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.

another chance of

Dad crouching down and checking the temperature of

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

I'll drag you out from the pool by myself." He spoke still keeping his stern voice and I nodded trying hard to not laugh again.

eye on her and let me know if she starts

and Clara, blowing a kiss my way, soon followed suit,

sooner had they departed than the atmosphere around the pool

and there were no signs of any guests yet. This section of the

the stillness of me and my unruffled gaze that was staring at the reflection of him

settling on the submerged blue-tiled steps. This position allowed half of my body to remain above the water, with only my hips and legs

return,

crawl with something new. Damn it, even watching him without being able to turn my

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,

show for him, although I couldn't quite fathom why I desired such a response. Perhaps, for

up..." I heard his deep voice remark, almost resembling the suppressed

you have become even more handsome than before," I let out, still avoiding direct eye contact as

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 and features reminiscent of a Greek god... was now fixed upon me with a blend of confusion

assume that I used to flee out of fear," I chuckled, unable to contain the mirth, "Because the real story was quite

sevens and sixes and heart on the verge of jumping out of my chest. I had to restrain myself from squeezing my

heat was sown deep into my

a secret, for now, Jacob?" I found myself uttering as I

as well, in his right hand,

because I vividly recall engaging in activities that are beyond a child's realm," I sighed, shaking my head, and approached

gaze locked onto mine, and I held his stare for a moment before extending my

he released a soft laugh and handed me the robe. "You're a different breed,

tie it, I discovered

lips as he bent down, his warm breath grazing my belly, causing an involuntary