Bella engages in a steamy and unforgettable encounter with a mysterious stranger at a private sex club she attends every weekend. To her surprise, he appears again in an unexpected way. What was supposed to be a one night fling may turn into somethi...
The next few weeks passed by quickly and were uneventful. Edward was gone, in Chicago handling business according to Carlisle. Whatever it was, he was gone for about a month now, which pleased me and at the same time frustrated me to no end. Edward had clawed himself into my skin like a rash, a itch too big that I desperately wanted to scratch. He consumed my thoughts everyday. I worked like hell, keeping myself busy with the ball to distract myself. Angela also helped me keep my mind occupied ever since she arrived two weeks ago to get the plans underway on the event. I was in desperate need of girl time and we enjoyed our time together shopping, going out to eat and nights on the town when we weren't busy with work. She was taking a red eye later on tonight to head back to Seattle.
"I wish you didn't have to leave, Ang," I whined. I was going to miss her terribly.
"I wish I didn't either, but I miss Ben and my buttercup," she giggled. We were sitting inside a restaurant at the Ritz-Carlton in Battery Park where she was staying.
"I know. Make sure you give them kisses for me when you get back home."
"I promise I will. When are you coming back Washington?" She asked. "We would love to have you stay with us and I'm sure you're dad would be very happy you to see you, too."
"I plan on heading out west next month. I'm gonna take some personal time off, especially after all the hard work I've helped put into this damn event." It was for a good cause but I was mentally exhausted and I needed some time away.
"Well in that case, make sure you let me know when your heading out that way so I can make sure to be available for a few days."
"Thanks Angela, for everything. You really helped everything come together."
"No problem hon. I loved working with you and Alice. I really had a fabulous time out here and I'm going to miss you," she said smiling as she grasped my hand and gave it a gentle squeeze. I placed my hand over hers and repeated the gesture.
"I have to go and get ready for tonight. I'll see you later."
"Ok see you later, Bells," she confirmed. I rose up from the table, pulling out a few bills and took one more sip of sweet tea. I leaned over, kissing Angela on her cheek before hailing a cab back home.
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The limo picked me up promptly at 8:30. I glanced at myself once more in the mirror, making sure I looked immaculate. My hair was styled in an elegant french twist and for makeup, I did a natural smokey eye and nude pink lip. I wore a strapless midnight blue evening gown with a sweeping train. Nude pigalle Louboutin pumps and diamond jewelry completed the look. I grabbed my clutch and carefully walked down the steps, lifting up the bottom of my dress so I wouldn't trip and hurt myself. The driver graciously helped me into the limo, securing the train of my gown before closing the door and hopping inside to head midtown.
When I arrived at MoMA, it was flooded with press, cameras flashing everywhere on the red carpet. I spotted Angela, Alice and Jasper talking animatedly. I kissed each of them on the cheek and told them how great they all looked. We posed together and took a few pics with Carlisle and Esme before heading inside for cocktails. Carlisle made a speech thanking all the attendees and business associates for coming out and supporting this year's cause for charity, which was for impoverished families. After he made a toast, we all clinked our classes and went to the courtyard. Angela really put the space to great use, the courtyard was draped in gold, red and cream tastefully. Dining tables were lit with candles, casting a romantic glow on each setting. A orchestra played music softly on a makeshift stage. Simply, everything was absolutely perfect.
