Chapter 2: Bachelorettes

I fumbled over my tie for the thousandth time. The first limo was to arrive in less than five minutes. My palms had to be sweating Galleons, I was so nervous. It finally seemed like I was finally doing something right for my life.

The first black limo drove up the driveway and I met five outstanding women. Yolanda had somewhat of an attitude problem. The next limo pulled in and my nervousness shriveled away. The next five women were all extremely beautiful too. Beth was extremely tall, which frightened me a bit. Now that Molly girl, she was absolutely gorgeous. She had golden brown hair and brown eyes. She really caught my eye. The third limo brought Beth W., Gabriella, Isabella, Opal, and Tanya. Emily, Fawn, Kendal, Raquel, and Valerie were in the fourth limo. In the final limo; Queen, Nicole, Heidi, Jocelyn, and Lily.

Lily was the last to arrive, and we shook hands which ended quickly since it felt like lighting had pierced my hand.

"Hello I'm Lily," she said somewhat hesitantly.

"You look ravishing," I whispered, "by the way I'm James."

She laughed heartily, "I figured you were the one that everyone was talking about. You really fit their description, hot, glasses, and hot accent."

I smiled, "Well, I guess they were right. You have somewhat of an accent too."

"Yeah, I'm from England," she said.

"Me too," he said, "wow, small world."

She laughed, it sounded like bells. "Well, nice to meet you."

"Likewise," I said as she retreating inside the mansion, her emerald green dress billowing behind her.

Everyone was stunningly beautiful. Now I had to talk or try to talk with all twenty-five women. I stepped into the mansion with Chris.

Chris cleared his throat, "Excuse me ladies, but the party is about to begin. Welcome to the Hidden Chateau. Now, everyone, meet the bachelor James Potter!"

All the girls' were hollering and whistling as I said hi. The first group that I talked to was Nicole, Opal, Valerie, and Yolanda.

"So what do you do for a living?" I asked.

"I'm a country singer," boasted Yolanda.

"Wicked, even though I'm not a big fan of country," I said.

"I love your accent," said Nicole batting her long eyelashes.

"Thank you."

"Are you from England?" asked Opal.

"Yes. London, England is where I was raised."

"Awesome," cooed Valerie.

"Well, I'm going to go talk to them," I said glancing over to where Emily, Lily, and Gabriella sat chatting.

"Oh, you don't want to talk to them," said Nicole innocently.

"Why not?"

"We are way more interesting," said Opal.

"Bye girls." I made my way over to the other group.

"Hey James," said Emily as the other girls glanced up.

"You're Emily, right?" I asked, shaking her hand.

"Yes."

"And you are..."

"Gabriella, but everyone calls me Gabby."

"And you are Lily," I said remembering our little chat from before.

"Well yes that would be me," she said playfully.

I shook their hands and we chatted for awhile. The other girls kept me busy too. Then Chris came in ringing his cup. "Sorry ladies. James I need you to come with me. See you all at the Rose Ceremony."

In the deliberation room Chris told them that I would be giving out a white rose to the girl that had the biggest impression on me. I deliberated for quite some time; soon enough Chris came to bring me to the living room.

I walked out into the room with all the girls lined up on the stairs.

I spoke first. "Good evening ladies. Tonight I am to give out a white rose to the woman who had the biggest impression on me. The other fourteen roses will be given to the people I want to know better."

My hand found the white rose on the petal stool. My mind was racing into overdrive, then I said, "Molly."

Molly, wearing black heels, a tiny red dress, and lots of make up approached me with a smug smile on her face.

"Will you accept this rose?"

"Of course."

"Nicole, will you accept this rose?"

"Yes."

"Dani, will you accept this rose?"

"Yes."

"Beth M., will you accept this rose?" Lily smiled as Beth received her rose.

"Gabby, will you accept this rose?"

"I'd be honored."

"Tanya, will you accept this rose?"

"Definitely."

"Jocelyn, will you accept this rose?"

"Yes."

"Fawn, will you accept this rose?"

"Yes."

"Lily, will you accept this rose?" Lily had indeed caught my eye. Her stunning auburn hair and startling emerald green eyes could make anyone look twice at her. She looked oddly familiar.

"Yes, of course," Lily said quietly, somewhat nervously. Whenever he said her name butterflies erupted inside her. He seemed vaguely familiar.

The ceremony continued to where Wilma, Emily, Sasha, Raquel, Heidi, and Paula were given a rose. Most of the girls unpicked walked away quietly. I felt bad for having to let go so many stunning women. We toasted with our wine glasses, and then we said our good-byes until the group dates.

Lily was last, yet again, so we talked a bit longer.

"You are always last to talk to me," I smiled.

"Well I'm not very competitive to get to the "prize" as some girls call you," she said responding with the same gesture.

"I really hope you stay around for a long time," I whispered to her.

She blushed and said, "Me too. I really want to find true love. And if it is not with you, maybe I will know what to expect when I find it. I'll see you on the group date."

"Sleep well Lily," I said and gave her a peck on her cheek.

She left with a nod. My lips felt like they were about to explode after touching her soft, velvety skin. Although I didn't know this, but Lily was thinking the same thoughts as I was.

Chatsworth White House

The Chatsworth White House was amazing. The whole place was creamy white. It was gorgeous. There are five bedrooms, so there were three girls to a room. In my room were Emily and Jocelyn.

I quickly made friends with Emily, Jocelyn, Raquel, Sasha, and Beth M. All the girls were in a frenzy trying to find their beds. Most of the talk tonight was; did you see how cute his hair is? He is so hot! That accent is to die for. I looked over at Emily and we smiled and shook our heads. Emily was the only person I could relate too. We got along really well together.

"So Em, you are from Florida?"

"Well yeah, I'm from Orlando now. I was born in France though."

"I used to live in London, but my career brought me to the states."

"What do you do?"

"I'm a singer."

"Really, that's cool! I think I've heard of you before."

"You might have," I said. "I'm big right now in England, so it will be hitting the states soon. What do you do?"

"I'm in the crime investigation business."

"Oh bloody wicked! I love that kinda stuff."

"Me too," said Emily.

Jocelyn walked in with her hair up in a towel. "What's up roomies?"

"Waiting for you to get out of the shower!" exclaimed Emily. She jumped up and ran to the bathroom.

I laughed. "This is going to be an interesting month."

"You could say that again."