Chapter 2- Mystery Man

Jade Smith's Point of View:

After the whole charade with Christy, I made my breakfast which consisted of toast and bacon with my favorite chocolate tea. After eating I cleaned up all the crumbs from my face and went to the bathroom to brush my teeth again. I looked to the mirror and made sure I looked presentable for work, I didn't want to look like a mess.

Walking out of the bathroom I headed straight for Christy's room, without knocking I walked in to find her reading a magazine. She looked up to me with a devilish smile on her face. I swear she was always up to no good. I sometimes felt like an overprotective sister or mom.

I already knew that the only reason why she was reading the magazine was because of the half-naked men in there. Ignoring her reading I ruffled her already messy hair a little. She hated when I did that which only made me do it more. It brought me the greatest joy in the world to annoy her.

"I'm leaving now," I said to her.

"I'll see you later," she replied turning her attention back to the magazine. Wow, I feel the love.

Rolling my eyes I exited the room and went back into the kitchen to take up my bag. Humming softly to myself I stepped through the front door closing it behind me. I quickly walked over to my car and got in. I ain't rich but I'm not entirely poor either. You could say I'm just making my way through life. I started this new job about three months ago and I've been loving it so far.

After fifteen minutes of being on the road, I pulled up to the restaurant that I've been working in ever since I moved here with Christy. The restaurant is a famous one called 'Cynthia' and it's owned by some billionaire. I've never met the man though because he wasn't the one to interview me. I didn't expect him to either, a man of his caliber didn't have time for little ole me.

Stepping out of the vehicle I took up my bag and went into the restaurant. I walked straight to the side door that led to the backroom. I greeted the other waitresses and waiters there with a small smile. I haven't been here long so I'm not the best of friends with anyone here yet. Walking straight to the lockers I slowly put in my combination code. One of the things I loved about working here was the level of security I had with my things.

I swear this makes me feel like I'm in high school again.

After putting it in my bag I grabbed my apron and tied it around my waist. Closing the door I walked to the front picking up a new pen and small notepad. That's another one of the many things I love about working here. A fresh notepad and pen were waiting for me every day.

With a sigh, I started my rounds going around serving customers. I was just serving an iced tea to a young couple when the restaurant door opened to reveal a very handsome young man. He was enchanting with his dark hark and sensual brown eyes. I was getting hot just looking at him.

"Thank you," the young woman said offering me a smile.

I turned back to face her blushing slightly not knowing why. Maybe it's because she almost saw me ogling a customer. Get it together Jade.

"Your very welcome," I replied turning around to sit on one of the chairs to the side.

The thing with 'Cynthia's' is that they allow the waiters and waitresses to sit on chairs to the side so that we can see all who enter the restaurant and who needs to be served. Right now sitting here I couldn't help but stare at the mystery man that entered the room a while ago. He was just sitting there but I felt all sorts of shy being in his presence.

He was just typing away at his phone without a care in the world yet he still managed to look intimidating. I noticed that no one made a move towards him and so I decided that I should probably take his order. Taking a deep breath I stood up and walked over to his table. I don't even know why I chose to do this, I should have let someone else serve him but I was feeling bold today.

I awkwardly cleared my throat to get his attention. He looked up at me and I could have sworn that my heart skipped a beat. A soft gasp escaped my lips as I calmed my wayward thoughts. He was beautiful.

"G-good morning," I stuttered cursing under my breath. I never stutter. This man was turning me into a blubbering fool.

"What would you like to order?" I asked in a more composed voice. I refused to be shaken by him.

I stood there feeling even more awkward and nervous than I already did. The feeling was short-lived when he spoke his voice was husky and masculine, it sent shivers down my spine. He could talk to me all day and I wouldn't mind.

"I'm fine," he said "but thank you for asking"

"Just let one of the staff know when you're ready," I told him walking away in a daze.

I can't believe what just happened. How can I be so affected by him with just a few words? I looked back at him to find him staring right back at me. Shit. I wasn't expecting to see him looking at me. I tore my eyes away from him and looked down.

Quickly turning around I speed walked to the back room. I had no idea what just happened but it was so weird and shocking, to say the least. I thought back to how his eyes and traveled the length of my body in one quick scoop and how I wished he would do it again. This man had me so flustered it wasn't even funny.

What the hell just happened?