Love And Hate A Gideon Cross Love Story

Chapter 8

We walked into a private boutique , after being swarmed by paparazzi,  however I still didn't know why we were here. I turned to Gideon,  he was speaking to the store manager, whom I smiled at,  before interjecting their conversation with my own question. "Gideon what are we doing here? " he frowned and looked at me and said,  "You said you didn't bring any clothes didn't you? " I was struck with realisation.  " Gideon , C'mon  I don't need new clothes I have so much at home" he looked at me and smiled that sweet smile,  " Yes, but those clothes are at home,  now we're shopping for clothes for you to wear when you come to New York,  and now you can't have an excuse not to stay,  so let's get to picking shall we " . I realised what he was saying, however I did not relish the thought of having Gideon pick out my wardrobe,  therefore  I decided to speak up.  " Gideon " I spoke firmly. "I will choose my clothes and I will pay for them,  those are my conditions to staying tonight" he looked up and I knew this look all too well,  he was annoyed with me,  believe me, he was really proud of my business and the empire I've launched and he is most definitely proud of all my success,  however when I wear my independence on my sleeve in moments like this,  he finds it bruising to his ego,  I found it cute. "Angel" he said and massaged his temple " I know how you aren't fond of me doing things like this for you,  but please, just this once let me spoil you " I sighed,  " I don't need to be spoilt babe,  last time I went shopping  , I bought an airline with Christian Grey.." he grunted as I mentioned  Christian,  he felt threatened by him because we were so close,  and after our breakup I got closer to him because  I spent more time with Mia,  and Anna. I realised what I needed to do,  I pulled him in for a quick peck, just then we heard a camera click and I knew our relationship would be headlines,  really soon. I groaned and looked down,  and then I was hit with a wave of realisation,  my relationship with Gideon is going to be plastered and people are going to batter me online,  again.  Was I ready for it?  God no!! 
"Angel" ,Gideon said..  "Hmm? " I said startled,  "Can I please do this for you?" he pleaded with me , I know most girls would love this,  but I wasn't like most girls, neither was my relationship...  " yeah okay.  Uhm I'm gonna go to the car" I said in a daze,  Gideon noticed my mood change, but knew better than to confront me about it now..

I sat in the car , and wondered what the hell I was doing,  was I ready to do this?  I needed Annalise,  I dialled her number and she answered on the second ring,  all bubbly like she always is.
"Annalise" I said,  hearing my own voice I realised I was crying.
"Baby girl slow down what's wrong?"
" I love Gideon,  but I don't know if I can handle the media storm again."
"If you love him , enjoy him,  fuck what they think, it should be about you guys no one else."
"You're right,  I guess its just gonna take some time to get used to"
"Calm down and take a breather,  I'm here for you , okay."
" Thank you Annalise"
"Don't worry about it I love you,  and I'll see you when you get back."
"About that, I'm staying here tonight I don't know till when,  Gideon is actually with a wardrobe stylist right now buying me clothes to keep at his place."
"OMG, are you serious? How did he get you to let him do that???"
" I got caught up in my thoughts,  and he took advantage of that,  I'll give you the details when I come back."
" You have to!!  Look John just got back so I'll call you or text you later okay?  Take care. I love you byeee"
"Love you too, bye.."
We ended the call.