Islantonio

               THREE MONTHS LATER

                                   

                       ARIETTA'S POV

"So it's rainbow and princess themed?" I asked Rosé, my 10yrs old client, and she nodded.

"Yeah, more like a Disney themed kind of party."

"Ooh, I like that so let's talk about your outfit. I'm thinking more of a ball gown or what Disney princess do you love most?"

"Um..I love Princess Jasmine from Aladdin." She said and I hummed, writing down all the important information in my notepad.

"Oh really? So why do you like her?"

"Well, because of her super beautiful dress and also, because of the type of charisma she possesses. She proved to be brave, she um..she didn't let anyone shut her down despite the fact that Jafar tried to, she proved her worth and achieved her goal. She made her father see that she can rule and um...yeah, that's what I like about her."

My lips stretched into a smile as she explained. She's really intelligent. I glanced at her mum and she had a proud look on, she's lucky to have Rosé as her daughter.

"So her determination and faith in herself that she can prove people wrong is what charmed you?"

"Exactly."

"That's so sweet, your daughter is amazing." I said smilingly to Rosé's mum and she nodded with a smile.

"Well thank you."

"You're welcome, anyways I'm gonna send you the budget drawn out for the party and PS you better have lots in that banky."

"We sure do." Mrs Smith, Rosé's mum said and I chuckled.

"Great, leave your number and I'll get back to you."

"Okay, thanks Ari." Rosé said with a wave and I smiled.

"You're welcome, bye dear." I waved back at them as they exited. I cracked my neck and I sighed. I glanced at my wristwatch and I twitched my mouth to the side. I walked back to my department and Clarry quickly rushed to me as soon as she sighted me.

"Heeey girl, how was it with the clients?" She asked and I slumped on my chair, she passed me a cup of espresso and I chugged it down. I have a satisfactory sigh and I passed her the empty cup.

"Well, it was superb, the little girl was fun to chat with and her mum is very nice. Got the job and we'll start planning ASAP."

"Ooh, I can't wait."

"Here's everything you need to know about the planning." I said, passing her my notepad. She collected it and fed her eyes with everything in it.

"Whoa, that's a lot of things. I'll go give this to Kim." She scurried away and I chuckled. I tapped on my keyboard doing whatever my hands could find. I sighed in frustration when I couldn't find something reasonable. I looked at myself and I smiled, this skirt I'm wearing was the particular skirt I wore on my first day at Grande Corps. I wonder how he's doing tho. I wasn't bluffing when I screamed "I quit!!" at Mitchell's face. A little part of me was wishing for him to call me that very day and probably, apologise because that's what a person with a heart would do but who was I kidding? Mitchell Grande doesn't have a heart, so I expected too much from him when I hoped he'll call to apologise. The bastard didn't call, it was like all didn't affect him and also I didn't bother going back. He should work ok his pride and ego. His shoulders are held too high and I don't associate with over pompous people like him. I just hope he became a good son to his mother, that's all I ask of him.

It didn't take me long before I got another job. I got one at Bassett Events, one of the most prestigious event organisation company owned by Bessy Johnson. Thankfully, she isn't like Grande. She's nice, kind, funny, can be strict sometimes when it comes to business but she's everybody's sweetheart. 

She's 28 and has a fiance. So successful at such a young age. Jamal, Mel's husband, offered me a job at his company but I turned it down. Work in my brother-in-law's company? I don't like that idea. Clarry is also working here, we are in the same department (Planning department) including five other people: Kori-the super cute and most adorable, Isaac-the Joker of the squad, Mouris-the most gentle of us all, Kim-the head of department AKA Miss pompous. She has this disgusting attitude that always makes me wanna puke and last but not least, Dante. The super hot Italian among us. This guy is super charming and flirty but that's what I love about him. I think I'm starting to fall for him. Hey! I said I THINK! Or maybe I'm just naturally attracted to flirty and super hot bad boys who knows?

But believe me if he should ask me out, there's a high chance of of me saying a big fat YES. I'm 21,I need a boyfie you know.

"Hey caramel, did you hear the announcement?" Isaac asked as he strolled to my desk with his chair. I don't know why he calls me caramel but he says the name suits me..how does caramel even suit me? But I like the name anyways.

"You know, I'm still gonna cut off the tyres under your chair. Can't you just walk to my desk instead of rolling around in your chair?" I asked and he shrugged.

"I sit 2 desks away from you. That's too much work. Anyways, back to my question"

"Yeah, what news were you talking about?" I asked snatching the lollipop in his hands and dipping it into my mouth.

"We are going to Islantonio." He said and I raised my brow.

"What the fuck is that?" I asked in cluelessness and he gasped dramatically.

"The most popular island in the whole of... Wait! are you telling me you don't know that place?" He asked with outmost astonishment and I shook my head.

"No."

"Mheeen..you're sure ignorant of interesting things." Kori said as she dropped a file on my desk.

"What? I don't have time for some lame research and stuff." I said in my defense.

"Islantonio isn't lame dumdum. It's like the best place ever..a paradise on Earth." Dante joined the conversation and I scoffed.

"What's so special about Islantonio and why does it have such a suckish and wired name?"

"I won't blame you for being so ignorant, you're naturally boring so it's not surprising." Kim said from her desk and I hissed.

"Anyways..." Kori began. "Islantonio was just an unknown island until a traveller discovered it. Since he did, he thought of ways to develop it and being a very wealthy man, he surely developed it. Built houses, turned the island from a bushy and ugly place to a living paradise. At first he wanted it to be for him and his family alone but he changed his mind and made it public for whoever can afford it because the place is kinda expensive. Average people can also afford it but if you wanna enjoy yourself to the fullest, you have to have lots of cash. The island became a global phenomenal. People from different parts of the world go there for vacations, tourism and some even live there permanently and also....

I yawned tiredly making Kori to halt on her explanation.

"Excuse me? Was I boring you?" She asked with a raised brow.

"Actually,I didn't get enough sleep last night and yeah you were also kinda boring. Just skip to the main thing." I said and Dante chuckled

"Whatever, anyways, the man that founded Islantonio was Yolando Lantonio".

"He sounds Italian." I said

"Because he is." Kim cut in rudely.

"So let me guess, instead of naming the island Lantonio island he joined the two to make Islantonio?" I said thoughtfully and Isaac flicked his fingers.

"Exactly."

"Typical" I said with an eye roll

"So when....

"Hey you guys should sit your butts down, boss wants to give an announcement." Kim interrupted Isaac and we all scurried back to our seats. We all settled down and a big screen scrolled down revealing our boss's face.

Good afternoon everyone. Sorry for interrupting whatever you were doing. I just wanted to give you all a little briefing about the upcoming project we were given by Islantonio. As we all know, every year, Islantonio always have a two days carnival to celebrate the foundation....

*I didn't know that*

..of the beautiful paradise. So one of the sponsors chose our company to plan everything concerning the carnival. Since the island is obviously surrounded by water, our aim is a 5star beach carnival. The planning won't be done here but at Islantonio. The sponsor has assured that all our accomodations and expenses are free. Even the ship that will come pick us up is the sponsor's private cruise ship so everything is enjoyment all the way. We will go three weeks prior to the carnival so as to have enough time. Any other announcements will be made known to you but for now it's good-bye .

"Arrrghhhhhh!!!!" Kori screamed and I laughed at her cuteness.

"Oh my Gosh! Did you hear her? Everything is free! We are gonna be going on a cruise ship? This is a dream come true!!" Mouris screamed excitedly.

"And all is free." Clarry added in a squeal and we all squealed with her. By we, I mean all the girls. The guys were just looking at us like..."Are you guys okay?"

"Ooh, this is the right time for me to flex my sexy bikini." Kori said, catwalking to and fro making us to laugh.

"It's just like taking a fancy vacation on the best island ever" Isaac said

"I know right? Think about the super delicious sea foods. The lobsters, shrimps....oh my goody." Kim said dreamingly and I nodded in agreement.

"We are so gonna have the best time there. Thank you anonymous sponsor." Dante screamed and I swapped his arm as I laughed.

"Who exactly is the sponsor? He or she must be super rich. A cruise ship, everything free for us?That's a lot of money to spend." Mouris said

"Yeah...maybe it's Bill Gates." I said and they all bursted into laughter.

"Indeed...or Mark Zuckerberg." Kori added and we all laughed again...

We all spent the rest of the day talking about the fun things we are gonna do together at the island. We girls planned to wear the same bikini's, speaking of bikini's, I have to go shopping because the bikini's I have are so 2years ago.

"Ooh, I can't wait. Maybe I'll see one of the island boys to date." Clarry said as I brought the house key from my bag.

"Meh! That's not even one of my plans. Well, maybe it is but still..Meh" I said as I inserted the key to the door..I unlocked it and we entered .

"Home sweet home."

I went straight to the kitchen and put the plate of left over beacon i remained this morning in the microwave. I'm super hungry.

"Hey Ari come see something." Clarry called from the sitting room and I went to her. I sat beside her on the sofa and she passed her laptop to me. I hissed when I saw the person displayed.

"Seriously Clarry? Stalking my ex-boss?"

"Come on. I just wanted to show you how hot he is. He was spotted at a popular mall in Dubai. Him and his mum."

"His mum?" I said in surprise as I snatched back the computer. Oh my gosh it's true. It's him and his mum, holding hands and smiling at each other. His mum sure looks so happy and this is the first time I'm seeing Mr grumpy smile. It really suits him, he should smile more often.

"Good thing he's having a good time with his mother." I mumbled

"You know his mum?"

"Yeah..met her once.." I said as I stood up.."Anyways, I'm gonna go change my dress, I also need to take a bathe."

"Okay."

I went to my room and I stripped off my clothes. I turned my naked body to the side and admired myself in the mirror. There's something about tattoos. You get one, you'll feel like getting another. That's exactly what happened to me. I only had tattoos on my two arms before but when I clicked eighteen, I got on on my tummy, 20, I got tatted down my hips and on my lap..it's crazy.

I immersed in the soapy water and I hummed, refreshing.

                   

THREE DAYS LATER

"We are going camping, we are going camping, we are going camping." Kori says in a singsong as she danced all around. I shook my head and focused on helping Dante put on his stud.

We are all in the seaport, ready for pickup. Ma'am Bessy is also here. Dressed in her bumshort and croptop top. I'm wearing a white strapless croptop and a black high waist pant trouser. The only people yet to arrive are Isaac and Kim.

"Hey guys"

Oh.. Isaac is off the list..it remains Kim

"Isaac, you're late." Bessy said sternly

"Yeah yeah. I know, you look beautiful by the way." He said with a wink and Bessy chuckled.

"$10 out of your salary."

"Come on." He whined and Dante laughed mockingly.

"That's what you get for coming late and flirting with your boss." Bessy said and I stuck my tongue out to him.

"Sorry I'm late." The one person we've been waiting for said as she approached us. I looked around and wowed at how busy this place is. Different ships offloading and some uploading. Different people waiting for different ships. Everywhere is crowded. We heard a loud horn and we all turned at the direction.

"Wow." I didn't know when that escaped from my mouth.

"Is this our ship? Or I'm day dreaming?" Dante said

"You're not..this is our ship." Bessy said and I squealed.

"It's magnificent."

Mheen...look at this beauty!

"Watch your steps." The... want will I even call him?The ship guard? Yeah, let's go with that. The ship guard said as we entered the ship. The outside is dope, the inside is gorgeous. It's just like an inside of a mansion. It's so sparkly and shinny. There's even a pool? Ooh, best day ever!!

The whole sail wasn't boring because we had a lot to do. We swam in the pool, played games in the arcade. Yeah, there's an arcade..pretty cool right?

We arrived at another sea port and a small speed boat rode us to the island..

"Arrrrrrrrrrrr" Dante drawled as he stretched. I got off the boat and removed my slippers. I shuddered at how soft the beach sand felt on my legs. I took a handful of sand and I smiled. It's so soft. I raised my head up and I smiled. Everywhere is beautiful. Is this where I'll be staying for the next one month?

It's late in the evening and all of all are pretty tired. We took a car and drove to the resort we'll be staying. It's night but everywhere is lighted by beautiful lights. I can't wait for tomorrow morning.

Isaac is carrying Kori on his back because she's fast asleep. She's like the baby of the squad so we care for her a lot.

We got to our suite and I gasped as we entered. Is that a couch in the pool? How is that even possible? Is it floating? I don't even care for now, I need a good rest. Hopefully, this island has lots of interesting things in stock for us. Or should I say for me.

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