Chapter 3
1477 Words
(Naomi POV)
The next day I got up late. And may I add, very late.
I groaned rubbing my forehead. I feel like someone is playing drums in my head.
The reason for this is very simple. I didn't sleep and the loss of sleep is due to the guy I bumped into at the store. I couldn't take him out of my head.
I close my eye and I see his smirk!
Urgh, damn you and your sexy smirk!
‘No no! Stop it' I said mentally scolding myself. I cannot think of him! I started shaking my head desperately hoping it will throw his image out of my mind.
I sighed getting out of my bed and went to take a bath since I had to reach my job within 2 hours. The trip to my workplace will take almost half an hour since I have to walk all the way there.
I'm not complaining though.
I love to walk. It’s relaxing and I'll get to save more money too!
I couldn't help but let out a small laugh. Who would have thought royal blood be worried about running out of money?
After a quick shower, I wore my dark blue ankle jeans and a white shirt with a very loose full sleeve along with an ash sweater. I had a 15 minutes fight with my stubborn curly hair before putting it on a high pony. I wore a little eyeliner and a light red lipstick. I grabbed my phone and my bag before I went to the kitchen to make myself some breakfast.
Deciding on some pancakes I took out the ingredients and started making them. The cooking, as usual, was accompanied by a dance episode to my favorite mundane songs.
After breakfast and washing the dishes, I put on my white sneakers and made my way to work.
************Time skip*************
I sat on the seat in the corner of the kitchen rubbing my head. Today was a bit crowded than usual and two of our staff were sick, so the workload was double.
"Naomi! Attend the VIP lounge!" My manager yelled.
I sighed with a nod and made my way to the VIP lounge.
Now, the VIP lounge is for the ‘special important’ customers where they have the whole room to themselves.
Even though mundane has no king's rule there is a lot of hierarchy in the case of money. Some rich people come off as being really rude and we have to keep our mouths shut irrespective of what they say.
Honestly, I say they are lucky since I can't use my powers. You have no idea how many times I was close to turning them into a bug so I could crush them.
Usually, they book the VIP rooms for an important meeting and other things. There are six VIP lounges and one of them is the restaurant owners’.
Evelyn, one of the most experienced and graceful waitresses usually attends them, but she is on leave today.
Probably the reason why I was told to assist.
Even though I have been working for a year, I have never entered the Boss's lounge. I'm never good with humans and if I screw up with my boss, I’m sure it will cost my job.
I can't even use my magic to help me.
You see, using magic is like sending a signal. I know Hayden is still looking for me and the only reason why he has no such luck in finding me is that my magic is dormant. But as soon as I use magic he will know where I am. So I have to conceal my powers completely.
Reaching the VIP lounge, I took deep breaths before opening the door.
"Good morning. My name is Naomi and I will be your waiter for today." I said politely bowing my head.
Ok, good. I have to make sure I do not screw up my first impression.
I looked up and my eyes met with a pair of golden ones that looks oddly familiar. The eyes felt enchanting as if they will drown me in a trace.
We kept staring at each other until someone at the table cleared his throat making me look away.
Why did I do that?!
"Hello, Naomi. May we order?" A guy with brown hair and silver eyes asked.
"O-of course. What would you like to drink, sir? "I stuttered clearly embarrassed by the situation.
"I'll take the finest vodka please." He said.
"I'll have some green tea," a green-eyed girl next to him said with a small smile.
"And you sir," I said turning to the mysterious hazel eyed guy.
"Vodka," He said as I nodded and walked away to prepare their drinks.
Closing the door behind I let out the breath I’ve been holding.
"What was that" I whispered as I placed my hand on my fast-beating heart.
I shook my head trying to erase the weird feeling I was having. "I have to be strong," I said as I went to get their drinks.
(Railey POV)
She. Is. Here.
My mate! She was here all along. Working in my restaurant! How did I not see her?!
"Hey, Railey! Are you here? You seem to be spacing out” Vince said waving his hand in front of my face.
"It's her" I managed to say.
“Who?” Vince looked confused as Loreal grasped.
"OMG! Really?!" She squealed making Vince frown and look at her.
"What are you saying, Lo?" Vince asked still confused.
"His mate, you dumbass!" Lo said in a duh voice.
"Oh...his mate," he said thinking. "Ok. Mate... ma" and that's when his eyes widen in realization.
"Wait your mate! That's the girl! Finally! We found our Luna!" He said excitedly.
"But she is a human," I said as I furrowed my eyebrows.
"So?" Loreal asked raising one of her eyebrows.
Just then my mate came in with a tray of our drinks.
"Here you are. Vodka for the two gentlemen and green tea for the lovely lady." She said as my wolf purred on hearing our mate's angelic voice.
"Have you decided on what to order?" She asked politely.
"I don't know... it's hard to pick." Lo said looking at the menu.
"Shall I recommend the chef's choice?" She said professionally.
"How about Naomi's choice," I said making her blush.
"Well... I umm..." She stammered before clearing her throat."Well, I would personally recommend the flank steak pinwheels or the blue cheese beef tenderloin. It's today's special on the menu." She said confidently.
"Then, I would like the blue cheese tenderloin then. What about you, love?" Vince said.
"I don't want steak or beef today....." she said thinking.
"Then may I suggest the Italian macaroni cheese?" Naomi asked her.
"Oh yes. That sounds yummy" she said satisfied.
"I'll take the steak pinwheel then," I said as she nodded and wrote down.
"So 1 blue cheese tenderloin, Italian macaroni cheese, and flank steak pinwheel. Anything else? " She asked to which we nodded a no.
"I'll be right back with your food," she said bowing before walking out.
As soon as the door closes, I put my hand in my face and groaned.
It was pure t*****e not being able to touch my own mate when she is just a few meters away from me.
"Welcome to the sweet t*****e of mate pull," Vince said grinning.
"Shut up," I said glaring at him to which he chuckled.
"So how do you plan to do this," he asked as I let out a sigh.
"I don't know..." I replied feeling hopeless.
"Well let's start off by making her our friend and then you can build your way up," Lo said.
"That's a perfect plan, honey!" Vince said hugging her.
"But how," I asked.
"Oh, leave that to me." She said with a smirk. "All you guys have to do is leave this place after dinner saying you have an emergency." She said.
"Wait and leave you here alone? No way! You're not walking through the street alone at night!" Vince said crossing his hand and pouting like a 5-year-old.
"Oh Shut up, Vince. I'm not a baby. It’s not like I've never walked home alone at night. Do what I say or I'll make sure you sleep on the couch for a month" she said as his eyes widen.
"What! You can't do that!"
"You want to bet?" She said smirking.
"Ok! Fine! But call me when you reach home" he said as she smiled brightly.
"Ok!" She said kissing his cheek.
Ha! Whipped!
'Yeah... that's us very soon.' My wolf said making me choke on my vodka.
I will not be whipped.
'Sure you won't' he said laughing before cutting our connection.
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