The First Impression

The interview was dragging on for a long time and Peter was glancing at his watch every now and then.. The lady in front of him was eating out his patience now..

She was digging out his life attempting to reach out even the darkest zones that he did not wish to reveal.. He was never going to narrate his past and certainly was not a person to add on spicy and imaginary accessories onto his present life to make it more sought out and presentable to the readers.. So he became more cautious about everything he uttered.. disappointing the editor's every attempt.

Finally in what seemed like ages to Peter, the lady stood up at last.

Even though nagging, he was quite impressed with this lady.. her persistent questions and determined efforts, she was gonna get really successful in the future, though she lacks experience at the present, Peter thought with an appreciable smile on his lips as he shook her hands.. He wondered whether his thought was too loud as he could see the lady all flushed up and blushing..

Mathew mansion was only at an hour distance from his office.. Even though he was not a person who liked parties, he cannot reject Mrs Mathew's invitation.. The lady was just too powerful to be neglected. Peter was greeted by Mrs Mathew herself as he stepped onto the enormous hall.. With heavy makeup and classy outfit, she looked younger and beautiful.

Peter was not surprised to find the hall full comprising the richest of personalities of the country.. He could spot out few of his colleagues already, standing at one corner of the hall enjoing drinks.

He exchanged his greetings with Mrs Mathew before joining them in their serious discussion.

Peter was greatly impressed with the party arrangement.. It was true that he rarely attended parties , but it has a reason too.., he was an extreme criticist and he never thought for a second time before blurting out any flaws in a party, hence he was tagged the party spoiler ..

But this time even Peter was left out with no words.. There was nothing that was out of order.. or was left out... The walls reflected the image of each one entering since the room was filled with mirrors, it magnified the beauty of the party and enhanced the charm of the guests..

The mild melody that played in background created a serene environment .

Such parties were always a platform where the men boasts upon their power and women showcased their wealth...

Peter was impressed and his eyes were witnessing a feast..

But even this perfect party turned boring for him after a while.. He resumed to pretend listening to a monotonous discussion among his colleagues..

Suddenly, the hall turned to become noisy.. there were whisperings and some were pointing towards the door, some towards the wall.. Peter quickly turned to look at the door.. There stood a despicable figure, with an untidy outfit and ruffled short hair.. first it appeared like a boy to Peter, but later on he was surprised to find it was a girl.. She looked completely out if this world and appeared lost.. Her shabby reflections was displayed on every walls and she was really spoiling the party mood..

Peter was surprised to see her frightened and timid face immediately masked by a strange boldness.. She walked across the hall towards Mrs Mathew who dragged her far away from the hall.. The party returned to its normal form a few moments later and everyone returned to their usual self .. But Peter was at unease.. the writer in him has seen a mixture of fright and fire in the girl's eyes.. He was restless as his eyes searched for that shabby girl..

Soon she arrived in a waiters uniform holding a big sized tray in her hands.. So she was a waiter, after all, Peter was blaming himself for going wild with his thoughts on a waiter girl.. The girl was now heading towards them.. The tray was way too large for her and she was barely able to handle it's weight that she was swaying side to side as she walked... She offered them wine and as he was offered, Peter rejected it with a scorn..

No one noticed it was the same shabby girl in uniform except for him, and glared at the girl in utter disapproval..

As he turned to resume the long conversation that was still continued by his friends, he felt something hard strike at his watch.. There were clattering sound on the ground as he saw the stones on his watch broke to pieces and fell..

He found himself drenched in wine and was trying hard to bring back his senses.. He saw the girl with tray turning back, without even giving a slightest attention to the huge commotion caused by her.. The entire hall had fixed their eyes on Peter, to see his response and to enjoy an outburst but was shocked to see the waiter walk back coolly without even an apology..

Suddenly the girl stopped and turned around.. Peter saw the girl was looking at him now and he was furious to burst out at any moment.. But he noticed that pain, a sense of fright in the girl's eyes.. She remained silent as if preparing for an apology.. He waited for her to apologise first before rising out.. A moment later, he saw the expression of the girl change. With a haughty and arrogant glare, she swiftly left the hall stamping her foot...

Peter felt as if his blood was boiling.. He felt like the entire hall was laughing at him..

He watched over his wine stained shirt and clenching his fist he thought, "I ll teach this wretched girl a lesson... She will have to pay for this insult.." He noticed Mrs Mathew rushing towards him,

"I ll have to go now, Mrs Mathew.. I forgot I had an important appointment.. Thank you for the party."

Saying these he quickly set out for his car blocking Mrs Mathew to say anything.

His face was still flushing with anger and he could hear people laughing from his back..

He was insulted by a low grade waiter girl..! He slammed the car's door shut and drove at full speed.. In a hast, he had splashed dirt on a passerby,.. he glanced at the rear mirror, a girl with long black hair, completely drenched in rain was cleaning off the dirt.. He was in no mood to slow down or apologise, and so he drove on, his anger at its peak.. He was really disappointed as there was no trace of that waiter girl.. She has escaped from him this time but he will make her life harder once he get hold of her, he scowled..