Anna's POV
The atmosphere was different and even a blind person would be able to tell that they are in an entirely different city.
It was a three hours flight and I slept through half of it. I cannot be the only one that sleeps once the plane takes off.
We landed much to my relief because I was beginning to get tired of the flight.
A burst of fresh air hit my face as I walked into the already booked hotel reception. I inhaled sharply, taking in everything like I had not been able to breathe for days.
It was exactly what I needed , a change of environment.
I checked in to my hotel room and ordered food immediately. I had just one hour and some minutes to get ready for the first class.
I stole a quick glance at my reflection in the mirror and I smiled at the beautiful woman that stared back at me.
"I'm going to make you proud baby" I whispered pointing at my image in the mirror .
I felt grateful for signing up for the entrepreneur workshop. I vowed to make it the best one week of my life, living and learning.
Hours passed and I was walking into an auditorium filled with young and aspiring entrepreneurs, fifty of us according to the registration form. Hence why it was called the VIP.
The first speaker was a woman that looked like she was in her mid forties, stunning and energetic. She spoke for few minutes before introducing the founder of the workshop.
"It was his idea all along , to help young entrepreneurs grow in their businesses. Welcome Mr Hedrick" she said and the room began to echo with palms jamming together in a round of applause.
What I saw next made my jaw drop , my heart missed a beat as I felt shivers all over my body.
He stepped on to the podium with his hand in his pockets, straight face and sharp jawline.
"Is this really happening?" I thought.
He looked even more handsome than the day I saw him at the pool.
His well tailored chocolate shirt fit him perfectly. I could not believe that I was seeing Mr gorgeous again.
Could the universe be passing a message across? That this man belongs in my life. His familiar smile stretched on his face as he spoke. His voice sounded rich and it sent waves over my body.
"I am going to be teaching y'all along side other great business men and women….." he was saying.
No way! There's no way I would be seeing him everyday for a week.
Maybe my eyes and mind were trying to play a trick on me . How could he be the founder of the workshop I signed up for?
I was so tempted to pick up my phone to text Solange and tell her what was happening to her dear friend but I resisted the urge and tried to pay attention to what he was saying instead.
I've heard so much about perfect coincidences but this was the first one happening to me. Talk about being at the right place at the right time.
"Dear universe , thank you" my stomach churned in excitement.
I sighed and prayed silently that he doesn't notice me. I needed more time to process this whole thing and act right but I knew my emotions was going to give me away.
He spoke for few minutes and I tried to concentrate on what he was saying but I could not. The only thing I could think of was half his body in the swimming pool and the way he looked at me the other day.
I wondered if he had prayed to see me again just like I did. In fact I had planned to go back to the karaoke bar the moment I got back home.
His lips moved perfectly and the way he demonstrated with his hands was sexy, who would have thought he was a great teacher? I thought about those hands wrapped around my waist and fondling my bottom. His lips kissing mine passionately. I closed my eyes and allowed the thoughts come freely, I knew at that instance that I was sexually attracted to him and I wanted him to touch me in places that would send shivers down my spine. I wanted him to kiss my inner thighs and I wanted to feel his mouth hard on my nipple.
I opened my eyes wide, blinking to be sure it was really him. I stared at him even harder scrutinizing him from head to toe.
Just like he could feel my eyes on him , he looked towards my direction for the first time and our eyes met. My heart missed a beat as I tried to look away immediately but failed. I did not know what to make out of his facial expression, he looked shocked and at the same time pleased because a small smile was playing at the corner of his lips.
"He's pleased to see me" I thought.
I smiled back shyly not sure what to do and the gesture made him smile harder.
He carried on like nothing happened and that made my heart sink.
"Maybe he didn't even like me as much as I thought he did" I thought to myself.
Or maybe it was only me going crazy about him and he was just indifferent.
The class ended few minutes later and I hurriedly picked up my laptop and headed for the door.
I decided to go to the cafeteria for a quick lunch before heading back to my hotel room to unpack my bags and settle in properly.
The cafeteria was almost empty except for a couple of girls eating and watching what sounded like a rom com on their laptop. I couldn't help but miss Solange at that moment, I wondered what she was up to. Probably at work trying to convince the clients why it's best for them to choose the company. The thought made me smile.
I found a perfect corner to sit and ordered iced coffee and pastries. I ordered take out because I wanted to escape so bad.
"Hey" I heard a familiar voice, sweet male cologne filled my nostrils . I was trying to figure out where I have heard the voice trying not to freak out. Although I knew very well who it was but I still had my doubts.
I turned around gently and standing in front of me was Mr gorgeous. His eyes looking directly into mine like he was searching for answers to his questions.
We stared at each other for a while and I could feel the sexual tension rise up again.
"Hey" I whispered .
Every attempt to act composed failed because I could not stand being stared at by this man , his eyes were looking directly into my soul.
"I found you again" he said softly sounding entirely different from the way he sounded in class earlier.
"I thought I was not going to see you again" he continued.
At that moment I knew exactly what I wanted and this man was it.
I got up and moved closer to him throwing myself in his embrace"I was dying to see you again too".
He held me tight and at that moment I just wanted to remain in his arms. I smiled peering into his face. I kissed him without giving it a second thought, he returned my kiss passionately pulling me closer to him. He tasted of wine and coffee, it was the kind of kiss that said we were both hungry for each other.
I moaned softly into his mouth and pulled away almost immediately. What the hell did I just do ?
That was too daring.
"I'll see you around Mr Hedrick" I blushed trying to avoid his piercing gaze.
"Just call me Hassan" he said not taking his beautiful eyes off me.
"Okay Hassan" I swallowed hard and started to walk away but not without writing my mobile number in a piece of paper and placing it in his palm.