Staring at my reflection in the dressing mirror, I couldn't help the flash smile that persist to linger on my face. I can't just wait to meet my woman again and not only that, it's been a long while since I had my hands wrapped around her slender waist, and cuddling her to myself alone. Thinking about the slight chance of gaining her recognition, I felt a sudden sharp pain in my heart as the smile on my face gradually disappear.
The door suddenly flung open, revealing Amelia, she had a gentle smile on her beautiful face as she walked wholly into the room, to where I was standing, actually. “Are you ready to meet the love of your life again, Mr. Alexander?” Her voice was mild and calm.
Pursuing my lips, I continued to comb my hair, not knowing how exactly to answer her question. Yeah, I missed her so much, and my only dream was for her to come back into my life again. But now that she's here, she has been owned by someone else. It hurt a lot at the likelihood of another man having his way with her, the only woman of my dreams. “I don't know Amelia, even though the truth is glaring enough, but it hurts my heart so much to think of her being with another man,” I said bitterly as I took two steps away from the dressing mirror, a storm of emotion raging in my heart. “Seen is believing, Mr. Alexander. The news about her engagement might just be a rumor. Endeavor to meet face to face with her and learn the truth” said Amelia in a good nature manner, she looked up at me tenderly as if she would do anything in her power to bring Kiara and me together again.
Staring at the woman in front of me, who was absentmindedly acting like my wife, the corners of my mouth curled into a smile. “Thank you so much, Amelia.” I moved closer, opening my arms wider, “Can I have a good luck hug?” I joked, and then she flashed me a big smile as she came into my chest, patting my back in a reassuring expression.
Half an hour later, the car stopped in front of a building. The large display screen was displaying a colossal boutique, which has numerous different items of men's and women's outfits inside it. Withdrawing my gaze from the screen, I recalled her words, *To own a boutique for just male wears* My throat constricted in pain as a bitter smile formed on my lips. 'I'm glad you could accomplish your dream, Kiara' I got down from the car which has been opened by my driver, and began to stride in the direction of the building, sneaking a peek at the row of luxurious cars that were parking at the entrance. The red carpet stretched to the door, at each side of the door, there stood two men in black suits and one senior in the middle of them to welcome the guests. Watching how the one in the middle reviewed the invitation passport before he allowed the guest to walk in, my gaze fell to the invitation I was holding, and I felt a sense of happiness arise in my heart at the angel I have in disguise as a friend. I didn't know how Mack had managed to get the invitation card,, and he wouldn't let me care about it. “You're welcome, sir” The senior man greeted warmly after going through my invitation card. I only hummed in response, then ambled into the hall. In the sumptuously decorated hall, people were toasting and chatting with each other. Men were wrapped in business suits, while women were in the most beautiful make-up.
My gaze traveled around every opening, but I couldn't fathom anyone who looks like her, Kiara. While looking around, I had subconsciously put forward a pace and I accidentally bumped into someone. “Ouch! Careful man” The lady cried out, rubbing her forehead. “I'm sorry, Miss” I apologized, and the lady lifted her head at once. Instantly, my eyes widened in astonishment, same as she. “Olive?” “Alexander?” We both muttered, simultaneously. “Oh my goodness, Alexander!” She exclaimed in surprise with a glossy smile touching her face. Suddenly, she embraced me for a brief moment then disengaged thereafter, “How have you been? It's been a long time, man. And what are you doing on an occasion like this?” Her eyes gleamed with smiles as she looked at my face. Smiling, I scrutinized her, she looked classy and dignified in her purple evening dress. Her hair was put into a tight bun with a butterfly hair clip. The make-up she was exquisite. “I've been good, Olive. And you?” I asked her gently, and then her smile grew deeper. “I've been good, too, Alex. Tell me, who invited you to tonight's party? Or do you by chance know one of Torres's? Because I doubt that you know Torres himself” All her words were uttered in a breath. I raised my brows as we both put forward a pace. “Who's he?” I asked in a soft tone. “Henry Torres is popularly known around the whole of Mexico, and even Italy. He has branches of companies all over the world, but he barely visits his firms here in Texas” Olive explained word by word as she greeted a few people who passed by us with a warm gesture. “But I'm afraid he'll be staying for a long while this time around, and do you know why?” My hands gradually gathered in a fist as my throat tightened. “The almighty Henry Torres has finally found the woman of her choice and do you know the amusing part, I learned he rescued this woman from dying some months ago while he was cruising on his boat and since then, he never let go of this woman. And to be detailed, the woman is the reason we are all here” She concluded her short story with a beam. However, she didn't realize how much her words were hurting my heart. It was as if someone was tearing my heart apart with a saw. For a moment, I was at a loss for words, but later I asked in a quivering voice, “What's this woman's name?”
“Kiara. Her name is Kiara. She's a stunning and nice lady, Alex. You would like her once you laid your eyes upon her” My heart seized at once the moment Olive completed her words. “Love is indeed a beautiful thing, Alexander. Do you know that Miss Kiara has a child with another man, but Mr. Torres doesn't mind at all” Slowly, I shut my eyes as tears have already blurred my vision? 'Why would you do this to me, Kiara?' “Good evening, ladies and gentlemen” That voice, I know the voice that just spoke into the mic now. I flung my eyes open one time, and it settled on the only person standing in the spotlight. She was wearing a pink long dress, the pink color looked pure and gentle, like a newborn baby which was unfamiliar with the world. So tender and cute. She was wearing a diamond jewelry set that was studded with emeralds, which was elegant, and majestic. Furthermore, she had her hair curled, and as she spoke elegantly into the mic, giving off a natural queen aura, I found myself moving forward. “First, I would like to say a big thank you to everyone for taking out of your precious time to be here tonight. I recognize your presence everyone” She continued, flashing a glossy smile to the audience. “Secondly, It's my special thanks which goes to no other person but my life savior, the person who gave me a new life to live. Distinguished ladies and gentlemen, please a round of applause of Mr. Henry Torres as he comes on stage” As soon as she finished her words, the audience clapped their hands as a young man wrapped in an all-black suit came up on stage with a dignified smile on his face. He exchanged a brief hug and peck with Kiara, and soon collected the mic from her. All this time, Kiara was having a happy and contented smile on her face. “She's pretty, isn't she?” I heard Olive's voice beside me, but I didn't react nor respond to her as my eyes continued to stay on Kiara's figure under the light. “You're always welcome, My lady” The so-called Henry Torres let out, a pleased smile touching his Oval-shaped face. He looks younger than I had thought. “Everyone, there's an important announcement I would love to use this privilege to make” He began, slipping his hand around Kiara's waist. Seeing this, I felt a knot tighten in my chest, clenching my fist and holding myself back. However, noticing that she was cool with It and even her smile was growing wider, I regained my composure. “I'm aware some of you present here are already familiar with my woman before. But for those who are probably meeting her for the first time, I want to make an official announcement now” He beamed, peeking at Kiara's face from time to time. “This is Kiara Flores, the woman who has managed to attain my undivided attention, she has abducted my heart and seemingly, she's never letting go of it” The audience cheered happily, including Olive. I frowned at him coldly on the stage, as if I wanted to freeze him. “Kiara and I are getting engaged officially in the next two weeks and our marriage date will be fixed thereafter” I became stiff for a brief moment by the news, but the loud cheer of the crowd soon brought me back to presence. Olive ran past me and disappeared into the small crowd. Gazing at Kiara beside this man, grinning and waving her hand to everyone. It felt as if my heart was breaking into a million pieces inside my chest, and it was never going to be whole again.
More tears poured uncontrollably out of my eyes as their picture kept on replaying in my head. 'It's over now. There's nothing else I can probably do. She's happy with her new life, with Henry Torres' “Here you are, Alexander. I've been looking everywhere for you” I stayed silent, wanting anything other than to be alone at that moment, but then an idea suddenly struck me. Swiftly, I turned to face Olive then asked, “What's your relationship with Henry Torres?” She stared at my face and made to touch my face, but I was quick to confined her movement, “Answer me, Olive” I said impatiently, and she slowly withdrew her hand, “His younger sibling and I are friends. Why? Is there a problem?” Nodding my head, I held her both hands, “I need your help, Olive. Please I need you to help me meet Kiara” I pleaded, more tears pooling into my eyes. She stared at my face in complete awe, but in the end, she nodded in agreement and quickly ran along. With my heart filled with all sorts of mixed of emotions, I paced back and forth impatiently with one or two people passing by occasionally. Shortly thereafter, Olive returned and told me she's coming already. She didn't wait for my response before leaving immediately. Sucking in a deep breath, I watched as she suddenly appeared, walking step by step in my direction. Although the night was dark, but with the aid of the neon lights surrounding the area, I could see her pretty face which caused my heart to skip and caught in my throat. This feeling took me back to the first day I set my eyes on her, it was just that, the only feeling I had toward her then was only to fuck her but now, I just want to spend the rest of my life with this woman standing in front of me. “Kiara?” my voice quavered as I moved closer, “Hello, sir. How may I help you?” She asked proficiently, a light smile staying on her lips. I felt my heart fell eventually in my chest this time as I peered into her face.