Chapter 12

Hestia's POV

Who would have thought the great Athena Ealwood could be so interesting.

It's been over a week since we went to the carnival. I had the most amazing time with her and her daughter plus her nanny. Rosey is such a cute little girl. Her sense of humor is that of a grown up lady. She had me in tears from laughing the whole day.

I felt a real connection between her and I. It's only been the first time meeting her but that kid can melt anyone's heart

No wonder her daddy is so proud of her. I'm sure I would.

Going to the carnival reminded me of the little girl that kept calling me Esty. She also kept telling me we were going to the carnival. I get frustrated when that's all that can play in my mind.

I would love to just up and remember everything but Dr Lisa told me it would take time. I should take is slow and soon everything will be fine.

Will it really?Will I discover something important to me? I might get to see the face of the little girl.... that's a plus.

Or will I find out something that could put me in danger?

I guess the only way to find out is to just let the process take it's time.

Athena is all business mood except when we're alone in her office for some private meeting or for a meal.

She's been making me her famous coffee the whole week and I have to admit it really is the best coffee I've drank.

Everything really is coming up my way. My ex is in prison,I got a well paying job,my boss is finally warming up to me. Can things get any better than this?

"Esty...are you listening?"

"Huh?"I questioned.

"I've been talking all this time and you were zoned out."Athena sighed

"Sorry you were saying?"I smiled sheepishly

She chuckled and said,"We'll be leaving for a business meeting on Monday. It's outside the country so get your things ready. It's a seven hours flight.We'll be back on Thursday evening."

"Okay Miss"I replied.

"Ugh Esty how many times do I have to ask you not to call me Miss when we're alone or with family,"she groaned.

"Sorry Mi...I mean Athy."I apologized.

"Much better,now since it's Friday and I know you'd love to go out with your friends why don't you go home early I'll finish up with the documents just lay them on my desk."Athy said smiling.

"Oh I wouldn't want to impose at all Athy,I can stay and help you besides my friends are coming over to my place so it's no big deal. You're paying me to assist you not the other way around."I said.

"It's nothing really,go have fun with your friends"she shrugged.

I thought about it for a minute. I haven't been able to hang out with the guys so much,this is a good chance. I also don't want to leave Athy all alone working,truth be said she offers some good company,but I can't argue with her on this or anything for that matter.

She always wins.

Sighing I said"Well alright but if anything happens don't hesitate to call me. I'll be right over."

"Uuuuh someone that eager to spend time with me?"she teased wiggling her eyebrows.

"You wish" I laughed.

"Trust me I do"I heard her mutter under her breath.

"What was that?" I questioned

She looked me in the eyes and said,"Trust me I do"

Her hazel eyes pierced into mine with the intensity they held. I felt my heartbeat quicken. I mean I thought I heard her say that but I didn't expect to actually say it out loud.

Does she really wish to spend time with me? No..of course not I'm just getting way over my head. But she did say she did so yeah I guess so.

"Uh....uh...am gonna go home now,"I stuttered.

Way to fucking go Es,way to go. Of all the times I could stutter I choose this.I scolded mentally.

She just chuckled,"Be safe Esty see you on Monday"

I got up and walked out of her office trying to calm my racing heart. Picking up my purse and phone from my office I walked out and grabbed a taxi.

All the way to my place my heart didn't stop racing. I must be overthinking. I should call the guys they'd know what to tell me.

Getting home I paid the taxi driver and fished out my phone dialing Jade.

"Hey babe we're on our way"she said as soon as she picked up.

"You better have pizza when I get there"that was Blair.

"Yeah sure thing Blair"I hanged up. To

I changed into my grey sweatpants and some tee-shirt. Dialing the pizza hut I ordered some pepperoni, mushroom and black olives pizza. Our group favorite kind of pizza although Jade prefers the pepperoni alone.

"We're here and we hungry,"Blair shouted as she got in.

"You don't have to be so loud kiddo,"I glared at her.

"Who are you calling a kiddo?"she huffed.

"You"

"Alright people I came here hungry not for a chicken fight"Charles said looking at both of us.

"The pizza will be right over, there's some root beer in the fridge go get them Charles."

"On it ma'am,"he two finger saluted

I chuckled at his antics.

"I'm going to get out of these clothes,give me a sec,"Jade said as she made her way upstairs.

"While am going to get a good movie to watch and set the place up,"Blair said skipping to the living room.

So childlike I shook my head laughing. I heard the doorbell ring. Must be the pizza guy. Taking money from the counter I opened the door and took our four boxes of pizza and paid the guy.

What? We're hungry...of course we won't finish it all except Charles he'll finish his box. I'll microwave my leftover tomorrow morning.

Jade came downstairs in some shirts and a tank top. Blair had already set the pillows on the floor while Charles had brought the root beers.

"Let's get the party started"Blair cheered.

"Woohoo"cheered Jade and Charles

"What a bunch of children"I scoffed sitting down.

They just ignored me and kept cheering.

"What are we watching?"I asked.

"A scary movie" Jade said.

"No way Jay, absolutely not happening," I argued.

Call me scaredy cat but scary movies are not my thing. I get horrible nightmares. One time I watched Pennywise with her I couldn't sleep in my apartment a whole month.

"Get over yourself Es it's just fake."she chuckled.

"Tell that to my nightmares" I scowled

"Okay fine how about we watch Dynasty?It's a great series and no scary things Es."Blair suggested scrolling through Netflix.

"Alright but there better be no surprise monsters"I said

They just laughed at me while I was serious. I don't need to pee my pants because a surprise ogre popped in a scene.

The movie started and we all turned our attention to it. I won't lie it's pretty interesting.

I wonder what Athy is doing right now,it's already 8 pm. She's probably still in the office.

Knowing her she's probably going through the documents a sixth time for confirmation.

I can't wait for Monday,I know it's only a business trip but I can't help get excited to be spending some time with her.

"Whatcha thinking about Es?" I heard Charles ask.

"Huh?"

"We've been calling you for some time now,you zoned out" Jay said

"Oh,sorry guys am just thinking about Athy."

"Athy?"they all shouted at the same time

Covering my ears I said,"Not too loud guys"

"Sorry,"they mumbled

"Who's Athy?"Charles asked

"My boss?"

"Are you questioning us or telling us Es?" Jay chuckled

"Oh.... she's my boss Athena Ealwood"

"You just called your boss Athy? And you were thinking about her?" Jay wiggled her eyebrows with a knowing smirk plasted on her stupid face.

"It's nothing like that Jay" I scoffed

"Are we missing something here? Because if so I'll hate yoy both." Blair glared

"You're missing a lot"Jay said grinning like an idiot.

"You're missing nothing,Jay is just getting ahead of herself claiming Ath....I mean my boss and I will get together by the end of the year,which won't happen because I'm straight." I explained emphasizing on straight.

"Straight shmait, that's just a phase hun soon you'll be on your knees eating her out" Jay sniggered

I rolled my eyes at her. "You'll never know unless you give it a chance Es," Charles said.

"Woah woah,just because she is flirting with me doesn't mean I'm liking it if anything I want it to stop,"I said putting my hands up

They all glanced at each other before looking at me all their faces plastered with a knowing smirk

"Your blush says otherwise,"Blair said and they all busted laughing.

"You guys are impossible I'm going to sleep,we have a business trip on Monday,"I said getting up embarrassed.

"Come on babe don't leave, we're still watching"Blair whined.

"You said business trip I heard vacation trip,"Jay said wiggling her eyebrows.

Throwing a pillow at her I got up and put my leftover in the fridge.

"I'm going to bed,"I shouted going upstairs.

"Night boo"I heard them reply.

I chuckled to myself,I mean yeah I liked it when she flirted but I never flirt back. I don't want to lead her on if I'm not all in.

It doesn't hurt to try though does it?

Hold the fucking pickles...No...No Es... stop this madness.

I got to my room and took off my sweatpants and slept in my tee. The guys always slept in the guest rooms.

Now dear eyes let thy slumber take over.

"Goodnight Athy" I giggled closing my eyes.