The Billionaire's Desire novel Chapter 34

Patience was needed tonight, luckily i happen to have a lot of it. When Nick was done collecting his award we were in industry conversations for the rest of the night.

Nick made it a mission to keep me close, any chance he got he would hold my hand, stroke my back and even kiss me once every hour.

He clearly knew I was trying for him and he was making sure I know how thankful he was but not letting me become forgotten.

But your girl needed to pee, especially with all the glasses of champagne I was drinking tonight.

After taking a quick stop I stood in front of the mirror and reapplied my lipstick and blotted my nose.

This is what everyone wanted right, for me to be the perfect girlfriend, smile as i stand by his side. But it's not that I hated it, I enjoyed seeing everyone become imitated as Nick approached them. Not sparing a second glance to any other woman.

I actually fucking loved it.

I finished my lips off with a coating of lipgloss which would probably last me until later when the cameras are gone and i have him back to myself completely.

I caught sight of a woman walking into the bathroom. She caught my eyes in the mirror and sent me an encouraging nod as she slipped into a stall.

I've seen her around tonight, i think she is the wife of one of the directors here tonight.

I turned to exit but she slid open the stall calling out to me. " It' Selene right?"

I stopped midstep.

" yeah, that's me. Sorry, I don't know your name and I'm not really knowledgeable in this industry.

She walked over to the sink, washing her hands.

" I haven't personally introduced myself so I don't expect you to know who I am but My name is Juliette Haudrez"

It was like a lightbulb went off in my head. Mrs Haudrez, how could I not recognise her.

" I guess our men don't talk about their significant others a lot" I grinned catching on.

" as long as he comes home to me, i don't mind" i commented.

She clicked her tongue. " that's right, they don't share "

I laughed. " do you ever feel pressured to support your husband?" I dared to ask her. Weirdly enough I felt like I could trust her, and I wanted to.

Juliette dried her hands finally turning to face. " I did at first. Unlike you, we were already together when he was just starting out. But he soon told me that he didn't need me to be with him at every event to know that I supported him"

I pursed my lips, thinking.

She gracefully walked forward and brought my hair to the front." Nick is a simple man, nothing too complicated. Tonight was a big night so I'm sure he really wanted you here but I doubt he needs you at every social gathering and event. Not because he doesn't want you there but because he doesn't necessarily need you there where he knows it isn't your scene"

I stared at her dumbfounded.

I knew that she was slightly older than me but not by much maybe in her mid 30's.

" Nick's been a good friend to us which is why I seem to know a bit about what goes on in that brain of his. I don't want to brag but my husband did teach him a trick or two" she added winking at me.

God, if I was gay. She just had a unique aura to her that I couldn't get out of my mind. I don't really fangirl over other women but she was different.

" I would get back to him though, watching you walk away was amusing for both me and my husband. He is willing to risk it all for you"

I glanced at the door.

" I would love to talk more," i said.

She smiled at me "I'm sure we can all organise something when our schedules match up" she offered.

I nodded eagerly and made my way back out to find Nick.

Hopefully, he was at the point where he would want to leave. I stepped out, my eyes scanning the crowd for him. If only it wasn't so dark in here.

" you ready to get out of here" I jumped hearing Nick whisper in my ear. His arm snaked around my waist as I stumbled.

" Don't be forced to leave just because of me, you haven't even made your rounds yet" i said pointing in the direction of young actors just begging for his attention.

He shook his head," I've made up my mind, we're leaving" he grabbed hold of my hand and started walking towards the exit.

It was a little surprising but i was not mad because there is nothing i wanted more than to get out of here and fast.

It didn't take long for us to get into an elevator to take us back downstairs. As soon as the doors closed. I turned on my heel my lips landing on his without a moment to waste.

Nick grabbed hold on my head angling his lips to make the kiss deeper, it was as if we were starving ourselves.

The sound of the doors opening to our floor forced us apart. I brought my finger to my lip when i saw someone standing waiting to get inside the lift.

Thankfully it was only James. " can you imagine if it wasn't me" James joked as he stood there with a smirk.

It wouldn't be too bad since we were a couple but he's right it wouldnt be good if some top director was standing there instead.

" where's your pretty blonde, she sick of you yet"

James smile vanished. " Fine, i'll admit that wasn't the best choice for tonight but please dont remind me" he groaned stepping in as we walked deeper into the lift.

"Why whats wrong with the blonde" Nick asked us.

"Everything" both me and James replied at the same time. I'm glad that we agree on something.

I checked the time. It was only 9, I'm surprised to see him leaving now and alone for a change.

" can you believe women would make stories that they were with you when i knew exactly where you were. But dont worry i put them in their place" i said proudly.

Nick grinned at me. "Atta girl"

James just stared at us. " i need a girlfriend" he grumbled looking away.

He really did, if only he was settled somewhere and wasn't constantly travelling he could actually have a girlfriend. It's hard for a girl to be with a guy who is always out of town.

James headed to his care when we arrived at the lobby. I told Ben that i would be going back with Nick, he was completely okay with that, it gave him more time to relax at home.

I waited in the car as Nick stood by the back removing his suit jacket. Nick even sent his driver home and said he would drive tonight.

An hour later both me and Nick had finished cleaning up after us, well the best that we could since fried chicken is hard to get rid of. I ended up spilling my drink on his crystal white sofa too.

I thought men were practical with their home design. God knows why he decided to have a white sofa.

My back bounced against the bed as Nick practically shoved me there. I had only just safely removed my earring and removed my makeup when he grabbed my waist.

I honestly can't understand girls who wear a full face of makeup when they know that their man or woman was going to ruin it all anyway.

For the sake of his white sheets, it was a must.

" Now I think its time you understood me Selene," he said wagging his finger in front of my face.

I looked up at him confused.

" understood what?"

He shook his head. " that you understood that you don't need to be my sheep" his example was little strange I had to laugh.

His look made me stop immediately.

" I asked you to come tonight because I wanted to you to be there to celebrate with me, I didn't need you there to act like some stupid trophy wife. The fact that you let these people change our dynamic pissed me off today"

I leant back, surprised at his rant. It definitely wasn't what I expected to come out of his mouth.

" I didn't act like anything Nick. I realised that I should support you more. I haven't been to any of your events, what kind of girlfriend am I" I snapped at him. I shoved him away from me. The fact that he's raising his voice at me unsettles me.

" a normal one" he replies. Nick grabs my legs tugging me back to the middle of the bed. He cages me inbetween his arms.

" Do you know how much I love you because of the way you are. You are independent confident and so fucking beautiful. I don't want you changing for anyone especially me"

I went blank.

Did he just.

" you love me?" I asked him pushing up on my elbows.

Nick looked at me, breathing out. " ofcourse I fucking love you Selene. What the fuck am I doing here if not"

I physically couldn't speak.

" did you think I was here to fuck you. To announce to the everyone that I got to the guarded Selene. Well news flash gorgeous I've already fucked you in countless positions. Im still here aren't it which means what exactly" Nick kept coming closer forcing me up the bed with every advance.

My head finally hit the back of the headboard. Nick took that as a chance to grab my wrists, pinning them above my head.

I was stunned, was I suppose to answer him.

" you know what, I'll let you think about exactly what it means. When you do know come and find me" Nick let my wrists go and stepped off the bed. I felt completely cold.

I was still trying to understand this all.

Did i love him back, truly?