Chapter 34
Benjamin sighed before walking into his parents‘ home for dinner. He loved them dearly, but since their trip to Vegas, he just hadn’t been feeling the want or need to be around happy couples who made it a point to flaunt their affection.
“Hello, son,” his father called and then frowned right away.
Benjamin forced a smile on his face. “Hi, Dad, is everyone here?”
“Yes… well no. Milton had to drop in on some case he got.” Benjamin bobbed his head as he walked into the living room.
“Come on Alexis, you have to model it for me, I am your sister,” Maisey moaned, batting her eyes at Alexis, who sighed.
“Fine, but remember, I just got off the night shift, so I have all the right in the world to act moody!”
Maisey nodded as she grinned triumphantly.
“Sorry, I’m late!” Milton called out. Anyone who heard him could tell he was up to no good. And they waited anxiously for what was to follow.
“I love you and this is not me,” Alexis pleaded as she looked at Benjamin. He looked at her and frowned, but she rolled her eyes closed as both Maisey and her husband’s mouths dropped open.
“Ben, look who I found for you,” Milton sang from behind him. He turned slowly to see Milton holding a blow–up doll.
“What the hell is that?” he yelled, jumping away from the sex doll that was naked.
“WHO BROUGHT THAT INTO MY HOUSE?” Benjamin’s mother yelled.
“Lana, it’s Benjamin’s wife. Isn’t she lovely?” Milton replied.
“What? Why are you giving him a blow–up doll as a wife? And why is it naked?”
“I thought Benjamin could dress her as he pleased. It is his wife, in the end,” Milton told her as he tried to pass the doll to Benjamin. He shook his head and moved farther away from Milton and the doll.
“Come on, Ben, she is called Jane,” Milton smirked, giving him an evil look.
“Stop it!” Benjamin gritted back out at him. ‘Why can’t he let this go?‘ he groaned internally.
“Is this because he told the nursing staff that he is married?” their father questioned as he looked at the doll from the corner of his eye.
“This has gone too far. First, you show up with a wedding ring. I mean really? How are you supposed to meet a woman like this, Benjamin?” Lana asked. She even threw her hands up in the air, shaking her head as she walked out of the room, followed by her husband.
Once the parents were out of sight, Benjamin punched Milton in the arm. “Knock it off,” he hissed. “Is this because I refused to meet the woman who was in desperate need of a good time? The woman that you recently became friends with?” Benjamin interrogated him.
“Hey! She’s lovely and you would love her. I am sure of it, but it is your loss. As to why I am going to such lengths… It’s about having fun at your expense.” In the end, Milton just grinned at him. Before Benjamin could say a word, Lana called to them to come to the dining room for dinner.
Benjamin begrudgingly followed the rest, but his mind slipped back to Vegas.
“Look, Benjamin, what I’m trying to say is that I forgive you.”
Benjamin glared at the phone.
The stuck–up cow forgives me? Really, she almost destroyed my sister’s wedding! Not to mention her idea of hurting me was to fuck someone else loudly within hearing range.‘
She and the whole sex in the coatroom, which most of the guests got to overhear. It was like having a wedding next to a porn studio.
“So, how about we get married next August, that gives us a year and there’s no way I am being engaged for more than a year!”
“How about no,” Benjamin muttered.
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“Sorry, what was that?”
I said no, Raegan, I’m done with you.”
“No, you’re not; no one is done with me until I say so. Especially not some geeky guy who’s shit in bed!” Raegan yelled back, sounding upset about not getting her way.
“If I’m so shitty, why do you want to be with me?” Benjamin countered.
“Your money and your looks, of course. Let’s face it, Benjamin, it’s all you got going for you. And don’t be fooled, your looks will disappear over time, but by then, I’ll be entitled to all your money.”
“Fuck off!” Alexis yelled, taking his cell from him and ending the call. “Next time she calls, don’t answer, Ben! In fact, I’m getting you a new cell number, Alexis said and he bobbed his head and flopped on the sofa. “Come on, Benjamin, she’s a whore. You’ve got a lot going for you. You’re sweet, loving, kind, smart, great with kids, intelligent-”
Benjamin snorted, cutting her off. “Yes, a good guy, that’s me. Did you forget? Good guys come last.”
“And that is why smart girls love them,” Alexis raised her brow and Ben pushed her shoulder.
“Come on, Ben, dress up and we can meet Milton. Let’s show everyone the Ben that no one has seen before.”
He heard the soft buzzing sound and jumped, looking at his sister. “Trust me,” she smiled and he closed his eyes, allowing her to cut his hair with the clippers she was holding.
It took her almost an hour to get his hair just right. He looked in the mirror and saw the clothes she had picked for him. It was not only more casual than what he was used to wearing, but it also made him look more muscular.
“Shouldn’t I shave my face? I’m all scruffy,” he asked, rubbing his chin.
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“No. It makes you look ruggedly handsome,” she told Benjamin. She threw the jacket in his direction. “Now, go on.”
“My glasses?” he asked, hoping she would agree. He really wanted to see clearly.
“Yes, women love glasses.”
Ben chuckled and took the jacket. After hugging, Alexis winked and walked out. She remained just out of the door when his cell phone rang again. He picked
without looking at who was calling.
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