Chapter 1

"Oh come on, Gi". Ho, my business colleague, insisted on me going to a luxury gathering.

It was sponsored by his friend. There will be lots of high profile people whose businesses are so in demand: people who in politics, entrepreneurs and others.

"I'm not interested in such gatherings, you know that," I said.

"Gi many wants to meet you, they want to meet the handsome billionaire who is still single at the age of 23."

"So?"

"I know you're not fun of gatherings but at least meet someone who can twinkle your blue eyes!" I am so annoyed but he has been his best friend since college.

"When will that damn gathering be?"

"Yes! Sorry, um, let me see my calendar. Ah… yes, it will be on Saturday night, March 15 at 8:00 in the evening. At the Grand Midnight Castle on 5th street ave," Ho said with a smile and grin.

"What's with the grin?"

"It's nothing, just be in your handsome outfit so they may drool to you."

I just roll my eyes. " Whatever."

A day before the gala…

I come to my own formal dress and tuxedo shop. As I enter the shop all my employees bow their heads and greet me with a smile on their faces.

"Welcome Sir Gi, anything in particular you want?"

I look around the shop and land my eyes on a certain tux. I walk to that tux and examine it personally. It was black all the way with a slight glitter in it. It's not too flashy, but it will be a double look if anyone got the suit. I also look for new shoes, pants, and an undershirt. Everything was also black. It's my favorite color.

I try it, and it looks good on me.

The saleslady widens her eyes, looking at me. "Wow, sir, you look very handsome!"

I smiled and said, " I'll buy it."

Then, I look at the watch section. I want to buy a watch to match my suit. When all is good, I exit my store and get to my car.

When I arrive home, I hand the things I bought to my butler. He greets me: "Welcome home, sir. Do you want to eat, sir?"

"No, I'm not hungry. Just give me a glass of wine in my room. I need to shower, and please put a fire in the fireplace. It's cold in the mansion." I ordered my butler.

"Yes, sir, right away, sir."

As I ascend the stairs, I feel alone in the mansion. Yes, there are people in the mansion: my butler, maids, gardener, cooks, mechanics… name it all. I have them, but still… I feel alone. I debate with myself if I need someone in my life… but who? Who is this the one? I need him.

Yes, I am gay. No one knew, and that's my top secret.

The gala day…

Ho calls me to say that he is already there and waiting for me. I answer: "Ok, I'll be there. Give me 10 minutes."

As I descend the stairs, the butler waits for me at the foot. " Sir, your limo is in the front."

"I'll be late coming home. Just input the time 11:00 in the evening. It will automatically open the gate and the door of the house."

"Yes, sir, I will do it. Have a nice evening, sir."

" Thank you, Jay." I thank my butler.

As I exit my house and hop in my limo, I sigh. "It will be a long annoying night."

As my limo enters the venue, lots of cars and people are exiting their cars. They are greeted by the hosts and hostesses by the entrance. As I alight from my limo, all eyes are on me, looking at me from head to toe, and their mouths whispering words that I don't mind.

I am then greeted by the host: "Oh, Mr. Gi Minmin! What a pleasure! Please, please come in! Come in!”

As I enter, flashes of cameras are on me. I put my hands in my eyes, not to be blinded by lights. Suddenly, an arm tugs on me. It was Ho, who was also in a tux.

As the night continues, there are many people who approach me. Men and women come to flirt with me, trying to be with me.

As Ho brings me a drink, he introduces his boyfriend, Sie. He is handsome as Ho. Green eyes, lean body. I shake my hands with him and smile… and that's it.

Ho then asks if I want to go out. There is a garden on the side of the house. So, I go there to unwind from the noise inside.

As I walk to the garden, I spot marble seats. Dim lights to match the romantic scenes, with a fountain in the center. I then find myself staring at someone sitting alone. It's a man. He has his back on me, so I don't see his face. He was playing guitar, and he is singing. I find his voice so angelic, despite the fact that he is a man.

He suddenly stops singing and turns in my direction. He is so pretty for a man. Then, he smiles at me, and my heart jumps suddenly.

"Please continue your singing. Did I disturb you?"

He just smiles with crescent moons in his eyes.

Oh, no, my heart!

It's in my head. I stretch my hand. "Gi. I’m Gi.” He shakes my hand.

His hand is soft!

“Jinah," he says.

I tilt my head and knit my brows. I said, "Unusual name for a man."

He chuckles and rubs the back of his head. "Yeah, I don't know why my mom named me that."

"I don't mind it. It's a cute name for a cute man.”

Shit, what did I say?

His eyes widen in shock from what I've just said to him. I quickly turn around and walk away. I choose not to turn around when he calls my name. I am able to get out of the party and into the limo.

"Please, let's go home. I'm not feeling well," I say to my driver. I text Ho to let him know, too.

When I arrive home, I quickly go to my room, lock my door, and take a shower. As I shower, I feel uneasy. Also in my lower region. I don't know what to feel as I think about him. I shake my head to forget what happen at that moment.

But when I go to bed, I smile to myself. This must be a good time for me.