Falling For The Italian Billionaire

Chapter One: Life Changing

"So as we can see here, as punishment from Zeus, Prometheus would be bound in chains and an eagle would be sent to eat Prometheus' immortal liver every day, which would  then grow back every night, and thus the cycle was repeated".

The school bell rings and the class exits in a hurry.

" Don't forget to read the rest of the chapter and have a great recess  ! " , Alexa shouts as they leave. She quickly packs up her books and starts to put them back on the shelves when there is a knock on the door.  

" Lexa , you in here ?" Mindy peeks her head into the classroom and walks across to the shelves. She was wearing a short black denim skirt with a lowcut sleeveless grey blouse that definitely had the guys staring.  All of which was tight fitted and suited her tall figure well. . Her bold and sexy features were enough to make a guy drop to his knees. Not to mention her legs, damn she could work a runway. Then again this was Mindy Welsh. The daughter of an ex supermodel and lawyer. Entrepreneurs and Founders of the Welsh NGO , helping children across the globe. Yes Mindy came from a rich family and she didn't need to work a day in her life , but she was one of the good ones. Always dedicating her time and money to help others, including herself as one of those charity cases. Alexa  came from a middle-class family. No siblings, but her parents had loved her immensely. When they had died in a car accident , her world shattered. Now all she knew was her books and the risky, yet adventurous things Mindy pushed her to do.

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 " Why are you always surrounded by these old things. There is so much more out there to see and do. Trust me honey you aren’t going to get laid if you don't go out either ".  Mindy put her hands on her hips and chuckled. 

Lexa laughs at Mindy and gives her a slight shove. " Relax , I'm just putting them away , not making out with them, over exaggerate much Mindy ". She rolled up her sleeves and went back to stacking the shelf. 

" Come on Lexa,  a bunch of us are going out to the bar down the street tonight, you've got to come with. It's your BIRTHDAY for crying out loud ! " Mindy gave her a long stare and folded her arms. 

"You know I'd much rather just celebrate quietly with a glass of wine or a tub of ice cream", Alexa gave her a saddened look with those big brown puppy dog eyes, but Mindy stood her ground and folded her arms over her chest. " You're going alright, even if I have to hog tie you and stuff you in my trunk . Trust me, you’re going". Mindy narrowed her eyes and gave her a stern and threatening glare , that seemed it would burn a hole right through her. Alexa ran her hands through her hair and let out a long-defeated breath.

" Fine , Fine, but not too long , I've got papers to grade". She put on her coat and slipped her arm around Mindy as they walked out. 

...

 It was a chilly afternoon. The wind had picked up and they were stuck in traffic. " Gosh I hope we make it there in time. I'd hate to be stuck driving while the others ravaged the menu and not to mention the cake. Oh my gosh Lexa , I ordered you the most beautiful triple chocolate mousse cake. It's to die for!"

 Alexa turned to her , " You do so much for me , but honestly Mindy I don’t really need anything . I'm happy living the way I do". She gave her a light smile and turned to look out the window again. " But ...I will be having that chocolate mousse cake all to myself" she laughed. 

Mindy looked at her and saw a glimpse of the old Alexa before the car accident and before she put up her walls. " You look so pretty when you smile. I wish you'd do it more often Lexa. I hate seeing you boxed up and shutting everyone out " Alexa didn’t look at her. She knew what Mindy was talking about. " Can we please not talk about this. I don’t want to ruin the mood " 

" You're right . I'm sorry , but you know what I hate most of all ?" she asked Alexa rhetorically. "The atrocious clothes you allow yourself to wear". Alexa covered her eyes with her hand and mumbled in Spanish. " por favor déjalo ir Mindy ".

" No I won’t let it go. Look at you Lexa . You have such a great curvy body . Any guy  would go nuts over It , and you choose to cover it with mom jeans and sweaters. I understand you're a history professor but, honey even Indiana Jones had fashion sense." Alexa looked down at her clothes and Mindy's words rang in her head, but how could she dress sexy while she felt like a pickup truck. Something always made her dress more conservatively. Too much in the front and back according to her. So she stuck to the basics and hoped nobody would notice until she had time to get back into shape. 

What she failed to understand was that Mindy was right. Alexa had a great built, a little curvy on the sides from all the squats and the money makers that hung on her chest , but she never felt comfortable enough to flaunt it. She didn't need the get into shape. She was already built like an hourglass.  Maybe she just needed the right person to make her realize she was beautiful Mindy thought. Who wouldn’t  fall for Alexa's long black hair or her big brown eyes or her amazing smile. She silently wished Alexa would find the perfect guy just like she had. 

...

As they entered the bar Alexa and Mindy walked towards their friends in a corner booth . Wildly decorated so that it looked like a five-year old's dream party. No doubt Mindy's idea. She was always so outgoing and full of life. Alexa loved that about her. Mindy was the only burst of colour in her dull life and she was so grateful for her. She was there when her parents died and helped her get a job when she was unemployed for over a year. She truly appreciated her and all that she had did. 

" Psst ... Please tell me you did not hire a stripper " Alexa whispered into Mindy's ear as they sat down. 

" Ha Ha.  Do you really think I would do that in a public place, besides, I already checked, and the bar wouldn't allow it so you're safe this year ". Mindy said sarcastically. 

" You will be the death of me one day Mindy , but I still love you". she laughed. 

Just then the waitress brought over a cake with fire sparkles lit up and they all began to sing. When the song was over and the cake was being demolished by their hungry mouths, Mindy took out an envelope from her bag and slid it towards her best friend. 

" What's this ?” Alexa asked with her mouth full of cake. 

" Just a little something I thought you might need. Before you open it though , I just want you to know that it's non-refundable and for the both of us , so if you refuse, I can't enjoy it either,  so don't be selfish when you see what it is and say NO instantly".  Alexa opened her mouth to argue but closed it.  

Alexa sighed and took the envelope from the table . " Please tell me it's not a two for one coupon for a lap dance or like that time you signed us both up to go river rafting and when we got there it was just a blow-up pool going through an abandoned sewer pipe".

" No Lexa , I promise this one is something way better and authentic if I could add. Now open it up quickly . I can’t wait to see your face." She pulled out her camera and waited for Alexa's reaction. 

Alexa took out the contents of the envelope and read them. " A plane ticket , from Chicago to Italy". 

" Okay now read the other paper and the brochure ". Mindy said smiling ear to ear.

" Okay, Okay ". She continued . "Dear Miss Aleja Santiago, we are pleased to accommodate you on our Euro tour for the next three months. The Galaxia hotel awaits your arrival .Your trip is fully compensated for and we hope to see you soon". Alexa's jaw dropped and she turned towards Mindy . The flash blurred everyone’s' eyes and Mindy lowered the camera. 

 " Are you crazy ! Three months in Italy ! Where did you even get the money for this ? I can't accept this Mindy this too much". she slid the papers back towards her instantly.

"Now hold on one second. This is non-negotiable. I've already filled out your paperwork and it's recess soon, so you have the three months off anyway. What were you going to do huh? Sit at home on your fat ass all day and watch cartoons? " 

" Yeah pretty much , that's what vacation is for isn’t it." Alexa yelled back and her friends at the table turned to look at them arguing. 

Mindy  looked at the others. " What do you guys think huh ? Doesn't she need a bit more adventure in her life ? and not to mention it's all paid for." Mindy winked to persuade them.

Alexa put her hands over her head and looked up at the ceiling . " Ay dios mio "

" Mindy's right Lexa you need a change, and she was sweet enough to plan out a whole vacation for the two of you. I think you should take that stick out of your damn tight ass and do something life changing for once." Reah sipped her drink as if she had just won a debate. 

" Yeah Reah . That's True. Not once have I seen you do something for yourself . It's always books and home. I think it’s time to come out of the shell , don't you honey " Elle reached for Alexa's hand and all four ladies looked at one another. 

Mindy broke the silence. " Look  I know it's sudden, but I know it's going to be great for you , not to mention all four of us are going with so you know you're going to have fun." Mindy cupped Alexa's face with her hands. " You don't have to say yes right away Lexa but that doesn't mean that NO is your only option and I know you're scared, but sometimes you have got to take a chance. "

She let go of her after giving her a warm smile and turned to face the other ladies at the table. 

Alexa took a deep breath and a thirty second pause to re-evaluate her life and finally  looked up to face her friends . "Okay bitches let’s do this ". They all laughed and huddled for a group hug. 

Alexa yelled as they all broke apart  , " Can we have some Shots over here please !" The girls started chanting with their fists on the table , " Shots...Shots...Shots...Shots". 

Mindy looked at her suspiciously . " Take it easy wildcat . One thing at a time. " Alexa leaned over to Mindy and said , " I have you to take care of me . I don't have to worry about taking it slow . Additionally ..." 

" Oh boy there she goes with her extravagant wording again ",  Elle said as she rolled her eyes and took a shot. 

Alexa continued , " As I was saying ,  Additionally , you did say I've got to take a chance . So this is me taking a chance." 

Mindy smiled and nudged her. " I can't wait till you're somebody else's problem". 

...

" Shoes...socks ... undergarments" 

" Eww Alexa what are you eighty ? Nobody says undergarments anymore . I believe the words you're looking for Miss Santiago are "Thong , G-string , Lace Panties and Lingerie" now that's what you should be packing not this".  She held up a night shirt that says  " you're so cheesy" with a picture of nachos and cheese dripping all over them.

 "But that’s my sexy shirt . You'd be surprised at how much the guys like that ", she argued trying to take the shirt back.

 "Mostly because your huge knockers stand out in it , but that’s beside the point". She threw the shirt one side . 

" Okay that's it . Move over I'm packing for you . God only knows you'd pack the most weird clothes that won't get you laid ". She pushed Alexa out of the way and rearranged her entire luggage. 

" Let’s see . Sexy backless dress. Why yes , thank you Mindy. Ugly Corgi tank top... I think not... what's this? " she saw something lacy at the back of the cupboard and Alexa leaped toward it , but Mindy was faster. "  Ah Ha . I knew you had something sexy hidden back there. " 

 She lifted the lacy lingerie and studied the straps and detail. Not too flashy , but not subtle either. Just enough to drive a man crazy.  “ Damn girl . I didn’t know you were this naughty. We are definitely packing this”.  

 Alexa hit her hand on her forehead and sat down hopelessly. Mindy continued to pack the luggage with the sexiest, yet most sophisticated clothes Alexa owned.  " All done . Now we just have to wait for our flight. T-minus  thirteen hours left Lexa . Be there on time". Mindy said in a very dramatic way , mimicking a Bond villain. 

...

Flight Number 327 From Chicago to Italy Now Boarding 

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" Boarding pass check. Passport check. Locks on luggage check. " Alexa repeated as they made their way from the waiting area, pass checking in and finally into the plane. Elle and Reah laughed as she checked off her list.

" Laugh at me now , but when someone slips something into your bags because it's not locked. Don’t say I didn't warn you" Alexa gave them a narrow look as slipped into her seat.  

“ Just relax Lexa . Nothing like that is going to happen “. Mindy calmed her down." Crazy best friend check", Mindy snorted out. 

It was a few minutes after take-off and they were in the coach class soaring through the clear night sky. It was a mesmerizing sight and some part of Alexa escaped and embraced the scenery. The stars were so clear from up here. She loved every second of it. She checked her phone, and it was still early but she had ten more hours to go she thought and closed her eyes. It was already uncomfortable to sleep upright on a ten-hour long flight, even more uncomfortable to wear the clothes Mindy had picked out for her. A tight combo of high waisted black skirt and a not so loose white spaghetti strap shirt that hugged her breasts. She managed to throw over a jersey that covered her sides but damn her boobs were standing out. Alexa tried to readjust herself but her high heeled boots kept knocking against the seat in front of her. 

Watching all this Mindy couldn’t help but laugh. It was as that point where she winked at the air hostess and went up to talk to her.

 “ Hey Doll, I think now would be a great time to give the girls that surprise we talked about “. She whispered in her ear.

“ I was hoping for you to mention that soon . You guys are going to love it up there”  

Alexa may have not allowed her to us her private jet to fly everyone to Italy ,but Mindy wasn’t going to let that stop her. She always had a few tricks up her sleeve, and she knew how to work around Alexa's restrictions . Besides that, Alexa deserved this, she had been cooped up too long and had her life on hold. So Mindy pulled some strings and secretly bumped their seats to first class.

Alexa heard a voice call out to her and she opened her eyes. She had seen Mindy sneaking up to go talk to the air hostess. No doubt to move us to first class she thought, but she wouldn’t resist or fight back . She was just too tired and wasn’t surprised when the air hostess told her they were giving the girls “complementary” first-class seats , although she did have to sit away from the girls.

Turns out first class only had a certain number of seats that were complimentary, so Alexa offered to sit in the last available one which situated far from the girls. She didn’t mind though. She needed some sleep anyway, and she was certain they were going to be up half the night chatting about what they were going to do once the plane landed .

She was escorted to her new seat and immediately let herself sink into it . The one next to her was empty. Maybe the person went to the bathroom or something , she thought. Afterall the air hostess did say there were limited seats and hers was the last available one. She didn’t let the empty seat bother her. Grabbing her blanket she wrapped it around herself and tried to cover up her body parts as best as she could. She rested her head back against the pillow and pulled the eye cover over. 

Right now she had sleep on the brain. She smiled and closed her eyes. 

...

 (Half an hour later)

"Mmmmm...Ay dios mio ....Mmmmm" she moaned out loud, tilting her body sideways until she pressed up against something. Her eyes were closed, and her mind was elsewhere. She snuggled closer, burying her face against the warmth. 

"Mmmmm so muscular...Mr Darcy ...when did you get so ripped" , she rubbed her body against something hard and clung onto it . She knew she was asleep , but the dream was so sexy she didn’t want it to end. 

" Pretty much since college but the name is not Darcy, love " , the voice replied in a low husky tone that made her wet between her legs and hardened her nipples. 

" Ay papi", she whispered brushing herself against Mr Darcy's sexy body. Only then did she realize there was no Mr Darcy, and she was actually brushing up against some stranger's sexy body. 

She slowly reached up and removed her eye mask.