Chapter 1
Kendall Hotel was a hotel like no other. It was a five star hotel that served to those who could afford it. Which with prices like forty thousand dollars a night, were only the rich and famous.
However it was worth it. As the Kendall Hotel was in New York'smost exclusive sites with breathtaking views. Here worked Tonski, the world's best chef.
This was the reason Jess walked in today through the gold doors of Kendall Hotel.
Okay Jess. Today is the day. I only have this one chance to impress omphf -
" Hey! Watch it. " Anger filled the deep voice as Jess ran into a wall. She stumble as it pushed her back.
" Watch where you walk, you giant brick wall. " Jess replied as two oceans stared coldly at her.
Her heartrate accelerated as she stared at the man's broad chest, his stubbled chin. His straight nose and lush kissable lips moved rapidly.
Jess bit her lip. Damn.
" - doesn't look where they going. Are you done ogling me like some pervert? " The straight nose crinkled in disgust as he folded his arms
Jess snapped out of it. " Ogling you! Pssh please..you rude...you! "
He looked at Jess and stared mockingly at her outfit. A large dark overcoat, Nike sneakers and patchy jeans. " Don't worry. I like my girls sexy and with a little more beauty. I would never touch a sewer rat like you. "
The Adonis laughed coldly as he pushed passed Jess and stalked towards the entrance of the hotel.
Dazed, all Jess could was glare at the giant man as he walked away.
She glared til she could no longer see the firm butt of the rude asshole walk away. Then she walked briskly to the kitchen using the signs as guides.
When she reached the kitchen where the interviews where taking place, there was only one young man cleaning up. Her heart dropped.
" No! Sorry sir my name is Jess Wells. Where is Mr Tonski? Are the interviews over? " She asked meekly.
The man raised his head and stared blankly at Jess through his shock of blonde hair. He looked like a little porcupine with small dark eyes and cute dimples.
" Yeah. " He wiped his hands before facing her. " You're really late. "
Jess teared up. " Oh my gawd." She sunk into the chair.
" Wait. " The young man spoke softly. " Maybe you could cook something and I'll have Mr Tonski taste it, how about that? " He smiled at her. Jess sniffed.
" Okay. " She stood and used the sink to wash her hands. She returned and gestured to herself.
" My name's Jess. What's yours Blondie? " Blondie chuckled.
" Fred but I think I like Blondie better. " He chuckled.
Jess flushed. " Okay Blondie. What does the famous Tonski like? Something sweet or savoury?"
Blondie thought for a bit. " I really think he has a sweet tooth. Everyday several chocolate eclairs go missing in the kitchen. "
Jess' eyes lit up. " That's great I can make really good eclairs with a little kick. "
With the help of Blondie, she gathered the ingredients and mixed them together. She adds a little chopped chillies for flavour.
Blondie's eyebrow rose in surprise. " A little risky, no? You are trying to impress the great Tonski here."
Jess nodded. " Yes. It's go big or go home. I need to impress him by taking chances whilst showing my mastery of recipes. " She carefully put them in the oven.
" Well colour me impressed. Anyway why do you want to work with Tonski?"
Jess set the timer and smiled. " He's innovative and rigorous. Actually I want to learn more about food and culture through a master. He's the ultimate master of culinary delight so...who better to learn from. "
" Wow. And where did you study? Is that where you learned to love food? "
" No, I studied at New York Institute of Culinary Arts for three years. Interned at Hermans for a year. However my love for food comes from my family. I'm mixed with a Spanish Dad and Black mom so good was a big deal. Soul food on Sundays at grannys and spicy foods on Wednesdays and Fridays. I learnt to make a burrito at five. Learned to cook for thirty plus people at ten. " Jess got teary eyed while remembering. " I'm sorry. My gran died just before college and it still... "
Blondie shook his head in concern. " It's okay. No worries. "
" It's just cooking for people reminds me of home and I want to remind them of home through good food. "
" Wow. That's exactly how I feel. "
Blondie and Jess smiled at each other. Then the timer went off. The eclairs were perfect. Blondie popped one in his mouth, closing his mouth in bliss. Then he quickly popped another in.
" Well Jess. I think we should be properly introduced. My name is Fred Tonski and I will be your new boss. "
Jess fainted.
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" Oh my gawd! Oh my gawd! I got it. I actually got it! " Jess screamed as she rushed into the cluttered matchbox apartment she called home.
Dona smirked as she sauntered towards Jess. " Yes and tonight you'll finally join me and celebrate your new internship with the chef Tonski. "
Jess brushed her dark curly hair back as she shook her head. " No I can't. It's important to practice my recipes and - "
" No. " The feisty red head shook her head. " We are going to celebrate you and your success by getting absolutely wasted. Now go change out of that and get into my short little black dress. "
Jess frowned as she looked down at her dull outfit. " There's nothing wrong with what I'm wearing. "
Donna scoffed. " Those jeans have more patches than actual denim and don't get me started on that shirt. Now go and maybe you'll get laid tonight. "
Jess laughed. But quickly went got into the dress. The black brought out her hazel eyes, making them more of a hazy emerald. It also molded to her creamy caramel curves like a second skin. With sexy heels and some lipstick, she was ready.
" Wow Jess. You look like a total babe. I'll have to shove the men off of you. "
They laughed and hurried out of the apartment.
God if only Jess knew how true those words would be.