Femme Fatale

Chapter 6: Dinner Date

"God took His time on you, you're a proof that His best work is a woman." - Pierre Alex Jeanty

JACO

I can definitely notice and appreciate real beauty when I see one. I've seen a lot of beautiful faces around the globe, but it was my first time to be rendered speechless and breathless.

'Vera Paige Claudette'. The woman who immediately caught my attention as soon as she stepped inside my office. She looks like an art. So beautiful, so elegant, so fierce and confident. I bet no woman can outshine her beauty. They will just pale in comparison.

From her doe hazel eyes, soft plump bold red lips, perfect curves, skin without any trace of flaws, tall and slim figure, perfectly polished clothes, everything about her just seemed so ethereal. And the more my eyes lingered on her, the more I think that she was born to fuel every man's desire. She's just effortlessly stunning.

My admiration for her skyrocketed the moment I stepped closer and inhaled her sweet scent. Damn. She smells alluring too.

I heard a lot of things about her. At the age of 23, she's very successful and has already accomplished a lot of things. She's on top of the most sought heiresses in the country. What amazed me is that she remained kind and humble despite her being the only heiress of a multi-million clothing empire. She's always on the front page of a lot of newspapers and magazines. I also knew the fact that many people were curious about her, that many people were drawn to her confidence and beauty. Even myself, I admit that I've got a collection of magazines for which she's on the front cover.

That's why I just content myself with admiring her from far. Because honestly, I always thought that she was on the top shelf that remained unreachable and untouched. She was like a goddess whom a mortal like me could never stand a chance.

I'm also well aware that she's a very private person and aloof to the media. That's the very reason why I was extremely shocked when her secretary set an appointment for me, then afterward, saw the goddess herself confidently entering my office and, without second thoughts, suddenly proposed marriage to me. She's not even aware of how she made me so nervous and excited all at the same time just by her mere words.

Damn, call me selfish and all the bad things, but I had to have her. I had to be with her. I had to have her with me. So, come hell or high water, I will never let her go. I don't want to see Vera marry someone else. The thought itself makes me want to lash out. That someone has to be me. Only me. God finally answered my prayers and gave me my chance to be with her.

I pursed my lips as I fixed my tie. Later will be our first dinner date. A playful smile made its way to my lips. I will do anything just to make sure that she'll enjoy this night. I arrived early at our greatest five-star hotel just to check if everything was well-prepared. I made myself busy by talking to our main chef and hotel staff. I'm not even aware that time passed by so suddenly.

And the moment I lifted my gaze and met hers, it seemed like everything around me stopped.

F*ck. I'm afraid that I won't be able to control myself now.

I may have looked calm and collected from the outside, but truthfully, I felt like my chest was being ransacked and hammered from the inside because of the loud and fast beating of my heart. I don't think my heart can contain what I'm feeling right now.

I like how she can make me feel things that I didn't know I could feel. It scares me, but at the same time, it excites me.

My eyes turned darkly while watching her every step. Damn, right. This gorgeous girl will be my future wife. I'll definitely claim her mine.

She even offered a warm smile to me, not even noticing that a lot of eyes were glued on her. She has this aura that could turn every man's head, but I bet she's not even aware of it. She's just walking confidently and full of glamour while serving her high-quality beauty to everyone.

She may not know this, but her soft stare made me tremble. And her beautiful smile made my night even more wonderful. I could look at her perfection all night without me getting bored.

"Good evening Jaco!" She greeted me as she came nearer while still smiling warmly at me.

I immediately stepped closer, completely invading her space, just to lightly kiss her cheek.

"You look so beautiful, Mi Amore. Damn, I want to kiss you right now." I whispered huskily in her ear, earning a soft blush on her cheeks.

That's right baby. I'm the only one allowed to say sweet things to you and make you blush like this.

"I'm glad that you're finally here." I said as I pulled a chair for her.

Chivalry isn't dead. Every woman deserves to be treated with care and respect. Especially a woman like Vera, a breathing artwork and poetry combined. She's a queen, so she must be treated like one.

"I'm sorry if I'm a bit late. And by the way, you look extremely handsome as well."

My smile grew wider because of her compliment. Oh, I heard a lot of women from different ages and different races say that I'm handsome but hearing it from her luscious lips hits differently. Because honestly, no one was able to make me feel the tingling sensations I'm feeling right now. Just her. Only her.