Chapter 60: Embarrassing moment
A throbbing ache pulsed in Bella’s head as she stirred awake the next morning. She winced, instinctively pressing her fingers against her forehead. She had a feeling that her head would split up.
"Uh..." she groaned, squeezing her eyes shut. The memory of last night’s overindulgence flooded back, and she regretted drinking so much. "This is all his fault," she muttered under her breath, blaming Theodore for her predicament.
"Really?" A deep, husky voice startled her eyes open. She spun around, heart leaping into her throat, to see a tall, imposing figure standing by the French window. Sunlight streamed through, highlighting the breadth of his bare chest as he ran a towel through his damp hair.
A blush crept up Bella’s neck as she met Theodore’s gaze. A smirk played on his lips, sending a jolt through her. For a moment, she couldn’t tear her eyes away. His physique was undeniably impressive, every muscle defined and powerful. Her gaze traveled down his form, a flicker of something more daring igniting in her eyes.
Then, like a splash of cold water, memory slammed back. The image of Theodore with Willow flashed in her mind, contorting her face in a grimace.
"Why am I here?" she snapped, the hostility in her voice a stark contrast to her earlier fascination.
Bella struggled to piece together the events from the previous night. She remembered drinking with Bridget and Joe, supposed to be heading home with them. But how did she end up here, in Theodore’s bed? A scowl settled firmly on her face as she demanded answers.
The swift shift in Bella’s demeanor caught Theodore off guard for a moment. Then, comprehension dawned, and the mischievous glint returned to his eyes. With calculated steps, he sauntered towards the bed.
"Seems like you’ve forgotten something," he drawled with amusement. His gaze dipped pointedly to the white shirt adorning her, the one that wasn’t hers.
Bella, hyperaware of his scrutiny, followed his line of sight and gasped. "Uh!" Her breathing hitched in her throat, and her hands flew to her chest instantly. What had happened last night? Had anything happened between them?