SKYLAR

She stared at her reflection in the mirror. The red dress did give her away, it fit her perfectly well. " miss, you haven't paid me yet" the cab driver said from behind. Just behind her mirror serving car.." am sorry" she approached the taxi and handed him his money. She was so preoccupied that she almost forgot to pay for the cab.

She wore a red gown with the length of the ground. Her hair was nicely tied together to give her face away. She stared at her phone and it seemed she was right on time. The only thing she prayed for was to return home safely.

Anthony her stepfather is full of surprises. He can change his mind and finish her off right there. But giving it a good thought, she came to understand that the man needed her for one of his despicable acts. She wondered what that need was for.

" I hope he won't ask me to go kill someone" she muttered still standing by the black car which was providing her with a good view of herself.

There is no way he would ask for a decent favor. She sighed, "I think the worst is yet to come" She arranged her hair nicely and traced her steps in the hotel hall.

Just then the glass of the black car lowered and a handsome young man came to view. He stared at the back of the walking Skylar. She is no doubt a beauty but she is a lousy thinker. Does she have no mirror in her house?

"boss, the guest has all arrived and madam is waiting for her arrival" a young man reported, interrupting his thought. There was still a frown on his face gazing at Skylar's departed route. He nodded to the man.

Skylar on the other hand, stood staring at the beautiful hall filled with classic people. She was once part of this classic group but life took a turn on her path after her mother was coldly murdered by the man she took a union oath with.

The hall was decorated to kill the eyes. And the people were drinking and chatting with each other. No doubt some of them were discussing business.

"Where do I go from here?" she murmured looking all lost. She couldn't help but keep thinking about why he asked her to come to such a place. The gathering doesn't seem like an ordinary one. if her mind is functioning well then this is not just a party but an engagement ceremony. Looking at the colors of the decor, every good designer will be able to tell the happening event.

It's crazy! why would Anthony ask her to meet him in such a place" Is he getting married?" she frowned. It has been two years since her mom died, and he is getting over it already. What did she expect? that he would mourn for her after he killed her himself.

' such an unlucky woman digging her own grave. she thought with a chuckle. " why would he even get married when he would end up eating her flash" she hummed under her breath.

it is like she has overdressed because given her dress a look and that of the people around. She was about to curse when a voice broke in" Princess" she sighed. She took in a deep breath to act normal, she couldn't continue letting him intimidate her. There is a lot of evil in the world, Life is more challenging and terrifying than he is. How can she live life if she continues like this?

" you look, beautiful Princess" he complimented her with a smirk on his face. She turned slowly and gradually to meet his gaze.

Skylar held her fist beside her, she wished she could slap that smile off his face. Like seriously Skylar, she rolled her eyes. Does horsemen seem to be tired of functioning if not then why would it come up with such a nasty thought?

She needs to lock her brain up or else she won't leave this gathering alive. Her stupid brain will land her in trouble. "I hope I didn't keep you waiting?" he smiled again at her. What can she say apart from nodding her head. 'as if I need his company' she scoffed silently.

He is the one who warned her not to keep him waiting not as if she wanted to be there in the first place.

" mind to have a drink?" he handed her a glass of wine which she consciously grabbed. she needed it, not like dying of poison was much worse than in his hands.

She followed him to one of the tables. " feel comfortable" he said as if she came of her own will. She nodded like a good girl. She couldn't wait to see what all this invitation was about.

Logging into one space with him is not something she would get used to. That was in the past when she would sit at the same table to have breakfast and eat dinner.

" miss.." a voice smashed out of her thought. She raised her chin and there was a waiter with a tray, she hurriedly moved her hand from the table.

He placed the tray of food on the table and gave them a light bow before walking away" I hope you like it" he smiled. Is this an eating buffer or something? Did he bring her out to such an event just to present to her, her favorite food? " just relax, you will know soon" he saw through her mind. He knew she wouldn't dare to ask him what was in her mind nor make him angry by disobeying him. He smiled cheerfully at her. This is the beginning of his plan.

It's a shame her stomach wants the food. She nodded and dived into the food. As they say, patience mountain.

What can she do even if she doesn't want to wait? This psycho man is getting on her nerves. He asked her to meet him just to remember her, her favorite dish. She couldn't believe what she was seeing. So this fancy dress was all for her favorite food to stain it.

Here she was praying so hard for God to save this unlucky woman whom she thought was going to engage with this awful being sitting beside her in a blue suit as if trying to impress her. Why on earth would he wear a blue suit? Blue is her favorite color and looking around, most of the young women were in a blue gown, and a few of the men were also in blue suits.

What the hell is happening? The deco in the hall was blue and white. Waiters and waitresses were moving here and there serving food.

Is it that her brain is lacking something or the event is missing out? Which kind of event serves food before the ceremony begins?" I hope you enjoy your meal" he smiled again at her.

She forgot how to breathe for a second and hemmed a frustrating sigh. She didn't know whether to hope for the worse or the good, I mean he wouldn't bring her to a place like this if he wanted to kill her." don't worry Princess, you will know soon enough"

Suddenly the hall turned dead quiet. The young women started looking at the doorway in a flirty manner, others whispering to each other. The curious cat, Skylar shoved her gaze from the plate before her to where everyone's attention was.

The handsome man who stole the limelight in the room was strolling toward them in a fine black suit. She couldn't help but stare at him. As they say, good looks sell, he was in a perfect sharp. His long jaw was damn great! his rock face was the actual deal, it was totally on point. His dark gaze met hers but instead, they stared at each other until he was finally standing an inch away from her seat " I think Mr. Willy has met my daughter already" Anthony's voice broke their staring moment. He smiled teasingly.

Anthony smiled, he didn't know his stepdaughter would take a liking to Damon. it's no news, he is the crush of thousands of women. " Mr. Willy, this is my Princess, Skylar" he introduced" Can we start the ceremony?" Damon held out a hand for Skylar to grab. What he doesn't have is time.

She stared questionably at him, she was confused. What ceremony needs her attention? She glared at her stepfather who didn't seem surprised at all instead he nodded to her.

The moment she dropped her tiny hand in his, she felt the skin shock. Her heart started fast. She stared at Damon's rock-like face before lifting her ass.