Page 14 of Mr. Arrogant

When on a tropical vacation, why would one need to wear regular clothes? She had purchased enough to wear one for each day. Jaxon loved them.

Loved removing them, that was.

“Someone is trying to catch the eye of a man with that suit.” Alana giggled.

“Whatever.” Sofie rolled her eyes and joined her friend.

She hated to keep secrets from her, but she didn’t think she could handle Alana’s snarky remarks. If only her friend knew that she had finally given in and slept with Jaxon. Alana would never let her live it down. They walked down to the edge of the water. The warm, clear-blue ocean was welcoming. She was amazed at how clear it was. She could see the sand underneath it easily.

They began their trek, talking about some of their adventures they’d had on the trip. Sofie would love to come back, but she wouldn’t be able to afford to unless she saved for a full year.

“Snorkeling was fun. We could do that again if you like,” Alana suggested.

It had been an amazing experience. Neither of the girls had done anything like it before. The crystal-blue waters had held a whole other world that Sofie had been in awe of. The bright, beautiful colors had looked as if God had come down here and painted it himself. The many different fish, the living coral was an experience she would never forget.

“We could. But don’t you want to do something with London without the baby? I could keep him for you so the two of you could enjoy the nightlife.”

Alana released a snort. Sofie was feeling guilty again, thinking she could have been a better godmother to Chance. Alana rarely got a break. She was so stubborn and hated to ask for help.

“Well, to be honest, the resort offers a nanny service, and London was very persuasive in talking me into using it.”

“That’s awesome. Good for London. You deserve some time away from the baby and to spend it with your husband.” Sofie relaxed slightly. The waves crashed into her ankles. It was warm and inviting. She moved over to walk into it.

“When we were out, I stopped by your bungalow to see if you wanted to come with us.” Alana glanced at her with a raised eyebrow. She wore cute blue prescription sunglasses that matched her navy-blue tankini.

Sofie swallowed hard, trying to keep her expression neutral.

“You did?” It must have been a night she was at Jaxon’s. This would be the opening she needed to come clean to her friend.

Alana pushed her glasses up on to her head and squinted at her.

“So where were you? Is Stella trying to get her groove on with a young island man?” Alana questioned. She drew closer to Sofie and playfully nudged her with her elbow.

Sofie rolled her eyes at the movie reference.

“You never know, these men down here love some brown sugar,” Sofie teased. She stumbled away slightly then ran ahead a few feet. If she misled her friend, then maybe Alana would leave her alone. She turned and walked backward, facing Alana.

“London said Jaxon has been whoring around down here.” Alana snickered.

“Are we surprised?” Sofie needed to receive an Oscar for her performance. She hated lying to her friend, but it was for the best.

Alana caught up to her, kicking water in her direction. Sofie dodged out the way and returned the move. Alana squealed, jumping out of the way. Their frolicking led to more laughter and both of them being soaked. It didn’t matter. With the current temperature, they would be dry again in no time.

“Why don’t you invite your friend to come to dinner with us?” Alana asked.

The girls returned to their stroll. Sofie stiffened for a moment, her mind racing.

There was no way she could show up with Jaxon.

Nope.

“I don’t think that would be a good idea. We’re just having fun. I wouldn’t want him to read anything in to it.” It was amazing how the lie rolled off her tongue. Sofie breathed a sigh. She was going to have to atone for all of these lies. She absolutely hated doing it, but she had no choice.

“Oh, so it’s like that? I didn’t know you rolled like that,” Alana teased.

“Hey, we’re on vacation in one of the most beautiful places in the world. What happens on vacation, stays on vacation.” She shrugged, trying to keep it light. A string of one-night stands was not her usual. She’d probably had one or two in her entire life. Sofie was a woman who knew what she wanted, and most of the men she’d dated recently didn’t fit the bill. Her standards were high, and they just had a hard time reaching it.

She’d had boyfriends, but most of the relationships only reached a year. If she were to be honest with herself, what she had with Jaxon was exciting. She didn’t know if it was the ‘forbidden’ aspect of things or how they were sneaking around, but she was thoroughly enjoying herself.

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