Mr Possessive

Skyla

I stand nervously in a crowded room, hiding in the corner, trying to keep my anxiety under control as my best friend Kelsey mingles with everyone. I don’t do well in large social gatherings. I would rather be reading a good book at home—my safe place. Kelsey’s date cancelled last minute, and I didn’t want her to come alone. Tonight is important to her. She just got promoted after fearing she was going to lose her job due to many changes being made within the company. This event is for the company to celebrate and get to know the new members of the team. Plus, I am only here for the summer, visiting, so I want to make the most of my time with my best friend.

I sip on my soda water. I am not much of a drinker, only on special occasions. Maybe one right now would help relax me. I glance around, looking for one of the waiting staff with a tray because I don’t want to go to the crowded bar. I couldn’t see anyone, so soda water it is.

Suddenly, I feel like someone is looking at me. I lift my head and confirm it. A man is watching me closely. He is dressed in a black suit, his dark brown hair slicked back perfectly. He is at least a few inches taller than my 5’7 stature. He is very handsome. I don’t understand why he is staring at me. I feel my cheeks heat and quickly turn away from his gaze.

“Hey, are you okay?” Kelsey asks, appearing in front of me, “Yes, I am fine.” I smile.

“Will you please come talk to folks with me?” she asks hopefully. I nod, even if it is the last the last thing I want to do, but she will worry about me if I continue to hide in the corner, and I don’t want her doing that.

Kelsey smiles, taking my hand in hers and leading us to a small group. She introduces me to everyone. I smile and politely say hello. I let them chat amongst themselves, staying silent.

“Are you all having a good night?” A voice asks, making me look up, and the man who seemed to be staring at me was standing, “Yes, sir, we are. Are you?” Kelsey smiles.

“Please, outside of the office, there is no need to call me, sir. It is Brandon.” He laughs, “Sorry, boss.” She laughs. Wait, he is her boss? Oh my, how does she work around him every day? If it were me, I would be a flustered mess constantly.

He turns his attention to me, “I don’t believe we have met.”, “Brandon, this is Skyla, my best friend who is here for the summer, visiting from Scotland,” “Skyla, my boss, Brandon.” She smiles.

He steps in closer to me, and I feel myself become completely weak to the knees when my eyes notice his deep blue ones. He offers his hand to me, which I take, “It is nice to meet you, Miss Skyla.” His voice is deep and husky. I bite down on my lower lip to stop myself from moaning, “Um, hello. You too.” I stammer out.

I see his lips turn up into a smirk. Oh God, could I make a fool of myself any worse? I felt the heat rise on my face again, breaking eye contact with him because I couldn’t handle him looking at me. He holds onto my hand longer than needed before letting it go, “Well, I will let you get back to what you are doing. Enjoy the rest of your night, everyone.” He smiles, walking away.