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For the past week, I have been alone in the house. Caspian texted me that Martha won't be coming in for the week because of family issues but he didn't tell me he too won't be coming in since he left that day. Honestly I fell bad for some things I said to him and I cooked a nice dinner to apologize to him but he never return to the house since then. I know he has a penthouse somewhere but don't know where, he's probably staying there to avoid me. And who wouldn't, after how I treated him. The truth is that, I feel weird around him. Could I have fallen for him? He makes me feel what I haven't felt before but I'm scared. I'm scared to let another guy in or control my emotions.
The two times I went to the office, he wasn't there and Mia said he wouldn't be coming in. I feel like he's avoiding me on purpose. God I can't believe I miss him. I miss the way he looks at me. The little conversations we do have, eating together. What is wrong with me? Isn't this what I wanted? For him to leave me the fuck alone but why do I feel this way?
Today is actually the D.day for the first event I'm organizing since I joined the Archers. He said, he wants me to be his date but he's no where to be seen or has he forgotten about it. God I need to go back home to check on what I would wear. It's currently 12noon and the event starts at 6pm.
I packed my bag and told Ava I'm leaving for the day and she should ensure they arrive on time to set up things. I have already check on the progress before coming to the office and everything is in place. I added a theme to the event which has never been done before.
On getting home, I met Emma munching on the cake I made last night because I was craving one. I made extra just incase Caspian comes in.
Oh hi, you're back! Have been waiting for you for a while. You're supposed to start getting ready for the event tonight. And these loves here, pointing at the cake are so sweet. I'm taking the rest with me please.
Well, good day to you too Emma, about the event. I haven't had time to get a dress for and so...
Say no more. I made something for you to turn heads in. Why worry when I'm your fashionista. She did a dramatic flip with her head.
I smiled and thanked her. She really saved me the stress but first. I still have time before I start to get ready so let's make some food. Care to joined me in the kitchen, let's make some food. I haven't eaten today. Just took a cup of tea. I left early to get things going at the venue.
Well, who says no to food. Emma said.
And Vy, are you ok? Because you've been kinda moody since you came in. Is something bothering you?
No no... I'm good. I mean the whole event thing is stressing me out already but I will be fine. How do you want me to tell her that I miss her brother.
Are you sure? You know you can tell me anything. I mean we're practically sisters now.
Emma, thanks for the concern but I will be fine.
I didn't bother taking off my work wears and started cooking in them. I have nothing in mind but I will sure cook something and I ended up making vegetable rice.
We ate with Emma talking non stop about this and that but my mind have been on a certain young man since morning. I couldn't take my mind off him.
By the time we finished, it's already 4pm and I proceed to bath. Coming out, Emma has already laid out a beautiful dress for me and brought out my make-ups waiting for me to come out.
Wow. Emma this is beautiful. You made this?
Wait until you try it on. She said.
She dragged me to the chair and started with my hair before my makeup. Halfway through the whole thing my phone rang and it's a group call from the squad.
Hi guys, what popping?
Vy, I'm so sorry we couldn't come to your first event.
No it's fine. I should be the one apologizing that I couldn't follow you guys to Ella's mum birthday. Ella I'm sorry, I will make it up to you and send my regards to your mom please.
It's ok I understand. So how is it going? We've not seen your dress.
Well, Emma whipped something beautiful for me and she's glamming me up right now.
Uhhhh make sure you get some dick tonight, specifically that of Archer.
Guess who said that. Yeah right, it's Grace. Well thanks but no thanks.
How is it going there? I hope I'm not Missing much.
We talked for a little more then ended the call. After 30 more minutes Emma announced she's done. Thank God. I think she's worst than scar because girl is taking her sweet time in what she's doing. My ass has been aching for a while and I dare not move or complain but is it worth it? Damn yeah. I can't feel myself again. I'm looking at a beautiful creation here. WOW Emma you're good. Thank you.
You're welcome. Now let's get you into your dress.
The dress is a long red dress. One hand is long sleeved while the other hand has a design like hand. It has beads decorated from the breast and the waist.
Emma!!! This is beautiful. I hugged her. I love the style, the slit, everything about this dress is beautiful. She brought my heels and I slip on them. Getting the clutch she brought for me. I put all my necessities and we proceed downstairs. Emma rushed to the kitchen to pack the cake she talked about earlier, I thought she has forgotten about it but no. I hugged her again. Thanking her for everything and we both left. Coming outside, I noticed a limousine parked by the front and I know it's wasn't there before and just before I could say anything Mario came out from the driver's side.
Ma'am, I have been waiting for a while. Shall we? Boss asked me to come get you.
Good evening Mario and it's IVY. I have told you so many times to call me Ivy or even Vy. I rolled my eyes because I know what's coming next.
I'm sorry Miss Ivy. Shall we?
Emma has already gotten into her car so I lock the door before getting into the car. Wow a limousine? Seems like he didn't forget I'm his date after all. But why haven't he called me or come back home?
Mario where is your Boss staying?
At his penthouse
I thought as much. But why haven't he return to the house.
That's where he normally stay until you came.
Oh... I couldn't say anything else as I remembered how he left the house.
I was still in my own world when Mario told me we are here.
Thanks Mario.
The door opened and here stands the man that has been occupying my mind looking handsomely hot as ever.
He stretched out his hand for me to take and I did. Stepping out of the car our eyes locked and I couldn't look away. How I have missed this man. Ivy you have fallen for this man as well stop denying it. But the question is how?
He smiled and said I have missed you. My heart skipped. Hearing his deep voice after a while. We posed for the camera for a while before heading inside. All the while, his hand was on my waist. I love the feeling. I kept looking around everywhere to affirm that everything is in other and it was. Thanks to Ava and Mia. Speaking of which I'm supposed to open the event.
Mr Asher.... You look...
We both said at the same time. I shut my lips and smiled.
You look beautiful Ivy
Thank you... Same as you. You look nice.
You mean hot?
I missed his sas and yes he look hot but I won't tell him that.
Well, whatever. Are you ready?
I should be asking you that.
I looked around. Everything seems fine and just then Ava came to me.
Wow. You look fabulous Vy. I bet this is Emma's creation.
You can tell?
Yes, it's always one of a kind.
You look great by the way. I complemented her
Thank you. She said.
Asher excused himself as he saw Brandon.
Ava is everything in place. And how many more time do I have to go up on stage?
Well everything is set and you have 5 minutes to get on stage.
Huh.. so fast? She noticed my panic.
Vy. You've got this. It's just you going up there and open the event and come down to enjoy the night. You have worked so hard for it. And don't worry I got things under control. You have thought me so much and I will prove that I can be an irreplaceable assistant you can ever have.
I calmed down a bit then thanked her. I exited and entered the stage through the back door that lead directly to the stage. I must say I'm shy of the crowd but I have to start facing it now.
I walked to the mic standing at the center of the stage with a smile. Yes with a genuine smile. This is what I have been longing for. An event planner. And here's my first event ever.
Good evening ladies and gentlemen.
I welcome you all to the annual Asher's Workers Day, themed "The Star night"
Who are the stars for tonight?
This event is an event set aside for all the employees in Asher's company which includes every single branch and division.
Keep your hands crossed and enjoy the event. We are here to celebrate and appreciate you all.
I would like the CEO to join me on stage. Mr Asher please join me on stage. I was smiling all through. Looking at him coming from the crowd in his glory made my heart beat very fast. God what is this man doing to me.
I gave him a warm hug and proceed to leave the stage but he held me back. Placing his hand on my waist as if he's claiming his territory. I smiled and stood next to him while he address the crowd. I zoomed out after a while only coming back when he tugged at my dress indicating that we are leaving the stage. We climbed down and joined Brandon and some other executives on the table.
People started their performances and we enjoyed the night with me always checking with Eva on things. They are doing pretty well too. I have wanted to leave the table so many times but Caspian didn't leave my hand for a minute. Even when we have to eat. Performances started and people started enjoying the night. There are so many people that o don't even Know of till now.
You look stunning Ivy, Brandon spoke.
Thank you. You don't look bad yourself.
Why, you stole the show tonight. Everyone is mesmerized by your beauty. And congratulations on your first event. You did a very nice job and the theme. What made you add a theme to the event.
Well, events without a theme is not my thing and this is an annual event. You've got to add a theme for people to remember it even after years.
Wow. Not only beautiful but with brain. I see why and how you kept Cas on his toes.
What does that mean? I asked.
Well...
You better not or i chew your mouth for you. Caspian cut him off.
And Brandon it's time for the recognition, go and do your thing.
Fine... Ivy may I have the honor of doing this with you. That stage can be tiring sometimes but let's go have some fun.
Why not. Let's go. Caspian was reluctant in letting me go but I already accepted.
Brandon helped me up and showed me his hand for me to tangle mine in his. I did and we left for the stage.
Ladies and gentlemen, may we have your attention please. Brandon said.
It's time to recognize some of us that has been working hard to see the growth of this company. The anchor brought two list to us and he handed one to me.
May we welcome on stage the best worker of the year. Mr Grant of the accounting department.
And that's how the next hour flew by with my heels killing me. Immediately I came back to the seat Mr Asher asked for a dance. Beat me but I can't refuse an alone time with him even with my aching heels.
I took his hand and we moved to the dance floor. He set his hands on my waist while mine was on his shoulders closer to his neck.
You look so beautiful tesoro. I couldn't take my eyes off you while you're on stage.
I became shy and look away. Thank you.. you look great yourself.
Look at me Tesoro. I looked at him and got drawn into his blue orbs.
I couldn't help but look at his lips. I want to kiss him.
I'm sorry. I said.
For what? He asked.
For what I said to you the last time that made you leave the house for the whole week.
Did you miss me? He asked.
Well, I did miss you around the house and all. Will you come back now?
It depends on you. He said.
Depends on me, how?
It depends on if you want me to come back.
It's your house why should it depend on me?
Tesoro, do you want me to come back?
Why are you asking me? It's not like it's my place to tell you what to do and...
Cas... It's time for a closing remark. Brandon interrupted. You've been dancing for an hour.
Huh? An hour already? I didn't notice.
I detached my hand and let him go.
May I? Brandon asked.
One more wouldn't hurt. He held unto me and we danced to the last tune of Westlife list.
Brandon took me to the seat while Asher made his closing remarks and got caught up with some business associates.
Where are your friends? Brandon asked.
The went over to Ella's mum birthday party. I couldn't go because of this event. And how do you know or remember them. I don't think you have seen them.
Believe me, I know so much about you and Caspian wouldn't stop talking about you. My friend is in love with you, you know that right? He may not accept it now but he's fallen for you.
Give him the chance to prove himself and you can decide. He's not the bad guy the bloggers make him look like.
It's still doesn't change the fact that he changes women as he wants. I have seen it too.
Well that's your fault anyways but that's not the point. The point is that since he met you. It's has been you everyday. And he stopped taking women home too.
Can I have her back? Caspian said.
All yours, I gat to run man. And Ivy think about what I said. And He left.