Something in the Air

The next day, Sia, Nat, and Lisa went to the location. It was an outdoor shoot. They were repeating the same busy routine. The only difference was that Mr. Han, who would yell at the members for a petty mistake, was replaced by Mr. Zing, his subordinate. Mr. Han had to take a month off because his wife was taking chemotherapy sessions so, he was unable to go under those circumstances. Every time Mr. Han would take a day off, Mr. Zing would take responsibility. He was a very kind-hearted individual who acknowledged his members every time they did something good. Everybody was happy with him taking over the department, especially Sia.

They had set everything when Daniel's BMW stopped at the location. His bodyguard opened the car door and he came out. He was wearing a white oversized T-shirt and blue jeans. The soft gust of wind was caressing his thick black hair. He looked even more handsome with black sunglasses. Everyone was mesmerized. He went to the changing room and changed his casual outfit to a more formal and blue-themed suit. Sia was her facilitator for the time being.

The shoot started and the photographer took stills of his mesmerizing look. After the shoot was over, Daniel went inside the room. Sia had to meet him to explain the next theme to him but he was nowhere to be found. She looked everywhere and even informed Mr. Reasus about it. Everybody started finding him. At last, she found him in his changing room. What caught Sia's attention was the red color on his hands and the drops of red colored liquid on his white shirt. He was wiping his hands with a towel as if he had just washed them. She was confused.

"Umm...Sir?"

"Yes?", he said while hanging the towel.

"What's this?", she asked impulsively.

"Oh! that's nothing. I went for a stroll and tripped over red paint. Thank god, my clothes are fine."

"Oh!"

"Well, why are you here?"

"I wanted to discuss the next theme....."

"Enough with work. Let's go outside. Have you tried the food here?"

"No."

"There is a very famous restaurant here. Let's go."

"Umm...but the theme."

"We'll discuss it there. Will you go?"

"If it's for work then yes."

"Okay then, take your things."

She went outside and took her black sling bag. Daniel was waiting for her in his car.

"Where are you going?", mocked Lisa as she was heading towards the car.

"Mr. Daniel has invited me to lunch."

"Oh, Really?"

Lisa lifted one eyebrow and smiled.

"Nothing else.", said Sia after understanding her facial expressions.

"Hey, you're going for lunch. At least put on a bit of makeup."

Lisa gripped her hand.

"No...He's waiting for me. I'm getting late, Li."

She freed her hand and went away. Daniel's bodyguard opened the car door for her. She sat inside. There was only a little distance between her and Daniel which was making her uncomfortable. They reached the highway where an impatient driver overtook their car and they had to turn in order to prevent a collision. While turning, Sia's head struck Daniel's chest and Daniel held her impulsively. Their eyes met and Sia turned away nervously. She tidied up her shirt. Daniel also loosened his grip on Sia. Both looked nervous that amused his bodyguard and driver and they were looking for ways to repeat the incident.

They reached a very luxurious restaurant. There were beautifully embellished chairs and tables. The cutlery was also expensive. There was a flower pot in the center of the table. Daniel asked his bodyguard to go. He went to another table. She followed Daniel. He reached a table meant for two and pulled a chair. She did not know how to respond. She had seen in the movies that the male lead pulls a chair so that the female could sit. But, Daniel would not do something like that to her. They barely knew each other. Seeing her confused, Daniel signaled her with his eyes to sit. She sat down and then he went to his chair. A waiter, wearing black pants, a white shirt with a black waistcoat, and a bowtie, came, greeted them, and gave them the menu card. Daniel handed it over to Sia who looked shocked at the huge prices. Realizing her weird expressions, he took the menu card and ordered sushi with a few other dishes that she barely knew of. The waiter went away.

"Liked the place?"

Daniel asked while looking at Sia who was carefully observing the place.

"Ummm...Yes."

"Well, you seem nervous."

"It's my first time in a fancy restaurant."

"Don't worry. I'm with you."

He rested his palm upon Sia's which was on the table. She felt uneasy and quickly held back her palm. Daniel became confused. All these years, women longed to even have a chat with him and this girl would not even look at him. A lot of people recognized him and started taking selfies.

"Well, Mr. Daniel, Let's talk about work."

"As you wish."

His voice was getting passionate with every passing second which made her uncomfortable. Soon, the waiter brought their order and they started to dine. Sia was copying Daniel's style of eating as she had never ever gone to a restaurant like that. Daniel was enjoying the scene. After finishing their lunch, Daniel asked if she wanted to go home. She nodded. He held her hand and called his bodyguard to bring the car. When the car reached the main gate, he pulled her with him and they both sat in the car. The car stopped at Sia's hotel entrance. She got off and thanked Daniel. He smiled and said:

"When will we meet next?"

"Soon."

She said and went inside.