Insatiable Desires

CHAPTER 8

Kayla's Pov

The both of them sat down in silence as they were driven towards their destination. Outside the tinted glass of the vehicle, New York was so alive and scintillating with streetlights and pedestrians.

The weather was fine so she didn't need any jacket whatsoever. Kayla absently watched the city going by that was until Alexander spoke. " We'll be arriving soon, so there's a couple of things you need to know," he said.

Kayla turned her attention from the window and resting her elbow on the armrest looked at Alexander. " I'm listening," she said. " First of all, we're going to the plaza hotel, theirs going to be a lot of A-list celebrities and members of the press at the party because your going to be with me, expect to be hounded by celebs and journalists".

"Also since it's my sisters Ariana's engagement party you'll need to give her a gift," He said. Kayla suddenly panicked because she didn't buy anything but Alexander calmed her down. " Relax I already have our gifts covered," he said.

Kayle breathed a sigh of relief that she wouldn't be the only one out of the dozens of guests that wouldn't be bringing a gift. " Kayla" Alexander looking at her seriously.

" There's something you need to know since their the ones that are throwing this party, you're going to meet Victoria and Richard Thorne, you need to be careful around them, they might act polite and friendly but their snakes in human skin so don't trust them do you understand," he said sternly.

Kayla nods " I understand," she said but theirs was a question that had been bothering her for a while now so she decided to ask. "hmm are Richard and Victoria your parents?" she asked.

" Not anymore," he said coldly and with barely hidden loathing and hatred in his voice. " I'm so sorry I asked" she muttered but Alexander just took her hands in his.

" It's ok you didn't do anything wrong to me and my parental issues are my problem alone I just want you to enjoy the night," he said gently tracing his thumbs over her knuckles. " Thank you Alexander " she managed to say hoping he couldn't see the obvious blush on her face.

Alexander nods curtly before he lets go of her hand gently and resumed looking out the window abruptly ending their conversation. Kayla continued looking out the window deep in thought about everything she's been told.

" Sir we'll be arriving at our destination soon," the chauffeur said glancing briefly at them. Alexander nod curtly before taking out a box with an opening revealing two masks. A gold and a black one. " Put this on," He said gesturing at the gold mask after helping Kayla with the mask he placed on his.

After they both placed on their masks the car came to an abrupt stop outside of the Plaza Hotel. Outside the hotel was packed with members of the media journalist desperate to catch a glimpse of the celebrities entering the hotel all stood behind the barrier while trying to take pictures.

" Welcome to the viper's nest" Alexander muttered before he looked at Kayla as his security detail formed a perimeter around his vehicle. Alexander looked away from the crowd and looked at Kayla.

" You ready?" Alexander asked Kayla who nods. Soon two of his bodyguards opened their doors and they both stepped out. Noticing his arrival a large number of the paparazzi and journalists turned in their direction.

Soon all the paparazzi and journalists began taking pictures while throwing questions in their direction ignoring the other celebrities who were dumbfounded by this turn of events.

But unfortunately for Kayla, there were now dozens of cameras going off at once. Caught by surprise Kayla winced at their camera flashes, but Alexander was quick to react, he placed a hand on the small of her pack as his bodyguards began escorting them into the hotel.

" Stay close to me" Alexander whispered as they walked along the red carpet ignoring the various questions being thrown their way. Kayla leaned into him as he guides her forward silently.

His tall figure almost covered her making her feel safe with his hand around her. Despite being an escort she's never been in this situation before, although he warned her about the journalists.

She didn't expect that there would be so many. "but let's face it they think I'm dating Alexander Steele, one of the most powerful men in the world" she thought to herself trying to focus on not tripping in her heels and making a fool of herself.

Soon the crowd of journalists and paparazzi was behind them as they made it into the hotel. " f*****g vultures" He mutters coldly before glancing at Kayla his features softening.

" Are you ok?" he asked. "Y.Yeah," she said relieved that they made it safely inside. " Good" he commented as he began leading into a large ballroom.

The elegance of the room left her in awe and she couldn't help but admire the ceiling that was covered in tiny scintillating lights that reminded her of stars. All around was a wide variety of people.

From A list of celebs, politicians, and other influential and powerful people. Waiters moved around the room carrying appetizers while others carry flutes of champagne as they moved gracefully through the crowd.

A band played classical music for the dancing couples as they danced on the dancefloor beneath a large crystal Chandler. Taking note of the door closing many of the guests turned in their direction and began whispering amongst themselves.

She continued to stare in awe as Alexander lead her through the massive room, people started at the both of them as they passed, it was obvious that Alexander never brought women to this kind of event.

She watched him as they walked through the posh room, his handsome face was cold and expressionless, and his dark silky hair was neat. All his movements were large and perfectly balanced, his steps were calculated, his very presence radiating authority and power as he continued to lead Kayla through the room.

All the guests moved out of their way clearing a path for them. Alexander nods to a few men and exchanges brief greetings with some while shaking hands with others.

Throughout his interaction with them, Kayla kept quiet trying to ignore the looks of jealousy she was getting from most of the women.

Despite their looks, Kayla just smiled sweetly in return reveling in their looks of jealousy. She leaned against Alexander who was more than happy to play along wrapping his hand around her waist and pulling her closer.

As Alexander discussed something with a business associate a waiter approached them carrying a tray with champagne. " Would you like a glass of champagne? ma'am" he asked.

" Oh thank you," she said taking a glass. The waiter bowed before moving on to serve other guests. Kayla silently enjoyed her champagne that was until the peace was broken by a shrill voice.

" Alexander!" someone shouts. Alexander growled before he turned in the direction of the voice. Victoria made their way towards the pair with a beautiful and well-dressed Auburn hair girl that Kayla recognized as Jessica Flynn on her arm.

Jessica was manhattans next it girl and a wealthy bachelorette at that, but for Alexander that didn't matter he couldn't stand her or her family, They were snotty and full of themselves for this reason he refused to partner with them despite them being leaders in the restaurant and fast food industry.

" Alexander" came his mother's shrill voice as the guests moved on not wanting to intrude on the private conversation. Victoria stopped in front of the pair. She glances briefly and Kayla before focusing on her son.

" Alexander dear finally you've arrived I was just telling Jessica here how it was so like you to be late," she said. " As Richard always said time is money, we're thirty minutes early so we're early," he said coldly.

" Well, I've always said if your not an hour early your late" She commented with a snarky laugh. " Heh that's funny, as I seem to recall your the one that was always late for me and Ari's school events" he retorts back.

His mother opened her mouth to say something but closed her mouth lost for words and it was up to Jessica to rescue her. "Anyhow Alexander dear it's good to see you, I was hoping you could escort me to dinner as we have a lot to discuss," Jessica said.

Kayla shifted back and forth nervously. Alexander wrapped his hand around her waist and pulled her body flush against his. " No, as you can see I've currently preoccupied with my date," Alexander said.

Jessica's mouth fell open as Victoria gave Kayla a once over rolling her eyes. " You can't be serious Alexander you expect anyone to believe that miss plain Jane here is your girlfriend" she commented wryly.

Alexander narrowed his eyes at his mother after his comment and if looks could kill both her and Jessica would have both been dead.

" Listen here you" but before he could say anything Kayla spoke up. " It's nice to officially meet you Mrs Thorne I've heard a lot about you" she then looked up at Alexander lovingly.

" And I would say I'm very lucky to have won the heart of your son Mrs Thorne, it isn't an everyday day that someone as plain as myself attracts someone as handsome as your son, I see now where he gets his good looks," she said.

Victoria opened her mouth to say something but Kayla interrupted her again. " And I don't mind sharing Alexander either, if miss Jessica wants to accompany us, although I'm sure the paparazzi would have a field day, Alexander Steel billionaire business tycoon and New York must eligible bachelor caught having a threesome," Kayla said.

Both Victoria's and Jessica's mouths fell open from shock, As Alexander chuckled. " You might want to close your mouth Victoria you might let a fly in," he said leading Kayla away.

"You're good I thought I was the only one who could shut Victoria up" Alexander whispered in her ear. " Good it'd do her some good to keep her mouth shut," she said causing him to chuckle again before he smiled at her.

But his smile slowly faded again as he looked over her shoulder. Turning around she saw a man making his way towards the both. He was a middle-aged man wearing a butler's outfit. " Who is that?" Kayla asked.

" You'll find out soon enough" Alexander responded coldly. The man stopped in front of them and bowed. " Mr. Steele your father requests your presence at his table," the man said still bowing.

Some of the nearby guests turned around and began looking at the scene curiously. Alexander glowered at the butler. " Tell Richard that if he wishes to speak with me he'll take his ass over here, I'm not one of his lackeys that he can summon whenever he wants, he said coldly.

" But Mr Thorne," the butler said desperately causing Alexander to growl furiously." Call me a Thorne again and you'll regret it do I make myself clear," he said coldly as the butler's face paled.

Kayla along with the other guests looked on shocked, she's never seen him so furious before and it scared her. Taking her hand in his he pulls her away from the still-trembling butler towards the bar.

As he stopped at the counter one of the bartenders immediately rushed over. " W..what can I get you Sir?" he asked nervously after seeing Alexander's mood." What do you want Kayla?" he asked. " I'd like a Long Island," she said causing Alexander to nod.

" Whiskey on the rocks and one long island and keep them coming," he said. "Here are your drinks, Sir," the bartender said placing their drinks on the counter. And began standing there for when Alexander was ready to order again." Don't you think it would be best if you went over and talked to your father?" she asked gently not wanting to antagonize him, he was already in a foul mood and didn't want to risk him snapping at her.

" No," he said coldly as he gripped his drink firmly as the mood became darker. " It's a power play I'm not one of his lackeys and he needs to learn that," Alexander said before taking a large sip from his drink.

They say down in silence enjoying their drinks that were until she heard a loud voice calling out Alexander's name.

Turning around they both saw a middle aged man dressed in a green suit and accompanying him was a beautiful woman wearing a sleeveless white dress.

And whoever these two were based on Alexander's cold gaze fucosing on him Kayla knew the confrontation between them wasn't going to be good.