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Chapter 21
Chapter tittle: The night is still young

Continuation from the previous chapter.

"Hey, it's okay. Why don't you have a seat" Daniel offered as he walked to his.

"Okay" she said slowly, raising a brow.

They were both fully seated. Daniel leaned over, searching Genevieve's eyes so closely that it made her nervous as she continued to gaze upon her fingers.

"Am I that bad?" He inquired quietly.

"Bad?" Genevieve wrinkled her forehead, giving away her confused state.

Daniel sighed then leaned into his seat "I heard some of the employees sounding irritatingly as they spoke about me. One of them even went ahead, calling me a callous man"

Genevieve's eyes widened as she stared at him. She chewed on her lips trying to block any sound.

"Yeah go ahead, laugh"

"I'm so sorry, I did not see that coming" she laughed but stopped immediately after he gave her a blank stare.

"You know me than any one around here, Genevieve. I want you to tell me. How bad am I?" He folded his arms, waiting for her reply.

"Em, sir..you're a little bit too...um, too strict. Don't exactly blame them for thinking that"

"So how can I be..less, less strict?"

"you need to communicate with your employees more than you give orders"

"Excuse me sir, can I come in?" A feminine voice interrupted.

Daniel cleared his throat "yes. Do"

A lady came in afterwords, holding out a black binder. She looked nervous as she slowly walked in. Genevieve could sense her anxiety as she was always like that around him.

"Um, the invitations sir" the lady said slowly as she looked at the ground wanting to leave the office anytime soon. One could clearly see that she was pressured to deliver the invitations herself because no one would volunteer to in her department.

Daniel nodded, motioning to his desk. Genevieve shook her head fighting the urge to face palm. He needed years of training before he could learn to be nice.

"Tell her a polite thank you" Genevieve mouthed.

Daniel rose a brow as Genevieve repeated, this time using her fingers to emphasize. They both turned to the lady as she hastily dropped the binder on the desk, she whirled around quickly going straight to the door but paused when she heard Daniel.

"Wait" he said rather reluctantly.

She shivered, suddenly feeling cold. She gulped as she turned slowly. Her palms began to sweat as she thought of a thing she did wrong in the past few weeks.

"Nice job..uh.." He trailed off.

"Vivian sir" she blushed.

"Nice job Vivian, and thank you" he faked a smile.

She nodded quickly and walked out of his office.

Genevieve turned to Daniel with a big smile on her face.

"It was easy, wasn't it?"

"Yeah, whatever" he rolled his eyes. Then looked down, his eyes on her shoes.

Genevieve squinted her eyes as she looked at him then her stilettos then returned her gaze back to him.

"Nice shoes" he shrugged.

She laughed as she took one invitation card, viewing it. It was a celebration for the inauguration of their latest hotel which was coming up in few days and also the formal admission of Mr. Augustine into office as vice president of the organisation. Genevieve couldn't help but wonder, he finally got what he wanted. And anytime soon, as Mr. Augustine promised, he would send in a new PA for Daniel, meaning she'd have to leave. At first the job was nothing close to good but now it was different. It was like a maze, as the day passes by, new routes and passages would be discovered, the more she stays, the more adventures she would encounter which was now exciting. Now she understood that Mr. Augustine actually did her a favour, a favour which was going to be terminated anytime soon.

She sighed quietly glancing at Daniel, his eyes were also scanning the invites. She couldn't help but remember her mother's words.

..."It will happen if you were made for each other. You'll know when that time comes, just you"....

But how would she?

What was it like to love somebody?

She closed her eyes imagining being in his arms, his attention mainly on her and no one else. His arms around her like she was the most delicate being in the whole world.

Then she felt someone touch her fingers, it was warm as she felt her insides churn. She opened her eyes to meet his, staring directly at her.

"Are you alright?" He brushed her fingers with his thumb gently.

"Yeah"

"Good, now let's continue"

"Continue what?"

"Lesson 360 on being nice" he winked, making her groan.

* * *

It was already nine, Genevieve was in his office, helping him sort out documents when her eyes landed on the night sky. His office was really the best place to stare at the sky all day.

It looked like someone used a blanket with holes in them to cover the sky with, the beam provided distant illumination for passers by.

She smiled as she saw how beautiful the lights helped to illuminate the skyscrapers.

"Nice view, am I right?"

She grinned as she turned to Daniel then tore her gaze back to the lights "so beautiful"

He nodded looking at her turned figure "really beautiful"

She bit her lip, having a feeling he wasn't just talking about the sky anymore.

* * *

It was finally Saturday, the day of the company's inauguration party.

Genevieve groaned as she fell back on bed "kelvin, i can't do this anymore"

"Make that two" Kelvin fell beside her.

They both spent two hours searching for a black gown that looked close to 'sophisticated' but sadly she had none of those. The party's theme was mainly black.

"I see no reason why you called me here. Don't you have girlfriends to help you with this kind of stuff" Kelvin scoffed as he turned to her.

"I have no one besides you, Michelle's not here, she's with mum at the shop, so don't give up on me yet" she pouted.

"Save that cute face for Mr. Coker" he laughed, Genevieve sat up launching a pillow at him. He caught it swiftly then smirked. "You throw like a girl"

"I am a girl" she laughed, hitting his shoulder with a pillow this time.

"You!!" He glared at her, she giggled as she hit him across the face.

"You didn't just do that, I'm coming for you" He stood up just as she did.

"That's if you can catch me first!" She yelled as she ran round her room, she brought out her tongue when he missed. Unfortunately for her, she fell on the ground, kelvin got up to her, smacking her nonstop with a pillow.

"Kelvin, get-G-get off M-me. Stop!!" She laughed so hard  trying to push him off her.

Then they heard a knock bringing them back to reality, they both exchanged looks.

Kelvin offered his hand, she took it as he carefully helped her up.

"Are you expecting anyone?" He inquired.

"None I can remember" Genevieve shrugged "just wait here and don't touch anything" she straightened her top as she slowly made her way out of her room and into the sitting room.

Genevieve turned the doorknob and smiled as she came across David, Daniel's personal driver.

"Good evening ms. Genevieve"

"Good evening David, is there a problem?"

"Not really, I came to deliver this" the young man motioned to the ground where a big box was laid. Genevieve looked at the box confusedly then up to David.

"What's that?"

"I have no idea. But the boss sent in these and told me to bring you to the function too"

"Um, you don't need to David, I'm not even dressed yet. I'll find my way okay?"

"No please. The boss gave me strict orders to get you there. I may loose my job"

"Ohh.. Okay then...em, Thanks" she smiled as David handed her the box. It wasn't as heavy as it looked.

"Please do come in" she offered.

"No thank you. I'll be fine here"

"Come on, I insist"

The young driver nodded shyly.

"This way please" Genevieve smiled as she led him to the sitting room.

"I'll be back shortly. Please do sit"

After making sure he was fully seated, she weaved her way back to her room. Kelvin was on his phone by the time she came in.

"Ohh, you're back" he started then looked at the box Genevieve held unto "what's that?"

"I'm not sure" she answered as she carefully dropped the box on her bed. Then she turned to Kelvin "it was Daniel's driver, he came here saying Daniel asked him to deliver this"

"care to find out what's in it?" Kelvin asked curiously.

Genevieve nodded as she peered at the box, suddenly feeling nervous. She bit her lips pondering what could possibly be in there. It was quite large.

"Open it already, the anticipation is killing me!!" Kelvin groaned.

"Fine" she bit her lip one more time as her fingers shook. She got rid of the upper part first and immediately caught sight of a black garment. She rose a brow as she carefully peeled it away from the box.

She gasped loudly, it was a dress. Daniel got her a dress. But why?

"He got you a dress. Wow. Go try it out!"

Genevieve stared at the dress she hasn't even tried it out yet and she was already enthralled by it's beauty.

"I don't know Kelvin"

"Genevieve, hurry!"

"Geez, I'm going. She rushed into her bathroom. Despite the fact that they were best friends, she too had her privacy.

Few minutes later, she sucked on her lips as she came out.

"Damn girl! Black sure is your colour"

"Um" she walked nervously to the mirror and gasped at her own reflection.

She was wearing a sultry dress with a sweetheart bust which gives way to a sheer mesh chest panel which reaches into a collar, decorated with rhinestone crystals then a curve-hugging bodice that shows off her silhouette also flaring into a subtle mermaid shape.

"Kelvin, don't you think this is a little too much?"

"Too much? Absolutely not. Look what I found" Kelvin got out shoes from the box. "He got you shoes too and a clutch!! a freaking clutch. And you tell me he isn't in love"

Genevieve blinked as she slowly collected the silver heels which shimmered and sparkled. She knew it cost a fortune, the dress too.

"I'm not wearing these" she frowned sadly as she sat on the bed.

Kelvin sighed as he scooted beside her "look, I understand what you're probably feeling right now. But tell me, how do you think he'd feel if he sees you not wearing the dress he got you?"

"I guess"

"The night is still young Genny, go have fun okay?"

She puffed in frustration as she got in the heels, she got out powder, black eyeliner and a rich red lip gloss and applied it carefully. She put her hair extensions into a chignon bun Held unto the crystal detailed clutch then she added her silver hoop earrings pairing it with matching bangles to complete the ensemble. She flashed a smile at Kelvin, causing him to grin.

"Now that's the Genny I know"

She smiled as they both made their way to the sitting room. David got up, his eyes roaming her.

"Look what you've caused" Kelvin laughed. "Enjoy yourself alright, call me" Kelvin said as he went straight to the door.

"Ms. Genevieve, you're looking beautiful as ever, the party has started already. I think we should go now"

"Think so too" she smiled as he ushered her in the car. She gnawed on her nails, she knew for a fact that the function was for people of great influence and class. She couldn't help but wish the night would be over in a flash.



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Chapter 22
Chapter title: The dress is prada

Genevieve's palms began to sweat immediately David informed her they'd be arriving at the venue in five minutes. She took in deeps breaths hoping to calm her racing heart. She was fiddling awkwardly with the words written on the invite when her phone chimed briefly, it's lights illuminating a message. It was from Kelvin, she sighed opening it.

'Genevieve, don't screw this up okay? Remember he saved you a lot of trouble. The dress came in just in time, be professional, don't let anyone intimidate you. He wouldn't do any of these if he weren't attracted. Call me when it's all over. Love ya!!'

She nodded knowing he was right, Daniel did her a favour, otherwise she would still be in her room sulking in grief for not getting her hands on a gown fit for an important occasion as this. Then she frowned reading his words over and over again 'he wouldn't do any of these if he weren't attracted'

She bit her lip, her mum's words. But how sure were they?

"We're here!" David announced driving her back to reality. She sighed, she was anxious to look appropriate to the situation just as she was hoping not to draw attention to herself.

"Er, thanks so much, David" she smiled weakly as he helped her out of the car. He nodded getting back in the driver's seat and zoomed off. She inhaled and exhaled sharply as she gawked the mountainous building. It was dark already, making it more terrifying.

She walked towards it, she could hear little to no music, she wondered if it was the right address but David brought her here himself.

She toddled closer as her eyes fell upon two sturdy men who looked like WWE champs. She stopped nervously, faking a smile.

"You're welcome ma'am, can I get your invitation please?" One of them said with a smile. She nodded as she quietly dropped the already rumpled card on his palm. He assessed it thoroughly before passing it unto the other.

"Ohh, an employee!" the other said.

Genevieve nodded in affirmation.

"I'm sorry miss but we still have to do this" he brought out his handheld body scanner.

"I understand" she replied as they carefully scanned her belongings.

"She's good to go mate!" The first said in his earpiece. Few seconds later, another hefty man appeared from an open door.

"This way miss" he said, straightening out his arm. Genevieve nodded trailing behind him. They both got in an elevator. He punched in a number Genevieve didn't quite catch, she was more worried about what was behind those doors. It finally got to a floor and they got out.

"Enjoy the party miss, thanks for coming" he turned around. She looked at the place in confusion, wondering if it was an underground function, she was about asking him for directions but he had long gone already. She puffed in frustration as she waited awkwardly for a passerby. Soon, an elderly couple walked past, chuckling as they held unto each other like one was going to fade away anytime soon. Genevieve followed, pretending she was also heading their way.

Then lights became visible as they drew near, more lights, more until they finally got into the room. A gasp escaped Genevieve's lips as she took in the whole area.

It was beautiful. Chandeliers of all sorts decorated the glistening ceilings and the glass floors with shadows of it. Business men covered in three piece suits and women, in identical coloured gowns in full lengths, swaying slowly in sync to the jazz 60's blaring quietly in the background. She could hear women chattering and bickering, obviously about their rich husbands or jewelries but would stop to laugh unnecessarily every five minutes.

To her left were big business men who laughed so very loudly as they raised their glasses of wine so high above their heads, making a toast. Uniformed waiters and well dressed waitresses with trays filled with glasses of drinks were seen, slightly dodging each other as they walked past. She couldn't help but remember when she did just the same but now it was different, she was a guest.

She fiddled with her clutch as her eyes scanned the entire room in search of any co-worker.

"Wine ms." A waiter offered, she shook her head quickly, muttering 'a thank you' he nodded, walking away. She heard her name being called out but she ignored it, she wasn't the only one with the name. She laughed weakly at the possibilities. Then it became louder, she stirred her head to the direction only to see Tope urging Genevieve to move forward with her fingers.

Genevieve sighed in relief as she moved briskly to Tope who was also with Brenda.

"What took you so long?!" Tope complained.

"Tope, do you know her?" Brenda rose a brow.

"Ah ah Brenda, this is Genevieve now" Tope laughed, Genevieve joined in.

"Oh my gosh! Genevieve it really is you. I thought you were one of those rich girls. Wow, you look really beautiful!" She hugged Genevieve, giggling.

"And she didn't even paint her whole face. Gosh! I'd kill to have that figure" Tope laughed as she joined in the hug.

"Come on, you girls should only flatter yourselves. You two look amazing by the way" Genevieve smiled as she tore away from the embrace. "I'm serious" she added when Brenda pursed her lips in disapproval.

"OK o but thank God I saw you, didn't you see the way she was standing like someone about to cry" Tope snickered, trying her best not to burst into fits of laughter.

"You have no idea. This place is filled with..you know, important people and we're kind of not" Genevieve muttered as they all turned to three young ladies who were glancing at their direction.

Brenda turned to Genevieve "coming from the girl everyone is staring at" Brenda giggled.

"Don't exaggerate Brenda"

"You know she's right Genny, you look just like one of them" Tope smiled then collected a glass from a waiter standing close to them.

Genevieve bit her lip as her eyes wandered around, people were indeed staring. She looked around in search of Daniel but couldn't find him. Maybe he hasn't arrived yet, she concluded.

She needed to go to the restroom before her body finally gave up especially with the weird glances she was receiving.

"I'll be back guys, need to use the restroom" she said.

"Fine, we'll come with you" Brenda offered.

"No. It's fine, just tell me where it is"

"Tope used it previously-Wait, where is she?"

"Look! she'll never change" Genevieve laughed, pointing to Tope who was at the exit, braying childishly as she spoked with a young man.

"Never underestimate the power of a desperate woman. Make that ambitious" Brenda smiled "but I think it's the first door by your left. Just follow this path" Brenda instructed.

Genevieve nodded as she left. She exhaled, resting her head against a wall in the restroom. She walked to the mirror staring at her reflection. Maybe the dress showed a little too much. She said to herself as she slowly adjusted her exposed arms.

Just then, a lady walked in furiously, not exactly noticing Genevieve's presence. She stood beside Genevieve as she washed her perfectly manicured hands.

"Gosh! I hate parties. All the people in there are freaks of all kinds and sizes. I don't want to know the price of your dress or where you flew for the holidays, please quit telling me how fancy your life is, all I want to do is leave already, but no, Dad wants me here. This is not my field old man! I'm a fashion designer, a freaking fashion designer but he doesn't understand, he doesn't. So I'm stuck here. Yay me!" She exclaimed pointing rudely at her reflection.

Genevieve blinked, not knowing what to say. She sucked on her lips, trying her best to stifle any sounds of laughter and also denial herself from staring at the angry lady standing just beside her but she still stole a glance anyway. The lady looked really young with her up-do, her face flawlessly made-up. It wasn't too much but just enough, there was something so familiar about those eyes, those dark pair of eyes that invaded her mind each night. Her dress was perfect as it clung unto her seductively with a wide split revealing perfectly tanned legs. Genevieve was awed as she took in her beauty. She was the most beautiful girl she has ever laid her eyes upon and very cute as she continued ranting.

"I came here only to support Daniel, nothing else, just Daniel. When will all this be over. I can't stand this people anymore. Arggh!!!" She turned off the tap and whirled around, about leaving but paused as if forgetting something, then turned to Genevieve.

"Hmm. Nice dress" the lady said with an Angel like voice. She turned around again but stopped.

"I'm sorry for..em, you know, all of those" she faced Genevieve apologetically.

Genevieve shook her head "no problem" she smiled reassuringly.

"I'm Vanessa, Vanessa Coker" the lady grinned, straightening out her hand for an handshake. Genevieve's eyes widened, she stared at the outstretched hand and slowly took it, her brain fully understanding who the person standing right here was. Daniel's sister. She blinked, trying her best to fake a smile.

"Em, Genevieve Miller" Genevieve whispered, still in shock.

"Nice name--wait. The Genevieve? As in my brother, Daniel's PA?" Vanessa gaped at Genevieve then grinned broadly as Genevieve nodded.

"Wow, so pretty, the prettiest of them all. Nice to finally meet you" she bore Genevieve in a tight hug.

"Pleasure is all mine" Genevieve giggled when Vanessa raised her up a bit then dropped her down.

"Daniel couldn't stop talking about you" Vanessa blurted as they broke free.

Genevieve scrunched her eyes, raising a brow.

"Busted! I think I've said too much already. Forget about it okay? Come on, let's go" Vanessa said dragging Genevieve out of the room.

"But to where?"

"Just wait and see" Vanessa chimed excitedly.

As they got back to the event, Genevieve couldn't help but notice a young man like the younger version of Daniel heading their way. He stopped right in front of them.

"Vanessa, where have you been? Dad needs you on stage" he nagged frowning.

Vanessa cleared her throat pointing to Genevieve. "She's Genevieve" she mouthed.

"Oh!" He turned to Genevieve, eyes roaming her face. A roguish smile found it's way on his lips as he ogled her. "Hola mamacita, name's Martins Coker"

"Em, Genevieve" she replied shyly.

"Back off Martins!" Vanessa warned. "She's off limits!"

"Relax Sis" then he took Genevieve's fingers, lowering down a bit as he pecked her wrist making sure to let it linger for a few seconds before pulling away "nice to meet you my lady!" He wriggled his brows.

Genevieve looked at him awkwardly, knowing he was only teasing.

"Come on, dad needs us. I'll be right back Genevieve" Vanessa smiled before dragging her younger brother away from the scene.

He looked back, blowing Genevieve a kiss, when Vanessa noticed, she hit him hard on his head. Genevieve laughed, Daniel's siblings weren't what she imagined them to be, they weren't proud or arrogant, instead they were the complete opposites.

She smiled as she turned around, not paying attention as she bumped into someone, a lady.

"What the hell is wrong with you?" the lady accused, rubbing her temples.

"I'm sorry but it was partly your fault too" Genevieve countered, eyes exploring the lady who looked flawlessly wrapped in millions.

"Partly my fault? Pttf. Don't you know who I am?" She scoffed in annoyance. Genevieve peered at her, trying her best to come up with any hint of familiarity but none.

The lady gaped at Genevieve in horror "Melissa James?" She snapped her fingers. Genevieve rose a brow, she could've sworn that she has heard that name previously but didn't know where and when.

"Gosh! Are you trying to be rude or you really don't have a clue?"

Genevieve shrugged innocently as her lips formed a thin line.

"Geez!!! What a fool!" The lady sneered, she walked away making sure to hit her shoulders against Genevieve's.

Genevieve rolled her eyes but stopped as it all came crashing to her. It was Melissa, the lady Tope talked about during her first days in the office. She was Daniel's ex and apparently the same lady she saw in his office.

She cringed, remembering the event. Melissa stopped in her tracks, moving backwards and halted in front of Genevieve.

"That dress, the name" she said quietly, raising a finger. Genevieve shifted her gaze to Melissa and her dress in confusion.

"It's Prada" Melissa answered herself. Genevieve blushed at the name, so that's what it was called. Daniel was just too much, spending so much on her.

"But. It's isn't on sale yet, I checked myself" Melissa scratched her head as she continued scanning the dress shamelessly.

Genevieve smiled, time to get even. "Lovely right?"

Melissa furrowed her brow.

"Name's Genevieve Miller, rings a bell?" Genevieve snapped her fingers trying her best not to laugh at Melissa's expression.

Melissa peered at Genevieve's face before asking "who are you?"

Genevieve raised her jaw, holding unto her clutch "Gosh! Are you trying to be rude or you clearly don't have a clue sweetheart" she pouted mockingly.

"If you'll excuse me, my fans are waiting" Genevieve flashed a smile as she turned around, leaving Melissa in a state of complete mystification.

Genevieve laughed as she walked away. Two can play in that game. She saw Tope and Brenda wave their hands, she smiled and was about going to them when she hit her head against a strong chest, she lost her balance as her heels slipped backwards, she closed her eyes, waiting for the impact, instead large hands found it's way around her waist, saving her from an embarrassing fall. She closed her eyes, dreading to meet her saviour when a different pair of hands pulled her away.

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