Chapter 7: Celebration

Alexander miraculously kept his promise and it’s been 4 long weeks since I last saw him at my place. I told everything to Saira when we met the later & she congratulated me. But I was feeling relieved at all, it feels like something is missing or only I’m missing it!

I want to know everything but also don’t want to know anything & let it in the past as I had known all those years. I wanted to forget & move on but at the same time, my heart was yearning for its owner’s touch, presence, affection which I unfortunately can’t afford. Jan didn’t push me about anything, in fact he’s the only one who didn’t pass any comment on the situation. Even, Elena commented that Alexander is a nice and decent guy so I should acknowledge his efforts, by the way, about which I don’t give a shit as she’s nothing but just an employee of mine who receives people on the reception so nicely and professionally, and also does her job efficiently. I blamed Saira for being so friendly with her because due to that, she thought that she’s some celebrity who’s opinion would matter to me. She irritated me for some reason which Saira says because of my jealousy.

My company ’Bella Vista’ got a contract with the famous architecture company ’Dream n’ Built’ & I celebrated this achievement with Saira & Jan at Bill’s Bar & Burgers which serves amazing burgers and tasty beers.

The CEO of the company gave a celebration party on our collaboration and I was really looking forward to it in those past days. So, now when I was giving myself a final look, Jan was standing in the doorway all dressed up for the event, looking devilishly handsome and irresistible as he was accompanying me as my date and I was pretty sure that the females there would surely moisten their panties after just one look at his sun-kissed tan skin, and muscular body.

“You’re looking absolutely ravishing, my dear.” He commented in his sexy deep voice and I looked back at him from the mirror.

“Thanks for the compliment, my dear.” I mimicked him and he rolled his eyes at me.

“You’ll never gonna take my compliments seriously, ever!” He spoke and I raised my eyebrows while wearing heels.

“You’re asking or telling?”

“None… actually I’m predicting!” He smirked and now it’s my turn to roll my eyes.

“Let’s go, Mr.Arrogant because this ravishing lady is ready to face the world.” I posed dramatically and he chuckled. We headed out and came to a Limousine that Jan brought for today’s night ride. We settled in and the chauffeur started driving the vehicle.

“Okay, let’s go! By the way, Saira said that she’ll miss us.” And I smiled sadly because Saira had some family emergency so she had to fly all the way to London and I was left alone here. I was grateful to God that Jan wasn’t in Istanbul but with me because I always needed my loved ones to be near me in my happy days for motivation and acceptance.

“It’s good that you’re here, with me!” I looked at him with wetness in my eyes and he smiled softly at me.

“I’ll be here as long as you want me to be, Isa!” I kissed his cheek and then placed my head on his shoulder. The journey passed just like that and then we reached the location.

We readied ourselves and then he exited the luxurious car, pulled out me like a gentleman and then we were both facing the flashes of cameras.

>“Ms.Isabella McQueen, can you please tell us who’s your date tonight?”<

>Ms.Isabella, are you guys dating?”<

>“Ms.Isabella, can you give us some updates about your upcoming projects?”<

Me and Jan posed for the different cameras, flashing at us and I also tried to satisfy them by giving necessary replies to a few questions with a polite smile. When we crossed them and entered the hall, we sighed in relief. Jan and I looked at each other at the same time and then winked at each other. We decided that we won’t treat each other like a date- date but as friends, because that’s what we really are!

I met with the host and the CEO of ‘Dream n’ Built’, Mr.John Dream. He’s a very easygoing and funny man as he made me feel like we’ve known each other for a very long time. I felt comfortable around him and he also introduced me to some of his relatives and friends along with their wives. He was continuously talking about his ‘special’ friend whom he admired the most during our whole meet-up. I listened about most of it, mindlessly.

“You haven’t found a perfect man yet?” I was sipping my drink when suddenly John asked me, I choked on my drink.

“I… no. Not yet!” I replied back. And he smiled meaningfully.

“You can, if you started looking more closely around yourself.” He said and I averted my gaze towards Jan who was talking to some women who were literally drooling over him.

“I don’t have time for assholes.” I smirked and this time it’s him, who choked.“Well...uh… it’s still shocking.” He commented after a while and I simply nodded in response.

“Is your favorite friend not arrived yet?” I asked him because he was continuously looking at the entrance of the hall impatiently.

“Yeah!” He replied plainly. And then he jumped out with joy.

“And.... here he comes!!” He excused himself from me and then ran towards the entrance. I gulped down the remaining drink in one-go and then turned around to see the mysterious guest of John. When I saw what my eyes presented to me, my breath hitched. Alexander was standing at the entrance with all his glory and beside him, there was a tall, beautiful brunette who had thin waist and long tan legs like some fucking model, she’s clinging to his arm. I gritted my teeth in frustration and pure jealousy. At that moment, I accepted Saira’s statement fully, regarding my jealousy.

“Isabella! Isabella?!” Jan’s voice startled me and I jumped out with surprise.

“Yes?” I looked at him dumbfounded and he examined me head to toe.

“Why are you so flustered? Are you okay?” He asked me with concern and I shook my head.

“Yeah… I need to use the restroom. You know the way?” I tried to get myself back to my senses and asked him as nonchalantly as possible. He nodded and then guided me to the restrooms, I entered in after thanking and sending him back to the event.

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When I calmed myself down, I came out from my hideout and went back with my head held higher. I spotted Jan and when I approached him, he was not alone.

“Here she is; the gorgeous lady of the night!” John instantly called out to me and I gave him the tight-lipped smile in return. Alexander didn’t give me a second glance but his date was watching me with interest that made me uncomfortable.

“Hello! Sorry, lady's needs.” I joked and they all smiled at me except Alexander. His date forwarded her hand towards me.

“Hey, I’m Camilla Hudson, Alexander’s date. It’s nice to meet you in person because I’m a huge fan of your work and dedication.” She introduced herself to me with those kind words that melted my heart. This time I smiled genuinely at her and shook her hand.

“Hey, Camilla. It’s nice to meet you too and thanks a lot for the kind words. They mean so much to me!” Then at that moment, Alexander looked directly in my eyes and smiled proudly at me, taking my breathing away. Jan cleared his throat, breaking that moment between us and Alexander looked away and glared at him.

“Let’s begin our celebrations.” John butted in and I sighed in relief.