Harry
"You ready bro?" Tyler asked me from the bathroom
"Almost" I answered
We were in his room getting ready for the fashion show tonight. It was in a few minutes actually. We were already running late. I was still dressing up in front of the mirror adding finishing touches to my outfit.
I decided to lay my shoulder length hair to the back. It always gives me more of a corporate look. To finish the outfit I put on my jacket.
"Whoa you clean up nice" Tyler said coming out fully dressed
"Thanks mate. You look good too"
He opened his arms for a hug. I closed ice space between us and we patted each other on the back
"Thank you for everything" I said
"Naah man. Don't sweat it. Come on we're already an hour late"
*
"Good evening ladies and gentlemen!" A voice boomed from inside the garden
Tyler and I rushed out of the car which he parked in the parking lot. We were about an hour and twelve minutes late.
Everywhere looked bright. The street lights illuminated the darkness and the premises was well decorated with banners and flowers. Kinda girly but it seemed okay
"Reservation for Watson" Tyler said to the body guards who were standing outside the gates
"Can I see your invitation?" They demanded
We showed our cards to them. They checked them then gave it back to us
"Right this way".
We followed one of the men. He led us to the large garden where the event was being held. Everyone was seated in a round table order
There was a long stage dividing the place into two. The stage is probably where the models would walk to showcase their clothes. Just guessing anyway.
I felt uncomfortable in environments like this. They were too fancy
All these people with their expensive dresses and their designer suits... I just didn't fit in
"Seen your parents yet?" I queried
"Naah hold on"
We scanned the area for any sign of Mr and Mrs Watson till I found them sitting somewhere
"Found them"
On their table were two empty seats. I hope they're for us
"Sorry we're late" Tyler said to his parents as we walked up to the table
"Good evening" I greeted
"Hello Harry" his father coldly replied
I haven't seen the old man since I came back. He hasn't changed a bit apart from the fact that his voice was a hit deeper and he appeared to be meaner. He was still buff and tall with his clean haircut. He's been carving his hair the same style for years I see.
"You look lovely" his mom said to us with a smile
"Thank you"
I was about to say she looked lovely too but I held my tongue to avoid any trouble
The presenter came on stage to announce the next event
"Now give it up for the models" the woman said
Everyone clapped
The DJ played music as girls came out one by one showcasing their clothes.
"That's Malia" Tyler pointed to one of them
Not bad, she was actually gorgeous. She was light skinned with long hair or could it be weave?
"Is she mixed?" I asked
"Yeah"
I took a sip of a glass of wine on the table. I almost choked when my eyes landed on Amanda. My mouth hung open when I saw her walk on stage
She was wearing a tight short red gown with black heels. The gown brought out all her curves.
That dress has me feeling some kind of way.
Her curly hair was let down and she had make up on. She looked beautiful without make up but seeing her with it made her look like a different person entirely
She looked breathtakingly gorgeous and sexy
Fuck what I said about taking it slow... I'm going to ruin this girl in every way possible. In a few weeks I'll have her screaming my name. I could feel my dick go hard at the thought
Jeremy was at the other side cheering at the top of his voice along with everyone else
I don't blame them, she looked great. She should really consider modelling as a profession.
"Isn't that dress a little too short" her dad complained
"Honey don't start" her mom warned
"Let's stand up for her" I told Tyler
We stood up and clapped for her. Some people joined us
Amanda looked my way and smiled. I smiled back and winked. She looked me up and down seductively before going back
From the corner of my eye I could see Jeremy glaring at me enviously as I sat down. I took a sip of my drink unbothered. He had nothing on me
"I'm gonna go say hi to Mrs Smith" Tyler said
Who does this boy think he's deceiving?
"You're going to look for Malia, aren't you?"
"Yeah" he grinned sheepishly "wanna tag?"
"Okay"
I got up and followed Tyler through the maze which led to the main house. How big is this place? The models were talking and drinking inside. Everyone was practically doing their own thing
I spotted Amanda talking to two girls at the front of the room
"Hello dear" a woman said giving Tyler a kiss on the cheek
"Hi Mrs Smith. This is my friend Harry" Tyler said
"Hello" I said
"Hi, it’s nice to meet you"
She started a conversation with him. I used that as an opportunity to go talk to Amanda until Malia stopped me by stepping into my view.
"Hi, I'm Malia" she said holding out her hand for me to shake
Oh no
I cleared my throat and shook her hand.
"I'm Harry" I replied trying to sound as uninterested as possible
I looked around to make sure Tyler didn't see us. I don't want him to have the wrong impression. Sure she's fine and all but he likes her. I can't do that to him
"But you're thinking of screwing his sister" my sub conscious said
"I am not!"
"How come I haven't seen you before? Do you go to our church?" She asked
"No. I'm a friend of Tyler'
She arched her eyebrows. A look of confusion came across her face
"Who's Tyler?"
My eyes widened in surprise. She's never talked to him? This guy is so dumb. Does that mean she's a secret crush or something. I almost laughed out loud. This is so lame. I am definitely going to tease him later.
"Mr Watson's son"
"Still don't know who that is. Anyway there's an after party at Mrs Smith's model house. Your friend Tyler should know where it is. Wanna come?"
"Sure"
"Just look out for me"
She gave me a sexy look - or what she considered seductive and left.
I shook off the uneasy feeling I had about her and walked over to Amanda and her friends
"Hey" I said to them
"Hi, guys this is Harry" Amanda introduced "Harry this is Janet, this is Keisha. So glad you could make it "
"Ooh this is Harry" Janet said
"We've heard so much about you" Keisha added
"Oh really?" I said "good things I hope"
"Very" Janet said
"I just told them my brother's friend is back in town" Amanda explained
"She said you're hot too" Janet added "but I didn't know you'd be this hot"
"Come here" Amanda said dragging me away from them obviously embarrassed.
She thinks I'm hot, eh?
"You look beautiful" I told her
She blushed
"Thank you. You look good too. A tux really suits you"
"Thanks. You did well on stage''
"Really? I thought I flopped"
"No, you should consider modelling"
Before she could reply Jeremy appeared out of nowhere. He grabbed her by the waist possessively
"You look gorgeous" he said
"Thanks"
He kissed her right on the lips. I looked away from them; my fists were balled up at my sides
"Styles" he acknowledged
"Jeremy" I nodded
"I have to go" Amanda said "I'll see you later"
"Alright"
I watched as he took her away from my line of vision. There's something wrong with that guy. Although I can't lay my finger on it. I'm a guy so I sense things like this when I know my fellow man isn't being serious with a girl.
"Hey man" Tyler said standing at my side
"Will you like to go to the after party?"
"Not really I'm tired"
"I just spoke to Malia, she'll be there"
"Really? You-you spoke to Malia"
Actually, she spoke to me but he doesn't need to know that.
"Yup. I did it for you"
"Thanks buddy. Let's go"