The Architect (Jemi Story)

The Artchitect Ep. 2 Blueprints

BluePrints

"Nice to meet you, Ms. Lovato. I'll be assisting you in with the blueprints for your new home." He smiled

"What does that mean? Wait don't answer that. Let me just get a cup of coffee and you can begin to bore me." Demi replied

Joe half smiled and walked back to the table to wait. This young woman's snark could push anyone away but Joe felt amused by it. Everyone is like a blueprint, it just takes time to read it and put it together. Joe smiled to himself, maybe this is why He didn't have any friends, no more referring to people as blueprints.

"Don't we have computers that do this now?" Demi asked as she walked over and noticed the white pads and pencils.

"Yes, we do. However, especially for a home, don't you think a hand made blueprint will be a lot more personal."

"Well, you're the boss. Whatever you think is best goes, right?"

"Actually... its whatever YOU want. You are the paying client." Joe offered back.

Wilmer walked around to kiss his fiance from behind her.

"I'm going to show Nick the property." he whispered in her ear.

"Alright, we might be a while in here anyway." Demi smirked.

"Nick turned to Joe and said "Call me if you need anything man."

"I will, thanks." Joe smiled back.

Wilmer and Nick walked out leaving Joe and Demi to their own business.

"Are you guys like BestFriends?" Demi asked

"Who me and Nick? Yeah, we've been best friends since high school. He's always had my back

"I remember when I had a bestfriend" she smiled a sad smile

"What happened?" He asked genuinely concerned

"People change, I changed, she changed" she shock her head "anyways can we get back to the blueprints" she said avoiding the topic

"Sure boss." Joe said with an understanding smile

"So, do you have any ideas?" He added

"A lot actually, I'm very precise."

After about 5 hours Joe and Demi had a basic draft of each of the 5 floors. Starting with the Ground Floor, followed by 2 floors of sleeping rooms and the master suite, and the top floor being a rooftop floor with an indoor pool, the last floor they worked on was the largest. The underground basement had everything from a bowling alley to a theater. It all lead out to the vast outdoor pool and Jacuzzi. Stairs would lead out into a rose garden and sport courts. Demi had also incorporated an area by the lake to serve as her wedding venue. Joe was surprised at just how detailed Demi was. She knew exactly where she wanted everything and exactly how she wanted it. However it did surprise him when the beautiful brunette would ask him for advice about certain rooms and especially how Deni had let him take almost full control of the ground and basement levels.

"This is only the basic draft, we'll go about a hundred drafts before you're actually satisfied."

"How will you know when I'm satisfied." Demi said with a tone Joe had yet to recognize.

"Actually, I wont know. You will." Joe smiled.

"How long does it usually take?" the brunette said impatiently.

"Usually a month or so, depending on how often we meet."

"Well, I want this done in a year."

"What?" Joe asked unbelieving what she just said

"You heard me. Look Doctor Build It. I have a lot of money, and I mean a lot. And I'm willing to spend all of it if it means having my house done in time for my wedding."

"Well, its not just the building and planning. Its the permits and all the legal stuff. Things that are out of my control."

"I'm a high end lawyer, with friends in very high places. You get my blueprints ready and I'll get your permits in less than a week." she smirked

"If you want these blue prints in less than a month we have to meet at least 3 times a week."

"I'll meet with you 10 times a week if it'll make it go faster."

"Well, the faster you start liking what we put on paper, the faster we can make a model replica and you'll be able to sign off on the building."

"And the contract, what does it include."

"Here's the hard copy." Joe smiled handing her the bulky stack of paper.

"Look, I spend all day reading this shit. Could you summarize?" the brunette smiled devilishly.

"Well, its a contract to hire me. Your fiance stated that you didn't want me working on other projects because it has to be expedited. My services are around the clock. I will be drawing out the official blueprints, which will include all safety markers and legal limitations. I will have specialists come in and draw in the piping, heating, air conditioning, and all of that sort. When the blueprint is finalized we will have it presented to get all the necessary permits."

"That's where I come in."

"Yes. And when the permits are given, the construction will begin. Unless you have a specific company you'd like to contract, I will appoint one for you. Along with construction will come landscaping and the cleaning of the lake."

"Well I give you full power to do all that."

"If we do this right, you'll have your home by this time next year."

"Fantastic! Where do I sign?" Demi smiled

"Wouldn't you like your fiance to be here? And also, I'd much rather we have a concrete blueprint before you sign." Joe said nervously

"Why do you doubt yourself?" Demi said without turning to him.

"Huh?"

"We've been sitting in this stinky ass kitchen for almost 6 hours and I've managed not to kill you. Give yourself some credit, I trust you're going to build my home, and that it will turn out perfectly." Demi said never even turning to the handsome guy beside her

Joe couldn't help but smile, behind that nefarious shell was a sweet girl that Joe hoped to one day actually meet.

"Now quit smiling and give me a pen."

Joe watched intently as Demi signed the contract. She was beautiful from all angles and he knew it.

Setting out his recorder he said, "Do you Demetria Devon Lovato accept that you signed on this day Monday, May 19,2014. And accept each and all deadlines and requisites set by me, Joseph Jonas in the building of your home on lot 407, in the great city of Ontario, Canada." Joe smirked as he spoke.

"I Demetria Devon Lovato accept each and every deadline and requisite set by the almighty Joseph Jonas, on this day Monday, May 19, 2014. And hold myself liable for any and all misunderstandings, mistakes, and limitations."

"You didn't have to say that." Joe said turning it off.

"I know, but I understand that this will come with a lot of consequences and I might not get everything I want."

"I'll do absolutely everything in my power so that you do." Joe smiled charmingly

"Smart guy." She smiled