I arrived in the office just in time. Stella's waiting for me and I handed her my portfolio.
"Oh Kate, my brother's calling everyone for a meeting. I think he wants to see all the designs."
Well...fair enough. Mr. Playboy is here.
"Good morning, everyone. Meet me in the conference in five minutes. Bring all your designs."
I fixed my things and got ready.
Stella, Bianca, Jaime, and I entered the conference room together. I sat between Bianca and Stella. We all waited for Mr. Collins to enter.
"Ok. Let's start. Bianca, your designs." She handed her portfolio and waited nervously.
Stella's POV Two weeks later.... I've been so busy with the preparations for the fashion show. I called the caterer, the DJs, and the deco committee. I've been arranging the place. Marc says we should do it at Crightons Hotels. It's our family friend's hotel. He says the function rooms there are quite big. They called me an hour ago to confirm. And they're schedule is clear. We got the slot. I'm just waiting for the caterer, DJs, and the deco team. They're still checking their schedules. "Stella, I brought you some bagels and a cup of coffee." I heard Kate say while setting the food on the other side of my desk. "Thank you, Kate. Really kind of you." I smiled at her sincerely.
Kate's POV Mid afternoon... It's been three weeks and I'm stressed. The fashion show is just two weeks away. I'm not complaining if that's what you think. I like my job. I'm just tired from thinking of new designs. Stella and I were barely talking. I think almost all the employees. I haven't seen Mr. Collins' girlfriend for a while. I don't know if he's finding a new one or he's just busy. Just at that thought I remembered that Stella told him to make me fall for him. Uh-uh. I'm not gonna fall for him. I repeated that in my mind. "Kate!" Ugh. Speaking of the devil. I turned around to see Mr. Arrogant.
Kate's POVI'm currently in my room, laughing. I can't stop laughing at Marc's antics from a few weeks back. I'm having a good time with him. Actually, I don't believe I am. As I previously stated, I do not believe in love. So what's the point of kissing me?I made the decision to contact Stella.Me: Hi Stella!I waited, and she responded in a matter of seconds.Stella: Hey! How are you?Me: I'm fine.Stella: So, wat did my bro ask u?Me: he asked me out…Stella: omg...it's his 1st move..so how was it?Me: well..it's ok. That's not the good part actuallyStella: something happened between u two?!?!?
Kate's POVShe responded to my message within seconds. I can't believe the fashion show is taking place the next day. Time really does fly by at breakneck speed. While Bianca is preparing an alibi for Marc, Stella, Jaime, and I went out to get some snacks for ourselves. We were unable to obtain permission for the three of us. We went to a nearby coffee shop and bought cookies, muffins, and cups of coffee right then and there.Stella was a bundle of nerves. Actually, we're all a little stressed out. I'm looking forward to tomorrow. No, I haven't seen the gown Stella designed for the event. I'm curious as to what it looks like. Since the incident, I've avoided exposing a lot of my body to the public. We were in the elevator, and I was feeling a little anxious. I advised Stella that leaving the office during working hours was not a good idea. It isn't even our lunch break.We entered the o
Kate's POVThis is it! Today's the fashion show! I'm so excited! I can't believe it. I'm just new here and then I'm already the designer for this fashion show. Here I am in the dressing room, preparing myself for the show. I wore my green gown and silver stilettos. I was about to put makeup on when someone knocked. "Kate!" Stella shouted. Behind her were Carla and Bianca, smiling and giggling. I put down the make up and stood up. "Woah..." All of them said, gazing at my whole body. I cleared my throat to snap them out and smiled."Kate...you look amazingly beautiful. Men will definitely drool over you." Bianca said."What are you guys doing here?""We're here to see you if you're done. Looks like you need help." Stella said.
I woke up with a start. I was sweating and my eyes were wet from the tears. Omg....this is the first time I had a nightmare."'You seriously thought he loved you?' Isabel said. 'We made a deal. If you fell for him, he should break up with you and date me in return for giving him money for saving their family's company.'"That day haunted me. I cried as I remembered that day. I remembered the pain in my heart. And then I realized that it's useless to cry over that. It's in the past now. I stood up and washed my face. I stripped naked and was about to take a shower when the doorbell rang.Who could this be? It's weekend. Josh? Nah. Wonder who.I wrapped myself in a towel and walked to the door. I ope
Marc's POVKate's birthday is already in three days. What am I going to do? I've been thinking this over and over in the office. Lightbulb! I'll bring her around New York and take her sightseeing. I'll bring her to the best restaurants in the city. I'll take her to Times Square and let her see how fun and loud New York is. Or I'll take her to my yacht and sail with her. But where? Or I could go with her to Central Park, Metropolitan Museum of Art."Carla, clear all my schedules this Friday." I said through the phone."May I know the reason, sir?""I have to run some errands. And please call Stella for me."
Kate's POVI was walking back to my apartment when I ran into someone. He was tall, and his copper brown hair was a nice touch. He had a familiar appearance."I'm sorry, miss." His voice reminds me of someone I know. And then it dawned on me: it was Jason. My childhood friend."Jason?" He looked up and looked at me with wide eyes."Kate? Is that you?" I giggled and nodded."Oh my goodness! It's been years since we last spoke! How are you doing?""Jason, I'm perfectly fine. It's been a long time. It's a pleasant surprise to see you here. Are you a part-time employee here?""Yes, I work at the hardware store that is just around the corner from where you are. You?""I'm employed by Collins Designs."