He is one of the most successful and sought after men in the world. He works hard plays hard loves even harder. His appetite is healthier and his desires darker than most. He vowed he would never be tamed but destiny has way of playing tricks on tho...
The gallery is bustling with artist, art connoisseurs, investors and the like. The proceeds from the sales of selected art pieces from featured artist will be donated to local charities. Amongst the lucky selected Artist is Adam and while I'm proud and happy for him I can't help but feel uneasy about the event, amongst the other selected artist is none other than the infamous Nikki Harlow. From what I heard from Abrianna she's always had a thing for Jared and although he isn't interested she refuses to give up and tries endlessly to get him to notice her. She is also the reason I replaced Mattea, in more ways than one. Apparently she pushed Mattea into a jealous fit that sent her home ahead of Jared and into trouble. Now that Mattea was no longer in the picture and the road to Jared was clear and free, or so she thought, Nikki was determine to get Jared's attention and stake her claim. She spared no expense choosing her gown for the evening, and tonight she was determined to do just that. Unfortunately for me that claim was Jared. She's wearing a nude and black lace gown with a sheer black lace train which she carries by a ribbon on her wrist
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While she knows I'm Jared's assistant she doesn't know he and I are intimately involved. She looks at him like a hungry lioness looks at it's prey, she was practically salivating at the sight of him. I want so badly to wrap my arms around him and kiss him to show her he's mine but what would that say of me? That I'm the jealous girlfriend? Would he send me home like he did Mattea? Yes I replaced her, she had been his assistant and his submissive but not his girlfriend. I had that tittle and his heart, he was mine as I was his but I couldn't help but feel threatened by this venomous viper.
While Jared's art wasn't being featured, he was one the investors sponsoring the event which meant spending a portion of his evening networking and mingling with the various artists, art connoisseurs, and fellow investors. I split my time between Jared and Adam who's getting a lot of attention for his new collection. The pieces are absolutely stunning, different from his usual style much more intense and refined. As I make my way to Jared I see Nikki has wasted no time in cozying up to Jared, She's wrapped her arm around his and bats her overly coated fake lashes at him while touching him every chance she gets. I know I shouldn't let my insecurities get the best of me but I can't help it. I know he's mine but the way she was looking at him, clinging to his every word and his very skin like a cheap suit drove me insane. I'm not one to cause a scene, it's unladylike and childish, but Nikki can't keep her hands off Jared and I don't know how much more I can take.
I take a deep cleansing breaths as I remember Abrianna's sound advice. You mustn't let your insecurities show Bella, you don't want her to know she's getting to you and if he needs "rescuing" politely excuse him from present company. Occasionally he looks over at me and smiles, on the outside I smile back and pretend I'm ok but on the inside my patience is paper thin. Nikki is going on and on about how amazing and inspirational Jared is and how she would love to do a collaboration with him "Maybe you could be my photographer and I your muse, wouldn't it be fun Jared" he looks at me and crosses his eyes "I photograph landscapes remember" she colors slightly but takes in stride "I'm sure we could work something out" one of the two investors and fellow artist they are speaking with can't help but chime in "Your subject matter and style are quite diverse it would be interesting to see what the two of you can come up with" Jared smiles politely "I appreciate the vote of confidence JR but I'm quite busy with other projects I frankly don't see how I could possibly make the time" she pouts but tries to save face "You're always so busy Jared you really should take some time off to relax, I have a piece I'm currently working on maybe you can take a look at it and tell me what you think" she's kidding me right??? He smiles politely at her and pauses a little before responding "I'm flattered that you regard my opinion so highly but with our styles being so diverse I don't see how I could possible give you an honest critique" she pouts but still keeps her composure "Oh Jay please don't be such a party pooper, you're an amazing artist and I'm sure you recognize good art when you see it. After all you did discover Adam"
She was right and even I could tell her if her art was any good at first glance. My heart sank when it hit me that he'll have no choice but to oblige her request. It infuriates me really, she finally figured out how to get him alone and there was nothing I could do to stop it. I manage to keep my poker face while I wrestle with my insecurities, I'm so lost in thought that I don't realize Jared has called my name untill the second or is it the the third time he's spoken it " Nina, can I see you for a minute" I snap out of my thoughts and make my way over to him "Yes Jared?" he puts his hand around my waist and turns to the group "Gentleman, Nikki, this is my assistant Nina Morette" I smile politely and return their greeting while Nikki eyes me with venomous eyes. I ignore her and turn my attention to Jared "I'm sorry Jared I was making a mental note of your calendar" he looks at me briefly and clears his throat "You know me too well..." he nudges my waist slightly "...speaking of which how is my calendar looking these days" I catch on quickly and pretend to make mental notes "Hmm let me think ..... you might be available ..... no no actually you're booked solid through October" that was four months from now. Truth be told he had plenty of time between work and engagements to afford her 15 minutes of his time but the hell if I was gonna hand him over on a silver platter. He nudges my waist again "Hmm ..... no actually a think I have a business trip to New York in October plus Adam will be included in the fall exhibit in Soho so there's no telling when we'll be back"
I can see the frustration brewing in her green eyes but she smiles politely as she turns her attention to me "Then perhaps I should make an appointment, when do you think you can pencil me in sweetheart?" How about Wednesday after never, is she really trying my patience right now "I'll have to get back to you on that, as I don't make it a habit of carrying Jared's agenda at social events" she smiles politely but I can see I've ruffled her feathers "Of course why would you...." to Jared "She's a keeper" he gives me a mischievous look "yes she definitely is" he turns his attention back to the group "Nikki, gentleman it's been a pleasure but you'll have to excuse us, I do think it's time to check in on our young protege" we bid our farewells and turn to walk away only to bump into Michelle "You're late Jared ....." she gives him her best motherly look ".... I trust you had a very good reason for keeping me waiting" his privacy is everything so I try to keep my cheeks from flushing and thereby confirming what I already know she suspects. He breathes deeply and with his best poker face gives her a response he no doubt is hoping sounds convincing "Sorry Misch put we were unavoidably detained" she's not a mom but you could swear she was by the way she was looking at Jared. We were 35 minutes late by my clock and we thought we got away with it, that is until "Mother Misch"showed up. She hates to be kept waiting and we both knew there'd be hell to pay but it was worth the 30 Seconds ...... err 30 minutes .... ugh it's gonna be a long night.
