Arrange Marriage

Chapter 6

Victoria

I already arrive at our home in L.A with Mark who is now waiting for me to finished dressing up. 'Woah!' I smiled in awe as I see my appearance in front of the mirror. The dress is very sexy in an elegant way, and my toned legs are proudly showing. I really love it!

Mom has a really good taste when it comes to dresses. I wore an Atelier Versace black dress with a cutout details and a black heel sandals. I give a one last contented smile in the mirror and walk out my room with my silver clutch bag.

I was just about to step out in the entrance door when I heard a voice saying, "W-wow" I turn around to find a dashing Mark gaping at me. Hah! 'See? It really is beautiful.'

"You look stunning Vic"

"Thank you and you look pretty dashing too Mr. Evans" I said with a wink. He let out a small laugh and offered his arms to me which I accepted. But the red tint in Mark's cheeks didn't escape my eyes which made me teased him more in the whole ride.

When the limo came to a stop, I was a nervous wreck! Seeing many media's waiting for high people to arrive, made me more nervous. God! I don't like this. And tonight is my final bid of goodbye to my free and private life. Because tonight, I will be introduce as the daughter of the famous owner of Taylor Construction Inc., and soon to be Mrs. Knights. Arg!

"Hey, It's going to be okay Vic" I look at Mark who had a tight smile. He knows about the purpose of this night's event. I let out a defeated sigh.

"I really hope so Mark" I look back outside where the media already looking at the limo with interest.

"Just give them a smile and ignore everything they ask. Let your parents do the talking Vic" I nodded my head in understanding. My parents are already waiting for me to go out.

"Alright, let's go?" I nod again. As if I can escape this stupid thing! He gives me a one last encouraging smile before going the car and walk to the side where I was seating. He opens the door for me and I slide in gracefully.

I was greeted with many flashes that had my eye shot for a moment adjusting from the camera flashes. I look at them and flash a fake smile.

"Who is she?"

"She looks stunning"

"She's the face of Victoria A.T Cosmetics"

"Very beautiful woman"

"Is that Mr. Evans girlfriend?"

Just like what Mark advised, I ignored their questions and followed my parents quietly. As the double doors of the function hall of the hotel where the event was being held open had me cringed because of the people in it.

I sat down with my parents and my little sister who arrives early in the hotel. I kissed her cheeks.

"Hey baby sis"

She pouts, "I'm 20 already! And oh, you look so stunning Vic"

"Thanks Pat, but I wish I wasn't here" she giggles knowing me. They know I hate being in an event with full of fake people, but I'm adjusting because I'm in the business world also.

'Good Evening everyone....' the host keeps on talking for I think almost an hour since we arrive but I just choose to not listen and enjoy my food.

I grin widely when I see my favorite Mango shake. I took a sip from it that had me moaning. 'Gosh, this is so delicious'

"Eww... You're so gross Vic, why I don't know they serve that here" I heard my sister's disgust voice. 

"Because mom and dad loves me more than you" she stuck her tongue at me.

I continue to enjoy the thirst quenching drink not bothering to listen, I felt Patricia nudges me in the shoulder, so I look up to find many eyes looking at our table.

"Dad needs you in the stage" my eyes widen. The heck?! I nervously wipe my mouth and stood up. Once I arrive at the stage, mom and dad hugs me.

"Ladies and gentleman met my eldest daughter Victoria Annika Taylor" their mouths form an 'O' surprised of seeing me. And then I heard everyone clap after dad introduced me to the crowd. I could see different expressions of these people from where I'm standing, some looked bored, others look happy and I could also see who pretends to be a rich one. Ugh.

Dad handed me the microphone so I could greet everyone, I accepted even I'm freaking nervous as hell.

"Good evening everyone" I took a breath, "It's my pleasure to be standing here in front of you and to be introduced with respected people in the country........ Please enjoy the party ladies and gentleman" I then exit the stage and walk towards a waiting Mark who looks so proud of me.