Chapter 6

Michelle woke up early on Saturday morning and made a call to the event organizers that were responsible for decorating the mansion. She also made a call to her restaurant, to make sure they were getting everything ready. She asked them to come with the snacks and while at it, the chefs that would be in charge of preparing the meals at the party should join them. She needed them to arrive really quick, so they could get everything ready on time.

She went into the bathroom and took a quick shower. When she came out of the bathroom, she noticed that Derek was still asleep with his long hair all over the bed. She couldn’t help but smile at how cute he looked while asleep. She got into the closet and picked out a black denim short with a grey crop top.

After that, she hurried downstairs and headed to the kitchen to make breakfast. She made strawberry pancakes and orange juice for breakfast and took it upstairs to Derek.

When she got into the bedroom, Derek was still fast asleep. She internally groaned and placed his breakfast on the nightstand before leaving the room, quietly shutting the door behind her.

The chefs arrived twenty minutes later with the desserts, ingredients and utensils for cooking.

As soon as they began cooking, Michelle left the kitchen and went back into the room to check on Derek. This time, she noticed that he had already woken up and had his breakfast but he wasn’t in the room. Just as she was about leaving the room, she saw him come out of the bathroom. He walked to her and gave her a long kiss, then placed his forehead against hers.

“Why did you leave me all alone in bed?” he asked.

“ You were sound asleep, I didn’t want to wake you up.”

“Hmmn.”

“What are you wearing?” Derek asked, now taking a proper look at Michelle.

“Clothes?..” she said, more like asked.

“It’s too revealing. I don’t want anyone seeing you like this.”

He left her and walked into the closet.

Michelle wondered what he was up to. In less than a minute, he came out of the closet with a shirt in his hand.

“Here. Wear this.” He said, handing her his black t-shirt.

“Derek!” she protested.

“Don’t argue.”

She frowned to show her displeasure before wearing the shirt, he then smiled.

“I enjoyed the breakfast.” He complimented, placing a kiss on her cheek. She blushed in return and wrapped her arms around his neck.

“I’d love to cuddle with you all day since I have you all to myself today, but.. I can’t cos I have to go downstairs and make sure everything is ready before Nathan’s arrival.”

“We can still do that.” He said with a smirk.

“Nope.” She said, stressing her reply.

She gently pulled away from his arms and walked out of the room.

#

It was 2pm and everything was almost ready. Michelle decided to give her mom a call.

“Hey, mom.”

“Hello, sweetie.”

“Mom, I was wondering if you could make it to the party?”

“Oh honey, I don’t think my presence would be necessary.”

“Mom, I need you here.” She pleaded.

“I know sweetie, but you have Derek there with you. You’ll be fine.” Her mom replied.

“Okay mom.” Michelle said in defeat, sad that her mother won’t be present at the party.

“I love you baby, I hope you know that?” Leah asked, feeling guilty for refusing Michelle’s invitation.

“I know mom. I love you too… Take care of yourself, okay?”

“ I will honey. Goodbye.”

“Bye mom.”

Michelle sighed deeply after the call, mentally praying the day would go well.

She headed upstairs to get herself ready.

She went into the closet and picked out an olive side slit midi dress. She straightened her hair with her hair straightener and applied some makeup.

When she was done getting dressed, she looked at herself in the mirror to make sure she didn’t miss anything, then she walked out of the room and went into Derek’s study. He was wearing a grey suit and maroon shirt with no tie. His head was buried in some papers.

“Still working?” she asked.

He lifted his head up from the papers and was stunned to see how ravishing Michelle looked. She walked to him and sat on his lap.

“You look stunning.” He said in a husky whisper.

“Why, thank you.” She replied, trying to feign a British accent but failed miserably.

They both laughed at how terrible she sounded.

“Mom called a while ago to say they’re on her way… They'll be here in fifteen minutes.”

“Okay then, let’s go downstairs and welcome the guests.” She said and stood up from his lap.

“So many things I want to do to you right now.” He seductively said.

Michelle felt a warm blush rise to her cheeks. She shyly placed her head on his chest to hide her blush. Derek chuckled at her action.

“You better stop talking dirty and let’s go welcome our guests.”

They both walked out of the study and went downstairs. There were about twenty guests present at the party just to keep it simple.

“Hey Michelle.”

Michelle turned around at the mention of her name, she saw her best friend Chloe.

Chloe is a five feet ten inches lady with blue eyes, plump lips, black hair and a beautiful tanned skin. She is also twenty nine years old like Michelle.

Chloe was wearing a gold studs neck black mini dress with black platform heels.

Michelle excused herself and walked towards her friend.

“Why are you dressed like this?” Michelle whisper yelled.

“Duh, I don’t remember you giving me a dress code… Girl, I’m dressed to kill.” Chloe replied in a ‘duh’ tone.

Michelle just face palmed at how silly Chloe can be sometimes.

“So, where’s the celebrant?” Chloe asked.

“He’ll be here soon.” Michelle replied.

Just as the words came out of Michelle’s mouth, Nathan walked in with Rebecca beside him. He was bigger than the last time she saw him.

Nathan Alexander Jr is a thirty five year old bald headed man, with dark brown eyes. He's really tall at six feet five inches, to be precise and more muscular than Derek, but they were both on the big side.

He wore a sky blue shirt and navy blue pants. He was a really handsome man with a beautiful smile.

Nathan was looking around the living room, when his eyes landed on Michelle. His smile grew bigger the moment their eyes met.

“Oh my gosh! Is that him?” Chloe asked with excitement in her voice.

Michelle only nodded, not taking her eyes off Nathan. He began walking towards her direction.

“He’s walking towards us.” Chloe squealed, unable to contain her excitement.

“Hello beautiful.”