Meet My Fiancee 2

* Andrea *

“ It's an honor to have you all here for the annual CEO of the year awards. We're hoping this year will be as peaceful as the previous years. For now, enjoy yourselves.”

That said, a song began playing with couples dancing. I was standing with Derrik when Isabella came. She has been acting like some sort of leech stuck unto Derrik. 

“Let's dance, Derrik.” She started dragging Derrik to the dance floor after saying that. 

The next moment, Derrik had his arm removed from her grip and heading towards me. 

“May I have this dance Andrea?”

I nodded in response as I took his hand which was stretched out to me. 

His hand placed on my waist sent shivers down my spine. I had my hand on his shoulder as we stared into each other's eyes. 

It looked like everything had stopped moving and we were the only people in this world. Our eyes speaking to each other. 

We were lost in the moment until an applause broke through. Turns out the song was over and we were in the spotlight now. 

“An amazing moment. Thank you all once again for being here and now, to the main program, we will be announcing the Ceo of the year.”

I quickly broke free from Derrik rushing to the washroom. The feeling was overwhelming. 

One will think we were lovers judging by what happened earlier on the dance floor. All this is too much to handle. 

When I finally felt calm, I left the washroom to the hall and that was when I heard Derrik speak. 

“Thank you all for this opportunity. I'm glad to be announced as the best Ceo this year too, but I have an important announcement for you all.”

I knew where this was leading to. He was going to call out his fiancée, which is me. No matter how prepared I was, I wasn't fully prepared for today. 

“I have been in the news several times questioning my sexuality. Some go to the extent of publishing news about me from the wrong angles.”

He paused, looking around for something– or maybe somebody. He stopped the moment his eyes landed on me, giving a little smile. 

The paparazzi was taking pictures, definitely to make news tomorrow. 

“I want to introduce you all to my fiancée.”

“His fiancée?”

“That is surprising.”

“How come nobody knew about her?

Another round of whispers I was hearing around. 

This is it, the moment I've been training my mind for. Becoming popular overnight, my fear. 

He pointed his finger in my direction and everybody turned to look at me. 

“Andrea Price. The woman I'll be getting married to.”

And there, the spotlight was on me. I could hear silent whispers. 

The Scotts had left in anger and so did Mr. Johan. 

I went up the stage to stand close to Derrik. 

Click, click. 

Cameras everywhere. My family will find out at this rate. I forced out a smile to take the picture as Derrick had me in his grip. 

People were rushing to talk to us as we were trying to leave the stage. They want something to talk about, something to publish. 

We went straight into Derrik's car as his driver drove off. 

After this night, so many things will change. My family's trust in me will be shattered.

I got home and met Lisa. 

“How did it go Andrea? I know your boss might have gotten the award as always.” Lisa asked immediately I entered. 

“Why are you not asleep Lisa?”

“Duh, isn't it obvious? I was waiting for you to give me the gist of what happened there.”

She dragged me to the couch almost immediately. 

“Now, tell me all that happened.”

I could only smile as I looked at her. I am going to miss her. 

Hum! 

I decided to tell her everything that happened, excluding Derrik's announcement and my encounter with Mr. Johan. 

That night, I went to bed afraid of the news that awaits me the next day. 

I knew my face would be all over the news by tomorrow. 

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Derrik's POV

Andrea came out of her house looking dashing as ever. I wanted nothing more than to compliment her look. 

She looked so beautiful and as if we had the same thoughts, we were in matching outfits. 

She was checking me out and I was happy but I cut her off. We were to arrive at the event soon and I can't spare time for a staring competition. 

Getting to the location, the paparazzi kept taking pictures and I could tell Andrea was uncomfortable. 

I left her to talk to a few personalities and I saw her interaction with Isabella. I chose not to interfere and continued with my business. 

When Mr. Scott threatened to withdraw his investment in the company, I wasn't surprised. I knew that was the only thing the Scotta would result in. 

Dad continued to argue about not accepting Andrea, but my decision was made already.

Then, it was time for the dance. Bold of Isabella to think I'd dance with her. No. Never. 

On the dance floor, I felt we were the only people around. Andrea and I. 

She left hurriedly after the dance and that was when the announcement was made. 

“Once again, you're all welcomed here. Now, to the Ceo of the year, is a personality we all know. This person has won this award over the years due to his dedication and hardwork.”

“The Ceo of this year's award goes to, none other than, Mr. Derrik King.”

I was smiling as I went up towards the stage. This was how it had always felt, exciting. 

“Thank you once again for this opportunity.”

I decided to make the announcement and that was when I scanned the room until my gaze landed on Andrea. 

I called out her name as my fiancée. She looked shocked even though I told her I was going to make this announcement. 

We went to her place afterwards. She was quiet all through the journey. 

Dropping her, I went home and met my angry father. 

“You still went ahead to do what I asked you not to do, Derrik! I told you I won't accept anyone else if it's not Isabella.”

“Dad, that was my decision not yours. She will be staying with us starting tomorrow.”

“Derrik!! You took major decisions on your own. I will never accept her. Never.”

“You have to dad.”

I left after I said this. I don't have the strength for all this.