Rui P.O.V
Today was going to be a good day. I could feel it in my bones. I woke up the next morning after the amusing scene at Galatia Ball yesterday. It was truly amazing as to how the Fabbri boys kept holding on. They have certainly aroused everyone's curiosity especially the youngest. I wonder how they could manage with parents like Leon and Ilya Fabbri and that brat Kain.
My phone rang on my night table. It was Amerigo Fabbri-Agosti. My husband. Of course, his parents and mine our aware of the marriage and that every fashion season, I would return to City Daire. After that it was to stay in Italy. Not everyone is aware. I picked up and answered the phone.
Amerigo popped up. "Hello my love. This is a recorded video of me as I am heading to bed. Good luck judging the new batch. Something tells me good things are about to come our way. Ti amo, mio prezioso." The video ended.
Amerigo always made me feel loved with the little things. I got up and changed for the day. I made my way out to go to Stellare Celeste Entertainment's model auditions. This was going to be a long day. As I walked, I saw the young Fabbri standing in front of the elevator. 'Aha, so the youngest is a model to be. That is nice. I can't wait to see him in action.' I thought as I stood next him. We rode the way up and as we got off, I looked him. He really looked like Amerigo but with Mom Ciana's features. I pushed the idea aside and wished him luck. He looked at me in shock but nodded.
I headed into the room where I saw my fellow judges sitting Savanah and Ares. "Hello, my fellow judges. Excited for today ?" I asked. Savanah was grinning and Ares looked amused. " I am very curious to see how do the models fare today but first gossip, is it true that Alessandro carried out a young woman out of the ballroom and that Ilya and Leon Fabbri were kicked out along with Kain ?!" Savanah gushed out the question. Ares also looked interested. "Yes. Leon, Ilya and Kain were kicked out but because they were caught in their lies. Elijah is the CEO of Luxway. There is a younger son who told the truth that they were being used. Kain tried to hurt the younger son but got slapped on both sides by Elijah and Alessandro. It was fucking hilarious. However correction, Alessandro carried out a man not a woman." I dropped the bomb which had Savanah's jaw dropping and Ares gasping. "I know how you feel." I said. As I let them stew, an organizer walked in. "Good morning judges, we will begin shortly. Please do be ready." he said and walked away. Savanah and Ares nodded while I agreed verbally. Savanah wanted to ask but decided against. By that time, we were summoned. As we were speaking to the crowd, I was impressed by the auditionees attentiveness. As we ended the stage and headed to the control room where cameras were set up for us to watch the models from behind the scenes. Group 1, 2 and 3 were definitely fractured. Their shows are not going to be pretty. Ares and Savanah had a look of distaste on their faces indicating the reaction I have. Group 6 and 7 are decent with some semblance of control. Group 4 and 5 are the best. They were bonding and interacting with each other. That is what we are looking for. Even if you go on different paths, they should be willing to stand together. However, as I noticed in the selections, Lucien was beaming. Seeing him happy makes me wonder what happened in his life. Shaking my head to rid the thoughts, it was time to judge the shows of the first three groups.
Abysmal. Horrible.
Ugh. Words can't even express how horrible all the Fashion shows of Groups 1, 2 and 3 are. Savanah was angry while Ares was furious. They disrespected the clothes, had no sense of style and heck did not have basic courtesy to greet the organizers in charge. I already know that these three groups are going to be struck off. We moved on to see Groups 6 and 7. They did pretty decent. I knew that Group 7 was more in control than Group 6. Savanah and Ares looked at and nodded at Group 7. I agreed with their decision. We saw Group 4 in near perfect condition. I nodded at Savanah and Ares who agreed with me. We finally came to Group 5. I was curious and excited to see how they would perform.
They were modelling Amara Krinos, one of Greece's top fashion designer who has agreed to design a few clothes. I couldn't wait to see them in action. The lights dimmed and waltz music played in a slow tune. We heard footsteps to see the lights on the runway come to life with each step the model took.
The first to appear was Apollo looking calm and walk steady but with purpose. Ares looked satisfied, Savanah pleased and I was impressed. He walked to both ends not letting himself show any sign of nervousness. As he made his way back, another stepped out. It was none other than Eros Dietros. He was definitely a lethal beauty. As he passed Apollo, they exchanged a look that looked smouldering and walked on. He was walking like a woman on a mission. Fiery and passionate. As he turned to walk back, Theodore got on to the runway. As they passed each other, Theodore grabbed Eros's hand and casually kissing his knuckles making Eros blush and sent looks of longing at each other. That raised all our eyebrows surprising us. As Theodore made his round and made his walk back, Callie was walking and as she passed Theodore, she removed her jacket and slung it over her shoulder giving the vibe of a casual businesswoman. The vibe matched with her walk. Sassy and cool. Roy made his way down the catwalk like a Hollywood star from the 60's. He blew a kiss to Callie who returned the same. Roy was easily the best model in terms of his walk. Confident, steady and calm. I was certainly impressed. Esteban soon showed up looking like a dapper gentleman with the same suit style as Callie but the hair looking in a classic 60's style. He was very impressive. Enzo appeared looking like sin. He certainly made it easy for the audience bring up an image of an incubus. Fernando strutted down the catwalk looking like an actor which was quite good. As soon as he turned, Savòy glided down the runway like a delicate swan which definitely is a huge contrast to his rough walk. Ares looked very thrilled while Savanah was impatiently feeling the need to jump and wave her arms around in excitement. However, I was more curious for the closing model. As Savòy walked off, the music went slow to the point of silence when a spotlight appeared at the start to reveal an exquisite beauty at the edge. The beauty moved in a slow and confident but sure manner with their hands on the hips and heels making the sure footed steps. My eyes flew wide open. The walk spoke of grace, elegance and daintiness that was natural. It was Lucien Fabbri. Ares and Savanah hitched their breaths in shock and awe while I was stunned. It reminded me so much of....Ciana Agosti-Fabbri. The kid posed and raised his hands in the universal motion of all at which point all the models walked in the order they started and occupied the row. They all posed in the manner as if they told a story which made me smile. Esteban moved to walk back followed by Enzo, Apollo, Savòy, Theodore, Eros, Callie, Roy, Fernando and finally Lucien. As he reached the end, he bowed and glided off.
There was pin drop silence where no dared breathe until I started clapping and stood up. Ares and Savanah instantly followed. We heard whoops and cheers. It brought a smile to my face. I shared a look with them and we all nodded. I was pleased for a lot of reasons. We found a crop worthy but also because I found one of my missing brother-in-laws. That, I will deal with it later because I knew that my other brother-in-law are unaware. With that came an end to the auditions. The three of us rushed to head to the CEO's office. It was time to get the results to him and decide finally.
This concludes the Model Auditions of Stellare Celeste Entertainment. I couldn't wait for the fun to begin.