Chapter 4
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Dad had tears in his eyes when I boarded the bus, and he said, "Be careful out there, Dianne."
It's just a four-hour ride to New York. Uncle was supposed to pick me up, but he mentioned a sudden job, so I decided to commute instead. I am now at the bus terminal with dad.
"New York is so close, Dad. I can come back home for long vacations, and please don't go out drinking all the time," I said to him. Dad doesn't drink, but he gets drunk easily, so he probably just sleeps it off.
"I can't help but worry. Just make sure to call me when you get there, Dianne. And listen to your Uncle, okay? That way, I'll know you're safe," Dad replied.
I wanted to tell him, as a joke, that Uncle might not be safe with me around, but I just kissed Dad instead of saying what's on my mind out loud.
The bus started moving after a while. It was already three in the afternoon, so I felt drowsy during the journey. I dozed off and woke up when the person beside me tapped my arm.
"We've reached the terminal," the lady informed me. It was already dark outside. As I stepped off the bus, I immediately spotted Uncle's familiar figure standing by the bench. Some women nearby were glancing at him. Wherever he goes, people can't help but stare at Uncle.
A big smile spread across his face when he saw me. He walked towards me quickly, and my heart raced as he got closer. I had anticipated a long wait for him but to my surprise, he was already there, alleviating my nervousness. This was my first time in New York, and I was feeling quite anxious.
However, as soon as I saw Uncle's warm smile, all my fears vanished and were instantly replaced by excitement. That smile of his had been etched in my mind ever since he surprised me in the bathroom. Last night, I even dreamed of Uncle kissing me passionately, his hands exploring my body. It's strange how my brain plays tricks on me sometimes.
"Here I am," I exclaimed as Uncle immediately grabbed my small suitcase and backpack. As we hopped into his car, I couldn't help but express my gratitude, "Thank you, Uncle."
“Welcome to New York, Dianne,” he said as we boarded his sleek car. I just smiled at him.
We arrived at a towering building, and Uncle parked the car in the basement before we took the elevator. He pressed the button for the 40th floor, the highest one.
My eyes widened in awe as we entered his stunning house. This must be Uncle's condo.
"Uncle, your house is absolutely beautiful," I complimented.
He chuckled and replied, "Well, it's not technically my home, but I spend so much time here that I want you to feel at home too. Plus, it's conveniently close to St. Agustin University, where you'll be studying."
"Wait, Uncle, isn't that a private university? That means the tuition fees must be really expensive," I exclaimed, feeling a bit worried and confirming my fears. "That's a school for the wealthy and too expensive for me. That's why I decided to take the exams at a public university and luckily got in."
"Don't worry, I promise I'll take care of it. Your education is important," Uncle assured me. Then he added something that caught me off guard. "But there's one thing I want to make clear. You're not allowed to have a relationship with any other guy. I'll be really upset if you do." His serious tone made me smile because it was as if he was being jealous. Well, that's just my assumption. I gave Uncle a sweet smile in response.
"Maybe he meant not to allow for other men, but what about him?" my flirtatious brain suggested mischievously.
"Don't worry, Uncle, I won't have a boyfriend while I'm studying. By the way, where will I be working?"
"In my office. You'll start by training there so that my secretary can take some time off, and you can fill in for her. It'll be like a trial run for you," Uncle explained. "The start of classes is still a month away, so you can spend some time at the office first."
"Hmm... I'll take a week off to take care of you and also so you can familiarize yourself in the city. I won't always be available to drop you off and pick you up at school," he continued. "Oh, before I forget...follow me."
Without hesitation, I followed him. Dad told me to listen to everything Uncle says. As I was walking behind him, I couldn't help but admire his strong back and catch a whiff of his cologne as he walked ahead of me.
I was taken aback when we walked through the door and realized it led to his room. Instantly, I recognized Uncle's scent filling the air. On the bed, there were several paper bags. "Those are for you, baby," he said with a smile.
"What?" I asked, confused.
"Your school supplies and clothes," he explained. Excitement rushed through me as I approached the bed. Not only did I find accessories, but also a brand new cellphone.
Overwhelmed with joy, I hugged Uncle tightly, causing us to fall onto his soft bed.
"Oh!" I exclaimed, feeling a bit panicked. I tried to get up, but Uncle's embrace tightened around me. His hand rested on my hip, making me feel a bit uncomfortable. I couldn't help but notice the hard bulge between us, which reminded me of similar situations in the past.
Suddenly, I felt a wave of heat wash over me.
"It's alright, baby," I apologized, looking up at him. That's when I realized Uncle had his eyes closed, as if he were lost in the softness of the moment. His gentle caresses on my back felt so good.
Uncle reassured me nonchalantly before opening his eyes. His eyes widened, resembling someone who had just woken up from a nap, as he took in the scene on the bed. I carefully extricated myself from his embrace, inadvertently brushing against his bulge, which elicited a moan from him. Concerned that I may have caused him discomfort, I felt a sudden surge of worry.
"Did I hurt you, Uncle?" I anxiously inquired.
"Of course not," Uncle responded as he settled beside me. He observed me fiddling with the new phone he had gifted me.
"It's only now that I'll have such a nice cell phone," I confessed. My current android phone is old and the screen is glitchy. "So thank you for the generous gift. How else can I repay you?"
"Consider it a gift," he said with a smile.
"You're so kind, Uncle. You're handsome and smart," I complimented him. I noticed the tension in Uncle's jaw as he took a deep breath.
"Stay here for a bit, baby. I'll just quickly shower," I said, bidding Uncle goodbye, who appeared surprised by the sudden chill in the room.
I didn't mind being alone. I felt comfortable enough to lie on his bed for a little while.
"Hmm, where am I going to sleep?" I wondered, playing around with my new phone. As I was engrossed in it, I heard some murmuring coming from the bathroom.
It sounded like Uncle was struggling with something. Intrigued, I set my phone aside.
"Uncle?" I called out, concerned about his whereabouts. There was no response, but I heard another grunt from Uncle.
"Oh, sh*t, baby... ahhh," I panicked as I realized Uncle was in pain. I continued to call out to him and hurriedly made my way to the bathroom. Pressing my ear against the door, I could hear the sound of running water and Uncle's moans.
"Uncle, are you okay in there?" I wanted to offer my help, thinking that maybe he was just having a tough time and that's why he was grunting.
"Ahhhh, I'm fine, baby. Just... sh*t! Ahhhh!" he growled again. This time it seemed like the pain was subsiding. After a while, everything fell silent, except for the gentle sound of water.
I let out a sigh of relief. A few moments later, Uncle emerged from the bathroom, surprising me as he only had a towel wrapped around him. My goodness, this Uncle of mine really makes me crave his strong and masculine physique.
Uncle's physique is like that of a male model, so attractive and fit. Who would have guessed he was already thirty-six?
At first, I felt a bit shy when I saw him with his clothes on, but now with just a towel on his waist, I can't help but appreciate every moment, letting go of my inhibitions as I gaze at his naked body.
"By the way, baby, would it be alright if you slept in my room with me tonight?" he asked, his eyes filled with warmth. "I have a spare room, but it's currently being used for storage. I'll have it cleaned up tomorrow." His considerate nature always uplifted my spirits.
I chuckled nervously, "Well, Uncle, I must warn you, I tend to be a bit restless when I sleep. I might accidentally kick you."
He waved off my concerns, assuring me, "Don't worry, baby. It won't be a problem."
Uncle then showed me the temporary closet I could use, explaining that there was nothing else to store in it. It turned out to be a spacious walk-in closet with a few empty spots, perfect for my belongings. As I finished packing, I noticed that Uncle had already left the room to get dressed. I quickly got dressed in his bathroom, feeling a mix of excitement and anticipation. Then I went out of the room to look for him.
Uncle was sitting on the long sofa, completely engrossed in his laptop, diligently working away.
Uncle glanced at me with a knowing smile and asked, "Feeling hungry, baby?" I nodded in response, and he motioned for me to sit beside him. As I observed him, I couldn't quite grasp what he was up to.
As the doorbell rang, Uncle sprang up from his seat. I couldn't help but sneak a peek at his toned backside as he walked towards the door. Realizing my inappropriate gaze, I quickly shifted my focus to the TV screen in front of us.
When Uncle returned, he was carrying a large paper bag filled with goodies. "Time to eat, baby," he declared, unveiling the feast he had brought. Excitedly, I jumped up at the sight of the food. We both headed to the warm kitchen, eager to dig in.
"We'll do a grocery run tomorrow. I don't cook much here, so there's not a lot to snack on."
I teased, "Well, at least we have water, Uncle."
"There's a little something in the fridge," he responded. I grabbed some water, surprised by the fridge's contents. It was stocked with water and canned beer, mostly beer.
"Why so much beer, Uncle?" I asked, returning to the table with a bottle of water for each of us. By the way, where is your family, Uncle?" I asked curiously.
He just smiled lightly. "Let's not discuss that."
"Oh, sorry," I said shyly. Even Dad didn't mention anything about Uncle's family. Dad only said that Uncle is very wealthy.
"That's in the past, you're here now. That's why I already have a family." Uncle said meaningfully, causing me to gaze at him. "Consider me your family, Dianne, so don't hesitate to ask me for anything you need, I'll provide it for you."
I returned his smile but my mind once again went wild.
"Maybe I could ask him to be my boyfriend."
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