His father was asking him to get married?
"You do not tell me what to do," Xavier replied curtly, his expression unreadable and Mateo let out a low, deep sigh while Camille flared up. "Darling, why are you doing this? Lucas has a wife already." "Xavier doesn't have a girlfriend!" Lucas voice was filled with hatred, and he gripped Mitchell's comforting hand tight. Mitchell raised her head and shivered when her eyes locked with Xavier's piercing gaze. 'Why is staring at me?' she thought and avoided his eyes. When the atmosphere remained tense, Mateo's face turned stoic as he spoke with finality. "If Xavier doesn't get married, the empire will be given to Lucas." * [X-WORLD ENTERTAINMENT] Xavier shut his eyes, brushing his tongue lightly on his thin, attractive lips. "You've worked so hard to please your father. You've gotta do what he says, man." "I do not have to get married," Xavier said calmly, and his best friend, Jayden, chuckled. "Chill, man. If you don't want a woman to stick with you for the rest of your life, you can hire some bimbo." Jayden drank from his wine glass and Xavier's eyes fluttered open. "I do not trust women." "You've got Harper." "She means nothing to me." Jayden dipped his brows in amusement. "At this moment, she means something. She has been loyal, Xav. Don't be so rigid." A cold glare from Xavier caused Jayden to burst out laughing. "You have got work to do. You sure want to lose your job." "You can't fire me! I'll do that first, Xav." Xavier raised his thick brow, and his grey eyes went blank. After dropping his wine glass, Jayden dragged his feet to the door. "I'll send Harper to you, now." With a knowing wink, Jayden took his exit. * "I'm so glad you need me right now, honey." The translucent glassy door pushed open and Harper Hernandez, an actress in X-World Entertainment walked in. She swayed her hips to Xavier, who stood at the window, hands tucked in his pockets and his expressionless gaze fixed outside the city. Harper wrapped her arms around him and leaned on his broad back, his powerful aura sending a tingling sensation down her core. "Get off me, Harper," his voice was captivating, yet rude, but Harper didn't mind. Being close to Xavier Singh was a wish every woman in California hoped for. She pouted, and released him. Pushing her blonde hair backwards, she bit her lips seductively, "Why do you want to see me?" "Let's get married. In two weeks." Harper's almond-shaped eyes widened as her hands flew to her lips. "Oh my God." "Do you have a problem with that?" Xavier's piercing eyes bore into her, she shook her head vehemently, and her face broke into smiles. "I'm so happy, Xavier. At least I... I knew you were mine in the first place." She made to hug him, but his icy stare made her retreat. "Don't get over the moon, Harper. This remains a secret.. Get out." She gulped, "I'm.. I'm sorry," then slowly took another step backwards, before leaving his office, with her face lit up in excitement. * "Mia!" Mia sprang out of bed at the piercing scream that rang in her ears and she fell on her butt. "Ouch," she glared at her best friend, Isabella. "Did you get scared?" She ignored her, getting to her feet. "What are you doing in my room?" "You weren't taking my calls." "I was busy, Belle." Mia rubbed her ass, and flung herself on the bed beside Isabella. Rubbing her still sleepy eyes, she yawned tiredly and Isabella's forehead creased in a tight frown. "You're never too busy for me, Mia." "I.. I was.." "Why were you kicked out of the audition? Did you screw it up?" Isabella paused, "Don't tell me you did something crazy." Mia scratched the back of her neck, her disheveled hair falling over her face. "I didn't do anything, Belle. First, the pervert wanted to have sex with me like others." Isabella gasped softly, and her big brown eyes flashed with anger. "Tell me you kicked his ass!" Mia chuckled, amused at her best friend's scrunched up face. Isabella has been her best friend since college and they had always stood up for each other. Hearing her fume over what Mr Martinez did gave her a warm feeling. "I sure did, but that wasn't why I got kicked out." Isabella knitted her brows in confusion, "Why?" "I had a clash with..." Mia paused, feeling the rage building up within her as she remembered that day. His piercing grey eyes, that seemed to bore into her soul and his cold, deep voice. "Xavier Singh," she blurted and Isabella screamed. "What!" Mrs Lopez came rushing into the room, "Is everything okay, girls?" Her eyes scanned the ladies worriedly and Mia dashed toward her mother, scared that her mother's heart might act up out of panic. "We are fine, mom. Breath." "We're sorry, Aunt." After Mrs Lopez left, Mia shot a glare at Isabella, whose hands covered her mouth in shock. "You met Xavier Singh! Oh kill me," she said, her voice in hush whispers and Mia frowned tightly. "I literally said he kicked me out!" "Tell me, how did it feel when he looked at you? Oh I bet he's as hot as he looks on TV. Did you get to touch him? Did he..." "Bella Moore!" Mia snapped, clearly annoyed and Bella pouted. "Don't give me that look, Mia. Who in the world doesn't get excited after meeting the hot and sexy king of entertainment?" Mia rolled her eyes, walking to her closet. "He's not sexy and hot as you claim." Bella's lips parted disbelievingly, and she snarled, "Take back your words." Mia let out a chuckle, pulling out her wears. She had to get to the pizza shop early. "Oh my God!" Bella exclaimed, staring at her phone wide-eyed, and Mia turned to face her. "What?" "My Xavier is getting married!" * [L-Galaxy Entertainment] Lucas smashed the glass of wine he was holding against the TV, it's shattering sound echoing in his office as it broke into pieces. His eyes burned in anger as he grabbed his car keys and got out of his company. He kept hitting his fist on the steering wheel as the news replayed in his head. "THE CEO OF X-WORLD ENTERTAINMENT AND CALIFORNIA'S HEARTHROB, XAVIER SINGH ANNOUNCES HIS ENGAGEMENT. FIANCEE WILL BE REVEALED SOON." Xavier might try to hide his soon-to-be bride, but Lucas knew who she was, and he was going to teach him a lesson. His car skidded to a halt in front of her mansion, and Lucas slammed the door close. "Where's Harper?" Lucas growled when he stormed in. "She's.. she's in her room, Sir," a maid said, bowing in fear. 'Perfect!' Lucas smirked, climbing up the stairs. He pushed her room door violently, Harper sat in front of her large mirror, applying make-up on her face. Her jaw dropped when their eyes locked. "Lu.. Lucas," she stuttered. Lucas took quick, powerful strides to her, pulling her to him. Before she could say a word, he slammed his lips on hers.Jayden posed elegantly, his arms wrapped around Sophia Logan, a sexy model as several shots were taken. Jayden is one of the popular models in X-World, and has won many awards. His handsome features made other models, artists and actresses gush, but the stares of admiration weren't directed to him alone, but to the hot CEO, who sat resplendent on a black shining chair with his legs crossed. His black tailor made suit, and his dark gaze, exuding an aura of authority took the breath of everything present in the large studio. They are all trying to compose themselves under his piercing grey eyes, which scrutinized them. No one wanted to get on his bad side. After taking a break, Jayden strolled casually to Xavier, hands tucked in his pockets. "You'll get them peeing on their pants soon, man." Xavier shifted his gaze to him, his neatly combed hair falling on his perfectly sculptured face. "Why is that?" "Those eyes could kill, Xav." Jayden chuckled, collapsing on a chair. His as
Before Mia could do anything, she spotted black cars approaching them. "Shit!" She quickly got to her feet and ran off. The cars pulled to a stop, and Jayden dashed out, accompanied by bodyguards. His heart froze when he saw Xavier lying unconscious. "Xav!" Meanwhile, Mia ran as fast as her legs could carry, ignoring the bruises on her body while her heart thumped loudly against her chest. "Shit! Shit!" she kept cursing as she ran into her apartment. She knew she was in deep trouble. Grabbing her purse, she got out and flagged down a cab hurriedly. "Kenz Hospital," she said, jumping into the passenger seat. "Yes, ma'am." All through the drive, her thoughts were flooded. 'What was he doing in the middle of the road?' 'Mia! You damaged that car. It must have cost a lot. And the delivery bike. Why did mom heart fail? The surgery isn't near till a donor is found.' "We're here, ma'am," the driver announced. Mia stepped out quickly, and paid him, hurrying into the r
How did he know about her mother's surgery? "How did you..." Mia tried to form words out of her lips, but his deep voice cut her off arrogantly. "I am not a patient man, Mia." 'What a pompous jerk!' Mia thought, eyeing him, "I thought you were engaged already." She remembered Isabella broke the news that the CEO of X-World Entertainment announced his engagement. Xavier's sharp jawline hardened, "did you say something?" "I didn't!" Mia snapped, reaching out for the contract, then she ran her hazel eyes over the details, "Shit! Stuck with you for a year? Why not six months? Or three months before getting a divorce. I can't put up with your shitty attitude. And what's with the damn rules here. You think I'm some..." "Bring the cops in," she heard him say into an intercom and Mia's lips went shut immediately. She didn't want to go to jail. Her mother might die before she get released. How can a man be so heartless? 'Just keep shut, Mia. Even if we work our ass out for thre
[X-World Entertainment] "Our last movie hit the records with a hundred percent increase in views and ticket sales than we expected, Mr Singh, making it the top searched entertainment topic," the man at the front in a business suit presented. And there were sighs and nods of approval. In the spacious board room, Xavier sat at the head of the table, his grey eyes bored, he's on a shining blue tux, with his navy blue shirt buttons undone. His dark hair is styled to the side, he has his back on the exclusive chair, exuding an aura of authority. The long conference table filled up with his workers, then the director, Mr Martinez stood up, adjusted his suit and faced him. "Mr Singh, the new movie project and modelling sector are progressing well. Following our last success, new investors have showed their interest in collaborating with us, and we're using the same female lead, Harper Herna..." "Replace the female lead," Xavier cut him off, his voice commanding. Eyes turned to Xavier, b
After leaving Bella's studio, the taxi halted in front of Mia's small home. She took steady steps to the front porch and breathed out, before walking into the house. The emptiness of the sitting room welcomed her, she flung her bag towards the couch, before striding to her mother's room. When she got to Amelia [Mrs Lopez] room, she pushed the door open and peeked inside. Amelia was sleeping peacefully, a quilt covering her. Sitting quietly on the bed and gazing softly at her mother, Mia moved her fingertips to Amelia's chestnut brown hair, stroking it gently. Mia had a striking resemblance to her mother, hazel eyes, heart-shaped red lips, thick lashes and pretty delicate features, unlike Tammy who took after her father's light brown hair and deep brown eyes. After Mia watched her mother for a while, not wanting to wake her up, she secretly slipped out into the averagely furnished sitting room. Her eyes darted around, then it fell on a photo album. Her steps were slow as she
"Is this Mia?" Xavier thought. She looked entirely different. Clad in a red strapless gown, long and elegant, with bodice made of silk, hugging her curves like a second skin. A high slit ran up her thighs, and Xavier's eyes darkened at her exposed skin, tanned and flawless, glittering under the soft lights. Her neck was adorned with a small piece necklace, made of Jade. Her hazel eyes sparkled, and her chestnut brown hair was packed in a tight bun, with few messy strands beautifying her face, her make-up light. Mia's cheeks burned under Xavier's scrutinizing gaze. But when she got into the car, she snapped, "You've got no manners, Xavier Singh." Taken aback by her rudeness, Xavier's cold demeanor returned and his cold gaze went to his laptop. "I'll advise you remain quiet till we get to our engagement party." Mia's eyes turned to Xavier, refusing to be intimidated by his imposing presence. "Why the hell won't you inform me about the party? What if I was..." He suddenly slammed
Mia immediately recognized the similar features between Xavier and the older man. He had grey eyes and dark hair, his steps exuded command and power as he finally got to where they stood. His arm was wrapped around the woman, a brunette with brown eyes. Mia noticed she had no resemblance to Xavier. Was that his mother? She didn't know much about the Singh family, except what the media potrayed. "Father," Xavier called, his grey eyes unmoving. "Welcome son," a small smile played on Mateo's lips as his eyes scrutinized Mia. Mia held her breath, anticipating his approval. She didn't know if she should care or not. She's not his real fiancee anyway. "Is this my daughter in law?" "I didn't come with anyone else," Xavier replied coldly. "Good evening Sir," Mia tried to be as polite as possible. "Sir?" Mateo chuckled, "She's beautiful, son. You should call me dad from now on, my dear." "Yes... dad," A warm hue appeared on Mia's rosy cheeks. Xavier raised his brow questioningly
"Nothing comes without a price, Ms Lopez." He said in a low voice, flashing her a cocky grin. "Are you willing to do anything to get the lead role?" "Yes, I am." Mia hoped he wouldn't say the words she had been familiar with over the years. She chewed on her bottom lips nervously, and watched as the man leaned back on his plush chair, and Mia could feel his hungry gaze feeding on her delicate curves. "Just one night with me.. Mia Lopez." He dropped the words she had been scared of, and her head banged. Not again! "A night with you?" she spat, disgusted. "You're sick!" The man's annoying laughter filled her ears, and she grabbed her bag, feeling suffocated in his office. After trying so hard to show him what she got during the audition, this was all he could ask for, just like others. "This is a lifetime opportunity. You won't want to miss it." Mia glared at the slightly older man and he pushed a written piece of note to her. Her eyes darted to the note and t