Chapter 2

The car stopped in front of a glassy gate which I assume to be our destination.

After the security check, they open the gate and Mike keeps driving.

Just when I thought I've seen it all, Mike parked in front of a huge mansion.

Everything about this place screams money!

I can't help but gasp at the sight of the beautiful castle standing right in front of me.

Of course, Mike didn't miss the surprised look on my face, as he smiled at me through the front mirror.

"You are not expecting this, are you?"

"Never have I ever imagined myself in such a beautiful and classy place."

He kept on smiling as I continue to observe my environment in awe.

"You should see the inside first, you will be shocked."

Mike might be Alex's driver but we vibe pretty well.

First, I'm not a snub plus he is a nice guy. He grew up with Alex and they share a bond but...

Anyway, he is friendly and I like him. Most times, he fills me with the gist of what is going on with the Bills. So yeah, he is a keeper.

"I guess you should get inside now, mike said. I am sure Mr Bills is already waiting for you."

"Alone?"

"What?"

"Will I be going inside alone?"

"Do you want me to call Mr bills for you?"

I heavy out a sigh. He's probably busy.

"Don't bother, Ain't you coming in?"

"I'm not allowed in."

"Why not?"

"Alex may treat me like a Fam, but to his family, I am just a mere driver who needs to know where he belongs."

"Is it that bad with the Bills?"

"You are about to witness it yourself."

"Is it too late to turn back?"

He shakes his head playfully as he smiled.

"Lucky you, it is too late."

I was about to ask a question when I felt someone gaze at me.

It's Alex. His eye roam over my body and I could see the lust in his eyes.

He stood at the entrance of the house looking all high and mighty in his well-tailored suit.

I must confess, I am so lucky to have him in my life. Not only did he look good, but he is also humble, smart, hardworking, he is just too perfect and to think of how much this man loves me is a blessing, a dream come true.

He looks cold on the outside, almost unapproachable but he is calm, funny and full of warmth to the people around him.

Even if I wanted to turn back because of his family, I'm afraid I'll go running right back into his arms, over and over again. That is how amazing he makes me feel.

He lifts my chin to face him and that is when I realize that all this while, I've been staring into space.

"Babe, are you okay? You look nervous."

"No, I'm fine. I was just thinking about how lucky I am to have this amazing man all to myself."

"Aww, I love you."

He places a kiss on my forehead and stares right into my eyes.

"You look breathtaking, he said kissing my cheeks. I want you to stay beside me all night long because I don't want other men gawking  over what is mine."

I smiled at his sudden possessive act.

"Well, I'm afraid girls will be lusting over you too. You look so hot. I said with my pout"

"And you don't like it?"

"No, you are meant to look good for me alone. I smiled. Do you have anyone who you are trying to impress tonight?"

"Yeah, I'm trying so hard to get some girl's attention. He said jokingly."

"You better not, I wouldn't want to go to prison for attempted murder."

He laughed at my comment but choose to let it go, thinking it was just a joke but Nah, I mean it. I'd go nut if I see this man with another lady.

He pull me closer to himself and said " let go introduce you to the world."

We walk hand in hand inside the house and damn, Mike wasn't exaggerating when he said I should see the inside first.

The interior decoration is top-notch. Everywhere is dazzling with expensive shit like damn, this house is a dream come true. It is magnificent.

Alex is oblivious to how I'm feeling right now as he walks towards a table I assume we would be seating at.

A group of people I assume to be his family are seated at the table laughing at some joke one of them made when Alex called their attention to himself.

"Hi ma, he greeted the woman I deduce to be his mother."

"My boy, the woman smiled, placing a kiss on his cheeks."

Alex greeted everyone at the table and made a sneaky comment to someone I assume to be Beatrice, his younger sister. The resemblance is quite notable.

She has the same eye as her brother. She is beautiful, tall and slim. She carries a cold expression like her brother but I know better than to judge from their look.

"Guys, Alex called out. This is Vivian, my girlfriend."

With that being said, they all snap their head in my direction, acknowledging my existence.

"Hi, I smiled nervously."

"You are?"

Someone I assume to be Alex's mom questioned, disgustingly eyeing me.

"Vivian Blake. I smiled, trying to be as polite as I can."

"What do you do for a living Vivian?"

"I am a writer and a journalist."

"Interesting, she said, clearly not amused.

How did you meet my son?"

"At a friend party."

"Wow! Alex, so you date call girls now. Huh?"

"Mom!"

"If she's not important, why did you bother to introduce her?"

"Mom!"

"What is it, son?"

"Mom, that is my girlfriend!"

"How can you bring a slut to an important function?

Just because she is putting on an expensive dress and makeup doesn't make her any better. Look at her son, she doesn't fit in. She doesn't belong here. What were you thinking when you brought her here?

Do you want to embarrass us?

Take her away in an instant before your father gets here."

Everyone kept quiet and Beatrice look bored from the whole thing.

Alex held an apologetic look and I suddenly felt stupid for wasting my precious time to impress this horrible woman only to be embarrassed in front of everyone.

Everyone has their gaze on me.

Everyone!

She was yelling so loud at Alex that it got everyone's attention.

I tried to walk away as calm as I can but the shame wouldn't let me.

I can't cry, not right here, not right now.

I stand still as I glare back at the woman standing right in front of me with pure hatred.

"What are you staring at whore?"

"Listen, woman, just because you are rich and all doesn't give you the right to talk down on anyone."

"What did you just say?"

"You heard me. It's such a shame that you live up to your infamous reputation. It's sickening."

"Am I the one you are talking to like that?

What is wrong with you wretched people?

Who raised you?"

"Someone better than you."

"What?"

"Yes, what?"

"Alex! Did you see the shame you brought into the family?"

"Why are you suddenly bringing Alex into this?"

"He brought me here in expectance that you will welcome me with open arms but instead, what did you do?

you decide to create a scene while calling me names.

yes, not everyone is as popular and influential as the Bills but that certainly doesn't give you the right to talk down on anyone.

yes! you are fortunate.

so what?

I can be in a better position tomorrow."

"Just because no one knows tomorrow does not mean I will come begging for your help. Stop being so delusional."

"No, I am not wishing for your downfall, but that doesn't mean that I will remain in one position forever."

"ugh, what a forlorn life!

hopes and dreams. isn't that the only thing that keeps you moving?

ain't you tired of giving yourself a false hope and face the reality has it is."

"That is exactly what I am doing. Facing the reality as it is.

yes, hopes and dreams are what pushes people like me to become better and that is what people like you would never understand. we aim high and that fuels our hunger to fulfil our dreams.

We never give up and that is how we made it this far.

It merely started by dreaming high."

with that being said, I don't need to be told twice before leaving the scene.

I left feeling wild with anger. Rather than being ashamed or embarrassed like I thought I'd be, it felt like a weight was lifted off my shoulder by talking back to that devil in disguise.

Nobody should ever make anyone feel like he is not enough.

Nobody!

My mom thought me better than to allow some woman to ruin my self-esteem.

I know I just ruin whatever chance I had with Alex but then, it is not like the evil woman would accept me anyway.

I don't know where my relationship stands with Alex right now, but I certainly have no regrets.