CHAPTER 8 - Crash and dash.

BPOV

Ouch... wait why does my neck hurt? Why am I feeling so hot?

When I finally open my eyes, I see Rose's legs on my lap and my neck twisted in an uncomfortable position.

We fell asleep on the couch again. Shit.. we fell asleep on the couch. Wait, what is the time???

I looked at the clock, it was quarter to 6. I had to be at the gym at 6. Fuck my life...

I threw Roses's legs off me, she didn't wake up. I didn't expect her to. She slept like the dead.

I freshened up as fast as I could, wore my shirt and realized, that I did not have sweatpants, because I didn't finish washing them. I got... distracted yesterday.

Note to self - buy more sweatpants.

I mean I had quite a few, but those were my home sweatpants, and I didn't like to mix them up, with the pants I actually sweat in.

I didn't want to do this, but I grabbed the workout shorts, Rose made be buy the other day, to quote - unquote, "pick some guys up".

Well there was one person I was interested in... stop Bella... but fuck it I didn't have time to waste. I decided to wear my pants from yesterday. I was not in the mood of "seducing" anyone.

I ate a piece of toast, left Rose a note and a text, and was on my way. Based on how long it took me to get ready in the house, I would be 10 minutes late, at least.

I reached the gym, ran to the building, and took the elevator. I could finally catch my breath. I was so lost in my own world that I crashed right into someone, causing me to stumble a bit.

That person thankfully caught me and held my waist, to stop me from falling backwards and hitting my head.

And I had a feeling of who that person was, because of the sudden electricity I felt...

I looked up into those green eyes that I had been dreaming about. He was tall. He had to be at least 6'2. I was lost for words. I was just staring into his eyes the whole time. My mind was mush.

He cleared his throat and spoke with a smirk, in what I think was one of the most sexiest voices I have heard "usually when I save beautiful ladies, I get a thank you."

I was a little shocked, firstly he called me beautiful and secondly he "saved me". It's not like I would've died... I knew I was overreacting and my emotions were all over the damn place.

But I hated to depend on anyone, and I guess I was a little triggered. Ok... I admit, a lot triggered. And I needed to push him away.

This was by far, one of the most irrational things I have ever thought of doing. I had to calm down right now.

So instead, I began gratefully "umm... thank you I mean that", I blushed.

That's when things escalated, since I couldn't control my damn emotions, and I felt helpless, like when I was with Riley... it's not the best feeling in the world. So in a pissed off voice I said "but I do not wished to be saved, thank you very much, also can you please get your hands off me." I was acting soo stupid, I admit.

I also really cannot afford any distractions now. The only exceptions are my dreams.

He was a little taken aback, and his face fell. That hurt me... I do not know why. He quickly removed his hands off me and began rubbing his neck. "I am sorry, I was not thinking. I did not mean to make you feel uncomfortable... Ms... -"

"It's Isabella, but you can call me Bella. And no, I'm sorry". I sighed. "I just went through some bad shit, on top of that I was running late, and I took it out on you, even though I was the one not looking at where I was going... so I'm sorry...-" I looked at him waiting for him to respond.

"It's Edward. Nice to meet you Bella. And I wasn't really paying attention either." It was silent, and a little awkward.

I couldn't take it anymore and I began rambling "oh my gosh... I screwed things up big time. Can we please start over later. Right now I have to meet Emmett, but soon? I can explain everything. In fact, let me make it up to you." I paused to catch my breath. "Thanks Edward, for helping me... I really mean that" I said as sincerely as I could. Saying his name also made me blush.

But I didn't have to explain myself to him. I started out not wanting to be distracted, and here I was... trying to do God knows what... wait did I accidentally ask him out?! God no... shit shit shit... he doesn't see you like that...

He nodded a small smile on his face. "Yeah, totally... see you soon Bella. I have to be somewhere as well..." running his fingers through his hair, he walked into the elevator, and shot me another quick smile.

I was confused about what, "making it up to him" meant and I was totally exasperated, because I really didn't need this now. I was making a fool out of myself.

I blushed because I felt my anger rising but mostly it was because of this wonderful, charming, hot man.

This time, however, I didn't look away, when I blushed, that is until the doors of the elevator closed.

I was finally back home after a long and eventful day.

I came to the conclusion that, working out was hard. I had managed to meet Emmett after I bumped or rather crashed into Edward. Just thinking about him and his name, made me sigh. Godddd... I was becoming so cringy...

Anyways, Emmett had warned me things would pick up in my routine. But man it was tiring.

He let me know that after this week he would create a proper fixed schedule. Since the first week's schedule was a sort of temporary one, to monitor my performance, ability, stamina, etc.

Work was picking up as well. A new ad campaign was being organized, for a new chain of gyms. All I knew at this point was that it was also a family business. I would receive all the information tomorrow.

I had managed to secure the job and I knew I was perfect for this - I had the graphic designing skills, I was good with families and I now had first hand experience in gyms or at least some experience, either ways it would be helpful.

The meeting and presentation for the basic idea of the campaign was set up for next week, on a Tuesday.

Apparently the guy running the company, was young and barely ever showed up to meetings, or rather for these types of meetings. He was known to be elusive. He mostly sent his sister, since she was the head of the marketing team. But he was making an exception for this particular meeting, because his sister was not, currently, in town.

Things were going well. I couldn't wait for Saturday and Sunday. The 2 days that I get to do what I want, with the exception of my therapy session. But I would mostly have to spend it on getting ready for this campaign and appeasing the needs of this "boss".

After eating dinner of some steamed vegetables and a chicken breast, I called Rose to check on her. Then I settled down on my bed, and began creating an outline for the new campaign.

For now I wanted to rest, think of Edward, and enjoy my time.

I also couldn't wait for the weekend. I needed a little time for myself. And to not have a single care in the world. Except for Edward.

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Will everything work out with Edward?

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