𝑪𝒐𝒏𝒗𝒆𝒏𝒊𝒆𝒏𝒕𝒍𝒚 𝑰𝒏 𝑳𝒐𝒗𝒆

𝙲𝚑𝚊𝚙𝚝𝚎𝚛 9

"Come on. It'll be fun. Just one date," Chloé nagged me. "No Chloé. I don't even like Zeek. I do not want to waste my time with an arrogant little rich boy who thinks being showered with money and gifts is all I'm good for."
"Well, that is not true. Okay, maybe it is. But you have to go out with someone. Or are you going to the Spring Ball without a date?" Chloé asked as she threw the suit jacket on the bed.
"Yes.I don't see what the problem is with that."
"Well, since you don't, I'll do it for you. There is a big problem with that. I have a date and as your best friend I can't let you spend your night alone, so I guess I'll have to be your date."
"Chloé you don't have to do that. I know how you've been looking forward to taking Amelia to the Spring Ball ever since you came out. So go. I'll be fine. Maybe I won't even go, just stay here and binge watch my telenovela," I shrugged as I turned Kyle phone to show her my watchlist.
"No date is one thing. But missing the Spring Ball? That just will not do. Please, Soph?"
"I'll be fine. You need to find a dress, or rather a suit. Plus, Lowie is not going, so I won't be alone," I tried convincing her.
"Okay, fine. Help me find something to wear."

"Miss Diaz, will that be a problem?"

"No. Dinner for two at Glacé. On it," I returned to my office after my daily reminder of Nicolas' schedule, to which he added that he wanted his 6 o'clock to end at 7 so he could have dinner at Glacé. With Zaina.
"Hey Lucas. Will you let Miss Artino know that there is a dinner reservation for her and Mr Vasilios at Glacé. 7.30 p.m. for tonight."
"Hey, Sophia. I'll be sure to do so. How've you been? Given everything, of course," he asked, his tone light and smiling on the other side of the phone.
"Great given everything. Things have died down a bit with the rumours after the announcement. And you?"
"Likewise. I was actually wondering if you would like to get lunch together one of these days. Maybe at Deriliá?"
"Ehm, sure. I'll be back at the office on Monday, so maybe Tuesday. We usually have a long meeting on Mondays at the auditorium," I informed him. "Perfect. See you then," I dropped the call.

I worked on finalising the department file reports for mid-month. Lowie and Xion had also sent over their prior month report on their company sections and affect to shares of Vasilios Dynasty. Business was booming from all corners. Vasilios Corp., Vasilios and Ahmed , and Apex V.
Though the recent case of V.A and Co. was putting a spotlight on the whole family, it was nothing the PR team could not handle.

"Your favourite person in the whole world has arrived to take you out for lunch!" Chloé exclaimed as she walked into my office. Looking as good as always in a matching violet set of high waisted pants and lace corset top, paired off with a beige coat - all designed by yours truly, Chloé Vasilios "And you wonder why I always ask you when you will open your own boutique one day," I hugged her back.

"Let me take you to lunch first. Then we'll talk," she hooked our arms together as she grabbed my purse off the coat hanger.

"So wait. Are you actually doing it?" Ia sked in surprise. A plan to go to lunch ended up being a mini shopping spree. Well, it's more like window shopping for Chloé to get some inspirations. And now I knew why.
"Yep. And the family are the only ones who know. I still have to finalise everything first," she took a sip of her champagne.
"Okay. Well, if I can help out with anything, you will let me know," I gently squeezed her hand.

"Well, actually, I was hoping you would consider coming to work for me. Or well, it's more like with me. I know youhavebeen considering leaving Vasilios Corp, so maybe you would be interested in working with me as my COO. I mean, with your degree in Bcom and Journalism and Media Studies; we would make this a big hit. So... what do you say?"

It was true. I had spent some time considering finding work somewhere else, I couldn't see myself working for Nicolas forever. This was a perfect opportunity to use my skills. Plus, Chloé is my best friend. So then why did I feel uneasy about saying yes?