FATE

2- The meeting 2

We walk into the hall and my eyes scan every thing in it. From the people to its decoration and interior .It had an exquisite chandelier that stood in the middle of the room, golden light that lit up the room and a well crafted pattern of Italian tiles. This place must cost real money.

Charlie leads me to a group of guys probably for introduction. They all exchange pleasantries ,'I mean shaking of hands'.

"Tony this is Lilly, Deji this is Lilly ",he the turns to face me "Lilly this are my friends Tony and Deji". Such a formal introduction from a business man.

"Nice to meet y'all ", I responded and busied myself with my phone.

"So where's Lemuel? " I hear Charlie ask as I type furiously on my phone.

"He'll be here soon",Tony replied

I turned to grab a drink from the waiter standimg behind me and suddenly the smell of someone's cologne fill the air .This scent was so tempting and dominating , I felt it. Grabbing my drink I turned to see who it was:A god and the most handsome man I 've ever set my on.Was he the man of the day whom we all awaited?...

I didnt realise my mouth hung open for split seconds until I heard someone clearing their throat, I turned and it was Charlie.

"Lilly this is my good friend ",he announces anticipating my response.

His friend just stretches his hand for a handshake which I quickly give. His hands were quite larger than mine and so manly.It was warm and made me feel safe for those moments as it covered mine. I seized this opportunity to scan his face. A pointed nose,oval face,shaped and trimmed beards,full eyebrow with pink lips.

"I'm Lemuel "

"I'm Lilly ", I reply and flush. We've been like this for seconds and I didn't want this moment to end.

I turn to my left to look for Chalie and then I realised that so many gazes were fixed on us,that was when I withdrew from the handshake.I whisper to Charlie that I was going to go have a seat at the other end of the hall cos my feet were aching.Before I left I flashed Lemuel a smile that didnt expose my teeth.It was then I took a note of his dressing scrutinizing him from head to toe. A black t shirt ,blue leather jacket,faded blue jeans trouser with Gucci belt and black Nike sneakers. He has some fashion sense and for some reason I liked it.

I walked away to avoid further questions.

***
I just busied myself with a book on wattpad as I crossed my leg.I sipped my drink which was on the table at regular intervals.I perceive a familiar scent and I look up to see the Greek god from earlier on.

"Hey," I greet and glue my eyes to him.He had two glasses in his hands.

"Would you like," he proposed holding out one glass to me. I just pointed to my drink on the stool beside me.

"Ooh,"he realised."but its white wine,"he tried to convince me.

"I dont drink,"I state sardonically and play with the curled ends of my hair.

"Ooh, the good girl,"he then airquotes his word.

My face twists into a frown at him , how can he just conclude? And then he smirks.

"Chill , I'm just joking,"he beckons and nudges my arm.I felt my heart sink.

"I forgive you ," I then smile playfully.

"Ooh, I'm touched,"he gushed like a girl placing his hand on his chest.

"No but why wont you drink,"he presses and I respond by shrugging my shoulders.

"Your different ,"he admits.

"You must be the bad boy then,"I was trying to get back at him.

"Nah my life is balanced. I only perform my duties and responsibilities. For me thats life,"

I just smile happily now , "Well for me I'm the good girl but then no one steps on my toes. I believe life is good and we should all live our lives to the fullest not daring to please anyone."

His pupils dilate and he narrows his eyes at me.

"You dont look like someone who's living life to the fullest.You look like you're scared hiding in your shell," I just gasped ; how was he able to read me.

"Thats a lie, "I disagree and form a stern face to back up statement.

He then holds my face in his manly warm hand and turns me to face him. A mere touch melted me talk more of looking straight into his eyes.My heart rate quickened.I blinked to make sure that this was just an illusion but then I still met his eyes.

"If you need to talk to anyone, I'm always there," he then hands me his card

"Why do you think I will want to talk to talk to you," I deadpan looking boldly at him.

His lips just twitch into a smile. I couldnt help but get lost in the world of admiring his facial features, especially his lips.I felt something warm on my cheek and I realised it was those lips.I gasped immediately and touched the spot.

"You may not want to admit it but you really do want to talk to me," he whispered into my ear and then smirks.Now that one got me heated.

He then stood up to go,"bye princess, and dont forget to use the card," and then he disappears and I'm left alone in my own world.

It was then I realised I was still touching the spot of the kiss with my left hand and his card on my right hand. I just brought my left hand to my lips and clutched the card tightly.

Who was this guy and how did he read me so well?.I 've never seen someone read me so well or tell me the truth so plainly;not even Charlie who always considered my feelings.

I really wanted to talk to him. I wanted to know who Lemuel was.
I felt so different and I knew a change had begun in me.