Alexander's Pov~~
"Morning..." She greeted me with a warm smile.
"Morning Dove."
"Your coffee...
I have kept few documents for proof reading in your right draw." She gestured towards the draw.
"Okay so we have a lot of work today.
Firstly, I got a call from an important client. They are from Chicago and have a new project for us which are really huge. A meeting is fixed on Friday with them in one of our hotel i.e. Hotel Paradise. Please make a note of it."
"Ok done."
"We need to call a meeting today with all the head of the departments to discuss all issues and concerns if they have any. Keep the meeting at eleven."
"Okay."
"Are there any other meetings for today?" I asked her while checking few important work details on my phone.
"No Sir."
"Ok. Good."
She made a few notes in her dairy and then asked me,
"Have you got any gift for Ashton yet?"
"No. Have you?" I asked her, she nodded in response and then I remembered she had gone out for shopping with Estelle that day.
"What did you get for him?" I asked with curiosity.
She smiled and said,
"Oh it's just a simple gift. You will see it later in the evening."
"Oh come on, just tell me now."
"No... Now if you may please excuse me. We have a lot of work to do today." That being said she winked at me and left my cabin. Damn her.
After all the meetings and proof readings and few other works I decided to think about Ashton's gift.
Thinking of all the possible things that he like, I finally got a perfect gift for him. Oh he'll just love it.
While at lunch time I was with Dove and Ray at the Reney's.
We were in between a conversation regarding Ashton's Birthday and right then I got a call from Cherry.
Cherry: "Hi Alexi!
I wanted to ask you something. Can I?"
Alex: "Yes."
Cherry: "Can I come for the Birthday Party in the evening? I want to feel good and be around people. Feel normal. You know...rather than sitting inside a four walled room."
Alex: "But... "(She interrupted me)
Cherry: "I know there will be press and they might make a huge hype about us. But we will give a statement that we are friends now and everything is good between us. Most importantly I want to feel normal and happy. Please Alex."
Alex: "Ok."
Cherry: "Aww...Thank you. Please do come to pick me up. I am so excited!
See you in the evening bye."
I ended the call.
"Who was it?" Ray and Scarlet both asked together at the same time. They both looked at each other and then looked at me for my reply.
"Cherry." I replied with a calm tone.
"What does she want now?" He asked.
"Well, she wants to attend today's party and I gave her permission for it."
"What! Why? Are you out of your mind?" He asked me angrily.
"Ray, I'll take care of everything nothing to worry much."
Dove was quiet and she was just looking at me. I don't know what she might be thinking now about Cherry and then me saying yes to her for the party etc. But I hope she trusts me enough that she doesn't have to think otherwise. Lunch was done and we headed back to office. We had a busy work schedule today so somehow we managed to wrap up our work and headed home to get ready for the evening party.
I was planning to get a dress for my Dove but she told me that she has already got one from Estelle. I am actually looking forward to see her in the party. She looks so beautiful in a dress and I always admire her beauty. I am so damn lucky to have her.
At the party~~~~
🎉🎊Happy Birthday Ashton!
🎂
Everyone sang as Ashton was cutting his birthday cake. The twins were grinning while standing along with Estelle and Ashton. My parents stood there happily towards their right while me and Scarlet stood towards their left. Photos were taken of our memorable moments. Guests were still gathering around and wishing birthday boy. Ray, Taylor, Derek, Cherry as well as Mr. and Mrs. Hope were also standing along with us.
Media crews were strictly restricted for access inside house and as expected there were gossips going around about everyone. Discussions about Cherry were also going on. I had already released a statement yesterday itself regarding our relationship. It clearly mentioned that we have forgiven each other and moving on in our lives by staying friends. Well for media it was a hot topic and they've been super excited for today's party to get more exposure on the story.
Cherry was being nice with everyone in my family. Since my families are forgiving types they welcomed her and made her feel comfortable. It was time for slow dancing for couples. The twins brought Estelle and Ashton at the center of the floor and soft music started to fill in the whole room.
After few minutes couples started to gather around in the center but the spot light was on Ashton & Estelle while the twins were slow dancing towards their right side. Cherry came and requested me to dance with her; I was a bit hesitant because I wanted to dance first with my Love. But before I could say No to her, she pulled me towards the center area where everyone was slow dancing. One by one everyone joined us with their respective partners in the center, Ray with Taylor and Derek with one of the guest. Then from my peripheral vision I saw Vince asking Scarlet and they both joined.
I immediately excused myself from Cherry and gave her hand to Derek. Derek and Cherry danced together while I went to get my girl.
I tapped on Vince's shoulder, they both looked at me. I took her hand and pulled her onto me. Step by step, we started dancing together.
"Are you jealous?" She asked while looking at me with raised eyebrows.
"Of course not..." I said calmly.
She smiled at my reply because she knows me very well. Yes I am jealous. I cannot help it.
All of them were very happy and enjoyed our party. I could also see that my world is perfect now. There is nothing more than this that I want to wish for now.
I have my family and I have my Dove in my arms. I looked into her pretty eyes and then at her luscious red lips. I kissed her gently and she smiled while kissing me back.
"I want you to move in with me in my house."
"Alex...I..."
"I miss you so much and its better you stay with me in my house at least I know that you're safe and ....I...
I Love you!
I love you Dove. Please listen to me and stay with me."
"I love you too." She replied with a bright smile and all her cheeks turned red. My god, this feeling is so crazy.
I am so happy right now. We kissed once again.
Then suddenly her face showed some concern and she looked at me.
"What about Lorry? She'll be alone in the apartment." She asked.
"I have already discussed it with Taylor; she will be staying with her parents from now on. They are our neighbors as well so you can meet her anytime."
"Okay."
Perfect. That's what I felt like right now.
I kissed her forehead then she rested her head on my chest, arms around my neck while I held her around the waist and we moved along the slow music while taking small steps accordingly.
My world is in my arms and I want to make her happy all her life.
"Love you Scarlet."
Cherry's Pov~~~
At the party,
Alexi gave my hand to Derek and walked towards that bitch.
That bitch always pulls him like a magnet towards her.
Why?
What is it that she has which I don't have?
O God! Why am I comparing myself with her? Cherry you are more beautiful, more capable and more deserving than her. And you will make him realize all of these qualities of you sooner.
Then I saw them kissing each other. I couldn't take it, a pang of jealousy hit me but right then I noticed a person standing a bit far away behind them with an expression which matched mine.
My question is who is that tall guy, he was with Scarlet a few minutes back and they were dancing together?
There is something about him. The way he looks at her.....
Definitely there is something.
Oh yes!!!!!! There is something between them. If not, then I will ensure that something do happen between them.
I need to find out about that guy. Ditching Derek I moved towards the tall guy. He was still standing there and staring at Scarlet & Alexi.
Boldly I stood in front of him and asked him with a smile,
"Hey, can I have a dance with you?"
"Oh sure..." He said and gently took hold of my hand and moved towards the center floor. Bingo.
We started moving in sync and then I asked him first,
"What is your name?"
"Vince D'costa. You are?"
"Cherry."
He smiled.
"Well, are you an employee of Pearce Industry?"
"I am an ex-employee and currently working at Harlow Industry."
We had small talks at first and then gradually I got to know what I wanted to know. He harbors some sweet fluttery feelings for that bitch.
I mean come on.....even this guy is under her spell. What kind of a magic spell does she apply on them all? Oh my, is she a witch and a bitch both?
Witchy-bitch!
Well, this Vince guy can be a very helpful person to get my Alexi back.
Cherry you need to make a full proof plan.
I smiled and laughed along with him and now we are kind of good friends.
We stopped dancing and walked towards the garden area. Both of us sat on the bench and admired the lightings around us.
"Vince...if you don't mind can I ask you something? He nodded in response for me to continue.
"Why didn't you try harder?" I turned towards him and asked.
"What do you mean?" He asked me confused.
"I mean ....what you did was not a crime. You just had confessed your feelings for Scarlet and she just had to reply a yes or a no. But before she could answer you, Alexi landed a punch on you. So there might be a possibility that she had liking towards you at that time. Don't you think? "I asked him curiously.
"Maybe... But now things are different and she is with Alexander." He said thoughtfully.
"But even if she is with Alexi currently, I know for the fact that they have not confessed their feelings to each other yet. So maybe she isn't sure about him.....so maybe you still have a chance to show your true feelings to her and win her heart. I am just saying.....you know!" I said my thoughts out loud to him. He looked at me for a moment and then realized what I meant.
A small smile crept across his face and then said,
"I actually never thought about it this way. You just have given me a small hope that maybe I still have a chance with her. I can show her how much I love her, Thank you Cherry. It's really nice meeting you."
I was more than happy now, as my plan has worked out. I just wanted to make him realize that he still have chance so that he take Scarlet away from Alexi and that's when I can show how much I love my Alexi, win back his heart and make him mine. Forever.....
"You are welcome." I uttered to him and gave him a wide smile.
I mentally stated,
From now on everything is going to be interesting.
Alexi, Baby you are going to be mine!
😘
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Note: Above is the picture of Stephan Amell as Vince D'costa.
Hi All,
So I hope this chapter is a bit long one. Was it good?
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