As soon as I realised that I wouldn't be able to do any work today I told sarah to reschedule all my meetings for tomorrow or some other time because all my focus for the day had shifted. This is so not me. I am always very serious about my work.I mean how else do you become one of top class CEO's in the city. All my thoughts are literally filled with Alec and here I was hoping for a better day. But how could that happen when Destiny is always against me.
I continuously touch my lips feeling as this morning was a dream but, am quickly reminded by his scent in the cabin. He hasn't changed one bit, not in physical demeaning sense at least.I quickly grab my coat from the hanger and leave my building. As usual James is there holding the car door open for me, I don't know how he is always on time, for heaven's sake, the guy's only human. As soon as I get in the car I get a text from Sarah:
'Sarah: WHAT HAPPENED ? WHY DID YOU LEAVE SO EARLY? IT'S NOT EVEN 5 RIGHT NOW.
Me: Nothing, just wasn't feeling well. I will tell you tomorrow.
Sarah: Are you sure ? you've been a little off since that hot guy showed up.
Me: have I ? I don't know
Sarah: Whatever, that guys may be hot like hell but he sounds like trouble, anyway you take care and call me immediately if you need anything.
Me: sure'.
If only she knew how much trouble Alec is. Any sane person would run for the hills if they ever saw the real version of Alec maybe that's why I am going home and thinking about what he wants at the dinner. If you know me, you wouldn't exactly call me sane.
I wouldn't go to that stupid dinner but I am too curious to miss it.
Curiosity killed the cat. Yup, it'll kill me too.
I reach home at exactly 5:00 pm and I decide that I will not let him win this time. I am the Zenda Mellark and it's not like I haven't been through worse. I put on the sexiest black dress I have and crazy hooker red heels, he wants war then let him have it.
An hour later, I am ready to go but decide to drink some champagne before going.After all I will be needing loads of liquid courage to meet the greek god himself. James informs me that the car has arrived. I grab my clutch and look one last time in the mirror.
whoa! I do look hot. After 20 minutes of trying to create a black shadow effect on my eyes I can now see that's it's worth it. I hardly ever apply make up so it's kind of a compliment for me to look good without any former practice.
In the elevator I can't help but think about what's going to happen tonight or even where we are going. SHIT! What if he takes me to his apartment,get me unconscious and take me to another state. It's not like he hasn't done that before. But, before I can change my mind the door opens with a ding and I am escorted outside.
I immediately notice the sleek black sedan outside and see a familiar face get out and open the door for me.
'Boris, been a long time' I say before getting inside the car.
'Indeed it has, ma'am' Boris is Alec's right hand man like James is mine. Boris has been with Alec even before I met him which means a really long time. He has cut short hair and tattoos peeking out from his neck and hands.Fun fact-he is originally from Russia.
'Where is he taking me,Boris?' I ask even though I knew he isn't gonna tell me. Did I mention the fact that Boris is incredibly loyal to a man like Alec, well he is.
'I am afraid I can't tell you ma'am. It should be a surprise after all.' he says with a clean expression.
The whole ride I am writhing in curiosity as to where we are going and as soon as we stop outside a restaurant I am filled with relief . So he isn't going to kidnap me.
But, as soon as I see the name of the restaurant I am pretty sure I become pale.
'The Rouge' It's the very first restaurant he took me to. It's the restaurant even high class CEO's like me have trouble get into. Which means he planned it for a while. Well played Alec. I am afraid he's trying to recreate out first date.
As soon as I go in and tell the lady at the desk who seems to be very busy on her laptop that I am meeting Mr.Anderson , her head shots up and I am immediately ushered into a private lounge with the man who broke my heart,soul and absolutely everything.The lighting inside is quite dim but still I gasp the moment I see him, he is wearing a grey charcoal suit with no tie and a few top buttons open and his face which is in a full grin mode, God - how did he manage to create someone so angelic with heart as cold as ice .
'Hello, Zenda, you look beautiful, come have a seat' he says gesturing me to sit in booth beside him.
At least applying the eyeliner was worth it. He was a little bedazzled when he saw me up close. Guess I am not the only one who gets shocked.
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Love Isn't The Way.
Romance"' Zenda, I would really appreciate if you would join me for dinner tonight, I'll have a car waiting for you outside this building or if u want outside your apartment' He said in his deep don't-mes- me-with-me voice. I stand and walk around the de...
