19. THE GALA
"Tonight?" I kind of yelled suddenly and both Blue and Christian looked at me as if I was a witch.
"Yes, Tonight. At 7.30 sharp. "
"And you are telling me now. Just few hours before the gala. I am not prepared at all...I don't have a dress I have a growing mustache and my hairs looks like a wizard. And you expect me to go to a high end gala. No way. I am not going."
"Calm down honey...it's just a fund raising gala. There is nothing to be so scared of . Your dress is waiting in your closet and ...."
"And what Christian?"
"Your mustache is kinda cute."
"Hahaha...very funny. Both of you dad and daughter are gonna drive me nuts someday. One doesn't stop teasing me and other doesn't stop crawling. Two blue eyed clowns roaming in my life."
Both Christian and Blue pass a look and Christian makes a sarcastic laugh.
"Now please excuse me. I need to look presentable and prepare myself for the evening. See you at 7.00 o clock. And Christian put blue to sleep before we sleep. "
"Yes your highness....your wish my command."
We both went to our rooms. I was already panicking from thoughts of being in the gala and had no idea how I'm gonna stay decent in there.
But since it's a fundraiser gala I have no choices left but to be present as Mrs. Christian Knight.
I opened the door of my room and saw 4 ladies waiting for me.
Before I could ask one of them spoke....
"Mam...we are here to do your hair and makeup for the night. Please make yourself comfortable and let us know if you need anything. "
"Who appointed you for this?"
"Mr. Christian Knight. "
Who else would. It was a stupid question. Just when I took a step forward my eyes fell on my dress and I was dumbstruck by its elegance.
A sky blue colored dress embeded with rhinestones and Swarovski crystals from head to toe. It was fitted over my waist with full sleeves and a slightly high neck. It was the dream dress of every girl.
Christian never disappoints me when it comes to surprises. I took few minutes to admire the beauty of this dress and then finally we started with the grooming session.
After what felt like an eternity. I was ready with my dress on, my hairs into a messy updo and the most natural makeup ....just like I wanted it. A knock came on my door when I was doing final touches and my eyes went to the clock. It was 7.00 , it must be Christian.
I asked one of the lady to open the door and it was Christian. In an amazing black tuxedo with crisp white shirt and his hair perfectly combed and smelling delicious as usual.
Not to mention the undone first button of his shirt that made him 10× sexier than he already was. His eyes fell on me and he stared at me from head to toe. I signaled everyone to leave the room.
He took few steps towards me before he said....
"I am short of words to admire your beauty and elegance Sarah. You look like a divine godess that jesus has blessed me with. I just can't take my eyes off you."
"Really? Do I look this good that you compare me to a godess huhh?"
"Just even better. Hey wait. Do you have an eyeliner or something with you?"
"Yeah I do but why do you need it?"
"Just give it to me."
Without any other questions I handed him the eyeliner stick.
"Now come closer to me."
"What are you doing Christian. "
He pulled me towards himself and drew a small circle behind my ear. I had no clue what that meant and I was curious to know the meaning of this action.
"You know in India...when someone looks extremely pretty, they draw a black mark behind their ear to protect them from any evil eye. And I wanted to protect you too so I did the same."
"Are you gonna make me cry or what. You're so cute Christian. "
"Yeah stop with the cute stuff. This is only for you and Blue. So shut up. And let's go before we get late."
I took his arm and we drove in his Mustang.
It was a 20 minute drive to the venue and when we reached we were crowded by the media.
His grip tightened on my hand and bodyguard made a fort around us so that we could reach the gala hall.
It took us good 7 to 8 minute to reach the hall but we made it safely.
Christian took a pause and looked back to say Hi to the paparazzi and then we entered the hall.
It felt like another world. Fairy Lights falling from the ceiling and purple colored lights adding more subtlety to the room . It was gorgeous.
"You like it Sarah?"
"I love it Christian. This is just so beautiful. "
We both met Christian's acquaintances. His business partners his rivals his friend and many more people. And he introduced me as his wife to each and every men in the room. Typical of him. We both took a drink and were waiting for the gala to start..just when someone said ....
"Mrs. Sarah Christian Knight. It's a pleasure to meet you.
" I had no idea who he was but as a gesture I smiled at him and then glanced toward Christian to introduce us.
But to my surprise his eyes were burning his jaw clenched and his hold on me tightened.
Both of them stared at each other constantly and then finally Christian spoke.
"This is my wife Maroni. Stay away from her. "
"Christian be nice.."
"Don't interrupt Sarah. Keep quiet. " by now I knew they were not friends at alll......
"We must talk like gentlemen if you don't want your wife to be part of our business."
"Wait for me...after the gala is over."
"Surely. Nice to meet you Sarah. Hope we meet again soon."
Before I could react Christian took my hand and basically dragged me to the table .
"Do not move from this table until I comeback. I repeat Sarah....do not move from here."
I have never seen Christian this furious over somebody. He left me alone on the table with 4 bodyguards around me. I had no choice but to wait for him to comeback and explain this encounter. The one thing I knew by now was that they were not friends at all.