Summary

Kori Anders is a famous actress and now she is returning home for her best friend Rachel's wedding. When she arrives she is greeted by rejection and accusations from everyone including Richard Grayson, Rachel's cousin. He believes Kori is in love with Rachel's fiancé Xavier and is trying to tear them apart. But it is all a misunderstanding. Kori has been in love with Richard since she was young girl. Will she convince Richard or will she end up heartbroken once again?

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"We are here Miss Anders"

"Thank you George" I thanked my limo driver as he handed me his hand; I took it and was escorted gracefully out of the limo. "I will call you when I am ready to leave."

"Of course Miss, have a wonderful evening."

"I will try."

I take a moment to make sure everything is in order, my dress is in order, my hair is in place and my makeup is perfect. There is never a week when I am at home relaxing, it's always an event, an interview or on set. I never have a moment to myself. But next week was my chance; my best friend is getting married. Yes it will be busy because of the wedding, but I will have a chance to be on my own and see my friend. I haven't seen her in a long time but we've always stayed in contact even after what happened all those years ago. I haven't seen her in five years.
My father left me and my mother at a young age and at thirteen my mother died of cancer, so I was taken in by my uncle. That's when I first saw him.

"My name is Koriand'r Anders, but you can call my Kori."

"I see... So you are the daughter of Luand'r."

He had such a cold gaze, almost as if I had done something wrong. But he is so handsome that I can't stop looking, he's slightly older but I can't stop these feeling. His silk black hair, perfect skin and I can see his muscular body under his suit. So perfect. But that gaze, so piercing, so frightening. Please Stop.

"Since my sister passed away, I must look after her. We won't cause any trouble for my Mr Grayson. Let her stay" my uncle begs.

"Fine it's not like I have much choice. I'm not here that often because of my work anyway. I'm leaving my uncle and aunt to manage this mansion" he informed my uncle.

"I am fine as long as Richard gave you permission, but please keep her away from the mansion. I don't want any trouble" his aunt said. It seemed like she didn't like me either, I don't understand what I have done. Is it because I am going to be living here? I won't be any problem. Maybe I shouldn't be here.

"Certainly ma'am I will make sure Kori stays within the servant quarters."

I was taken in by my uncle who was the butler for the household. As a child I could feel that I was not welcome by everyone, except for Rachel. She was the only one who made me feel welcomed. She accepted me and told me not to worry about what her mother said. She also introduced me to her friend, who is now her fiancé, Xavier. But I knew I was unasked for by Richard. Ten years later I became an actress and I never looked back... I didn't want to.

As I arrived at the venue I was greeted by many people, complimenting me on my dress and my looks. I went in a beautiful white gown, with black flower lace on the top half and very low part of my dress. With a pair of black heels and my hair elegantly tied up. (Link in profile)

"Isn't that Kori Anders?" I hear someone say.

"Yes, oh isn't she beautiful!" Another replied.

"She's one of the lead actresses in Southern Beauties, thanks to her the show is a hit."

One turned to me and asked "Tell me Kori, your character Annabelle has had three husbands and she kicked her lover out of her house recently. What do you think is coming next?"

I giggled at his question "That's for the writer and me to know, and for you to find out."

"I guess you are right" he said in laughter "We are proud to sponsor the show" he continued "You play a tremendous villainess. Please keep up the excellent work."

I smile at him, feeling proud. I never knew so many people loved the show, and loved my character. It almost made me forget about what happened five years ago... almost.

"While we're on the subject let me introduce you to one of my biggest clients" the man continued "His name is Richard Grayson."

"Wait did you say Grayson?" I said.

There he was, right there. I never thought I would see him again. He has always hated me so why now? What purpose does he have to come and see me?

"Nice to meet you Annabelle, my name is Richard Grayson."

I didn't understand what he was doing; he was acting like we have never met... But I'll play along.

"Annabelle is my character name, my actual name is Koriand'r Anders but you may call me Kori."

"May I ask for a dance?"

"Huh?"

"Let's dance Kori."

He took me by the hand and we began to dance. It was like I was dancing on air gliding gracefully while he held me so closely, it was like if he let go I would fall back to earth. But he still had that cold gaze, like ice; he still looked at me with that gaze. But I couldn't look away, I want to but I can't. Richard is still as handsome as I remember; his hair is to some extent longer. I could still see his muscles under his tuxedo (Link in profile). No matter what he wears I could always notice his toned body. His skin as perfect as ever and his lips, I couldn't stop my eyes from staring.

"Why are you acting like we've never met before?" I questioned.

"I don't want people to know about what happened, do you?" he said closely to my ear, making me blush.

I feel silent; I knew he would bring that up. He will never believe me no matter how hard I tried to tell him, he never even gave me a chance. I know he hates me but that doesn't give him the right to falsely accuse me, he may be a billionaire but he lives in the same world as I do and I deserve some rights... maybe just not in his eyes.

"Rachel and Xavier are getting married" he whispered so no one could hear.

"I know I received an invitation from Rachel" I replied in a monotone voice, I didn't want to give away my emotions.

"Good. That will make this easy for me" He squeezed my hand tighter "Do not come to the wedding. You are nothing more than a trouble maker; you attending will just cause dilemma and difficulty. You've been warned, goodbye."

He let go of me and backed away as if he wanted to get as far away from me as possible. With those last words he turned and left me in a state of disbelief. He was forbidding me from coming to my best friend's wedding, and unfortunately I knew why. But I haven't seen this man in five years and that is all he has to say to me, was that all he could stand to say to me? But I thought I wouldn't see him again. Not now... not ever.

After my run in with Richard I thought it was best to leave, I got out my phone and called George "George can you bring the limo round?"

"Yes ma'am."

I took my chance to leave and enter the limo that was waiting for me.

"How was the party Miss Anders?" George asked.

"Unexpected" I replied.

"Oh and why is that?"

"Someone I thought I would never see again turned up."

"Is that good or bad?"

"Depends."

Nothing was said after that, I was left to think about what I should do.

"He's not coming Kori."

"Are you sure?"

"Yes I'm sure, he said because of his work he couldn't make it. Please come Kori, you're my best friend I need you here."

Well if Richard wasn't going... "Okay I'll be there."

"You will? Great, can you get here soon as. I want to show you my dress!"

"I'll be there right away" I hang up the phone and called George "George can you get me the next availed flight to Jump City?"

"Of Course ma'am"

"Thank you" I hang up the phone and get ready to pack my bag. As I'm packing I think back to what happened five years ago. It was the night of Rachel's birthday.

"Come on Kori, be a good housekeeper and show me some hospitality"

"Xavier stop!" he had such a tight grip on me that I couldn't get free, I did want this, I didn't ask for this! I closed my eyes trying to avoid his lips and imagining I was somewhere else with anyone but Xavier.

"What are you two doing?" I recognized that voice, but I prayed to god it wasn't who I thought it was.

"Richard!" Xavier screamed "It's not what you think, Kori seduced me!"

"What?!" I shouted in disgust, I would never think of such a thing!

"I'm leaving!"

And just like that he left leaving me frozen in place with Richard standing near me.

"What were you thinking? Xavier is Rachel's boyfriend!"

"You don't understand" I began trying to defend myself "He called me outside and then he gr-. "

"What a ridiculous lie!" Richard shouted.

I felt the tears building up, waiting to spill out, but I wasn't going to let him see how weak I was. I can be strong.

"You are just a child, story acting like an adult."

"I am not a child!" I shouted.

"What did you say?" he asked in astonishment.

"I said I'm not a child, I am eighteen now."

"Well if you are an adult than prove it."

"...How?" I asked. Richard placed a hand around my waist and one around my neck bringing me closer to him. I didn't understand what he was doing but all I could look at was his perfectly shaped lips getting ever so closer to mine "Richard w...what are you doing?"

Forgetting my train of thought he closed the gap and hungrily kissed me. He tasted of coffee and mint, a strange combination but I loved the taste. I wanted to remember this taste and carry on tasting it for the rest of my life. I felt so weak, I couldn't push him off, I didn't want to. His tongue pushed his way into my mouth and our tongues battled vigorously for dominance. I pulled him closer wanting to feel more. What was this sensation I was feeling?

Without warning he pushed me away violently "That's enough. See you are still a child. You are not even strong enough to push me away" He gave me one last glance before he turned away.

"Richard!" I called "It's not..." but it was too late he was already gone. So I did the same. I turned and left, I needed to sleep and think of some way to speak to Richard, tell him what really happened.

When I go home I was greeted by a slap across my face.

"You shameless girl!" My uncle shouted "How could you?"

"Uncle Galfore..." I wasn't given a chance to explain.

"This was just like before, you really are the daughter of my sister!" he had so much anger that I feared he was going to hit me again. "Your mother was Richard's father's mistress, they left their own families and ran away" Out of anger he punched the tabled "Richard was only a child, later his father died. Richard hates your mother" He looked at me with a vile glare "He will never be serious about you!"

I knew he hated me, but what my mother did was not my fault... why take it out on me?

"We are no longer family, leave!"

"But..."

I received another slap, even harder than the last "Get out of my sight and leave!"

I left the next morning; the only person who cried for me was Rachel. Richard never even showed up.

When I think about that night it still hurts me inside. The hatred everyone had for my mother was taken out on me; my mother wasn't there anymore so they needed a way to take their anger out. I was the target and I always will be. But that was five years ago. I am an actress; I will keep my emotions hidden.

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