Chapter Fifteen

Zoe POV:

I spent every passing day stuffing my face with junk food. I was hoping that Philip would call me back to work. I missed my job and I missed Philip even more. Every day I realized that I had lost my job and there was no miracle that could happen. I had received calls from Dani, Will and Kevin asking why I wasn't at work. I told them I was on leave. That was the only reasonable lie I could find. If I had told them that I had gotten fired, then they would ask why, and I didn't want to spill the beans.

I had tried to call him, but his number was never available. I had called Mark to check if he was okay and Mark said he had disappeared, and no one could reach him. How bad was he hurting? How bad did I break him?

My door opened and Aunt Emilia walked in. "Jesus! Zoe, why are those curtains closed?"

"You barged into my room," I reminded her.

Aunt Emilia opened the curtains and the brightness almost blinded me. "Please, close the curtains. It's way too bright," I whined.

"How long are you going to lock yourself up in your room, sulking? It's been one week since you got fired. So? When are you going to move on and start looking for a new job?" She asked as she stood akimbo.

"I like this new unemployment status," I replied.

"Suit yourself. I'm leaving and when I get back, those damn curtains should be opened! Wash your hair too! You look like a mess," she said with worry in her tone.

"Okay," I said.

She shook her head before she left. I bet she was already tired of the entire situation, so was I.

I stood up from my bed and went to brush my teeth. I looked at myself in the mirror. Aunt Emilia was right, I looked like a mess! My hair was all over the place. I washed my hair thoroughly before I took a long, warm shower. I felt a little better afterwards.

My phone buzzed on the bed while I picked out what to wear. I quickly threw on some shorts and a tank top and picked up my phone. It was a call from a private number. "Hello?"

"Hello, Zoe. It's Philip's father."

"Oh, hello, sir."

"I heard you got fired. I'm so sorry for putting you in the mess. You had nothing to do with this," Henry apologized.

"It's okay, sir." I paused before I asked, "How's Philip?"

"I called to ask that too."

"I've not been able to reach him," I told him.

"Me neither," he said. "He has disappeared, and he hasn't been to work since. Mark knows where he is, but he doesn't want to spill. I understand, Philip is his buddy and I know he needs some time alone. If you ever hear from him, please let me know, okay?" Henry pleaded.

"Thank you. I'll make sure I'll get you a new job if Philip doesn't rehire you, but I know he will. Have a nice day," he said.

"You too, sir. Don't think too much about anything, it's not good for your health."

Henry sighed on the other end. "Bye," he said and ended the call.

I could feel his pain, he felt like he had lost his son. I could tell how much he loved his son even though he wasn't his biological father.

Then, I remembered he had said Mark knew where Philip was, so I dialed his number and he picked on the second trial. "Hey, Mark."

"Hey, Zoe." He sounded like he had just woken up.

"Did I wake you up?"

"Yeah. What's up?" He asked.

"Mark, I know you know where Philip is."

Mark sighed. "Philip is in Miami in his beach house. I'm not with him because he requested to be alone so just let him be for now. I'll let you know when you can see him."

"Okay. How's he though?" I asked.

"The last time I went to see him, he looked like a complete mess. He's quiet and moody and he's constantly zoning out."

I sighed. "Thank you very much."

"He'll be fine, don't worry about him. I've seen him like this before and he bounced back. I'll let you know when you can see him, okay?"

"Okay, thank you, Mark," I said sincerely.

"No biggie."

I ended the call and laid flat on the bed. I hope Philip would bounce back like Mark said.

***

Philip POV:

"Zoe has been asking to see you," Mark informed me. I kept mute because I didn't know what to say. "Philip, how long are you going to keep yourself locked up? Everyone is worried sick about you."

"I'll speak to them after I get through this phase," I said. "How's Dad?" I asked. These past few days, I realized I couldn't stay mad at him forever. If anything, Dad and Mum saved my life by adopting me. It was comforting to know that he saw me as his flesh and blood.

"Heartbroken," Mark replied. "I haven't seen him like that since your mum died."

I sighed. I had to get back to work sooner or later. "Assure Dad I'll be back soon," I told Mark.

Mark nodded. "I have to go. I have a date with my girlfriend. Call me if you need anything, okay?"

"Sure," I assured.

Mark left later leaving me alone to my thoughts. It was getting darker slowly. I was craving pizza, so I picked up my phone and ordered one. The pizza arrived in a few minutes, and I tipped the delivery man generously. The doorbell rang again, and I went to get it. I opened the door, and my heart froze.

"Hey," Zoe smiled lightly. She was in worse shape than I was.

"Zoe. What are you doing all the way out here?" I asked with concern.

"To see you," she replied.

"Come in." I stepped aside so she could come in. Zoe came in and stared at the house in awe.

"How are you?" She asked.

"Better," I shrugged.

Zoe nodded. I noticed how tired her eyes looked. "Are you okay?" I asked.

"Yeah. I fell sick last week and I'm recovering."

"Did you travel here in a sick state?"

"I'm fine now," Zoe assured me.

"You don't look fine to me," I argued.

Her eyes began to water. "Fine! I'm not fine. I was worried sick about you, thinking you would do something to yourself. I've hated myself these past few weeks for keeping my mouth shut." The tears rolled down her eyes.

"You had no choice."

I had come to realize that in the last few days. I couldn't stay angry at her because this wasn't her business in the first place. I walked to her and held her face, wiping the tears off with my thumbs. "Don't blame yourself for anything. This was a family issue and I'm sorry you got dragged into it."

"I'm so sorry," she wailed.

"It's okay, Zoe. I'm sorry for blaming you. Forgive me?"

Zoe nodded and I wiped the tears off her face. She looked down at my lips and I looked down at hers too. I ran my thumb through her lips before I finally dipped my head for a kiss. She closed her eyes and parted her lips. I smirked and covered her lips with mine. I missed this.

Her hands impulsively wrapped around my neck, and I held her small waist, pulling her closer, so close that our chests were pressing against each other.

Her lips were softer than I remember. She tugged my hair lightly and I lost it. I lifted her and she wrapped her legs around my waist and held onto me tightly.

"Should we take this upstairs?" I asked.

"Sure," she smiled and bit her lips.

I groaned. "You're going to be the death of me, Zoe."

I kissed the corner of her lips before seizing them. I heard a moan and realized it was mine. I could feel myself getting harder with every second. I took us up the stairs without tripping.

We arrived at her room, and I put her down without taking my lips off hers. I slowly took off her sleeveless gown and it fell to the floor, forming a pool around her legs. She was left in her underwear. I took one long look at her body and saw her cheeks redden. I smirked and took her lips again.

Soon, her underwear was gone, and she was left butt naked. I fondled her breast and toyed with her nipples a little. Seeing as she was ready for me, I lifted her and placed her on the bed. "Are you sure you want to do this?" I asked.

Zoe nodded shyly as she bit her lips.

"Stop biting your lips. That's my job," I told her.

"Okay, boss," she teased.

I grinned and stared at her naked figure on my bed. "Your body is perfect," I said as I dipped my head and kissed her neck. I trailed kisses from her neck to her breast and took one nipple in my mouth and fondled the other. Her back arched in pleasure. "Philip," she moaned. My name has never sounded this nice before.

I paid homage to both of her breasts before trailing kisses down her stomach. I stopped just above her core. I lifted her thighs slowly while looking deep into her eyes. I spread them apart and settled between them. Her juices glistened under the light. She shoved herself into my face seeing as I was taking too long to take her in her mouth. I chuckled. "Be patient."

I ran my tongue down her entire length before taking her clitoris in my mouth. Her legs moved a little and I held them apart while my tongue pleasured her.

"Fuck," she moaned.

My lips danced around her clitoris while I inserted a finger into her wet and heated core. She was so tight, and I figured she hadn't had sex in a while. I proceeded to use two fingers and Zoe was a moaning mess. I pumped my fingers in and out of her while my tongue stayed on her clitoris, twirling around it, and slowly sending her over the edge.

"Philip!" She cried as she pulled my hair.

I stopped and returned to her lips, making her taste herself on my lips. I took out a condom from the drawer and was about to tear it open.

"Wait," she said.

"You don't want this?"

"Not that."

Zoe flipped us over and she was atop me.

"Damn, you're so strong."

Zoe smiled innocently and licked the corner of my lips as her hands went down between my thighs. She grabbed my cock and ran her thumb over the tip.

"What are you doing?" I asked, trying so hard not to roll my eyes in pleasure.

"Shhh. It's my turn," she replied.

She ran hands down my entire length before going down to take me in her mouth.

"Fuck," I whispered. "Zoe…"

Her tongue swirled around the tip, and I almost lost it. I never let any of my previous conquests give me a blowjob, but with Zoe I was so helpless. She continued to do wonders with her mouth while I laid there, moaning her name every now and them.

As much as I was enjoying this, I didn't want her to continue. "Zoe, stop. Unless you want me to cum in your mouth."

She looked up at me with daring eyes and didn't stop.

"Zoe," I groaned as my eyes rolled back in pleasure. Well, I guess I had to sit back and enjoy the blowjob. I held her hair up as she gave me the best blowjob of my life.

"Zoe, I'm going to cum. You need to stop," I pleaded, and she obliged. I pulled her up and gave her a long, deep kiss. "Who knew that sharp mouth of yours could do that?" I smirked.

I kissed her again before flipping us over so that she was beneath me. I tore the condom open and put it on. I teased her entrance a little.

"Philip," she whined, and I chuckled. She was so impatient.

I entered her slowly as we both moaned in relief. "Fuck, you're so tight," I said between gritted it.

"Is that bad?" She asked with worry on her face.

"Fuck, no, baby," I assured as her as I laid kisses on her neck. I began to move in and out of her heated core slowly. Sex with Zoe was better than I imagined. She held my biceps and wrapped her legs around my waist, sending me even deeper.

"Fuck," we moaned simultaneously.

I increased my pace and thrust harder into her. Zoe's eyes rolled back in pleasure, and I knew it wouldn't take too long to send her over the edge.

I sealed her lips with mine as I began to thrust in and out of her. Soon, her walls began to tighten, and she became a moaning mess as I felt her reach her climax, screaming my name. I followed suit and we were both riding to cloud nine. I felt numb after that and couldn't move. I waited for so long for this and it was worth the wait.

I kissed her long and deep before scooting over and pulling her closer to me. Now, I was so sure this wasn't lust. But it couldn't be love, could it?

"Philip?" Zoe called.

"Yes, baby?"

"Are you tired?" She asked.

"Not at all." I grinned as she climbed atop me.

"Can I ride you?" She asked with a wicked smile on her face.

"I'm all yours, baby."

***

Zoe POV:

I opened my eyes and realized it was already noon. I had the best night of my life, and it was with Philip who happened to be my boss and who also happened to be the man I was madly in love with. I hadn't slept this good in days. Sex had never been this good before. It wasn't until the early hours of the morning till we got satiated. Philip had me in different positions I never knew existed.

I looked at Philip, he was still sound asleep. He looked so peaceful, like a baby. I stared at him for a while before quietly getting out of bed so I wouldn't wake him up. I felt a little sore between my legs.

I was famished but first, I had to brush my teeth and take a long, warm bath. I walked into Philip's enormous brush and found a lot of unopened toothbrushes. I took one and brushed my teeth. I ran up the jacuzzi and dipped myself into it. It felt so nice and refreshing. I couldn't keep the smile off my face. I had no regrets about last night and I hope Philip didn't either.

I got out of the jacuzzi and dried my body with one of the white towels I found. I wrapped the towel around my body and wrapped one around my hair.

I walked into the room and found Philip awake. "Good morning," he greeted with the brightest smile.

"Good morning. When did you wake up?" I asked as I laid a kiss on his forehead without thinking. He seemed to like it.

"Not quite long. Why didn't you tell me you were going to take a bath so we could do that together?" Philip asked with a pout.

I laughed. "I didn't want to wake you up," I replied. "Can I borrow a T-shirt? I left my clothes at my hotel."

"Sure," he nodded. "I'd love to see you in one of T-shirts," he grinned, and I rolled my eyes. "We need to go get your clothes from the hotel but first, we need breakfast. You must be so hungry after last night," Philip smirked.

"I want to slap that smirk off your face," I said. "I'll make breakfast."

"No, I'll do it."

"You haven't even brushed your teeth or taken a bath yet, so I'll do it. "

I went into his closet. This man sure had a lot of tuxedos, jean jackets and Nike sneakers. I found a T-shirt and put it on. I folded the towels and took them to the bathroom.

"Philip, get up!"

"I feel so lazy today. Come to bed, let's stay cuddled up."

"As nice as that sounds, no thank you. I need to make breakfast. Ciao."

I left the room and went down the stairs. I went into the kitchen and went through the cabinet.

I decided to make waffles and pancakes.

Philip came into the kitchen when I was flipping the last pancake.

"It smells nice here." He came behind me and kissed my neck. "So do you."

I smiled. "You took forever to take a bath."

"I like to take my time," he defended. "We're eating a lot for breakfast. Good job, baby." He held my waist and hugged me tightly.

"Let me concentrate," I told him.

"Fine." He raised his hands in surrender.

I fried a few sausages and made two glasses of fresh orange juices while Philip set the table.

We sat down to eat breakfast as we talked about everything and nothing. This was another side of Philip that I loved. There were so many things to love about Philip, aside him being a jerk on purpose and being so cocky all the time.

Philip's phone rang on the dining table as I took a bite of my last waffle. He stared at his phone, and I knew that something was wrong. His mood changed and he began to drum on the table with his fingers.

"What's wrong?" I asked.

"It's my Dad," he replied.

"Don't you want to pick the call?" I asked.

Philip sighed. "I do." He picked the phone and swiped. I took my plates and returned them to the kitchen, using that as an excuse to give him some privacy.

"Are you okay?" I asked after he was done with the phone call.

"Yeah," Philip replied.

"Are you ready to return to work now?"

"Sure. We'll leave tomorrow," he said, and I smiled at him.

We drove over to my hotel to get my clothes. Philip had to stay in the car so he wouldn't be recognized.

I packed my things and checked out of the hotel and returned to the car.

"What's your plan for today?" Philip asked as I got into the car.

"Nothing," I shrugged.

"How about we go on a date?" Philip asked.

"I have to wear a fancy dress and I didn't bring any. Let's just watch a movie and order some Chinese food."

"Sounds good to me. First, let's do a little shopping."

"For who?" I asked.

"For you," Philip replied.

"Philip, that's not necessary," I told him.

"Come on, Zoe. At least, let me thank you for coming all the way to check up on me," he insisted.

I sighed. "Fine. But only a few things."

"I can't promise that," he said truthfully. "But I'll try." He started the car and drove us over to a boutique. We walked out of the boutique with numerous bags in our hands.

"So much for shopping a few things," I said in between laughter.

"Oh, well," Philip shrugged. "There's no such thing as shopping a few things with me. So, Zoe Ortega, would you come back to be my secretary?"

"No other person would be able to put up with your annoying ass, so yes," I replied.

Philip gasped dramatically. "Annoying ass? I'm the sweetest boss ever."

"Yeah, sure. So, are things going to be weird between us?" I asked the thought that had been on my mind for a while.

Philip held my hand as he stared deep into my eyes. "I have started this with you and there's no turning back. Of course, at work we have to behave but it won't change how I feel about you and things are not going to be weird at all. Also, we need to stay on a low. We also have to take things slow so we can be sure about our feelings before we put a tag on this. By the way, have I ever told you how nice you look in pink?" He asked with a grin.

I smiled widely. There are so many reasons to love this man.