Chapter 21 : Seduction Larry's pov I'll go with Marvin Maya's cold voice replayed in my ears . I was beginning to wonder if I hadn't heard wrong at the garden the other night . Wasn't love supposed to be patient ? Haha , selfish me . It was such a miracle that 1 could drive home without problems . " Larry , are you okay ? " Brandy questioned , her voice meek . She hadn't stopped blabbering on and on in the car . At that moment , I felt irritated Tm fine " I replied curtly . Brandy gasped in dismay . " I'm sorry . I'm just trying to be helpful . If Maya cares , she wouldn't have left you to go with that man " She made it sound like Maya was cheating . " He's her brother and she's my wife " I retorted defensively Suddenly , her face became pale . Tears welled up in her eyes and she sobbed . " You saying that makes me miss Darey so much " She cried out , stepping back . Guilt washed over me , and my gaze softened Still , I couldn't help but feel her pitiful actions were planned . I cleared my throat . T'm sorry . I'm just not in the mood for a conversation I couldn't bare to see her cry neither was I ready to console her . I turned my back against her , heading towards my doorstep I could hear her footsteps behind me. The moment I stepped foot into the house , a sense of unfamiliarity crept into my heart . The house was so cold without Maya's presence . It made me wonder what I really felt for her . How much did she mean to me ? " Larry " Brandy called , breaking my train of thought . I didn't look back . " What do you want ? " " I need a change of clothes " She replied with a soft voice . " Do you mind if I get one from Maya's wardrobe ? " " You're not the one who had wine spilled on her dress " I blurted out , regretting it after . " But but . She stuttered , sobbing I turned hesitantly to meet her gaze . Her arms were wrapped around her as she shivered . Was she really cold ? " This isn't good for our baby " ur baby " She muttered , her eyes bloodshot and full of anticipation . " Our ?" My gaze darkened , my mind recalling the one uncertain truth I've desperately tried to avoid . 15 BONUS Brandy took a step forward . Tm carrying your child , Larry . I know I messed up knowing you were married , but this is our reality now . " I gasped for breath , struggling to believe . " Im not accepting that truth until another test is carried out I countered firmly . A tear fell of her eye . " After my husband's death , you're the only one I've been with . The pain won't let me cheat . Or are your calling me a cheat ? " I shook my head vehemently . " No no . We just need to be sure . You might not even be pregnant . " " Let's talk about this later . I need to be alone " I added , heading towards the bar counter . I badly needed to cool off . I grabbed a bottle of strong whiskey , and poured myself a glass . My gaze subconsciously fell on the alcohol content , but I ignored it , emptying the glass in one gulp . I poured another glass , repeating the same pattern . Then again and again Thankfully , Marvin was her brother . Not some man she's cheating with . My phone buzzed . I dug it out of my breast pocket . It was a message from ... I couldn't quite get . My vision was blur I was so tipsy . " Oh , my " I groaned in frustration , holding back the urge to cry . The alcohol was supposed to make me forget for a moment , but it made the wound fresh . Maya a staircase . " Ahhhhh " A sharp scream piercing my ears , and my head snapped to the " What the hell .. ? I cursed , almost falling as I stood up abruptly . I was dead drunk already . Brandy was the only one in the house . She wasn't supposed to get hurt . Not under my watch . I struggled to find her room . The door was left ajar . Bra . Brandy " I called with a stutter . No response I strode in groggily , my eyes darting around the room . She wasn't on the bed . Where was she ? My gaze settled on the door leading to the bathroom . It was opened A dangerous thought instantly crept into my head . I dashed into the bathroom , fear gripping my heart . I gasped for breath , my gaze landing on the woman standing before a mirror . She turned , and our eyes met She was in a bathrobe , looking perfectly fine except for the blush on her cheeks . " Are you okay ? " I asked , genuinely concerned . " I heard you scream . " Tears streamed down her face as she came to me . I gladly accepted her with open arms , overlooking her appearance . " What's wrong ? " I whispered . +35 BONUS Brandy sniffed " Don't stay angry with me . " " Huh . " I pouted in surprise . " You have never yelled at me before " She continued . " I know Maya's actions hurt you but .... She choked on her tears . ed on her ter " I'm sorry " I apologized , tightening the hug . She had truly gone through a lot to get dragged into my problems . Gradually , her sobs stopped . An awkward silence took over . My thoughts became fuzzy as weird ideas crept in . I tried disengaging from the hug , but she didn't want to let go . " Brandy , you should go to bed " I suggested " No , I want to stay this way " She strongly refused I couldn't see myself arguing with her , so I remained on the spot . Suddenly , I felt atharp pain in my neck . Then a hot kiss . " Brandy " I burped . " I want you , Larry " She whispered . Those words sent fire into my veins . My body began to react on its own Brandy's lips trailed my necklines , moving up to my jaws . Soon enough , our lips locked . Instead of pushing her away , I deepened the kiss . The alcohol wasn't letting me think straight . My body did the talking . My hands roamed all over her body as I deepened the kiss . My fingers undid the ribbon holding her bathrobe together . Stop ! My mind screamed at me , but my body wanted the opposite . Suddenly , I heard the clicking sound of heels . I thought it was all in my head but .... " What's going on here ? " A familiar voice gasped , and I froze , I looked up , hoping my thoughts weren't true . Unfortunately , it was " Maya " My voice trembled as I called her name