Solana's POVWhen we settled in the table it was awfully quiet and I can almost hear their breathing.I took a glance at Alton's side and when he turned his head on me I immediately looked away like a teenager who was caught by her crush looking.I let out a deep breath and then started eating after a while Timothy spoke."Solana I have been thinking, since I haven't seen you with any man maybe I could introduce you to someone." I flashed an awkward smile and then politely shook my head."Dating a man is not part of my plan Dad. I want to focus on my career first and build my name," I said but it looks like he isn't accepting that reason."It is not like you will marry him or something," he said then flashed a small smile as if convincing me to take his offer.I was about to disagree for the second time when my mother spoke."Just met him, Solana, you won't lose anything anyway," she said. I looked at her and then nod my head."Yes Mom," I responded then forced a smile.After that, I u
Solana's POVAfter that exhausting breakfast, I headed towards my room to get ready for work.It took me a few hours to finish since the date that Timothy told me earlier is still stuck inside my mind.Timothy is nice to me but at times he can be controlling and it is so exhausting.When I feel satisfied with my looks I stepped out of my room and as I walked down the hallway I flinched when I heard a baritone voice speak.Upon turning my head I saw Alton leaning on his door frame while looking at me intently."You will go on that date?" he asked so I slowly nod my head unsure if I will answer his question or not."You can ditch that date if you want," he said which made me smile."And what? Receive a scolding once again? No thanks, Alton, I am tired of being nagged at," I said.Alton looked at me intently there is no hint of playfulness on his face."Why do you allow them to have control over you?" he asked. I can hear the irritation in his tone. I smiled a little then looked him dire
Solana's POV Solana's POVAfter my shoot just like what I promised I headed towards the restaurant where I will meet the man that Timothy mentioned.I scanned the whole restaurant until my eyes landed on a man wearing a black tuxedo looking at me intently.I smiled at him and then gracefully made my way towards his table."Solana Reev?" he asked so I politely nod my head."You are?" I asked."Hunter Sullivan," he introduced himself then extended his hand so I took it.Hunter pulled a chair for me and after that, he sat across from me and then called the waiter to order our food.While waiting for our food Hunter had been talking about all his investments and anything related to business which I can't fathom since I don't have any interest in that kind of field.I was just forced to train in handling the retail company that Timothy gave me.An awkward smile is plastered on my face as I listened to his words while shifting my eyes to customers sitting inside the restaurant but after a
Solana's POVAlton looked at me intently with amusement written on his face.The side of his lips rose, smiling at me and the longer I looked at him the more I realized that what I am doing is such an embarrassment.Before I could even speak I heard Olivia's voice and when I turned my head I saw her walking confidently towards us.When her eyes shifted on me her smile faded then rolled her eyes before bringing back her attention to Alton.When she reached our table she kissed Alton on the cheeks."Sorry to keep you waiting babe," she sweetly said then sat beside Alton and gave me a judgemental look.
Solana's POVI stand in front of Olivia and Alton, frozen, unable to walk away.Embarrassment filled me if I would see myself right now my face is probably red because of shame.I swallowed hard and I was about to excuse myself when I felt a gentle hand resting on the side of my waist."Is there something wrong Solana?" I heard Hunter's voice and I thank the heaven above when I felt his presence.I looked at Hunter then flashed a sweet smile."No, I just said hi to my step-brother, Alton and his girlfriend, Olivia," I introduced them like we are on good terms.Hunter smiled at them and then extended his hand."Hunter Sullivan, it is nice finally meeting you, Alton. Uncle Timothy always mentions you," Hunter casually said.Alton smiled at him and then simply nod his head."I hope he used some good words," Alton said with a playful smile plastered on his face."He is proud of you. He always tells us how you build an empire without his help," Hunter said and when I looked at Alton I saw
Solana's POVAlton looked at Hunter intently then after a while he let out a deep breath and flashed an awkward smile."I never expected him to say that," he said with disbelief still written on his face."He is proud of you Alton," Hunter repeated with a genuine smile on his face.When I turned my head on Alton once again I saw happiness in his eyes though he tries to suppress his smile his eyes tell everything."T-Thank you," he said unsure if those are the right words to say."It's nothing," Hunter simply replied then turned his head on me then back to Alton."Are we interrupting something?" he asked after a while."No, it's fine. You can join us if you want?" Olivia offered smiling at us sweetly but I can still see her bitchy attitude.I can tell those smiles meant something.Hunter who is clueless about what is going on between me and Olivia looked at me with all smiles asking for my opinion he looks happy at the idea of having lunch with Olivia and Alton so I have no choice but
Solana's POVWe are still sharing the same table eating our lunch and everything felt heavy or is it just me because Hunter and Olivia seem fine and the only problem is me and Alton and the way he looks at me?I looked away instead of looking at Alton. I did my best to ignore him but my eyes always betrayed me. I can't help but take a glance at his side and he always caught me looking.When I can no longer take it I gather my courage to excuse myself."Excuse me I will just use the powder room," I said. Hunter nods his head while Olivia doesn't care and continued telling Hunter something related to business.I leave the table and headed towards the hallway heading to the powder room.It took me a few minutes to find it and when I saw it I immediately stepped inside and stared at the mirror.I slapped myself a few times trying to forget how Alton looked at me.I retouched my make-up and put some powder on my face because I am getting sweaty feeling all the tension.When I am satisfied
Solana's POVI looked at him intently then after a while I let out a deep breath."I don't think it is part of your business Alton," I said and walked away but he didn't allow me to leave.Alton grabbed my wrist and made me face him.He looked at me directly in the eyes. I saw irritation on his face."Don't meet Hunter again," he said and upon hearing those words my forehead creased."Who are you to decide for me?" I asked a bit annoyed that he is getting on my way again.I thought we have talked about this. That he will stop meddling with my private life...and he will stop pursuing me just to get what he wants."I don't want to see you with another man," he said and upon hearing those words I can't help but laugh."Stop acting like you are fucking in love with me when all you want is thrill and excitement," I said while looking at him straight in the eyes."We already talk about this Alton. Stop using me for fun, I have too much going on with my life right now, so please if you have