52. The Discovery

Luca had managed to break off from the crowd of people who wanted his autograph and vanished in a direction they could no longer find him.

Enid was right. He needed bodyguards but not to protect himself, to protect the crowd from him instead.

They wouldn't let him go even when he tells them he is done.

After many avails to find him turned futile, the people dispersed into different to resume shopping and the others left.

He knew Nica would be out of the fitting room anytime soon and would not hesitate to cling to him in the public where cameras would immediately flash on them.

Luca finally stepped out of his hiding spot and found his way stealthily into the corridor that lead to the fitting room.

That was where he met Saleswoman Mia who was about to open the door of one of the VIP fitting rooms.

She was carrying four shopping bags which contained the Mermaid X brand gown for Nica.

"Mr Luca, you're here," She said and he quickly approached her.

"Is she done?" Luca asked and looked to e