04. 'Us' Sounds Good?

Nick's POV

"Son , I have some great news for you", Dad barged into my cabin with a grinning face.

" Go on " , I said looking back into the files.

" You are getting married " , he said.

I chuckled ."Nice one Dad " . I waited for him to say something but when he didn't I looked up.

His face had no hint of humor.

" You can't be serious !"

"Oh I am son , you are getting married to Mr. David's daughter, Sophia . They have accepted my proposal."

" Dad you know that marriage is just not my thing."

" Well you can try . Besides she will be a nice mother to Ethan. Stop just thinking about yourself, think of the little child. "

"How can you say that! You saw her once and you think that she will be a good mother to Ethan. She maybe something else under her facade for god's sake." I shouted in exasperation.

"Don't raise your voice young man and I as a matter of fact have a better choice in women than you . I very well know that she is not like the gold digger that you keep around these days ... Christina right ?"

" Sure , she isn't "

I don't know how can Dad not see her intentions. We weren't properly introduced and she is ready for the marriage . What else if not for money?

" You are marrying her , end of discussion. I have had enough of your playboy ways. It's time for you to settle down. Tonight they are coming to dinner. I expect you to be there by 7 " with that he left.

I was so fucking pissed. First marriage and then this stupid dinner.

I drowned myself in work to get away from all these thoughts for the while but every now and then I remembered her face .

Her brown hair , her grey mesmerizing eyes, soft kissable lips ...

Urgh .. stop it , she is just a gold digger.

Sophia's POV

It was half past 5 and we had to the Carters' for dinner. So I got up to get ready.

I took a warm shower and blow dried my hair. I wore an one-shoulder blue jumpsuit, put my hair down and put on minimal makeup . I completed my look with a pair of dazzling earrings and heels

I came down to the living room where mom and dad were already waiting.

"Oh you look gorgeous honey " , mom complimented.

"You look beautiful as well " , I smiled.

"Now Princess, let's get going." Dad said checking his watch.

We got into our car and drove to the Carter Mansion.

When we arrived there I was surprised at how huge it was.

A maid opened the door and let us in. I looked around. The interior was even more magnificent and every corner screamed wealth. I was always uncomfortable with too much riches . I felt out of place and was reconsidering my decision when a familiar warm voice greeted us.

" David , good evening " , Mr. Carter greeted us cheerfully.

" Good evening Mr. Carter " Dad greeted back.

"Oh leave the formalities , call me Joseph "

Dad smiled back.

Just then a tall woman in her mid fifties walked in with a bright smile. She was beautiful and had the perfect figure . She came and greeted mom.

" I am Juliana , Joseph's wife. Nice to meet you, Amelia right ? " She asked.

"Yes , that will be me " , mom warmly smiled.

"And you're Sophia , you really are a beauty. I have been waiting to meet you since Joseph told me about you ."

"Thank you Mrs. Carter , I was looking forward to this meeting as well." , I replied.

" Now come in ." She showed us the way into the living space.

We were making small talks when the doorbell rang and in a few minutes , the ever-so-handsome Nicholas Carter came in . He was wearing a black shirt that showed off his muscles in the perfect way. His first two buttons were undone and he looked strikingly gorgeous.

I averted my eyes before he saw me checking him out.

Nick's POV

"Son , meet Mr. David , his wife Amelia and their beautiful daughter Sophia " , my mom introduced them.

I shook hands with them and gave a small smile to Sophia. She looked absolutely beautiful. Her face looked quite natural and she looked like a genuine person but I knew better than this.

I had already decided that I would behave like a gentleman and marry her. She wants to marry my wealth. I will show the gold digger what she will get from this marriage.

"Sophia " , Ethan squealed and sprinted from Amy's hold towards Sophia.

Sophia smiled and placed him on her lap.

"Hey , sweetheart " , she flashed a big smile.

"Are you Grandma's friend ? Will you come again ? " Ethan looked at Sophia with hopeful eyes.

" No baby she is going to marry your Dad." Mom answered for her.

His face changed from a blank to an excited one . He looked up at Sophia.

"That means you are going to stay with us ! It will be so much fun ." He pumped his fist in the air.

Sophia giggled at his antics. Her giggle sounded so pure and sweet.

Focus ! pure!? my ass!

" Yes, it will be fun. " she smiled.

The dinner went with the parents talking of a lot of things and us stealing occasional glances of each other.

Us ... Sounds good

Shut up ! There's no us.

By the end of the dinner our wedding was fixed at the end of the next week.

Mom gave me the ring to give Sophia.

" I am so happy right now , I would love to have you as my daughter-in-law " Mom hugged Sophia with a look of .... adoration?

"Thank you Mrs. Carter "

"Oh you make me sound so old , call me Mom " Mom demanded

Why the hell ? Dad , Ethan and Mom as well ? She was a tough one. I never saw her so warm with Clara but there she was smiling and complimenting Sophia.

"Sure Mrs. - I mean Mom " she gave in .

"Okay we will take your leave now ", Mr. Jones spoke.

"It was lovely meeting you Juliana" , Amelia smiled a mom.

"Oh the pleasure was all mine ."

"Bye Ethan " , Sophia bent down and kissed him on his cheek.

"Bye Sophia " , Ethan hugged her when she returned.

She stood up and looked at me for a second and turned to leave.

I looked at my hand more specifically the ring.

Engaged.