Prisca stood staring at this lady in front of her, she could feel her blood boil in anger and from the words of this lady, she is sure that she is letting her know indirectly that she is here to take her spot in the agency.
"Can we start with the shoots please" I said, turning my attention to Mr Smith who looked surprised at my outburst. I totally ignored the blonde in front of me who stood aside, folded her arms and watched the camera flash its light on me as I took my spot.
Her words kept ringing in my head and with every piece of clothing I changed into, I could see her eyes not leaving me at any course. It felt like she was saying some words to Mr Smith who also watched me while the photographer took the shot.
After an hour, the shoots were over, I changed into my normal outfit and walked towards Mr Smith who stood talking to the agency secretary.
"Please can I have a word with you Mr Smith" I said and stood next to me.
He turned to me with a surprised look on his face.
"I will see you later, you can go now" he dismissed the young secretary who walked out of the room.
"You did great today Prisca" he smiled, staring at her with lustful eyes.
Prisca didn't have time for his games this time around, she is here to inform him that she will be leaving London for the United States tomorrow.
"I am here to get permission from you Mr Smith, I have to leave London tomorrow just so that I can attend my mum's wedding" she let out, her gaze not leaving him.
Smith's eyebrows furred in surprise, "Well, of course, I can give you your leave because you have been very hardworking these past years but you should have informed me on time because there is an upcoming shoot I will want you to take charge of".
Prisca held her bag tightly as she listened to his words. With his tone, she is certain that this shoot must be very important and now that she will be out of the country, Smith will be left with no other choice but to let Cynthia take the role and that disgusted her the most. "I am sorry to hear this sir but I need to be there at my mother's wedding, it's family" she replied calmly even though she wished there was a way she could miss out on it.
"Alright Prisca, but for how long will you be over there?".
"Just a few weeks, college is over for the summer break but due to work, I will have to come back earlier than expected, just two weeks Mr Smith" she assured him.
With a deep sigh, he dipped his hands into his pocket, "Alright, if you say so, I will just look for someone who can take the role and when you are back, you can continue from what is left". Smith let out, his eyes piercing on her.
With a fake smile, Prisca nodded, "Alright, thanks for your understanding".
Smith smiled, "It's nothing, you know that I will do anything for such a beautiful damsel like you, anything even if it includes me buying you the whole world. I just want you to know that you are truly loved by me and I will love to take you out on a date whenever you come back".
Not trying to be rude, Prisca smiled, "I will think about that and get back to you" she replied calmly.
Smith walked closer towards her, "I know you will, just to have you in my arms is all I long for and I know that I am going to have you no matter how long you resist me Prisca" he whispered.
Not knowing what to say, Prisca nodded and walked out of the room as she couldn't believe that still at the age of 40, Smith isn't married. She got into the elevator with so many thoughts on her mind, so many things are taking a huge turn in her life. First, is her mum's marriage and the realization that she will have new step brothers and now, this Cynthia of a girl who thinks that she is Miss Universe, no way will she allow an intruder to come out from nowhere and take what belongs to her. Right now, she might decide to spend only a week in the United States and come back here to London just to avoid Cynthia from taking what belongs to her.
Prisca walked out of the building and boarded a cab which took her home.
Seated inside the car, her phone rings. Prisca dipped her hand into her bag, brought out her phone and was surprised to see her mum calling.
"Good day mum" she said in the best voice that she can so that her mum won't notice how upset she is.
"Prisca my love, how are you doing? I am so sorry not to have called you since morning, I have been so busy with the wedding arrangements" Evelyn said to her daughter.
With rolled eyes, Prisca could feel the excitement from her mum's voice. Honestly, she is happy for her mum but everything just seems too sudden for her.
"It's fine mum, I am on my way home from a shoot"
"Oh my dear, you never told me you will be going for a shoot today" Evelyn paused but continued with her words immediately, "Well, I called to let you know that you need to board the next flight to California this instact".
Shocked, Prisca's eyes broadened, "Mum!" She let out, "You said the wedding is in the next two days, why do you want me to leave London tonight?" she glanced at her wristwatch, "This is just 12:07 pm, I haven't even arranged my luggage". She sat stunned to the core.
"I am so sorry sweetheart, the wedding has to be conducted as soon as possible so I and Nolan decide to have it tomorrow. Tonight is the wedding eve so we will be busy with friends. You don't have to worry about anything. A car will be made available to pick you up at the airport as soon as your plane lands. All I want is for you to leave London now and come home, I want my own daughter to witness my marriage".
Prisca Let out a loud sigh, she couldn't believe it, this is something she doesn't expect at all. "Alright mum, once I get home, I will arrange my luggage and leave for California now".
"Good girl, I can't wait to see you because I have missed you so much. You might not be able to see me tonight, once you get to the house, the maid will take you to your room. You don't have to stress yourself about anything because all have been made available for you" Evelyn said with happiness overflowing from her.
"Alright mum, I will leave soon" Prisca responded and hung up,her fingers slowly rubbing her forehead as she couldn't believe what just happened.