(8 years later)
(Zane POV)
"On Monday, you have a Time magazine cover photoshoot with Patrick Demarchelier. On Tuesday, you have a masterclass to give at Le Cordon Bleu, New York. On Wednesday, you have to be a guest judge on Masterchef junior. On Thursday, it's a meet and greet with your fans at Macy's." Ava said on the phone while I am pushing my baggage cart at the airport all the way to the exit to wait for my service.
"So basically, my schedule is almost full next week."
"Yep!"
"May God be with me then! Where's my service by the way?"
"He's on his way to pick you up."
"Great! I guess I'll just call you later."
"Okay."
I hung up and waited patiently for my service car to arrive. As I was waiting, I took off my sunglasses to wipe the stain on it which is the biggest mistake I have done because there are two or three people who, now want to have their picture taken with me. I am not really too keen on taking selfies and people being touchy because it feels like my personal space is being invaded and that's like my number one pet peeve of all time, especially since someone tried to rob me in real life.
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"Hopefully, I didn't come across too cold earlier." I said to Ava on the phone as I was making my way to my new apartment.
"What did I say, Zane? You have to learn how to get used to it without being bitchy towards your fans because you're now a public figure. Every move you make is being watched."
"I know but it's like some people really can't take a hint. I just came from a long flight and all of a sudden, they are going to be all clingy and touchy. It's really aggravating."
"Alright, just stop thinking about it too much and update me regarding what you think of your new apartment, okay?"
"Okay, I am actually in the elevator right now, on my way to finally see it."
"Alright, talk to you later, bye!"
"Bye!" I responded. The elevator dinged and stopped at 11th floor. I stepped out and looked for apartment 1104, the unit that I looked up online and bought at a pretty fair price. I actually haven't seen it myself but Ava guaranteed that it is up to my standards. As I finally tracked the room down, I took out my keys from my pocket and began unlocking the door. As soon as I got in…
"SURPRISE!!"
Everyone shouted with Ava shooting the confetti cannon at me, sprinkling me with confetti all over. I looked around to see Gardenia, Kline and Sasha with party hats on their heads. I looked up to the streamer above them that says "Welcome home!"
It's a homecoming get together, how sweet!! My grin turned wide as I realized that they have been planning this all along. I feel so loved right now.
"Hey chef! Aren't you going to give us a hug?" Kline said. I rushed to the three of them and we all did a group hug together.
"I missed you all so much."