It's not a new thing that Ken's birthday was tomorrow.It was all over the school platform.Those that didn't get an invite were pained,while those that got an invite were in cloud nine.
Ken is well Known in college,well many knew him through his videos,why many knew him because he was cute.
When the news about his birthday came about..many people started rolling with him because they wanted to get an invite..His last birthday party was fun,though cops raided it because they got a report that a student was selling drugs.
But due to the connection Ken's father had..he was able to settle the police officers.Because of that incident Ken's dad made a proposal for him that if he was ever going to celebrate his birthday,he must send an invite to his closest friends and colleagues.
And any one who didn't get one, should know that they aren't wanted there
≈≈≈THE POOL HOUSE≈≈≈
"Crack"
The man carrying the glass cups tripped and fell on the floor.Blood was oozing out of his palm,leaving a shocking red mark on his white dress.
His gaze was fixed on the figure in front of him"Master Ken,I am So sorry"
"Oh my God,Why didn't you watch where you were going?"Ken's affected voice rang out.followed by Trip's husk voice
"Is there a first aid kit in the house?"Trip asked
Ken rushed towards the man on the floor"Yes I guess so"He glanced at Trip.
"Sit over here,I will call someone to come treat your wounds..after you get it treated,I think it's better you go home"He spoke worriedly.
On hearing the man whimpering..Ken felt agitated.he hated it whenever he saw his staff in pains,he regards them as his own family.
"Is the cut deep?"Trip questioned the Maid who brought the first aid kit.she knew a little about medicine,so if there's someone who can treat the wound now and to know if the man needs an hospital,it's the maid
She removed some pieces of glass that were pricking his hand.She treated the wound,added some mentholated spirit to it then applied some scar removal ointment before she plastered it.
"If he takes some pain relief,by tomorrow he won't be feeling the pain too much,the wound isn't deep..thank God for that"She spoke up and left
"I think it's best you go home,don't worry I'd send you your fees for today"Ken trembled,hiding the pain he was feeling
The servant started feeling bad,Ken was more like a junior brother to him..I made it his job to make sure Ken's birthday would be a success tomorrow,but now he just ended up destroying the glass cups they needed for tomorrow.
"I am so sorry Master Ken,I was clumsy..I promise it won't happen again"He apologized.
Ken knelt down in front of him"It's nothing serious sir,just take a few days rest..besides you've helped enough today..it's my turn to help you out okay"
He brought out some dollar bills and tucked it into the man's second hand"Use this to get some drugs at the pharmacy,I will transfer your pay for today when I'm paying the other staff okay?"
Who said all rich people are wicked?.He was forever grateful to be able to work with Ken's parents before he was being asked to take care of their only son.
3 months ago,his wife was sick..Ken called his mom to report it to her Upon hearing it,Ken's mom called the family doctor to come check up on his wife..they gave her the best treatment.
He was forever grateful to be able to work with this family"Thank you so much Master Ken,I really appreciate it"He hugged Ken,wiped the tears on his face and left.
Ken stared at him as he left before he turned to look at Trip"So I just lost all my glass cups"
Trip chuckled"Well,we could order another set before tomorrow"
"Nah,it won't work..those cups were on pre-order..it would take atleast 3 months to get here"He shook his head in disagreement.
"So what are we going to do?"Trip scratched his head in confusion.
Ken sighed sharply"Look i don't know man"
Trip moved closer to him,then clapped his hands happily"I got an idea,I could call one of the maid in my house to bring us 3cartons of glass cups..that would work"
Ken gritted his teeth then locked eyes with Trip.
Has Trip forgotten how far his house was..or was he trying to pull his leg.
"And have them deliver the cup from LA,really Trip?That would take like 3days to get here"He gave him an angry look"Are you pulling my legs or what?"
Trip laughed hard"Was just giving a suggestion,well if that doesn't sit with you,how bout we order for some plastic cup...That would work"
He walked towards the direction of the pool,and Ken followed suit.
The design in the pool side was magnificent..there was light on the trees and inside the pool
Even the inscription of Ken's name inside the pool was obvious in the sunlight.
Though he usually comes to the pool house,he hardly go the pool side.
The floor showcased some beautiful wood tiles design.Few figurines stood around the four corners of the pool.
The design was semi-finished but he knew before tomorrow the decorations would be completed
Each figurines were truly one of kind.Too bad his dad wasn't a fan sculpted works.
"The pool would light up in the night,making my name more obvious...and the tree too"He enlighten him on the design.
"I know dude,I'm not dumb...I think it's best you start placing your orders for the plastic cups"He stared at the design for a long time before he finally turned to face Ken.
When Ken looked up to face him,he put on a false smile"That is what I'm doing"He scrolled through his phone looking for other things to order aside the cup
"Should I order some Swisher..it'd be dope you know"
Trip silently looked at Ken whose face was beeming with joy and excitement.
"Your dad said no drugs allowed"
"Swisher isn't a drug,it's more like a flavoured smoke,you know..it ain't dangerous like the regular one"He pouted.
"It is still a smoke"Trip eyed him.
Words automatically flowed out of his mouth"Well my dad won't know that there would be swisher unless you tell him"
"I am not a tattle tail"
"I didn't say you are,I'm just asking you to turn a blind eye on this one"He placed the order for the cups,the swisher and other stuff.
"And what if what happened 2years ago happens again"
"It won't..let's go check out how the decorations are going"He walked towards the main building."By the way have you spoken to Christy lately?"
"Yes,I saw her yesterday..why are you asking?"
Ken avoided his gaze"Was just asking"
After the kiss he and Anna shared yesterday he has been avoiding her.Actually it's more like he hasn't texted or called her yet because he didn't know what to say or tell her.
"I saw Anna too,and she asked about you"Trip eased his curiosity.
"Really?"His eyes shined brightly..he quickly realized what Trip was trying to do.
He decided to act cool and unconcerned:
"Whatever man"
Trip pinched his arm"You like her dummy"
Ken's face suddenly changed.He seemed to have thought of something and looked at Trip with a burning gaze.
"I don't like her...I just find her comfortable to be with"
If it was someone else who said this,he would have believed the person..but it was Ken whom he grew up with.
He knew Ken was trying so hard to lie to him and to himself that he didn't like Anna,but he was completely wrong
He knew Ken was someone who crushes on someone easily,and he has never been in an actual relationship before.
But seeing him feel and act completely different whenever Anna's name is being brought up,it feels kind of special to Trip.
Now that he knows and he has affirmed that Ken likes Anna,he will make it his utmost Mission to bring the two of them together tomorrow.
As he remained silent for a while,he spoke up again"Don't be shy,if you like her..just let her know"
Ken calmly raised his head and gave Trip a cold glance"And what about you?"
"What about me what?"
"What do you feel about Christy?"
That question came as a surprise to him..he glanced at Ken's burning gaze on his face and he suddenly felt like a chicken being strangled by someone.
Unable to breathe he averted his gaze from Ken..Why is he pinning it down on me?he thought.
Seeing that Trip was hesitant in his answer,his voice suddenly sounded malicious"What?,Cat caught your tongue?"
As he remained for sometime,he spoke up again,his voice different from before,this time his voice was hoarse,dark and filled with uncertainty.
"With Christy,I don't know man..it feels like I know her before..like there is this connection between the both of us,but I can't just seem to wrap my fingers around it"
Ken looked at him suspiciously feeling that something was off,but he shrugged it off.
Just as he was about to say something,one of the staff came running in their direction..
"Master Ken,the interior decorator is here, and she is asking to see you"
Their attention drifted to the servant in front of them
"Right,we have countless things to do...and girls talk isn't part of it"Ken said feeling thankful for the interruption.
They walked into the living room and were marvelled by what the interior decorator did.
They carefully arranged the tables and chairs,the large space in the living room was decorated with white satin,and standing at the center of the living room was a large photo frame of Ken.
It was only yesterday he celebrated his birthday,and now he's doing it again...how time flies.
He face was beeming with joy as he saw the decorations
"Well,we will finish with the pool side tonight,and this place will be looking more beautiful tomorrow"The interior designer spoke up.
"Honestly,I don't know what to say...this is just so beautiful"His eyes was shining uncontrollably.
"Well,well,well...we don't want our celebrant crying and having an eye bag tomorrow"Trip laughed..he glanced at the designs and truly,the designs were actually beautiful.
"Well,I think,that's a good sign from you guys,well then we will be heading outside to do some little touch up with the designs outside"And with that she left.
"Wow"He still couldn't believe it,His parents said they'd make sure his birthday was a success and they are doing it.
"I guess your dad went beyond his limits for you..without your dad supporting you,I don't think your money can pull this off"Trip laughed mockingly.
"Shut up man"He punched him lightly on his stomach.
Trip saw the excitement in his eyes,and he heard the joy in his voice.
His birthday last year was beautiful,but the designs weren't as beautiful as this year's own.
When his father said he'd make it up to him in his next birthday,he actually kept his words.
Ken's phone rang,disrupting Trip's thoughts.
"Go on, answer it..I'm going to walk around the house"He tapped his shoulder and excused himself.
"Hello"
"Hey"Anna voice was soft on the line."How is your preparation going?"
"Its going much more than I expected"His scanned the decorations on more time
"That is good to hear"She chuckled.
She called him,She called him..his thoughts were ringing loud in his ears.
"How did your video go?,how are the likes and views?"
Shit!,he tapped his head..why did he talk about the video?,speaking about the video would make them remember the kiss they shared.
The silence was brief
"It was nice,the views were more than I expected...I got a million views and the likes were mind-blowing"
He could hear her excitement over the phone.He wished she was actually standing in front of him.
"That's very good to hear",He smiled"I'd send my chauffeur to pick you guys up tomorrow"
"Alright....see you tomorrow then"she chuckled.
"See you tomorrow".
And with a beep the call ended.
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"Who was on the line"Tang Yan asked out of curiosity.
Ever since Anna picked up the phone to call someone she suspected it was Ken...but she shrugged it off.
But on hearing her giggle and laugh like a sixteen years old it made her suspicion clear.
"It was Ken...and he said he is going to send his chauffeur to pick us up tomorrow"Her eyes beemed with excitement.
"Hmmmmm...right"She looked at her for a while,before she took her attention back to her book.
Anna stared at the Necklace she got for Ken"I wonder if he will like this?"She thought.
The necklace had Ken's name spelt on it..she spent half of her pocket money on the necklace,but it was worth it
When the goldsmith told her it would take at least 3days to get ready,she wasn't satisfied with the news.
He told her that the only way it can be made in a day was if she had enough money to make it work...
She knew he was trying to squeeze some money out of her,but she had no choice but to give him the amount he asked for.
"Tomorrow will be nice"She stared at the ceiling "I am sure of it"She thought..
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On the other side,Ken had the same thought.
"Tomorrow will be nice...I'm sure of it"He stared at the decorations with a satisfying look.
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