Chapter Six: The Makeover.
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"Well, I've got some time. We can talk at the coffee shop nearby." Amaia agreed rightaway.
"Great. Then, after you, please." Nick smilingly said.
After a few minutes, they are finally sitting face to face inside the coffee shop near Amaia's office.
"So, what's with this sudden visit?" Amaia suddenly asked, after taking a sip from her coffee cup.
"Oh, yeah. We need to go somewhere as a couple tonight." Nick suddenly announced.
"What? But I still have work to do! I just can't leave the office." Amaia stated.
"Don't worry about it. I'll talk to your Boss." Nick reassures her.
Amaia watched Nick dialling something on his phone, and her eyes widened in surprise when she realized that he's talking to her Boss!
How did he know Boss Lina's contact number?
“Great! Thanks for giving us permission, Lina! I promise I'll drive Amaia back to her apartment safe and sound. I owe you one. Bye! ” Nick smilingly said, and afterwards, he ended the call.
“And how did you know my Boss’ number?!” Amaia unbelievably asked him.
"Well, I have my own ways. Anyway, we have to go now. We need to shop for your clothes and shoes. And your hair and make up as well..." Nick suddenly decided.
Amaia secretly groaned when she heard the man. She's going to undergo a makeover again!
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Two hours later...
Nick parked his car infront of a classy, expensive-looking building.
"Wow... This building is huge. Where are we?" Amaia asks in amazement.
"We're at my favorite restaurant. And I'm sure you'll like it here." Nick replied, as he's escorting him.
“And what are we doing here?” Amaia asked again.
"We're going to have our first date here." Nick simply answers.
“You don’t have to go that far. And besides, we’re not a real couple anyway. ” Amaia said, in a matter-of-factly tone.
“But I want to. And besides, I need a break. I've been too busy for the past few months. And this is the perfect time to relax. ” Nick answers in return.
Nick and Amaia have already started walking inside the restaurant building.
Afew moments later, they are now having a wonderful dinner. They've decided to know each other better by asking questions...
"So, tell me... Why did you become a celebrity? Did you already dreamed of working in the entertainment industry since you were a child?" Amaia started asking questions.
Nick raised an eyebrow at her.
“That is the usual question from a reporter or paparazzi, Amaia. If I didn't know you personally, I would think that you're a paparazzi..." he commented.
Amaia almost choked on her food after she heard Nick's comment. She started coughing non-stop.
"Are you okay?" Nick worriedly asks her.
"I-I'm alright." she answered.
"Well, to answer your question, I'm actually trying to protect and take care of someone, who's very dear to me..." Nick relayed.
Amaia secretly frowned when she saw a flicker of sadness on Nick's eyes. It was only for a brief moment, and afterwards, he's smiling again...
"Did I really see the sadness in his eyes? Or was it just my imagination?" Amaia secretly asks herself.
“Now, it’s my turn... Have you been in a relationship before?” Nick quickly changes the topic.
"Well, it's very simple. I didn't have time for any boys. I just focused more on my hobby, which is photography. ” narrated Amaia.
"Oh, does that mean I'm your very first boyfriend?" Nick teasingly asked.
"Not a serious type of boyfriend ... We are just roleplaying, remember?" the correction of Amaia.“Uh, right ... Let’s continue this interview thing some other time, Amaia.
"You're right. It's good to know that you clearly understood the nature of our relationship. But I have to tell this again ....don't you ever dare fall inlove with me. "Nick gave her a warning.
"I can hear your message loud and clear, Nick. You don't have to worry about a thing." Amaia reassures him.
They both raised their glasses for a toast, closing their deal ...
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After some time.
"You can stop the car here." Amaia informed Nick
It was already late at night when they decided to finally call it a day. But Amaia wasn't tired, because she was able to enjoy her "date" with Nick Sorrento...
"Do you really want me to drop you off here?" Nick asks her.
"Yes." Amaia replied.
He stopped the car by the sideroad, but before he could get out of the car to open the door for her, Amaia already stepped out from the car.
Nick just helplessy sighed in return. He's trying to be a gentleman towards Amaia, but it seems like she doesn't want to have any special treatment...
"I could've driven you right infront of your apartment building, Amaia..." Nick stated.
"There's no need for you to do that. My apartment is a few minutes walk away from here." Amaia replies, while smiling.
"Then let me just walk you home." insisted Nick.
“Please, Nick. We’re only playing as a couple, right? We don’t have to know each other’s private lives anymore. ” Amaia tries to stop Nick.
"You're right. We’re just pretending to be lovers to ward off those women who’s been acting as if they own me ... And I’m really sorry for pestering you like this." Nick commented, as he forced himself to smile.
"Well, thank you for treating me dinner and for driving me home..." Amaia politely thanked her "boyfriend."
"By the way, can I use your mobile phone? I need to make a call. My mobile phone's battery's already low.” Nick suddenly asks for a favor.
"Okay. Here." Amaia said, as she handed her own phone to Nick.
"Thanks."
Amaia was surprised when Nick's phone suddenly rang. After a few seconds, he returns her mobile phone.
“I just got your number. And I already saved my number on your phone, too. If you need anything, or if you want someone to talk to, just give me a call, okay?" Nick stated.
"W-What the---?" Amaia wasn't able to finish her sentence when Jun swiftly kissed her on her cheek.
“I had a great time, Amaia. Good night. ” Nick finally said goodbye.
He went inside his car, and he drove away...
Meanwhile, Amaia blushes furiously when she finally realized that Nick kissed her cheek without asking for her permission!
"You've got some nerve, Nick Sorrento!" she angrily muttered.
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Amaia has been staring at her computer screen for ages. Two hours hadpassed but she still couldn't think of what to type in for her article.
She doesn't have any idea why her brain is not working properly... Maybe she needs to take a little break to refresh her mind...
Amaia helplessy sighed.
"I need another cup of coffee." she murmured to herself, as she walks towards her kitchen.
While she was pouring coffee on her cup, she suddenly remembered how Nick Sorrento kissed her cheek stealing Jun’s kiss on her cheek.
It was just a brief moment, that she felt a tingling sensation in her whole body!
Amaia quickly went to the bathroom, and for the hundredth time, she washed her face again with running water...
"Stop pestering me like this, Nick Sorrento! My job is more important than being your pretend girlfriend!" she whispered, while feeling frustrated.
She has to continue with her undercover mission, and she has to end it as soon as possible before she could completely fall for him...
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