You get a call one day, someone asking you to fill a personal assistant job. They give you little information as to who for, but when you found out, things get a little more interesting
I promised Nick that I would be back way before we had to go to dinner, and despite everything going on I wasn't going to break that promise. I showered at my apartment and threw on some comfortable clothes. Just bringing everything I needed to get ready with me in a bag. It was only a little after 3, so I didn't want to show up all ready for dinner. I also brought with me everything I needed for Joe's birthday party tonight. George had helped me pick out a present for him, since I don't really know Joe I was pretty lost on what to get, but thankfully George had been around him for years and knew the things he loves.
I also had secretly snagged George and his wife a few gifts while we were out to thank them for all they did for me today. I got George a tie I saw him looking at and picked out a beautiful diamond necklace for his wife, so when he came to pick me up I handed them both to him with a grin. "sorry they aren't wrapped up or anything, but I wanted to thank you both for today." I said as he took the bag with the gifts inside from me. When he sees what's inside I see a wide smile spread over his face, he thanks me and gives me the best hug he can while we're in a car before we head off to Nicks house. I'm not sure what I expect when I get there, but I really hope things are just back to normal, that's what I really need right now.
I say goodbye to George once we get to Nicks place, and he thanks me again and even gets out of the car to give me a proper hug. I squeeze him tight before we part ways and I turn to face Nicks front door. Okay, you got this. I walk up to the door, using my key to open it. Once I step inside I hear noise coming from the living room, it sounds like the TV.
"It's just me" I called out.
"Hey, I'm in the living room" he calls back to me.
I slip off my shoes and set my stuff down on the counter before making my way toward the living room. There is a movie playing on the TV, nothing I recognize, and Nick is sitting on the couch. He turns his head to look at me and flashes me a smile. Relief fills me up. It's back to normal and I couldn't be happier. I grin back at him before falling down into my usual spot beside him on the couch.
We spent the next few hours sitting on the couch, watching movies just like we always did in our free time. Everything felt so normal, I couldn't be happier. The only problem is that... I'm still falling in love with him. It felt like this was more than him just being my boss, or him just being my friend, but it wasn't until I saw that girl in his bed this morning that I knew it was really true, but am I willing to give up my dream job? Am I willing to give up my best friend? I don't know... I don't know if I can do that. If I let it go past what we have now, and it doesn't work out, everything I love about my life will come to a screeching halt. I just don't think I can handle that.
I checked my phone, it was 5:30. Shit. I didn't realize it was that late.
"Fuck. We really should start getting ready, I don't want to be late, this is a huge meeting for you." I said, getting up from the couch. "Do you need to shower? Do you know what you are going to wear? Oh, also, do you have your present for your brother ready? I can get someone to get it together if not while we are gone" I let the words fall carelessly from my mouth as I make my way to the kitchen, Nick is notorious for putting things off, so I've gotten used to asking these questions. I can hear him chuckle from behind me, as he follows me to the kitchen, helping me with my bags. I turn around with a small laugh "What? It's literally my job to make sure of all those things." "True." He says, following me up the guest bedroom.
I had basically made the guest bedroom my room. There's been plenty of nights I just crashed here after getting home late or accidently falling asleep while we were hanging out. He sets my bag on the bed and immediately shewed him out of the room. "please go get ready, don't be late!" I speak sternly yet jokingly, closing the door once he is out of the room.
I step in front of the full-length mirror hung on the wall beside the closet and double check how I look. I smooth out the blouse I have on then pull on a cute, but casual pair of heels to top it off. I'm topping my hair off with some hairspray when I hear a knock on the door followed by Nicks voice "It's almost 6" I grab my purse off of the bed and open the door to greet him. "I know, and George is already outside waiting so let's get a move on."
Dinner went well. Nick always does great in interviews and thankfully the head of the magazine wasn't a complete asshole. Unfortunately, during my time working for Nick we have definitely run into a few of those. Although, he always impresses me with the way he handles them. Always smooth and graceful. We got back from dinner with a good amount of time to spare before we had to head to Joe's party. We both go our separate ways to get ready.
I step in front of the full-length mirror once again, I made my hair into tighter curls and added some volume. I have on the dress I picked out earlier today. It's a tight lacy black dress that hits me right in the middle of the thigh. It's perfect, not too long, not too short, but definitely sexy for sure. I have a cute pair of black pumps to top it off and some beautiful jewelry Louise picked out for me. The dress hugs my figure in all the right ways, and I really do feel great. All finished getting dressed I open the door and step out of the bedroom, greeted by Nick who looks as though he was just about to knock. His eyes immediately dart down, taking a glance at me from head to toe. I can't help but blush at his reaction.
"Wow... I'm sorry, I don't mean to be rude and stare, but you really do look amazing..." he speaks but his eyes are still on my body. He's seen me dressed up for things before, but I usually keep it still pretty lowkey. Louise told me I needed to have a little fun with my outfit tonight, and I guess she was right. My cheeks are still burning and the fact that Nick cannot keep his eyes off my body is not helping anything. I playfully hit him in the shoulder with my purse.
"Okay okay, calm down pervy McGee. We have places to be... Oh, and you look wonderful yourself." I say as I start to make my way down the stairs. He really did look good, but then again, he always looks good. That's another thing that is impressive about him. It doesn't matter where we are going or what we are doing he looks great.
When we stepped outside it was weird not seeing George there, but I remembered he had plans with his wife. The man picking us up is named Nicko, he has driven us a few times before and is always a very nice guy.
"Wow, you look beautiful miss (Y/L/N)." he says as he opens the door for me. I thank him with a smile and slide into the backseat, Nick following right behind me.
"I guess I am going to have a lot of competition tonight." Nick says jokingly
I laugh, shaking my head.
Nick and I talked the whole drive, apparently, since we barely talked all morning we had a lot to catch up on that we didn't get through when we were watching movies. The drive seemed to go by quickly because before I knew it we were pulling up to a gorgeous house. It was a little more rugged and modern than Nick's and there were people flowing into the huge front doors with gift bags in hand. I did see a few familiar faces, as well as a lot I didn't know. I knew the birthday party would be a big deal, but people were coming in droves, and I really did not expect that. Although, I am excited to have some fun. I am here tonight as Nick's friend and not his assistant, which will make having fun a lot easier. Nicko stops the car and gets out to open the door for us, Nick steps out and thanks him and I follow doing the same. He offers me his arm as usual and I take it, walking up to the doors.
We are almost immediately greeted with hellos, I'm sure Nick knows most of the people here tonight, so I expect it to be filled with a lot of mingling. As soon as we step inside we are handed drinks which we both take graciously. Nick politely steps us away from the people we were talking to on the way in and keeps our arms locked tightly together so we don't lose each other in the crowd. He leans in close to me before he speaks so I can hear him.
"I want to find Joe, I texted him before we came and made him stay put so we don't end up never seeing him tonight. I want him to meet you."
His last few words spread goosebumps over your body. He is really making this whole "trying to remain professional" thing almost impossible. I am honestly surprised I haven't broken sooner. The things he says to me come out of his mouth like butter. Smooth and warm. Like if you were able to touch them they would melt instantly against your skin. Just the simple words "I want him to meet you" have me swooning and considering Nick flirts with me any chance he gets, tonight should be interesting.
Note: I promise things are going to get a little more fluffy, and romantic and steamy ;) here soon lol I hope you guys are enjoying! I always love feedback too!
