It was 5:30PM.
Salish's mother, Saddie along with her stepfather and two stepbrothers were sitting on the biggest couches of the luxurious living room discussing about the incident which had occurred that morning.
The men of the family were mostly angered by the behavior of the girl who had always obeyed them like a slave turning into the queen and what added fuel to the fire was that they had to eat the food made by Saddie, which was terrible in taste.
The women, Saddie, was also angered by a different scenario which happened with her when she was with her friends earlier and decided to tell it all to her husband and children after going back to her house.
Like her routine, in the morning, she had gone shopping with women of her age who knew nothing but how to spend their husbands hard earned money and there while paying, the black card which she always used to show off, according to what cashier said had been blocked.
The situation turned even more embarrassing for her when she realized that she did not carry cash the same day. The looks her so-called-friends gave her was enough for her to realize that she had lost all her power and fame which she held between the women.
The brothers, Jack and Jonathan, did not knew anything about the cards being blocked. They were equally surprised.
While they were busy commenting in a negative way about Salish's behavior towards them while completely ignoring their own harsh words and the unhealthy amount of work, they made her do during the past ten years, Salish walked down the stairs wearing some nice Chanel sandals paired up with a knee length black dress, a shiny diamond Rolex watch and open hair with a Louis Viton clutch holding them together. With her lips shining bright and her mood being better than ever she threw a stack of cash on a table right Infront of them and said, "Go and buy something for you people to eat. I will return by late."
"Where are you going?" Her mother, Saddie asked in anger.
"None of your business old lady." She replied taking out her Gucci sunglasses out of her Burberry pursue.
"After ruining each one of our days you want to go out and have fun, huh?! I will not allow that. Go back to your room." Her mother, Saddie partly yelled at her with her husband nodding to each one of her words.
Upon hearing her words Salish gracefully walked towards her mother causing her to look down in a bit of panic and fear because till now she had got to know what all her daughter was capable of doing.
Salish lifted her mother's face using her elegant, long and slim finger raising up Saddie's chin.
"Listen here lady, I do not have time to listen to all your nonsense. You should be grateful that I am giving you freeloaders money so that you can at least eat."
Saying this she took a glance at the men of the family siting terrified because of her behavior and chuckled at them.
Taking two steps backwards, she turned around and exited the house leaving her mother sulking behind.
With a victory smirk, she gets into her car and drives off to a shopping mall.
She had decided that she would not keep her desires away from her now. She had money, so she had power. She a status and that's why people gave her respect.
"Let's enjoy ourselves, Salish." Saying that she walks into the mall and does every other thing she loved and missed.
"Walking through the corridor of the mall with four shopping bags in her hand she bumps into someone.
"Excuse me miss, I am very sorry I was not looking where I was going", "I'm sorry sir, I was paying attention to my surroundings." Said both the people at the same time while looking down.
Recognizing each other's voice, they look up and their eyes meet.
"You?!" Said both in excitement at the same time again.
"It's been a long time, how are you doing, girl?" Asked the man.
"I am good dude. How about you?" Salish replied with a huge smile plastered on her face.
Their talks continue, leaving many questions behind.
It was around 7:54 PM.
"Eric...?" Asked she, "Salish...?" Asked he...
"It's been a long time. Let's catch up." Said the guy to Salish.
"Why not?" He replied to Salish.
"How about going for a nice dinner tonight?" Asked the guy while looking at her.
"Sure~ Let's go any rooftop restaurant!" Salish exclaimed.
"Damm girl, your love for food and night views still hasn't come to any end, I see." He said followed by a chuckle.
"I know, it's endless." She replied.
"Okay ma'am, you win. Let's go a French restaurant nearby. It's totally your taste." He spoke.
Driving a bit fast, with the windows down and soft music on the play. Moon was breaking through Salish's silky hair and eyes full of brotherhood stared at her.
Only the talks about business and their memories together from high school took place. No personal matter and economic stuff were discussed considering and respecting their long gap of staying apart with almost no contact.
The restaurant in which Eric brought Salish was a stylish Eight-star restaurant. The interior decoration of the restaurant was dark themed with white colored flowers such as Amaryllis, Canada Anemone, Arabian Jasmine, Calla Lily, Carnation and mainly Camellia.
White flowers are one of the best ways to tie a place together and add brightness to the landscape. They offer a stark contrast to the dark green and browns of most gardens and help to divide sections. They can also provide balance to areas that may not have flowers at all.
When they both entered the restaurant, they were warmly welcomed by the staff members present there.
Salish was welcomed by the female manager of the restaurant was immediately given a bouquet of Gardenia while the male manager shook hands with Eric and guided them to their specially reserved dinner table for the night.
Another member of their staff's team came and was about to give the menu booklet to Eric but the politely gestured the staff member to give it to Salish instead, remembering the fact that she loved the French cosine more than anything.
"Here is the menu ma'am. Please feel free to call me whenever you are done deciding what you wish order for your meal." The staff bowed and left.
"Here, you can take a look at the menu." Salish said passing the booklet to him.
"No dude, order whatever you want. I'll have the same. Let me what are your likings." He said.
"Well, okay. Call the waiter for me please." Salish said while looking into the 'snack' section of the booklet."
"Your done ordering already?!" Asked Eric in Suprise.
"Well, I do not need time to decided what I want to eat Mr., whatever comes up in mind goes in tummy." Said she while flipping her hair.
"So, that means you never ate vegetable, right?" He asked teasingly.
"Eww, gross! Don't tell me that you are a grass lover as well!" Salish said while whining.
Their conversation was interrupted by the arrival of the waiter.
"What would you like to order ma'am?" Asked the waiter before taking out an iPad to note their order.
"Uh, two Soupe à l'oignon (traditional French soup made of onions and beef stock), two Flamiche (a puff-pastry crust filled with cheese and vegetables and resembles a quiche. The traditional filling is leeks and cream, although various variations exist), One medium Salade Niçoise, two Boeuf Bourguignon (A firm favorite, this delicious red wine-based beef stew), One medium Blanquette de Veau and Fondue Savoyarde (A big pot of melted cheese infused with white wine and garlic is the center piece)."
"Those are very amazing choices ma'am! These dishes are mostly popular in the cities of France. I have sent your order and it shall arrive in five minutes."
"Thankyou" said Eric.
"Anything particular for desert ma'am?" Asked the waiter before departing.
"You can ask him that." Salish said while pointing at him.
"Umm, we will keep it normal. One Vanilla waffle Ice-ream with dark and white Choco chips and chocolate syrup on top and one chocolate Ice-cream with the same toppings."
"Thank you sir. Have a great meal." He waiter said and left from the scene after bowing.
"Eric... take my pics quick." Ordered Salish.
"Aish, girls and their drills." Cursed Eric under this breathe after feeling caught.
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The dinner went well. They enjoyed their time together with Eric having to click Salish's pictures one after another. The food tasted well and in the end both of them gave 10/10 rating for the restaurant and its service.
Eric dropped Salish off at her house before saying goodbye and giving her the new address of his written on a card along with his mobile number.
Salish thanked him for the wonderful dinner and went insider her home.
Upon entering she did not see the sight of her family anywhere around. It was only maids and butlers, but she couldn't care less.
Salish went up to her room and quickly changed into comfortable clothes before putting her phone on charger and going to her dreamland.