One Day

The ride home passed quickly, Zack chatted away happily about his favourite movies. It was different seeing him outside of work in a mood like this, it made me smile. I couldn’t help but laugh at his stupid jokes. I felt sorry for Gena but I couldn’t help but wonder what went wrong in their relationship, they acted like two complete strangers.

I parked the car in the drive and jumped out, pizza in hand. “Now just a warning, I have a dog and he’s quite energetic so I hope you like animals cause your about to get eaten alive.”

Zack followed behind me, chuckling. “I’m sure I can cope. Besides I have two dogs at home anyway.”

I unlocked the door, deciding not to press the subject. I didn’t want to ruin his good mood so I made a mental note to ask him their names at a later date. I walked into the hall, switching the lights on, just in time to see George bounding towards us.

“Hello big fella! your just the cutest thing!” Zack exclaimed, squatting down so he could pet George. George barked happily, his tongue sticking out to the side as his tail wagged. I smiled at the two as I locked the door and put my keys away.

I touched Zack’s shoulder causing him to glance up for a moment. He was grinning back at me, “Make yourself at home, I’m just gonna grab a few plates and stuff.”

He nodded and continued to play with George. I put the pizza down onto the kitchen, hearing Zack playing with George and his toys.

I felt a twinge of jealousy as I stood there, wondering how the hell I was never so lucky with guys. Zack seemed like a genuine man, he was handsome, he was funny and most importantly he was caring. He was like a breath of fresh air to me. I knew it was slightly wrong to bring home but I couldn't help but want to help him even if some of my reasons were wrong.

“Need any help?”

I turned around to see him standing in the doorframe, wearing the same cheeky grin from earlier. His strong, tattooed arms were crossed and I couldn't help but notice how attractive he looked.

Stop staring at him! He’s going to catch you sooner or later.

He smirked at me and uncrossed his arms, moving towards me. “See anything you like Kirsten?”

Embarrassed I turned away and busied myself, attempting to find the pizza cutter. He pushed up against me and I could feel the warmth radiate from his body causing me to gulp. My heart was beating against my ribcage.

“What’s wrong? cat got your tongue?” he whispered, his lips brushing against my ear causing me to jump slightly. He chuckled darkly and move his lips to my neck, ghosting them along my collarbone. I let out a small sigh and move my head to the side instinctively, beginning to lose my resolve.

He put his large hands on my hips and I jumped back, out of his touch. I turned round to face him and I could see that his green eyes were clouded over with lust. “We can’t do this, it’s wrong Zack and you know it. Plus our food is gonna get cold.”

I ducked out of his way and sat down at the table. He sighed loudly and took a seat opposite me. He was frowning and I tried to get his eye contact but he refused to look at me. We ate our dinner in a comfortable silence, nether of us feeling the need to comment on our recent actions.

“Wanna watch some movies?” He suggested as we cleaned up. I nodded and told him to go sit in the lounge. I realised that I was playing with fire having him here and I was starting to wonder if I had asked him over deliberately.

I sat down in the corner of the sofa, making sure that I wasn’t too close to him. He seemed to notice this as he chuckled, shaking his head.

“You do know that I don’t bite? I think I can control myself.”

I stuck my tongue out at him as I pressed play. I don’t think either of us were paying much attention to the horror on the screen because I noticed him sneaking occasional glances my way and I could also see that he was gradually inching his way towards me.

Quickly, I threw a cushion at his face causing him to grin at me. “Oooh your in for it know woman!”

He threw himself at me, pinning me down on the sofa so he could tickle me. I screamed loudly, laughing as he made growling noises. We were cackling like idiots causing George to look over at us, disgusted.

He stopped at stared down at me, his eyes searching mine. It was then I realised when he had pinned my hands above my head. I started to feel uncomfortable, I didn’t like not being in control.

Please don’t go there Zack, you’ll regret it.

He hesitated for a few moments, his lips inches away from mine. I silently begged for him not to kiss me but it didn’t matter. My heart fluttered in my chest as he placed his warm lips on mine. I was frozen in shock. Instinctively he let go of my hands and I wrapped my arms around his neck, deepening the kiss.