4 THE WEEKEND

Shelby had been eagerly waiting for a call from Harry, ever since their meeting two days ago. She was now convinced he was too chicken to call her , using the fact that she was his boss as an excuse. Shelby didn't want to portray herself coming off too easy or pushy. Saturday was the day of the week she dreaded most, She always had to attend family dinners at her parents house. Shelby's mum effortlessly always tried to hook her up with every young mama's boy present at their family dinners. Today was definitely going to be different, if she wad going on a date, it absolutely had to be with Harry Davies.

"mum would definitely let me be, if I am on a date of my own doing". Shelby merrily planned her Saturday, with a decent smile on her face.

Moments later she placed a call to Becky, the call was received instantly.

" Hey buddy, please send me Mr Harry's number". Shelby pleaded with her friend through the phone, fully aware of a tease on it's way. Saturday was always a day off work, except in cases of an emergency. It was the only day of the week Becky was absolutely sure a call from Shelby was not work related but strictly friendly. She got to know Shelby as a person mostly on Saturdays.

" I knew this day would come!", Becky answered excitedly in reply to Shelby's request from the other end of the phone. "Sure thing wify, I will make sure to send his house address as well".

Shelby laughed sarcastically, "very funny ah ah ah, please make sure to send me his number. I really don't want to attend saturday dinner at my mum's place today". They gossiped for a while, moments later the call was dropped.

The day was full of expectations for Erica, she was overly excited. Saturday had finally arrived, it definitely had to be an awesome thrill for her. "Finally!!, things are looking up". She observed the dress she had set aside for her date, with the mouth thirsting Mr Harry. " I wonder what his lips taste like". She voiced out her thoughts while sitting on the edge of her king sized bed. The familiar sound of her privacy being invaded, came from the direction of her room door, bursting wide open. Erica's mum burst into the room.

" Erica darling!", her mother called with so much excitement. She was fully aware of her intrusion on Erica's privacy.

"I am really sorry darling, concerning the intrusion of your privacy". She sat next to Erica on the huge bed, then she flashed the smile that won Erica's heart over and over again.

"What will i ever do with you mum?", She teased and laughed a little. " What brings you to my corner mum?!". She observed her mum with absolute love and a little bit of suspicion. Erica probably had an idea on what the reason was, she only hoped it wasn't going to inder her plans for the day.

" Well, your father's old time buddy MR Adewale Robinson, the CEO of the Royal sky airline, will be coming with his only son Jackson for a visit today".

Erica's mum was so caught up in her own plans for the day, she barely noticed the sudden mood change in Erica's face.

"I believe they are on their way here as we speak. I made arrangements for two new dresses, which I specifically chose for you to wear today. One for lunch and the other for dinner. I heard Jackson is quite the catch. He his a very handsome young man, I promise".

"Mum!!", Erica interrupted. "I have plans for today and they cannot be changed". Erica always backed down at the ending of every argument with her mum, but today was going to be different.

" Surely you must be joking", her mum stated plainly. " I hardly pry into your business and it's definitely not because I can't, but only because I respect your space. With that much said, i wish for you to respect my invitation and do this one thing for me. Surely that's not too much to ask from my darling daughter". Mrs Anderson got up from the bed and walked out without waiting for a reply.

Erica was really furious, she never liked getting on her mum's bad side and she definitely didn't want to let go of her plans for the day. "What did I ever do wrong to deserve all this?", She questioned herself while lying down with her face buried in a pillow. "Aaaaaarghhhhh!!!!!, I hate this life".

Harry was currently having a blast with his guy's. They were all engaged in an intense game of football, on the PlayStation 5 he had placed an early order for previously. His phone vibrated on his lap, he took a look at the caller i.d, passed his game pad to one of his friends and received the call.

"Hello, Miss Shelby". Harry walked into his room, with no idea on what to say.

" Hey Mr!, I see a particular someone has my number", Shelby spoke from the other end of the phone call.

"Honestly, I am really sorry", Harry replied calmly, "I was actually contemplating on a call, at the end my thinking took a lot of time, it really seemed pointless calling, as the time I was supposed to call had passed."

" No offense taking, I knew you were chicken", Shelby teased.

" Chicken!, giving time you will realise this chicken does not belong in the edible category ", Harry replied.

" Prove it then....", Shelby teased

" You have to give me a hint on how to chef.." Harry teased back.

" Chef?, I like the sound of that. You can start by taking me to the movies today and also leaving behind all courtesy regarding me as your boss", She was hoping for a yes.

Erica called Harry shortly after her mum left her room, they had to reschedule for the next weekend. At the moment Erica sat next to her mum at the dining table. Her father, two of her brother's and the two guests were presently seated at the table. Erica surely wasn't going to give them the privilege of a smile. Her father's friend seemed like a very chatty fellow, his son Jackson was alarmingly handsome, well reserved and polite. It seemed he was equally not interested in the days events. Shortly after dinner they excused themselves and went for a walk in the massive garden in front of Erica's father's mansion.

Erica tried starting a conversation, " Jason right?".

He laughed, " that's a good name, My name is Jackson and you are Erica", he replied.

" Oh i am so sorry, I am a little distracted. It's probably because i didn't plan on spending my weekend this way", Erica explained.

" In all honesty I wasn't looking forward to this meeting, although the very moment I laid eyes on you, I thanked my lucky stars", he said while observing how beautiful she looked in that red, long dinner dress. Jackson was undoubtedly impressed by her looks.

Erica lifted a brow, she stopped walking , looked him directly in the eye, "why would you thank your stars?. I am sure you have been thought not to judge a book by it's cover".

Jackson was surely taking a liking to Erica, "naaa I don't judge a book by it's cover. Although i definitely pick an interest in a book from a look at it's cover".

"Ooooh, you are the smart type", she teased. " I believe not every book acquired in such manner ends up appealing to the readers taste. It all balls down to luck". Erica walked ahead of him.

Jackson watched her from behind, " I did say I thanked my lucky stars the moment I saw you. Besides I am known to be an individual with an undisputed amount of luck". Erica suprisingly enjoyed his company, although her heart was still set on Harry.

Shelby and Harry had just finished watching a movie at the cinema, they were both pleased with the way the day was going so far.

" I wish the movie lasted a bit longer", Shelby commented sadly.

" We can embark on a different adventure, seeing as it's still the early hours of the evening", Harry added.

" Wow!, where is Mr chicken", Shelby teased.

" I believe we ate them all, while watching the movie. I still can't believe we had chicken in place of Popcorn". He teased Shelby with obvious laughter in his voice.

" I believe you are the strange one here, seeing as you ate all yours without sharing any with me", then she pouted her lips in a childish manner, that made her lips look very tempting.

Harry was enjoying his outing with Shelby, regardless of how unexpected it was. Harry wondered if he would have had equal amount of fun or more with Erica. luckily he didn't have to choose, faith kinda played a part and he was loving it.

He placed her hands in his very smoothly, "how about we check out the virtual reality zone over there?", Harry suggested.

She smiled like a child, while staring at her hand entangled in his. " Lead the way chicken!". Shelby had taking a liking to the nickname chicken, as it prompted Harry to take charge in situations regarding her. Shelby took a step forward, but Harrys grip on her hand became firm. Harry dragged her back to face him, before placing a tender kiss on her lips. Seeing as they were of equal height, their lips met and locked on the very first try.