Iris's p.o.v.
Edward was just driving out of the arrival area while Hunter and I
climbed up a flight of stairs to the Reid's residence.
" Are you sure I shouldn't change? I feel so casual" I whined but
honestly I do.
I was wearing a leopard print gown that ended mid thigh and is off
shoulder with long sleeves, but I'm stepping into the house where
multimillionaires will be feeding.
I only hope Michelle will not mistake me for their kitchen rag.
" Miss Jules for the last time, you look amazing" Hunter groaned and I
don't blame him. This has got to be the twelfth time I've asked.
But still I pouted at his name referral.
" You said Jules" I plushed my lips in his direction.
" Yes, because I've been telling Iris she looks awesome but I haven't
told Jules yet" he whisper snapped.
That may be true.
" So I look okay?" I just wanted to be hundred percent sure.
" Arrrrgh!! I am not answering that" He marched towards the door and
pressed the doorbell.
A ding dong was heard and not up to fifteen seconds a plump short man
opened the door.
" Welcome Mr McConnell" the petite Butler gave a curt nod before
excusing us and opening the door wide enough for us to go through.
Hunter gestured with his hand for me to go first .
Who would've guessed that chivalry was still existent.
I walked into the open room and my mouth fell agape.
Their house is larger from within.
The roof should be at least twenty extra feet above my head and golden
chandeliers graced every corner with superb lighting.
This place was just an open hall but there were two doors on each wall
from us.
" You coming or not?" Hunter's voice brings my wandered mind back to the
reason for being here.
He was biting down a smirk mockingly at my awe. I only sent him a glare
and followed closely behind.
He stepped towards the first door on the right wall and gently pulled it
open.
His lack of confusion made me realize he's frequented this building more
often than not.
Holding the door open for me as I walked in then he followed suit.
Mrs Reid was the first person who caught my eye as she whizzed around
the dining table with a maid following her every movements.
They were setting plates all round like she was preparing to meet the
president.
Is this how rich people eat meals?
The dining hall was an exquisite room with high class decor. The room
giving off an eighty's vibe due to it's magnificent lighting.
Chairs and tables resembled the artistic carved interior work by the
world finest sculptors and the wood looks like it was grown on a
certified amazon.
I can see the Reid's derive a sweet delight from the use of
chandeliers as they did not fail to make use of it in the room before
me.
"Mrs Reid?" Hunter calls out to the lady bustling with an unhidden
excitement.
At first she seemed shocked and steered her head to the right in
confusion to find who had called her, but no longer than a second she
turned the opposite direction and met our eyes.
" My goodness! Hunter darling you look stunning" she slapped her hands
together and took hurried strides in our direction.
Hunter in turn walked forward to welcome her embrace.
" So do you Ma'am. Where's everyone?" He asked after the short hug.
" They're all around somewhere. I've met this lady before haven't I?
Jules, am I right?" Mrs Reid asked as she approached me to hand my own
share of the embrace.
" Yes it is. Nice to see you again Mrs Reid" I politely responded and
smiled.
After pulling away from me she scrutinized me with her eyes and a
smile formed on her lips before she turns back to the maid whom she
abandoned by the table.
" Linda, please do inform everyone that Hunter is here with his date"
her voice chirpy as she took Hunter by his hand and they walked side by
side to where the maid once stood.
I glanced round the room awkwardly, not knowing what to do till Mrs
Reid speaks up again.
" Jules sweetie, do have a seat please"
I nodded and moved to have a seat by the table, but before I could
Mason appeared in the hallway whilst pushing someone on a wheelchair.
As soon as our eyes made contact, I couldn't ignore the flutter and
joy that resonated through me and I believe he felt it too cause he
smiled broadly.
" Jules I believe you've met my son Mason previously, well here's my
other love, Michael. Michael meet Jules, Hunter's date"
As they drew nearer I noticed Mason's cringe when I was referred to as
Hunter's date but I wouldn't blame him, I also cringed at the first
reference.
" Nice to meet you Jules. I've heard so much about you" Michael said
when he was at a closer range, so he extended his hand for a shake.
" Oh really? I hope it's all positive" I leaned down to return his shake
with a smile and sent a brief look at Mason.
" With my source, I doubt it will ever be bad" Michael's reply made
everyone present laugh. Including Hunter, and I think I sighted a few
maids who were lurking around the corner laugh too.
" Well then, I'm grateful to your source" restoring my posture, I was
able to look Mason in the eye.
" Michael, bro it's been a while" Hunter called from the other side of
the table, still standing and having a conversation with Mrs Reid.
" I know dude. You ditched me!" Everyone got laughing once again till
another voice interfered.
" Hunter, I'm glad you accepted" Mason acknowledged with a smile.
" Have I ever declined?" Came Hunter's response.
" Seriously dude, has he?" Michael's question directed to his brother
Mason but it was able to extract a chuckle from both I and Mason.
I took it as an opportunity to regard the second gentleman before me.
" Mr Mason"
" Miss Jules" he responded with a smile that appears to be growing by
the second.
But I couldn't blow our cover, not with all these people under this
roof.
I was about to go ahead with my formalities when the clicking of heels
attracted everyone's attention to the stairs.
Michelle appeared, looking as graceful as ever. Wearing a peach gown
with her straight hair in a tight bun, her simple attire looked so
expensive.
" Evening everyone" she sent her greetings with a smile and eye movement
that probably lingered longer than expected to Hunter.
Mason being the betrayal he is, started coughing out of the blue and I
understood why.
I don't know if it's only me, or is someone else noticing Hunter's
blush?
" Mason, you alright?" His mom questioned in concern.
" Yeah, I'm all good just a little slip" he responded and I bit my lower
lip hard enough to swallow my laughter.
She nodded in understanding and returned to her conversation with
Hunter and now Michelle joined the group.
" So, you're Hunter's secretary?" Michael asked me as Mason is still
standing behind him with a grip on the handles of his wheelchair.
" Yes I am"
" How does working with him feel? Cause for all I know, he's a
douchebag" Michael's smirk was entirely playful and even despite his
facade, I could see the love he really possess for the McConnell son.
It really seems to me that Michael is the easy going and most cheery
person to talk to in this family.
Wait!?
There's a sister missing.
An as if on cue. Mr Reid appeared from the same door Mason and Michael
emerged from with a lady by his side.
That lady is who I presume to be the first child of the Reid family.
Her elegance is beyond stunning and her physique is more chic than
many teens.
I think I remember Meredith saying something between the lines of her
sister having two kids.
This lady doesn't look like someone who's exchanged wedding vows yet.
" Hunter, so glad you could make it" Mr Reid says with a hint of
appreciation in his voice.
" It is an honor Mr Reid. Mary, how's the family" Hunter walked up to
the man of the house for a handshake too.
The eldest sister who was asked a question only nodded her reply and
started scanning the area like she was spotting out impurities.
Maybe she's not the talkative type.
" Shall we then?" Mrs Reid asks everybody impatiently.
" Of course, everyone do have a seat" Mr Reid addresses and I take the
seat directly by my side.
" Good. Hunter darling please help me with the condiments on the kitchen
counter" Mrs Reid kindly requested and Hunter didn't delay before
leaving.
" I'll help" Michelle jumped from her seat and followed Hunter into the
next room.
Well our condiments may be delayed a while.
" Tell me more about Meredith" it was then I saw Michael was situated by
my side and I couldn't be happier with the choice.
" Meredith huh?"
That's how I spent my night chatting away.