7
Emeliano's pov
Week 2
"A ring?"
Diego's voice was laced with surprise, he also sounded shocked too. Of course he was shocked. What I was saying right now, was enough to make anyone who ever knew me... Shocked.
"Yeah man, I know Rebecca wouldn't want to go out of the house, and I need to know the kind of ring she likes... Last night, I measured her finger, while she was sleeping... All I need to know now is what kind she'd prefer... You were- are, like her best friend so... You should know."
Diego's brows were raised high as he continued to stare at me. "Let me get this straight... You, Emeliano... Wants to go... Buy a ring... For Rebecca... Because..."
"I love her, and I want to marry her." I said it with a tone that screamed. Obviously!
"Whoa... Whoa, whoa... How did this happen? Did she cast a spell on you or something?"
"Diego, be serious." I said in a bored tone, relaxing back on my office chair... I had completed all the work for today, so as to leave early to get the ring for the proposal.
"I'm being serious. It's just... What? I mean... What?"
"Why are you acting like it was never bound to happen?" I asked.
"Cause it was never bound to happen. You said it yourself. You wouldn't be attached with that family... Rebecca is a Lewis... I know Rebecca isn't like any of them... Same goes for April... But- she's still a Lewis, and as long as there's a Rebecca in your life, there's bound to be a Rafael, coupled with some Camilla, extra seasoned with a little bit of Marcos."
I rolled my eyes. "I'm marrying Rebecca, not her family."
"Marry the girl, marry the family... Ever heard of that?"
"No." I said, giving him a blank look. "Cause you just made it up."
"Exactly." Diego said. "Are you sure you wanna do this? This is like a big step in your life."
"I want to do it... I want to marry Rebecca. As soon as possible."
"Why so sudden?"
"I feel like it's the right thing to do... It is the right thing to do. I love Rebecca, she loves me... We adore each other. She's the kind of girl who loves to have it all, a family... Kids, happiness... I want to be the guy to give her that."
Diego smiled. "Nothing too flashy."
I furrowed my brows. "What?"
"She wouldn't like a ring that's too flashy, something simple and Sweet. Just like her." Diego said.
"Thanks man, you're the best."
"Man."
"What?"
"I'm the best man, like- I'm going to be your best man." Diego grinned.
"Of course."
"So, you heard from Marcos lately?" Diego asked.
"Why are you trying to ruin my mood?"
"I'm not... I'm just asking, don't you feel like it's weird, they all just went silent... Marcos, Camilla."
"Can we not talk about my enemies right now. I'm trying to think of my future not my past."
"Okay okay." Diego muttered, raising his hands up in surrender.
I was about to speak again but the door to my office pulled open, revealing Piper.
"There was an invitation for you... It's pretty important." Piper said, handing me the invitation card before moving to seat beside Diego.
"Invitation for what?"
"Some party? It's like a business party thing, organized by a very wealthy lawyer... I think his name was Mason Black. check the card." Piper replied.
Mason Black? Here in Orlando?
I opened the invitation, allowing my eyes to scan through the content.. it looked like a pretty big deal. But I was pretty sure I knew who this Mason was- I'm pretty sure he was the same Mason from Rebecca's past.. he was a lawyer too... His last name was Black.
But what could he be doing here?
"The party's today." I stated.
"Yes... I arranged a suit for you so you wouldn't have to go back home."
I sighed. "I have plans already."
"It's important Emeliano... So many business men are going to be there... And they'd also look forward to seeing you there. And don't forget, you were specifically invited. You can't dishonour that."
"Great. Let me give Rebecca a call... I want her to know that I'd be home late."
"Sure, we'll be outside." Diego said, pulling Piper to her feet as they made their way out of my office.
I dialed Rebecca's number, it rang on and on, but she didn't pick up... I tried it three more times... The same thing.
That's odd, she always answers.
I tried again. same result.
Sighing, I dropped in a text, telling her that I'd be home late, but skipped the part about Mason Black.
_________
The hall was the definition of wealth... The designs and table wears were extraordinary... It was filled with well sophisticated men and women from all around the world, talking business and making deals.
I had talked to some partners too... Made new allies and even closed off a few deals, Piper was right... It was a really important party.
"Mr Alfredo." I turned to the sound of the voice. Revealing to myself, the one and only Ex boyfriend to Rebecca Lewis.
"Mr Black. Wonderful party."
"Thank you. I'm highly honored to have you here, you're like one of the best business man in the world."
"One of, or only?"
Mason laughed, but all I did was stare, when he noticed I wasn't laughing along with him, he stopped, clearing his throat and smiling. "Enjoy the party."
"Will do." I simply said, watching him walk off to bother someone else.
"I never thought I'd see you here, boy."
Closing my eyes for a bit, my jaw clenched and unclenched with hatred. "Stop calling me that." I seethed lowly at Rafael.
"No need to make a scene now, boy... I taught you more than that."
"You didn't teach me anything, you asshole."
Rafael gave a crook chuckle. "Oh boy, you have no idea what's about to befall you. But I presume you'll come to know of it soon-"
The sound of an iron hitting a bottle repeatedly, to gain the attention of everyone, was heard.
"Good evening, fine ladies and gentlemen." Mason's voice was audible enough because it resounded around the speakers in the hall, the spot light was mainly on him as he spoke into the microphone.
"Just in time." Rafael whispered beside me.
Just in time for what?
"I want to appreciate everyone for coming today, it has been a pleasure meeting each and every successful millionaires and billionaires today. I also want to use this medium to introduce my fiancee to you all. She was the start of all this, my success and my life... My everything."
There was this cold silence in the air.
"Rebecca Lewis, can you please come join me on stage honey?"
My heart dropped, my world stopped. Every fucking thing stopped the applauds and cheers of appreciation were like echoes as the spot light landed on her.
On Rebecca.
She looked different, she looked sophisticated, the beautiful red Lacey gown she wore, showcased a full amount of skin, her hair was shorter, but curled stylishly and beautifully, it added much more glamour to her face. Her face was blessed with make up too, she looked different... Her beauty was more enhanced. Her bright red lips was wide with the most realest smile I've ever seen on her, as she mounted the stage into the arms of her ex boyfriend. Mason Black. They shared a quick kiss before hugging.
Her smile landed on the crowd. "Thank you all so much for coming... Like my love said... It's a great pleasure having you all here with us. Let's all wine and dine and while we're at it, make more deals and increase our heels."
The crowd cheered as the light was brought back on and the party continued.
My mind was glued on a spot, unable to comprehend what was going on.
"I told you boy, in this game... You're on the bleachers and I, I'm on the field... Winning." Rafael gave a sinister smirk as I watched him make his way to her.
To Rebecca.
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