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The past two days consisted of a lot of fun with Meg. We went shopping, sight seeing, and even went nightclubbing a couple of times. Nadir joined us a couple of times, which made me feel safe at times. I don't really like the idea of Meg and I traveling in a foreign country alone, at least Nadir would be able to protect us if something were to happen. I hardly ever saw Erik, only seeing him a couple of times around the resort before going to bed. We had short conversations, but I know that Erik was mostly busy with work.
Today, Erik, Meg, Nadir, and I will be heading back to Ballesteros-Valdés SRL and we will be hearing back on whether or not Mr. Ribas will approve or object our proposal. This to me, is almost like an opportunity to actually go back and do a finishing touch on the proposal to see if I can turnt their heads in the right direction. In an effort to do this, I have been reading up on and studying my Catalán. It is quite similar to Spanish and it almost took me no time to learn what I would like to say.
I took a quick shower and proceeded to pick my outfit for the day. I decided to go with a gold sequin t-shirt and light blue skirt with gold and white flowers paired with nude colored heels and a white crossbody purse. I decided to put my hair up in a high elegant bun. With that, I headed out the door and met up with Meg in the café. I ran into her as she was ordering our breakfast, she was wearing a white top with a nude colored skirt with white flowers embroided on it and a large pink blazer, paired with nude pink colored heels and a light pink YSL crossbody purse.
Once we finished eating our quick breakfast, we headed for the lobby to meet up with the boys. The boys were conversing as we walked up to them. Nadir was the first to notice. "Hi, Meg. Hello, Christine," he said. Meg smiled up at him, and so did Christine… but he only noticed Meg's smile. Erik looked over at Christine as both Meg and Nadir were in the middle of a very important looking conversation. "Are you ready for today?," he asked. Christine nodded at him, "I am most definitely ready, I am very hopeful."
The car came around quickly after and before they knew it, they were on their way to Ballesteros-Valdés SRL. Once they arrived, they were shown to the same meeting room as before by the same receptionist as well. They walked in to find the same team of representatives as before. They took their respective seats and waited for Mr. Ribas to enter the room. He walked in shortly after followed by his personal assistant. He took a seat at the head of the table and his assistant took a seat next to him.
Mr. Ribas whispered a couple of things to his personal assistant. She looked up at us, "Mr. Ribas would like to know if you guys have anything else that you would like to add before he tells you guys his decision." Erik looked towards me, "I've got nothing," he said. I looked at her, "Mr. Destler has nothing to add. I however would like to say a couple of things before Mr. Ribas weighs us in on his decision." She nodded, and let Mr. Ribas know. He nodded towards me and motioned for me to head to the front of the room. Well here goes nothing.
I went through what I had rehearsed and I think that I may have mispronounced some things at some points because Mr. Ribas let out small giggles and his eyes looked full of amusement. I had finished my speech and returned to my seat, Mr. Ribas got up shortly after. He motioned for his assistant to come to the front of the room as well, he said a couple of things to her and she turned to us. "Mr. Ribas would like me to inform you that he has come to his final decision. After much analysis and going back and forth, he had decided that he would object your proposal. However, after hearing Ms. Daae's final presentation he has changed his mind. He says that he loves her spirit and that her determination to learn the Catalán language in an attempt to further examplify your proposal is what lead him to alter his decision. It is Mr. Ribas pleasure to announce that he has decided to approve your proposal, he is more than happy to be doing business with Destler LLC. Christine, he says that your spirit and determination reminds him of his own daughter… me."
After we wrapped up our meeting with Ballesteros-Valdés SRL, we headed back to the resort. It was around six o'clock when we made it back as we had decided to have a late lunch with the members of Ballesteros-Valdés SRL and afterwards, we had stopped at the beach for a bit. We all took our time exploring the beach and just relaxing. We were all happy and relieved after what we had accomplished. Once we got to the resort we all decided to change and get ready to have some dinner.
Meg and I got ready together, she decided to wear a dark blue dress with red flowers on it and a black leather jacket paired with black suede pumps and a black shoulder bag. I decided to wear a light red slip midi dress paired with light red strappy heels. Meg put her hair in a half up hairstyle, I put my hair in a French twist and let out a couple of hairs to frame my face. Meg and I both decided to wear some dangling earrings to match our outfits and then we made our way to the lobby to meet the boys. They were both dressed very nicely and had been waiting outside with the driver. The boys assisted us into the car after telling us both how nice we looked.
We had a nice long dinner and we each took turns talking about what we enjoyed on our trip. We all were excited to be going home but really enjoyed our mini work/vacation time. As we ate our desserts, Meg suggested that we head back to the hotel and properly celebrate. Erik nodded, "I believe we all deserve a couple of drinks. How about we head back to my suite and I can order us some drinks to the room." We all nodded along in excitement.
We arrived back to the resort at around nine o'clock, and headed up to Erik's suite. Once we all were inside, Meg and I took a seat on the couch while Erik and Nadir sat on one of the armchairs on each side of the couch. Erik picked up the phone, "alright what do you guys want to drink?," he asked as he dialed some numbers. "I'll drink some Long Islands," said Meg. "You know my usual, Erik. Just some whiskey on the rocks," said Nadir. "Um, I'll take some Sex On The Beach," I said. Erik nodded at the three of us as he was listening to the person on the other line. "Yes, room 666. If you could please send up a couple of drinks. We'll have some Long Islands, Sex On The Beach, Whiskey, and Vodka Martini please. Thank you," he said.
The room service waiter came up after a couple of minutes bringing about 4 of each of the drinks Erik asked for. Erik gave him a tip and he was on his way. We each finished each of our drinks and we were all beginning to feel a little tipsy. Meg put some music on and we all got up and danced a bit. The boys took a seat after a bit, and I decided to take one as well a little after. Meg looked at us and frowned, "You guys are all so boring! Come on, it's only ten o'clock. I know! Let's take this party elsewhere! Let's go to a club," she said excitedly. The three of us groaned, as the thought of having to get ready and head back out in public seemed to taxing for us. "Come on! It's our last night in Ibiza and we cannot leave without Erik, er… um, Mr. Destler joining us!," she exclaimed. We all looked over at Erik as he shrugged, "very well then. I'll go, but I am not promising that I will stay out all night," he said.
Meg and I went down to her suite where we both decided to get ready after Meg looked through my clothes and said, "Ugh! Way too conservative. You can NOT wear these clothes out to the club, I cannot believe I let you go out in these clothes before." I had shrugged at her before saying, "Meg, it doesn't matter what I wear. It's not like anyone is going to be looking at me, plus I am not about to hook up or date anyone from this place. Too far, and I cannot deal with a long distance thing." Meg rolled her eyes at me. "Oh, come on. Who do you think you're fooling? I KNOW that you have a thing for Erik. And it is OBVIOUS that the feeling is reciprocated. Now, let me do you a favor and get you looking stunning as fuck," she said.
I let Meg doll me up and dress me in clothing that wasn't too far out of my comfort zone. Meg ended up dressing me in a black organza sheer side mini dress with gold lock straps paired with black Christian Louboutin stilletos. The dress hugged my curves in all of the right places and made my girls up top look amazing. Meg straightened my hair and parted it off to one side. Meg wore a squared chain rose gold sequin low back dress paired with silver rhinestone lace up stilleto heels. Meg straightened her hair and put it up in a high ponytail, wrapping a small section of hair around the ponytail.
Meg and I both went down to the lobby to meet up with the boys. They were both pacing back and forth waiting. Once they heard our heels clatter on the ground, they both turned with their mouths wide open. I could have sworn I saw some drool spew out of both of their mouths. Nadir wolf whistled at us, "Damn girls, you guys are looking as hot as ever." I giggled, "thanks, Nadir. How kind of you."
The four of them were off to the club in no time. They were all excited to get out and enjoy the night out at the club. But nothing would prepare the four of them for what was about to take place…
Author's Note: I know, I know. A lot of information to process and a lot of events taking place in one chapter. I just want to get to the good part already and I needed to have some sort of progression to what is taking place next. I am sure you guys are starting to sense what may happen after these four mix drinks with suppressed feelings and desires. Tune in for the next chapter as I am sure it will keep you wanting more!