I notified Nik to keep her schedule free for the next few days and the rest we will discuss on the call. Soon she left to catch the cab. I waved bye in her direction with my most amazing toothy grin, ignoring the fact that my brother is gawking at me. I was damn sure, he knew that I am up to something. Thanks to his preposterous state of mind, he was unable to figure it out.
As I turned to face him on our way out. With frowned eyebrows and his intense business look, he tried to inquire about the extra proposal which I mentioned earlier. I thought for a second maybe he was aware of every detail, but by his troubled mannerism, I was not sure about what he heard. I tried to play along with cool and patted on his shoulder to relieve tension, uttering ”Trust me with this big brother, you seem occupied today. Just take rest, okay”. I set in his car with a goofy smile on my face. My first step towards my plan is my step towards victory and I knew from the bottom of my heart sooner or later Nik will help me.
The rest of the ride was uneventful and quiet, Steve didn’t ask anything further which means, He only listens to the proposal part of my conversation. I was consumed with the ideas of how and what to do next. And how my brother's life will be more delightful with Moli. We reached my brother’s apartment within an hour. To avert any additional suspicions, I kissed him on the cheek and wished him good night, as I have a few days to plan everything perfectly.
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Nik Agnihothri Pov
This is it, the day I have been waiting for since I again began to pursue my dream of being a well-known fashion designer. Today everyone will recognize my real worth especially my parents. I am a unique and optimist person now, who is too much excited for today’s grand night. “Fashion Show” now I can show the world what a talented person I am, I can say I am prepared to rock the world.
I was early in the office to take care of preparations for tonight, As per Instruction from my boss as well as friend Anna, I've hired the best event planner in INDIA “Amazing WE”, and they did a brilliant number by giving us exactly what we looking for, they decorated the topmost floor of JJ house in masquerade ball theme with silver copper decorative, as well as with white and peach coloured fresh flowers. The runway was in the middle of the space, design to catch everyone’s attention. The round tables were arranged near the runway decorated with the same flowers and accessories, with plenty of space to set up a bar, ball dance floor and food counter. Everything was flawless.
The best thing was that both of my besties were going to wear the ball gown which I designed for them, I gave my soul in designing costumes for Moli, Anna as well as Anna's Brother and CEO of Miller's Group “Mr Steve Miller”.
For Moli, I picked Cherry-Red silk fabric which was her favourite colour and fabric. For Anna, I chose the royal blue colour and Silk fabric which compliments her white skin and blond hairs most. For CEO sir I chose to go with a basic but classic black three-piece suite, it’s unbelievable that he was working every day nonstop but still his body, Ooh! God damn. I know I should not think about it but what else I can do, when Anna gave me Mr Millers Measurements, I was tempted to see him and to get those measurements by myself. I spent the entire night scrolling down his picture over the internet.
I was attracted was an understatement, As I was hallucinating him in front of my eyes. “Greek God” himself. Perfect hairs, features and green eyes sharp, deep and more magical than sss forest.
Nature always inspired me and even in my spring collection, I designed pattern and choose colours of various flowers. I kept my gown simple white colour which compliments my honey skin tone.
I asked Moli to take a day off, but she cleverly refused not because she doesn’t prefer to be with me the entire day but because she doesn’t want to distract me from work. She then promised me to be the first guest of my very first event. So I left the gown on her bed with a mask and matching handbag and high heels with a note. “PS: Be the first to cheer me up”.
I was not only eager for today’s huge event but also to meet Anna in person, She was obsessed with Indian culture from the day she saw my and Moli's pictures in traditional clothes and festive pictures in colour and with crackers. I planned to give her a grand welcome in Indian style. Expressive and eventful.
When she arrived I notify local Dhol players (Dhol is a musical instrument somewhat similar to drum) to play the best Dhol beats for welcoming my sweetheart bestie, I also arranged Punjabi dancers who were wearing vibrant colour traditional costumes and a variety of sweets, a garland of red roses favourite as well as Aarti ki thali (oval shape plate contain puja material like kumkum, Diya flower petals etc. Used in Hindu religion for worship, traditional rituals and on festivals).
Yes, I knew everything is excessive but she deserves the nicest and unique traditional welcome. Which she can only experience in India. Her eyes were shining with amusement and a bright smile covering her beautiful face. Her expressions were transparent revealing how much she was relishing her dramatic royal welcome.
I gave her a bear hug and the most charming smile. Her vibes were the same as Moli and her presence was too warm to me as if she was my long lost friend, meeting me after such a long time.
She was stunned by our efforts, her mouth wide open in shock, all she uttered “WOW! It’s it’s fantastic and dreamy. ”, after catching sight of the masquerade ball and fashion show's preparation.
Time flew by, It’s time for us to get ready. And to prepare models for Runway. I hand over Anna’s royal blue ruffled dress, by the look on her face anyone can guess that she was on cloud nine ready to shed tears of joy.
As the main designer, it was my first duty to keep an eye on the dressing room. I fixed everything as soon as I can and when I was satisfied with my work I left that room to change in my white gown. I was on my way to go to a private changing room which is only for staff. When Moli arrived, she kept her promise and was the first guest to arrive at the venue before event timing.
As soon as we both entered in changing room someone jumped on Moli to engulf her in a tight hug, that someone is no other than Anna who was looking vibrant and sexy. Moli let out of chuckle and hugged her back. Jealousy was consuming me, they both forgot to hug me, I pouted to them “That’s not fair, I am right here.”. They glanced at me in between there hug and start giggling as if I cracked some joke. Soon both pulled me in a hug saying, how grateful they are to have a dramatic friend like me.
Both of them help me to get ready, we glanced at the full-body mirror in front of us and took lots of silly as well as few sexy group pics and solo pics. Praising each other finally we headed out as guests started arriving.
I greeted a few of our old client's, My boss Mr Johnson introduced me and Anna to other businessmen and celebrities. While Moli was enjoying wine near the bar area waiting for us.
I was curiously searching for someone. Since I get to know about Steve Anna's brother, I was desperate to see him in person. Yeah, my big boss but I can’t stop to drool over him even in my thoughts. The idea of seeing him in person giving me butterflies in my belly. I made an excuse to ask about his whereabouts and Anna didn’t find it odd. As I asked her when will he arrive at the suite, other accessories were already ready and the event already started.
Anna made the most annoying face by rolling her eyes in irritation. “Don’t remind me that he’s still not here”. As soon as she made her statement, I saw a man standing tall in between paparazzi’s mighty and mesmerizing.
He was generous too, as he gave all the credit and limelight to Anna and Sir Johnson. I was staring at him in disbelief how can a man looks that perfect. I read an article about him being "Mr Perfect", though it is quite tough to believe it. He is handsome, powerful and rich, Man like him can never be a saint or perfect. Everyone has flaws no one is perfect.
I composed myself not to appear in front of him as a creep just like other girls, I gently greeted him and hand him over everything which he needed to get dressed. By his comportment somehow I guess he is a decent and warm person.
I was free to go back to the bar where Moli was waiting. She was busy capturing the wonderful image of the surrounding in her big bright eyes, grinning ear to ear.
“You know I am so proud of you.” She said without looking at me, I never understood how she gets to know that I was standing behind her. We have such an incredible connection which I can’t portray in words.
I bowed in front of her, getting a light hit on my head following with a chuckle. “You know Big B is freaking hot,” I said while moving my hands fast in front of my face to get some air and catching my besties complete attention.
“Wow! Big B???? He’s here...??” Moli replied with wide eyes ready to jump off her seat.
“No dumbo, not Mr Amitabh Bachchan, I am referring to Big B as my big boss. Anna's brother, he is walking Greek God...” I said imagining him again in my mind, nibbling on my bottom lip. Try to sound sexy and expressive.
She looked at me in disbelief, “Yuck..... So now you are imaging him naked already...?? He is Anna's brother control yourself.”
“Yeah whatever...” I rolled my eyes just to get another light hit on my head. I love to mess around with her. Of course, I was not planning to do anything inappropriate to him or maybe I will.
“Now I was looking forward to working with Mr Perfect.” I think to myself, shyly glowing with the thoughts of him being with me.