Page 93 of Knox Academy Omnibus
Baxter
Since I’m your new boyfriend, do I get some benefits?
Amelie
Yes, pissing off your bestie. That is your fav pastime, no?
Baxter
See you at dinner. Wear something sexy ;)
I delete our conversation and stash my phone in the bottom of my bag. This should be fun.
I find a nice dress, one I wouldn’t choose to wear. It’s sexy enough to work, but it’s also one I know Laura will approve of. My last parting gift to her. Adding another wedge between her and Monty. Let the games begin.
I opt for heels instead of chucks or boots. Very uncomfortable heels that scream blisters and pair it with a pale pink-champagne coloured dress that shows off way too much cleavage and hugs all my curves in just the right way. I'll give Laura that, she knows how to be seductive through outfit choices.
I look in the mirror to admire the dress with thin shoulder straps. Sequins cover my breasts and it ties around the waist with satin ribbons like you would expect to find on ballet slippers. The floaty satin skirt falls to a decent length below my knee, but a thigh high split shows when I walk or sit down. I’ll hand it to Laura, this dress makes me feel good.
I straighten my hair and slightly curl the ends into waves. A light touch of make up and the look is complete.
I have to steady myself to walk down the stairs, heels are still my nemesis. As I hit the last step, I feel like a newborn foal finding its feet. I made sure to take extra time getting ready, I wanted to avoid everyone and the loud rumble of a motor bike engine has me hurrying to the front door.
“Expecting someone?” Kalen says from behind me, causing me to jump.
“Yes…” I’m cut short when I turn to face him. He has had a haircut. His long locks are gone, replaced with something sounlike him. It’s shaved. Completely gone. And then there’s the bruises...what is going on?
The doorbell pulls me from our stare off. I turn and open the door to greet Baxter. He is dressed nicely in a pair of slacks and button up shirt. Damn he cleans up well. He leans in and places a soft kiss on my lips.
I open my eyes in shock. “Playing a part, remember?” he whispers. I nod, still in shock. Baxter takes my hand and we face off against Kalen.
“Nice haircut,” Baxter smirks with a laugh and Kalen goes stiff. His fists ball at his side.
“You’re here,” Laura says excitedly as she enters the room. “Come, we are ready to start. Amelie, you look beautiful!” she suddenly adds when she notices me.
Kalen storms off into the dining room.
“Thank you for inviting me,” Baxter says to Laura, moving in to give her a small hug and kisses her cheek. Any woman alive would be affected by him. He has an allure that sucks you in. Unbeknownst to her, he is like a female praying mantis and eats his conquests. Laura laps his attention up, greedy eyes drinking in every inch of him. No matter how nicely he’s dressed, or sickeningly polite he’s being, he still reeks of sin. And Laura still loves a bad boy, no matter how content she pretends to be with Monty. She closes her eyes as Baxter pulls away, composing herself for a moment. It’s pathetic. Baxter catches my eye and smirks. He knows the effect he’s having on her, she’s free entertainment to him. I wonder if he’s appalled? I could see him seducing her just to fuck this family off a little more.
“Guys, dinner’s getting cold,” Monty’s voice calls from the dining room. Laura’s eyes snap open and she jumps guiltily, hearing her fiancés voice. She turns and hurries away, leaving Baxter and I alone for a moment. I debate what to say.
“I really fucking hate her you know,” I say quietly.
“I guessed. I read your file. I know.”
“I really want revenge on her, but it’s more important that I leave.”
“Leave it to me,” he promises, holding out his hand to me. I take it and together we make our grand entrance.
The effect is instantaneous and explosive.
“Oh hell no!”
“What the fuck?”
“Get the fuck out!”
“Amelie,” Monty says with forced calmness. “What is he doing here?”
