Bella's POV
Day Five: Have Children.
Background hit: Savage remix by Beyonce and Meghan Thee Stallion.
Quote: Don't call me hot. I ain't no coffee, honey.
No. No. No. No. Nooooo!
"Ma'am? - Ma'am, are you alright? - Ma'am?"
Ahhhh!
"Are you alright, ma'am?"
"Oh. It was just a - nightmare. It was crazy," I scratched my head, looking all around.
"I'll get the first aid kit," Banks offered and turned to go.
"No, no. I'm fine Banks," I placed my hand on my head. "I'm fine." I tapped the bed suspiciously.
"Anyway, ma'am. Its the fifth day of the retreat, your coffee is served just as you like it, and you'll be ready in no time. Your parents specifically said to tell you that - "
"Banks, please. Not today." I cut her short, as my head was buzzing right off my body.
"But ma'am - " she pleaded.
"I'm hitting the showers, okay?"
"Okay." she lowered her head in disappointment and I stood up from the bed, headed to the bathroom.
Minutes later, I was done and Banks helped me with my make up and fitted me to a red vest, a nice black ripped denim jacket and a skinny ripped jean. I put on the stiletto heels and she handed me a black stoned purse.
"Thanks Banks,"
"No problem, ma'am," she smiled and I left the room, just in time to catch up with Caden.
"Hey!" I called out.
"Me?" he asked, pointing to himself and looking around.
He looked pretty good. Thank goodness he finally gave up his "all formal" costume. He had on a black T shirt and white ripped jeans. His cologne was electrifying. My nose was on fire. Literally...
I loved how I think he spent the whole time just to make that perfect hairdo that fell down to the right of his face and his face looking abnormally vibrant and unrealistically ravishing. Hubby's looking good today.
"Yes, you!" I laughed at his humor.
He smiled.
"Hey!" He smirked charmingly and we walked down the stairs together for breakfast.
"So, day five huh?" he asked as we ate breakfast really quietly.
"Yeah," I sighed.
"Any plans?" he queried, staring up at me.
With a puzzled look, I replied. "No. Why do you ask?"
"Nothing," he shrugged.
"Okay, then." I smiled and carried on with breakfast.
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"You really had to do that? Like seriously?" I asked as we walked down to the hotel, my stilettos making little announcements of my arrival on the ground.
"Yeah. This is America and I have my rights," he claimed proudly.
"Oh, really?" I raised a brow, coming up at his face.
"Yeah, really," he chuckled and picked up a call that kept buzzing in his pocket.
"Can we branch by the restaurant for a bit? I have some friends over for a little while," he said as he hung up and returned the phone to his pocket.
"Oh, no problem. Sure," I nodded and we walked on, him ranting on and on, none stop.
We walked into the restaurant and it looked really busy. The counters, the taken tables and menu prices with the resemblance of a phone number.
The people looked so rich and classy and the food was no dip street thing. The tables were neatly arranged accordingly. Nice Cushions around each. All reflections shone on the ceiling, thanks to the mirror like ceiling. It was properly lit, lights all around and a huge chandelier at the middle of the restaurant.
"So, what are we doing here again?" I asked, looking around.
"Just come with me," he ordered and grabbed me by the arm, leading me to the depth of the restaurant.
"Hey, dude!" A gang of young men just like Caden yelled in excitement as they shook hands and smiled happily at each other. I was guessing they were his friends.
"So glad to see you back in L.A." Caden said to one of them.
"Feels great to be back," he replied.
"So, who's the chick? She's really hot! Let me guess? Runs?" Another asked with a wink, looking seductively at me and unbuttoning his shirt a little.
He was just disgusting.
"Darling, come show zaddy what you got!" he added with a loud laugh, a mischievous smirk playing on his lips.
He did not just do that!
"Caden!" I yelled in a whisper, really irritated.
"Hold it up there. Wait, wait, wait. Everyone, I'd like you to meet Mrs. Mercedes Kensington," he introduced.
"I never knew you had a little sister, dude!" Another butted in.
"She's my wife, dude!" he yelled.
"Yeah, right!" They all laughed in amusement, pointing to the both of us.
We both sighed.
"You're serious? As in you two are married?" Another asked, surprised.
"Yes. We are," he nodded.
"Woo hoo! You dug some raw gold here, buddy! She be sweet like a pack of kids candy!" he yelled, staring at me.
"Keep your eyes to yourself," Caden shot.
"We are really sorry, Mercedes. Lukas is crazy
He left some knots back at Dubai," they apologized and I smiled.
"Mercedes, you're a star, right? Yeah, we know you. You're that awesome goddess everyone's going head over hills for. Blah blah blah Mercedes - blah blah blah Mercedes. And it goes on and on and on," Lukas stated monotonously.
"No offence," He added with a smile when he was done. I nodded.
"None taken," I shrugged with a chuckle.
"Introduce us, man!" The previous yelled happily.
"Okay, Des. This is James, Lukas, Franco, Ga'el, and Xander,"
Well, they were definitely hottie's, alright. As in, they were on fire. Like friend, like friend. James looked pretty good. He had this nice long hair that he packed at the back, dyed with some stripes of red. I was guessing him to be the fun one, given the piercings on his nose and the side of his eyebrow.
Lukas was obviously the pervert in the clique. He had beautiful silk hair and luscious blue eyes. For someone with such dirty thoughts, he sure had a cute face.
Franco was literally the nerd in the clique. He barely even said a word since I got there. But God, I love his blonde hair and those green contacts. He was definitely a traffic stopper.
Ga'el looked imported. The odd one out. He really looked Filipino. I thought he was. But he was ravishing, himself. His hazel brown hair neatly cut and perfectly shaved beards. He was the one doing most of the questions, though.
And lastly, Xander. That one looked really familiar. A spitting image of someone I knew so well. I just couldn't place my hands on it. He had this black beautiful hair and sapphire blue eyes. Still, he reminded me of someone.
"Hey. I'm Xander," he approached and extended a palm for a handshake.
He looked so familiar.
"Wait! Xander as in Xander Barrios?" I yelled in excitement.
"Yes. You got it right," He winked with an enchanting smile.
"Oh. My. God! Its you. I cannot believe it. I love your songs. And that awesome thing you do during concerts and Gosh, you are so good," I over exaggerated.
"Thanks. I'm flattered," He smiled and I shook his hand willingly.
Xander Barrios. New Yorks number one at music and concerts. I loved him. Dar made me listen to lots and lots of his songs and I really couldn't resist.
"That's enough handshakes for today," Caden said and detached both our hands.
Caden!
"Have a seat," Caden offered.
"No, I'll sit with Mr. Barrios," I insisted and walked over beside him, sitting comfortably and living the moment I had dreamed for years.
"So, Caden. Tell us. What's been going on around L.A?" Lukas asked as the waiter went away with the orders.
"Nothing much, the usuals," he shrugged, more of showing off ego's.
"Xander here has been setting the streets of New York on fire!" he yelled happily.
"That's nice," Caden smiled.
"Don't worry, man. Someday, you'll do something that matters," Ga'el patted his shoulder fondly.
"Thanks?"he asked, knitting his brows and death glaring.
Ha! It was so funny.
"So, Xander. Tell us everything!" Franco waved happily.
"Of course," he nodded and I beamed.
"So, there are concerts and bands and it's all so exciting. The music industry is actually living it's peak right now. Do you know how much they're willing to pay?" he laughed and they all cheered, hailing him. Except Caden, though, who I noticed kept staring at me. That guy was delusional.
"Tell us more," they cheered on eagerly.
"Nah, I think I'll hand the podium to little miss beautiful," he said and smiled at me.
I took a nice breath, coughed a lot inside my stomach and sweated from anxiety before speaking up.
"Well, there isn't much to know about me. I mean, latest news. I just got married to Mr. Billionaire," I smiled, flashing out my thirty two and they all laughed.
"She's funny," Ga'el said to Caden.
"So?" he asked, curling his lip.
"And you're not," Franco finally added.
"So?" he asked again.
"That's bad," Lukas pointed.
"Really bad," Xander nodded.
"Cut it out, guys. We have a retreat to be in and you people aren't helping matters, laughing around and wasting our time," Caden barged in angrily.
"So, what do you suggest?" I asked.
He face palmed. "I suggest we get this done with and run along."
"Come on here, we're just having a little fun with pumpkin," Xander pleaded and placed a hand over mine.
I suddenly felt my body tingle all over and my head popped out fire works. Someone was in love.
"Pumpkin? That's fine with you?" he asked, confirming.
"Definitely fine." I shrugged, enjoying the warmth of his hand above mine.
"Seriously?" Caden mouthed to me and I pretentiously waved him off.
"Okay, fine. We'll get the food, and we'll have it at the " retreat." Lukas reasoned.
"Foods aren't allowed. They shouldn't be!" Caden spat.
"This guy funded the program, so he can do whatever fuck he wants," I pointed out and they yelped in excitement as I saw Caden burn in rage.
"Cool! Let's go then!" Lukas suggested and ordered that the food be packed to go.
When it was ready, we all went along while Caden lit his brains on fire.
"Why is it so effing quiet in this fuck?" Lukas whispered as we all crawled up to our normal position. It already began.
"Nice place for some fucking!" he added and I couldn't help but face palm.
"Cut. It. Out." Caden whispered as they all made noises, bringing out the food.
"Chillax, man," Franco calmed.
"Day four. Have children. Let's dive a bit into that. Its key aspect in a - "
"So, when are you planning to bang her?" Lukas asked.
"When you plan on shutting it!" Caden snarled.
"Never?" he asked and they all thundered in laughter.
Everyone looked back.
"My apologies," he voiced in the microphone.
"Ladies, give it to him," The lady continued.
I looked beside me, staring at Caden. He slowly turned right back at me and we both returned our glances to the stage.
I didn't know if he was conscious of it, but I felt his palm warmly placed above mine.
I felt - good. Really good. That moment should've lasted an eternity.
I smiled and tried getting my hand off his but he made it stuck like glue.
"Caden..." I called out.
"Sh!" he shushed and pointed to the stage.
I smiled and rested back on the seat while his friends went....awwwwwwwn....
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