Andrew smiled. "Thank you once again for your purchase, I can assure you that she will like-- no, love this! It is very modest and white signifies a cool and calm color.""Thank you for your help, I hope I haven't made you lose your trip?" Chris' brow arched."No but you will if you keep me here." Andrew laughed softly.Chris let out a soft chuckle. "Ah alright, have fun at your-- did you say cruiser? Well, have fun there.""Thank you once again." Without wasting any more time, Andrew got into his black Benz and drove away. "Someone more important than his own legally married wife?" He asked himself as he drummed softly with his fingers on the steering wheel. "If it's not his mother or sister then... He's such a jerk."His phone vibrated from the holder and he picked it up. "Didn't I connect this thing to the car?" He muttered the question to himself as he flashed a glance at the phone to see the caller. "Hey siri," he chanted."Uh huh?" Siri responded. "Connect my phone to the car.
Cara stared at her reflection in the bathroom mirror, wondering when the courage to go back out would fill her up. Her reflection stared back at her and she let out a soft sigh.She kept asking herself, why would Romeo do something like that? It was caring, yes, but also quite embarrassing for her.How would she face him? How was she supposed to go back out there and pretend like she had only excused herself to powder her nose?How would he look at her now?She let out a sigh. "Maybe I can pretend to have a work emergency and then go back home to bury myself under my blanket for the rest of my life!" Another devastated sigh left her mouth.That would be no use because knowing Romeo, he wouldn't let her go."Alright!" She suddenly stood with her back straight and her chest forward. "There's nothing to be ashamed of about this! Own it! You're a woman and it happens! Obviously, Romeo being a sophisticated man will not make mentions of this or try to use it as a joke to embarrass you so t
They all looked surprisedly at Romeo, even Andrew. Their sweet smiley boy was never one to curse like that.Cara took out her phone and responded hesitantly. "It's... It's Chris." She stared at the screen once more. "Wait, what? Why is he calling me?""That's what I'd like to know!" Romeo said sharply. "Does he take you for a fool or what? After leaving you like that, he needs to know it's the end of the story for both of you. Why the f*ck haven't you blocked his number anyway?"Her eyes were wide open. She didn't know why Romeo was so angry. She knew he disliked Chris. Anyone in their right state of mind would. But he never really said bad words out loud or lost his cool like that just at the mention of Chris."Uhm... Sorry?" She hesitantly responded. "Uhm... I'll just... I'll pick it up real quick and be right back with you. It seems I didn't make myself clear enough the last time we met." With a sigh, she picked the call and walked out of the mini mart.Romeo let out a sigh as he r
"You are the worst man-- no, the worst human to ever exist." She said to him."What?" He seemed confused by her sudden rude reply. "What are you...? Cara--""You useless son of a b*tch! What do you actually take me for? A cheap woman? You think I'll come crawling back to you because you bought me a car? A cheap car?!"Who told you it works like that Chris? Rather than apologizing, you just downgraded my life to the lowest level possible and you want me to do what? Tell you I love you and go back to you?"She scoffed a laugh. "I would rather eat sh*t than do that! No, I would rather jump in front of a car and then jump in front of a train and have them dump my body into the river where piranhas can eat me instead of going back to you!""Watch your tone Cara, I am being really open and generous with you here!" He barked. "So if this is a joke then you had better stop it because it is not funny.""Oh honey, it is far from funny." Cara stated. "You are a selfish jerk with the worst person
Everything about him was perfect. From his looks to his dressing and his smile and his hair. The way the words he spoke rolled off his tongue perfectly made it impossible to guess that he was Asian. Only his Indian last name and skin color gave him away.He stared back at her like someone who was interested in her. But how would she say it-- if need ever be-- that she was only drawn by his good looks but was truly interested in another man?She smiled softly and cleared her head of the thought. "I'll get going now but I'll see you there?""Yeah." He smiled. As she was about to walk away, he called out to her. "Hey, uh, do you think I could get your number?"She smiled.***Romeo sat in the driver's seat with a deep frown on his face. He had seen her walk in and expected her to have walked out a while ago when she noticed he wasn't there.Suddenly he asked himself. "What is wrong with you, Romeo? Why are you being so dramatic? Isn't this for the best?" His brow arched as he asked.He l
Anger caused her to clench her first till her nails dug into her skin yet she wore a smile on her face like she wasn't even bothered in the slightest way about what she had just witnessed."Alright, alright, you love each other, we get it." Rick rolled his eyes. "Can we just get on the freaking cruiser now? I've grown old while waiting for you guys.""Every time I look at these two, it makes me wanna barf." Andrew rolled his eyes as he said.They all started towards the cruiser while a few men walked over to their car and started unpacking their load.Camilla walked with her arms around Romeo and he placed an arm over her shoulder.He turned to look at Cara and smiled at her. "Let's go."She nodded and followed them. "Uhm but wait, Romeo?"Romeo stopped and Camilla next to him still hugged him tight, her head on his chest.Cara felt awkward to even have a conversation with him with the dark eyed woman around. She pointed at their bags, "our things... Uhm... Will they...?""Oh you don'
A few hours before night time...Romeo stood by the edge of the ship, relaxing on the railing while the wind ruffled through his hair. A glass of whiskey was in his hand.He had refused to drink from the one Andrew had bought because it was cheap and would probably not be of good quality.He wasn't being judgemental, it was just the way he was trained and brought up.He stared into the deep blue sea, wishing his mind would be at rest like the water. But in his head, there was a heavy storm. If he were to give it a name, he would call it the unresting sea.He was worried since Cara hadn't left her room since they got on the boat but he didn't want to go and see her. His feelings had been getting the best of him lately and he wasn't sure what he would do if he were to be alone with her.Why was it always so hard with women?With a sigh, he raised his glass to his mouth and took a sip from it."Seriously, is this a party or a funeral?" Andrew asked as he walked up to Romeo and relaxed on
Cara frowned. "Sure, we do need to talk. Come on in." She pulled the door wide open for him. Though she was acting angry-- which she was-- she was actually startled to see Romeo so... Disorganized.He was never one to show that side of him to anyone.He closed his eyes and fought the urge to throw up before opening his eyes back. "I don't... I don't think I should."Her eyes rolled skyward. Grabbing his hand, she led him into her room and slammed the door.They stood so closely to each other that the strong smell of alcohol filled up her entire lungs just by standing in front of him. He must have really had a lot to drink.His cheeks burnt red. He averted his gaze and took a step back.She scoffed angrily. "What so you're avoiding me now that you're getting married?"His thick brow arched in confusion. "What?""Yeah, I know. Camilla told me about it and even if she hadn't, I saw the ring on her finger and the way she hugged you and wouldn't let go. The way you smiled too, you never sm
"Oh dear!" Jessica suddenly screamed, placing a hand on her forehead and acting like she was in distress and was about to pass out. A princess in distress. "How long will I have to put up with this?" She cried out. All eyes were now fixed on the catastrophic show that she was putting on. Murmurs followed without a second's pause. "What is going on?" "Is there a fight between the former couple?" "Is something going on between Mr Knowles' son and his ex wife?" Jessica pretended like she was heartbroken even though she was a woman without a heart. "How long will I live in the shadows of Cara Smith?!" She demanded firmly, letting her voice overshadow the murmurs of the onlooking crowd. She walked towards her husband and stood in front of him. No one expected the next cause of action, not even Chris, until a loud and resounding slap landed on his face.Gasps erupted in the hall, from Cara as well. Meanwhile Romeo just stared in awe. Chris growled angrily. "What the f*ck did you just
Cara stared at Sarah's reaction and realized that something was wrong. She knew the woman quite well, after all that was her mother in-law for years. Obviously, Jessica had something against her and was making her dance to her will. It even became more glaring when Sarah unwillingly wrapped her arms around Jessica and gave her soft pats on her back. People applauded the obvious fake act of love just because. No one was interested in the family problem they were having although they did not mind gossiping about them. "What do you think is going on between those two?" Romeo asked as he leaned in closer to Cara, keeping his voice to a whisper loud enough for only her to hear. She was surprised that he had even noticed it but then again, Romeo had proved to be a man of keen sight. She turned to move closer to him and responded. "I did not think you would notice. It is obvious that Jessica has something against her mother-in -law, that is if the Jessica I know is still in there, then
All eyes were fixed on Cara and Romeo yet the two walked without a care of the world. Cara would not lie that a part of her was feeling nervous but she managed to keep it from showing. Thanks to the man she had right next to her, anything seemed possible and nothing seemed impossible. She walked with her hand wrapped around his, keeping each other close no matter what. Romeo on the other hand was not worried a single bit, it was not the first time for him attending such a gathering and it was definitely not the first he would have all eyes focused on him. He had gotten used to having so much attention on him and being in the spotlight from a very young age thanks to the family he hailed from. It was his strength and weakness. Mr Knowles rushed from the stage and hurried towards Romeo. "Mr Armani! I didn't know you would be the one attending the event." Romeo gave him a gentle smile. "It is a pleasure to see you too Mr Knowles. Is my presence not gracing enough?" He let his b
Guests had already begun to arrive and Jessica personally went to greet them in her inciting dress. People stared, men with interest and women with disapproval, but Jessica cared less about those judgy eyes that were fixed on her. She did what she did in her sane mind so she owned the dress like a queen, telling herself how much she slayed. Chris on the other hand found himself staring at her curves, once again, he was being lured towards her. Whenever they stood together to greet a guest, he could touch her body sensually, caressing her and feeling her curves. Jessica didn't fight it, she allowed it willingly. When the party was all over, she knew he would come to her and only then would she shut him out. “Thank you for coming,” Michael smiled widely as he greeted the vvip of the events. He was nervously on the lookout for the Armani representatives, usually Tori Armani and her husband, Marcus. But he managed to keep his anxiety from showing on his face as he said hello to his f
Jessica stared contentedly at the image in the mirror before her. Looking back at her was a sexy woman dressed in a red rather sexually provoking red armless dress that revealed more than enough skin. Her bare leg up to her thigh was out in the open and so were most of her breast and cleavage. The back and front– save for the bust area– of the dress was plain see through net with floral patterns and the length flowed all the way to the ground. It had beautifully wavy designs and would have been perfect for a night with her husband alone rather than a night with her husband and several prestigious guests as well. Her black six inch heels shone perfectly, a color to match her purse and silver accessories designed her neck and ear. Her mother in law walked in, dressed decently in a mid length white gown that was neither too free nor too tight. Her hair was packed into a perfect ponytail and she had decided on pearls for jewelry. She stared surprisedly at her daughter in law, her jaw
Romeo coughed, choking on his meal. He reached for his glass and took a generous sip from it and returned the glass to the table. “I'm sorry, you caught me off guard.” Clearing his throat, he continued, “I'm… confused. Are you asking me to marry you or are you curious to know if I want to marry you?” “I…” she chuckled softly. “Sorry, I don't– I don't even know where that came from. It's just… I have been thinking– a lot actually about our… future together. I mean, I don't–” she paused, smacking her lips together then scratching her head confusedly. “I mean I don't know what will happen to us and I think I am scared of getting married.” She finally confessed. Romeo squinted, staring into her confused eyes. He reached out and touched the hand of the woman sitting opposite him and smiled. “So this is what that was about…” he softly said.She looked confusedly into his emerald eyes. “What what is about?” Her thin and perfectly shaped brow twitched. He drew his hand back and rose to his
Romeo got to Cara's house that evening and she gladly offered him some green tea to replenish his strength lost at work. She herself had just returned not quite long. She sat down next to her lover and stared confusedly at him. “You look troubled, is everything alright?” He took a sip from his tea and placed it on the table. “I look like this thanks to fatigue. But, something noteworthy did happen today. Apparently, Jessica came by to my workplace to drop an invitation for me.”Cara's brow furrowed. “An invitation? What did she say to you?” “She didn't wait to see me. She was ‘busy’. But she handed the invitation to my driver and not even my secretary. They are having an anniversary and it is completely normal to reach out to an Armani on things like this but definitely not me. I might hold a prestigious position but my parents are considered to be higher than me and they would have gotten the invite. Or at least they should have. “I don't know if I am being over calculative about
They all stared confusedly at Michael, waiting for him to explain himself. The man grinned from ear to ear and nodded affirmatively at his daughter in-law. “This is exactly the kind of character we need in the Knowles company, you know how hard we are trying to thrive, with such a determined mind, we can do anything!”He turned to look at his wife. “Sarah, listen to me.”Sarah stared impatiently at her husband, gritting her teeth in annoyance but trying her very best to hold herself back before she scratched out his eyeballs. Michael continued. “You told me personally that you need a break, you said you have not been able to pay close attention to your fashion house, would you rather give her control over what you hold so dearly to your heart or just a simple position in my company?” His brow arched. He walked towards Jessica and touched her shoulder slightly. “This young soul burning with rage is what we need. Of course… I am not happy that my son's marriage is not working out well
Cara slid on her blouse, a shade of green, fitting tightly around her bust and small waist. She pulled her pants up her slim legs and buttoned it properly around her waist. “Don't forget your jacket babe.” Romeo remained her as he dressed himself up properly. She smiled and nodded her head. Throwing her jacket around her shoulders and sliding her arms through the arm holes, she was done dressing and ready to leave. Romeo stopped by the door, his hand resting on the door knob. He sucked in air through his lips and turned back to face Cara. “Are you sure ice cream is really what you want to have for breakfast? You have thought deeply about it? I mean I don't mind, I can whip up something fast and delicious for you if you would like.”“Ice cream will do just fine.” Cara responded with a soft smile. “It's not like I wouldn't enjoy a meal with you, I'm afraid of what might happen.”His emerald eyes sparkled as he squinted. “Happen?” “Men look extra hot in an apron and I might not be a