Joseph's POV
I was going to my son , Nick's cabin when I saw Ethan smiling and speaking to a young woman who had her back facing me.
Coming closer I heard the lady gently saying him how he would have got hurt for running like that . Then she offered to take him to his grandfather. I was touched at the random woman's concern for a kid whom she met right now.
She looked a bit embarrassed to not know me . When she told me she had come to meet Mr. Jones , I recognized him. He was the marketing head and was quite efficient. I noticed that the girl looked quite similar to David and guessed her to be his daughter but refrained from asking anything.
When Nick made an appearance I saw her checking him out which was nothing new to me. But she was sophisticated in her ways and did not drool like the other ones I have seen.
I was indeed shocked when Ethan hugged her and she convinced him to realize his mistake and he even apologized which was not a regular scene . Ethan was never too comfortable with strangers. Nick's face mirrored the same expression.
From my peripheral vision I saw Nick taking in her appearance . He did not avert his eyes till she was out of vision.
Currently I was sitting in my cabin looking through the file containing every details of Sophia for which I had to make a call.
Sophia Jones, 27 years old, only daughter of David Jones and Amelia Jones. She had done MBA in marketing and was currently the marketing manager in Knight's Enterprises.
"Impressive" I thought.
I was always worried about Nick. Having been hurt repeatedly, he had lost trust in women . But unfortunately he was too naive to not see through their intentions. He says as I quote ' I don't do love ' . I am tired of his playboy ways and currently that Christina or whatever is always clinging onto him. Her face purely shows what a bitch she is but still he keeps her around, I don't know why.
Ethan too needs the care and love of a mother like every child. I have been looking for a decent , kind woman to marry my son off to.
"And looks like I found her " , I smiled to myself.
I called for David in my office. I was thinking of my plans when I heard a knock.
"Come in "
"Mr. Carter , you called. " David greeted.
" Mr. Jones , please take a seat."
As he settled down I spoke further.
" I don't like to beat around the bush . So ... Yesterday I saw your daughter Sophia in my office. She looked like a decent young lady and I wish to have her hand for my son's marriage."
He took a few seconds to absorb my words .
" I don't really know what to say ..uhm but I think it's her decision to make " , he said.
"I hope you would try to convince her." , I spoke in a serious tone.
He seemed to be debating on his next reply.
"I'll try , Mr. Carter"
Nodding I dismissed him.
Let's wait now..
Sophia's POV
I was currently in my room scrolling through my I*******m feed when Bree jumped up the bed and started licking my face.
" Breee , stop -stop it " , I squealed. I was quite ticklish.
He happily barked and wagged it's tail.
"Sophie come down , dinner's ready "
" Coming Mom " I sang as I made my way downstairs.
"Hey Dad " , I hugged my Dad as he was seated on the table
" Hey Princess " , I like it when he calls me princess. I feel like I was still my Dad's little girl.
It was half way through dinner when Dad spoke .
"Sophie , I got you tell you something"
"Yes Dad "
"Uhh today I was called to meet Mr Carter in his office. He asked for your hand in marriage to his son, Nicholas Carter, our current boss " .
I was silent.
"What do you think?" , He asked with hopeful eyes .
I looked at mom and she looked ecstatic at the proposal.
" I don't know umm I haven't properly met him even."
" Sophie, I would want you to give it a thought."
" We are getting old , baby and we want to see you settled down and happy. " Mom looked at me with genuine concern.
"BUT the decision is always yours. We won't pressurize you ." Dad said and mom nodded in agreement.
"Thank you Dad"
The rest of dinner was spent in a comfortable silence.
I went to my room. Slipping in, I was drowned in deep thought.
I was not sure of this sudden marriage thing. In no way was I resentful of marriage. Just that I had never fallen in love . I have surely dated a few but love.. nah . So I have never seriously thought of marriage.
My parents never forced me into anything and even today they have left it for me to decide. Mr. Carter surely seemed like a nice man and Ethan ..that kid was too cute. I hope that Mr. Carter's son is like him.
Nicholas Carter .. the name's hot enough and he looked good as well.
Just good !?
Ugh fine , he was hot , extremely handsome.
But that doesn't really make a point.
But then Mom and Dad are really hopeful. They had never asked for anything and maybe I could do this.
Maybe I could give this a chance...
Next morning....
"Good morningggg" , I stretched
"Morning sweetie" mom greeted.
We sat down for our breakfast.
I sipped the juice and decided to say it.
" Dad , uhh I thought about it "
He looked on for me to continue.
" I am fine with the proposal".
Both of my parents' face broke into big smiles.
"Oh sweetheart you made me so happy " , mom said as she took me in a hug.
" Yes Princess , you really made us happy " , Dad patted my head.
I smiled at them. I was quite satisfied with my decision when I saw the happiness in their eyes .
We had our breakfast with occasional small talks and mostly how mom has dreamt my wedding to be.
"I will leave for the office then " Dad kissed mom's forehead.
"Sophie ,come I will drop you on the way " , Dad said.
"Okay Dad , bye Mom "
"Bye dear "
Nick's POV "Son , I have some great news for you", Dad barged into my cabin with a grinning face. " Go on " , I said looking back into the files. " You are getting married " , he said. I chuckled ."Nice one Dad " . I waited for him to say something but when he didn't I looked up. His face had no hint of humor. " You can't be serious !" "Oh I am son , you are getting married to Mr. David's daughter, Sophia . They have accepted my proposal." " Dad you know that marriage is just not my thing." " Well you can try . Besides she will be a nice mother to Ethan. Stop just thinking about yourself, think of the little child. " "How can you say that! You saw her once and you think that she will be a good mother to Ethan. She maybe something else under her facade for god's sake." I shouted in exasperation. "Don't raise your voice
Sophia's POV "What's my baby doin -- OH MY GOD " , I heard the high pitched shriek of my best friend Charlotte. " YOU ARE FUCKING ENGAGED " I cringed at how loud she sounded. " Jesus! Stop yelling Char." " Don't . Just don't. You pathetic excuse of a best friend, you got fucking engaged and didn't tell me!?" She semi-yelled . "ENGAGED ?" Ryan walked into my room. Char pulled my hand up for him to see. " WHAT THE HELL SOPH ? ", Ryan yelled with wide eyes. Charlotte and I have been best friends since our primary school days. We were inseparable. She is a brunette , with green eyes and an extremely outgoing nature. Her parents died in an car crash . So she has only Ryan , her brother as her family and of course me! Ryan has a tall lean frame with the same green eyes and dark brown hair. He is quite a good looking guy and is never short o
Nick's POV I was pissed , super pissed with this stupid engagement party. I was conversing with some important business men when I saw mom and dad rush towards the gate to receive someone I guess.. I saw Mr. And Mrs. Jones enter and greet my parents. And then I saw her... I felt like I was knocked out of breath. She was in a blush pink dress making her look almost angelic. Her hair was done in a messy yet gorgeous updo. Her eyes , lips , everything seemed just perfect. She looked so fucking beautiful. "Beautiful , isn't she ?" , Caleb raised his eyebrow suggestively. I tore away my gaze and rolled my eyes at him. " I have seen way better." "Oh then why were you checking her out for so long ? " "Bull shit. I wasn't checking her out .", I tried playing off. " Sure you weren't" , he smirked . Caleb has been my best friend since we were in our
Sophia's POVWhen I saw Nicholas walking towards me , I became a bit nervous but I covered it up and smiled at him.I don't know why he sounded rude when he said that he wanted to talk .I could tell he really was flattered at Char's compliment.There was some kind of tension between him and Ryan . Sensing it, I excused myself and Nicholas .He wanted to decide on what we were going to sell people about how we met and all. We eventually came up with one.Just then I heard Ethan . He seemed happy to see me and said that he missed me. Well no shit , I was happy to see him as well. He was such a cute and happy kid. He looked quite handsome in that small suit. I could totally bet
Sophia's POVThat was it. It was the day I was getting married.My mind was totally messed up.I was feeling a hurricane of emotions.I was feeling sad at the thought of leaving my parents, nervous at the thought of starting a new life with my husband, and excited at the thought of getting married but the feeling of nervousness was overwhelming.On top of that, the thought of paparazzi was making me mad. The news of our engagement was the headlines on the day after the party.The day we went to shop for bridesmaids' dresses , the paparazzi were outside the shop and there were a lot of them. Erica had to call her bodyguards who escorted us to the car. And today they were going to be even more in number.I was pacing forth and back while my two best friends were seated comfortably on my bed watching me."Soph , stop it. Don't be so nervous although it's fun watching y
Nick's POV"Finally my Nicky is getting married. I am so happy." Caleb fake wiped a tear ."How many times did I tell you not to call me that?" He made a thinking expression."Probably a lot of times, but I don't think I care." He ended with a grin.I rolled my eyes at him.Everyone was so happy. Mom and Dad were excited to get a 'daughter', Erica was happy to get a 'sister' . Ethan seemed happy too. And the happiest of them all was me!Note the sarcasm.Since morning I have been in my worst mood. I feel like I am getting caged but I sure as hell knew that I wouldn't be changing my lifestyle for that gold digger. 
Nick's POVI walked upstairs and she followed me. Opening the door I went inside my room."Sir , we have got ma'am's luggage." , a maid said standing at the door."Keep it and leave." I instructed.Sophia thanked her . Why was she being this polite when she was nothing but a bloody gold digger? This pretending won't last long.She was taking in the look of the room when I spoke."You won't be sleeping on the bed."I sounded rude and I sure as hell wanted to.She just shrugged and started walking towards the couch."Where do you think you are going?" I asked."To the couch." , She said in an obvious tone."Did I say that you could sleep there, you filthy woman?" She looked too stunned to reply and looked at me with wide eyes."Nick !?'' My name on her tongue sounded so hot- ugh Nick !"You will be taking the floor." I said looking straight into
Nick's POVAs soon as Sophia left my cabin I slammed my hand on the table. I couldn't believe she tricked me.The rest of the day , I tried drowning myself in work but the only thing I could think of was Sophia.It was around six when I remembered about the dinner. I didn't want to be late and hear a long lecture from Mom. So I decided on heading home.On reaching, I made my way to my room. Keeping my blazer on the bed , I was loosening the tie around my neck when suddenly Sophia came out of the walk-in closet .She had put on a white one shoulder dress and black heels. With a minimal bit of makeup on her face, her look was pretty simple yet she looked absolutely gorgeous.She cleared her throat and I realized that I had been gawking at her. I looked up to see her smirking at me. Averting my eyes I quickly walked over to the bathroom and closed the door behind me.Taking a shower, I