Chapter 68 Posing as a Girlfriend
With a cough to clear her throat, Susan lowered her voice to a conspiratorial whisper. "Do you have any idea who the boss behind Imperial Nightclub might be?" Her expression was enigmatic, a mystery that piqued Denise's interest instantly.The boss of the Imperial Nightclub was a figure shrouded in secrecy. To establish such an entertainment hub in this location, one would require substantial financial backing and a network of influential connections. Yet, in Vachilit, no such individual existed, or perhaps they were operating under an alias.Rumours whispered of underground casinos nestled in the basement of the Imperial Nightclub, opening their doors to patrons every night at the stroke of ten.Natalie found herself drawn into the intrigue."I've only caught a glimpse of him from a distance," Susan confessed, her mind wandering back to that moment, the vivid lights of the club painting a kaleidoscope in her memory. "He's young, handsome, and tall. I was quite far from him at the time."Her motive for being here was to bridge that distance.Denise's surprise was palpable. "The boss is young and handsome? I had always pictured the boss to be a portly middle-aged man."A blush tinted Susan's cheeks. Resting her cheek on her hand, she sighed, "I wish I could see him just once more."
"Enough daydreaming. We can't just casually meet the boss," Denise chided, playfully nudging her friend.Just then, Natalie's phone chimed with an incoming call. Rising from her seat, she excused herself, "I'll take this call, you two continue."She retreated to the relative privacy of the hallway."Bella, this weekend? I should have an afternoon free. Okay, we'll meet then," Natalie confirmed plans with Bella for the upcoming weekend before ending the call.Natalie intended to find Christina to get a fresh set of work clothes. As she stepped out of the elevator, she unexpectedly crossed paths with a familiar face."Dr. Kamel?""Natalie?" Jagger's gaze flickered over Natalie's attire, his expression devoid of surprise at her choice of employment. Everyone had the right to choose their own path. Jagger, accustomed to the harsh realities of hospital life, saw Natalie as the purest, most beautiful, and kindest girl he had ever encountered. "It's been a while."Natalie nodded in agreement. "Yes, it has, Dr. Kamel. Are you here for a gathering?""Yes, a department gathering. I didn't expect to run into you here," Jagger admitted. "How is your mother?"Rosalie had been transferred to another hospital, and Natalie hadn't visited since, so Jagger hadn't seen her in some time."My mother has already undergone a kidney transplant surgery.""Really? After the surgery, take good care of her. Kidney rejection is a possibility. Make sure she takes her medicine and gets plenty of rest. Ms. Duncan will surely recover," Jagger advised."I know, thank you, Dr. Kamel." Natalie glanced at the time and said, "Well, I won't keep you any longer. I should get back to work." With that, Natalie made to leave.Jagger watched her retreating figure and called out, "Natalie, could you help me out for a couple of hours?""How can I help?" Jagger explained, "Ms. Kroger is hosting us tonight. Our hospital colleagues are coming here to dine and sing. Ms. Kroger has been pressuring me to find a girlfriend. Could you play the part, or else she'll hound me daily."Jagger's eyes were warm, and he patiently awaited Natalie's response.For Natalie, this was not a difficult request, especially considering Jagger's great help during her time at the hospital.After a moment's hesitation, Natalie agreed, "Alright, let me change my clothes first."She was wearing a waiter's uniform, and standing before Jagger felt somewhat awkward."You look beautiful in this outfit," Jagger complimented. "It suits you well and you wear it beautifully."Natalie wasn't embarrassed, but she was concerned about making Jagger feel uncomfortable.
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