Her Smell

Chapter 81- South African Escapade

Crystal blue waters,
Greenest of the green,
The vast wildernest awaits,
Our long term dream.

Take me to the place,
Where I can be myself,
Be with me, baby,
As I continue this path.

Shower me with love,
Never let me go,
Hold me in your arms,
And we are good to go.

Exploring, discovering,
Loving you.
Experiencing, enjoying,
All new things too.

Alex's POV

After sometime staying in London, Volkswagen called in for Cara to make the trip to South Africa for the commercial shoot. We are scheduled to stay there for 5 days before going back to London for a short break before the reshoot for Carnival Row.

I know, her schedule is crazy and I somehow wanted to ease it up but being a world class supermodel and actress, it is a little bit difficult.

This girl has proven her worth more than a dozen time and being a workaholic has always been her trait.

Her family has arrange for 15 days vacation after this crazy waterloo of her schedule.

I am just happy that this kid has find herself a woman who is willing to stay by her side no matter what, and that is Ashley.

When I first knew of this, being shocked is an understatement, I mean, Ashley has always been an epitome of the old hollywood glamour. Blonde hair, blue eyes, a total bombshell and then one thing led to another and now, they are in a serious relationship.

This is the most serious Cara that I have ever seen. Being her agent for a long time, I am fully aware of this kid's dating past.

Ashley just gets her and Cara is her priority. I would never imagine a famous actress like Ashley to choose Cara over her career but she did. I heard that she refused a film because it will be filming outside of America and she will need to be there for like 3 months. I know this was just a rumour bug if it indeed happened, her choosing to be with Cara is a big deal.

Though her family thought that it was only a ohase, Ashley prove them wrong, she is happy, in love with Cara and most of all, Cara loves her too.

People may never accept this kind of relationship but if they only knew. This couple is by far the sweetest I've ever seen.

I called Cara about her trip. She said to prepare a plus one and I know that Ashley is going as well. I still remember our conversation.

"C, Volksvagen just called in and has summoned you to be in South Africa for a 5- day shoot. Will you be okay? I can't go with you for the first two days. I need to be in Austin for a film review for you." I said in haste.

"Alex? This is Ash. Cara is still in the bathroom. She asked me to answer her phone. It is okay, don't worry. I am going with her. Have you booked the tickets already?" Ashley asked me.

"Not yet, Ash. Thank god you're here. I was actually calling to see if she wanted an extra ticket for you." I said and just so thankful that Cara won't leave alone.

"Uhm, can I book her ticket? Don't tell her I paid, okay? Let me treat her this once." Ash said which earn warmth in my heart.

"But Ash, this is sponsored." I argued back.

"It is okay, just add it on her paycheck. I wanted to make it an escapade rather than her work. And South Africa is amazing." Ash said and I can't say no to that.

We talked some more about the hotel arrangements and Cara's schedule and to my surprise, Ashley did not request any changes on Cara's schedule. I bid her goodbye and she said she will book the ticket immediately.

At Present.....

Ashley's POV

"Mom, no, I am leaving, I am not going back to America anytime soon.
I told you, I am taking a break. No, I am going to South Africa with my girlfriend." I said in a loud voice. My mom has been unreasonable these days.

Ever since I told her that I agreed to be Cara's girl ahe became indifferent, I mean, I know that it is a shocker that that is the truth. I am in love, with a woman who is so good, so loving and so beautiful. I thought she just needed time.

"No Ashley Victoria, you are not in love with her. This is only a phase, only a temporary thing. You have been with guys your whole life and now you will declare you're gay, this is an abomination, highly unacceptable. This is the highest form of humiliation for any parent. How can her mom apprive of this disgusting thing? No! My daughter is not gay, I will never accept it!"

"Mom, for once in my life, I never wanted someone as I wanted her, I never felt love, the way she makes me feel, I have never been so thankful to have thia decision, to be with the person I love and who loves me back. You all see it as a mistake, I see thia as a blessing. You see me as an unfilial daughter but since the day I was born, this is the only time that I will stand for myself, I love ny family, yes, but I love her too. I am happy, mom. Can't you be happy for me?" I asked my mom, now in a calm voice, the voice I only use to people I care about.

"No, if this is the case, choose, us or her!" mom yelled loudly over the phone.

"I love you all, but I know, Shay will support me, I am so sorry mom, I never wanna choose but you are making me do so and yes, I choose to be with her. I'll follow my heart this time and I know I'll be happy with her." I said in a loving and understanding voice.

My mom simply hang up on me. I am unusually calm, I sat by the edge of our bed, I glanced up the door and saw her, standing there with that sad eyes. I know she heard everything.

I motioned for her to me. She walked slowly, wiping the tears from her eyes.

"I am so sorry." She said in a whisper, standing still in front of me with tears flowing freely from her eyes.

I stood up and gathered her in my arms. I know she is crying for me. Ever since my mom has started to openly show her hatred towards me and Cara, I stopped caring about it. My focus is this woman in front of me.

"I never intend for you to cut ties with your family, Ash. Never, I only wanted to love and be happy with you." Cara said still tearing up.

I lifted her chin up and kissed her tears away. "No, it is not your fault. It is nobody's fault. I love you, Cara and I won't regret my decision to be with you. You are the greatest love I've ever had and I will never forsake it. You are worth it." I said as I hugged her tighter. "Dry your tears, baby. We gotta flight to catch. Let's have the best time in South Africa." I said kissing her once more.

We just stayed like that for quite sometime but it is as though I can here her thoughts. It is emanating in me, her warmth is telling me, "I will never let you go, I love you so much and I will always protect you."