C2 First meeting

~ CHAPTER 2 ~

Xavier's POV

It's been an entire week of working overtime at the office. My company has been receiving a massive growth lately which makes work a lot more hectic.

Although I am the CEO, doesn't mean I can cut myself some slack, because that would just make my employees see me as an incompetent boss. And that is definitely not the impression I want them to have since that would just make them not put in the amount of effort and dedication I expect from them.

I was really tired from this long week and it's not even over since today is just Thursday.

So when my best friend / business partner Ryan came into my office unannounced, asking if I would be down for us to let loose at a club even though it wasn't Friday yet. I agreed without much thought.

Sitting now in the VIP section of GLEAMS, a club which is actually owned by Ryan. I glanced through the club noticing the multiple states we were receiving from women, sending me what I think was supposed to be a seductive look, but honestly it was getting way too old for me.

I'm very much aware that I am really attractive but I knew they weren't just after that. Being famous because of my achievements and most especially my billionaire title just seems to get a lot of girls flocking around me.

"Loosen up man, and wipe that bored expression out of your face. we are here to have fun, remember?" Ryan tells me as he takes a sip from his undoubtedly expensive wine.

"I just can't seem to find the fun in this anymore… having all these girls throw themselves at me just because of my money has gotten really old for me now, I want something different" I reply back.

"Don't tell me you're actually talking of settling down, I never thought I'll live to see the end of your playboy ways" He chuckles

"Of course not, I just really want a challenge right now" I laugh as I spread my legs to get more comfortable in my seat.

"I should have guessed," he smirks. My attention is quickly captured as I notice the door leading to the VIP section opens, revealing two sexy ladies.

The one with a little red dress and brunette hair draws my attention quickly. Tonight might just be more fun than I expected. I smirk at the thought of that.

Claire's POV

I stepped inside the dimly lit club which I think helps to give it that really intimate feel.

"Guess what? Igotusaspotatthevipsection!!" Anna says in a rushed excited voice. "Slow down, I can barely hear you because of how loud the music is and you're making it harder by talking super fast" I reply.

"well… I said, ``I got us a spot at the VIP section!!" she says a lot more clearly this time. " Woah! how did you manage to do that?" I now replicate her excitement also. "my connections pulled a few strings for us" she says with a proud smile on her face.

Moments later I can't help but feel a burning stare at me. To calm nerves and curiosity I turn back to look at where I feel the stare coming from.

My eyes immediately made eye contact with the most captivating green eyes I had ever looked at. He seems like a freaking model because of how attractive and elegant he looks, to say he was handsome would be an understatement. His hair was shiny black with piercing green eyes that held interest in them. Definitely one of the extremely rich intimidating people.

The stare surprisingly didn't feel creepy. On the contrary, It made me feel giddy and flustered.

I break eye contact shyly as I feel my face heats up because of his stare that makes me feel really hot.

"don't think I didn't notice what just happened" Anna looks at me with a detective look, not wanting to miss anything. "That was nothing" I blush deep red.

"Don't give me that, it's nothing facade, don't you see how hot he is?? and we can both tell he finds you attractive too" she replies in a sassy way. "you know what? I'm going to have some fun on the

dance floor" she continues as she smiles mischievously.

"You're doing this on purpose right?" I gave her a blank look. "Maybe..." she smirks, "but don't worry I'm not going anywhere too far, so I can still keep an eye on you from where I am, have fun with Mr. attractive" she quickly dashed to the dance floor so I don't have the opportunity of stopping her.

"Hey there" a deep and husky voice breaths into my ear, making me lose my ability to think for a split second. I took my time to check him out as he came into view.

He is the same man that was staring at me a while ago. I can't help but notice he looks even more attractive up close. I could feel the dominant energy radiating from him, which made me press my thighs together.

He definitely didn't miss that since his eyes followed the action, then looked up smirking at me.

I opened my mouth to say something and I looked identical to a gaping fish, because my voice just seemed to be stuck down my throat. He chuckles at that. "I'm Xavier, do you mind going to the dance floor with me?".

"I do mind actually, I have no interest in going with you" my voice came out stiff but thankfully I didn't stutter which made me feel more confident. He blinks in surprise at my rejection. I surprised myself too by how much I was controlling myself and staying clear from guys like him.

By guys like him, I mean the overly confident one, seductive gaze, smirk, and extremely rich one. A clear indication of a playboy. And I have no plans of falling for their charms. Again.

I quickly rushed out of my chair and made my way to meet Anna. Silly? I know, but I was just trying desperately to avoid any more conversation that would possibly make me lose my last bit of self control.

"I feel dizzy, let's leave" I say to Anna, noticing she has a guy's arm wrapped around her waist. I feel bad for interrupting but she basically caused this anyways.

Anna draws her full attention to me, glancing back to the chair I once was. She excused herself and we made our way out of the club.