Chapter 9
As she drove away from home she switched on the radio to try and clear her head for the day ahead. She was looking forward to it and a stupid argument ruined it. But Ryan's not going to ruin this day for her she decided. Suddenly "All by myself" started playing on the station she was absentmindedly listening to "Uggghhh seriously?" she said to herself and then changed the station when "Everybody hurts" started playing. "Clearly we're not doing the radio thing then" she said to no one in particular as she came to a halt at the red light and switched the radio off. Deciding that driving in silence would be her best bet.
Pulling into the parking lot at the Crystal Towers spa she saw Shelby and Nimah's cars but there was no sign of either of them. As she got out and walked towards the entrance she saw both of them as they were sitting at the entrance waiting for her. Each having a glass of what Alex assumed was champagne in hand and having while having a light conversation. They both got up and smiled at her when she approached. "Hey you." Shelby greeted as she got up to hug Alex while Nimah stood in line waiting her turn to do the same. "What took you so long?" Nimah asked as she handed Alex a glass of champagne. "We had a deal that we're not doing the boyfriend talk today. So let's not even start. That's a story for another day." Alex answered as she plopped down on the couch next to Nimah. "I'll drink to that sister." Shelby said. "Let's go get the day started." Nimah answered as she led the way to the reception desk.
They were being led to the elevator and made small talk with the butler on their way to the 6th floor. When the elevator opened another butler awaited them and led them to a changing room where they had to change into white robes while they put their clothes in some really modernized lockers. They arranged for a three hour treatment which included anything of their choice. After they changed they got into the stream room and laid on the benches they had in there. It was shaped like your body and they all felt like they could just lay there and not go back to reality after this is all over.
After the steam room they were led through a small corridor that led to 4 beds that were covered in white sheets while soft music were playing in the background. Everything about the room seems so serene and calm. As they got onto the beds three massage therapists entered and gave them each a full body massage that felt like it went on for hours on end , and even when it finished non of them were ready for it to be over. "One can get addicted to this." Alex said as they got up when it was done. "It needs to be your birthday more often Shell, I'm not used to this kind of treatment." Nimah joked. "I don't wanna get older every day so the two of you can get spa days forget it. I was being generous." She laughed "but I have to admit that was amazing."
"So, how about some shopping and an early dinner before we head home?" Alex suggested as she checked her watch. It was 16:30 and shops closed at 21:00 at the latest. And as she knew her friends they'd probably want to go into every store and come out with only two bags while they browsed every store they found, or at least the ones that looked interesting.
After an hour and a half of senseless walking and window shopping they finally sat down at a small coffee shop to grab a quick bite to eat before going their separate ways. The talked about this ad that but sticking to their rule of no boyfriend or work talk. Which left them with small talk and a lot of girl chat about make up and of course, so juicy office gossip that is making rounds while they are trying to speculate whether it's true or not. They settled the bill, greeted ad wet about their separate ways. It was around 18:45 when Alex got to the car.
Refusing to switch on the radio on fear of having to listen to radio stations that might just depress her like it did when she got into the car she settled on silence again. Planning a whole conversation I her head that she about to tell Ryan so they can sort out their differences. Taking the long way home she decided that she has to face the music as soon as she got to their apartment. When she entered she found Ryan sitting on the couch watching a football game with a beer in his hand, and another empty bottle on the coffee table. Is it worth talking to a mildly intoxicated Ryan Booth? She thought to herself but was willing to give it a try, regardless. He didn't even acknowledge her presence when she walked passed him his eyes were fixed on the TV screen although she knew he wasn't really paying attention to the game anymore.
Okay, well this is clearly not the way this was playing out in my head, she thought once again. Just when she had given up and wanting to confront him about his behavior earlier he got up, threw the now empty bottle that was in his hand in the trash as well as the one on the table and walked passed her heading towards their bedroom. Shaking her head at his back as he walked passes her she followed him. He was busy getting ready for bed when she decided now was probably not a good time but they have to talk this out eventually. "So we're not going to talk about what happened earlier?" she asked as she stood in the door. "I have nothing to say about what happened Alex. You went out with your friends ad had a good time while I wanted to spend time with you." He replied as he headed for the bathroom to brush his teeth. "You're bring really petty if that's what you're mad about, Ryan. Yes I went out and had a good time but that gives you no reason to be upset about something like this." She said as she followed him. "That's not what it's about Alex. I just expected you to clear things with me first before you make plans" He said. "Are you kidding me? Do I need to ask permission to go out with friends? Do I need to ask you when I want to go to go for lunch at work or ask you what I'm allowed to eat or what cool drink I must buy? She questioned raising her voice. "Oh come on Alex, you know that's not what I mean!" he replied trying to keep his voice calm although it wasn't working. "Enlighten me then!" she yelled hand flying to match how frustrated she was feeling right now. "I can't talk to you when you're like this. I'll sleep on the couch" he answered leaving the bathroom without brushing his teeth while Alex was standing there. Stunned, angry and frustrated. "This was not the script I had planned in my head." She said she got into bed and clicked off her nightlight.
More drama. But it will all be sorted out soon. Let me know what you think and if you want me to add something or if there is something you want to see happen I'll try my best to write that in. Review and let me know if you're happy and enjoying it thus far. Lovies-S
