Chapter 10

So Ian, sent me a list of movie projects that the company currently is handling, as well as those they haven't considered.

I will give it to you to see if any script catches your eye.

I do have some i've highlighted for you to look at that i think will be great for you.

However, that's not the first thing i want you to do.

I have a fashion show coming up in two weeks and i want you to walk the runway.

After which, there is an ad i want you to do.

I've already made arrangement for it.

It's a photoshoot not a video so don't worry.

I've picked a design for both ocassion for you.

I'm personally designing your outfit.

Since you left, have you done anything related to acting or modelling?

No.

Okay that's fine, if i can remember correctly i was already giving you lessons on how to walk the runway before you disappeared.

In fact you even completed it.

Yes i did, but it has been long.

Don't worry you will be fine.

I will contact someone who will give you lessons on the run way walk before the show.

For now i am taking you to a friend for a complete makeover.

Your hair needs to be trimmed and your body needs to be pampered.

I've already told her what i want.

As from tomorrow you will have a trainer come over to train you here, thankfully there is a gym here.

I never expected you to have curves, but it is even better.

Hope you don't mind any of the arrangements i've made?

I'm okay with everything you just said.

Okay, since you've already taken your bath let's go.

We arrived at the spa and i took Vee inside.

Vee i will leave you here but i will be back before you are done.

You are leaving?

Yes, i need to tell Ian what we are up to. He has to know how much he is spending and why.

Okay that's fine.

Good, be a good girl and enjoy yourself.

After making sure they know what i want them to do for Vee i went to Archer corp.

So how did it go with Alicia; i asked Josh who is sitting opposite me going through a file.

Great as usual.

Is she still around?

No, she left this morning.

So quick, did you guys fight?

You would love that, wouldn't you?

I was about to give him a reply when my office phone started ringing.

Yes Anna what is it?

Boss, Mr Xavier is here to see you.

Let him in.

Who is it?

Xavier is here, you can take it from here.

I trust your judgement on this; i told him as i handed the papers i was reading to him.

And what is it you have against Xavier exactly?

Who said i have anything against him?

If you have nothing against him, what is it then?

It's nothing, i just rather be an aquaintance than a friend.

Besides i know you adore him; josh said rolling his eyes.

I couldn't help but laugh out loud.

Wait, don't tell me you are jealous?

Me jealous, of who?

Oh please.

Deny it all you want, it still won't change the fact that you are jealous.

Yes i do adore him, so?

Josh was about to say something i know for certain will be unpleasant when Zee came in.

Ian good morning.

Oh! Josh you are here as well good morning.

Good morning Zee you seem to be in a good mood; i greeted back.

Good morning Mr xavier; greeted Josh and i almost burst out laughing again.

I am bursting with creativity Ian, and Josh how long will you keep calling me Mr.

We've known each other for years now, yet you keep calling me Mr as if i'm a stranger.

With a bow Josh excused himself without saying anything.

Why don't he like me Ian.

Leave Josh alone, he is a strange fellow.

That's what you've been telling me for years now.

That's because it's the truth.

How are you?

I'm fine.

Have you heard from Al?

No, he hasn't called or texted me.

He came here not long ago.

What did he say?

Nothing much, basically what you told me last night.

He has also officially invited me to his wedding and engagement party.

Wow, good for him.

I'm sorry Zee.

What are you apologising for, you did nothing wrong.

I'm fine Ian, i know you are worried but believe me i'm fine.

I came here because of Vee.

Okay what is it?

I want her to first take part in my runway show after which i have an ad i want her to do before she starts auditioning for a role.

I don't want to rush her back into acting.

I want to reintroduce her slowly, it will also help boost her confidence considering she's been away for long.

I agree with you.

She is currently having a makeover.

I've arranged for a gym instructor that will be coming to her place twice a week.

She is already in good shape so she does not need that much exercise.

I've also arranged for a catwalk instructor for her as well as her own makeup artist.

Do whatever you want Zee you have my consent.

Good because i really have plans for her Ian.

I left Ian with his friend Xavier.

It's not as if i don't like Xavier, it's just that i think he is too fragile and him being beautiful makes it worse.

He is always around Alaric, i wonder what he will do now that Alaric is getting married?

Will he follow him to live with his wife?

Now that his shadow won't have time for him, i wonder if he won't look out for himself.

After i finished with Ian i went back to meet Vee.

She was just coming out from the salon when i got there.

Wow, Vee you look stunning; i said appreciating her beauty.

Since you are done with the spa, let's go somewhere.

I took her to X.

Welcome Vee, to my fashion house.

Wow you own this place?

Yes, this is the headquarters. We have shops scattered here and there.

You can pick whatever you want, shoes bags,underwear whatever.

As you can see, other than my products if you go to the other side of the building you will see other designer brands that i partner with.

My office is over there, you can explore the whole place and pick whatever you want.

When you are done come meet me i need to take your measurement for the gown i'm designing.

I started exploring the place.

A staff was accompanying me.

I started picking things i like to wear, the time i spent shopping alone was surprisingly therapeutic.

I felt happy, free and grateful.

The staff helped me take the things i picked to Xavier's car as i went to his office.

I opened his door to see him engrossed in his drawing.

Without making a sound, i went and sat down on the couch by the side.

His office suits him.

Bright colors, with clothing designs everywhere.

The office is cozy.

Oh, you are back?

Has it been long you've been waiting here?

I just came in, i saw you engrossed in your drawing and didn't want to disturb you.

That's thoughtful of you.

Now take a look at this he said coming over to sit beside me.

The clothes my models will be wearing, has already been decided.

Yours is a late addition, and will be different.

Here look at this; he said giving me his drawing pad.

Xavier this is stunning.

Yes i know, as you can see this is a backless charcoal colored gown with a side slit to showcase your long legs.

The material i will be using will be super soft and stretchy, it will be a snug fit. As you can see the edges of the gown will be intricately woven with a gold shimmering thread.

Since the event will be held at night the shimmer of the gold thread against the darkness of the material will be crazy.

Now this is the other gown for the ad; he said flipping to another page.

Since it will be for a photoshoot during the day, i went for a lighter color and choose lavendar.

It's a perfume ad and it will be shot in a field.

Xavier i am in love with them i shrieked.

Calm down Xavier said smiling.

Since we've got all this settled.

Let's focus on getting you ready for that day.

As you can see, your gowns are superb.

We need you to look and feel your best.

I take it you are done shopping?

Yes.

And how was it?

Amazing.

Good now let's go grab something to eat after which i will take you home.

It has been a long day, and tomorrow will be very busy for you.

You need all the rest you can get.