Mania

Ch 2 | Formal Meeting

After returning from my business trip, everyday was quite hectic but the memory from that night still lingered in my mind. We had a lot going on in our office . My chief called me and told me that I would be dealing with a big project led by the company in collaboration with top company in fashion business. It was the best moment of my life. Finally my hard work paid off. I was able to work on something huge in my career.

I learned that I would have to go through contract meetings with the CEO of the company. His name was Matthew Grey. He was the youngest billionaire. I heard a lot about him. He was a genius. He was the sole proprietor of raising his business to the top. I was quite excited to meet him. We had a meeting set on Monday at his company.

I called my parents and told them that I was so happy that I had landed on a big job. We talked a lot that night. My mom asked me if I would come back home for holidays. I was busy with work so I kept on making excuses that I would come back if I was free. My parents lived in country side but we were happy there. After I graduated from university, I got a job in New York and I had to move away from home. As I was single child, my parents didn't want to send me far away. I insisted on going to New York.

After few days, the day of our meeting came. I dressed up quite modestly. I prepared presentation for our project based on the theme. I went to his office and waited for him.

I was sent to the meeting place. Since I came early, I was sipping my coffee and looking the view from the room. I heard stepping sound of the shoe . As I turned back, I see someone coming. To my suprise, it was that same guy whom I had met in Italy. My one night stand was my contractor. It was the most embarrassing moment of my life. He was as how my colleagues described. He was tall, handsome, had a great body and his husky voice was the best. I couldn't meet his eyes. I was very uncomfortable.

He said shaking my hand, "Hello, I am Matthew Grey. Hmm.....So you are the photographer. I didn't expect you to be here. You ran away after our one night stand. I searched for you but I couldn't find you."

I said shyly averting his gaze, " Hello. Nice to meet you, Mr. Matthew. I am Elle Willows. I am the photographer you requested for the project. On behalf of my company, I thank you for your time. "

He said, " I was quite disappointed that you left without saying a word. I wanted to meet you again. Do you have any plans later tonight?"

I said coldly , " Sorry Mr. Matthew. I came here on behalf of the company. I cannot reply to such things. Shall we go over the contract? "

He looked quite dissatisfied with my reply. He kept on staring at me all through the meeting. I presented my presentation for the project. As soon as it ended, I thanked him politely for his time. I didn't want to meet him again.

As I was leaving, he came near me and leaned closer whispering to my ears, " Honey, why are so afraid of me? You know, your gaze are so seductive. You are just my type. So do you have any plans tonight? I am asking you for a date. Don't run away. "

My face turned red as soon as I heard his voice. He was smiling at me. I said, "I am not afraid of you Mr. Matthew. I was just uncomfortable. You wouldn't expect your one night stand to be your contractor. To be honest it was quite shocking news to me. I am free tonight. "

He looked satisfied with my answer and gave me his card. He said, " Can I have your card too, Miss Elle ? I will call you again if I have any questions regarding the project. Oh right, honey , don't forget our date at Honey cafe, downtown, at sharp 7 pm. "

I ran away not looking at him. I couldn't believe myself that I had a one night stand with a billionaire. Who knew that I would meet him again. I had not expected that. As gentle as he was in our meeting, he was quite rough in bed. My face was beet red thinking about that night. That night remained in my mind so badly. He asked me out on a date. I also agreed but not knowing what to do I called my friend. Samantha, my best friend, she and I lived together in an apartment. I was excited and called her that I was going on a date tonight. I called her to ask her opinion about how I should dress for a date. She told me that red dress would be the best and I went on shopping for the dress with her. I told her what had happened in Italy, how I met him again, etc. She laughed and told me that how did I left a billionaire alone after one night stand and ran away.

Matthew's POV:

*Knocking on the door *

"Come in. " I said.

Mr. Kim, my secretary came and told me that I had a long day ahead of my schedule. He brought me all the contracts. We had a new upcoming project and we were in need of new photographer for the project.

I remembered that the top magazines I read had some really good photography. So I told him to contact that company and request for the same photographer, Elle Woods. She was a young aspiring photographer. Her concept was always fresh compared to others. I wanted her for the job. So we had set meeting on Monday for signing the contract.

I reached the meeting on time and I see a familiar shilloute. She was petite and dressed neatly. As she turned back, I was in awe. She was the same girl, I was searching for. She kept on averting my eyes. Her face was bright red from all the blushing. I kept on asking her out for a date. She kept things professional. She was very good in her job. We went through some changes in contract. She had already prepared a concept for the project and it was like how I wanted. I was quite satisfied with her work. I knew that she liked my voice so I leaned in closer whispering to her ear and asking her out on a date. She agreed and we planned to meet. She ran away from me. I wanted to catch her and keep her with me but that would have scared her.

I went back to the office looking forward for the date night. I called my secretary and told him to find out everything about her. I told him to reserve the whole place for our date. I was impatient.

I knew that she wanted to take things slow but I was the one who was impatient for her. She was my salvation in my lonely world. She was the light. I was attracted to her ever since the first time I saw her. She was so petite and she fits right into my arms. It was as if she was made for me. I was looking forward our date night.

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