Rivals And Lovers

chapter 33

"Ms. Matthews, we really need to discuss this issue!" Riley's vice president of the company said while walking after her. "I though we did and i thought i was clear" Riley said snapping around to face him. "But we can't wait that long! do you really want to risk losing that many ivestors!" He tried to convince her. "Andy please!" Riley said frustrated. "Would you please stop! you didn't sound this complaining over the phone!" Riley almost yelled. Some workers glanced at them from their office windows. "Just leave it" Riley whispered before turning around again and taking big steps towards her office. She heard him follow her again and she groaned annoyed. 

She opened the door to her office and he followed her in. When he closed the door, Riley sat down and folded her hands together. "Why do i have the feeling this isn't only about these investors?" Riley asked looking up at him. Her VP sighed and walked over toher desk. "This is Friar International we're talking about, we all know you have history with their CEO" Riley sighed and crossed her arms. "That was five years ago" Riley defended herself. "Is it really?" Andy asked. Riley snapped up and glared at him. "Who are you to judge this situation? I haven't spoken to Mr. Friar since we were eightteen! We have absolutely no contact at all" Riley yelled. She breathed heavily and looked down again. "Could you please leave Andy?" She muttered. Her VP sighed and nodded. "I suppose we'll discuss this later, when Mr. Williams is back in town" Riley flinched hearing his name. She didn't show it until she heard the dor shut. She fell back into her seat and looked out the window at the sun setting. She had to meet up with her stylist fro the gala. She was not looking foreward to it. 

"This dress will make you look amazing!" Riley's stylist Paolo said exited. "It's so elegant and pretty" He almost jumped off exitement. Riley on the other hand looked depressed. "Your make up will be elegant, I'm thinking maybe some black elegant eyeshadow but not too much,or dark purple, i don't know it needs to say 'I'm sexy but still your boss' amazing right?" He asked looking at Riley. She looked up confused. "huh?" Sshe asked confused. Paolo sighed and pulled a chair closer. "What's the matter? You seem off" He asked. "It's nothing, my VP is just a litte annoying and this gala is currently the last thing I'm thinking off." Riley confessed rubbing her temples. "Well, maybe this gala is the perfect way too losen up! there will be delicious diner, some nice music and Mr. Williams will be there" Paolo nudged Riley walked back to the closet. Riley looked at her reflection and sighed. She had to go, it was part of her job. But she didn't want to see him, he made her feel useless, cold and he sended shivers down her spine. She only want to see HIM.

After getting dressed and all made up, she arrived at the gala. After posing for some pictures she walked into the venue and was immediatele offered a glass of champagne. She gladly accepted and made her way through the hall. Riley saw some familiar faces and was immediately involved in a converstion with some parters of Matthews international. While they were discussing some things she noticed the familiar face behind the elderly man she was talking to. When his gaze turned towards her she immediately looked away. Trying to avoid eye contact. When she looked over the man's shoulder again she saw that he was gone. She sighed relieved and continued her conversation with the man in front of her. Until suddenly someone clearing their throat behind her interupted them. Riley frooze and turned to look over her shoulder. 

He was niceley dressed up, better than at prom. His hair had a fresh cut and his tie was adjusted just right, like his mother had done it. He had a soft smile on his lips and his eyes were gazing over her body. She was wearing a red desginer dress, one that showes off her curves, the top was finished with lace. Riley looked back at the man she was talking to and gave him a polite smile. He excused himself and Riley turned to face Lucas. "Hi" She said. "Hey..." He soflty answered. "You look good" Riley complimented him. "You look beautiful, as always" He said with an extra big smile. Ruley felt the heat already rise to her cheeks. "Well thank you" She said before tugging down the last bit of her champagne before placing it on a passing tray. "So how are you?" She asked. "I'm good, what about you?" He asked. "I'm fine, thanks for asking" She answered. Then an awkward silence lingered around them. They saw others glancing at them, knowing about their past. "Congratualations about your position" Riley said. Lucas nodded. "Thank you, you too congrats. You're an amazing CEO" Lucas said. Riley felt hersefl flattered.

A nice song came on and Lucas smirked. "Would you maybe like to-" An arm was wrapped around Riley's waist which made her shiver. the cold hand ran over her shoulder and dry lips placed a peck on her flushed cheek. "Hey baby" He whispered with his deep voice. Riley gulped and smiled awkward. "Hey Anthony" She forced out with a smile. Lucas his hand quickly returned to it's rightful place and he smiled polite but awkward. "Good evening" Lucas said. "I'm- "
"Lucas Friar, i know" Anthony said with a sound of disgust. Lucas his smile faded when he saw the death glare Anthony was giving him. "Hm, and you are?" Lucas asked polite. THe man with a pitch black hair, stubbled beard and tight suit smirked.
"My names Anthony Williams. I'm Riley's boyfriend"