You'll Say Yes by Tri Amutia, Jovy Lim Read Free Book Online Page A

him to dinner. By the way his eyes lingered on my lips I thought he was going to try and kiss them again. But instead he kissed my cheek. I was glad he chose the cheek because I wasn't ready to kiss him, not yet anyway.
     
    After several phone calls to Stella and my parents, I slept peacefully.
     
    Stella asked me the details on the dinner I’d had with Josh and his parents, but I just gave her the major details, minus my conversation with William and Farah. My father seemed happy I’m going home. I haven't seen him since Christmas, and it seemed like a lifetime ago.
     
    I woke up in the morning with an easy feeling. It was Friday and I'll spend my weekend with my old friends in my hometown. What could be more fun than that?
     
    I prepared for the day, as usual, put my files and other important documents into my bag. I was about to toss my BlackBerry in as well when I saw a text message on the screen.
     
    Morning, beautiful. Have a nice Friday. Can't wait for our dinner tonight. I'm sorry if I couldn't text you or call you often today. I have an emergency patient, and he's under my supervision. I'll call you at 5. Be safe. -J-
     
    I smiled. I fingered my phone and sent my reply.
     
    Morning, handsome. Have a nice Friday too. Be a good doctor today. Take care. -A-
     
    I looked at the digital clock, put my phone into my bag and walked to my office.
     
    The weather was not so hot today, so I enjoyed my walk to my office. I went straight to the Pantry and made myself a tea this time instead of coffee. My stomach already had its tolerance of coffee. I walked to my desk and began to open my files when Camila's nasal voice interrupted.
     
    "Well, look who's here."
     
    I frowned and turned to her. "A simple good morning will suffice."
     
    Camila smirked. "Guess what, Abby. I met someone yesterday, and he told me interesting news about you."
     
    I furrowed my eyebrows. "What news?"
     
    Camila pretended to play with her fake nails. "I just heard that you happened to be engaged to a man named Joshua Walsh."
     
    I froze.
     
    Where did she hear that? Nobody knew about this. Only Joshua, my parents, and Joshua's parents and...oh, hell, no!
     
    I narrowed my eyes. "This someone...does he have blond hair and blue eyes? Always spends his time trying to get into my pants?"
     
    Camila raised her head and looked at me. "How do you know?"
     
    I snorted. Bingo! "He made Joshua upset. It serves him right." I looked at her. "So, you guys still keep in touch, then? I thought you both were over."
     
    "Is it true about the engagement?" She asked again, ignoring my question.
     
    "What is it to you?" I asked, sharply. "You still have tons of males to attack, but you just can’t leave a good man for me? Such a friend."
     
    Camila's face turned red and disappeared into her cubicle. I rolled my eyes. For all of my working days she had to ruin it on this perfect Friday.
     
    Great!
     
    I buried myself in my work, trying to have a proper lunch, and ignoring Camila all day. I had enough with her this week. Joshua texted me at five pm giving me his address along with his room number. Surprising enough it was only half an hour from my apartment. He also asked me what kind of food I would like to eat. I answered him anything would be fine because the one thing crossed my mind was not the food, but our talk.
     
    I went home, showered and changed my clothes to simple jeans, T-shirt, and a cardigan. The weather was warm so I won't need a jacket. I brushed my hair, applied light makeup before grabbing my purse, and locking my door. I got into my black Sedan and turned the engine on to heat it up. I waited five minutes and pulled out of the parking lot. I put the radio on and switched the channel to a classic station. I started to hum along.
     
    Finally, I arrived at Joshua's apartment. My eyes widened. He lived in one of the most luxurious places in Seattle. That didn't surprise me, though. I took a deep breath and looked at my clothes. I