Chapter 22
ADAM POV
And just like that, I am no longer a single man.. at least for some time before the truth comes to light.
"Can't believe this," I said to myself while chuckling.
How can a person leave home as a single man and return that same day as someone whose engagement and wedding is being planned?
"What! This is fucked up man" I said as I shake my head in disbelief.
What a strange world, I can't believe that I was laughing at my friend hours ago for how foolish he is for settling down not knowing I will fall into the same foolishness.
"Life has a funny way of twisting fate" still chuckling, since it is the only thing I can do for now.
To make matters worse, her family already likes me. Who would have known it will only take hearing my name and Catherine's father will accept me instantly.
Although I must confess, I found it quite strange considering the compromising situation he found us in.
He even considers me to be his future son in-law.. what? That whole shit is still unclear to me. I feel her father is hiding something very big and he is not saying.
Because this can't be real. I mean I do not see myself to be the marrying type, how much more her father. He can never view me as such either.
For him to know my name he must also know about my many conquests when it comes to my relationship life. For one thing, I am a well known Playboy who only uses and dumps women whenever I please.
Although you can't blame me, when I never envision myself to be the serious type especially when it comes to relationships and commitment.. zero seriousness.
I only enjoy their company, you know the sweet company of beautiful women just to satisfy my sexual urges.
One day I plan to settle down just so I can have an heir and raise my child in a home where both mother and father are married living together.
But that isn't happening anytime soon you know.. man. Never! The crap scares the shit out of me.
Thinking about it, if it were to happen now Catherine seems like the perfect woman capable of fulfilling that role and no one else.
For one thing, I love her company unlike the rest.
Formally, I can't be with one woman for more than three days without getting bored, and that is only when she is super good in bed.
But things have changed. Whenever I am with Catherine I don't get bored and the thought of spending forever with her doesn't scare me.
"What is happening to me?" I wonder
What has Catherine done to me, could it be because I am yet to have her on my bed that is why I feel this way?
Well it is possible. The more I think about it the more it makes sense. Once I have her she will no longer interest me and I will live my life in peace.
Today, I am going on a date with her because considering the family she comes from, I can tell they are quite principled and for me to have her I need to do it the right way.
Which means going on dates and getting to know each other. Besides, I want to know the woman behind the beautiful face, and body of hers.
Looking at my reflection one last time, I smirked wickedly. When you look this hot no one can resist you, not even Catherine Shawn.
CATHERINE POV
Today is Sunday, Adam is supposed to pick me by 12 noon and it is past eleven. I have no clue on what to wear.
Ever since last night he told me I have been anxious, thinking both what to wear and what he means by this. I called Kylie countless times but couldn't get to her. This is what she does whenever she is with a man.
"Ah! Typical Kylie" I said rolling my eyes.
Where is he taking me too? Looking at my dresses again for the 11th I still have no idea what to wear although I have so many dresses!
Giving up, I sat on my bed. Can't believe how worked up I am over picking a dress to a stupid date I have no clue how it will end or what I am doing.
" Catherine," I said to myself, "Relax and take a deep breath." Wow, that was helpful.
Now back to reality. Why am I freaking out? It is not like it is a romantic date, It is a date to discuss the way out, that is all.. period!
But, where is he taking me too? If I have an idea it will be much easier to choose a dress.
Don't want to overdress or underdress because I have a reputation to maintain. I would have called him to ask where he is taking me to but that is only possible if I have his mobile number.
"Urgh!" I exclaimed, tapping my forehead lightly.
Why did I not remember to ask him? I am so stupid. All I could think about is how his fingers feel inside me.
"What will I wear now?" I ask myself as I look at my dresses one last time before finally giving up.
I called Miranda and Amanda for help.
I would have asked Patricia but she won't stop pestering me about Adam and how we started dating. I was able to avoid her questions yesterday but don't think I can today.
For now, I need to talk to Adam first only then will I have an answer for her. A knock on the door interrupted my thought.
It must be them "Come in"
"You called for me ma'am?"
"Yes I did, please come in. I also called Amanda, did you by chance see her on your way here?"
"Yes, she is on her way"
"Okay, thanks"
"Can I come in?" Amanda asked, poking her head inside
"Yes please come in"
"So what's up? Are you okay, what with the sudden call?" Amanda asked, as she sit on my bed
"I am having difficulty with what to wear." Turning to Miranda, I noticed she is unsure of what to do, whether to sit or stand.
"Miranda you can also have your seat if you wish." I said.
"Thank you ma'am."
"So where is he taking you to?" Amanda ask
"I don't know Mandy. He just said get ready that he will be here by 12 noon, you see that is why this whole thing is frustrating"
"Why?" Amanda asks innocently.
"You mean you don't know, I just told you the reason and you are still asking me why?"
"Okay sorry, just relax okay. I understand." Amanda said
"Thank you"
"And you also need to remember to be yourself, that is the most important thing." Miranda said.
"Myself?" I ask, not sure what she means.
"Yes ma'am, yourself. Just be you"
"Oh okay, I get it now. Thanks"
"You're welcome ma'am"
"Miranda, can you please stop with the ma'am, I have told you so many times to address me by my name, but you never listen" I said frustratingly, rolling my eyes at her.
"Okay ma'am oh I am sorry Catherine." She said smiling. "Or can I call you Cathy?" She ask
"Yes sure, whichever you prefer"
"Alright, I will call you Cathy."
"So tell me, what should I wear?"
"There is a red dress I saw while arranging your closet recently, I think you just got it because I haven't seen it before."
"Oh really?"
"Yes. Why don't you try it out?"
"Of course, please can you help me get it. My head is blocked can't think straight"
"Sure"
"This is it" Miranda said as she held a long red Hunter off shoulder dress with a sexy high leg split.
Oh my God, the dress is absolutely beautiful. Miranda is the best. I went to her and gave her a warm embrace. I can't believe I didn't see the dress earlier. I must have been too tense.
I got the dress when I went shopping last week, but I bought so many lost counts and don't know which was which.
"Wow, look at you so beautiful," Amanda exclaimed excitedly. I couldn't help but blush.
"It is all thanks to Miranda, you are simply the best"
The dress is tight fitting from my top length and free downwards. And one thing I like about the dress is its simplicity. I can literally wear it to whichever event or location I can think of and still look flawless.
"Aww Cathy, you are so kind. Really, I didn't do much. I just picked it from your closet that's all" Miranda said humbly as she smile
"Nah, you deserve a big hug, you are always like my shining armor coming to my rescue." I said, as we all laughed at my silly joke.
"Now, all that remains is your hair," Miranda chirped in in-between laughs.
"Yes you are right. Mandy, can you help me with that?"
"Sure why not"
Sitting pretty on my dressing chair I relax as Amand style my hair. She packs it in a chignon style, highlighting my beautiful face.
Once she was done, I complimented my dress with small dot pearl earrings and a matching bracelet, leaving my neck bare.
"This shoe will fit your dress perfectly" Miranda said as she handed me a pair of nude scarpin heels she got from my shoe stand.
Looking at my reflection in the mirror one last time after applying the only makeup I know how because I want to keep it simple, I like what I see.
"You are beautiful" Amanda and Miranda said in unison
"Thank you babes, I owe it all to you." I said giving them a tight big hug and a kiss on their cheek.
