Chapter 29 The New Her

MARINA
I eyed the red dress that had been given to me. As I touched the fabric, I felt something so I got the dress up and found a red velvet box and my mouth hanging open when I saw what's inside. It's a beautiful pair of earrings and a diamond necklace. It's a perfect match for the dress but I can't wear such jewelry like this. I am just a server and I do not deserve this kind of a thing, it cost a fortune just to look at this thing.
I took my cell phone out of the bag and immediately called Miss Mariah. I had to ask her whom it came from and whether I really needed to wear it. But I got a few calls but she still didn't answer.
"Guess I have no choice then," I muttered as I place the dress at the bed
I looked at what time it was and immediately set myself up in my chair.
"Shoot! It's already 4! I should be ready now," I muttered as I got my towel and headed to the bathroom to take a fast bath.
After I bathed I immediately dressed, I should not be late. I touch the soft silk fabric as I look at myself in the mirror. The dress hugged my body like, it was made for me. The dress was just hung below in my knee and it has a slit that can see my bare leg.
I looked at the small box, wondering if I would use it or not when my cell phone rang. I looked at the caller's ID and it was Damien. Damien is the one who takes care of me since I was alone and didn't know what to do in the first place and I am so thankful for it. He is so very kind and a very concerned guy.
He is also too good looking and a playboy here in Australia that's why every woman here dreamed him. And every time I saw him in another woman crying in front of him, I always hear coming from his mouth the word "I am a very hard man to please," I always scold him for not hurting such a woman like that but I am too very tired of saying it again and again. I wish he could already meet the woman who can change him for the better.
I opened the message and smiled.
From: Damien
Hey, sexy I heard that you're the one that would accompany the visitors in my aunt's resto. I would love to give you a ride ;)
To: Damien
Yes, I am and I am nervous right now. Thank you, I'd like too because I can't stand this dress to ride in a cab.
After I finished the message, he immediately texted me.
From Damien:
Actually, I'm here already outside.
As I read the message I quickly looked out the window and saw him standing with his car and wave at me showing his perfect smile that will melt everyone's heart.
I wave at him back and sign him to wait. I had no choice but to wear the jewelry and got my purse that could be a perfect partner to my dress and headed out. I made sure that I have locked the house before leaving.
"You look stunning with that dress, I prefer that you should wear it every day," he chuckled as he eyed me from head to toe.
My cheeks turned red and felt shy as he continued to roam his eyes on me.
"Is it too much? I can wear something else just wait-" I was cut out of words when he pulled my hands.
"You're beautiful," he said and I blush at his boyish statement.
"It's true, so let's go now before you'll be late gorgeous," he said as he opened the door of his car and I slid in.
"Thank you," I said as he closed the door.
I hope I can handle this like a piece of cake. I look at Damien who's looking at me.
"Ready?" he asked
"Yes," I answered and he started the engine.
"That's my girl," he said and we both chuckled.
***
ADAM
I didn't think the resto setting was good for us. I first took a vacation to find Marina and I am so thankful that I easily found her. We are here today with my new business partners which we will establish here in Australia.
I am so eager to see her, to see her in the dress that I bought and the jewelry. I know he doesn't like fancy things but she can't refuse it. Tonight we will see each other and I hope her feelings towards me didn't change a single bit.
I look at the time of my watch.
"She could be here any minute now," I thought silently as I looked outside and I am not mistaken, I saw a black car parked in front of the resto. And there she is, god she's so damn gorgeous and I hated myself for giving her that dress. All of my partners now have an eye on her and I want to smash their eyes to look at her. A man in a leather jacket helps her to come out of the car and Marina smiles at him. My hand formed to fist as I saw his hand hold her waist while laughing at each other, god I want to rip his face.
I should remain calm, I took a sip of the red wine and focused on the menu that we will be soon gonna order to distract myself.
"Who's that pretty young lady?" one of my partners asks as he follows Marina till she enters.
"She's damn gorgeous. I'll ask her when we were done here. I'm sure she won't decline me," my other partner confidently stated.
"Don't you find her beautiful Adam?" one of my partners asked me that I nearly stumbled at my sit, thankfully I didn't.
"We should focus on our business gentlemen," I said and they held their hands up.
"Hold your horses," he said and all of them laughed.
"Good evening gentlemen, sorry for taking so late," a beautiful woman appeared in front of us. I believe she's the owner of this fascinating restaurant.
"It's okay we were enjoying," Liam, one of my partners said and she smiled.
"I'm Mariah the owner of this humble restaurant and this is Marina, she will take care of all of you while doing your discussions. Enjoy the night gentlemen and call me if you need anything," she said and Marina took the place
I was sitting at the last corner so she will not see me directly but soon.
"Good evening and it's a pleasure to serve you all," she stated with a confident smile.
"It's our pleasure."
"May I get your order so I can already tell our chef?" she said and everyone said their order except me.
"Man, what's yours?" Lian asked me and all of their attention went to me...even her.
"Her," I said as I looked at her and she turned pale.
***
KEIRO
As far as I remembered I had already put Marco's cellphone in a ringtone and why he still hasn't answered yet. When I needed him he was gone.
"Damn that man!" I slammed my fist to the table and threw my phone.
Flashback
"Hey, dad!? Why suddenly call me here in your office?" I asked unsure where this heading off is and I should remain my self-calm for his answer.
"No hug and kisses?" my dad asked and I rolled my eyes.
"Straight to the point dad, you're making me feel nervous," I chuckled and took a seat at his couch.
"You, my boy is getting married," he seriously said that I choked my own saliva.
"w-wait what?! Married? How?"
"You were fixed," he answered shortly while looking at my eyes like it was just nothing.
"Fixed?! Oh god!! You didn't even consult me? Why are you ruining my life!" I shouted at him.
"Your mother and I already agreed on son," he said and I stormed out in the room.
I took a big gulp of beer and walked into my room. My room was all messed up as soon as I knew the news. Whomever that bitch I am going to be his husband will taste hell. I'll ruin her life 'till she regrets marrying me.