Logan and April's planes land at Charles De Gaulle Airport, Paris. A sunny afternoon greeted them after a gruelling seven-hour flight. While waiting for the taxi, Logan whispered to April.
"April. Bienvenue Paris. La ville exotique et romantique."
April smiled. Paris has always been like that, an exotic and romantic city in her head. April looks around Paris from the taxi. For her, Paris was more than she thought. Beautiful buildings, street painters who can paint quickly, and everything different from New York. Paris is the land of artists and art itself.
People in Paris have a great sense of fashion. Indirectly, Paris shows that they have a harmonious relationship. Between love and fashion plus so many couples that April sees alone and happy. There are many romantic things she can do there. A city that was new and foreign to her but felt so close.
The taxi stopped in front of an apartment.
"You can choose which room you want, Apr." Logan pulled April's large suitcase and placed it in front of the room door April would choose.
"Log, this is yours?" April asked.
"Yes."
April felt proud of her best friend's achievement, and she spontaneously hugged Logan. Logan was shocked. This is the first time anyone has treated him like that for his achievements. Even his ex-girlfriend only saw him casually.
"Thank you, April."
"You're welcome. Come on around, I want to choose a room."
"Good afternoon, Mr. Logan." The receptionist greeted him gently.
After walking around, April chose a room on the fifth floor. She wanted to see Paris from a height. For her, Paris at heights has a different kind of beauty, even though she is afraid of heights. The seven-story apartment has a classic pattern, wearing rose and jasmine wallpaper; the walls reveal the impression of beauty. The floor is also equipped with grass patterned carpet. Overall, Logan's apartment gives the impression of gardens in a fairy tale. April likes that.
"Bonjour, Mademoiselle," said Logan as he greeted April in the lobby of his apartment.
Today Logan takes April around Paris and to the painting gallery.
First, Logan takes April to the Musée du Louvre, the world's largest art museum and historical monument. Since he was a child, Logan knew that April wanted to visit there. April was eager to see the Monalisa painting, Italian artist Leonardo Da Vinci's masterpiece.
"LOGAN, THANK YOU," April said as she hugged him at the museum gates.
The Musée du Louvre is located in the Palais du Louvre. This place was originally a fort built in the 12th century. The Louvre Museum has 460,000 objects and exhibits more than 38,000 works from prehistoric times on 72,735 square meters. The museum's collections are divided into eight curatorial departments: Egyptian Antiquities; Near Eastern Antiquities; Greek, Etruscan and Roman Antiquities; Islamic Art; Sculpture; Decorative Arts; Paintings; Prints and Drawings. At least that's what April noted in her diary, which she always carried with her after interviewing museum officials.
"Logan, where are we going now?" April asked enthusiastically.
"Eiffel Tower?"
"COME ON."
During the walk in the Eiffel Tower, April never let go of Logan's hand. They walked around there looking like a married couple on their honeymoon. Logan is so happy to be that close and to see April so happy. Even since childhood, they didn't have much time together during this time because Sean was always there with them. Today was an excellent day for Logan and April too.
After taking selfies, they crossed the Pont de la Concorde bridge, enjoying the day on the banks of the Seine. It was a sunny day, just as the two of them felt. The Parisian breeze today caresses them like a comforting hug.
"You know what? I like it here." April said enthusiastically.
"Yes, so do I."
"But we have to go now. We're going to my painting gallery."
"Come on, Master Knight, hahaha."
Logan was very happy to see the woman he liked laughing so hard. Unlike a few days ago, Logan saw her crying in Sean's office. In her painting gallery, April is very cheerful. April asked about each painting, from inspiration to painting techniques used.
***
Tonight is the second night of April in the City of Paris. Logan invites her to attend her birthday party at one of Logan's traditional restaurants. The excitement was already visible before the party. People who come to parties must wear a similar dress code, red dresses for women and black suits for men. For Logan and April, they wore grey suits and cream-coloured dresses with a bit of floral print. Logan, the party owner and April, with whom he invited, became the centre of attention. Logan introduces April to his guests as his best friend.
The female guests were interested in Logan. Indeed, his Latin-Spanish face, dark black hair, and grey eyes attracted many women to Logan. Moreover, a woman who had always seen Logan from the start, whom April had always looked up to. The woman looks like her; April learns that the woman is Logan's ex-girlfriend in the middle of the party. That's what April heard from the guests.
The party that night was lively. April and Logan become the centre of attention of their opposite sex. Amid soft jazz music, guests toast with their glasses. Logan has provided a variety of cocktails and mocktails to drink to your heart's content.
***
Johanson Corp., New York.
Sean was pacing back and forth in his room. Amy Parker, his secretary, had been scolded ten times for no apparent reason since this morning. As a secretary who had been with Sean for a long time, Amy knew her boss was up to something complicated. To the extent that several important meetings were cancelled today.
Sean has called April's number many times since then. He also couldn't find all of April's social media accounts.
"Damn, she closed all her social media," said Sean annoyed and then slammed his gadget.
"Sir, there is a meeting this afternoon," said Amy.
"Amy, shut up! Just cancel it and don't bother me," for the umpteenth time, Sean scolded Amy today.
Camila came in through the door. She hugged her lover; without saying anything, Camila immediately kissed Sean's lips. Sean, who could not dodge, returned the kiss. Camila asked, "what's the matter, honey?"
"There isn't anything."
"Are you sure?"
"Yes"
Camila had always been able to make Sean forget his problems. Camila can always comfort Sean when he needs it, whether it's a hug or love. Like now, with just a hug, Sean could forget everything, even if only for a moment. Including failing April, who is currently having fun in Paris.
"Sit down," Camila pushed Sean into her oversized chair. The glamorous woman climbed onto Sean's desk and began to open her thighs.
"Cami," Sean caught his throat. The woman's G string was already plastered in front of his eyes.
"Come on, Sean. We haven't had fun in two days." Camila said spoiled.
"Ehm… but in a moment, I have a meeting." Sean was getting hot when he saw Camila start to strip.
"We play fast." Camila pleaded.
Sean loosened his tie. "Your charm is hard to resist, Dear Camila," Sean leaned in to enjoy Camila's naked body.
"Ah Sean…., you're always great." Camila sighed.