Again

It's been a week since the hospital incident. I got busy with my new project. As usual, I drown myself in work. David fly to Las Vegas for a new contract. His company has expanded widely within these three years. He won the Best Entrepreneur award last year, he deserves it cause he worked hard for it.

John was so excited about his boyfriend's birthday party tonight. I know I promised him to tag along but I prefer home better. If I chicken out now John will tear me apart so no choice left. And what's the most irritating thing is the makeover. I hate that.

Even my mind jumbling about the party tonight I was still preparing a report for this week. John sneaks into my cabin. Even when I noticed it, I acted clueless and glued my gaze to screen. He closed my eyes with his palm, I tsked my tongue and removed his hands. He scoffed and voiced in annoyed tone, "It's already late bitch. Come on let's leave. Don't you remember today's party?"

I sighed lightly, turned towards him, and asked, "Dear is it really necessary for me to come. Send my regards to Adam. Hmm?". He sat on the couch, crossed his arms across his chest, and said in a frim tone, "Fine, I will send my wishes by sending him flowers and accompany you to finish this report. Hmm?"

I licked my lips and said, "Ok let's leave". His face lit up brightly. I shut down my system, grabbed my things with some papers that needed my attention, and walked to the parking lot, we both hopped into our car and drove off to our shared apartment.

Once we reached it, John stepped out and hopped like a bunny to elevator. I wonder how a baby got trapped in a 5'8 man's body. He is madly in love with Adam, I wish they would be together for a long time.

After reaching it, I went to my room and went through my closet. I usually wear only loose jeans with comfortable oversized T-shirts or hoodies but to party, I don't have anything to wear. I am not a patient person so I picked a random one. Fortunately, I had three skirts.

I wore a long black frill skirt with, a shoulder sleeve Ivory top with comfy shoes. My neck looked blank so I wore a long chain. Then put on some lipgloss and liner. I confirmed my look in a long mirror, once I was satisfied I walked to the living room in search of John.

I found him in the kitchen, his back was facing me. He was wearing a black suit. I voiced "Hey". He turned around, and once his gaze meets mine his eyes went wide and he screamed, "Holy shit!"

I was startled by his shrill voice so I asked in an annoyed tone, "Hey what's wrong bitch?". He replied with a whisper yell "Stef. Don't tell me you are coming there with this damn outfit." I shrugged and questioned back, "What's the problem with this outfit?"

John's face went to stoic mode, he furrowed his brows and asked, "Seriously, Stef. If you know who Adam is, then why? I already guessed you would do this. Wait a sec." With that, no sense sentence he dialled some number in his contact. Sudden realization hit me like a truck so I voiced "John don't you dare to."

Before I finished talking, he walked away to speak with someone on his phone. I sighed and grabbed water from the refrigerator. Within a few minutes I heard the doorbell, John rushed to get it and returned with two pretty girls who looked like dolls. They smiled warmly and waved at me. I smiled back.

John pointed to me and said, "This is the one you wanna work on". I frowned at him not liking the way he was subjected to as object but before I protested he dragged me to my room, pushed me in with the other two girls, gave me a death glare, and said "Behave and get ready soon".

I sighed and turned to the girls, they were already opening the bunch of makeup shits. I hate this. First, they work on my hair. I had curly hair but a year ago exactly after my surgery, I went for straight hair. I long have auburn hair which flows just above my ass bump. They curled it in the ends and made up my front with a glittery pin.

Then they did smoky black theme makeup and dressed me in a plain black stain dress which contrasts my pale skin really well which has a low back, and deep neck. It fit my 32 D cup size perfectly to show my cleavage slightly.

The dress flows long to touch the floor, and there is a long slit in the left leg that reaches till my mid-thigh. It is sleeveless with a single strap on shoulders. Even though this fancy dress is not my type, I wore it without any complaints.

They put on long silver stoned earrings, and a thin silver chin that is close around my neck with a single stone in the center that matches this outfit.

Finally, damn heels. After that accident, I couldn't wear one. When once I tried it for our company client meeting, it hurt damn much so I never dare to put one again, sadly until now. I know it will hurt after some time but no choice left.

I sighed and turned to see myself in a long mirror. I look different but in a good way. Two girls were awed at their work. We all together walked to the living room. By hearing the footsteps John turned and screamed like hell again.

I glared and asked, "What now bitch?" He praised me, "You look so ethereal Stef". I chuckled and hit his chest playfully and said, "Stop jerk, it's getting late come on move your pretty ass"

With that, we both walked to the parking lot, hopped, in the car, and drove to the destination. Adam is a big cheese in Paris, he owns a clothing brand that is famous all over the world called MEMI.

He is richer than David. Adam's family is rich from generation they own many businesses and asserts all over world. So I know Adam will host a big party not only for his friends and family but also for his business benefits.

We reached Adam's family mansion after thirty minutes of driving. I held John's arms and walked to grand entrance. Adam's parents know about John. They were all waiting for them to get married. Once we walked in Adam welcomed us. He is wearing a sliver color suit which screams opulence.

I let myself out of John's grip. Adam hugged John tightly, once they parted. John chirped " Happy Birthday Love". Without any hesitation, Adam pulled John by his waist and kissed him like they were alone in the room.

For God's sake, we have more than fifty members in this lounge. I shook my head in disbelief and turned away. Before I walk away. Adam pulled apart from John and voiced "Stef Wait".

I turned to see the couple who were still in embrace. I raised my brow and asked, "What Mr. Broyce?". He smiled and asked, "Where are my wishes?" I gave a blank face and said, "I thought you only had eyes for your boyfriend". He chuckled and said, "Hey, sorry Stef. I was totally mesmerized by this amazing creature that's why I can't ignore it".

I too chuckled and said, "I understand. By the way, Happy Birthday Adam". I handed him the bouquet I brought for him, he gave me a friendly hug, kissed my cheeks, and said, "You look so gorgeous today. Dav will be head over heels by seeing you". Once these words slipped, John elbowed Adam's mid, he groaned in pain while John whispered, "Stop blabbering".

I clearly heard him so I frowned cause I knew that David was not there. I smell a rat here but brushed the thoughts once I heard Adam's voice, "Come on. I will introduce you both to everyone". We all together walked into the crowd of guests.

Adam introduced us to many businessmen and women, after a while Adam's mother took John with her. Adam took me to a group of hot men and said "Hey Guys". All the boys' attention fell on us.

Adam spoke "Meet my friend, Stefana Joshua." while pointing to me. All smiled warmly. Then Adam continued by pointing to the first guy and said " This is Rohit Kunal. Model come, actor, from India". He extended his hand and said, "Good to see you. Miss. Joshua". I accepted his hand and said, "Me too Mr. Kunal".

Then Adam pointed next guy and said "This is Akin Cinaka. He is a model working in the fashion world as a stylist and influencer. From Nigeria". He walked to me, took my hand, kissed it, and said "Hey beautiful. You look divine. Would you like to work as a model?"

My eyes bulged out at his question. I smiled and said, "Oh, Mr. Cinaka I am honored but I am not a person who gets comfortable with the spotlight and fancy things. It's not my cup of tea. Sorry and it's very nice to meet you".

He smiled back and said, "It's ok dear if you get an idea in future don't hesitate to contact me". With that, he handed me his business card. I got it from him, chuckled, and said "Sure".

Adam then signified the guy and said, "This is Ares Gregor, he is also a great model from Russia". He kissed my right cheek, hugged me in friendly, and said "Good to know you, Miss. Joshua". I smiled and said, "Nice to know you, Mr. Gregor".

Then he introduced another guy, "This is Ho-Sung. He is a model and also an actor from South Korea". He came to me, shook my hand, and said, " Nice to meet you". I smiled and said, "Nice to meet you too".

Then Adam moved to next guy and said " This is Mosu Yakeru. He is an actor and also a model from Japan". He smiled, shook my hand, and said "Good to see you." I smiled and said, "Nice to know you".

Finally, Adam pointed to the last guy and said " This is Lei Fan. a Famous model and also an actor from China". That guy approached me, gave me a friendly hug, and said "You look beautiful Miss. Joshua." I smiled at him and said, "Thank you Mr. Fan. Good to see you".

With that, Adam went in searching mode. He was looking for someone else I don't know who. All these men were so tall like towers around 5'5, even after wearing four-inch heels.

Adam waved at someone. I could feel someone reaching us but I didn't turn to see whoever it was. Then Adam voiced, "Here came our multi-talented." I snapped back.

I felt like my whole world stopped like time froze or slowed by eyeing the heavenly creature closing the distance between him and us. He is so handsome. I mean all the men surrounding me are so handsome but I wonder why I feel anxiety only towards this damn man.

He was so tall I guess six-two and was wearing an Armani black suit which clad his well build physique. He didn't look so formal cause he unbuttoned two buttons of his inner black shirt to display his pale skin and elegant collarbone so I could see tattoos below his collarbone which went deep into his shirt.

He has sharp facial features like his jaws could cut. Duo eyes, Roman nose, and high cheekbone. His left eyebrow corner, lip, and ears were pierced. He has pale skin tone and his long black hair caught my attention the most.

Once he reached us he smiled brightly which made my heart skip several beats. Then Adam voiced "This is Ian Alexis. The actor, singer, owns a studio, producer, owns some other businesses, and also a model. List goes on. He is from US".

Ian smiled at Adam and said, "Hey you are exaggerating man. But thanks by the way." Adam introduced me to him "This is Stefana Joshua. My friend".

Ian smiled at me like a glowing sun. I was mesmerized by his beautiful smile. My lips were apart. obviously, I was drooling over him shamelessly. My heart is pounding hard again. Suddenly, he pulled me for a tight hug and whispered "We met again" which sent chills down my spine.

He was the same stranger from Cafe who occupied my mind constantly for last week. I never thought my wish would come true this soon, I brushed off my thought and inhaled his unique scent which brought me unknown warmness in my heart, I forgot all around me when I was in his arms so I snuggled close and whispered, "Indeed".