Capture My Heart

Christos Maximus Vallis sat behind the large desk in his office looking at a small photograph. His face blank of any expression, it would be easy for anyone to imagine him as the ruthless and cold-hearted businessman that he was rumored to be. His best friend and right-hand man Xander Drakos sat across from him, his posture relaxed with a slight smile on his face. Looking at both friends, one can easily conclude Christos as the dark broody man and Xander as the relaxed and friendly one. "So, this is her? The girl I have to marry?" Christos looked at Xander, his eyes seeking irrefutable agreement. "Yeah... That's her. Beautiful, isn't she?" Xander winked playfully at Christos. He was one of the few people who was not afraid of the powerful man before him. Xander has known Christos since they were in diapers and the two friends were more like brothers. That was the reason Xander blindly agreed when Christos offered him a position at ‘Vallis-Pierro Industries’ as head of security when they finished college. That, and he was one of the few people who could tolerate Christos and his mood swings on a regular basis. "She may look beautiful, but she is still going to be a spoiled little rich brat – a Pierro through and through. Xander, you know the reason why I have to get married to her. Besides, aren't you forgetting that I'm well-known as the heartless millionaire?" "I know well just how heartless you are Chris.” Xander said with a small laugh. “As for the girl, from what my detective has told me, she is nothing like what we were expecting.” "Relax man! I was joking. Anyways, I need you to keep someone on her tail at all times. I want to know where she goes, who she meets, what she does, everything. And make sure she doesn't find out. I don't want her to know about me yet." his voice spoke with a finality indicating the end of this conversation. "Ok boss" Xander replied with a hint of sarcasm, getting up to leave the room. He had a slight smile on his face. He has a good feeling about this mystery girl. Maybe she will be the one to finally get his best friend to lighten up and live a little. Back inside the office, Christos could not stop looking at the picture in his hand. The girl was beautiful, there was no denying that. She looked like an angel with her long blonde hair and golden-brown eyes. He couldn't wait to meet her in person. 'This marriage is going to be interesting. I will meet you soon my dear wife' Christos whispered to himself before putting the picture back into the file marked confidential.