Aisha.

Michael had been locked up in his room all day leaving me bored to death. I guess he had a lot of work to cover up after our little escapade of yesterday which some how didn't end up exactly well. I was hoping we could use that time to get a little closer but I guess he's someone who just like his space. Hell you love your space as well. I somehow cringed at a thought. Yeah, two introverts would never do the trick.

I had decided to video call ma girls because truth be told, I miss them like hell and I wasn't out of the country yet. Hell, I've been here for just a day. They filled me in on what was going on on their side and what's new at school. Later, I glanced through all my email to check on what's new and finding out on any assignments. Lucky I had none yet.

After glancing through my notes, and i mean glancing, I finally gave up and decided to take a walk outside. I didn't know much about Seattle except for the fact that it was the plot of fifty shades of gray and neither had I been to a five star hotel before. I'm glad I got the chance to. I believe this trip is going to do a lot in my life. I can't help feel something very big will occur during this trip that's going to be life changing.

Of course it had be life changing. You'll be traveling to about five countries on this trip.

I couldn't help the excited feeling which warmed my heart and a smile broke on my face. My dad always told me ".. .. traveling is the greatest thing you could do. You get to see so much that the world has to offer. It's a great part in the learning process as well. Because you see the world in it's beauty and diversity as God created it, not just imagining, dreaming and seeing them on postcards or on TV...." . Somehow, in the middle of my euphoric state, a thought of Michael came to my mind which made me stop dead in my track. Why did I even think about him? He's sexy alright but just thinking of him randomly... Shrugging it off I continued my walk.

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I returned back to the hotel by 5:30pm after having a date with a guy called Boris Tazo. Well he is about 30years old, and lives in Wales. He's got really exotic features and a sexy freakish British accent. Sue me but I kind of find the British accent sexy. He was here on some business and would be leaving the following day in the afternoon. We bumped into each other during my stravaig. I was pretty much distracted by the chocolates I saw through the window of a store and boom! We met. We discussed a lot, flirted even. All in all, I had a nice time. I had to leave with Michael for the meeting this night so we had to cut our date short unfortunately. I actually had no idea on who we were meeting but I guest it's one of his investors.

I got into my room and noticed two boxes on my bed and a gift bag. Where had it come from? I moved closer and discovered it was a jewelry box and a shoe box and the gift bag had something silky inside. I couldn't really see what it was due to the cloth covering it.. The shoe box had in it a black shoe which had two straps with fur on the strap which was at the ankle. They were my favorites. The jewel box had a set of a golden chain and a pair of complementing long golden earrings. It was lovely. Next I opened was the gift bag I pulled out the contents and there came out a form fitting black gown with short sleeves. It had a slit at the front and long behind. I noticed a note dropped off the dress unto the floor. I bent over to pick it and opened it. It read.

I got this for you.... hope it's your size and your taste and style. I thought it had look amazing on you. Please wear it tonight.... I'll see you later.....
Michael.

Oh my God ! Of course I love it.

A knock at the door brought me out of my train of thought.

"Come in." I called out.

A lady push in a trolley with a plater covered with sparkling grape champaign. I was totally confused by that. I didn't ask for anything.

"It's curtsey of Mr Donovan for Ms Aliyu..." she replied

I must have said that aloud. I just smiled and thank her. I moved over to open the plater to find a small cream chocolate cake. My God this guy wants me to gain calories just during this trip. I thought biting my lower lip. It was way too much. Could it be because of our little mishap last night? Well he does things in grand style when he wants to apologize. That's cute. I smiled looking at the gifts surrounding me. I took a little of the chocolate icing on the cake and licked. I moaned in delight at its taste which felt like heaven as it melted in my mouth. I love chocolates. But I've got to enter that dress too. I covered back the cake and moved into the bath room to freshen up and get ready for the meeting. I take about 2 hours or more to get ready so I need to start early enough not to be late.

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Michael texted me to meet him down since I wasn't already done when he had finished. Thankfully the meeting was just in the hotel. We won't have to take another long drive to the venue like last time.

I stepped out of the room locking the door behind me with my card. The hallway was deserted of anyone. The hotel always looked like it was uninhabited so quiet and devoid of people.... till you go down to the lobby and the pools anyway.

Taking the lift, I waited till the bell pinged to indicate I was on the last floor. Once the door opened I stepped out into the reception, my eyes searching around for any sign of Michael. A voice behind me almost made me jump.

"You look stunning." He whispered close to my ear

"My goodness Michael! They don't go around sneaking on people like that. You scared the living shit out of me." I reprimanded, turning to face him.

He had an amused look on his face, is he laughing me right now?

"I'm sorry I didn't mean to scare you. You look beautiful..." He said again his eyes racking me from head to toe.

"Oh, thank you." I said, looking away and my cheeks growing warm. Why am I acting this way? This is not the first guy to tell me that compliment. And he's always so keen on staring right into my eyes. And his eyes are so compelling... Yes they're the most beautiful pair I've ever seen...

"Shall we?" he said. Oh my, I had completely spaced out.

"Yeah sure." I said taking his hand.

We moved into a big room with a big long mahogany table at the center and a couple of plush cloth and cotton chairs. It was clean and neat. And all eyes turned to us as we stepped in, mostly on me- curiosity gleaming their eyes. I almost shrunk into myself. My God I hate when I'm the center of attraction.

"Sorry I'm late....Sorry we're late rather. I had to wait on my date and partner now." He said moving to the head of the table and stopping to present me. "This is Ms Aisha Aliyu. Interior designer and my date." Why the hell did he just say that to all this crowd?! I thought we were doing this in all secrecy. He said then whispered in my ear "take the seat on my right." Well that was the only free seat anyway.

"Hey everyone." I greeted before taking the seat he indicated to me.

The meeting went on well, pretty long but open minded. Michael had ask my opinion on certain aspect, and I would interact with many people as well. The meeting finally came to and end and we both retired to our rooms.

"How did it go?" He asked me once we got in the elevator. It was late so not a lot of people were still awake. Strangely this whole scene made me think of fifty shades again. I mentally cussed at my perverted thoughts.

"It was fine. I felt like a business woman on a board meeting." I said with a grin looking at him.

"I'm glad you enjoyed it." He said, a smile playing on his lips

"Oh I totally forgot. Thank you for the the gown, the shoes, everything... Thank you they were all a perfect fit." I said with a smile as the doors of the elevator opened. "You didn't have to. Is that how much you do to say sorry to someone? My God I envy your girlfriend." I gushed.

"I don't have one." he replied.

"Oh really. Wow surprising." I replied. Gosh! that's why every damn eye was on me in that room.

"And it's fine I just wanted to give those to you but I hope you are not mad anymore." He said uncertain

"Of course not I ain't got energy for that anyway." I said waving my hand dismissively ".....and the cake oh my God, the chocolate ohh." I moaned just thinking about it. His figure twitched a little but immediately recovered.

."ok I get it." He said chuckling, stopping my rumble. There was a pause as we stopped at my door and he looked at me in the eye for more than I could hold and note my limit is 10 seconds before I turn away. "You should probably get some rest it has been a long night and we have to leave tomorrow." He said giving me a once over again. Why is he acting weird?

"Yeah sure." I said. "Thank you... For everything." I said opening the door and stepping in.

"It's nothing." He said casually

"Goodnight then." I said with a smile. A thought of giving him a peg crossed my mind but I immediately dismissed it. We're not that close yet and he is someone who loves his space. It could easily get awkward pretty quick. How could you even think of doing that?

"Yeah good night." He said still standing in the same position. If this guy doesn't leave in 2seconds I mite probably succumb to temptation. But he finally turned away and left. Thank goodness. I couldn't hold it in anymore. I shot the door and slid down to the floor while leaning against the door. What just happened? Well nothing clearly. It's not like he kissed you. I rolled my eyes at my sarcastic conscience. I took of my shoe and stood up moving towards the bathroom to change. I need a warm shower to clear my head. My imagination is really playing me these days.....

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