Chapter 4

　　Hailey's POV

　　I breathed in thought for a long time. It wouldn't be bad having another strong alliance but judging by the fact that I had just left a not so lovable marriage, I don't think I'm ready to rush into another.

　　"Grandfather, I'll decide once I meet him." I said. If he's truly someone worthy of being my partner then so be it.

　　"A blind dinner date had already been set up for the both of you at the 5star restaurant, he'll be waiting for you at 6pm." I nodded and walked out.

　　I went upstairs into my room, it was still ever sparkly and neat. I went to shower inside the bathroom and went back out after finishing up.

　　I saw the black short dinner gown on my bed with black heels. I guessed mom could have delivered it for me to dress up for the date.

　　I changed into my clothes and wore the heels proceeding to go out after taking my purse. Grandfather was the only one in the living room when I got there.

　　"Grandfather." He looked back as I called him, staring at him and a smile appeared on his face.

　　"How do I look?" I asked him to turn around, I faced him and sat beside him.

　　"You look beautiful as always." I pecked him on his cheek after hearing his review and headed out.

　　"Thank grandpa." I waved goodbye walking towards the car, the driver helped me to open the door and I entered.

　　He entered the driver seat and started the car.

　　The car stopped in front of the giant five star restaurant, I stepped down and adjusted my gown, holding my purse in my right hand as I walked inside the restaurant elegantly.

　　A waiter came to meet me asking for my stay, "I'm here for Kingsley Geralt." I said politely. She bowed, guiding me to where he was.

　　He signaled to her to leave while it was just the two of us left, his back was facing me but I felt he was really familiar to me.

　　Just then he turned, smart, tall, confident, aura, and the way his face speaks even without talking. It gives out domineering.

　　"It's been a while, Hailey Norway." Kingsley greeted, taking my hand and pecking it like a gentle man.

　　It's a pleasure meeting you, Kingsley, I responded, taking my hands away from his.

　　I rolled my eyes, "Don't start the day with such a boring introduction." I expected him to react to what I said but he ended up chuckling a little bit.

　　He drew out a chair for me and I sat down before he went to his seat. A waiter came to take our order prior to when our conversation started.

　　"So why didn't you call off the engagement years ago. You could have chosen to cancel it when I said I wasn't interested, why wait?" I asked him the question that bothered me so much.

　　"I just wanted to." His reply was simple and fast. I glanced intently at him, studying his composure and mannerisms which captivated me.

　　I couldn't tell if he was nervous or his expression was just calm. Indeed, worthy to be called the wealthiest man in his USA.

　　"A deal." I proposed. He was looking at me and I felt uncomfortable under his stare so I cleared my throat.

　　"A deal is all I needed. We'll fake a marriage to the crowd and grandfather. We'll create a perfect couple but once we are out of camera, no one is to interfere with each other." I thought I saw his calm expression shift, replaced by hurt for a while but it was covered up quickly.

　　"Our private life will be different from one another and we can't interfere in each other's business, do you agree?" I asked him, biting my lips anxiously as I waited for his response.

　　There was silence at first and I thought he wanted to disagree but he said something else, "So what's in the deal for me?" Of course I knew he'll ask.

　　I smiled at him.

　　It was already weeks since I knew of Kingsley and I could say he looked mysterious and interesting to me. I wanted to know more about this man.

　　The engagement day was purposely set to be the same date with the cooperation with the Frenandro family.

　　I planned to reveal my identity and cancel the plans given to them. Since Lillian loves taking credit so much then I'll give her one.

　　I slipped in the long white ball gown sent to me by Kingsley into my body. The waistline fits perfectly on my body. I adjusted the hand and let down my hair letting it flow down reaching her shoulders.

　　I applied lipstick a bit to moist my lips more before standing up straight. I took my purse and took my phone, I slipped into the heels beside my bed stand then I smiled walking outside.

　　Everyone already left for the party but I stayed a bit because I had something to do. I went into the car and the chauffeur sped off out of the mansion.

　　The car stopped in front of the banquet venue and I stepped out majestically after the chauffeur opened the door for me.

　　Coincidentally, Tyler and Lillian both came out of their own car also, "What a rare sight to see." I thought.

　　I walked towards the entrance but was stopped by them as Lillian came forward.

　　"Sister, what are you doing here?" She asked me. I hate green tea bitches the most.

　　"Firstly, I'm the only daughter of my parents, we aren't two."

　　"Secondly, I really hate green tea bitch especially bitches like you who think acting all bitchy is everything needed to control a man." I said and tried going but Tyler stopped me.

　　"I never said you could go yet." He said. "You are just one lowly delivery woman, so why are you here? Have you hooked up with one of those old men just to get inside of here." He blurted out which made me laugh.