GIULIA'S POV:
Roman had been acting weird since the last time we met, asking me to be his plus one for a ball that is in two weeks.
I first thought it was the Cranberry flavored Ice-cream, yes I'm still about that flavor, but there's something else…
So I decided I'll surprise him today at the office, I had made enquiries from Anton earlier when we discussed though I made it sound casual so that he wouldn't get any ideas…
I decided to make my move early this evening, the night is still young and maybe I could get to see how the casino game works.
I went on to tell Marcus I needed a ride at about seven p.m for a girls night with Violet,as I didn't need him telling his boss I was coming to see him, a little white lie won't hurt…
Meanwhile I meant to dress in style, for the first time I felt the need to be impressive in my dress mode and not just because of Roman annoyed the hell out of me or his status, I felt like a queen today and so I would act like one.
I put on a black diva net dress that came with an inherent inner that stops at my mid thigh, letting the net go all the way down to my ankle. This was the very dress I took of before coming face to face with Roman at the mall.
The net fit me like a second skin though it had straps for hands, it accentuated every curve I had, and I dare to say I haven't felt sexier than I did at the moment…
I got on to powder my face a little, I was going for a flawless makeup, I didn't need to do too much, a sirens liner, a little glitter on my lid, a light blush to give my face color and a red lips should do.
My hair had grown out and now I had the brown going in with the blonde, I should probably redo it sometime this week…
I decided to sleek my hair all the way to the back, with the brown and blonde strands setting just in place.
Giving myself a once over in the mirror I am truly impressed, my green orbs now shone bright, and my cupids bow looked very practical though I don't think I'll get to use my lips tonight, In all I felt like power…
I put on the little queens hat I had with the gloves that came with it all because I love the 'old money' style of dressing, that's where the power lies…
I took a grey clutch and shawl to add color and I was out.
I'm guessing my message got relayed as my ride is breath taking… Before me is a Lamborghini Urus SE, just how rich is Mr Vasslllev?
The chauffer was outside to get the door and I got in.
I told the chauffeur my destination and sat back, hoping this little trip I decided to embark on doesn't flop or my overwhelming confidence boost doesn't leave me behind…
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We made it to LA Dolce Vita Casino and pictures didn't do justice to the real building. It stood out majestically in this city and the cars gathered around it was nothing short of luxury…
I guess this is it, and before getting out I let the chauffer know that I would love to leave at nine pm.
Entering inside the building I was stunned, there were different categories of people in here, the watchers which were mostly elegantly dressed women, the players, men who knew what they were doing, a lot of people.
I'm starting to think I made a mistake, I mean I just wanted to check up on Roman and also see Anton, I wasn't prepared for this but I'm already here, and I have the next two hours before my night is over.
I had caught the attention of quite a few and now it's certain I cannot let my guard down, I brought this upon myself meaning I have to summon the queenly character that got me started up in the first place.
I walked up to a pit clerk and asked for Roman's location.
"Buonasera, posso sapere dov'è il signor Vasslllev?"
Good evening, may I know where Mr. Vasslllev is?
I think he's putting on an earpiece that lets those on the other end hear whatever happens on this end…
"Buonasera signora, posso sapere chi è lei?"
Good evening madam, may I know who you are?
Of course, you can't just come in and request for The Big Boss like that…
"Sono Giulia Davide, fagli sapere che Giulia Davide è qui per vederlo."
I'm Giulia Davide, let him know Giulia Davide is here to see him.
Or should I have introduced myself as his girlfriend? No I'll let him do the honors, anyways I hope he isn't busy though…
He was listening to someone and soon said,
"Signorina Davide, il signor Vasslllev le ha chiesto di aspettarlo all'ultimo piano perché in questo momento è in riunione."
Miss Davide, Mr. Vasslllev asked you to wait for him on the top floor because he is in a meeting at the moment.
Of course he was busy but for how long? I'll have to wait then.
"Va bene, come ci arrivo?"
Alright how do I get there?
"Prendi l'ascensore fino al 5° piano"
Take the elevator to the 5th floor.
"Grazie mille".
Thank you very much.
"Le auguro una bella serata, signorina." And before I could reply he left.
Do have a lovely evening Miss.
I did just as I was told and arrived at the fifth floor. This floor seemed to be private, maybe it's just the executives that get to come up here.
I walked in a little farther in the hopes to see someone and I did see a person.
"You must be Miss Davide. "
A man who looked to be Roman's age was
seated comfortably in the lounge. He had grey eyes and brown hair and his two piece Giorgio Armani is something…
"I'm Giovanni, the other guy when Anton is out, nice to meet you" he stretched his hands to which I reached out to, so Anton isn't even around?
"Mr Vasslllev will be here shortly, in the mean time what can I get you?" Could it be that he was also in the meeting?
"Water is OK, did he ask you to come out here for me?"
"I'm afraid yes, but it's a pleasure to see a beautiful woman such as yourself tonight, so I don't mind" his voice is as smooth, but the man that had me waiting here has an even smoother voice and so I couldn't be swayed.
"Well I'll take that as a compliment, thank you Mr Giovanni"
"I'll go get the water, please make yourself comfortable"
After I took my seat I heard voices coming from the left side of the lounge, it was Roman's and a ladies voice that sounds familiar.
I should've known it's Caterina, what is she doing here, this is not the club the last time I checked.
"Well thank you for having me, I'm also looking forward to an amazing time with you, everyone in here too. " he chuckled at that, was that even funny?
"Here's your water Miss Davide, I'm sorry it took that long" he just had to show up now, I didn't get to hear Roman's reply to Caterina.
"It's all good, thank you" I got the glass of water from him.
"Amore I'm so sorry for keeping you waiting, you should have given me a heads up that you'll be coming in today"
Roman said giving me a forehead kiss and damn his cologne!.
"It's supposed to be a surprise, how are you babe?" Caterina cleared her throat, clearly fed up with the display of affection and I couldn't be more pleased with myself.
She gave off a vibe that didn't sit straight with me, like she saw every other person who didn't meet her standards beneath her, or atleast that's how she looked at me, and even if my name wasn't on the news or the social media I had a better class than she could ever muster.
And I would prove it to her here, I'm not letting anyone talk me down again after everything I've been through.
"Miss Gabrielle lovely to meet you again, how have you been?" I even had a heartwarming smile.
"I've been well Miss Davide, I didn't know Roman was going to have a guest I would have let him off earlier, I apologize…", she sounded sincere and I almost believed her…
"... but business should always come first in all if not how would you be able to wear pretty dresses and look this elegant hmm?"
Did she just talk me down?! Who does she think she is?! And before I got the chance to reply Roman intervened.
"It's getting late Caterina, I think you should head home, Giovanni could you escort Caterina to her car?"
"Yeah, sure, if you don't mind Miss Gabrielle…"
It was now just Roman and I in the lounge, what just happened? I only wanted to see him, I wasn't expecting her company.
"Come on let's go to my office… "
"Yeah…" was all I could say.
"You look good by the way…" atleast he said something this time, this made me smile.
"Thank you…"