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Billionaire's Heart: Chapter 4: Fashion Emergency
Chapter 4: Fashion Emergency
Noah had an anxious expression on his face after hanging up that call.
Noah: We have to go now!
Lia: What happened?
Noah: It's the runway show. They're on the verge of canceling it
Lia: Why would they do that! The new line is supposed to debut at the show this afternoon!
Noah: I know but, there is a misunderstanding between the owner of the building and the modeling agency. The woner is threatening to put them all out. We have to leave now!
She quickly grabbed her things and followed Noah out the door. As soon as Lia and Noah entered the warehouse where the show was being held, a frazzled women hurried over to her.
Manager: Oh, thank God you're here! This is an utter disaster!
Noah: What happened?
Manager: The owner didn't clear the space backstage like he agreed to do in the contract. There were heavy boxes full of junk back there! The models tried to move them so they could get ready and a couple fell. Our frontrunner sprained her ankle.
Lia: Oh no, is she alright?
Manager: Well she can't walk without crutches, but otherwise, she's ok
Noah: The boxes belong to the owner?
Manager: Yes, and when I confronted him about the breach of contract and the hurt models, he threatened to cancel the show!
Noah: Where are they?
Manager: they're all still backstage arguing!
Noah: Let's go Lia. You talk to the models. I'm sure they'd feel more comfortable with you!
Lia: Yes Ofcourse! I'll handle that!
She flashed Noah a confident smile.
Lia: He's trusting me with a big job, I can't let him down!
Manager: Follow me!
Lia, Noah and the stage manager rushed backstage. From the moment Lia entered the room, the models came at her from every side.
Model 1: This is ridiculous! I've never been treated so poorly on any job I've been to!
Model 2: I expect full compensation for my time, but I refuse to go on with this show!
Model: 3 I can't believe my agent would book me with such an unprofessional company! I'm definitely going to have a talk with him!
Manager: See what I mean? I don't know what to do!
Lia: This could become really bad press for the company. I need to squash all of this before it comes back on Noah!
Lia standing quietly while Noah jumps into action. After a few moments, the owner backed down and called someone to clear out the boxes.
Noah: Well! looks like that's all taken care of. The show must go on.
Manager: Then let's get you ladies to hair and makeup, ASAP!
As the ladies filed off one by one, the manager looked back at Lia.
Manager: There's still the problem of our top model. Since she can't walk, we need to fill that spot.
Lia: Perhaps we can call the agency and see if they can send someone else over?
Manger: There's no time for that! We're already running away behind because of the problem with the owner. By the time another model can get here, it'll be too late to get her into hair and makeup.
Lia: Well we have to do something, we can't do the show without a top model!
Manager: Well ......
Lia: Well, what?
Manager: What If you walked in her place?
Lia: What? You think I could walk a runway?
Manager: Just hear me out. You're about her size and have a very similar looks to the model! I think it's perfect ! There's a room full of models back there. I'm sure they can give you some pointers!
Lia: ........
Model 1: Oh yes! we can definitely help!
Model 2: Ofcourse. Besides once you see the dress, you'll realize it was practically made for you !
Manager: Please you're our best hope. Just try on the dress at least
Lia: Fine, I'll try on the dress. But it doesn't mean I'm going to walk in the show!
The manager beamed her appriciation at you and leads she and Noah to a clothing rack in the back. She slipped behind the curtain of the small dressing area and put on the dress.
Lia: Ok if I'm being totally honest, this dress does look pretty amazing on me!
When she emerged, the manager's eyes lit up, But Noah's face remained stoic!
Manager: You look stunning! Better even than the model did! It's as if this dress was made for you!
Model 2: See what did I tell you? You look stunning, Lia!
Manager: What do you think Mr. Kason?
She looked at Noah, feeling slightly self-conscious. It doesn't help that his face hasn't even cracked a smile since she put on the dress.
Noah: I suppose it will have to do since we don't have time to call for another model!
Lia: Well that's hardly a compliment!
The manger let out a sigh, grateful to have avoided the wrath of Noah Kason. Noah steped closer to her, pretending to fix her hair as part of the job! But instead, he gently brushed a stray of hair from your her face. As his fingers caressed her cheek, she heard:
Noah: And here I thought she couldn't look more beautiful before! But seeing her in this dress ..... showing this much skin, may be my undoing with her!
Lia: ....... Now that's a compliment!
Manger: So will you do it Lia? Will you walk in the show?
She looked over at Noah to see his hopeful expression.
Lia: I'm sorry, I don't think I'm the right person! I'm a little clumsy and I don't want to risk ruining the show!
Manager: Well, I guess I'll have to ask one of the hair stylists if she'd be able to do it!
Noah: Hopefully she'll be willing. We absolutely cannot cancel this show!
The manger nodded and rushed off towards hair and makeup while Lia stepped back behind the curtains to change.
It's show time. Lia and Noah seated in the audinece. Thankfully the show went on perfectly, without any more problems. After the Show, Lia spotted Noah talking with an investor and made her way over to them.
Lia: Well, that turned out surprisingly well, all things considered!
Noah's face brightened when he saw you. He quickly excused himslef and turned to her as the investor leaving.
Noah: I should say so. I have to admit, Lia I was rather impressed with how well you handled all the hiccups!
Lia: Oh' Well thank you Noah!
Noah: You're much more of an asset to me than I initially realized! Shall we?
Noah gestured outside and holded the door open for her.
Lia: Thank You!
She walked through the door as Noah holded it open for her, enjoying the cool night air.
Noah: It's pretty late, Lia! Let me call you a taxi to take you home!
Lia: Oh, you don't have to do that, Mr. Kason. I just live right around the corner!
Noah: I'm not letting you walk home alone at this time of night! And it's Noah remember?
Lia: Sorry ..... Noah. But, honestly I'll be fine. My apartment is just the next block over!
Noah: Then we'll walk there together. And before you protest, I won't take no for an answer!
She giggled and nodded as Noah falls into step beside her! Just as she rounded the corner, it suddenly rain started pouring down.
Lia: Oh no! We are going to get soaked!
Noah: We'd better make a run for it!
She nodded, and the two of them breaked into a run for her apartment building.
She finally made it into her apartment, both of them were dripping wet from the downpour.
Lia: I'm sorry about that! I can lend you an umbrella to take with you.
Noah chuckled ... It was the first time she had seen him laugh so genuinely.
Noah: As soaking wet as I ma now, an umbrella seems a bit pointless now!
Lia: Right! here let me get you a towel!
She rushed to her linen closet and grabbed a large, fluffy towel, and handed it to Noah. He took the towel and began drying himslef off as best he can. Lia watched him, amused. Noah catched her watching an gave her a quizzical look.
Lia: Sorry, I've just never seen you like this!
Noah: Like what!
Lia: You know! Relaxed and with your guard down. It's nice !!
Noah gazed at her through his lower lids, a look of desire settled in his eyes as he stared.
Lia: .......
She teared her eyes away from his in an attempt to word off the deep blush that started to warm her cheeks! But ad she does, her eyes catched sight of his wet shirt clinging to his muscular frame.
Lia: Geez! This guy works out! He's a workaholic, how does he find time to sculpt a body like that?
Without realizing it, she stared intently at his chest and abs, feeling an awakening hunger that must hsow on her face. The room grew silent and the tension increased as she looked back and realized that he must have noticed her own top was saoking wet too.
Lia: My top was already thin, now it's completely see through!
His breathing was shallow, causing his chest to heave with each of his breath.
Noah: ........
It accentuated the muscles attempting to burst through his wet shirt and she felt that jolt of desire shoot through her body.
Lia: I don't care if he notices. It's his fault for looking so sexy! Besides why work so hard for a body like that if you don't want anyone to look at? She stared at the rippling muscles, completely unaware of her tounge darting out to wet her lips as she does. Noah moved closer to her, the towel dropping to the floor as his eyes focused solely on her. She holded her breath as he reached out and took her by the waist, pulling her closer to him. He leaned his head down, his lips were inches from hers.
Noah: You have no idea, how much I want to kiss you right now, Lia!
Lia: Lord knows I want to kiss him too!
Without saying anything. She leaned in and touched her lips to his.
Noah: Damn! I love how soft her lips are!
Taking his cue from her, Noah pulled her closer, deepening the kiss.
Lia: His kiss is so sweet. I could stay like this in his arms forever!
Noah deepened the kiss and she felt the heat between them.
Noah: Damn, I want her so bad!
But suddenly he pulled away, stepping back. But because his hands were still on her waist, she could hear his thoughts.
Noah: No I can't do this now, not like this!
Noah took a step back but his hand still holded her waist firm.
Noah: Is everything set for the business trip next week?
She looked at him, confused.
Lia: We just shared this intimate moment together, and he's asking about work and business trip?
But she put her feelings aside. After all, he was still her boss!
Lia: Yes everything is ready. I have our tickets!
Noah: Very good!
He nodded, holding her gaze for a moment. As he turned to leave, his hand dropped from her waist. But just before it does she heard:
Noah: That will be the perfect opportunity for me to properly tell her just how deeply I care for her!
Noah left, closing the door behind him as she stood frozen in complete shock.
Lia: He's going to tell me how he really feels about me?!
Hey Readers Chapter 5 might be coming a little late but stay tunned
Ok love you Byeeeee
😉🙂
© Sky19
Noah had an anxious expression on his face after hanging up that call.
Noah: We have to go now!
Lia: What happened?
Noah: It's the runway show. They're on the verge of canceling it
Lia: Why would they do that! The new line is supposed to debut at the show this afternoon!
Noah: I know but, there is a misunderstanding between the owner of the building and the modeling agency. The woner is threatening to put them all out. We have to leave now!
She quickly grabbed her things and followed Noah out the door. As soon as Lia and Noah entered the warehouse where the show was being held, a frazzled women hurried over to her.
Manager: Oh, thank God you're here! This is an utter disaster!
Noah: What happened?
Manager: The owner didn't clear the space backstage like he agreed to do in the contract. There were heavy boxes full of junk back there! The models tried to move them so they could get ready and a couple fell. Our frontrunner sprained her ankle.
Lia: Oh no, is she alright?
Manager: Well she can't walk without crutches, but otherwise, she's ok
Noah: The boxes belong to the owner?
Manager: Yes, and when I confronted him about the breach of contract and the hurt models, he threatened to cancel the show!
Noah: Where are they?
Manager: they're all still backstage arguing!
Noah: Let's go Lia. You talk to the models. I'm sure they'd feel more comfortable with you!
Lia: Yes Ofcourse! I'll handle that!
She flashed Noah a confident smile.
Lia: He's trusting me with a big job, I can't let him down!
Manager: Follow me!
Lia, Noah and the stage manager rushed backstage. From the moment Lia entered the room, the models came at her from every side.
Model 1: This is ridiculous! I've never been treated so poorly on any job I've been to!
Model 2: I expect full compensation for my time, but I refuse to go on with this show!
Model: 3 I can't believe my agent would book me with such an unprofessional company! I'm definitely going to have a talk with him!
Manager: See what I mean? I don't know what to do!
Lia: This could become really bad press for the company. I need to squash all of this before it comes back on Noah!
Lia standing quietly while Noah jumps into action. After a few moments, the owner backed down and called someone to clear out the boxes.
Noah: Well! looks like that's all taken care of. The show must go on.
Manager: Then let's get you ladies to hair and makeup, ASAP!
As the ladies filed off one by one, the manager looked back at Lia.
Manager: There's still the problem of our top model. Since she can't walk, we need to fill that spot.
Lia: Perhaps we can call the agency and see if they can send someone else over?
Manger: There's no time for that! We're already running away behind because of the problem with the owner. By the time another model can get here, it'll be too late to get her into hair and makeup.
Lia: Well we have to do something, we can't do the show without a top model!
Manager: Well ......
Lia: Well, what?
Manager: What If you walked in her place?
Lia: What? You think I could walk a runway?
Manager: Just hear me out. You're about her size and have a very similar looks to the model! I think it's perfect ! There's a room full of models back there. I'm sure they can give you some pointers!
Lia: ........
Model 1: Oh yes! we can definitely help!
Model 2: Ofcourse. Besides once you see the dress, you'll realize it was practically made for you !
Manager: Please you're our best hope. Just try on the dress at least
Lia: Fine, I'll try on the dress. But it doesn't mean I'm going to walk in the show!
The manager beamed her appriciation at you and leads she and Noah to a clothing rack in the back. She slipped behind the curtain of the small dressing area and put on the dress.
Lia: Ok if I'm being totally honest, this dress does look pretty amazing on me!
When she emerged, the manager's eyes lit up, But Noah's face remained stoic!
Manager: You look stunning! Better even than the model did! It's as if this dress was made for you!
Model 2: See what did I tell you? You look stunning, Lia!
Manager: What do you think Mr. Kason?
She looked at Noah, feeling slightly self-conscious. It doesn't help that his face hasn't even cracked a smile since she put on the dress.
Noah: I suppose it will have to do since we don't have time to call for another model!
Lia: Well that's hardly a compliment!
The manger let out a sigh, grateful to have avoided the wrath of Noah Kason. Noah steped closer to her, pretending to fix her hair as part of the job! But instead, he gently brushed a stray of hair from your her face. As his fingers caressed her cheek, she heard:
Noah: And here I thought she couldn't look more beautiful before! But seeing her in this dress ..... showing this much skin, may be my undoing with her!
Lia: ....... Now that's a compliment!
Manger: So will you do it Lia? Will you walk in the show?
She looked over at Noah to see his hopeful expression.
Lia: I'm sorry, I don't think I'm the right person! I'm a little clumsy and I don't want to risk ruining the show!
Manager: Well, I guess I'll have to ask one of the hair stylists if she'd be able to do it!
Noah: Hopefully she'll be willing. We absolutely cannot cancel this show!
The manger nodded and rushed off towards hair and makeup while Lia stepped back behind the curtains to change.
It's show time. Lia and Noah seated in the audinece. Thankfully the show went on perfectly, without any more problems. After the Show, Lia spotted Noah talking with an investor and made her way over to them.
Lia: Well, that turned out surprisingly well, all things considered!
Noah's face brightened when he saw you. He quickly excused himslef and turned to her as the investor leaving.
Noah: I should say so. I have to admit, Lia I was rather impressed with how well you handled all the hiccups!
Lia: Oh' Well thank you Noah!
Noah: You're much more of an asset to me than I initially realized! Shall we?
Noah gestured outside and holded the door open for her.
Lia: Thank You!
She walked through the door as Noah holded it open for her, enjoying the cool night air.
Noah: It's pretty late, Lia! Let me call you a taxi to take you home!
Lia: Oh, you don't have to do that, Mr. Kason. I just live right around the corner!
Noah: I'm not letting you walk home alone at this time of night! And it's Noah remember?
Lia: Sorry ..... Noah. But, honestly I'll be fine. My apartment is just the next block over!
Noah: Then we'll walk there together. And before you protest, I won't take no for an answer!
She giggled and nodded as Noah falls into step beside her! Just as she rounded the corner, it suddenly rain started pouring down.
Lia: Oh no! We are going to get soaked!
Noah: We'd better make a run for it!
She nodded, and the two of them breaked into a run for her apartment building.
She finally made it into her apartment, both of them were dripping wet from the downpour.
Lia: I'm sorry about that! I can lend you an umbrella to take with you.
Noah chuckled ... It was the first time she had seen him laugh so genuinely.
Noah: As soaking wet as I ma now, an umbrella seems a bit pointless now!
Lia: Right! here let me get you a towel!
She rushed to her linen closet and grabbed a large, fluffy towel, and handed it to Noah. He took the towel and began drying himslef off as best he can. Lia watched him, amused. Noah catched her watching an gave her a quizzical look.
Lia: Sorry, I've just never seen you like this!
Noah: Like what!
Lia: You know! Relaxed and with your guard down. It's nice !!
Noah gazed at her through his lower lids, a look of desire settled in his eyes as he stared.
Lia: .......
She teared her eyes away from his in an attempt to word off the deep blush that started to warm her cheeks! But ad she does, her eyes catched sight of his wet shirt clinging to his muscular frame.
Lia: Geez! This guy works out! He's a workaholic, how does he find time to sculpt a body like that?
Without realizing it, she stared intently at his chest and abs, feeling an awakening hunger that must hsow on her face. The room grew silent and the tension increased as she looked back and realized that he must have noticed her own top was saoking wet too.
Lia: My top was already thin, now it's completely see through!
His breathing was shallow, causing his chest to heave with each of his breath.
Noah: ........
It accentuated the muscles attempting to burst through his wet shirt and she felt that jolt of desire shoot through her body.
Lia: I don't care if he notices. It's his fault for looking so sexy! Besides why work so hard for a body like that if you don't want anyone to look at? She stared at the rippling muscles, completely unaware of her tounge darting out to wet her lips as she does. Noah moved closer to her, the towel dropping to the floor as his eyes focused solely on her. She holded her breath as he reached out and took her by the waist, pulling her closer to him. He leaned his head down, his lips were inches from hers.
Noah: You have no idea, how much I want to kiss you right now, Lia!
Lia: Lord knows I want to kiss him too!
Without saying anything. She leaned in and touched her lips to his.
Noah: Damn! I love how soft her lips are!
Taking his cue from her, Noah pulled her closer, deepening the kiss.
Lia: His kiss is so sweet. I could stay like this in his arms forever!
Noah deepened the kiss and she felt the heat between them.
Noah: Damn, I want her so bad!
But suddenly he pulled away, stepping back. But because his hands were still on her waist, she could hear his thoughts.
Noah: No I can't do this now, not like this!
Noah took a step back but his hand still holded her waist firm.
Noah: Is everything set for the business trip next week?
She looked at him, confused.
Lia: We just shared this intimate moment together, and he's asking about work and business trip?
But she put her feelings aside. After all, he was still her boss!
Lia: Yes everything is ready. I have our tickets!
Noah: Very good!
He nodded, holding her gaze for a moment. As he turned to leave, his hand dropped from her waist. But just before it does she heard:
Noah: That will be the perfect opportunity for me to properly tell her just how deeply I care for her!
Noah left, closing the door behind him as she stood frozen in complete shock.
Lia: He's going to tell me how he really feels about me?!
Hey Readers Chapter 5 might be coming a little late but stay tunned
Ok love you Byeeeee
😉🙂
© Sky19
