PAID

Chapter 12–Obsession

Jade's POV:

Remembering the stunts I pulled on Ella's birthday, I think just maybe I had gone too far but if you were in my shoes you would probably do the same.

Ella means a lot to me. Call me stupid because I haven't known her for long but for the short period I have known her, I get this feeling of joy anytime I'm with her. She makes me do things without reasoning.

Have you ever wanted something so bad that it's just right in front of you and you keep on trying to reach it but there are obstacles in your way? That's just how It feels with Ella and my major obstacle is Aiden.

He is always trying to impress her going extra miles to make sure she's happy. That neckpiece he got her was so beautiful and it must have cost a lot judging from the look, nobody had to tell me twice that it was pure gold. Aiden has always had a very high taste for things but he knew I always had the best taste for things. 

He probably didn't feel the cost at all because he is rich but I don't care. I can't wait for him to see what I got her because it's nowhere compared to that his precious birthday present. 

She may not wear it all the time but the fact that she wears it gives me joy. Let's just say the pearls I got her along with the neckpiece will come another time. Yes, I got her a pair of pearl earring along with the neckpiece. Blame it on my high taste for things. I have enough money to last forever so if it meant spending much more on Ella, then I will. 

After spending more than half of the day with her, I must say I feel fulfilled. The fact that she loves the place I got for her, the gifts and most of all the fact that she thinks I'm a distraction which probably means being in her head made my day.

Something must be bordering her I could tell from the way she was staring at her phone and her facial expression confirmed it. When I came close to her I just knew it had to be something she saw on her phone that was bordering her but I didn't want to pry. 

I would have loved to take her out tomorrow but I don't want to look like a clingy leach.

My phone starts to ring and I check to see who the caller is. Turns out its mum.

"Hello, mum." 

"Son, how are you doing? What have I done that you have refused to check up on me? that's not how I raised you. Where is the gentleman I raised? " She says. 

"Sorry, mum. I have been so busy with work and other stuff. I'll drop by the house during the weekend."

"The reason I initially called was to tell you about our anniversary dinner. Your father and I are celebrating it on Saturday. The good news is the Zamora's are going to be there. You of all people know that you should be on your best behaviour and impress them in every area. So the big question any lady yet? "

"Yes, mother. I will be on my best behaviour as always and yes there is a beautiful lady. I'll introduce you to her on Saturday. She is beautiful, kind-hearted and she makes me happy mum. You will love her when you see her."

"Well, I see what has been taking your time. You sound happier and that makes me happy but please don't get too attached till you have known her well to avoid what happened the last time you got so attached. "

"Mum she is way different from rose if that's what you mean."

"I am just saying. You know I love you right and whatever decisions I make are mostly in your best interest. I love your baby see you on Saturday. "

"I know. I love you too mum."

Well, that's kind of weird. I pick up my car keys and make a few calls for a reservation at Ocean basket situated in Victoria Island and head straight to bed. 

I wake up to the continuous ringing of my alarm clock and see it's five-thirty on the dot.

I settle for a white shirt and a grey suit with my favourite brogues shoe from my brogues collection. Lastly, I put on my Rolex wristwatch and drive to work.

I get to the office by six - forty-five. General resumption time is usually by seven o'clock so I try to show a good example by getting there before the stipulated time. I quickly send a message to Ella telling her that I'll be picking her up around six for a date.

Forget I said anything about being a leach. After getting a reply from her confirming that she will be free, I continue with the days' work and consciously check the time. I wouldn't want to be one minute late. Aside from the fact that she's driving me crazy, they say the first impression last longer. 

Immediately I get to her apartment, I give her a call saying that I am right in front of her apartment.

A few minutes later, the door opens revealing a ravishing beauty. She is dressed in a deep v neck maroon coloured dress.

The dress did justice to her shape by hugging every corner. She looked so beautiful that I just wanted to be the only one to see her like this rather than all those eyes at the restaurant. I had this urge to cancel the reservation and have the dinner at my place just to avoid those lustful gazes from other men but it was too late already. 

Just as I was accessing her, my eyes landed right on the neckpiece I gave her and the joy I felt instantly was one that I hadn't felt in a while.

"Wow. You are indeed a paragon of beauty. You look so breathe taken."

"Thanks, you don't look bad yourself."

I take her hand and lead her to the car. The drive to the restaurant didn't take much time. With the expression on her face, I could tell she loved the place.

"This is beautiful Jai." 

"More beautiful things to come."

A chauffeur comes to take our car while we are led to our table.

We start with an appetizer while we get to know each other better over a conversation. Our dislikes, our hobbies and most basic things about ourselves. The main course dish is served so we take a break and dig into our dinner. 

I instantly remember the discussion I had with mother which was one of the reasons for this date asides the fact that I couldn't get enough of her.

I clean the bead of sweat that formed while asking if she could accompany me to my parents anniversary. I could not afford to be a laughing stock in front of mother after all my boasting and I also wanted to mark my territory since a lot of people will be attending the event. I can't believe she even hesitated before answering. Some Naija girls wouldn't even wait for you to finish the question.

I understand the fact that she's scared that a lot of people would be asking her questions and the fact that people would start digging into her background and cause a scandal seeing her background and all but one thing she doesn't know which she will soon get to know is that I'll be here to protect her especially from the prying eyes of those rich spoilt billionaires children. 

Lastly, I hope father accepts her seeing father is a lover of the proverb "Birds of the same feather flock together." She may not be as rich as we are but she's comfortable and the fact remains that I would have still taken her home riches or rag.

What a wonderful way to kill a bird with multiple stones. Stylishly introduce her to my parents, the world, send a message to those ever disturbing bratty ladies and most of all show the Zamora's that I'm in a relationship to hasten up the contract. 

I feel so good already and I can see things falling into place as planned. I drop her off after dinner but before that, I leave very visible hickey marks around her shoulders. I love to mark my territory.