Chapter 80

"Cattleya!"

Uncle Joe, Aunt Marie and the rest of us in the apartment shouted almost at the same time.

"Come in," I said politely and Gunther let them into a room reserved for me. Earlier the long preparation on my face and hair was over. My bottom is almost flat because for some time I have been sitting here while staring at myself in the vanity mirror where I can see my face being adjusted.

“Your wedding gown is so beautiful. It looks like it's obviously rich and expensive. Take a look at the fabric as well as the stones and diamonds. You can run and run away after you wear it. ” Aling Marie said while holding my gown that I haven't worn yet because it was a silk robe that Isabella first wore for me.

Along with Aunt Marie who will look at my dress is Linda who is only a few years older than me but had a child early so it is not to insult her but she looks older compared to her age. Perhaps it was also brought on by her fatigue and difficulty in caring for her child.

“It’s so beautiful, Catt. Maybe just like with the rich, your husband also helped you shop for it. Seriously, your luck is really with your husband. We saw him outside before we got here and it really isn’t a mixed lie that he’s handsome! The rumors are true! ”

I laughed a little because of the excitement he showed me. Its eye seems to glow made of lights hitting the diamond and binding to its eyes where it reflects.

It was almost bitter and sweet for me to remember yesterday.

"If only you knew how cheeky Jaxson is and I bought a few wedding gowns before he even chose the perfect look in his eyes." I uttered with mixed annoyance in my voice.

I couldn't eat dinner last night because I was so tired. I went home first and I didn't wait for Jaxson because I knew he didn't need me there anymore. But when I came home I fell into bed and fell asleep deeply.

I haven't even seen Jaxson yet.

“Oh, Cattleya! It's good that you have a fiance with you who will help you choose your wedding outfit. ” Linda replied. “Look at me. I have never experienced getting married and having a wife. Take care of the child immediately. That is why you are lucky in your life. ”

I was momentarily taken aback by what Linda said and seemed to be having a hard time finding the right word to answer what she said. It was as if what he said was as if he had hit me with a block of ice on my head and I woke up.

"Linda is right, hija." Uncle Joe muttered calmly. “Do you know that it is difficult to live alone, and not everyone is as lucky as you. Having someone to be with in life is a blessing that no longer comes to everyone. Some of them are reluctant to marry different people before finding the right soul for them. ”

"Your Uncle Joe is right, Catt." Aunt Marie murmured as she drew closer to Uncle Joe and then clasped her arm around him. “You should be more grateful at your wedding than when you are upset with your fiancé. By the way, isn't your mother gone and they can't attend your brother Charles? ”

I tucked my lips as my head bobbed slightly. My eyes dropped to the floor because I felt sad.

When I was young I always pictured what my wedding would look like and I was so happy every time I saw my whole family together. As well as my grip on my dad’s arm while walking down the aisle, which is sadly never going to have a chance. Even if only mom and Charles with me were enough for me, the situation is not in our hands. They didn't even know that today I was going to marry someone I didn't know very well.

"They can't attend…" I answered weakly. “But I will make sure to give them a call later. I tried to contact them earlier but they are not responding. Probably busy treating Charles. ” I smiled at them even though I could feel this bitter smile.

Even though this marriage is just fake it is still painful for me that I don’t even have a family present at my wedding when I will have a breast implant with a man.

“That’s too unfortunate. It's sad to hear that. But, don't think too much about that. Let yourself enjoy this day. The wedding day is one of every girl's dream. Don't worry, we are here to be your visitor. Besides, we are like a family, right? We can be here for you. ”

I gave them a heartily smile. “Thank you, Aunt Marie. I really appreciate you guys for treating me like a family. ”

We were enveloped in silence for a moment and exchanged smiles with each other.

Even though I think that my life wasn’t that unfortunate, because of the people around me they are making me grateful even though sometimes I also forget this blessing. I’m lucky that I have people who are willing to come by my side whenever I need them, and I certainly can be trusted.

And also, finding Jaxson was not just a big trouble. He actually also made me realize thing that I have never even known before. Made me feel emotions that I never even felt before. It was such a bizarre accident for us to meet and marry each other. And I should be more grateful that I have him like what they are telling me. But I am grateful for him not because he will be the someone that I will have by my side for the rest of my life, but for saving me before I shattered on the ground. He saved my life more than any superheroes in movies. He came into my life just the right time when I needed him the most. And for that, I should be grateful for him and treat him the best that I can do. Though, I was, until I felt deceived by seeing him still mingling with his ex fiance.

I am not sure if Daniella will be out there but one thing I am sure of is that I don't want to see her face, faking all the people with her innocent aura when in fact they are still having their dirty play behind all of them. Even the father of her child.

Our attention was taken away and I was brought back to reality when we heard a knock on the door.

"Seems like you're not that alone at all." Linda said as we were all looking at the door.

“Loren! You came. ” I said with a smile on my lips and then I stood for a moment in my chair to greet him with a hug. I was really happy because even though that happened he was still able to attend and stay by my side.

“Of course, I came. And, I didn't come alone. ”

I let go of her hug to look into her eyes.

"What do you mean?"

Loren took a step back and then it went to my side to give space to her companion.

“Mr. Sol? ”

"How many times do I have to say that you can always call me Richard."

I laughed awkwardly because of his opening words to me. My gaze returned to Loren and Mr. Sol and feels the situation. An uncomfortable silence enveloped us for a moment.

We are not that close because of the manager and owner of the club I worked for, Mr. Sol. Even though he told me a few times that I could call him by his name it seemed like I couldn’t do it because of the invisible fence between us. But I really appreciate how he came first to help me when he found out I had nothing to pay for my tuition. He allowed me to ask for an advance salary so I saved my education.

The ice broke in our midst because of Uncle Joe’s fake throat cleaning. Maybe they also felt the unusually awkward situation. I don't even know why Loren brought him here. They are not that close to each other either.

“Oh well, since your friends are already here, maybe it's better if we go out first to greet and get to know your future wife. We are now going. And I want you to know that we can’t wait to see you finally walking on the aisle. You know that you are like a daughter of us in the apartment. ” Uncle Joe said softly with a smile on his lips before they weakly pulled Aunt Marie and Linda away.

"So, if it wasn't for your bestfriend, I wouldn't know that you're getting married."

I noticed his downward tone. As well as the movement of Loren's lower lip that seemed to be fake crying.

“Sorry, Mr. Sol. It just happened so fast that no one had the opportunity to go to DeepBlue and explain. ” My eyes rolled slightly because of the conscience I felt.

The raising of my eyebrows changed my concerned look as he suddenly laughed and he looks like he was suppressing his laugh.

“Where’s the lucky guy? I really never thought you'd have a boyfriend all this time. ”

My eyes went to Loren again with both my eyebrows raised because she didn't mention Mr. Sol is the man I will marry. I'm still sure he knew Jaxson's face because they had met once at the night club. And he even begged and mediated between Jaxson and me.

“U-Uh…” I muttered. “He’s outside or maybe in his room. You know, we can’t see each other yet until the wedding so I haven’t really seen him. ” I let out an awkward laugh before I tried to divert the topic. “Loren, could you help me pick a color of the lipstick that I should wear? I have been thinking about it for hours. For real! ” I uttered as I took her arms and pulled her away from Mr. Sol made her slightly lose her balance. “Uh, Mr. Sol? As much as I want you here, but I really need to go and get ready now. I don’t want to make everyone wait for so long just to see me in the aisle! ”

He raised both of his hands to us as if surrendering. “Alright, beautiful bride. Calm down. I guess I better see your groom at the wedding instead. ” He said this while taking backward steps.

When he finally got out of the room, I immediately closed the door. Facing me Loren had her arms crossed over her chest as her eyes looked straight at me with equally raised eyebrows.

“You know, you can never hide your fiance from anyone. So, what’s the point of keeping it from Mr. Sol? ”

I passed Loren and then I walked over to a chair in front of the mirror and then here she was given a look.

“I just can’t say it directly to him. Besides, no matter what I do he will still see Jaxson later. Maybe it's better that it's time for him to find out. No matter what my defense and denial, I still feel a little ashamed of Mr. Sol that I just left the nightclub suddenly without saying goodbye. ”

“As your best friend, I will try to understand you. No matter what and how weird your mindset is. “Loren let out a loud series of sighs as she gently played with my hair. "You know what? I have been having this thought that Mr. Sol has a crush on you. Don’t you think so? ”

A soft giggle slipped out of my lips. It's a good thing that Isabella went out with the make up artist for a while because otherwise they would have heard what this woman was saying.

“He is just naturally kind, Loren. Mr. Sol is trying to be friendly to almost everyone. ” I said with a feebleness because I really think that she is being hilarious.

"Well, I don't think the same." She muttered. “Before you got into DeepBlue I was ahead of you. And I can tell straight into your eyes that he is no way that friendly. He barely even shows his face in the nightclub. ”

My eyebrows frowned, perplexed. What are you talking about? Mr. Sol is in DeepBlue every single night. ”

“Yeah, ever since you got hired. That’s why I think he has a crush on you. ” Loren’s eyes momentarily winked at me in the mirror and as a return, I scrunched up my nose to tell her that I still don’t believe what she is saying.

“I know that Mr. Sol is always at the nightclub. He is such a responsible young business owner, And maybe the reason why he is always there is just to make sure that his business is running well and the staff are okay. ”

"Ugh!" I saw Loren’s eyes rolled up as she took the seat beside me. “Do you really think that a huge entrepreneur like him will go to his property every single night just to make sure it’s not running out of money? Catt, Mr. Sol has more than ten DeepBlues in this whole county alone. If you were him, would you really spend all of your time only at one certain branch? If he really likes to protect his business, and not someone, then he should be checking all of the DeepBlue branches he owns, don’t you think? ”

"He's always in our branch because it's closer to his house, maybe." I averted my gaze away from her.

“Oh, come on. Why are you so in denial? It’s not like you are cheating on your second love at first sight, we’re just talking about how our manager has a hidden feeling for you. I should say, new manager. Because he wasn’t really a so-called manager not until you came. ” Loren giggled as she raised her brows to me, seemingly wanting to tease me.

“I don’t want to feel uncomfortable around Mr. Sol, Loren, So please, stop making issues that never even happen. ”

“Oh please,” Loren answered. “It’s not like you’re still going to work as a bottle girl in the nightclub. I am sure that you won’t have much of an interaction with Mr. Sol anymore. And also, it’s precise that our manager will resign from his job and go back to where he really belongs. Cattleya, your life is all brand new now. You are going to be married with the famous son of the entrepreneur and going to create a family with him. You don't have to think about all the problems you used to have. You can live comfortably now. How I wish it happened to me! I will make sure that I look good every night when I enter DeepBlue because I might also meet my love and second sight there. ”She nonstop blabbered with a laugh. “Imagine going back to the nightclub, right? Not as a bottle girl, but a big time customer. Remember to always choose me as your bottle girl. ”