A Diamond In The Rough --Julian and Eve--Chapter 3
by EvianForever
 

Chapter Three

Dr. Walter's bemused gaze went from Eve to Julian. "Is something the matter, Dr. Johnson? Mr. Crane?" He noticed the usually stoic billionare seemed flustered, while his newest staff member was crimson faced.

"Um, we haven't seen one another in quite some time, James--we used to know one another back in Boston. Tennis, you know," Julian hastily explained. "I had just challenged Dr. Johnson to a rematch--it seems she's a tad reluctant, since I usually won our previous games," he added, imploring her with his eyes to play along.

"Yes.....that's it, we were talking about a rematch," she agreed weakly, not wanting to alert her new boss to anything between her and Julian."I'm afraid my tennis skills are a bit rusty, I don't want to lose to him again."

Julian knew she did not mean the game. " Oh Eve," he thought sadly,"I'm so sorry I hurt you." He looked at the beautiful woman that stood before him--even these twenty-five years later, she looked as breathtaking as the first time he had seen her at the Blue Note in Boston. He had been captivated by her beauty and talent, and pursued her with a vengance.

He shuddered inwardly when he remembered how he had used alcohol and and drugs to "encourage" her into his bed. After the first time, however, he didn't have to--Eve was vibrant and willing, and he had never known such satisfaction and feeling for a woman. He knew Eve was falling in love with him, and he spoiled her with gifts,
trips, and even money to keep her at his side where he wanted her. Julian knew she wanted a more honorable committment, but he was fully aware that his father would not hesitate to cut him off without a penny if he even hinted of this to him.

He had wanted to keep Eve as his lover during his "arranged" marriage to Ivy, and said as much to Eve--that's when his world turned upside down. He never expected Eve would have the strength to leave him and strike out on her own. And....he never realized how much he truly loved her, until she was gone.
 

"Dr. Johnson, you can finish up these papers when you come in tomorrow," he heard Dr. Walter say. "Mr. Crane, did you need to see me?"

"Ah-ah, yes, I just wanted to let you know that I'd be glad to donate the funds for the new pediatric wing. Can't have the children be lacking in anything," Julian nervously smiled, seeing Eve's eyes widen. He hadn't planned to, but decided to on impulse, hoping she would see some good in him. "Now, if you'll excuse me, I must be going." He needed to collect himself, the shock of seeing her was almost overwhelming.

"Thank you ever so much, Mr. Crane! Dr. Johnson--Eve--would you do me and the hospital a favor and escort Mr. Crane out to his car, since you'll be leaving as well?" Dr. Walter asked, too happy to notice Eve's pale complexion.

Walk him to his car? Eve was about to refuse--politely as possible--when Julian took her arm gently, and looked down into her face. "I couldn't ask for a more wonderful companion." She nodded to Dr. Walter numbly, and clutched her purse to her chest.

"See you tomorrow," she managed, and then found herself walking beside Julian to his limousine. Eve tried to withdraw her arm, but Julian held it fast. Looking up into his eyes, Eve was confused by Julian's expression. What did he want from her...?
 
 
 

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