Dangerously Obsessed (episode 2)
Love is not a respecter of time duration, circumstances and due preparation; as it can happen at anytime and anywhere. Thelma wasn’t expecting Jason’s sudden heartfelt confession, as their friendship wasn’t even up to a day old. She was dumbfounded and didn’t know which reply to give to Jason.
โI honestly donโt know what to say โThelma said, โLike we just met few hours ago and you barely know me โshe added. Jason realised he acted too sudden and it made him look desperate. โIโm so sorry for coming out at you like that, itโs just that I realized I have feelings for you so I had to act fast, so as not to lose youโ he said.
Deep down in Thelmaโs heart, she was smitten by how zealous Jason was. She admired how he took the bull by the horn and went for what he felt he wanted. โOh! What a manโ she thought to herself. โIโm glad you calledโ she managed to say.
Jason still felt he needed to make it up to her, โCan I take you out tomorrow, so I can apologize properly for my misconductโ he enquired, โIโll have to check my schedule and get back to you in the eveningโ she replied. They talked a little longer before finally saying โGoodbyesโ to each other.
All through that night, Jason couldnโt sleep well and kept tossing back and forth on his king sized bed. He thought of Thelma all through and fell deeper for her at every thought. He was going crazy and didnโt even know why, โWhat has she done to me?โ he wondered as he laid on his bed.
It wasnโt one sided, as Thelma was also buried in thoughts too. She couldnโt get her mind off him and blushed at every thought of him. Everything about Jason drove her crazy; she admired his zeal, authority and guts for going for what he want. The thought of both of them together as a couple seemed beautiful, but all she could do was pray and hope for things to go well.
Thelma wasnโt aware that her doom was staring at her right in the face. She didnโt know that what she felt was beautiful, was about to be a bitter bite; she had no clue that her life was about to become a nightmare. She had no clue at all.
Itโs sad that faces can be deceptive, as it doesnโt show all the hidden traits and character of someone. Jason was a gentleman to the core but was he truly gentle as a person? We would find out soonest.
The next day, Jason woke up but couldnโt leave the house. He sat there for hours, waiting for Thelmaโs phone call but it wasnโt forth coming. โShould I call her first?โ he kept deliberating as he sat on his bed. Jasonโs parents were late, so he inherited everything his dad owned, including his estates. There was enough money for Jason to never work a single day in his life. He had a couple of businesses which he owned and managed from home. He hardly leaves the house and didnโt have much friends to stop by every now and then.
One would think that Jason wasnโt normal but who could blame them if they thought so, judging by the way he completely cut himself out from the world. He tried to watch television in order to ease the pressure off but it wasnโt working.
Fortunately for Jason, his phone rang at around passed 11am. He hurriedly looked to see who was calling and was happy when Thelmaโs name showed on his phone screen. โHello, good morningโ Jason greeted, โHi, how was your night?โ Thelma asked, โIt was goodโ he replied. โI thought you decided to take a hikeโ he jokingly added and Thelma chuckled, โwhere would I be running to?โ she asked and Jason laughed. โAm I still taking you out tonight?โ he enquired, โI guess so, Iโm free this eveningโ she said.
Jason was deeply happy that he would be seeing her lovely face again. They fixed the time and place where they would be meeting, before finally ending the call. It was a beautiful day indeed for both of them and they couldnโt stop fantasizing of how their first date would go down.
The decision of what to wear, took Thelma forever to decide. She wanted to kill it with her dressing and make a very good statement. Her elder sister helped her to pick out a beautiful blue gown, which she finally ended up wearing. Jason had diverse collections of clothes to choose from, so picking out an outfit wasnโt a problem to him.
The set time for their date came and they met each other at the venue. Jason couldnโt hold the big smile on his face as Thelma majestically walked towards him. โYou look gorgeousโ he complimented as she came closer, โAwwn, thank you!โ she replied blushing. Jason got up and removed the chair for her to sit down.
When they settled down, the waiter was called upon and their orders were taken. While he waited for the food to come, Jason engaged Thelma in a conversation. โDid it hurt?โ he asked, โDid what hurt?โ she replied, โThe day you fell from heavenโ he said and Thelma blushed. She couldnโt stop smiling and finally started laughing, โWhen last did you use that line on a girl?โ she jokingly asked, โTodayโ Jason replied smiling.
The night was going well and it seemed as though they had connected to a deeper level. The chemistry between them was visible and they knew they liked each other. The food was served and they ate happily and talked occasionally.
While they ate, Jason kept contemplating on how to tell Thelma he liked her. He didnโt want to be pushy or perceived as being overly desperate. Overall, he was scared that she didnโt feel the same way and might turn him down. Unknown to him, Thelma felt same way but wanted him to make the first move.
After eating, Jason cleared the bill and they stood up and left. As they walked to the car, Jason was beating himself within and wanted to pour his feeling out but didnโt know how Thelma might react. He finally summon courage and decided to go for it. โCan I tell you something?โ he enquired, โYes sureโ Thelma responded. Jason took a deep breath and said โI would be hurting myself if I donโt say this to you tonight; I want you in my life Thelma, I want you to let me into your heart because Iโm in love with youโ he said.
Thelma wasnโt too surprised because she had already sensed it and was expecting him to pour his feelings out sooner or later. She smiled and looked into his eyes, โI barely know you and you donโt even know me too well either, how can you be certain that this is what you truly wantโ she said. Jason held her hands and said โlet me show you with my actions, rather than say a thousand words to prove it to youโ.
Jason was a man of few words and Thelma fell deeper for him due to that. They agreed to give it a chance and see how things goes. Jason was overjoyed and promised to adore her.
Life was good in the first few months as Jason was a partner to die for. He called her every now and then, and always wanted to keep tabs on her every movement. He cared and loved her to a fault and went crazy whenever her phone was switched off or not reachable. He gave her things she needed and those she didnโt even need. He was caring and was always hungry for more of everything Thelma could give.
Everything went on beautifully until one evening. On that day, Thelma visited Jason so they could spend some alone time together. Whenever it seemed as though they have gone deep in their conversion, Thelmaโs phone would ring. The phone calls were work related so she always had to pick up.
Unknowing to her, Jason was dying within. He was angry that her attention was divided, โI want all of her, absolutely allโ he said to himself whenever she walked out to answer the call. He couldnโt bear it any longer and started scratching his hands hardly, till his fingers bruised his skin.
Thelma wasnโt aware that he was pissed and felt everything was ok; she laid back on his body when she came back from receiving the call. Their conversation continued but before they could get deeper, Thelmaโs phone rang again.
โNot again!โ Jason angrily screamed and smashed the phone on the wall. Thelma was drop dead shocked and couldnโt believe her eyes.
With her mouth wide opened, she asked โDid you just smash my phone?โ.
End of episode 2 ๐
