My Dad's Bestfriend

Chapter 4 Secret Or Not

Evelyn

"Evelyn, get the hell out of the pool....you'll catch a cold!" Dad's voice echoed across the poolside, but I chose to ignore his yell and swam to the other side, determined to enjoy the water.

"I am not a kid, Dad!" I shouted back, my voice laced with defiance as I leaned against the edge of the pool. "Go and get some rest!"

The party had ended an hour ago, and the once lively poolside had now emptied, revealing the vastness of the mansion Dad owned. It was nothing short of a palace, capable of accommodating over a hundred people, though there weren't nearly as many guests invited. But I had a feeling the wedding day would be an exception.

"Evelyn, I said get out right now!" Dad ordered but once again, I paid no attention to his words.

At that moment, there were only four of us left by the poolside: Clara, who was struggling to suppress her laughter; Dad, who was determined to spoil my swim; me, defiantly sticking to my decision; and Jacob, silently observing the entire spectacle from one of the plush chaise lounges scattered around the area.

"Grow up, Dad," I didn't know why I loved getting on Dad's nerves, "Let me enjoy my swim."

As expected I could see Dad's face turning different colours and he yelled again, "What did you just say? You are me telling you to do what?"

"Grow up, Dad," I repeated and Clara burst into a fit of laughter. Even Jacob couldn't hide his amusement, attempting to stifle his own laughter behind his hand.

"Evelyn Fernandez, get the hell out of that pool right now!" Dad barked,

"Samuel, let her enjoy herself," Clara interjected, coming to my defence as Dad and I competed in the mini glaring contest," She just started swimming a few minutes ago."

Dad's glare remained fixed on me, "She has a tendency to catch a cold easily, Clara. She shouldn't be so careless."

"Dad, the water is very warm. You can check it if you want," I chimed in.

His glare faded, replaced by a frown of contemplation.

Knowing my dad, I could almost see the internal debate happening in his mind. Ether he'd continue this argument or let it go.

of his to confirm

even complete my thought I saw Dad crouching down and checking the temperature of the water by reaching his hand inside

tore from my mouth automatically but Dad, being himself, seemed unfazed. He slowly stood up after confirming the temperature was safe for his

still keeping his stern voice and I nodded trying hard

her and let me know if she starts sneezing or experiencing any discomfort?" He looked

a kiss my way, soon followed suit, disappearing from my

the atmosphere around the pool area grew

two of us in this vast expanse, and there were no signs of any guests yet. This section of the mansion facing the pool primarily consisted of rooms

Jacob seemed to notice the stillness of me and my unruffled gaze that was staring at the reflection of him that fell on

swimming closer to the pool's edge and settling on the submerged blue-tiled steps. This position allowed half of my body to remain above the

he questioned me in return, "And why do you believe that,

subtle shift in his tone, almost imperceptible, yet it made my skin crawl with something new. Damn it, even watching him without being able to turn my wildest fantasies into reality right there by the pool was

not a matter of belief; it's a certainty," I asserted, resting my elbows on the steps behind me and leaning back, basking in the gentle caress of the sun's rays on my face as I closed my eyes. Even with my eyes shut, I could sense Jacob's gaze tracing the path of water droplets

course, I was deliberately putting on a show for him, although I couldn't quite fathom why I desired

grown up..." I heard his deep voice remark, almost resembling the suppressed growl of an

before," I let out, still avoiding direct eye

afraid of me back then," His words this time caught my attention, compelling me to finally look at him. The devilishly handsome face adorned with green eyes

you to assume that I used to flee out of fear," I chuckled, unable to contain the mirth, "Because

rendering my name in a way that sent my thoughts into disarray, mind at sevens and sixes and heart on the verge of jumping out of my chest. I had to restrain myself from squeezing my thighs together, attempting to quell the fire that his mere voice had ignited within me, particularly

sown deep into

as I rose to

his feet as well,

only you who saw me as a child, because I vividly recall engaging in activities that are beyond a child's realm," I sighed,

for a moment before extending my hand towards him.

pearly white teeth gleaming as he released a soft laugh and handed me

robe. However, as I attempted to tie it, I discovered that the

he bent