CHAPTER 4

'I'll be there in twenty.'' Then I disconnected.

I got into action dolling myself up. A simple purple tight jumpsuit , a fluffy short jacket and sneakers. I was ready to go. On top I added a black shoulder bag to match the outfit. Quickly I marched out , locked the door and hurried down the hallway. The twenty minutes were already down to negative ten.

The only car I saw was a black gladiator jeep. There was a man standing next to it. By the looks of it I don't suppose he is the owner of the jeep. Upon seeing me he walked to where I stood.

''Miss. Nadia.'' He wanted to confirm.

''The one and only.''

Soon I boarded the car and we hit the road. Down the main road in Rochester , two blocks we were driving down 152 Baden street. He took a detour of the main road to a narrow road that led straight to a government private chopper helipad.

''I believe this is my last stop.'' He spoke while slowing down and stopped the car.

''What do you mean?'' I asked curiously.

''They will take care of you. Am sure of that.''

For a second there I had dirty thoughts about being sold to a Mafia or something. I pushed that thought aside when I saw Mayfield , Sam's best guy friend coming to where the car was parked.

''Running late missy.'' He joked.

''You bet I am. She didn't let me take a proper shower.''

Later after our catching up, since we haven't seen each other for almost three months , we both entered the chopper. soon we were in the air.

''Where are we heading?'' I asked Mayfield.

''Something like Spyce Astoria.''

'' How in the world did she get to know such a place?'' I was more amazed compared to being shock.

''I could ask you the same. You spoil her too much with money.'' He paused. '' So you still gamble?'' he asked .

''Once in a while. '' I stated.

'' Better keep her in check with all the money you give her before we hear she has joined a gang or something worse.'' He advised.

We ended our conversation with me thinking of what Mayfield said . Tops twenty minutes we were already on the ground being driven to Spyce Astoria, 31st Ave Astoria.

''Wow!'' I gestured.

That was not what I originally had in mind . Yah I saw the place couple of times in Magazines, but this, man it was amazing. The lights made it even better than what I had seen. It was to die for. Both Mayfield and I alighted the car as we were led inside. I walked in wide eyes, open mouth with amazement. Finally i had found a place I can really have a great time. This I was surely going to big up Sam for finding it.

''Don't even dare to appreciate Sam. It will be the beginning of something even worse.'' Mayfield warned.

''I wasn't.'' I lied.

''Fool me , but I know you missy. You are a bad liar. Your eyes says more than you can mumble.''

Later he got in touch with Sam. She delightedly had that big smile on her face the moment she saw us approach where she was .

''Bel, you made it.'' she screamed on top of her lungs.

Even though the music was booming I was able to hear her loud and clear.

'' Neal, time to pay up, Mr.'' I heard her talk with some dude who I was yet to know.

She called her Neal that is something too.

''Wait , Did you bet on me coming here?'' I asked in disbelief.

'' No. Yes.'' Both Sam and Neal responded in unison.

''You lil bitch.'' I slapped her hand slightly but she had to make it so dramatic that i had to apologize.

''Sam, I think you forgot someone.'' I pointed out to Mayfield who sat the opposite direction from us.

''Him, nah! We have been talking so it's no use.'' She teased.

''Ouch! That hurts.'' Mayfield spoke his mind.

Now I get where this two get their dramatic expression from. They teach each other that stuffs. Good for them I envy them. couple of minutes later Neal transferred a brick to Sam. she was so excited. Wow at least am worth that much. I thought I would worth less than a dollar in her world. But still that got me wondering how can someone bet with a hundred thousand US dollar. Does it mean he is filthy rich to spare all that for a bet?

''You are spacing out again.'' Sam whispered.

''Was I?'' I pretended that I didn't know what she was talking about.

''By the way who is the owner of the jeep that got me to the helipad?'' Damn right I was curious it's was one of my favorite cars I promised myself to get when I saved enough.

''Him.'' She pointed to where a not so masculine guy stood, one hand in his pocket trouser and the other he held his phone placed on his ear. His back captivated me more and I was even more curious of what he looked. Judging by his posture I'd say he was from a well respected family or a prominent one with a siler spoon always in his mouth. The moment he turned to my direction once he was done with his call, all my attention was captivated by his facial looks , body built and his smile when he joined us back in the booth.

''You are staring too much.'' Sam spoke to me.

Quickly I snapped out of it. He was watching as I got embarrassed by the whole situation. Bet he could read lip. For a second there I could have sworn I saw him smirk . Kind of creeped me out but I puled myself together. This night I needed to enjoy myself. Its been long since I had to enjoy myself without Harvey being there. It felt like an achievement that's why I have to use this time wisely.