Kaden's P.O.V Friday Part 1
Connor had brought me to a restaurant that was quite upper class. I wasn't expecting him to make a reservation at such a fancy place but he did. We had dinner which was amazing. I had always wanted to try this restaurant but hadn't had anyone to go with. It was good to be around Connor again. When Bradley was here he was around all of the time and went to different sporting events and things with Bradley or cane for Jasmine's birthdays.
"So how have you been with everything?" He questioned, taking a sip of his drink, "specifically Bradley,"
"It was hard at first and sometimes it still is but it's a lot better now she's older,"
"Have you moved on from him?"
"Do you mean romantically?" I asked. He hesitated for a moment before nodding, "I'm seeing someone,"
"Ah Yeah, who is he?" He asked, folding his hands on the table. I hesitated. I didn't know how Connor stood with same sex relationships or anything like that and I didn't know if Megan wanted me telling him about her.
"Just a guy I know," I shrugged, feeling myself grow hot after lying to him but I wanted to make sure Megan was okay with me talking about us.
"As long as he's nice to Jasmine,"
"Yeah he is," I smiled, remembering how well Megan and Jasmine got along, "have you found anyone?"
"No," he sighed, "I mean I like this girl but I don't know how to approach the situation," he scratched the back of his head.
"Maybe I can help?" I suggested, adjusting my position, "how do you know her?"
"Through a friend,"
"Are you two close?"
"We are but it's been a minute with everything that's happened with me getting deployed and things it made it hard to keep close all the time,"
"Why haven't you told her how you feel?" He was quiet for a moment, his brown eyes finding mine.
"I'm worried she doesn't feel the same,"
"You won't know unless you try,"
"I suppose so," he chuckled, "I want to tell her but it just doesn't seem like the right time whenever I want to,"
"Sometimes you just have to go for it and it will play out how it's supposed to,"
"Yeah I guess you're right,"
"What's she like?" I asked, causing him to smile.
"She's honestly so beautiful. I've known her for years and every time I see her it's like she takes my breath away. She's so smart and caring and she always manages to make sure everyone and everything is right. It's like she got the manual for life and knows what to do," he spoke with passion. I couldn't believe how passionate he was talking. It was as if he was in love with this girl.
"I think you should tell her, before you miss the opportunity again," I smiled. He leaned back in his chair and met my eyes. We stared at each other for what seemed like a long time before the waiter interrupted us with the bill.
"I'll pay," Conner put his hand on my puss, passing the waiter his card.
"And if I wanted to split?" I challenged, earring chuckle from him.
"We can split next time," he smiled, grabbing his card back from the waiter. We thanked him and made our way out towards Bradley's car. The winter air was freezing so I was lucky I brought a coat tonight.
"So this guy," Connor began as we walked close to his car, "do you really like him?"
"Yeah I do,"
"Do you think you love him?" I stopped outside his car and looked up st him. He had his hands shoved in his pockets, Hope written all over his face.
"We haven't gone that far yet,"
"Do you think you could love him?" I thought for a moment. There wasn't a doubt in my mind that told me I didnt like Megan or I didn't want to be with her. I didn't know if it was love yet but I knew it could go there.
"I think so,"
"I want to do this before I lose my chance,"
"Connor-," before I could finish my sentence, he had grabbed my face, pulling my lips against his. I was stunned at first, not knowing what to do. My body was frozen as his lips moved against mine. When my senses kicked in I quickly pushed him off, my fingers instantly going to my lips as I grew emotional.
"Kaden-,"
"I-I need to go," I mumbled, turning to walk away but he grabbed my wrist halting me.
"Kaden I'm sorry. Can we just forget this happened-,"
"No Connor. You kissed me without asking and you kissed me knowing I'm seeing someone," I defended myself, pulling my wrist out of his lose embrace.
"Kaden let me explain, please," he pleaded. I sighed, closing my eyes for a moment feeling the headache from alcohol hitting me. I remained quiet allowing him the opportunity to speak.
"I've loved you for so long," he sighed, "I didn't want to ruin what you and Bradley had so I kept my feelings aside but I've liked you since I met you," he sighed, looking at me.
"When Bradley passed it wasn't the right time to ask you out or be with so I waited and then I got deployed and I was scared I would just be a rebound so I didn't shoot my shot. I'm really sorry Kaden I didn't mean to ruin anything,"
"It's okay Connor," I sighed, rubbing my temple, "but all we can be is friends," I explained, watching as his eyes softened and his heart break, "I really like this person and I want to be with them,"
"Okay," he nodded, looking down st the ground, "can I still take you home?"
"That'd be nice," I replied. He opened the passenger door for me to climb in. He closed the door and I let out a deep sigh. Although it was nothing I knew I needed to tell Megan and I just hoped she wouldn't take it the wrong way because it was nothing and I never ever kissed back or wanted too.
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Megan's P.O.V
I was currently at my house getting ready to go to Savannah's to try on different styles for tonight's red carpet. I was a little nervous considering it was a red carpet event and to be seen with Savannah after everything that had happened in the media worried be. But I did owe her.
"Wassup?" Tori called, walking into the kitchen as I dried my hair with a towel.
"Shouldn't you be getting ready for the runway?" I questioned, remembering Tori had told me she was also walking tonight. Had I known that I could've gone to the event with Tori instead of Savannah.
"Bruno scheduled my hair and makeup for four," Tori shrugged, grabbing an apple from the counter and bit into it, "Where's Payton?"
"Your girlfriend?" I teased.
"I wish," she chuckled with her mouth full.
"She didn't come into work today,"
"What do you mean?"
"She messaged me this morning and said she needed the day off. I assumed it was to do with her mum so I didn't question it," I shrugged, hanging the towel on the back of the dining chair.
"She never takes the day off," Tori commented, her eyebrows furrowed.
"Maybe she needed a breather. I've been meaning to message her to see how everything is going but I just got back from set and I haven't even had time to blink," I groaned, ruffling my wet hair I'm the mirror.
"Yeah," Tori mumbled quietly, the sound of her biting into the apple filling the room, "Are you sure you have to go with the bitch tonight?" Tori groaned, pulling out a barstool to sit on.
"I owe her," I sighed.
"I suppose the media will get a real kick out of it," she chuckled.
"They'd get a kick out of it if we went together too,"
"True but at least we'd make a hotter couple and you actually like me," Tori commented which caused me to laugh. Tori was good looking but she wasn't my type. Her personality was a lot similar to mine and she was quite clumsy which wasn't what I was into. I preferred people who weren't as similar and were more organised. Like Kaden.
"So what is your girlfriend up to today?" Tori asked.
"She's not my girlfriend but she has had work then she was going out to dinner with one of her close friends,"
"Oh yeah we're behind them in time huh," Tori laughed, "Do you know the friend?"
"No,"
"Ooh aren't you jealous?"
"No?" I commented, turning around to face Tori, "she said he was Bradley's partner so I'm not questioning her or his intentions,"
"Yeah but you told me it's been years since he's seen her. What if maybe he's liked her for a while and was waiting to shoot his shot?"
"Even if he was I trust Kaden," I shrugged, grabbing my vans and slipping them on.
"I mean I trust her too," Tori commented, taking another bite, "I just don't trust many dudes when it comes to dinners and things." I hummed in response, grabbing my phone from my back pocket to text Payton to see how she was going.
"So when do you think you'll see her again?"
"It probably won't be until September," I sighed.
"So three months? That's not too long,"
"I suppose so but a lot can happen in that time,"
"Are you acting all nervous right now?" Tori questioned, pointing her finger at me.
"No I'm just saying anything can happen," I replied, walking to the bowl to grab my car keys.
"Megan you're allowed to be nervous it's completely normal. Kaden is a beautiful, intelligent and caring girl who is perfect for you and lives on the other side of the country. She probably has guys and maybe girls lined up for her but it's clear she only has eyes for you,"
"I guess so," I sighed.
"Tell me what you're thinking Jones," Tori spoke sternly, getting up from the stool to stand in front of me. She put her hands on my shoulders. She was a little taller than me because she was wearing platform shoes but usually I stood taller.
"What happens if in these three months she realises that what I do for a living is too much for her and Jasmine?" I vented. Tori's eyes never left mine as she listened to me, "I'm not saying she'd necessarily lose feelings but what happens if she just puts her and Jasmine first and ends it because it could be too hard,"
"I think you need to get your head out of the future and the what if's and focus on the now. I get it's scary to think of those things but it'll just ruin what you two have. All you have to do is reassure each other and communicate,"
"When did you learn to actually say something smart and useful?" I joked, earning a slap from Tori.
"Shut up hoe I am very useful and smart," she scoffed, grabbing her Mercedes keys out of her pocket, "I'll see you tonight looser!" She called, making her way out of my house. I quickly grabbed everything I needed before heading out the door. Usually I either got driven by a driver or by Payton go different places so it was nice to be in my own car for a change. I didn't drive it much so it was probably good to take her out for a spin. I climbed up into my Jeep and let the engine roar alive. I slowly pulled out from my garage, making sure to close it before heading towards my front gate.
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"Ah Miss Jones, it's a pleasure to meet you," a man smiled, opening the door for me once I made it up to her penthouse.
"Megan's fine thank you," I smiled, hating when people were formal with me.
"Savannah is just changing into her first gown to try it on. Shall we get Gabrielle to show you some designs?" He continued, guiding me into her living room which had changed into a mini fashion dressing room.
"Sure," I replied, placing my things down on the table. Not having Payton here felt slightly strange. Usually she would attend all of my fittings and things and give a second opinion. Savannah stepped out from behind a pop-up wall and I couldn't help but stop in my tracks.
She had on a strapless skin tight floor length dress that flowed on the floor. It was a deep wine red but sparkled under the natural light from the big glassed windows. Her brunette hair was pulled up into a bun which brought attention to her high cheekbones and sharp jawline.
"What do you think Megs?" She asked, twirling slowly in the dress before turning back to face me.
"It's very nice," I commented after composing myself.
"Ah yes I like this," Gabrielle commented, walking to stand behind Savannah as she looked in the mirror. I could hear Gabrielle mumbling as he pointed and pulled around the dress.
"I have your designs around the other wall for you to choose from," Gabrielle commented as he walked towards me, "I have a feeling I know which one you'll choose," he chuckled. I walked past him feeling Savannah's eyes on me as I rounded the other side of my wall to change. I saw four designs hanging. Two were dresses and two were suits. I wasn't much of a dress wearer unless it was for a role. It wasn't that I didn't like them I just found them too revealing sometimes.
I grabbed one of the suits and quickly changed into it. It fit my body perfectly. The tailored jacket fit on my shoulders and displayed a generous amount of cleavage while still being modest. The slacks were tight against my legs but felt natural. They left my ankles bare and the black heels were perfect accents to the suit. The material was smooth and velvety.
I stepped out from behind the wall and walked towards the mirror. Savannah's eyes were immediately on me. She showed no shame in letting her eyes roam my body, a small smirk on her lips.
"Yes," Gabrielle smiled, making his way towards me, "I was convinced you'd go the pantsuit but this, this is sexy and modest at the same time," he spoke as he pulled around at my jacket.
"Does it feel comfortable, especially holding the girls?" He questioned. I nodded, really satisfied with this outfit. Savannah made her way back behind her wall. He ran his hands through his team hair and purses his lips.
"I'll try the other one," I walked behind my wall and changed into the wine red jumpsuit. It had a tight fit and a v line that also displayed a generous amount of chest. There was an oversized blazer which I knew to wear over the top without putting it on fully. The straps wrapped around the back of my neck and left my upper back bare.
"Yes, that is perfect," Gabrielle commented as Savannah and I both stepped out from behind the wall at the same time. Her dress was a white lace that was slightly transparent without displaying anything it shouldn't. It was tight to her waist and flowed freely down to the floor while still keeping her physique. The dress wrapped around her neck, covering her chest fully but left her sides and full back bare. Savannah smirked at me as she walked her way towards the mirror, allowing me to take in her curved petite frame.
"I'm going to go for this dress," she spoke confidently, looking at herself in the mirror with Gabrielle by her side.
"Yes this is perfect," he commented, ushering me over. I walked over and stood next to Savannah who was at least a few inches taller than me even while I wore heels. Gabrielle stood in front of us.
"This is the red carpet look," he clapped, quickly adjusting his glasses on his face. He quickly turned around and talked with who I assumed to be hair and makeup about how to match the outfits. I glanced to the side to see Savannah already staring at me. It had been so long I had forgotten how beautiful she was. She had this natural beauty which she didn't need to wear makeup or anything. Her deep chocolate eyes where slightly slanted from her Asian parents but were still warm to look into. Her skin still looked smooth and soft to touch.
"You look really good," she commented, a smile forming on her pink lips.
"You too," I commented, looking over at Gabrielle who ushered Savannah and I over for adjustments.
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We arrived at the red carpet event and my nerves had skyrocketed. I had done many red carpets before but usually I was with co-stars or on my own. Doing the carpet with Savannah I knew it was going to bring up rumours and reports about our past and I didn't know if I was ready for that. I was lucky the car ride was short because both Savannah and I needed to sit a certain way so our outfits didn't crease up because of the material.
As soon as the sliding door opened camera flashes filled the air and screams were heard. I climbed out first, offering my hand to Savannah who carefully climbed out making sure to not trip on her dress. Savannah's manager was walking behind us as we got ushered to the first point for photos. The paparazzi yelled our names and yelled for us to look into their cameras and pose. We stood side by side for most of the carpet until we got about halfway and they asked us to pose together.
"I didn't think it would be this cold," Savannah chuckled beside me as I wrapped my arm around her waist. She had turned slightly to the side so she was facing me as the cameras flashed at us.
"I'm sure it'll be like a sauna inside," I commented. One of her hands was positioned on my upper chest near my collarbone as we posed. I let go of her waist as we were ushered down the carpet and continued having solo and duo photos taken. I turned my gaze seeing Savannah pose for the cameras. I couldn't help but think back to when we were first in the business together and we would do carpets and things all the time with Tori.
We got off the main red carpet into the interview stage. Savannah and I remained close but spoke to different reporters at the same time. Most of my questions were based around what I was wearing or about the progress of filming. It was easy to answer questions and I was more than happy to play a couple of games with some reporters.
"Megan Jones over here," Savannah's manager called as I saw her standing with the hosts of tonight's event.
"How are you Megan?" Tim Angeline asked. He was a well known comedian and actor who I hadn't worked with yet but enjoyed watching his movies.
"I'm good thank you, how are you?" I questioned, positioning myself next to Savannah.
"I'm good, so you're both wearing Gabrielle tonight correct?" He asked, gesturing to our outfits.
"Yes he designed both of our outfits," Savannah spoke.
"So Megan it's been a while since you left the modelling agency, is there any chance that tonight could resurface your career?" Millie Shaw asked. She was known for her modelling career also. I had done two runways with her but never spoke to her because I was only just starting my career and she was a lot more known.
"We'll have to see, but I'm pretty comfortable where I am right now and I guess it'll depend how filming goes and how much time I have," I commented.
"Both of you modelled together a few years ago, is there any chance of a reunion between you two?" Millie asked. I glanced at Savannah who was already looking at me.
"We both have busy schedules and we both travel for our work so it's hard to say at this point in time but I definitely enjoy having Megan around," Savannah spoke with a smile on her face.
"Well thank you girls and good luck walking tonight Savannah I'm Sure you will do amazing,"
"Thank you," Savannah and I both smiled as we walked towards the entry of the event. We both stopped to talk to other celebrities on the way and I managed to find Tori who was speaking to another model who I assumed was walking tonight.
"Hey Megs," she smiled, waving goodbye to the girl she was talking to. She was wearing a skin tight white dress that defined her figure. It finished mid thigh and excentuated her long toned legs. Her hair was brushed over to the side how she normally wore it had had light makeup on.
"You look good," I commented, still seeing flashing lights at this end of the carpet.
"Says you," Tori chuckled, eyeing me up and down.
"Tori, it's good to see you," Savannah greeted her, standing next to me.
"Savannah," she smiled, nodding her head. I knew Tori didn't really like Savannah after what she did and I still had a small grudge against her but I was mature enough to see past it for tonight.
"I'll see you on the runway," she smiled at Tori before turning to me. She leaned in, placing her hand on my shoulder as her lips neared my ear, "Thank you for escorting me down the carpet. I honestly couldn't keep my eyes off you. I shouldn't of hid from my feelings earlier," she whispered so only I could hear. I turned my head, seeing her smirking at me. I was stunned at her comment. She winked before brushing past me to head into the event.
"What the hell was that," Tori commented but I didn't reply because I was staring off after her. Part of me wondered if I ever got over her. Or if I pretended I did because my racing heart told me otherwise but I knew that was a chapter of my life I wanted to close because I really liked Kaden and I didn't want to lose her.