The Billionaire's Queen

A step forward

“You think you can get away from me boy?”

“You, your mother, your incompetent so called family and anyone you love will suffer because of you!”

These words will always be engraved in Nate’s mind and will only be removed when Alessandro will be removed for good. The man who has able to build his own empire, every person who tries to defy him has suffered but Alessandro is gonna take lot more than Nate’s usual tactics. Nate is well aware of that and that’s why his desk is filled with documents concerning Alessandro even remotely. Since, the night at club he and his men had already got their hands on Alessandro’s sources.

 Whenever Nate thinks about his life it has never been easy but there are people he will always be thankful to prevent him from going dark side. He can’t even stand the thought of someone hurting his family but as this thought goes through his mind one more face makes its way; Liv. The night at the club has been one of the best nights of Nate’s life and he even barely had proper conversation with her. He looks at the last text message Liv sent him.

Have a good day, Nate.

 Liv.

Nathaniel's POV

 I decided to text her and get a chance to know her more, but was still filled with hesitation but decided against it and pressed send on the screen.

Hi, pretty stranger.

Still the thought of getting Liv in danger has not left my mind. When Mason confirmed that the club was clear that night, finally I was able to calm down a bit. After 5 minutes my phone buzzed.

Hi, stranger.

God just talking to her is so calming, I can’t begin to imagine what being there with her real time is gonna do to me and I am tempted to find that very soon. I assured myself that day will soon come and settled with taking things slow.

How are you doing today, Liv?

 Fine, just arrived home Nate.

 From?

 Agency, I had some matters with discuss.

 Oh great. So what are your plans for tonight?

Good with taking things slow, Nate. My minds teased me. Liv really makes me lose control and take rash decision and whether that’s a good or a bad thing that’s yet to be determined.

Boarding a flight.

A message appeared on my screen.

Can I ask where to?

 Italy, I have a schedule there.

She is a supermodel travelling will be frequent for her, I really have to see her work and made a mental note of that.

Then you should rest and when you return back I would like to know where we are about “hanging out sometime.”

 Sure.

Her use of wink emoji made me sign in relief that whatever is going on is both sided. I still remember how happy I was when she gave me her number and agreed to hangout.

Have a safe journey.

I was about to back to work when I got a call from my mother.

“Nathaniel do you remember you have a mother?” My mother asked me trying to be mad at me.

 “Mom everything OK.” I got concerned with the call

 “Of course, everything’s fine. I just called to inform that you are coming to have dinner with us, Charles and Emma miss you and it’s been long you have been home.”

 “Alright Mom. I will be there.”

 “Good boy.” My mom cooed and hung up.

I smiled to myself only my family make me feel alive again and Liv is making this possible with only a conversation. It’s really been long I have been home I do miss them too. But I can’t let myself get distracted before I solve the problem. I called Mason and told him to tighten the security around my family. My phone buzzed notifying me a message from Liv with two smileys. 

Olivia's POV

 Receiving a message from Nate made me feel weird things in my heart. All the exhaustion I had from the long day at the agency went away with a poof. Get a grip, girl my mind warned me. I guess I am losing my grip when it comes to Nate. Talking to him is effortless. He is never overbearing and he always makes sure he never oversteps his boundaries. Only thing I wish is that this remains the same.

 My fears of instability, lack of commitment was starting to kick in but I don’t want the thing with Nate to end with my insecurities. I don’t need to get ahead of myself he asked me to go out with him after I return and I still have one week to decide. Now I just need to focus on my show and see how things pans out with Nate.

Italy is like a place of art and every time I am here it’s always refreshing; this show is very important for my career. If I am able to make an impression in his fashion week then my chance of becoming a Victoria secret angel will increase by 80%. I really hope that everything goes according to the plan.

 I get settled in my hotel room and decided to get a nap to manage the time difference between USA and Italy. The fashion week will begin tomorrow and I will be walking for Dolce and Gabbana. I need to get my beauty sleep to be in my true form tomorrow. As I was about to turn the lights down. My phone vibrated and it was Nate. A smile appeared on my face.

I hope you had a safe journey. Get rest and have a great show tomorrow.

I thanked him with a text message and laid down for a nap.

I woke up and started to get ready for the pre-shoot. In this shoot we will decide what sequence I will be walking and all promotional shots will be clicked. I reached the set with my manager; Alex and assistant Ava. Alex and Ava have been with me since the day I was scouted by elite management agency and have played a pivotal role in achieving my milestone.

“Liv, this is a great opportunity you need to give all in.” Alex stated as we reached the backstage of the studio.

 “Yup, I understand I won’t let you down.” Ava and Alex beamed at me and dress fitting started.

Till the shoot was over I was tired and was in a dire need of hot shower. I went to my room bidding Alex and Ava a good night. I took a long hot shower and went through all the schedules for tomorrow; I can’t afford to make a mistake. As I turned on my phone, there was a text message from Nate and I could not wait to reply.

How was your day?

 It was tiring but productive. What about yours?

 I don’t why but talking to him felt right. My phone suddenly rang and it was Nate. Suddenly I started to get nervous talking on a text message and call are two different things and I don’t think I am ready to talk to him on call but….

 I gathered the courage and picked up the call. His deep baritone husky voice rang through my ear which was more than enough to attract me the first time. I don’t even know what I should talk to him.

“Hi, Olivia” God his voice.

 “Hi, Nathaniel”

 “I missed your voice since the night at club.” Is he trying to flirt with me? Now what am I supposed to say.

 “Uh-huh! So how’s your day going?”  I tried to change the subject and thank god it worked.

 “It pretty much filled meetings, files and same old same old.”

 “It looks like an exhausting day to me.”

 “Yeah but talking to you is helping.” Even though he was flirting with me his voice hold a truth in them.

 “Well I am glad to hear that.”

 “So how’s the preparation for the show going?” He asked me as a sound of door opening and closing was heard in the background.

 “It’s pretty good actually. This fashion week is kind of a big deal for me and I am really trying to not leave any stone unturned.”

 “I am sure you will be do a great job there, Olivia. You need to get your beauty sleep; I won’t keep you up for long.”

With that we said goodbye and hung up the call. This was the first time I ever talked to someone outside my industry about my work. That’s how easy he makes it for me to open to him. I was about to go to sleep when a text message appeared.

Good luck

 Olivia

Today is the big day and the backstage of the show is filled with models, designers and makeup artists. Everyone is here for the bog show and to grab the chance of being a Victoria secret angel. Alex is coordinating with the organizers and Ava is beside me helping with my dress. I am dressed in a tribal dress with a hint of modern art for my first sequence. For the next sequence I have to wear a long gown with a tote bag of dolce and gabbana and for the final sequence a beige jumpsuit for the casual collection.

 As I entered the runway, it was filled with people from great brands, organization waiting for the models to walk down the aisle. I was in third place in the first sequence, now was the time to show them who Olivia Smith is….

Third person's POV

 With the clicking of cameras all around me and beat paying she walked the runway like she owned it and was definitely able to leave an impression on the people downstage. Her personality, her way of carrying herself, every outfit would portray a story just by her walk. Audience from all around the world were present there and she left a great impact on every single one of them. 

The first day was clearly win for her as she got invited for a meeting with Victoria secret representative. 

Nathaniel's POV

It’s really been long since I have been here at my parent’s house. My mother, Adriana Knight is waiting for me to join the table for dinner. My brother Daniel and Sister Emma are already there and my father; Charles Knight is sitting at the head of the table. I hugged my mom and Emma and nodded to my dad; sat beside Daniel.

“How have you been, Nathaniel?” My mom still likes to call me Nathaniel.

 “Everything is fine, Mom.” I replied as we started to have our dinner.

 “The security details, Nate...” My dad finally broke the silence and I knew what he was about to say. So, I interrupted and said

“It’s just a precautionary measure, dad. There’s nothing to worry about.” I tried to convince them but mom and dad don’t seem to trust me on this.

 “You know you can share it with us, you don’t have to shoulder everything on your own, Nate. Just know that we are here.” I nodded.

After dinner I was talking to my sister about her college and Paris when my mom called me.

“Nathaniel, could you come here for a minute?”

 “What is it mom?” she was sitting near her bonsai trees in the backyard.

 “I know you will never tell us even if something is wrong or bothering you. It has been like that for long time.” I was about to interrupted but she beat me to it.

 “Let me speak first. Nathaniel, you have grown up well and build this great life for yourself but remember you will always be my baby boy. I know some is bothering you and we hope we could help. My past decisions has made you so isolated I can’t see you like this Nathaniel. I want you to be happy in your life.”

 “Mom no nothing is your fault in this you are the only reason I am here and I am happy. Just some dark clouds which we need to overcome then nothing will ever be wrong and please don’t blame yourself, Mom.” I comforted her with a hug as tears were pooled in her eyes. 

 “And I am not alone I have you all” and Olivia. Her thought entered my mind and it was true she was becoming my peace and happiness.

 After the conversation I took a farewell from my parents as promised them I will visit again.

 It’s been one week since Olivia and Nate started to talk to each other. They would converse about their day, Liv would send shots from her shoot, and Nate would keep her company till she went to sleep. It was a great week for both of them.

 But a big question was awaiting for Nate and Liv. Did they wanted this to be more than few chats or not? Will both of them be able to overcome their walls and agree to go out?

 Nate took the opportunity to ask Liv on a date and Liv was contemplated to say yes or no and she said…..