"Hey you got me, sorry I can't answer just leave a message and I'll get back to ya!" Looking back up at the screen she quickly read the persons' name and took a deep breath as the line beeped.
"Good evening Mr. Layne, this is Dr. Constantine's office making sure you were coming in for your appointment this evening." Keeping it short and to the point she hung up and stifled a groan as the phone rang. "Dr. Constantine's office." She said pleasantly, pulling up the schedule of appointments and waiting for the person on the other end.
"Oh, um yes I was wondering if I could schedule an appointment." Nodding and scanning the page she spotted an empty slot and tucked a stray strand of hair behind her ear.
"Yes we have an opening on July 3rd at 4:30." Hearing the sharp intake of breath she rolled her eyes. "Would that be okay?"
"Er, yes that will be fine." Double clicking on the empty slot she fought a sigh as the week completely filled up. So much for having a day much less an evening off for that matter…
"May I get your name please?" She asked, her fingers poised over the keys; she noticed the door open and glanced up but the person was too deep in shadow, cast by the setting sun, returning her gaze to the computer monitor she motioned for the person to shut the door and sit down.
"Neco…I mean Necolas, Necolas Pope." Frowning at his accent she typed in his last name and nothing came up on the screen.
"Have you been here before Mr. Pope?" She let her eyes drift over to the person who just came in and smiled softly at the rumpled suit and disheveled hair of Dr. Constantine's client.
"No Madame a friend recommended you…well Dr. Constantine I mean." Nodding and tilting her head to the side she closed her eyes; a headache was beginning to form right behind her eyes, she needed a break.
"When you come in I will need more information." Her voice was still pleasant and full of nothing but joy…her eyes saddened as she looked at the picture on her desk, if only I could make my life like that…
"That is fine, thank you very much." Trying to keep her voice the same tone, she took a deep breath and shook her head.
"We look forward to seeing you Mr. Pope, please have a nice evening." With that said she hung up and leaned back in her seat with a groan before turning her full attention to the man sitting across from her.
"May I help you Sir?" Her eyes widened as pale green orbs stared back at her from beneath dark brows.
"Yes Ma'am I'm here for my appointment." Quickly looking away and rising to her feet she suddenly felt extremely self-conscious in her skirt as she knocked on Dr. Constantine's door and poked her head inside, in time to see him hang up his phone and smile.
"Mr. Layne is here for his appointment." A shiver crept up her spine as Dr. Constantine's gray eyes flashed in the dimly lit room.
"Thank you Singe," he stated eloquently, rising to his feet and striding across the room before pausing next to her. "Remember, no matter how much you deny it; you will always know their names." Closing her eyes with a sigh and heading back to her seat as he greeted the man.
"Micah, it is so good to see you again." Smiling hesitantly as Micah looked over at her she calmly grabbed her purse and keys.
"I'll be back in twenty minutes." Seeing her boss nod, as he led Micah into the office, she left and crossed the three to the twenty-four hour Starbucks.
*****
"Its become almost too much to bare Doc, every time I see her I just want to take her away and never let another one like me near her!" Nodding and pressing his fingertips to his chin Dr. Constantine regarded Micah with calculating eyes.
"Have you explained this to her?" Micah's eyes saddened, turning the hue to emeralds.
"I've only said hello and goodbye…it's like every time I try and talk to her she's taking calls or helping others…and I can't bring myself to interrupt so I'm kind of at war with myself…" Lurching to his feet and beginning to pace, he felt like a caged animal.
"Do you suppose it is because of Apollo?" Freezing as his words sunk in, Micah felt his eyes widen with unadulterated fear; turning and staring at Dr. Constantine, who stared back at him with a gentle smile on his full lips, he slightly nodded his head. "You still fear judgment, I know her very well Micah though she may seem a little cold and distant, she is not judgmental…it will be your choice as of which if she will know or not." Frowning deeply and easing back into his seat Micah gazed at Dr. Constantine in awe.
"I don't even know anything about her…" he whispered, a feeling of self-loathing began rising within him. "Hi my name is Micah, I think you're gorgeous and oh I was raped for four years of my life by my pack leader." Burying his face in his hands with a disgusted groan, he saw Dr. Constantine's eyes soften and a sad grin pull at his lips.
"Micah that is not what I mean, take it one day at a time; she is a caring woman…would I every lead you astray?" Glaring at him through his fingers Micah sighed heavily and shook his head.
"No…you've done wonders for me…just there is something about her that sets my blood on fire." He paused and blinked as he remembered her face when their eyes met. "And today was probably the first time she actually noticed me." Smiling and opening his mouth Dr. Constantine stopped as the front door opened and the clicking of Singe's heels on the marble threshold caught his attention.
"Singe would you mind coming in here for a moment?"
*****
Setting her purse on the desk with a sigh and keeping her coffee in her hand she opened the office door; her eyes were instantly drawn to Mr. Layne before shifting to Dr. Constantine. "Yes?" Catching his smirk she frowned and raised an eyebrow.
"I wish to know of my new appointment on July 3rd." Leaning against the door frame and pursing her lips Singe narrowed her eyes and sighed.
"He's new, someone referred him; he'll be here at 4:30." She stated turning on her heel and leaving the room without a backwards glance, shutting the door behind her.
Swallowing Micah tried to calm his rapidly beating heart, her scent for just that few seconds seemed to permeate the entire room; breathing deeply he felt a sudden sense of peace wash over him like never before. "Her scent is very calming, isn't it?" Nodding and closing his eyes he knew he would never forget her invigorating smell, not even after he died…
"She's everything that I've been craving and needing in a mate." He said softly, slowly opening his eyes and staring at the door; longing to see it open and hear her voice again. Wrenching his gaze away and returning it to Dr. Constantine he opened his mouth when a loud beep echoed throughout the room, startling both of them. Frowning Dr. Constantine walked over to his phone and pressed the speaker button.
"Alexander Constantine."
“London is here…he says it's urgent." Micah watched as an unnamed emotion flashed across Dr. Constantine's face.
"Tell him I shall be out shortly." Turning off the speaker Dr. Constantine sighed heavily and smiled apologetically at Micah, as he walked towards the office door. "Looks like I am going to have to cut this short, I will push back another appointment tomorrow if you wish." Returning his smile Micah nodded his head and rose to his feet.
"I'll call in advance, my job is getting real hectic lately." Inclining his head and opening the door Dr. Constantine frowned as he spotted the person waiting on him obviously flirting with Singe.
*****
"Well how about dinner, I know this really good Japanese restaurant." Rolling her eyes and shaking her head Singe sighed.
"London I have to work." She grinned as his face brightened and delight shone is his eyes.
"What I have to say to Alexander is gonna warrant you a day off ma' chere'." Her smile instantly faded as she looked up at him, "oh don't worry its nothing major, well too major anyways." Unease gnawed at the pit of her stomach as the door opened revealing Dr. Constantine, and she knew by the frown on his face and gleam in his eyes he was pissed!
"Singe keep tomorrow open, if Mr. Layne calls and sets up an appointment I want it done immediately." Raising an eyebrow at his tone she nodded once and felt her gaze involuntarily move to Mr. Layne as he brushed past Dr. Constantine and stopped as London moved, blocking her from view. A tense silence hung in the room, like a snake; coiled and ready to strike at any moment.
"London." Her voice was soft, as if speaking any louder would cause the tension between the two men to snap. Glancing over his shoulder deep brown almost black met with smoldering gold, "I need to speak with Mr. Layne." She noticed the muscles in his shoulders tense before he stiffly nodded and stalked towards the office followed by Dr. Constantine. "Forgive him, he doesn't understand Wereanimals." Noticing his eyes widen she shrugged a slender shoulder and gave him a half grin, "I have a gift for knowing what supernatural creatures people are." She lied, handing him a business card and smiling before glaring down at the phone as it rang. "Have a nice evening Mr. Layne." She smiled picking up the phone and watching as he smiled and waved before leaving. "Dr. Constantine's office."
