Steve Miller POV
From the past two days, I was struggling to figure out how to get what I wish from Mr Mishra, whereabouts my Moli, every sole detail about her life. I used every kind of tactics to manipulate him to give in, but that hard-headed man threatened me to report my actions to the police. I offered him a lump sum amount for his benefit but he declined it too, he needed monetary support because of his so-called son but still, he denied. God, I don’t understand how to negotiate with that aged man anymore. All I want is to know about her and make her mine.
Keeping all thoughts aside, I immersed myself in organizing for today’s massive mutual event between JJ FASHION HOUSE and MILLER’S FASHION CHAIN, the biggest and well-known event of the month. Media was covering us since the date we've signed our collaboration contract which already made this event a big deal. Even we are receiving the spotlight on every social media platform by the common public and critics. All Big shots were invited from different industries including politicians. This event was going to be a huge hit, then the earnings will reach new lengths for both the parties.
I was more eager to welcome my sister's Anna Miller, she is the one who supervises the Miller fashion Chain with mother, All are proud of her talent and hard work. She will finalize who represent us and matched our reputation, She was paying attention to everything from New York office and finally, She’s going to stay here for a while to decide who to allow joining her in New York, She gave me a name Ms Nik Agnihothri making her first preference let’s hope for the best, I knew one thing she is capable of recognize diamonds from a distance.
I assigned an urgent task to Vicky earlier which required serious attention in Delhi headquarters to expand my business to new heights. For sure I will miss my buddy today, But we have promised each other to celebrate our accomplishment of this event with great pomp later.
At 11 am, I decided to personally pick up my little sister from the airport and drop her at JJ FASHION HOUSE as per her demand, so she can take care of the arrangements. She is smart and hardworking just like me, maybe this runs in our family bloodline no matter what age or what task, we Miller always give our 100 per cent to fulfil our responsibility.
It’s nearly evening, one of the biggest day for Anna, everyone was gathering at the venue JJ FASHION HOUSE building. Anna was busy with Mr Joseph Josh and his staff to welcome and greet them, I was in the office ready to leave when I received a phone call from Vicky to inform about our success in earning the projects in Delhi that makes me one step closer to my agenda. I was more than happy as we were trying to crack the deal from so long. Soon I have to visit Delhi to take over and to turn it in the head office for Miller group in India, but I was anxious to for not having the girl which I want desperately, what if I had to leave without her? I just can't spend my existence with her remembrances not having her by my side.
I left just in time to reach the venue and by my surprise, I was astounded by Anna's piece of work, she organised a masquerade ball to give it a western touch, one never tried to make fashion show more noticeable, sophisticated and sumptuous. I can bet that media is going to be amazed and this will set new margins for my business rivals, As always Miller’s will stay on top shining brighter than ever.
As I arrived in, media gathered around me, praising my efforts and questioning about my next move, I simply turn all limelight over my sister Anna and JJ FASHION HOUSE owner and chief designer Mr Joseph Josh, they deserve it more for there dedication. I was greeted by one of his employee and main designer of this spring collection Ms Nik Agnihothri, she hands me over my outfit with a mask designed exclusively for me by her.
She has dressed in a white beautiful body fit ball gown with a white mask on and her black hairs loosely open covering her back, she looked natural but graceful. Now I notice why Anna was fond of her work.
I changed in my outfit black three-piece suite with matching mask complementing my well-built body and chiselled jawline.
Everything was appealing to me, but that was not enough, women were trying to there best to seduce and get a chance with me, but I was not at all interested in them.
The girl I crave for is nowhere near to found, her thoughts were depleting me alive. My eyes settled on a girl standing with my sister and Nik. She was dressed in cherry-red body fit gown with a deep low cut at back and v cut in a front showing off her perfectly smooth skin and curvy body. Her brown hairs were flawlessly adjusted in a high bun, face covered with a similar coloured mask decorated with black light feathers and small shiny stones. She was the pure definition of charisma sweet, hot and seductive all at the same time. Somehow I acknowledged that after so long I get attracted towards someone other than Moli. Deep down I was missing her.
“Maybe you don’t deserve her if you truly want her then why are you peeking at other girl and deceiving your only true love..???” my inner self mocked at me making me feel guiltier.
What was I supposed to do? I was hypnotized by the girl, as I approached them my sister smirk at me, she can sense my eyes on the girl standing next to her. She introduced me to Nik and her friend. I was eager and my body was hot by the close sight of her. I forwarded my hand to the girl who remedies me of Moli same hair colour, same height, same body type. Am I in that much love with her...???, I never thought about love at all but now it's driving me insane.
“Hello, Nice to meet you, Mr Miller.” She greeted me with her natural soft pleasant voice. She was different from others, she doesn't try to seduce me or didn't do anything inappropriate even if I was into her, both of them genuinely were there for work and to be part of the fashion show.
I was unable to get her name, as we shortly seated on our reserved round table near the stage to watch the main event. The host was on stage Keeping vibes of the show alive and introduced about Miller Group and JJ FASHION HOUSE, as well as the idea behind the collaboration and fashion show. the stage got wild and fascinating as well soothing multiple colour lights illuminating on runway making it more stunning. Music in the background was Indian as well as western blending together perfectly. One by one model walks over the runway with swag and elegance showing off, spring vibes in their attitude, as well as dresses, were screaming comfort and lavish spring style. All dresses were unique and are in vibrant colours, some with floral print, and some with patterns. Everyone was dumbfounded by the masterpieces of designers.
Time to time I was busy in checking out the girl sitting next to my sister, holding her friend’s left hand with her right one, her eyes were gleaming bright, she looks amazed and proud of her friend.
When the final moment came, the host called designers on stage to tell us more about their inspiration and work. I was setting all alone with her as Anna, Nik, Mr Johnson and one other designer was on stage. The girl was clapping her hands with full of enthusiasm like a little girl for her friend. She was more than pleased, similar to me when my sister accomplishes something. I also beam with the same energy and excitement.
The whole event was super hit, and we entered the Indian market as well as in the international fashion industry with boon. We were celebrating at fullest clicking champion glasses enjoying music. Everyone was welcoming us with open hands except for our rivels.
I was mingling with new prospects when again her sweet giggle caught me off guard. How can one always look flawlessly even while chatting and chuckling? I was no longer focused on what the other person asserting, I was nodding from time to time to act like I am still into the conversation, but my full attention was directed only on her.
At midnight, only a few important clients and employees left in the party hall. The ballroom was still lively as before decorated with silver and bronze colour. I slowly escaped from the eyes of everyone just to know her name, but she was nowhere to found, I saw my sister and Nik heading towards the elevator which only means either she was gone or maybe waiting for her friend at reception.
I was about to join them when I notice a golden bracelet on the carpet and I instantly remember whom it belongs. now I have one solid reason to see her know her name. I slip it in my suit's pocket and headed towards the reception area. I saw her sitting on a white couch arranged in the right corner of the reception, “Hey there, Hope I am not bothering you..???” I said with a slight smile trying to look calm and normal.
She slowly looked up at me, as if her long lashes were dancing gracefully with her every movement. She was observing me closely and then lightly said breaking the awkward silence between us “No, Not at all, how can I help you???”.
I was so much lost in her eyes that I forget to say a thing for brief seconds, and without mumbling much I handover her, her bracelet “Here, I think this is yours”.
She gently took her bracelet from my hand, accidentally rubbing her soft fingers over mine giving me the warmth of her hand. I saw her blushing, she looked so cute and shy “ Sorry and Thank you.” she said while blinking in nervously.
Before I can say anything, she excused herself by whispering “ I am sorry, and again thanks, have to go now. My cab is waiting outside.”