The entire car ride was awkward , I felt self conscious as we drove to the clients home. I kept playing the kiss in my head.
I can't believe I kissed him...it can't be bad though right? I mean he did kiss me back. But I really didn't want to give him that kinda signal! Crap now he's gonna wanna date me and lord knows he might just want to have a long term relationship... oh . My. God . He's gonna wanna marry me, he seems like that type. He might even want me to have his children.
I chocked on air as I pulled up to a stoplight , my face as red as fire.
"Amelia. Is everything alright ?"
"Mmmmhmmm" I hummed , trying to take deep breaths and steady my heart . I didn't look at him, I kept my sight solely on the road .
But idiot you forgot about the dream . You kissed him but your having dreams of him kissing other people. Girl...that's messed up , you can't let him know about the dream , he would think you were a freak for sure . Alright Mia no more kissing him , none at all
"You don't look so well, I could drive if you want " he placed his hand lightly on-top of mine. I slowly turned my gaze to him . His eyes were full of concern as he searched my face. The longer I stared at him the more I began to feel. Uncertainty, hope, ...desire.
Shit .
" I-"
A horn beeped behind us , we both jumped at the sound. The light had been green for some time. He pulled his hand away as I murmured " no I'm sorry . I'm fine really , just nervous about this transaction is all" I said .
This was partially true , I was nervous . But I was also thinking about his lips and the feel of his muscles underneath his shirt but I didn't want to tell him that .
"Is the client difficult?" He asked as he continued to stare at me , I bit my bottom lip tasting my chap stick .
"Um, im not entirely sure. All I know is that they are very wealthy and if you don't do a good job they'll leave a bad review. And our floral shop can't take another one , we might lose it."
"I see" he was quiet as we pulled into the enormous parking lot, the home in front of us was grand and massive . Large roman columns decorated the outside , the grass a plush green. Full of the brightest and biggest assortment of flowers I had ever seen.
"Oh my goodness." I murmured as we parked in front .
"Scared?" He asked through a chuckle as he looked over at me
" that obvious ?" I tried to smile but my heart began to race as the front door opened and there stood a butler
I felt warmth spread through my hand , turning I noticed he was holding my hand in his. " you will be fine Amelia ".
" my stomach bubbled as he said my full name, his reassurance helped , I nodded and climbed out the car . Grabbing the flower bouquets . Kurama grabbed a few as well , as we both climbed the steps
" are you Ms. Amelia Burnshine?" The man , stiff in posture and in attitude said , his nose upturned at me
" yes , I'm here to deliver the flowers"
He looked me over before turning to kurama "and who is this?"
"Oh Um this is Shuichi Minamino and he is um my-"
" work partner , we both worked on the arrangements and we are excited to show them to our client." Kurama stated firmly , I looked up at him as the man gave him a discerning look. Pursing his lips he relaxed a sigh slipping through his pinned thin lips.
"This way" turning his back to us he walked into the home, kurama and I both exchanged glances as we followed suit.
"This house is beautiful" I said trying to make small talk , I didn't enjoy silence .
"Yes , it is . The owner of the home has elegant tastes and is always renovating the home to suite their new obsession. "
We entered through a dark door way that had curtains pulled back , a few feet further the room was huge and well lit with natural light pouring in . It's oval shape accentuating the vast space . My eyes widened as the large curved windows filled the room and showcased a view so magnificent it was as if I was in a dream .
"This is our art room where the family comes for portairts and the like. The back you see is the yard where most events are held , under the gazebo is where we will find the master. " the butler walked swiftly with Kurama and I following close behind.
He came upon two large French doors and continued to guide us through the beautiful garden toward the gazebo at the back .
I smiled up at the flowers that cascaded down from a vine , their large purple petals hanging low as if trying to reach for me. The white orchids that decorated the gaps in between the green and purple were a stunning contrast . The spring snowflakes in their gorgeous white shown bright as I walked past ,kissing my legs . I smiled as I came under a canopy of blue wisterias . I leaned forward to smell them and feel them between my fingers enjoying their temporary company .
"Amelia?" I snapped out of thought and turned to see Kurama and the butler staring at me . I was far behind them as they waited , the butler with a look of annoyance .
"I'm sorry " I moved quickly to catch up with them , embarrassed that I was easily distracted . " I'm sorry , they are just so beautiful I-"
"Please be aware of the little time our hosts have , they do not have time for others to take a tour around their garden." The butler cut me off , giving me one last irate glance before continuing . I blushed and felt more ashamed .
"Mia ."
I looked toward him my face red and slight watered eyes from my lack of professionalism.
He smiled at me before nodding to my back pack . I stared at him quizzically before he walked after the butler . Shuffling the floral arrangement in my grasp I opened the top flap of my bag and gasped .
A beautiful white ranunculus flower grew inside , settling after a while its petals plush. I looked up toward Kurama , as he walked away from me . I smiled and felt my chest tighten again as if a clock was ticking . I closed the flap jogging after him .
" here we are , the gazebo . Sir jariku and lady Kim the florist is here to see you." He stood to the side his head held high. The gazebo was just as beautiful as the home. And as I admired the architecture my eyes settled on my clients and I felt my face inflame.
The woman lady Kim, was naked lounging on a couch while the man Sir jariku drew her .
"Oh I'm so sorry , we didn't mean to come at an inconvenient time" I looked down and away from them both . I was too embarrassed to meet kurama in the eye. I felt him elbow me , looking up I noticed ed his cheeks were slightly red he glanced down at me and smirked . I stifled my grin and and bit my lip again wishing I could tell him how he was making me feel.
"It's quite alright we are about finished anyway." Jariku stated . Putting down his paint brushes he turned toward me and kurama .
"Welcome guests to the home of the Galants , my sister and I are glad you were able to come on such short notice. "
His sister! He's looking at his sister naked ! What kind of twisted movie did I step into .
I still hadn't looked up at him as . Though I could see from my peripheral vision he approached kurama first and his sister soon followed
"Hello my good man , my name is jariku and this is my lovely sister Kim ." Jariku shook hands with kurama who nodded with a small smile .
"Hello my name is shuichi minamino I work with Amelia at the floral shop.
" I see , you make such beautiful flowers mr. Minamino . I love the roses , they are as beautiful as me don't you think ." Kim moved to shake his hand , still standing in the nude. I noticed the way her body appeared . no marks or bruises her bust was perky and her butt was perfectly shaped . I began to feel like the ugly ducking
"they are quite beautiful flowers aren't they." Kurama responded he shook her hand , though he kept his eyes trained on her face
"And this boxum beauty must be Amelia Burnshine , the star florist at the shop. " jariku noted to me
I looked up for the first time and was immediately taken away by his beauty . His blonde hair hung around his shoulders lush and full of volume . His ice blue eyes shone down at me from his 6foot hight. His muscles were prominent and shone through his fitted shirt. He smiled at me his lips spreading and showing me the most perfect row of teeth I ever saw.
Wait did he just call me buxom
I blushed holding out my hand " nice to meet you " expecting a shake I received none and was confronted with a kiss on my hand instead.
"the pleasure is all mine " he eyed me fiercely . His strong jaw line showing as he held onto my hand .
This dude needs to calm the hell down
I slowly pulled my hand back from his , wanting to wipe away his slobbery kiss .
I turned toward his sister a little embarrassed to continue conversation with him . " hello ms. Kim" I held out my hand but she looked at it with disdain .
Maybe she doesn't want to shake my hand because of the slobber ?
" that's ms. Galant to you ." She stated firmly.
Nope she is just a bitch .
I rolled my eye internally and lowered my hand . What made matters worst was the amount of beauty that spewed off of her.
" well ms. Galant here are the flowers you ordered " shuichi stared holding out the vases of flowers in his hand toward them both .
"Oh you can call me Kim , shuichi , I don't mind." She flashed him a bright smile .
Fucken..bitch..
" oh thank you for the offer Ms. Galant but we need to treat our clients with the highest respect, . " The smile he gave her melted her heart apparently and she smiled though a look of disappoint crossed her face. I instantly felt something grow inside my chest ...was it pride ? He corrected her in defense for me.
"Oh okay" she twirled hair between her fingers as she gazed at him.
"Um , yes so here you go ." I handed the flowers toward Jariku who only motioned for them to be placed onto the nearest table.
"Well seeing as you already paid I guess we'll be off "
I turned toward the archway but halted at the sound of Jariku voice.
"Nonsense stay for dinner we were just about to eat weren't we sister?" Jariku stared happily at the both of us.
" oh um im not sure" I started
"Nonsense. Shuichi will you join us !" Kim grabbed his arm and pressed her bust against it " please"
"Well if Amelia stays I would be happy to join" he replied , keeping his gaze away from her body , he looked at me if trying to tell me something . But all I could see was this bitches chest all over him . I fumed internally wishing for nothing more for her to have a yeast infection .
"Amelia?" His voice sounded again snapping me out of my evil train of thought.
"Um im sorry yes we can stay for dinner I don't see why not." I nervously smiled at Kurama and blinked in confusion as his eyes no longer held their original calm demeanor . His eyes were hard and unmoving , the brightness that I normally see gone. It was as if he was trying to warn me. I opened my mouth to recant our invite , however Kim squealed with joy .
"Great shuichi come this way " Kim walked shuichi down toward the gardens path back toward the mansion while I walked next to Jariku
"I'm sorry my sister is so foreword with her feelings , she can be quiet the persistent type ."jariku stated with a flip of his hair .
It's fine " I watched her as she practically hung off kuramas arm as we walked toward the dinning room . The sway of her hips and the insistent giggles bothered the hell out of me more than it should have . Eventually she was given a robe of which she kept her bust more revealing toward kurama .
This is going to be a long night