“ well , you'll just have to trust me and I've accepted the offer . I don't want the reputation of not keeping my word .And least I forget I haven't given a response to your proposal of a relationship yet ”. Alicia finally responded her answer seemed to have doused the fire in his eyes .
Dimitri's eyes softened and he chuckled “ I seem to have forgotten that fact you must forgive me . I don't mind you working but you don't need to I am willing to foot your every need and want for luxury ” .Good I have him where I want Alicia thought to herself .“ I know you can do that and even more but I still want to work . And it's strictly business , and you and I know you'll have eyes watching me at the office ”Dimitri nodded and raised his hands “ you've caught me okay I'll trust you but seriously what do I need to do to make you mine . Whatever the cost I'm willing to bear the cost to met any requirement to officially make you my woman”His sweet words tugged at the corner of her heart threatening the foundation of the wall she had built mentally to shield herself from the deciet of men .“ I just need time to be sure and as for what you can do to make me fall for you it's completely up to discretion” .Dimitri smiled “ you're a difficult woman Alicia , but that makes you more interesting ” . The car came to halt at a five star restaurant.Alicia looked at Dimitri questionly he shrugged “ let's have brunch ,I'll like to steal moments of your time today ”.“ That's fine , I actually skipped breakfast today ”.Dimitri nodded and came down from the car , opening her door for her to get down . He addresed his driver briefly “ I'll beep you once we're ready to leave ” .He held her hand protectively as they walked into the restaurant , this is the second high class restaurant Alicia had visited in her life Blucuban inclusive . The waiters and attendants seemed to know him . A middle aged man dressed in an attendant's uniform led them up to a table “ welcome sir , miss ” he nodded respectfully “ may I take your order? ”. He said holding a pen and little note pad ready to scribble down their order .Dimitri rolled his eyes “ I told you several times John call me Dimitri .” the man's eyes sparkled “ of course I will , I see you have company ” he said his gaze on Alicia.“ Yes this the lovely Alicia my girlfriend” Alicia's heart fluttered at being claimed by such a powerful billionaire when the past seven years of her life had been spent with no validation from her ex boyfriend Tristan.“ Nice to meet you miss may I call you Alicia ” , “ yes of course , nice to meet you too John ” she smiled warmly .“ Okay stop ogling my girl , take her order and leave Mister ” Dimitri said playfully . They laughed lightly , Alicia picked up the menu “ I'll get the chef's signature steak and potatoes ”.John bowed respectfully and turned to take their order to the kitchen . “ You're really something you know ?” Alicia met Dimitri intense gaze “ what do you mean ?”.“ You're not like the others , you treated him so respectfully although he is just a server . I've found one more reason to like you even more ”.Alicia laughed slightly.“ I'm a simple girl Dimitri , I grew up in a foster home and I've had to fight my way through life . I've also worked as a server in the past and it's honorable I've learnt to respect everyone regardless of their status and position regardless of how it seems we're all doing our best ”“ Wow , that's really smart and if that's your outlook to life it's a really beautiful way to view people . Where have you been my whole life Alicia ” . Alicia blushed at his praise feeling shy and a little akward .“ So before I go further with my plans of making you mine . Your break up with Tristan is very recent and you were together for seven years , I want to make sure you're emotionally ready for a full time blown relationship with me”Alicia took a sip of water her heart actually physically ached remembering Tristan and as she quietly searched her heart she realized she still has love for him but she isn't in love with him anymore. She now knew she was worth so much more and the only thing the man was a parasite sent to suck out all the bright and lovely colors out of her life .She took a breath , as she opened her mouth to speak the waiter arrived with their order. And they started eating , they ate quietly enjoying the comfortable silence .“ Is it too early to drink wine ? ” Dimitri asked lightly . “ No I guess there's no rules to it ” .He signalled to the waiter “ your best bottle of wine please”. The waiter brought the wine and served . As soon as he left Dimitri brought it up again “ you're yet to give an answer to my question ? Are you ready to be in another committed relationship ”.Alicia took a sip of wine “ yes , I am I've made peace with my past and left it where it belongs ” .“ Good , although I'll suggest therapy I book a session with the best for you every weekend if you're open to it ”. Tears stung Alicia's eyes why is he being so understanding and sweet , I didn't expect this from him .“ Did I say something wrong? ”“ No not at all ” she gave him a weak smile “ you said everything right ” she chuckled softly. Dimitri smiled in response .They were so lost in each other's company they didn't notice the man approaching their table . “ Dimitri , I didn't expect to see you here ” even without turning her head Alicia recognized the speaker and immediately froze.Dimitri got up and they shook hands “ Alexander Kings it's been a while , we hardly see you outside these days you need to come out more often ”.“I will ,I just need to tidy a few more things and my schedule will relax ” he noticed Alicia and arched his eyebrow in a questioning look.“ This is my girlfriend Alicia. She informed me today that she got a job as your personal assistant ” Alicia felt like the ground should open up and vomit her in a safe location away from this akward moment .“ Yes , she'll be starting tomorrow . Fancy running into you two here I would have never guessed . Small world they say ”. “ Yeah I guess ”.Okay “ I'll leave you two , I have a business meeting with a contractor bidding for contract my company is offering . He'll be arriving any time soon .” He and Dimitri shook hands again and he nodded in acknowledgement to Alicia “ see you at the office tomorrow ”.When he finally left Alicia felt like she could breathe well . What the heck , that was random and Dimitri called me his girlfriend in front of him . Not like I should care but it's not an option I'd have opted for .“Glad I've marked my territory , he now knows whose you are ” Alicia couldn't respond even though she willed herself to. She just gave a nervous smile and they continued drinking wine .“ Alicia ?” A male voice spoke causing both Alicia and Dimitri to turn to look in his direction.Of all the odds what was he doing here !?Alicia's eyes widen when she saw Tristan standing right in front of her and her throat went dry . Oddly she then realized how much effect he still had on her but instead of pure unadulterated love , it was tainted love she felt for him mixed with the intense desire to hurt him so deeply he'll question his worth and his pride would be utterly destroyed.“ May I help you? “ Dimitri stood up all 6ft 6 of him towering over Tristan 5 ft 11 frame . Tristan suddenly realized who Dimitri is. “ Mr Valentino I'm so sorry I didn't realize you were the one , I apologise for the ntrusion ” .“ Good , you may leave or do I have to make you leave “ Dimitri said in a dangerously low voice .Fear filled Tristan's eyes “ no …no sir ,enjoy your day ”. He quickly walked away .“ Are you okay ? , Hope seeing him didn't ruin your mood ”. Alicia put on a bright countenance “ not at all , but I think I'll rather go home now I'm sure you have work to do ”. Dimitri shrugged “ work can always wait , spending tim
Alicia felt like her legs couldn't hold her up anymore, the interaction with Tristan had completely drained her to a point she had no more will power and she doubted herself now .“ I'm fine, ” she responded. It was barely a whisper . “ You don't like fine , I heard what he said to you and just know they're all lies and he just said those things to get to you and dampen your spirit”.“ I should thank you for standing up for me , he would have kept going if not for you . I'm really grateful ” before Alicia could sit on the ground from the exhaustion she felt Dylan catch her up in his arms . He carried her in his arms bridal style “ you don't have to thank me for anything , I'll do all I can to protect you from such abuse ”. Alicia nodded her throat too tight with emotion and gratitude.“ Do you mind if I take you to my apartment , you don't look like you need to be alone right now . Especially with what just happened ” Alicia noded her head in agreement . He turned towards his apartmen
Alicia woke up feeling refreshed and she had a good night's rest . She woke up a good two hours early and decided to get an early start on her day . She decided to check I*******m because she hadn't done that in a while .Usually she would only go online to stalk Tristan and his fiance Emily but for the past few days she had been so occupied she completely forgot about doing so . Just before she could tap the icon Sally's call came in . She arched her brow . It was really unusual for Sally to call her this early , she wasn't much of a morning person . She picked the call “ what's the emergency ? ” , “ Alicia you're trending on social media !there are pictures all over the internet of you with Dylan at the club , dinner with Dimitri and brunch too ” .Alicia sat up suddenly “ what do you mean , I didn't even take any pictures with them ?”. “ Well there's something called paparazzi and those men have a lot of them trailing them. Good thing is you look so hot in all the pictures , Girl
Chapter Thirteen Alicia knocked on Alexander Kings door just in time a few minutes before nine .“ come in ” the door opened and she stepped in and just like the last time the man already had his head buried in work the only difference this time was he was typing away on his computer .Well he is definitely a workaholic that's for sure . Alicia said think to herself . “ Good morning sir ” she said in her most professional sounding voice .“ Morning Alicia ” something about how he said her name enticed her; it rolled off his tongue too smoothly . All the while through this interaction the man hadn't looked up from his computer .“ I have some documents I need edited and sent out before lunch , can you handle that ? ” he paused typing and stood up. He did a mini stretch and Alicia couldn't help but notice his muscles flex . He walked over to a book shelf taking a spiral binded document then handed it over to her .Alicia took the documents without meeting his eyes . “ Alicia ” his deep
Alexander's Pov Alexander Kings watched Alicia walk away . He saw the way her face fell when he cautioned her about her reputation on social media . He let out an audible sigh , running his fingers through his thick dark hair .He didn't understand why he wanted to take her in his arms and comfort her when she looked at him with those sad eyes but still business is business he can't let his feelings get in the way . More still from the file he read on the woman ,she seemed quiet harmless but there was something in his gut that didn't trust her .Firstly she just seemed to come out of nowhere now she's hanging out with two of the most powerful billionaires and got recommended to work in his office . He feared she was a spy sent by one of his enemies but he had no evidence , he just had to watch her closely. He carried his suitcase exiting the building he decided to drive himself today . Today was a special day , the foster home had finally decided to give him custody of Alexis after
Alicia decided to take another shower before her movie date with Dylan to beat the heat. She stepped under the shower pressing the button that let water come from every point of the bathroom wall . She massaged her hair under the shower letting the cold water beads cool her scalp . She faintly heard her front door open and she reduced the pressure of the water so she could hear better . And she could almost swear she was hearing footsteps.Fear filled her heart. Could it be Tristan,he was never violent but I'm not comfortable with his presence. Did I forget to lock the door? What if it's a stalker or a bugler ? .Of all the days Alicia forgot to hang a robe or towel in the bathroom. “ Shit ” she whispered. The only thing she could wear was her bikini set hanging in the corner. It's better than nothing , she thought to herself . She quickly put on the black two piece and looked for what she could use as a weapon to defend herself. Her eyes scanned the bathroom and she found nothing
Dylan patted her back while she wept . She raised her tear stained face “ I'm sorry I think I stained your shirt with my tears ” . Dylan produced a crisp white handkerchief from his pocket and dabbed at her eyes “ it's okay sweetheart I completely understand , would you still be up for seeing a movie ?we don't have to go you know ”.“ No let's go , I think going out will brighten my mood .” Alicia didn't even care if her face looked red and blotchy; she just wanted to be out of the house . The cinema is just a few blocks from their apartment complex so they decided to take a walk and enjoy the stroll . Dylan held her hands all through the walk , which she appreciated because of the earlier incident of the day with being social media famous .She was on the lookout to notice slick paparazzi taking pictures of them . “ Are you looking for someone? ” Dylan asked . “ Not at all , I was just wondering if we were being photographed ”.Dylan laughed “ it comes with the lifestyle , sorry we
Alicia sighed audibly “ Dylan but just merely hours ago I …” .“ Don't mention that, ” he said, cutting her off , looking into her eyes. “It doesn't matter , can you let it go, it's you and I here at this moment . Let this happen .Alicia nodded slightly in agreement, her throat feeling dry . Dylan gave a slight smile bent his head towards her’s their lips almost touching, Alicia felt light headed in anticipation .His firm but soft lips moved against her gently at first , Alicia let herself relax and kissed him back softly .The kiss quickly heated up and got intense ,she parted her lips giving him access . What surprised Alicia the most was how hard he was kissing her. It felt even more intense than Dimitri's kisses which surprised her because of their personalities.She felt his hands roam all over her body causing her to moan into the kiss which excited Dylan even more . In half a second he lifted her to himself hooking her legs around him and walked them till her back was against