Stormy Days - Part 2

The evening fell in Hidden Springs. The rain stopped for the moment.

Shantel returned so stressed from work that she asked Antoine to give her a massage.

"Are you sure you know how to do this, Antoine?"

"Of course, I am. Don't worry, I'm an expert".

Shantel didn't know he could give massages, but it was a true luck cause she had bought this table long ago and until now he hadn't had the opportunity to use it. In the end, the result was very satisfactory.

 "I truly feel much more relaxed. Wow, I didn't know Antoine had this talent. By the way, he looks very attractive with his new haircut".

"Thanks, Antoine, I owe you one".

"Oh, that's fine, Shant. You're welcome".

 

  Shantel's 'sincere gratefulness' towards Antoine didn't go unnoticed to Aaron.

 "So now you flirt with your own uncle, huh, Shantel?"

"It's not what you're thinking, Aaron. And please, you stay out of this, okay?"

Those remarks made Kay a bit nervous.

 "Oh, no. Here comes another argument".

"Oh, no. I'm not going to meddle in your life any more. But if you really want to be promoted in your job, you'll have to watch out for your reputation".

Shantel didn't love Aaron's remark. He finished his dinner quickly and got up from the table.

"I'm going to bed, bon appetite and good night everyone".

Antoine and Kay were speechless.

"But what a fuss has been made over an innocent massage. I don't think I'll do it again."

"I wish Aaron wouldn't get so angry. It's not worth it!"

 

Shantel was the only one who did not keep her thoughts to herself.

"Good night, Aaron. And thanks for your advice, but I don't need it".

Then, very stressed again, she took a bath to be able to relax before going to bed.

Once alone, Kay approached Antoine with all the delicacyt in the world to tell him what she thought.

"Antoine, I know you didn't do this intentionally, but be careful with Shantel or you'll get into trouble".

"I know, and don't worry, cousin. It was enough with tonight. I assure you it won't happen again".

"I'm glad you understand, Antoine, it's best for you, believe me".

At that moment, Kay decided she'd look for her own apartment as soon as she got back from the University. Shantel was her best friend and she loved her to pieces, but her antics were starting to tire her out.

 "I'll find another place to live, and I hope Antoine does the same, for his own tranquility".

The storm had stopped in Hidden Springs, at least for the night.