Chapter 21: Chapter 21

The beeping of his phone got him out of his thoughts. He lazily picked his phone from the table and checked the message.

The message is from Juliana, she reminded him of her birthday party.

He felt distressed as he touched his temple, closed his eyes and relaxed his back on his office seat which he's sitting on.

He had already promised Juliana to be at her birthday party, if not… he doesn't think he has the strength to be there. His mind had been wandering through a lot since morning and it got him distressed. Also, he has got himself worked up by handling so much work in a day all in the name of trying to stop thinking about his little wife but still yet, he couldn't.

Juliana is a good friend of his in the entertainment industry. He's a man that has just a few friends and Juliana is one of them. He loves her vibe and how she doesn't give a fuck to the media, she's a valiant independent lady.

Maybe going to this birthday party will ease the stress in him and get his mind off the things he wants to stop thinking about.

Having this thought in mind, he stood up and picked up his phone which he had earlier returned to the exquisite desk in front of him.

Like a dazzling prince charming, he walked out from his beguiling and spacious office room.

“G… Good evening sir," Kate greets with a stutter. She had been working as Jace's secretary for close to one year but she's still intimidated by this hunky man's presence.

This is the only celebrity who has control over the media. No media dares release any news that could tarnish his image and not just that, his fans do not care if he's a heartless business tycoon. They love him, even if he's the devil himself. Kate believes that this is the reason this man lives his life without caring about his reputation.

Despite being scared of this man, she has always wanted to have his attention and thereby coming regularly to the office with mini skirts or gowns.

Kate has wondered if this man will ever notice her effort. She's a great fan of his and that was one of the reasons she did everything she could to work as his secretary.

The day she got this job, she believed it was a dream come true and she was overjoyed.

From then onwards, she had been trying hard to accomplish her mission of getting his attention but it has always been futile.

She heard he only allows a woman to warm his bed once… she doesn't mind having one night stand with him, the only thing she cares about is to moan with great pleasure while this man is above her.

Just like every other day, this virile boss of hers didn't even spare her a glance and just walked away. He only looks at her whenever they are discussing business and of course, his stares don't last more than a minute.

Dejectedly, Kate took her seat but still determined not to give up.

Jace ignored his secretary whom he knew about her effort of getting his attention as he walked out from the office and took the elevator down to the bottom floor. She's not his type and he has never been attracted to women like her.

When he got to the parking lot, his driver and also his trusted man were already waiting for him with other bodyguards in black suits.

They all greeted him by bowing their heads in respect, he hardly responds to greetings so he just ignored them and turned to Victor who also bowed his head towards him.

“Can I have the car key, I will drive myself… you all can go home," he said, stretching his hand to take the car key from Victor.

“But sir…. the sky had turned dark and regarding your status you can't walk alone especially during the night," Victor cuts in, not giving him the car key.

Jace understands that Victor cares for him, which is why he dares to question his order. Victor is not just his driver or his trusted man, he's also his friend.

“I will be fine on my own, I don't want too much company. I won't stay long at the party so you don't need to worry about me."

“I insist not to go alone sir. You have so many enemies out there. Recently, Mr Dante was throwing a threat, he said that he's going to use your music career against you but I'm sure that's not his only move," Victor stated in a matter of concern.

Jace scoffed when he said those words not actually at him but at the stupid Mr Dante.

“You shouldn't worry about Dante's threat… They are all empty threats. That coward can't do anything to me," Jace said as if he's scorning at Mr Dante.

“I suggest we still need to be careful, your cousin Kevin was spotted with Mr Dante some days ago. We all know Kevin hates you and he might want to work hand-in-hand with Mr Dante to bring you down."

Jace chuckles sardonically, he doesn't harbor one bit of fear because of those fools. He could only chuckle or laugh at their stupid game.

“Kevin is a loser, you shouldn't worry about that idiot. I will definitely be fine on my own but I know I can't stop you from caring for me. I will only go with you, send those men back,"Jace said.

Victor was relieved he listened to him although he often listens to him but not all the time.

Victor opened the car door for Jace and he gracefully stepped into the car.

He sent off the other bodyguards while he took the driver's seat and in no time, the car was already out of the company's premises as its black tyres collided with the smooth black road.

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Finally they arrived at the magnificent hotel. Jace got down from the car and made his way inside the tall building.

There were some paparazzi, reporters and some crazy fans who knew about the event that will take place at this five-star hotel tonight so they made themselves available to get a glimpse of their favorite celebrities. The reporters were of course here to gather news that will boast their companies.

As if sensing this type of situation, Jace wore a facemask which was able to hide almost every part of his face and he smoothly walked into the hotel building like a common man and was not noticed by his numerous fans who gathered outside for him. He also took a route where there were less fans and paparazzi.

At last, he entered the enormous event hall with Victor and unhidden his face from the mask.

Everyone here is just like him, they are top celebrities and business tycoons, so no need to hide his face from them.

But of course, he knew that most females among them are crazy for him and some men too, especially gays. He's a man whose beauty has the power to attract both men and women to himself. His dark cold aura is not something to be worried about by his admirers. He only greeted those he's acquainted with before meeting with Juliana.

“Jace, I'm so happy you made it," Juliana said jollily as she gave him a slight hug.

Jace just flashes her a little smile which barely reaches his eyes.

“Happy birthday Juliana," he said and gave her the gift he got for her.

Juliana was overjoyed, not only did Jace honor her invitation, he also got her a gift.

Though she knows that she has a cool relationship with Jace… he's a man that hardly honors an invitation, especially birthday stuff, he finds it tiresome and a waste of time. He only honors an important invitation that sticks to either his music or his business careers.

This is her first birthday invitation she sent to him —out of her numerous birthday invitations she has sent to him— and he honored it so she's definitely happy.

Jace was taken to the VIP section which is on the top floor in the big hall.

He sat there like a king in his own kingdom as he sipped the expensive alcoholic wine. He intended to get himself drunk, maybe that's the only way he could get the thought of his wife off his head.

He's now glad that Victor insisted on coming with him. He will take him to his house in his estate once he's drunk.

Sitting at the VIP section, he was able to see almost everyone in the party, especially those coming from the entrance.

He was having his drink when his eyes caught a slender charming figure. He has to blink his eyes severally to make sure he's not imagining seeing his little wife walk through that door and get into this vast party hall.

He doesn't believe what he saw, maybe he's illusionary seeing his wife because he couldn't get her off his head and he's already feeling tipsy.

He was trying to understand what he's seeing when Annabelle walked up to him. He's not surprised to see her here, she's a model just like Juliana, so maybe Juliana invited her.

“Hi Jace!" Annabelle waves and takes a seat beside him. “I returned to the state and Juliana invited me to her birthday party, I never thought I would see you here. That's unlike you, Juliana is very lucky to have you in her birthday party. Though I was the first lucky one because you always come to my birthday party."

Annabelle blabs out though Jace had already ignored her and returned his gaze towards that alluring figure he's trying to decipher who she is.

“Are you angry at me?" Annabelle asks, her voice dramatically emotional.

She continued even though he didn't reply to her.

“I know that I disrespected you but believe me I thought that little action of mine wouldn't hurt you. You told me she's your wife but your grandfather forced you to marry her. I still don't understand why you are angry because of what happened that night. You don't love her, right?"

Her last sentence made Jace to finally acknowledge her presence by sparing her a glance, still yet he did not speak. He returned his gaze to where he had previously taken it from. It was at this moment that he finally understood that he's not imagining his little wife's presence here, she's actually here… and she looks glamorous and gorgeous, she's damn beautiful. His eyes refused to blink as they were widely staring at her in awe.