I QUICKLY finished the meal and said goodbye to my father. I went straight to Cindy’s boutique, even though I was nervous, my decision to refuse the offer was completely.
“Are you really sure about this?” Her question crept up on me, obviously she’s disappointed with my decision.
“Yes, I was sent back to work by my boss. I’m sorry for the inconvenience I’d caused,” I said shyly.
“Is it about Rexon?” She leaned back in her swivel chair and looked at me.
I quickly bowed and could not answer.
“Maybe I can ask him. After all, Carick and I are his friends. You can work here as a part-timer?” She convinced me.
My face lit up at what she said.
“My boutique is always open in case you change your mind.” She gave me a handshake that I reluctantly reached for. She also gave me his contact number in case I had any questions.
After I talked to Miss. Cindy and I went straight to Rexon’s condo unit. I have a lot to discuss with him today.
“I’m sorry ma’am, but Mr. Del’torre hasn’t come to his unit yet.” The woman at the front desk said politely to me.
“Is that so? All right, thanks.” I smiled at her after going straight out of the building.
I’m sure he’s still in the mansion today. I took my cellphone out from my bag and try call him but I hadn’t yets slid my finger my cellphone rang and I answered immediately.
“Hello?” My voice was nervous when I spoke.
“Where are you?” His voice was obviously hoarse as he spoke. My forehead furrowed because it was noisy in the background.
“N-here in your condo…” I said shyly. I don’t want him to think that I’m fencing him off again even though we haven’t been able to talk properly.
“I just want to discuss something with you.” I said promptly.
“Alright, I’ll be there in a minute.” After that he turned off the call.
Curiously I chose to sit first in the plant box near the sidewalk. I was also watching the cars enter the building, when I was awakened by a motor coming…
I immediately stood up when he stopped right in front of me. My knees seemed to weaken from standing up since he turned to me.
He is wearing his black leather jacket and jeans pants. So is its black helmet. His features molded from granites, I never seen a man with those features but I knew without a doubt that he was Rexon.
“Hop in!” He commands me.
I swallowed one after another and gripped the hem of my dress tightly.
“Are you going to stand there and watch me forever?” He woke me up in my silence.
“No! I-i mean,” I shook my head and glanced down at my dress.
“It’s okay, just sit like a girl! Come on!” And he giggled like a kid. He obviously enjoy seeing my reaction.
I could not speak because he had already turned off the engine and gently took off the helmet he was wearing. My jaw dropped for a moment. I knew he was so handsome, but the smile he wore today was totally stunning.
“S-alright,” I concede, not because I want to, but because I had no choice.
I started to step closer to him and I was very upset when he put the helmet he was holding on me.
“Wear this for your safety,” he said after patting the trunk of the helmet I was wearing. My cheek turns red because of what he did. lt’s a good thing I’m wearing the helmet otherwise he might seen my redness face.
Eventually I found myself back riding him. I really felt uncomfortably sitting behind him. I don’t know how long our trip will last and I don’t think I stand this emotion because were so close to each other.
I know how deeply the colors seem to penetrate, like his manly scent thatbiting my nose.
“You might fall if you just hold on like that!” I was stunned when he spoke, but what I was most surprised about was when he grabbed my hand to hug him.
“There, better,” he said.
I cleared my throat before arranging to sit up and then move a little further away from him.
Maybe I won’t fall if I go a little farther? I didn’t even pay attention to his grin at what I did.
I just straightened my back when his motor stopped in front of the hospital.
“What are we doing here?” I wonder the question.
“Lara is giving birth,” he says.
It’s been a week since Rexon and I last met at the hospital after giving birth of Lara. Rexon canceled all his commitments, even his out of town shows just to be with his sister-in-law.
I haven’t heard about him so I can’t decide if will I accept Cindy’s offer. But I don’t want to miss the opportunity so I woke up early today and go the boutique.
“Here’s your contract. If you agree to all my terms and condition then sign it.” She smile at me.
I read the contract. They promised a two year of contract. The details of those two years are indefinite because I am only a part timer.
“Your salary will depends on what project this company will offer to you. And because you will start as my top model for my clothing line. The first salary you can receive may reach 50 to 100 thousands a month.
This is your first step on stage. It also depends on the event I’m going to open, but I will give bonuses to my models,” she added.
My lips parted as I listened to what he was saying. I never thought I could pay him this much.
“Plus! If you are hired as an endorser by another company, you have a better chance to double your income, especially if the photo shoots and events are out of the country. I am also very hands on with my staffs so you don’t have to worry. we will fly abroad.”
“About Mr. Del’torre, I already mentioned to him the job I’m offering to you and guess what? He agreed, it’s not clear yet because he seems to be having second thoughts, but since I already mention it to him we can start any moment now.” She smile widely at me.
I was devastated to hear it from Rexon. I can’t imagine that Rexon just agreed without even confronting me?
“There’s nothing to worry about, Cherry. I know Rex is one of those who will support you by any chance.” I knew she was encouraging me so in the end I no doubt signed the contract.
“Welcome to Cindy’s True Fashion!” she gave me a hand shake that I handed her with a smile.
“Thank you Miss Fajardo!” I answer.
“Drop the formalities, just call me Cindy.”
I just nodded shyly.
“So let us start?”
“Yes?” I wondered as I answer.
She got up from his swivel chair and pulled on his coat.
“Let’s start with your make over!”