Chapter 8

"why don't you choose this", Katherina said pointing at a black body con dress that suits Evelyn well.

"Nothing, i haven't tried other dress yet", Evelyn replied.

She looked at the dresses at her fault not knowing the one to pick.

"Evelyn, it's a date, you don't need to look extravagant" Katherina said with an eye roll obviously getting irritated with the time Evelyn spends on looking for a dress. Evelyn sighed defeatedly, "fine, i guess I'll go for the bodycon gown"

Katherina looked pleased "much better"

"I met with Mason yesterday"

"Really?"

"Yea, he kinda asked for another chance".

Evelyn smiled sweetly, "I'm very sure you accepted because your love is a pretty kind"

Katherina frowned, "no i didn't"

"What!, why?" Evelyn asked obviously surprised

"I don't think i love him anymore Evie"

"What do you mean by that Kathie, you're with his child!"

"That doesn't matter, i think I'm in love with someone else, though the feelings aren't defined yet"

"Wow Kathie, now you really caught me by surprise"

Katherina smiled, "I know right, I'm also surprised myself"

Evelyn shrugged, "whatever Kathie, I'm sure you have a reason for whatever is happening right now. I'll be by your side"

"Thank you Evelyn".

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The date night came in a flash and just as promised by Xavier, a chauffeur came to pick Evelyn from home. She was really nervous about the date though, the chauffeur had instantly complimented her as soon as he sighted her.

Evelyn wore her knee length black bodycon dress and blue strap heels, she wasn't a fan of makeup so she did a minimal one which consisted of only her lip combo.

Her long curly afro hair was packed into a bun leaving some strands falling of her face. She was the perfect definition of an innocent beauty with a touch of elegance and power.

She wore a little diamond necklace that her mother had gifted her before she died and a little bit of eye liner to bring out her eye shape.

Evelyn fiddled with her phone nervously as the car stopped in the garage of an expensive five star restaurant. She wouldn't be surprised if it was Xavier who owned the whole building after all he controlled the city of California.

Xavier met up with her as soon as she got out of the vehicle, dropping a sensual but light kiss on her right hand he looked into her eyes slowly, "you look ravishing" he said with a cool smirk. Evelyn felt her heart flutter but maintained her composure.

"Thank you Xavier, you don't look bad yourself", she replied cooly with a smile.

Xavier raised his brows in an amusing manner "thank you"

He led her into the restaurant and they both sat down and placed their orders.

Their conversation had gone deep and they were both enjoying each other's company when Evelyn asked a very crucial question that hit Xavier hard.

"What about your parents?" She asked.

Xavier's features darkened, "they were murdered", he gave a short reply.

Evelyn nodded deciding not to prob further because she felt it wasn't the right time to do so.

Their dinner ended and Xavier dropped her home with a promise to text her as soon as he got home. They both bid each other goodnight. Honestly she enjoyed the date, behind an egostical jerk was a nice guy, she thought.

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Thomas sat in his office with Ray sitting opposite him. They were both discussing the shares Alphaplay bought. A knock interrupted then and Hakims entered. Ray narrowed his eyes at Hakims.

"What brought you into my office Walter?" Thomas asked slightly annoyed at the unwelcomed interruption.

"Sorry to bother you Thomas, i came to see you regarding some crucial matters. But seems you're busy I'll come back", he said glancing at Ray.

Thomas nodded and Hakims left the room.

"Do you just allow anyone come into your office at their own free will?" Ray asked with a cold expression.

Thomas felt himself shiver at the cold aura surrounding him, "not at all, it won't happen again".

Ray nodded and got up, "The deal will be finalized tomorrow", he said and prepared to take his leave.

Thomas nodded and walked him out.

As Ray got out, his features darkened completely just for a moment and he left.