Episode 5

I checked the time. It was 6:45. I had to hurry. I was looking at myself

in the mirror one final time before I get down.

I had worn a dark blue gown with a beautiful net artwork at the bodice. My brown hair

were tied in a neat bun. I had avoided wearing any type of accessories. I was

wearing silver stilettos to complete the look.

*Ivy’s dress for the banquet

Ok! I was ready.

I took my key card from the vault near the door. I walked out and shut

the door behind me and checked whether it was locked properly. I walked towards

the elevator.

As I waited for the elevator to come I processed my thoughts. I had

decided. I need to have my answers. But before that I have to find out if he

remembers me or not.

The elevator arrived and I went in and checked the small notice panel

where they list events for the day. I found that the banquet was on the 40th floor i.e. last floor… I pressed the button and waited for my floor to arrive.

I kept reminding myself not to freak out when I see him.

Thank god! I reached the floor without any stops…I tell you its hell

annoying to stop at each floor… I reached for the door that led to the banquet.  I

stopped for a moment and took a deep breath to compose myself.

As soon as I stepped my foot inside I realized that it was an open

terrace where the banquet was held. The view was spectacular. It was decorated

with pink and white flowers. It was beautifully decorated with lanterns hanging

from the top. The railing of the terrace was covered with white and pink

drapes… Small tables were set with flowers on the top…

I realized there were many people attending the banquet. And that they

weren’t ordinary ones. They had their aura shouting RICH… Everyone was dressed

at their best with women in gorgeous gowns and men in tuxedos… I felt out of

place…

“Ivy” I heard someone calling my name. I turned around to follow the

source.

It was Rachel. She was clinging onto Rihaan as I had expected. I avoided

meeting his gaze.

*Rachel’s outfit

“Ma’am”

“I see you atleast wore something good.”she said checking me out. “By

the way you can enjoy your day as I won’t need you for now. But remember we

have work tomorrow. So be ready by 10:00 sharp.”

“Yes ma’am”

“Hey kids! Having fun?” we were approached by a man who must be in his

mid fifties. He was accompanied by a blonde woman probably his wife. He held a

glass of champagne in one hand.

“Yes dad” Rihaan said.

“And who’s this gorgeous lady we have here?” I was surprised to hear

this when I realized he was referring to me. He offered his hand for a hand

shake.

“Hello sir, I’m Ivy.”I shook his hand.

“She’s my asst dad.” Now it was Rachel.

“When did I permit you to call me dad?” To say I was shocked to hear

this would be an understatement. It meant Mr.Walter didn’t like her. I don’t

know why but I felt happy…

“Come on Ben, she’ll soon be our daughter-in-law. You don’t need to be

so stubborn.”Mrs. Walter said. Now that hurt. It was like a knife piercing

through me.

“By the was Ivy, I forgot to introduce myself. I’m Benjamin Walter and

this is my wife Shaina Walter.”

“Hello Mrs.Walter” I said offering a handshake.

“Hello Ivy, and please call me Shaina.” She said accepting my handshake.

“By the way we have some other guests to attend. If you’ll excuse us.”

Shaina said and they both went to greet other guests leaving me with Rachel and

Rihaan/Richard.

“We also have an announcement to make. Why don’t you make yourself

comfortable, Ivy?” now it was Rihaan’s turn to speak.

“Ya sure”

They went to the centre of the hall.

“Excuse me ladies and gentleman. As all of you know we have gathered

here to celebrate and I would like to raise a toast to the cause that is our

marriage.” Richard said looking at Rachel. “We couldn’t wait to fly back and

celebrate, so here we are. We are getting married next month.”

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