Babel Novel
Chapter 33
The sun began to set on the elegant estate, the Hatton estate in Beverly Hills where Ethan and Emily where enjoying a brief vacation away from the hassles of New York City. The radiant beams danced upon the crystal clear waters of the magnificent swimming pool. Ethan and Emily Hatton stayed nestled in each others arms amidst meticulously manicured gardens, the pool seemed like shimmering oasis made exclusively for their indulgence.
Ethan gazed at Emily, a twinkle in his eyes that mirrored the sparkling water. The atmosphere felt injected with a mix of anticipation and affection, their hearts beating in sync with the gentle lapping of the water.
“I really don’t want to go back to New York, I’m enjoying every single moment here with you Emily” Ethan said pulling Emily bikini clad body closer to him in a tighter embrace, her skin damp from the water but he relished in it.
“Let’s not go back” she indulged him
“If wishes were horses Emily” he said “I’ve been away from the company for too long and there’s the Banquet dinner too, we have to attend that or father’s going to kill me”
“Right” Emily said “My GED exams are straight after that, I don’t think I’m properly prepared”
Ethan looked at her, a kiss playing on her nose and he kissed her lips gently “I’m sure you’ll do well darling”
Emily’s eye met his, brimming with warmth and vulnerability “I want that confidence to have in me”
“Okay let’s do it this way, the moment you pass. Me, you and a trip to wherever you want” he said holding out his pinky finger and Emily linked hers with his with a nod.
“Where are you thinking for college” he asked
“New York University actually, and I’m going for Business Management”
“That’s brilliant baby, I’m proud of you. If there’s anything you need, make sure you let me know okay”
“Sure sure” she said suddenly entangling herself from Ethan’s arms and rising to her feet, “I need to use te bathroom, I’ll be right back”
Just as she excused herself, a faint ringing began to ensue from the pool table beside then. Confusion furrowed on Ethan’s brows as he saw the call was from Jackson and he sat up immediately, snatching the phone from the table.
His heart raced as he swiped he green button immediately, putting the phone to his ears.
“Jackson what the hell are you doing calling my wife, what the hell is wrong with you”
“What the hell are you doing taking her calls?” Jackson fired back
“Thank God I did, look Jackson stay away from Emily, she’s my wife. You have half the girls in New York City pinning after you why does it have to be my wife”
There was a pause at the end before Jackson cleared his throat before speaking
“Anita came by the company looking for you”
Ethan felt a slow knot forming in his stomach at the mention of Anita’s name, he had done everything possible to avoid her ever since she laid down her offer.
“Apparently she has something planned, and that’s why I’m calling Emily. I don’t care what you and Anita have together but leave Emily out of this”
“Don’t you have other things to worry about like making sure you don’t fuck the Banquet dinner up, instead of worrying about my wife” Ethan said
“Your wife this, your wife that, she doesn’t even love you” Jackson fired and that one stung, the memory of Emily calling Jackson’s name in the heat of the make out flooded his memories, and the anger engulfed him and he ended the call immediately, slamming it on the table. He was so blinded by fury he didn’t see Emily approaching and seating down beside him
“Hey what’s wrong” she kept a dainty hand on his shoulder and Ethan shrugged it off immediately to Emily’s surprise.
“Hey!!!!” She protested, the confusion seeping in as she tried to study his demeanor
“Do you love Jackson?” Ethan asked suddenly knocking Emily back in shock as she tried to process the new situation unraveling before her, she was away for just a minute, what the hell happened.
“I don’t understand Ethan, where’s this coming – ”
“Answer my question Emily” he cut her short, the anger booming in his voice
“No I don’t, what the hell!”
“Then why’s he calling your phone” he picked up her phone, throwing it on her lap, his eyes searching hers as she looked from the phone back to Ethan.
“You picked the call didn’t you, why didn’t you ask him?” She asked back and Ethan stayed silent, unable to answer he question and she shook her head, standing to her feet but Ethan pulled her back
“Where are you going?”
“Away from you Ethan” she thundered
“So what, you’re saying I have no right to be upset?” He asked her, the question hanging in the
air as Emily stared at him unsure of what to say.
“I’m not saying that Ethan, I’m -” She tried to say and Ethan cut her of again, she sprang up suddenly and began pacing around.
“Then what the hell are you saying Emily, say it louder so that I can understand”
“It’s not my fault if your brother is in love with me Ethan” Emily yelled, her arms flailing about like she was trying to explain her frustration. “I never reciprocated those feelings or said I was going to”
“But you called his name while you were kissing me, how am I supposed to believe that when he’s calling your phone every minute Emily” Ethan stood up now, standing face to face with her.
“That was a mistake -”
“Don’t you get it Emily” he cut in again, moving closer and cupping her face in his hands “I am falling for you, I don’t want anyone threatening my position in your life”
“No one is” Emily said, looking into his eyes, the intensity within them nearly knocking her off her feet.
“Then promise me Emily, promise me you’re never going to see or speak to Jackson anymore. Promise me”
Emily looked at him, her heart beating. Ethan’s impatience now drilling into hers as she spoke the words, even though the sincerity felt questionable she said it anyways
“I promise” she said and it felt like the air stilled, a certain relief spread through them as Ethan pulled Emily for a hug
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