The Billionaire's Secret Lover

Chapter 4

“Miss Melton, that was a job well done” He complimented me as he shakes my hands and perks me on the cheek.

“Thank you very much, Mr. Alex” I replied smiling.

“You’re welcome. I should have to reprimand you for coming late to your event but you’ve made up by tripling the sales of our products tonight”

“Really!!?. Thank you, sir,”

“That be all for now, Miss Melton. Enjoy your night” He said and walk out.

Darcy was so happy, she just couldn’t stop thanking me because that also means a raise in her paycheck as she drove me home.

I went to sleep with a smile on my lips thankful that the psychic Nina didn’t ruin my life…..

4. Meeting Michael

The week flew by quicker than I could imagine. I hate weekends. Nothing to do and no friends to visit. Lilian has flown to Paris with Danny to shop for her wedding gown, I was supposed to go with her but I’ve been busy with work and since I just resumed didn’t want to ask for any excuse just yet.

Sitting in front of my TV, my favorite program was on” The Thundermans”, I know you all wondering why a grown-up like me is watching kid movies. I so love it and right now with nothing to do, I have no choice but to watch what I have. I was watching Thunderman with popcorn beside me, when I heard the doorbell, I left to open the door only to see Debbie standing in front of my doorstep. Unlike me, she was dressed while I was just in bomshort and crop top.

“Hey” she smiled widely at me, checking me out with disgust. Looking back at her, she was all smiles, which made me wonder if I was hallucinating.

Reaching forward to touch me “I’m so sorry to bother you but I and my fiance is hanging out and I was wondering if you like to join us”

“Are you sure?” I was skeptical, I know she won’t mind, cause she is loving and kind but I doubt her fiance will like it.

“Yes and don’t worry about Michael I told him I told him about you, and he’s excited to meet you”

“Michael” that name again!!.

I’ve been hearing Michael everywhere I go and anytime I glance back there will be no one there. It’s as if I’m hearing things and it’s driving me crazy.

“Okay, I will just change out of this” I gesture to my clothing, and she smiles.

I invited her in but she declined saying, she prefers to stay in the car with Michael. I only just noticed the red Benz parked in front of my house, wow!! her fiance must be really rich.

I couldn’t see him cuz it was tainted. After ransacking through my wardrobe on what to wear. I settle on a black fitted Straight gown which was just below the knee, and it shows off my hourglass figure since I was of average height. I pair it with nude flat slippers and a nude color purse with my phone intact and my house keys. I locked up and went to the car, Debbie open the back door for me since she was sitting in the front seat and I make myself comfortable in the back and I suck in breathe when I notice the person in the driver’s seat, I can never forget his black hair.

“Nina meet Michael, Michael that Nina” I stretch my hand to greet him politely immediately Debbie made the introduction but he responded with a nod without looking back.

The drive to the restaurant was the worst outing of my life, cuz I couldn’t contain my fury when Debbie keep holding Michael’s arms and resting her head on his shoulder.

They were conversing like couples that love each other so much, I was jealous and so stupid I wish I was the one who was talking to him, that I was one resting my head on his shoulder.

I wish a lot of things, but he didn’t even look at me twice, he was just conversing with Debbie about the weather, about their wedding.

I didn’t want to listen to them anymore so I plug in my earphone and listen to music on my phone. But I couldn’t stop the erratic beating of my heart.

Immediately we got to the restaurant Royale, Debbie taps me on my shoulder and we went in.

“Welcome to Royale Restaurante” The waitress greeted us and guide us to a table at a secluded place, immediately when we arrived at the restaurant.

“What will you like to order “Lisa as her name tag read, open a notepad with a pen to take down our order.

We all order Pasta and begin to eat, Michael tried to speak to me in Italian knowing very well that Deborah wouldn’t understand cuz she’s American, but I was just giving him the cold shoulder like I didn’t understand anything he says. The meal was delicious, everyone busy with their food when I decided to break the silence.

“So when is the wedding” I drop my fork and wipe my mouth with the napkin as I look from Michael to Deborah.

“We’ve not picked the date yet, but we’ve done the engagement and introduction. We are still thinking about the day and month to use and anytime we do that I will let you know and I would love you to be my bridesmaid”. Deborah also drops her fork and turns to me to reply

“Really!! Are you giving me that spot?”

“Of course. Yes, you’re my friend! moreover, I don’t have any friends, to begin with, you’re the only one I know so, yes I would love for you to have that spot.

“Really?. Thanks so much” I said excitedly. The smile did not reach my heart. Who best someone who is getting married to the man you love. I look at Michael but he seems oblivious to whatever we were saying as he typed away on his phone.

“Thanks, for yesterday. It was fun” I smile genuinely at her as I remember the fun we had.

Debbie’s face hardened as she looks at me, she suddenly turned to Michael and smile “Can you believe that Nina here has only had s*x once?”

I was embarrassed, I never believed she could do that but no one is to be trusted except Lilian. Michael turns to look at me, as he fights to hide the smile on his lips.

“She said she had a one-night thing with a guy, some years back” she continues.

“Is that what you call it now, I thought you call it love then” He turned to Debbie and smile.

“Why didn’t you date another man, Miss Miller,” He said as he regards me, Challenging me not to answer. Oh! So we are back to Miss miller. I knew what he’s trying to do and I’m ever ready for him.

“Well there was no time, I was busy with school work then and now I’m very busy with work. Mr. Thompson?” I smiled at him.

“How long have you had a nightstand with that guy,” He asked, trying to hide his smile. I know the games he’s playing but two can play this game.

“For ten years, Mr. Thompson,” I said sweetly as I turn to Debbie who was staring at us like we’ve grown two heads each.

“Ten years is such a long time to hold a grudge, Miss Miller. Don’t you think so?” He said while looking at Debbie for support, she nodded while looking at us closely. I was getting scared, What if she knows?. I can’t risk her relationship with Michael because of me. I try to ignore Michael but he’s no one to back down until he has all his answers.

“I never say I’m holding a grudge. He’s not the kind of person, I can love”. I replied while looking at him. His grips tightened on the cup, wow! Have just mashed his ego. I smile to myself.

“Why did you say so” Debbie ask curiously.

“Because he couldn’t wait for the next morning to say goodbye. He left after taking my virginity, he disappears me like trash” I scream angrily. Debbie froze, I smile sadly at her while she looks on.

“I’m sorry that was a sensitive topic. How did you and Michael meet?” I said trying to move the attention from me.

She smiles happily” We met at a birthday party ten years ago”

“Ten years ago!?” I question softly as I did the math in my head. Michael and Debbie were together before he came unto me. Gosh! I hate him so much.

“Yes, it was after we met that we found out that our parents were friends and then one thing led to another and now we are engaged”

“Really!. That’s good. But why did you wait so long?. You could have married earlier like three or four years ago”.

“Yes, we could have. But we were only friends then. We just found out recently that we were both in love with each other and then we decided to get married.” She said as she stood up to hug and kiss Michael.

“Ten years is such a long time to get to know someone. Don’t you think, Mr. Thompson” I slap his words back at him. His face hardened as -e clear his throat and stood up.

“I’m afraid ladies, but I have to cut short your chitchat. I have one or two things to do at the office”. He signals the waitress and paid for our lunch. As we all turn to leave.

Immediately we got to the parking lot, the valet brought the car over while Michael offers to take me home.

“No. Don’t worry about me, I don’t want you to be late for wherever is it that you are going to ” I refuse blatantly.

“I didn’t say I was worried”. He said as he walked to the driver’s side after opening the door for Debbie to get in.

“But he can still drop you off. Right Michael?” Debbie said, she seems happy that I refuse the ride, though I wonder why. Maybe is just my imagination.

Thankfully, Michael didn’t force me though I wanted him to, he reached over to fasten Debbie’s seatbelt as he perks her softly on the lip. I didn’t wait for them to leave, as I walk down the road to the park which was not far from the restaurant.

I never would have believed that I will see him so soon and in the arms of another woman, happy. I walk down the street with tears in my eyes as passers-by keep glancing at me. I was like a fool in love.

I sat down at the park as I watch couples laughing and smiling to themselves oblivion to the people around them. I felt jealous of them. I never really had a proper relationship that involves dates and romantic dinners.

Even after seeing what Michael did, my heart still beats for him. I get butterflies anytime I hear his face. All those times at school, I rejected different offers just because I wanted to keep myself for him thinking that he will come back for me.

My phone ringing brought me out of my thought.“Mom!”. I call immediately I answer the phone.

“Ina. Have you been crying” She said her voice laced with concern? Have missed her voice, she and Lilian are the only one that calls me Ina.

“No, mom” I reply quickly “I’m down with cold, that’s why my voice is sounding that way”.

“Okay, dear. Have you taken drugs?” Mom asks, I could hear the clicking of pans in the background, she’s in her shop.

“Yes, mom. I’m fine. How’s Shane?”

“He’s fine,” Mom said as he calls to him, I can hear his voice in the background. Oh! I’ve missed my little brother so much.