Fate’s Ambition (THE PRICE OF LOVE #1) by Elsie Kay EPUB & PDF – eBook Details Online
- Status: Available for Free Download
- Authors: Elsie Kay
- Language: English
- Genre: contemporary romance
- Format: PDF / EPUB
- Size: 2.5 MB
- Price: Free
Callie
“ORDER UP, CAL!”
I deposited an armful of empty glasses and snatched up the waiting
orders.
Heavy bass pulsed through my body as I weaved through the crowded
dance floor, a tray of drinks balanced expertly on my palm. Neon lights
flashed and swirled, illuminating the sea of swaying bodies. Sweat and
perfume hung in the air, cloying and heady.
I ducked and dodged through the throngs of people with a dancer’s
grace. It was a skill honed over years of working at Eclipse, where the
dance floor was always packed and the music never stopped.
As I edged through the crowd, a group of rowdy bachelorettes caught
my attention. They were shrieking and laughing, waving their hands in the
air as if they didn’t have a care in the world. I couldn’t help smiling at their
infectious energy.
But I couldn’t stay and watch for long. The tray was heavy, and I didn’t
want to spill anything. With a nod to the bachelorettes, I continued on my
way, the bass still pounding in my ears.
In the VIP section, I handed off the drinks to the group of well-dressed
businessmen lounging on the plush couches, their laughter rising above the
music. I plastered on my most charming smile.
“Gentlemen, your drinks,” I set down the glasses with practiced grace.
They nodded appreciatively, their eyes lingering on my fitted black dress. I
brushed off their advances with a coy smirk, anticipating a generous tip.
A ringing phone at the businessmen’s table pierced through the music.
“Hugh, can you grab that?”
The smell of garlic and rosemary wafted through the apartment
as I stirred the bubbling pasta sauce. My phone continued to ring
from the living room, vibrating against the wooden table.
“Hugh?”
No response. His eyes remained glued to the TV, thumbs mashing
the controller.
I sighed, wiping my hands on a dish towel. This was the third
time I’d asked.
The phone went to voicemail. A familiar ache settled in my chest.
I turned the heat down under the sauce and leaned against the
counter, crossing my arms.
Hugh glanced up. “What’s that?”
I bit my tongue, irritation simmering. We’d been over this. I
wanted a partner, not a roommate. Someone who’d grab the phone
when I asked, pull me into his arms for a kiss just because, gaze into
my eyes like I was the only thing that mattered.
But Hugh seemed content with our stagnant relationship. And as
much as it pained me to admit it, I was tired of trying to change him.
“Never mind,” I said, forcing a smile. “It’s probably just my
mom.”
He grunted in response and went back to his game.
As I stirred the noodles and poured glasses of wine, thoughts of
my future invaded my mind. It wasn’t just Hugh and our relationship
—or lack thereof. It was about what I really wanted out of life—a
fulfilling career, meaningful relationships, a sense of purpose—all
documented in painstaking detail in my battered planner.
The oven timer went off, breaking through my thoughts.
“Dinner’s ready!”
“Smells good.” Hugh said, pausing his game to come to the
table.
We ate mostly in silence, only making small talk about work or
current events. Afterwards, we cleared the table and settled on the
For More Read Download This Book
EPUB