A/N: Hey! My god, my first ever fanfic! I'm scared but still KEEN! I just want to say, yes when i first uploaded this story it was... a bit crap... but blame the ipod on that. I'm still learning, soooo be nice. JKS. Reviews and advice are welcome. Hope you like :)
BTW - I dont own style savvy (or boutique which is the one I have...) except for the character ROSA!
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February / 12th / 2010
{Rosa's POV}
*Beep-Beep* went my utterly annoying alarm before my hand slammed it off.
I hate mornings. I hate it how I'm needed early for working days. According to Grace, my boss, it's important to open early so more customers buy. Yes, what she said was simple. But to be honest I didn't see the point. We usually open sometime around 8:00 but our earliest customers come at about 11:00.
Apart from the early mornings I actually love working at Primavera. The buzz I get from satisfied customers. The outfit choices. Conversing with people... CLOTHES! Retail fashion is my haven.
But I'm not working at Primavera anymore. No... No! Today was my shop opening! Just thinking about taking my next step in my career gives me an 'I'm on top of the world' feeling.
I've only been working at Primavera for just over a month and Grace (and probably Renee) says I have massive potential. It was last week when it was decided that I open my own shop... Funny... It feels like yesterday when it happened...
{FLASHBACK}
February / 4th / 2010
Gosh today's been tough. I say this, because I'm partially, mostly the only person who's really working.
Grace has been out almost all morning buying stock, and doing 'business stuff'. Lately she's ben out often saying the manager needs to see her and stuff. With her out this often so suddenly it feels like I'm the one running the mall/store.
Yes I'm enjoying it, but it doesn't mean Grace should leave me hanging!
And Renee, almost all she ever does is have makeup breaks, dresses mannequins, and bitches about the last customers I serve.
Renee is one helluva bitch, but luckily she says I'm reliable and a good person to 'chat' to, so I think I'm in the clear... I think... She can be nice once you get to know her. But that's all, she's so simple. Unlike Grace who I hardly see to get to really know...
Despite Grace being busy, I sort of admire her. Her personality and mostly appearance. She had beautiful, shoulder length curly brunette hair with highlights, dark blue eyes, and not light but not tanned skin. Renee, if you could look past the makeup and contacts had dark almost black hair with a green streak, and dark green eyes, and her skin was olive coloured.
"Hey Rosa. It's like reeaaalllyyy close to lunch so I thinking of having a bite,' she said after putting another layer of foundation, 'Can you take one for the team while I'm gone?" she said with a try hard smile.
I clenched both my hands in fists on the front counter in annoyance. She does this every day! I turned my head and put on my fake, calm, smiley face. "Yeah sure!" I 'happily' said.
...
An hour later after I finished with my thirtieth customer of the day, Grace finally came in with a joyful smile. She looked quite the opposite of what I was feeling. I didn't show any signs of negativity though. I need to show profession.
"Where's Renee?" she asked scanning the room.
-Why thanks. Hi to you too! This outfit? Oh well it was a bit expensive but it just looks fabulous, I say. O-oh Renee? Out of all the things you could've said you asked about Renee-
Yet through my minor anger I kept my composure. "She's piggin' out judging on how long she's been out the back."
"Wait- how long was that?" she asked I'm a superior manner.
"Eh, dunno... Like, a while... Like, an hour while? Why, what's up?" I asked getting to the point.
"*sigh*" (wow! Grace's first sigh!) "We've got a short meeting. I'm just shutting the store for a while because of it."
Then suddenly a familiar old man stood next to Grace. "Why hello there miss Grace, Miss Rosa. What a fine day" he chuckled.
"Hello Godfrey! It's nice to see you so happy."
"I think we both know why" he said tapping his nose and looking at me.
Wait! Now I know this dude! "Well isn't it good to see a familiar face. Have any dogs chased you lately?" I jokingly asked.
Only a couple of days ago Renee and I had saved the old butler from being attacked by a small dog in the park.
"Haha, oh no. I must thank you again for that."
"You two already know each other?" Grace asked in curiosity.
"Only lightly. She and Miss Renee saved me not long ago.' he chuckled. 'Uh by the way where is she?"
"I'm here! Just had to do some filing." she said holding a mirror in front of her face.
...doing filing my arse... More like nail filing.
"Well it's good to see that we're all here." said a newmanly voice.
I turned my head to see this new person. Oh god, there's a heaven on earth! But I only let surprise show on my face for that split second, and turned it into my soft, welcoming, friendly smiles. But ooohhhmaann he was hoott! But I can't let my emotions get in the way. I have to show profession.
"Oh my god!You're so hot!" Renee blurted out.
That instantly put a pained look on my face. This meeting was gonna be fun... Don't say anything Renee or I will burst out in laughter!..
"Dominic! Glad you came. This here is Rosa and Renee my assistants. Guys this is the owner." introduced Grace.
"Nice to finally meat you." he said politely... Outstretching his hand towards meeee!
"The same to you too. I've heard good things." I calmly said shaking his warm strong hand.
Just quickly observing him I saw his shining deep green eyes grinning at me. As he moved his head, his sandy blonde hair would sweep about, not short but not too long.
"Wait! You're the shop's owner?! You run all this? But you're so young and hot and rich! And I'm single!" Renee almost squealed.
Ok now her stupidity made me burst into soft laughter.
{Dominic's POV}
This girl Rosa was different. Not in the way she dressed or had her hair, just her personality was different. Unlike other girls she didn't gawk over Grace doesn't act like that now because they've known each other for a while, and she's got a boyfriend anyway.
No, I could feel my eyes carefully staring at the laughing figure in curiosity. She was beautiful. Pale creamy skin, deep red wine styled hair with a couple lighter highlights, grey eyes, and a fine figure that was skinny but not too skinny.
She seemed to like mixing Sonata, époque, and Alvarado brand outfits together. And thank god she wasn't crap at it too. Most people couldn't do that. Well I think. I'm not an expert on fashion, being a guy and all... She wore black Sonata boots, black with a hint of gold mini skirt, an époque blouse that matched the skirt's style, and Alvarado accessories.
Her hair was out and long with lots of perfectly placed layers. It complimented her movements. It looked so silky too, no noticeable knots.
I watched as she laughed at Renee. It was soft even if it was an outburst. She had so much potential. I knew now why Godfrey had brought my attention to her. I think he wanted to make her head of a boutique. Good. I want her to do that too. Grace said as much.
I heard myself let out a small chuckle as I saw Renee try to convince Rosa how 'hot' I am. It only made her laugh harder and clutch her stomach.
"Oh, the joy of the young." remarked Godfrey with a chuckle.
Yes, Rosa was exquisite.
"But don't you see? He's perfect and hot! But when I say perfect, I mean perfect for me!" Renee said to Rosa.
"This is great!" Rosa said between laughs "my god Renee! Just stop! Stop! I'm gonna cry and explode..." she wheezed.
I didn't feel insulted by Rosa at all laughing at Renee because of me. Usually a guy would be taken aback from being laughed at. But I knew Rosa wasn't laughing at Renee because she was overreacting about me. It sorta freaked me out.
"Oh, wow that was great!" said Rosa wiping a tear off her cheek. She has really slender hands... Wait- what? Focus! "I apologize for my colleague's actions. She can't help herself." she smoothly joked.
"But you just don't se-" Renee started.
"Shut-up, Renee." warned Grace. It was more a friendly warning than anger. "So guys, why have you come?"
She mostly directed the question at me but even I barely knew what was happening. "Well it seems Godfrey's the one with the ideas. Why don't you start?"
"Grace, do you remember your first times working here? I mean do you remember how hard but rewarding it was?" Godfrey asked.
"Of course I do. Like you said when I started it was really hard, hiring assistants, buying stock, pleasing customers. But look where I am now. Primavera has become the city's number one boutique and I'm really happy. But of course I couldn't have done this without Dominic's help. Why?"
"Do you feel that it is challenging because you're the best boutique in the city?"
"Yes. I will admit it is harder. And I can't satisfy every customer. But Godfrey where are you getting at?" she asked.
"What if there was to be another boutique that would open?" he pressed on.
I was confused at that point.
"But Godfrey. Grace is busy enough handling Primavera let alone another boutique. Who else could run another one?" Renee pointed out.
"Yes. I was thinking the exact same thing?" I regretfully agreed.
"Ooh! Dominic agreed. It's like we're connected or something!" she screamed.
I heard a scoff come from Rosa's direction. She had been quiet lately.
"Well I've been hearing positive things about your new employee..." he hinted.
Now I knew where he was going with this. I looked over her direction. She was lightly leaning on the counter and had her arms crossed. Her face was expressionless. Very unlike before. She is very mysterious...
"What? Rosa? Look I know she is exceptional at what she does but it'll take her a while to learn the ropes. And do you truly think she should this early." Grace asked surprised.
"Then she is more prepared now than when you started. You hardly knew how to manage a shop when you started." He pointed out.
"I guess. It's up to her I say." she smiled.
It was my turn to talk judging from the looks. I could see Rosa's cheeks turn a faint pink from being the centre of attention.
"Rosa. Do you think you can do this? Yes as Grace said, it will be hard but we all will support you." I asked.
She looked a bit uneasy. My heart sunk at the current response.
"I dunno. It just seems so big-" she started.
"Just think about it," I interrupted," You'll be famous if successful, you'll get to help people out..." Think!give her an excuse!.. "Andit'll give us a chance to get to know each other better."
Why did I just say that!.. Most girls would immediately agree and gawk at him, but she didn't seem fazed. But something would've got into her because she had a look as if in deep thought.
"Hmm… Oh! You've got me convinced! I'll do it." she answered with a cute grin.
Unknowingly I extended out my hand. She saw it and her smile turned wider realizing what she had done. She took it. Her skin was so soft. So soft she felt like she would easily break. For some reason my heart skipped a beat.
"Welcome to the team Rosa." I eventually greeted.
"Thank-you." she said.
"In preparation for your new boutique would you be able to see me at my mansion tomorrow. Just planning it to your liking."
She nodded in agreement. Her smile plastered on her face.
As I took back my hand I looked at my watch. 2:59... Wait I have to be at a meeting soon. Sometimes work gets a bit much.
"Well I have to be off. I'll see you tomorrow. Godfrey will give you the details. And... Good job guys." I finally said heading off.
I couldn't wait for tomorrow. Finally something different. But Rosa, I'm going to look forward to getting to know her. Even if she gives me a curious feeling. A feeling of... Lots of things... But I just met her. It's ridiculous!
I need to just clear my head. This next meeting can't afford distractions. Work will distract me.
Well... It didn't...