Today is the day i will be debuting again, or whatever it is called i am currently doing.
This past couple of weeks has taught me a lot and i have learnt a lot. With the weight of my family and Dylan no longer being a burden to me, i've been so free and unapologetic.
It's like i am a new person while still being the same person. I've realised that most things i say, do and tolerate before has more to do with what the people around me wants me to do.
I've realised that the real me is outspoken and cocky.
Who are you, and what are you doing here? this place is a private space and off limits to outsiders; queried a voice i'm not familiar with.
I'm currently back stage at the event venue in a single room that Xavier placed me. He said he does not want anyone to see me or get any idea of what's about to happen.
Here i am with my thoughts and someone i don't know comes in asking me questions.
Now i have no issue with the question, rather i'm having issue with the manner the question is being asked.
If this place is off limit to outsiders, and i am currently here what does that tell you.
Look whoever you are, i'm sure you must have slept with someone high profile to be here. But you have to understand that you won't go far.
Nadine is the one and only queen, sleep with whomever it still won't change that fact.
You know why, because she is as beautiful as she is talented. You can't beat that.
You must really be a sad and frustrated person for you to be sayig all this to a stranger.
You have no idea who i am and if what you've said will be damaging to the person you are stanning.
It is because of brainless people like you that celebrities sometimes get bad reputation.
How dare you talk to me like that, do you know who i am?
Trust me i don't give a rat ass who you are.
You are rude and unreasonable, that already makes you inconsequential in my book.
Me, inconsequential? You will pay for this, you've messed with the wrong person.
I will teach you a lesson.
Picking an eyeliner from the table she left.
Shaking my head at her weak attempts at bullying, i turned to the mirror to see if my face mask is still in place after the banter i just had.
Tove are you ready? asked Xavier as he comes in with Sade my makeup artist.
I sure am.
Nervous? he asked.
Not really, i'm ready for this.
Good, Sade start with her makeup i need you to use green eyeshadow to help make the green in her eyes more pronounced.
Okay Mr Xavier.
This place is packed and look at everyone present. Everyone that matters in the industry is here. Xavier is not playing Ian.
It's Xavier after all, this is his turf; I replied.
I and Josh together with Linda and Alaric are sitted together in a private section.
The hall is divided into different sections in order to accomodate the elite of society. And currently everyone and anyone that matters is currently here.
Xavier said he has ideas, he was right.
The show started and as usual every design created by Xavier is nothing short of amazing.
The clothes were sold out before the fashion show was concluded.
The designs were vibrant, cheerful and bright.
About twenty models has already walked the runway and still no sign of Tove.
Ian, whispered Josh.
Are you sure everything is alright? normally Xavier is well known for using just twenty models, the twentieth model is walking right now and Vee hasn't shown herself.
Did she run away again?
It can't be i said, not knowing if i am reassuring Josh or myself.
Suddenly the bright lightings in the hall changed to a darker shade and in walked Xavier looking lovely in a cream colored sleevless backless top paired with a cream trouser and boot.
Gasp could be heard all around, Xavier looks stunning.
What is he doing, asked Al to no one in particular.
Good evening ladies and gentlemen, began Xavier.
Hope you've enjoyed the show so far?
Yes came a chorus of answers followed by clapping.
Good, it is my pleasure.
Now i want to present to you my last addition to the collection. Yes it is the last addition but however it is my favorite.
The message behind this design is simply this.
Even in darkness we can create something beautiful.
Ladies and gentleman it is my honor to present to you.................Vee.
Suddenly the music and lightings changed.
And in walked Vee, looking so breathtakingly beautiful in her gown.
She has changed alarmingly.
Etheral, that's the only word i can think of.
Her wavy hair was done to fall beautifully around her shoulders.
And the gown was a snug fit, showcasing all her curves and the slit though high still covered her hip bone and lower, making one want to see more and when she walk it was cat like and seductive.
She walked to Xavier did her turn and the light shone on her face but not exceddingly bright.
The makeup made her already beautiful eyes more mesmerising.
Xavier took her hand together they took a bow walked back and left the stage.
Perfection that's what i just witnessed.
Everyone was silent holding their breath.
As soon as they left, the entire hall broke out in a thunderous clap.
Feeling my self grow hard, i adjusted my position.
Tove will be the end of me.
Ian, is that not Vee?
Why is she with Zee?
What's going on?
That's Vee and Zee is her manager; answered Josh thankfully.
For i was in no mood to answer Al.
Vee?
Is she a new artist signed by emerald? Linda asked.
No baby, she is actually an old artist.
Really why haven't i heard of her.
You have, although back then she was a teenager.
Teenager, wait now that you mentioned it, i remember now.
Of cause her eyes is a dead giveaway.
But she disappeared.
Wait, she is back?
This is not good, Nadine now has competition.
Baby i will be back i need to go find Nadine.
Sure thing babe.
Ian why didn't you tell me about this? asked Al soon as Linda left.
He should tell you as what? questioned Josh.
A member of the board?
That's not what i'm saying Josh. Zee seems very close to her, i should have been informed.
As Xavier what?
Guardian or lover?
What are you saying Josh, xavier and i are both men. Watch what you say especially in public.
That's enough both of you, i interjected.
This is a win for Emerald, look around everyone is talking about Xavier and Tove.
We should be celebrating, not fighting.
And Alaric, Tove is back where she belongs and Zee is her manager.
If you have anything you want to say or ask, you should be asking him not us?
Suddenly i received a text from Zee.
Zee said he's leaving with Tove.
That we can meet them in club 360 to celebrate.
Count me in, said Josh.
You both can go ahead, i better stay with Linda.
I thought you wanted to talk to Xavier; asked Josh.
I don't think it's appropriate for me to talk to him, especially with the stunt he pulled tonight.
What stunt?
Come on Josh his clothes was practically screaming i'm gay.
But he is gay, and also a designer. It is his job to look good.
Even so, must he announce it. What will people say if i am caught in a club with him?
But Alaric you've been going to club with him for years now, what have they been saying?
Well not anymore.
Wait Al, don't tell me the reason you didn't invite your bestfriend to your engagement is because he is gay?
Why are you sounding as if i am a monster Josh?
It wasn't just that, he is also in love with me.
I mean how can my bestfriend who is a man be in love with me.
I tried explaining to Ian but he is not just getting me.
You are straight too, maybe you will see reason.
You know it is funny Al; i began.
You are worried that Zee will want more. Yet he has been in love with you for years and other than i, no one knows about it. Yes you might argue that people like Linda are suspicious.
But that's all it is, suspicion.
Zee never told anyone or disturbed you in anyway,
Yet here you are, doing the announcement all by yourself.
I'm glad Zee has finally found closure and is living his life.
Because, you are not worthy of him.