Pitch Black
Kelly’s POV
I was having a conversation with Chris but my mind kept on wandering to Pierce’s place. I couldn’t help but to glance at his direction and everytime I did, I’d always catch him looking at me as if he’s waiting for me to look at him. I don’t understand him anymore. He asked for a divorce because his first love is back and he still loves her, but what did he tell me? He’s not dating Lexi?
“I’m really sorry about the bouquet, Kelly. I dic ‘t know it would create a misunderstanding.”
I gave Chris an awkward smile. “It’s okay. I just hope we can clarify our relationship next time because, you know, it will create a misunderstanding.”
He smiled apologetically. “If only I can explain it to every employee in your
company.”
“Ladies and gentlemen, may have your attention, please? Good evening…”
Our conversation was interrupted when my assistant went up to the mini stage and greeted everyone. She’s the one incharge to be the host for tonight’s party.
I grabbed a ladies drink but I immediately paused and put it back on the tray. grabbed an orange juice and sipped on it before looking at the mini stage again.
“We are pleased to have everyone in this important event. Tonight is the 60th anniversary of ADE. Cheers to another year!”
I smiled and lifted my glass. I smiled at Chris too before sipping on my juice but I coughed in shock when I found Pierce’s eyes on me again. I can’t believe he’s still watching me. Even Lexi is looking in my direction now and I feel like she noticed that she’s talking to the air for the whole time now.
“You okay, Kelly?” Chris handed me a handkerchief.
I shook my head and wiped my lips with my own handkerchief. I noticed Chris‘ problematic expression as he stared at my lips and that’s when I realized that I’m not wearing my kiss proof lipstick because it’s still missing.
“Uh…your lips…” He said, almost a whisper.
I chuckled. “Sorry.”
I was about to wipe my own lips when someone suddenly appeared in front of me, snatched the handkerchief in my hand and gently wiped my lips.
I was shocked to see Pierce standing in front of me with a creased forehead. His eyes were darkly staring at my lips while he’s wiping it very gently.
“Pierce…”
“Gimme your lipstick. You will be called to the stage any minute from now,” Pierce said with a bit of irritation in his tone.
I took my lipstick out, planning to put some on my lips but Pierce took it from my fingers and held my chin to keep me in place.
“Chris-”
“Let us call the Vice President to the stage for a heartwarming message. Miss Kelly Monroe, everyone, the Vice President of the ADE.”
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