Joanna glanced at Damien who was still holding her waist. The fireworks kept going for two minutes before it stopped. The evening sun made it ten times better. “I rejected your love and you many years ago. I was stupid to do that but I am here to make things right. To start afresh and be happy. So that’s why I am asking today, will you officially be my girlfriend, Joanna? I would have proposed marriage but-”“Yes silly” Joanna did not let him finish then slammed her lips on hisOn cue, another set of fireworks came. This time it read, ‘I knew it, Joanna. You owe me”They both laughed on seeing this as they knew it was from Sarah. She was not too far from them and was the one who set up the fireworks. Damien wanted to do it the old fashion way and just ask after a little date and maybe a walk in the pack but Sarah said no to that.She knew Joanna had been waiting for this man for so long and now he was here. It had to be memorable and delightful. She wanted her friend to remember it fo
Damien glanced at Joanna, who laid at his side on the bed with her eyes closed. They had a wonderful time together the previous night in his room and the fact that they were not officially dating only made it better.Damien wanted more than just dating. He wanted to get married to this sweet lady right here. He did not want to just date and dump her. Joanna had successfully entered places in his heart that he thought he would never be able to fill again.She was such an angel. He placed a light kiss on her forehead before grabbing his phone to have a look at the time. It was past five o’clock in the morning. He had work to do, so he gently laid Joanna on the pillar before heading into the bathroom to freshen up.He quickly dressed up and headed for the kitchen to prepare something for her to eat for breakfast. Even after making breakfast, he made sure to prepare what she would have for lunch and placed in the refrigerator for her.Once done, he took a sandwich as that was what he felt
Joanna could not believe her ears. Her father was setting her up with someone. She did not want that. She loved Damien and was happy to be with him. She tried to speak but her father kept going. “I checked his background and he has no record of bad habits. Plus, he is very handsome” her father said“Dad” she called softly but the man did not stop“I can assure you that he would not do anything to harm you. In fact, I think I might ask my lawyer to draw up an agreement so that he would never hit you for any reason. If he does, I’ll teach him what I am currently teaching Gabriel” her father said“Dad, you need to listen” she said“So, I will be holding a party next week. It would have been this week but I am extremely busy so I had to host it next week. I’ll send you the location and theme” the man said“Dad, I don’t want to get married right now” she said and her father finally heard herHe paused for a moment then sighed. “I know you are still trying to get over what Gabriel did to yo
Joanna tried speaking with her father again concerning this plan of his, but he was not having any of it. He kept speaking about how he was trying the right the wrongs he had made with the last two he had made for her.She told him she did not like the man and he quickly told her that his personality was going to draw her. Joanna felt she was speaking to a brick wall. It took a lot from her not to spill the real reason she was turning down this marriage or the pair he was making.However, she had to hold herself down. Two days went by so quickly with her still in the same place. She had neither clarified the situation with her father, or she had not told Damien about it. She felt she was walking on eggshells during the two days.In the end, she had to speak to Sarah. They decided to go for a little shopping while they talked about it. Joanna stood in front of the mirror, placing a dress on her body, trying to see how it fit, but she had no smile on her face.“If you wanted to frown al
Damien got home after his day at the office and headed for the kitchen to help himself with a glass of water. He was just about to take a sip of his water when his phone buzzed, indicating that a notification had come through. Reading through the message Joanna sent, he smiled and replied briefly.He freshened up and, just as he was about to lie down on the bed, an idea popped into his head. He had nothing to do tomorrow, so he went to the bar to meet with Joanna. It would not affect him in any way. So he changed into something simple and headed out of the house with a cab.He made use of Joanna’s location to get the name of the bar they were in. When he got to the entrance, the bouncer at the front blocked his path from getting in. Damien did not want to say much, so he moved to the other side to get in, but the bouncer held him by his chest, stopping him from proceeding.“You need to stop trying to get in,” the bouncer saidDamien smiled. “Do I need an ID or something? I can provide
Joanna knew Sophia had only dated one guy in her entire life. They were high school sweethearts but they broke up after she found out he cheated on her. Sophia was devastated but she did not let that weigh her downShe was happy that at least she knew and could end the relationship without having to trust him blindly all those years ago. However, Sophia has never gone into another relationship.Joanna had tried to set her up a few times but Sophia always found something wrong with the guy until Joanna had to finally give up on the quest and let her be herself. After all, she was happy being on her own so there was no problem.Now though, Sophia suggested a triple date. Sophia was single to Joanna so how would that work? “Don’t worry your little head” Sophia smirked“You have a boyfriend and you didn't tell me?” Joanna's eyes widenedSophia shook her head and walked away. Joanna smiled and joined the crew as she held Damien's hand. They parted at the gates after giving each other a dat
Once they got to the venue, Joanna glanced at her phone to confirm if it was the place. It was an expensive restaurant and to be more specific, a five-star restaurant. Sarah had her taste. Damien got out of the car with a bright smile on his face as he went for the passenger door to let her out.After opening the door for her, he gave her his hand which she took and got out of the car. Joanna wrapped her hand around his arm as they approached the door. At the door, the man present sized them up and then gave them a bright smile.Quickly, Joanna told them the reservation code and once it was confirmed, a guard helped them with the door and they stepped in. Mabel and Jared were already seated at the table when they walked in. “Good evening” Joanna greeted with a smile as Damien pulled out a chair for her“You two are on time” Damien joked as he took his seat“Mabel loves arriving thirty minutes earlier” Jared said as he sipped his water“It seems Sarah would be the last to join us,” Mab
Damien walked slowly towards the restroom, darting his eyes around in search of her. He was really worried about her, plus she had spent some time on the call. He had only stepped into the large hallway leading to the bathroom when he spotted her standing with her back facing him and her phone in her ear.“I didn't know” Joanna said as he father scolded her on the phone for not picking up any of the calls from his assistant“Do you know how worried I was?” Her father said“I’m sorry” she apologizedHer father sighed. “Fine. He just wanted to confirm that you have seen the email of all the necessary information needed for the party” he told her“I did” she replied“Good. Don't be late okay?” The man said Joanna hummed, nodding before Damien came into view. He ended the call and she sighed. “Is everything okay?” He asked, rubbing her arm.Joanna nodded, forcing a smile. “He just called because I wasn't picking up his assistant's call. He wanted to confirm if I had received an email f