Chapter 1- Sonia Dean
AUTHOR'S P.O.V.
Time is half past 11 & I'm bored out of my skull, despite the fact the club I'm recently in is lively. The Dodgers, so to speak. Owned by Amy Martin who had it restored from a gambling to a modern retro dance club. Within 2 years it became popular among not only teenagers but family members as well. In New York city, which is quite an achievement. Geez, how rude of me, my name is Sonia Dean. I am a 24 years old, soon to join a college of business with science & arts. Thanks to my savings doing various jobs before hitting puberty. Yup, with no recommendations, support or etc. Even though my cousin Nina Parker, who is the bartender/partner of Amy Martin. Currently, I'm staying with them for almost 3 years, rent free. Nina at first insisted that they would financially support me but I had put my foot down. I had to achieve something for myself independently & to prove my father wrong. My brother Ryder & I are like our Mom, she was good at multi-tasking. Anyway, I was sitting at the bar drinking my sorrows away. A non-alcoholic cocktail, I was pretty much dressed up but I got rejected. No surprise there, I'm going to die a virgin. Just then a tall woman comes out, a brunette with a bob haircut, olive green eyes & dusky skin. She looks at me with concern as she does her work. Nina Parker/Martin, my cousin.
NINA: "Hey, hang in there, kiddo. It's not the end of the world."
I huff a bit while fiddling with my locket, Nina pretty much knew my situation. Then I cringe hearing an irritating squeal from a petite, 20 year old blonde named Imogen Martin. She also lives with us since she & Amy were related.
IMOGEN:(Squeals)"Whee, I'm having the time of my life. C'mon now, girl, loosen up a bit & show your little booty."
I shake my head glancing at Nina who is smiling sheepishly. She holds my hand then tucked my hair away.
NINA: "Don't think too much, I'm sure there is someone is out there for you, love. Someone who shall cherish & accept you just the way you are."
IMOGEN:(Snorting)"Someone? For the wallflower? Puhlease, as if, now look over there, that Bobby hasn't taken his eyes off you like forever."
Frowning as I turn to my right, there was Bobby who waved at me with a smile. He was a couple of years older than me & was flirty at times but has a good heart. He is tall, with slightly tanned, muscular build. He had blue-green eyes, dark blond hair & a charming personality but he told me last night that he has a girlfriend.
SONIA:(Sighing, picked up the keys)"Yeah, whatever, look I'm bushed so gonna head back. What about you, Nina, still hanging back?"
NINA:(Scratches her neck)"Afraid so, we have to look into inventory & stuff. What with restocking & everything, so you go ahead. Besides your generous bosses has given a week off so enjoy."
I smile softly thinking about the Owens couple, I work as a part time librarian. I love working with them since I moved here. Just then I notice Imogen straighten her short beige dress, biting her lips seductively.
IMOGEN:(Fluttering her eyelashes)"Ooh, Mama Mia, get me one of those or just both of them. OMG! They're so hot & sexy."
They say curiosity killed the cat yet I turned to look, making me 'gasp' not far from us I see two tall men. Looking our way though, one looks like a biker from his black leather outfit. He was whispering to the blond but his eyes were in our direction. He had slightly dark skin, long black hair & glowing electric blue eyes. Wait, they were actually glowing? As for the blond guy was of the same height, golden blond hair, muscular build & blue eyes. The blond had this longing look in his eyes. From the distance I can tell, then the black haired guy begins to smile as the other guy nods his head. Confused, I look about to see whom they were looking at. Imogen, despite being drunk was trying to act like a diva. Jeez. Shaking my head I gathered my stuff, wave goodbye to Nina. I duck my head as those two men came nearer, I brush past them to the exit. Breathing in the cool crisp air, relieved to be away from the hubbub back there. Sighing in disappointment as I walk towards the beat up red car. Taking out the keys as I insert it to open, I gasp as my left hand was grasped in a warm grip. I gape at the familiar men, wait did they follow me out here, why?
BLOND:(Deep voice)"I humbly apologize for startling you, love. But may we have a word with you?"
I glance at the his friend who was looking at me up & down making me flush. He must have noticed that as he began to smile, jeez, that smile can literally give you a meltdown. In a good way that is.
BLOND:(Elbows his side)"Cut it out, Hades, you're making her uncomfortable."
HADES: "Aw, c'mon now, Lucy. I can't help it she's adorable. Just like one of Theo's cats which I adore."
The man referred to as 'Lucy', cringes but I could hear him mumble 'unbelievable'. Seriously!?
BLOND: "Allow me to introduce myself, I'm Lucifer Morningstar & this is Hades Cronus. What might your name be, love?"
SONIA: "Oh, I'm Sonia Dean, pleased to meet you two, Mr. Morningstar."
LUCIFER:(Kisses my hand)"Ah, such a lovely name for a lovely girl. But please call me Lucifer. Mr. Morningstar happens to be my father."
SONIA:(Flushing)"Um, thank you, I guess."
This situation right now seems so surrealistic, I mean here I am standing here with two very attractive men. That hardly ever happened to me before usually I would be ignored since I was plain & everything. Before I could ask them more questions, I cringe hearing that familiar squealing of Imogen. She scurrying towards us while bumping against Hades who literally jumps back. I groan internally because now the mood is going to be uncomfortable. Ugh!