Chapter 3 Hidden Agenda's

MELBOURNE STREET (MELISSA'S APARTMENT)  I had a stressful yet wonderful first day at work, Melissa said as they all sat around the dining table. "That's awesome, dear, so glad you are doing well already," Auntie Wendy said with a smile. How about you, Lory? Umm, it was okay, I guess, Lory said softly as she tossed the food around on her plate. Aunt Wendy and Melissa exchanged glances before looking back at Lory. "What happened, Lory?" Melissa asked softly. "It's nothing; I'm just not hungry. I'll go to bed early tonight; good night, Lory said as she stood up from the dining chair. She walked over to Auntie Wendy and pecked her cheeks before dropping her plate in the kitchen. "Are you feeling okay? Is it your period already? Melissa asked again. "No, just feeling sleepy," Lorraine replied softly, and this worried Wendy and Melissa because usually she would use this opportunity to pick a fight. She walked slowly upstairs to her room and shut the door. Friday Morning (Cassandra's Apartment) This is the first time you are coming to my apartment, so go around and get familiar with everything because you will be here more often, Cassandra said as she relaxed on the plush sofa.In less than ten minutes, Melissa went around the apartment taking notes of important things. After that, Cassandra ordered lunch for herself. "Read the gossip column for me; I want to know what's going on," Cassandra said as she placed the chicken salad in her mouth. "Okay, Melissa said and started reading a few of them. I'm going to have a quick bubble bath before the shoot this evening. Oh, and have you prepared a dress for tomorrow's party? Cassandra said. "I've narrowed down two options for you to pick from, Melissa said. "And for yourself?"  "I'll do that now, Melissa said with a bright smile. Cassandra hummed a reply before walking away to her bathroom. Melissa was suddenly drawn into thought. " Brian" HAYLEY'S APARTMENT Hayley sat down on her plush queen-sized bed, scrolling through the gossip column. A wide grin spread on her face as she read about the scandals her dad had inflicted on Taylor fashionstar on her request. "No one mess with me and gets away with it, she muttered. As she scrolled through, an article popped up that caught her attention. "Brian Miller will be attending the fashion diva's runway show after party, OMG!" She exclaimed, jumping up from the bed. " Kevin!!!, She screamed. "Yes, miss Hayley," her manager Kevin came in. "Get me the most exclusive, most stunning outfit for tomorrow's party; I want to be the most beautiful lady in attendance," Hayley said, and Kevin nodded slightly before getting to work. "Brian, my dream man. He was made specially for me. I'll make you mine, Brian; I love you so much, she said, kissing Brian's picture on her phone screen. Meanwhile, Kevin called up Scent Boutique. "Hello, this is a scent boutique line; my name is Lorraine; how may I be of assistance?" "I would like your latest collection on designer dresses, shoes, jewellery, and other accessories, including designer handbags," Kevin said over the phone. "Would you like to visit the boutique to have a look, or would you opt for our home service?" "Home service would be great; I'll send you the address." Kelvin said and hung up the phone. As he sent the address, two dainty hands wrapped around his torso. He jerked a bit and turned the person around. "Miss Hayley, what?" Hayley pulled him closer by the collar of his shirt and began unbuttoning his shirt. He held her hand tightly. "What are you doing, Miss? I have a girlfriend," Kevin said, but Hayley pushed him to the sofa. "I'm not asking you to break up with your girlfriend; I'm just asking you to fulfil my desires, Hayley said in a tiny seductive whisper and planted soft kisses on his chest. "No, ma'am, I can't..." "Shhhh," Hayley said, placing her finger on his lips. I know you want me; I see the way you stare at me when I get dressed for a shoot. Don't you want to know how it feels to hold my breasts in your hands? She said and placed his hands on her breasts. She was wearing thin net lingerie, her nipples poking out of the wide net holes. Hayley straddled him, rubbing her ass on his d**k. "Just a quick one; it's an order." She smirked when she felt the bulge in his pants. Kevin tried to push her off, but she immediately smashed her lips on his, sucking on his tongue. He grabbed her b**ts and gave them a light squeeze. She moaned in his mouth as he pinched her hard nipples. She began unbuttoning his shirt and unbuckling his pants. He ripped off the lingerie from her body and grabbed her breasts, sucking on it with so much passion. He turned her over on the sofa and made her stay on her knees before thrusting his member into her. "Oh!!!" Hayley moans loudly. "Faster, harder!!" She screamed as he drove her to cloud nine. SCENT BOUTIQUES  Lory finished arranging everything to be delivered to Hayley's apartment and informed the designers. She dragged her aching body to the staff room to get changed and head back home when she bumped into a masculine figure. "Hey Jerry," Lory greeted with a smile. "Are you alright? You don't look too good," Jerry asked as he noticed how pale she was looking. "I'm good; I guess I caught a cold or something; I'll be fine; don't worry," Lory said. As she stepped forward, she felt a little dizzy and stumbled back, but Jerry held her hand to steady her. "You are not fine; you need to get treated. Come, let's go down to the pharmacy; besides, it's closing hours already," Jerry said and took her bag from her. "Thanks, Jerry," Lory muttered as he helped her out. PARTY HALL (8:30 PM)  "You rocked the runway, Casey!" "I love you so much, Jenna!! " Crazy fans screamed as the models pulled up in front of the red carpet after the runway. Jenna came first. Her manager, Tia, opened the door for her, and she stepped out. Immediately the cameras went wild, taking several pictures as she walked down the red carpet. She flaunted her afro hair and brown, smooth skin that glittered in the night light. She had light makeup on, rocking a blue armless dress that cascaded down her slender legs. Her silver accessories complemented her silver designer handbag. She completed her look with her branded hairpin. She looked absolutely gorgeous. "I love you, Jenna." "Your brown skin is to die for." "Look at that ass; I'm jealous." "Your fashion sense is killer." Jenna waved at her fans while posing for the camera as she walked into the hall. Next came two other celebrities before Hayley pulled up in her Mercedes. Kevin opened the door for her, and she stepped out, heels first. She was cladded in a black sequence dress that revealed her back and a huge slit at the side of her dress stopping just below her bum. Her diamond jewellery, diamond studded heels, and designer handbag sparkled as she walked majestically amidst the cameras. "So sexy." "I love your dress, Hayley." "Please notice me." "I would give anything to kiss those lips." Hayley basked in all the praise and admiration she was getting, although she never waved to anyone or gave anyone attention except the cameras, of course. Next was Cassandra. She arrived in a Mercedes G waggon together with Melissa. The attendant pulled open the door, and Cassandra came out. Melissa came out as well, although Cassandra started walking before her. Cassandra was dressed in a red flay dress with mesh sleeves with a beautiful floral design. Her silver-red bottoms, ruby jewellery, and ruby-studded designer handbag stood out, complementing her smokey makeup. Melissa dressed in a short bodycon dress that stopped just above her knee. It had a v-neck, and it had long sleeves. Her gold dangling earrings and matching black and gold purse looked beautiful next to her fair spotless skin. Although she wasn't as regally dressed as the others, her beauty was outstanding. She gave Cassandra a little gap so as not to share the spotlight with her. "Queen Casey is here." "The most beautiful model in all of Tennessee." "I love your dress, Casey, and I love you more." "Smile for the camera, Casey; it's to die for." Cassandra smiled cutely as she walked into the hall. The reporters brought down their cameras as almost everyone had gone in. Melissa walked a few steps forward when her brooch fell off. She bent down to look for it when she heard a car pull up behind her. Immediately, everyone's attention turned towards the car. As the person came out, cameras started flashing, and it caught Melissa off guard. She stumbled back, but she felt a hand on her waist stopping her from falling. She looked up at the bright light, and her eyes glittered at the man before her. "Brian?" Brian? Melissa muttered softly. Brian helped her stand up and walked away without a word or expression. He walked down the red carpet as photographers and reporters took pictures of him. Melissa stood rooted to the ground. She bit her lip slightly. "He's still as hot as ever," she muttered before walking into the party hall. Several dignitaries crowded Brian, celebrities included. Hayley stood at a distance, admiring him. She wasn't alone, as almost all the single ladies and a few married young ladies had their lustful eyes on him. Hayley waited for everyone to leave Brian's side before approaching him. "Hi, Mr. Brian," Hayley said in a seductive voice as she stretched out her hand. Brian shook her hand and tried to withdraw, but Hayley held his hand. He gave her a death glare, and she slowly disengaged and tucked her hair behind her ear. "I'm sorry, Mr. Brian, You must not remember me. Let me reintroduce myself. I'm Hayley. Hayley Banks... "Hmm," Brian hummed a reply before walking away, leaving Hayley hanging. Hayley slowly withdrew her hand and tightened her fists. "Who do you think you are, Brian? Trying to play hard to get with me, huh?" Her frown was replaced with an unsettling smile. "I'll make you sing my name. Mark my words!"   "We have gathered here tonight to mark a wonderful contract and new business relationship between Ava Entertainment and Prime Conglomerate!" Mr. David announced, and everyone gave a round of applause. "I would like to invite Mrs Dolores Sullivan to give us a toast." Dolores walked up to the podium and collected the mic before facing the audience. "Today marks a wonderful event, and get ready because this new collaboration will soon be topping the charts, cheers!" Dolores said, and everyone raised their glasses. Dolores sighted Melissa by the bar and walked over to her. "Hello, dear," Dolores said, drawing Melissa's attention. "Hello, Mrs. Dolores," Melissa said, standing up from her seat. "Please don't be so formal, dear; give me a hug," Dolores said and pulled Melissa into a hug. "Let me introduce you to Brian," Dolores said, pulling Melissa along with her. Brian was having a conversation with some dignitaries, but Dolores demanded his attention. Brian signalled Gabriel, and he took the people away. Brian faced his mother with an emotionless gaze, his hands in his pockets, lazily switching gazes from his mother to the dainty lady behind her. "Brian son, I want to introduce you to someone... one of your old acquaintances," Dolores said with a smile on her face. Brian arched his left brow, a look of surprise on his face for a moment before replacing it again with a neutral expression. "It's Melissa, that cutie pie you always brought home from high school," Dolores said as they both took a seat next to Brian. Brian's expression seemed to have softened up. "Hi Brian, been a long time", Melissa said, extending her hand. Brian met her halfway through and shook her hand.  While the trio exchanged pleasantries, someone's evil glares landed on Melissa. "How is it that that little pocket witch is talking and shaking hands with my man?"Hayley seethed, tightening her grip on the glass of wine in her hand