Encounter

chapter 23

Forth's pov:

We slowly made our way to the next floor for the refreshments. Beam didn't let go of my hand even for a second. It played a big role in keeping me relaxed in this huge crowd and luxurious place. 

We made our way to the long table where drinks and light snacks were being served. I decided not to get anything to eat and just drink some juice. I'm not a big fan of alcoholic drinks.

Beam and p'Mark were standing beside me when someone approached us. 

"Hello my name is Tae Darvid. I own RX company. We are a regular customer of this company. I look forward to working with you." He smiled at me and extended his hand.

I smiled and shook it. 

"He's still a newbie designer Mr. Darvid. I'm surprised you want to work with a newbie rather than the company's most experienced ones." P'Mark spoke up. He had a serious expression on his face.

"I used to think that newbie designers were too immature for my taste but after seeing his designs i changed my mind." He answered with a smile. "Now if you would excuse me i have some business to attend to." 

With that he left. 

I looked at p'Mark. 

"He ridicules all the newest designers saying they don't have enough experience to be working with a company such as his. Even if the newest ones are the company's current top designers." He said.

"Then why is he interested in Forth?" Beam asked.

"I don't know either. I don't trust him. He's up to something." P'Mark narrowed his eyes.

Beam squeezed my hand. 

After that many other people approached us congratulating me for releasing my first collection and complimenting me about my designs.

After they finally left us alone, i turned to p'Mark. 

Where's the washroom?

"It's right there." He pointed towards a door in the far corner of the room.

I nodded. I turned to Beam.

I'll be right back.

"Ok don't take too long." He said and let go of my hand.

I nodded and made my way to the washroom. 

I was washing my hands when i hear someone entering the washroom. I didn't look up and just continued washing my hands.

"Newbie designer huh?" He spoke up.

I froze when i heard the voice. My blood ran cold. 

Why is he here?

I hesitantly looked up into the mirror. 

He was standing behind me with an evil grin on his face. 

"So this is what you've been upto after running away from me." He stepped closer. 

I made a move to go out but he slammed his hand onto the counter. 

I was startled and took a few steps back. 

The washroom suddenly felt really small. I felt suffocated. 

He slowly stepped towards me. 

I looked towards the door and noticed it was locked.

Oh no. 

I kept backing up as he kept coming closer. This went on until i reached the wall.

"You can't run from me." He hissed lowly.