To Say Goodbye

Chapter 4

Maggie's POV

We are pulling up to our hotel in Denver. It has been two weeks since the charity event. Cass and Mel have been bursting with excitement since we agreed to come out. The day following the charity event, I pre-booked a hotel room for the three of us to share. Xavier said the hotel was within walking distance from his club, so we could walk to and from the hotel without needing a taxi.

I also included our friend Brandi in our plans. She has been our friend since high school. She moved to Denver last year for work and we haven't seen each other since. Brandi was excited for all of us to come down and even more excited about the club we were going to. Apparently, it is the spot to be in Denver. She told us it is hard to get in unless you're an elite. When I told her we were invited by Xavier King, she screamed into the phone.

"Xavier freaking King! The Xavier King? Brother of Xander King? They are billionaires and run King Industries together! How the hell did you meet him?!" Brandi shouted.

"Yes, Xavier King. We met at a charity event. I didn't know he had a brother and I didn't know he was such a big deal. I knew he was wealthy, I mean you should have seen the suit he was wearing at the charity event. It was probably worth more than the downpayment for my truck. We all just sort of hit it off and he invited us to his club." I explained.

"He and his brother are totally gorgeous! I wonder if Xander will be there too! Ugh! now I need to go shopping!" Brandi continued to rant about both men and needing to catch their eyes. I couldn't help but laugh at her ridiculous worrying. Xavier was super laid back and I'm betting his brother would be similar. By the end of the conversation, we agreed she should come to the hotel so we could all get ready to go to the club together.

The hotel room was nice! Nothing super fancy, just two queen sized beds. It was decorated in soft tones of blue and gray. Perfect for our stay. It is only Thursday and we will be here till Sunday. Tonight we are meeting Xavier at his club, Club X. It was only three blocks away and we weren't meeting him for three more hours. Plenty of time to take a nap and get ready.

I had just curled up on the bed when there was a knock on the door. "Open up bitches! We only have three hours to turn ourselves into sexy vixens. So, let's get a move on! my future billionaire husband awaits!" Brandi called from the other side of the door. Cass and Mel cheered giddily while I groaned. I just want a nap!

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Three and a half hours worth of makeup and hair later, and we were finally ready. Mel was wearing a teal satin dress that stopped mid thigh with silver heels. The color made her eyes pop and her blonde hair was in curls to frame her face. Cass was wearing a red bodycon dress that hugged her figure. She paired it with her signature bright red lipstick and black heels. Brandi was taller like Cass and Mel, though she was an inch or so shorter. She was super skinny like a runway model, and she didn't have many curves. Although she did have a boob job several years back, so her breasts were now her biggest attraction. She straightened her black hair so it fell to her shoulders. she was wearing a bright pink strappy dress that ended just below her butt. So her long legs and cleavage were in full view. She paired it with white heels and a white clutch. She looks like she just stepped off the runway.

Then there was me. This was definitely out of my comfort zone. I hated clubbing. Sure, I like dancing and drinking with my friends, but I hate dressing up only for some drunk loser to try to put his hands all over you. No thank you! Not to mention everytime we go out like this. All of them end up leaving me. Tonight was going to be different though, I could feel it. Xavier would stay with me. He didn't seem like the abandoning type and he would surely keep the creepy guys at bay. He was pretty intimidating at first glance.

I looked myself over in the mirror one last time. I was wearing a black bodycon dress that accentuates my curves. Only the top of my cleavage is visible and the dress goes down to my mid thigh. It is more modest than most of my friends' dresses. I wore my hair in a sleek straightened high ponytail. My green eyes were on full display with a smoky eyeshadow and pink lip gloss. I matched my favorite pair of black strappy heels with my dress. I guess it's time to go.

I decided to text Xavier while we were in the elevator heading to the main floor.

'On our way to the club! -M'

'About time girl!! I was gonna send a search party! -X'

'It takes time to look this good! ;) -M'

'Whatever you say M! The bouncer at the door knows your coming, just walk right up to the front and tell him your name. :) -X'

Downtown Denver is alive tonight! I was surprised to see so many people out on a Thursday night. We walked the three blocks and Club X was in sight. The line to get in was so long! I bet people wait hours to get in. It felt weird passing the long line of people like some celebrity. I'm just an ordinary woman, normally I'd be right there in that line. Probably towards the back. As we came to the front I saw the bouncer. He looked more like a bear in black slacks and a black button up shirt. He was probably 6'3" with muscles for days. The guy was buff! He had his long brown hair pulled back in a bun and his beard was well groomed. I felt like a midget with him stanting in front of me and all my tall friends standing behind me.

The bouncer gave me an amused look as he crossed his arms. It must have been a sight, some short dinky woman leading three tall goddesses to a club. He was making me feel even smaller than I already was. I took a deep breath and rolled my shoulders back to gather my courage. The bouncer smirked and asked, "name?"

"Magnolia Shepherd" I stated surprisingly confidently.

He pulled a tablet from behind his back and hit a few keys. Then his eyes went wide and he took another look at me. He eyed me carefully from top to bottom. "Sorry for the delay Miss. Mr. King is expecting you in the VIP section. Valerie here will show you the way."

A burnett wearing a similar outfit to the bouncer appeared beside him. The only difference was she had a small black apron tied around her waist. I nodded towards the bouncer and began to follow Valerie. The girls were giggling behind me with excitement.

Inside the club was very modern. The dance floor took up the center with small circle tables surrounding all sides of it. To the left was the bar that took up the whole wall. The far right is where the DJ was set up. I could see a spiral staircase in the back that lead to the upper level, which I'm assuming is where the VIP section is. Valerie took us to the back and up the spiral staircase. On this level there were booths that overlooked the dance floor. We could see everything! All the bodies squished together dancing and sweating. Valerie continued to walk until we were at the last booth. It was located near a door that said Private on a plaque.

"There are my ladies! You all look beautiful tonight as always!" Xavier said standing from the booth.

I smiled and gave him a hug "Its so good to see you X."

"You too, M. I've been bored since the charity event, but now that your here I think it will be better." he winked. I can feel my cheeks burning already. I moved into the booth first as the girls greeted Xavier.

"Xavier King, it is such a pleasure to meet you." Brandi purred pushing her boobs into Xavier's chest while giving him her f**k me eyes. Xavier obliged and stared directly at her revealed cleavage while stating "the pleasure is all mine".

Once everyone was situated in the booth, Xavier ordered drinks for the table. All on the house of course! Cass and Mel were chating and looking at the dance floor, I was nursing my drink, Brandi was ogling Xavier, while he looked incredibly uncomfortable under her heated gaze. I looked up to him sitting next to me and giggled. He looked my way and gave me a curious look. I leaned over to talk in his ear and he leaned down to get closer to hear.

"I think Brandi has a crush on you!" I whispered into his ear. He just gave me a 'yeah, no s**t' look.

Brandi then asked "So Xavier, is your brother going to make an appearance tonight?" Her eyes were hopeful.

He shook his head "No, he had to work late reviewing an investment request."

"Shame.." Brandi pouted.

"I didn't know you had a brother." I stated curious.

"Yeah, Xander. He is my older brother. He is 27 and runs the company with me. We have been in charge ever since our father passed away 4 years ago." He stated, feeding my curiosity.

"Xander King. Denver's most desired bachelor, aside from you Xavier. He is the whole package! Money, power, fame, not to mention sexy as f**k!" Brandi gave a dreamy sigh.

"So you've heard of him." Xavier gave Brandi an amused glance. He looked at me and gave me a look I couldn't place. Like he is up to something.