Chapter 1 - At first sight

Your eleven o'clock appointment has arrived", the secretary Carmella Jones, said to her boss Stacy Hayes, over the intercom. Carmella was a pretty chocolate skinned lady with confident personality and a well built body, standing about five ft with red dyed bob hair.

Appointment? oh! Mr Berty right?" Stacy asked,

Yes, Mr Berty, ready for him?" Carmella queried. Carmella laughed. I need to gather my files and tidy out my desk, you know there's work in progress for James wedding reception.

Holla at me when you are done, Stacy.

Carmella was Stacy's employee but they grew fond of each other. Stacy is well known for her friendliness and cooperation with other employers but her right hand assistant has been her closest.

Thanks Carmella, I won't be long.

Stacy cradelled the phone, gathered her papers into a neat pile before returning them to a labeled folder.

Stacy rushed into the bathroom with her make up and hair brush to do some primping and then dried off her hands with a paper towel. Having done some touches on her dark complexion, powder over shiny spots on her face, brushing her hair backwards to lay them more neat and then applied fresh layer of strawberry lip gloss.

Filled up with satisfaction after some minutes of admiring herself, headed back to her desk and buzzed Carmella", Am all ready, bring em in, Stacy ordered.

Stacy waited patiently for her client to walk through the door, get the meeting over with and move to the next pile of work awaiting her. The second her eyes fell on the gorgeous good looking Berty Nard, her breath caught.

Berty had a athletic body supported by a massive muscle, she put his height at six feet and weigh 170 pounds or so. His low cut hair and full beards and lips gave a perfect shape for his face.

Welcome Mr Berty. I'm Stacy Hayes, owner of PERFICIENT, Stacy said, extending her hands, trying so hard to hide her instant attraction to this sexy being in her office. Please let's have a seat and discuss your event." Moving over the table, pulled out two chairs and waited on Berty to sit first.

Stacy handed him a catering packet.

A fork, knife and spoon joined together, circled by a wreath of colorful flowers served as the company's logo. Surprised by the offerings. That's lovely! You seem pretty old in this business? Berty asked, obviously impressed by the offerings

Stacy felt flattered but dared to look into those glittering green eyes of the man that arouse her sexual needs not quite long ago." A few years back but we have handled events this area for the last six months, we are consistent and it has been good so far.

Berty nodded." Impressive." It's a family business or you just started off on your own, he asked.

Stacy blushing for no reason, flashed a smile," My grandparents had one of their own so i took it up from there, i learnt majority of what i know now from them and it's quite rewarding.

Berty smiled heartly, revealing a beautiful set of well maintained teeth."Oh Grandparents! They are such an irreplaceable memory no matter how long it takes and how far they are from you. It's nice to know they both are in this with you, would be alot easier for you, now i know the reason for this huge success and why people kept referring me to you. What about your parents?

The conversation got way more personal than she was used to when dealing with her clients but somehow she kept answering his questions without hesitation."Divorced but they are in good terms and none of them remarried. My father Arther, a clerk lives here and My Mom Trish lives in Canada.

Hmmm, Berty ponded quietly with a little sadness overwhelming him and quickly adjusting to the real reason he was there in the first place.

This event is very special to me and i need it top notch, i don't want any big event , just something simple and less extravagant but only on when need be. I will be personally involved in all aspect of the planning relying heavily on you and your expertise.

Stacy possibly didn't expect the sudden transition to the main reason for their appointment but of course she's always professional and would always bring her A game.

It's a surprise engagement party, money would never be the problem, i want an excellent end result, a full service, Berty explained.

Stacy was a bit disappointed in knowing about his engagement but his MONEY IS NEVER A PROBLEM remark made her smile beautiful because that's her favorite way of business.

I put it to you that you've made the right choice of coming to PERFICIENT, Mr Berty. In addition, catering services, decorating, hosting, bartending, DJ and waitstaff are at your fingertips. We can arrange reliable transportation to and from the event via our one-stop-shop PEACE MOTORS, Stacy said confidently without missing words.

The beautiful smile that filled up her lips and her gorgeous green eyes marvelled Berty. He saw She was not just intelligent but also so beautiful that he couldn't help but wonder if she was married since she didn't have a ring on but he still doubted, her gorgeous figure inspired him to indulge in more than a mere glance but at same time he can't push through with it.

Stacy handed Berty the application form to fill out while she awaits his thoughts on his vision for the reception. As Berty filled the blanks, Stacy thought of his preference and the kind of reception he would want based on his taste and how he carried himself but concluded on waiting to see his files because the form had a box to fill in for the bride's and groom's favorite flowers and greener and some information about the couple so she can figure that out in the informations.

There, anything else? Berty asked, handing the files to her

Stacy was impressed that he gave every necessary information needed unlike some couple she had to deal with previously, that knew little about their spouses and it often surprises her how couples know less details about their spouse's intimate life, likes and dislikes reveal alot about an individual. She'd make it her business to know every tiny details before taking a man's last name.

Berty's bride to be was named Sharon and from the files, she was three years older than Stacy turned twenty seven on the third of October.

I see Sharon's favorite color is royal blue. I can work wonders with that color, adding splashes of silver there will make it complete royalty. Stacy handed Betty the company's brochure to make a choice." If you don't like any of them we can create a choice that fits what you are aiming for but these are beautiful pieces we had from previous events.

I need angels with glittery wings as the center pieces and also in some sort of floral arrangement, i think that would be beautiful, just like here, Berty said pointing to a section in the brochure.

You are quite impressive and creative as well, i saw in the application that you are a filmmaker, Stacy noted on his suggestion. And also got caught off again on the deepness of his voice, he was too gorgeous to even exist, her mind wandering around, trying to sense his every move and all that sexiness made him her top one in her hot chart.

As a Hollywood film maker, producer, screenwriter and owner of G.W film productions, Stacy was impressed not just in his credentials but his high level of creativity.

My plans is to get established in Hollywood as a force, gearing more towards featuring African American characters and other minority actors, Berty said," More like you, it's just never enough.

Stacy smiled," I couldn't have gone in opposite direction, catering is in my DNA

Hmm impressive, i can't stop saying that, am determined to address the critical imbalance in Hollywood, it's time for a mix of old and new actors.

I will be rooting for you, Mr Berty

Thanks for your vote of confidence, Berty looked down and instantly got to his feet." I should be on my way now. We should meet again and have this all planned out, i want the very best.

Is it ok if i call? We could go out and discuss this and I also have to check my calendar but it should be around November, Berty stated

My business card is in the packet and my phone number is available as well, so call whenever you dim it fit, Stacy stated."Thanks for choosing PERFICIENT to run your event.

Anytime, Berty smiled, making his way to the reception area while Stacy followed. Her wild attraction to an engaged man was stupid and dangerous but fun. The pleasure that came with escorting this cute sexy guy to the exit was nothing to hide. Berty looked back at Stacy, winked and strode out the door.

Talk about sexy and hot!, that incredible man caused major heat wave in my office. Isn't he such a beauty?, Stacy said after she deposited herself in a chair.

He's ok, Carmella laughed at Stacy's naughty expression."Did he tell you what kind of party he wanted?

Taking a deep breath, Stacy shook her head."Engagement party."His surprise engagement party." Stacy said almost in disappointment.

Hmmm Sorry about that, Carmella said sympathetically. He's a real big turn on, i enjoy flirting with such but i love being the main chick to Ethan". She looked down at the appointment files." Hmmm nice choices, she affirmed.

Mr Berty's voice is such a soul taker, i wonder what his moaning would sound like." Both women laughed.

You are terrible at hiding your desires, can you be able to stay put together with him around?, with the way he is, i know he'd be coming around more often, can you handle that, i mean his sexiness? Carmella playfully asked. Stacy grinned."I always bring my A game, am a professional remember that.

Oh! right, Carmella grinned. Since Ethan isn't in town, let's have one or two drinks after work.

Am beat, I'd be leaving an hour early or better still let's shut down, we have to work Gregory hills bridal shower tomorrow, business before pleasure remember? Stacy said.

I don't know how bored and horny I'd be if the bridal work isn't at hand, Ethan won't be in Vegas until midnight tomorrow, would have been bored to death, Carmella lamented

That's what you get when you marry a guy in a band," Stacy remarked, laughing. Don't mind me girl, just one day i will find the right man and eventually settle down and yeah! Berty wants on to discuss his event on a date. Pencil him in for the third week of November." No! make it first week.

Got it", Carmella smiled." Be careful, he's someone else's. I really can't wait for Ethan's big band break. When they hit it big, he'd be gone most of the time.

Yeah! i know, missing you already, as much as i hate not having my right hand assistant here with me. You still got to protect your personal interest and needs, i feel you are dripping down there already. Your band guy needs to scratch em for you, Stacy stated naughtily." Not only is he a great drummer, he's handsome, i guess other members get their own fair share of fans too.

Carmella smiled."Am just lucky to have a loyal man.

You really are." Getting to her feet, Stacy walked towards her private office." I'd love to sit and chat about your husband but i have work to do. See you later. I hope i can get rid of the naughty thoughts for Berty Nard."

You both make a great couple." Carmella cooed.

Stacy smiled."I know right?, I thought so too. Sharon is so lucky to have such a man all to herself.