burns from the inside out. The reason I am so willing to make that claim, is she herself has told me how pathetic you were. Its none of your business, though I am one of her biggest fans and one of her dearest friends and as with all good friends we laugh about people with small minds and small ….” I leaned back as I saw his fist plunging towards my face. His face red with anger and embarrassment. “What mate? The truth too hard for you to take? You couldn’t see her beauty behind her glasses? Were you that blind? No, just too stupid. Pity you haven’t grown out of that one. You might have actually stood a chance with her. But that is yet another reason she would never consider you, even as a last resort”. The laughter of his mates surrounded us and I wasn’t sure it was possible but his face got even redder. I couldn’t resist having a bit more fun with the maggot standing before me, though the next comment that came from my mouth surprised even me. “You shouldn’t let your face go so red mate, it makes you look like the dick that you are. And there isn’t a lady on the plant that would find that appealing, no matter how desperate she was” Moving back with no effort from his next swing I had enough, balling my hand into a fist I felt the satisfaction of his jaw crunching beneath my fist and saw his crumple to the floor. Looking down at his with disgust, I warned him to stay away from Simone because the next time I wouldn’t be so lenient. I looked up at the men that were surrounding their mate as they smirked and helped the moron off the floor as I walked off.
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Post by Shell on Dec 23, 2006 12:38:33 GMT
Chapter Thirty-three“Are you angry with me?” I asked Austin 2 weeks after Ruby’s wedding and a week after Emma was asked to leave. Life almost seemed back to normal. Jai decided to stay on a bit longer to catch up with me, as did Bryon, to catch up with Jade and Cooper. Neither of us have said a word to each other since the day I hit Emma, though I catch him watching me a lot, lost in thought. “Pardon me Aunt Simone” Austin said looking up from his homework on the table “I didn’t hear you”. I sat down in front of him. “Are you angry with me?” I asked again. He gave me his grin, which he inherited from Cooper. “To be honest I was at first and couldn’t believe you would tell mum, but I had lots of time to think about it and I owe you a thank-you. As I am sure you know, mum and dad have hired a trainer for me and I will only have to go back to school for 4 months every year. For trials and any other new things they want to teach me. Because of my training they have also hired a tutor to home school me. I don’t know how to say Thank-you enough Aunt Simone, and for being angry. Not anymore” He said standing up. “Thank-you is enough Kid” I said pulling him into my arms and hugging him tight “its good to see you happy”. His grin widened into a smile. “I am very happy thanks to you”. I ruffled his hair and returned his smile. “better let you get back to it” I said indicating to the books still on the table. Austin rolled his eyes and gave me a little groan “Yeah I guess.” I gave him a little laugh as he sat back down. I walked out the door still smiling when I bumped into something solid, as hands grabbed my shoulders to steady me. “Oh Sorry Jai” I said giving him a smile. “It ok Simone” he said not letting go of my shoulders. I looked at him and smiled. “Ahh Jai you need to let me go” I said with a giggle as I looked at his hands. Jai shook his head “No”. “Jai are you ok?” I asked him frowning. He gave me a small nod, his eyes falling on my lips. Watching him I opened them up slightly. With a groan he moved his lips to just above mine, giving me time to pull away. When I didn’t his lips met mine in a soft kiss. His hands moved from my shoulders to my waist as he pulled me closer to his body. I felt my own hands move up to the back of his neck and snake through his hair. “I want you Simone. I have never stopped wanting you” Jai said when he pulled away. “I know we decided to remain friends, but I just cant. I can’t bear the fact that I can’t kiss you when I want to. Or pull you into my arms when you are close. We were good together Simone, and I call myself all kinds of a fool for letting you go the first time. Please say you will be mine again” Jai asked me all is emotions written on his face waiting for my answer. I did have lots of fun with him He was romantic and sweet, I thought to myself as I watched his face. He isn’t Bryon a small voice screamed, and Bryon hurt you, yelled another. Ignoring them both I pushed them to the back of my mind. Cupping Jai’s cheeks in my hand I pulled him towards me and kissed him again. “Does this mean yes?” Jai asked me hopefully when I let him go. “Yes” I grinned happily. He picked me up and swung me around, planting his lips back on mine once he put me down for a hot, searing kiss. “You have made me the happiest man alive” Jai said pulling me closer to him for a tight romantic hug. I smiled into his shoulder ignoring the voice that was telling me I wouldn’t ever feel the tingles I did with Bryon.
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