Chapter 14

Mina doesn't find any problem with the contract but her instinct is telling her something is not right. She can feel it. She is not like Camilla, she cannot stand someone trap her on financial terms. But like Camilla said lawyers did quite good job to make the terms fair.

Camilla calls her: "Mina, do you have any comment?"

"No" Mina replied.

"Good, if you have any question, please call me. But now please help me launch the project."

"Camilla wait…"

Mina cannot finish before Camilla hangs up.

She feels uneasy. She is not sure what the hell is happening. Something is wrong.

Something is terribly wrong.

"I don't understand. Why is my instinct telling me so?" Mina speaks to herself.

"You must be careful, Mina. Camilla is weak. Think carefully. There may be some hidden agenda here. Do not trust anyone. Please. You know best."

Grand opening of Project Cilla is on. The ceremony is held in Four Season Hotel Park Lane.

It is a grand event. It is a proper event. It is a proper ceremony. All the employees of Purly Group are invited.

Camilla is looking stunning in her black dress. She is tall and slim with perfect body. She is wearing high heels. Her legs are long and shapely. Her white stockings are sheer. Her corset shows off her cleavage and her cleavage is also visible through the thin material of her dress. Her hair is done up with a pearl clip, which was given by her mother. It is a symbol of her family. She wears a diamond earring.

She is the queen today, even Mr. Xavier is looking at her admiringly.

"Camilla-san," he bows to her, "you are so beautiful tonight."

He walks toward her and kiss her hand.

"Thank you for your kind words, Xavier-sama" she smiles.

"A toast!" he raises his glass. "To our success, ladies and gentlemen. May we all enjoy a successful year ahead."

Everyone cheers and drinks.

"I am very proud to announce that our flagship project is already formally launched and on schedule, thanks to Miss Camilla's leadership."

He claps his hands together.

"Now let us drink to celebrate. Cheers!"

They cheer again.

"Miss Camilla, would you like to say something?" Mr. Xavier says.

"Yes, I would like to thank each and everyone of you who made this project possible. I hope we can work together as one team to make sure the dream comes true."

Camilla is overwhelmed by her success. She feels beautiful and happy.

Derek is delighted with Camilla's victory but he is quite reserved today.

"How do you feel about it, Derek?" Camilla says.

"Very pleased. I think we have achieved a major breakthrough. We were able to secure funding. This means that the project is now officially on."

"Good. I am glad. I will be on the double."

"So what is next?"

"We start to negotiate with the contractors."

"Excellent. I look forward to seeing the progress."

"Of course I will keep you updated."

Camilla is satisfied with her success and her entire person shines with pride.She is ready to take on the world. She is the youngest executive in the company. She is their star.

Mr. Xavier gives Camilla a big hug and kisses her cheek.

"Good job, darling. You did it. I knew you would succeed. Now you can take a rest and have some fun. "

"O-of course, Mr. Xavier."

"What else do you want? Take whatever you like."

"I am very grateful, Mr. Xavier. Thank you."

"Don't mention it. Well, there is one thing I wish you could do for me. Would you mind?"

"Anything, Mr. Xavier."

"Please give me a call when you need my help."

"Thank you so much, Mr. Xavier. I will remember this."

Derek looks at Camilla's with passionate. His feelings for Camilla are growing.

"Well done, Camilla," he says when the show is close to an end.

She is a bit drunk. She smiles and raises her glass.

"Cheers, Derek. Thank you for - everything. "

He touches her shoulder and whispers. "I am staying this hotel tonight, why don't you join me for some Champagne."

Camilla's heart beats fast. She cannot get away from Derek's audacious look. She is flattered that he wants to spend the night with her. She is excited. She is always eager to please him. She is still young and her body is young. She is beautiful. She is desirable.