Play Nice

Standing on the porch I turn around and face him, you really don't have to do this I'm not sure what's going on in there. I'm sure you have plenty of other important things to take too, although the offer was nice it's not caused for. I hit the steps thinking I'm leaving him behind, but within just a few steps he is right by my side. Well since im not so busy I think it will be fine to accompany you.

I walk steadily ahead not really having anywhere to go. My phone rings and it's Christine sighing I kick up a rock and answer my phone as he trails me silently, quiet and observing.  I fill his eyes watching me without even looking over at him. Yes, I answer with no emotion. I hope you're behaving yourself and not misleading our young Javier, I peek over at him. I'm behaving well enough, don't sound so bland we are family after all. I pull the phone from my ear and check the screen and place the phone back to my ear. I won't bring you or your family shame, have no worries.

Well good now “play nice” hanging up I sigh. Is something wrong the strong  voice asked from beside me. No I've been instructed to leave a good impression. I stop not knowing what propelled me to say that. Sorry, it seems my brain-to-mouth, filter isn't working today. Is there something you need from me? I turn and face him fully. Do you want to know more about them? I wasn't acquiring about them it was you who have piqued my interest. I take a step back and then turn again and continue my trail me? What could you possibly want with me.

I'm, I'm no one I stutter looking away from his gaze. He pulls my chin to face him, with his warm hand and our eyes meet again. Why would you say such a thing, you are someone very special? Yeah you have no clue do you. Do you know who I am I ask surprised by the strength I find in my voice. I know exactly who you are his voice just as vigorous, the question is do you really seek to find such answers he smiles as he passes me in a smooth and suave way.

What do you mean by that I snap?  “Woo” he throws his hands up taking a step back and I instantly regret the way I'm behaving. I snap my eyes close and count backwards from ten. I'm sorry, I'm not sure what's gotten into me lately, I seem to be coming down with something I lie and he glares.Maybe I should just head home. He grabs my wrist  as I start to walk away, can I see you again maybe in a different surrounding one with dinner maybe.

Sure yeah fine I say shrugging his arm away not trusting myself with the sparks that's lightning up my skin. I notice we're not that far from the house when a car approaches and a beautiful Latino woman steps from the car Mr. Rodriguez she calls and my heart stills as my eyes flutter from him to her. His eyes never leaving me. So that was a yes! He ask smiling and my eyes travel from his lips to his eyes, his eyes telling me to trust him but my wolf still against it. Yeah it's a date just let me know where. 

Would you like me to walk you back home his smooth voice asks. No, no I rush out needing some distance between us. It's  fine I rush out, he nods and finally looks at little miss pretty she's a wolf and I don't like the way she holds his gaze my wolf immediately stirring at the sight of her.  He starts a conversation with little miss pretty  and I walk off not caring to hear there conversation. I will see you soon Annette He calls and I thro my hand up and wave him off.

Why have you returned so suddenly Christine barks from the living room. Something came up and he had to leave quickly, might I ask what's going on with him? It's nothing he was paying you a visit that's all. Well, he says he will be back, not sure when but he promises soon. Great she smiles looking at her husband clasping her hands in front of her. I look at Chrissy who looks utterly disgusted by the act displayed in front of her and Rick looking lost.

I'm going to eat is there anaythimg left I ask, already knowing the answer. No, after we feed our guest we ate and I throw out the rest. I walked into the kitchen finding not much there so I place a saucer  pan on the stove and heated the water read to enjoy  trusty ol ramen noodles.

My often go to meal for when it's not enough food to be spared. I sit and wait quietly not disturbing there usual for a Saturday morning and I eat my food in silence when I'm done I clean out my pan and bowl with my cup and silver ware designed just for me. I had never had a boyfriend before I never thought I was cute enough to approach the guys. So what does this billionaire want with me. I go upstairs and stare at my ceilings.

I have no friends and Rick is busy so it's just a typical Saturday for me I sit quietly in my room going over home work and looking through the adds for a job. The quicker I gain employment the sooner I can be on my own. I circle a few that catch's my attention and type up my resume sealing them in envelopes. Glad school is  ending in just a few days. After I'm done I find my clothes for the week which isn't to hard I have about twelve outfits that I rotaate accordingly not liking the ugly hand me downs Chrissy tries to gift me.

A message pings through on my phone and I take a peak, it's an unknown number but from the way the message stirs me I know immediately who it from. I sit up wrapping my legs Indian style as I answer his message.

Unknown number- good evening

Annette- good evening!

Unknown number- would you be up for a quick dinner with me this evening seems my plans have fail through.

I look look at the time on my phone, it's actually kinda late and I'm not sure my foster parents will let me out.

Unknown caller- Is that the only reason you would refuse?

He types and it's short  I immediately sense a change in his response. I quickly type. 

Annette- yes that would be a major reason.

Unknown number- if that's it I will see you in thirty minutes, is that enough time to for you to get ready.

Annette- It's plenty of time not sure what I should wear though, is casual ok? I don't really have anything fancy. 

Unknown number- you will need something more dressy don't worry I will see you in an hour someone will be there with something for you to wear.

Annette- No you don't have to do that, I will see if I can borrow a dress for.Chrissy.

Unknown number- that girl has no taste! Someone will arrive shortly I will see you soon.

Annette- Ok! See you soon.

I rise from my bed and grab a quick shower. At least twenty minutes has gone by when a soft thump sounds at my door inside having dressed in sweats and a t-shirt. There someone here for you sis Rick calls to me and she will only speak to you he says as he finishes. I open the door and walk down stairs to  the door where Christine and Chrissy are standing off to the side Ms.Dukes I presume, and Christines eyes glance toward me. Yes that's me I anwer tsking in the woman befor me, great lead the way she says as four man with bags full of lavish things enter. I lead them to my room door when Christine comes rushing forward silly girl take them to the guest room there's no way all those things will fit inside your room.

The unknown woman before me glares at her. Why are you stopping us from entering Ms. Dukes room I have to get her ready in the next twenty minutes or it will be trouble. Christine clears her throat her eyes a little frightful no you misunderstand, you can continue in here and she leads us to a guest room which I was told never to step foot in. It's humungous in here, it's twice the size of my little room no wonder she wanted to keep me out compared to this I was in a closet.

She looks at the four men behind me, you guys can wait outside she says dismissing them. Thanks for your help I shout but they just continue leaving. As they all take their leave I look at Christine and she speaks up. You too I'm sure we can manage she looks to me a little frowning. If you need me I will be right outside the door Christine mumbles upset but not howing it. I nod and the door closes. I'm sorry I missed your name looking at her squarely, I already noticed her from earlier. Just not catching her name, sorry about she extends her hand. 

Hi I'm Eunique Jones, Mr. Rodriguez's personal secretary. He sends these things in hope that you will find something suitable to accompany him tonight. We hope that things fit but if not don't worry I've come prepared for all things. Let's start with your hair I'm sure with the things he's chosen getting dressed won't be a problem I take a seat in the chair and she releases the ponytail holder from my hair.

In ten minutes my hair is curled and my make up is placed nothing heavy a little eyeliner lip shimmer and maybe some lashes cause she said it completes the look applying my black matte lipstick I search for a dress to wear there are tons of boxes here but I love the first one I open a forest green bodycon dress that gig my body tightly. I'm not sure how he did it but he guessed my size perfectly.

Five minutes until he is do to arrive. I turn to her and she has a surprised look on her face. My goodness, your beautiful she sighs looking at me from head to toe. I haven't looked in the mirror yet but her response makes me move quickly to the wall mirror. The reflection seen before me is breathtaking. I look nothing like the girl he seen earlier today dressed in jeans an a t-shirt. It's funny how clothes can clean you up and make you look worthy  I groan to myself.

What does he want from me I look at the ground waiting for a response. I'm not sure why, but you have captured his interest and not many people can do that. I look up and meet her gaze again not detecting a lie which is good. He is here she announces go and greet him I will be down in a moment. You should also know there is a box from cartier in there and he would like for you to wear it. Thank you for your help this evening looking myself up and down. Thanks for helping make me into this I point at myself and she smiles it's been a pleasure and for the record you weren't too bad to start with.

Once the door closes behind her I search the bags until I find the red velvet bag with two boxes inside one a necklace the other a bracelet both diamond-studded and on them sits a single wolf and its beautiful. I look close enough I can see that the wolf has to green emralds for eyes that shine bright. I place the items on and look back into the mirror, who are you, an what have you done with Annette I ask looking at the goddess in the mirror. This is what a little money can do for you but can it fix the whole in my heart. I study my breaths spray on some channel compliments of Javier also and make my way to the front room.

I walk to the top of the stairs and steady my breath as I start to descend, coming down I catch the eyes of the men who carried the bags upstairs for me. They all watch mesmerized and it gives this girl a confident feeling. By the time I hit mid stairs his figure comes into view glancing at what has his men in a trance. He sees me and from his look, my mouth instantly goes dry. He is dressed in an all black tuxedo with matching shoes and dress shirt. It's tailored to fit him so I can see his taunt muscles and strong leg form.

An animalistic growl rips through the air and the man scram as he quickly returns his eyes back to me.  Beautiful, he whispers as my foot hit the last step. Approaching me he offers his hand and I gladly accept. he pulls me into the living room and I hear a glass clamor to the ground looking up I see Christine has dropped her teacup and appearing to be in shock. The smile that's on my face spreads wider. Javier pulls me into his side and announces we will be back around 1:30 or 2:00 and if it's later I will phone you. With that I take my leave, leaving not only my step mother in shock but the entire family. Ready for a night to remember he growls into my ear and my stomach ties in knots as I respond sounding needy and unlike myself I answer him"Yes".