It had been days since she removed her cast permanently and it was a great relief to her. She only needs to rub the scar-fading cream on the wound, it won’t fade permanently but at least it would be better than using nothing.
Alejandro had not been home since that day and it didn’t bother her a bit because she loved the freedom she got when he wasn’t home.
And now he was back yesterday, she mentally rolled her eyes and to make it worse he was organizing a friendly dinner with one of the underworld Lords this evening.
She stared at the dress she was supposed to wear to serve them and a hiss left her mouth, when did she become a maid in his house that he could send around when he already had tons of them? He just loved showing her that he could do what he liked with her and she hated that.
The cracking of her door made her drop the black dress to the bed and stand up knowing who was coming in, a sharp exhale escaped from her when she sighted him.
“My lord.” She greeted him with a small bow and he gave a curt nod like always. Well, she hated that gesture.
“Jasira,” He called striding closer to her and her breath hitched. She could smell his intoxicating scent from afar and now that he was an inch away from her, his scent was messing up with her head.
He pulled a strand of hair that was covering her forehead which made Jasira shiver under his touch.
“Don’t __” He trailed off as he patted her hair. The tiny gesture was making her heart palpitate loudly in her chest__”Pack your hair up, let it fall to your back.” He said with a hint of warning in his voice.
“Okay.” She replied simply with a breathy voice, her shoulder became tensed when Alejandro glanced into her eyes before his eyes dropped to her lips for a second.
She suddenly felt them dried and hot that she brought out her tongue and licked a side of her lower lips.
Alejandro snapped his eyes closed before opening them and moved back.
He stared at her for a beat before turning back and walking out without sparing her another glance.
Jasira released a heavy breath immediately the door closed behind him. She slammed her palm against her forehead and felt the temperature increase and slumped on her bed.
She rubbed her thumbs together feeling goosebumps all over her skin. Alejandro was making her feel uneasy without knowing especially when he glanced at her lips like he wanted to kiss them. She’d wished he’d kissed her but that was never happening.
She exhaled before she picked up her phone from the bed to check the time. 6:30 pm and the dinner was scheduled for 7:00 pm. She dropped her cell phone to get ready.
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“You looked beautiful.” Amy complimented her as she walked into the kitchen.
“And you are here on time.” She added and Jasira faked a smile at her last sentence, she hated being here.
“Thank you.” She replied to the compliment with a small blush on her cheeks before walking up to her. She was clad in an all-black-stoned dress that stopped at mid-thigh. A very beautiful deep v-neck gown that showed much of her cleavage than covering them. She didn’t know why Alejandro enjoyed buying her revealing clothes.
Her eyes moved to Amy who was wearing her maid uniform. This time she wished she was also a maid who wouldn’t have to wear these stupid revealing clothes.
She didn’t know why she was conscious of her dress when the one she wore to the club was more revealing than this maybe because there would be another lord with him.
She got goosebumps all over her body thinking about that.
“Jasira,” Amy called which made her snap out of her thoughts and walk to her.
“They’re already seated at the dining, can you help with the trolley?”
“Of course.” She beamed even when her heart was pounding loudly in her chest. She grabbed the trolley handle that was filled with a covered golden plate.
She pushed it after her gently making sure she didn’t miss a step with the stilettos heels she wore.
After taking a turn, they eventually got to the dining room and a low gasp left Jasira’s mouth at the structure.
A long, rectangular table in the middle of the room, made of glossy white marble. The table was flanked by matching white chairs, with sleek, minimalist designs that don’t detract from the elegant simplicity of the space. The chairs are made of plush white fabric, adding a touch of comfort and coziness to the crisp, clean aesthetic. The whole place would have been peaceful and calming if these cold-looking lords were not seated here.
Her eyes moved to Alejandro who sat across the man. He was wearing a simple champagne double-breasted suit. The first time, she saw him in colors and not the usual black, grey, and white he’d worn. His hair was beautifully styled. Her eyes moved to the glistering watch on his wrist with his pinkie ring he never removed.
She pushed the trolley closer to them and felt four eyes on her. One she knew belonged to her lord and the other to the mysterious man.
She took a short glance at him and shivered at his piercing brown eyes. He was wearing a blue* When she was done placing everything on the table she moved away from them quickly and went to stand where Amy was standing.
She could breathe normally now when she was out of their sight. Looking at the man again, he looked a bit older than Alejandro but he was still handsome.
“Jasira,” She jerked up at the cold voice.
“My lord,” She answered rushing to them.
“Yes, my lord.” She answered again as she stood beside Alejandro.
“Pass me the salt.” He said simply and Jasira gasped lowly. The salt was very close yet he sent for her.
She bit hard on her cheeks and nodded, grabbed the salt beside him, and passed it to him.
She was about to go back to where she was when he called her back.
“Stand there.” He ordered and she breathed heavily. If only she could smack a glass on his head but she didn’t want to die now.
Instead, she pasted a forced smile on her face and said with courtesy “Okay, my lord.” She rolled her eyes before standing at the edge of the chairs.
They ate slowly after that before Alejandro sent for her again.
“Pass the water.” This time around, she didn’t know when she gasped loudly.
The water was literally before him. Alejandro sent her cold glare and she rolled her eyes without his knowledge. He was punishing her on purpose. How childish is he? She placed the water in his hand. She shivered when his hand brushed passed her.
Gosh, how can her body react to this alone? She quickly moved away from him and went to stand alone.
“She is beautiful, who is she?” The unfamiliar voice spoke up. His voice was surprisedly in between. Not cold or gentle but still, it gave her goosebumps.
“No one, Carlos,” Alejandro answered not sparing her a glance.
The answer cut deep into her heart. Sometimes it hurts when you hear the truth.
“What can she do?” Carlos asked as he stared at Jasira. His eyes fixed on her open cleavage.
“She is useless, Carlos. Leave her.” This hurt more than his first reply. “Bastard,” she cursed under her breath as she glowed with fury.
There was a short laugh from Carlos which made Jasira glance at him. Their eyes locked and she quickly tore her gaze away.
“Never heard you say that, Alejandro.”
“You don’t tell me you’re monitoring my speech now.”
Carlos laughed again at his sarcastic rude reply.
“What if I said I want her.”