Next day ,
Gael's POV
I finally finished signing all the documents that needed my signature. I arranged the files on the table , and finally , my table was cleared . I grabbed the telephone to call Ginny when I heard a knock on the door.
"Just in time" I muttered returning the phone back in place .
"Come in"
"Boss" she bowed a little while walking in.
"What do you have?" I asked
" Liza's assistant said she has a very busy schedule and can't book any appointments now," she explained.
" Dang it" I groaned, slamming my fist angrily on the table.
" What exactly does she want?"
"She's after my company and yet refuses to let us talk" I half yelled again.
" Sir, I suggest we give her sometime, she probably thinks it's not a good idea now"
" How much time before my company goes down the drain huh? " I snapped . Ginny flinched slightly.
Ugh!
I just can't stand this lady. She's acting all high and mighty . Maybe Claire is right , there's something more to her.
"Boss??" Ginny called
"Book another appointment" I replied immediately.
"But sir, she's just going to refuse it again " she tried to argue
"Hey! I'm the boss here, you go by my rules , get that?! "
" I-" she made to say something, but decided against it.
" Fine , I'll book an appointment with her"
"Better " I glared at her.
"Do justice to those files and send the emails to those who got the job " I added some seconds later .
" Yes sir" she replied, grabbing the files.
"What do I have to do today ?"
"An appointment with Ms Frances by 3pm to talk about your newest collaboration on her boutique and dinner with Ms Alawi , later at 7pm " she replied
" Prepare everything I need for the meeting with Frances"
" Yes sir"
" You can leave"
She walked out , shutting the door behind her.
I rubbed my temples .
Oh gosh ! I'm so frustrated and don't even know what to do
I've got to meet Liza soon.
***
"Thank you for your time " Ms Frances said, stretching her hands for a handshake.I took her hands in, forcing a smile .
She passed me one of those flirty smiles and I frowned.
Yeah?! I get I'm handsome, but can't she see that we are in a business meeting ?.
"I'll get going now ,my secretary will finalize everything with yours" I added, withdrawing my hands from hers.
" Great then" she replied
" Here you go miss" I heard Ginny say while I walked to the car .
I got into the back seat . Some seconds later , Ginny got into the car , sitting beside John, My driver.
"Sir?" She called, turning to look at me.
"Drive to the office" I simply said
He started the car and drove towards the company .
***
7:30 Pm
I got out of my car and adjusted my shades before walking into the restaurant. Only a few people were there. I had to do this , because I'm sure I wouldn't be able to stay here if it was crowded like it usually was.
I walked towards the counter and luckily I didn't get any stares probably because of my shades .
"The VIP" I said simply to the bar man . He arched his brows.
"Do you have an appointment with someone here or you booked it?" He asked rather rudely.
"Do you want to get sacked?" I asked , slightly pulling off my shades
He gasped.
" Si-sir, Ra-mos???" He stuttered in shock
I smirked and put it on again
" So, VIP?" I asked
" This way sir" he replied ,trying his best not to stutter . He walked towards a door and I followed him.
He opened it and led me in.
"What should I get you sir?" He asked bowing.
"You can leave" I replied .
"Sir?"
I glared at him and he walked out before I could even say anything. I sighed and glanced swiftly at my wristwatch.
"Wow!, my date is ten minutes late, just how to start a supposed relationship" I muttered
I scanned the room . It was medium sized , with two round glass tables and two chairs on each table. The room which was purple themed had artificial plants in beautifully designed vases at both ends of the room.
There was a vase of flowers on both tables , though the flower was small but from the look it was quite expensive . At the end of the room , was a purple and dark pink coloured couch and a glass center table with a flower on it.
Just then the door opened and she walked in. Cathy Alawi !.
My date who was supposed to arrive at 7pm !.
"Oh my gosh , I'm sorry I kept you waiting " she said walking to the table.
I scanned her dress. She was putting on a gold coloured tight gown which hugged to her body like a second skin and brought out all her curves in the right places . The dress was slitted from her thigh downward. The hands of the cloth hugged firmly to the side of her shoulders .
She had a chain with a love symbol hung around her neck and her hair was neatly styled in a ponytail with the tendrils falling by both sides of her head.
"I just had some things to attend to" she added
" Well I could have done the same and no one would be here " I replied sharply.
" I'm sorry, okay?" She smiled
" So , what would you like to eat?" She asked grabbing the menu
" Whatever you order" i muttered
" Well, the Seafood Rice will look good and Apple Crumble and custard for dessert also " she said
She turned to the waiter who had walked in with her earlier
"We will have that"
"I'll be back ma'am, sir" he bowed and walked out
"So , Gael"