A Mystical Destiny

Chapter 7 - Grandiose Affection

The Callosi's mansion has turned gold with the lights surrounding it. From the grand front yard where expensive cars made their entrance until the detailed design of garden where the party is being held, one can tell that the celebrant is one of the most influential people in the country. Tonight, Arnold Callosi celebrates his golden birthday year. He proudly welcomes all the guests. It was a formal event attended by the most prominent personalities in different industries.

His two sons, Paolo and Theo were roaming around interacting with the guests. Needless to say that there is a hightened security due to the government officials and high profile friends present in the event. Klasy is sitting with their circle of friends. Although she has attended several grand parties in the past, she still finds this distinctly impressive. There are journalists, business personalities, actors, athletes and family friends. One look and she feels her social battery dying.

"Are you fine? You look pale." Paolo asked when he came to their table. A while ago he was praising her for looking ethereal. She looked up to him and smiled.

"I'm fine, Pao. Go do your thing." She was saying the last sentence when she saw the develishly handsome guy behind. Theo arrived in the party 10 minutes ago, and he seems pissed that he has to actively greet the guests with his older brother.

He stopped to glance on their table. Klasy can't believe she cannot meet his eyes. She had to look down to avoid feeling butterflies. The man is too striking right now, she felt she would blush if they made eye contact.

"Looking so good, Theo!" Rowy complimented him. Paolo cleared his throat and blocked Theo's view.

"Enjoy the night, guys and ladies. I'll be back here later." Paolo said.

Theo gave Klasy a head to toe look but she wasn't able to see that because she's avoiding his eyes. He is impressed with how she can look insanely perfect in every event. She's wearing a white fit dress that exposes her curves. He tilted his head when he noticed the lady's exposed back. He can't find another word than perfect to describe her. Her brown wavy hair and accessories are all screaming luxury.

"I think you can go socialize, Paolo. I want to stay here. My muscles are sore from the intense workout. You can go alone." Theo reasoned out as he finds a vacant seat in the table. 

"What? You haven't even seen dad. Theo..." 

"I'll see him later. The night is young, Pao." 

Klasy couldn't move when Theo passed his way. She smelled his cologne and that immediately sends shiver to her spine. She wants to remain calm. Their last interaction didn't sit well with her. Knowing that he has such impact, she would prefer to ignore him. 

"You're blushing. Are you sure you're fine?" Vince asked Klasy. That caught attention from the people around them. They looked at her, and from her peripheral view she also saw Theo looking at her. That made her more flustered. 

"What do you mean? It's just my make up." She answered then glanced at Theo. He is gorgeously jaw-dropping in white suit. One look and she can tell the brand. He's also wearing a piercing on his right ear, and his hair is brushed up giving the clean look. She exhaled and tried to smile at Vince. 

"We have medical support on stand-by, Klasy. If you're not feeling well, let me know right away so I can escort you out of here." Paolo brished her shoulder to assure her that her condition is more important than this event. 

"Thanks for the concern, Pao and Vince. I'm really fine." Paolo nodded though he's not sure if she's telling the truth. He had to greet other guests. He even bumped into Klasy's parents. They maintained a good friendship and he's really thankful for that. 

Meanwhile in the table, only Klasy and Theo could feel the animosity between them. She hasn't forgotten the harsh words he told her days ago.

Someone is playing the piano, and the loud slow music is setting the mood in the party. The wind is swiftly blowing but Klasy could feel the cold in her bones because of her thin clothes. 

"You have an ex in every event." She heard Charm's poke fun at Rowy. But she's just being honest. 

"He's not just anyone. I really loved him." Rowy murmured as she stared at the national athelete that Mr. Arnold Collosin is talking with. He's an alumnus of Stallion. Klasy can remember how Rowy obsessed over him before.

"I wonder what kind of man will tame you, Rowy. Even Gab couldn't." She pouted when Theo commented. 

"Don't make it sound like it's my fault he can't keep up with me." 

"Right!" He answered sarcastically. 

He started talking about random things. From business to acquiring land in provinces, Theo pointed that land in some provinces are good investment now. Even his voice sounded sexy to Klasy's esrs. She can't explain why. 

"Should we eat first?" Theo asked, but evetyone in the table has already had dinner. He came late and would rather eat first than greet his own father. 

"Ah alright. I'm not starving anyway. I'll have some tequila instead." He signalled one of the waiters to come his way. Klssy can't help but rolled her eyes. 

She can't focus on other people now that Theo joined their table. She excused herself and gave a reason that she would join her parents. She feels dangerous with Theo around.

"My unica hija." His father kissed her in the cheeks. 

"It's really been ages since I last saw you in person, Klasy. You're more beautiful in person than those advertisements and pictures online." She remembered Mr. Alterino, a close friend of his dad. 

"Nice to see you again. Are you enjoying the night?" 

"Yes, of course. You can join us so we won't feel so old here." She laughed gently and sat beside her mom. 

She tried to engage in their conversation but she got bored. The breeze is getting colder as the night deepens. After the celebrant delivers his message to the guests, the loud contemporary love songs play and people are dancing. Klasy excused herself to go to the comfort room. 

"Go ahead, hija. You should join your friends. You will get bored with us." 

"Alright. But it's really fun talking with you. See you around, Mr. Alterino. Mom, dad, don't look for me. I'll be with Rowy." The nodded and let her go. 

She was perplexed when she stood and found herself dizzy while walking to the rest room. Now, all the alcohol she intakes is sitting on her. 

A guard held her arm when she was about to fall on the ground. Good thing she's in the dark side of the garden almost inside the mansion. 

"Thank you." She told the guard. 

She tries to calm down when she locks the door of the rest room. Even that place is extravagant like a five star hotel. She fixed her lipstick and dress before heading out. As soon as she opened the door, a giant man wearing a whote tuxedo appesred in front of her. The strong smell of alcohol from him is making her dizzy again. 

"Get out of the way." There is no explanation why her normal response to Theo's presence is to avoid him. 

"Going back to the party?" He asked the obvious. 

"Why? I can't even do that?" She asked back sarcastically. 

"I'm afraid you can't do that. I can see everything underneath that white dress. It's not covering anything, Klasy. All you did was flirt with that old man, are you sure you want to go back?" She's watching his lips moved as he talked. A bitter smile formed. 

"Even my parents didn't say anything about my clothes, who are you to..." 

"Alterino is known for all his love affairs. Didn't you see how he was looking at you?" His eyes were furious and his voice was even condemning. 

She closed her eyes. The alcohol and the sensation from talking with this man is making her all nervous. 

"First, he's my dad's friend for Pete's sake. Second, what I'm doing is none of your business. Third..." 

He grabbed her waist and pinned her to the wall. Her head almost hit the wall if not for Theo blocking it with his hand. His fiery eyes were enough to shut her up. 

"I'll give you two good reasons to not go back to that party." He whispered. Her legs are literally quaking as his finger traced her exposed back. 

"L-let me go. Theo." She begged. 

"It's cold out there, and I can warm you in my bed." As soon as he finished the sentence, he kissed her slowly. She couldn't resists. She tried to stay still but she flinched when Theo bite her lower lip and she felt him smiled. 

She lost it all when his hand caressed her waist. She was trying to remove his hand, but he kissed her more deeply and placed her hands around his neck. 

"Theo..." she whispered almost begging. 

"Let's resume in my room. I hate being disturbed." She's breathing heavily as Theo tool her handbag as hostage. She followed him with her face all red.