Jennifer smiled as little Amanda pulled her hair like crazy, wincing at the pain,she silently count to three before laughing loudly,

effectively getting the small child's attention

"would you look at that Amanda! time's up four mins to go and your mom will be here oh gosh , I am so happy. she loudly said to the room as if the kid will not understand her words.

Amanda laugh and clapped her hands,not knowing a thing. Don't get her wrong , she loves her all around job but sometimes dealing with kids takes a little toll on her.

Jennifer Benz is an orphan girl whose parents died at age of 4yrs and was raised by her aunt.

Who maltreated and hate her.

she is twenty four years old college drop out, took business administration when all she wanted to do was cook and make her own restaurant somewhere in the world, particularly in France but all she can do now is to dream when life took a dhit and make her broke as a mouse.

One of her friends suggested having this online job, helps for hire.

Jennifer has knack for taking any kind of task e.g walking with dog , tutoring, shopping. it sound exhausting but it actually pays well, much better in fact than taking three jobs with fixed salary.

Dora ,one of her regular client who always schedule a tutorial job for her arrived in no time. cooing at her 2 yrs old baby who lights up as soon as she sees her momma. "Hi, sweetheart! a

How are you? hope you learn something new today? Dora teasingly looked at Jennifer who rolled her eyes.

" yes she learn new things today.

Jennifer turns to grab her things.

Okay , I have sent my payment in your account check it .

Thanks,Dora ,till next time.

Jennifer Walk straight to her room to check her website.

Hu what is this ? A new client hey ? Jennifer excitedly open the email which has a business letter head on top .

Dragon company? she whispered in surprise and laughed to herself and continuing reading the mail .

Dear Ms Benz,

We are informed that you are offering services for your client's needs and we would like to acquire your services for a personal and confidential matter.

Details of our proposed job will be explained if you are free to meet up with Mr Daniel this He will personally explain what the job description is and all your questions regarding it.

please let us know if you are interested and if you are free for lunch this week.

Attached is my

Telephone and cell

phone number.

Thanks and Regards

Daniel len summer.

Jennifer silently thinks if she will take it or leave.

her interest is piqued of course what job is expected from her?

she typed her reply and hiss

" let's find out shall.

David walk around his office as he tighten his fists in annoyance he's just twenty six years old and his whole family is in his back, pressuring him to get a bride and produce a baby as if that is easy as going inside the store to buy stuff.

lam not going to let them ruin my life, it's time for a plan he whisper as a knock was heard .

"cone in" -------+

She has reply sir, she will meet you at lunch tomorrow,

Sarah said as she went inside the office.

David smiled in satisfaction, he know that woman will say yes. who doesn't like money, golddigger.

it's okay though, he can use the attitude to manipulate her with his wealth.

Thanks for helping me out sara..

"No problem sir .

Meeting a client has never been this formal for Jennifer, Mr Loris booked a table at a high -end restaurant for their meeting and she as to admit that she is quite nervous by the gardeur.

Walking silently towards the table where the staff kindly assist her, she sat down and wait for the man.

David loris.

Everyone knows him,

as one of the richest businessesman In sky city ,

he is known as being cold and arrogant.

"I'm dying to know what this is all about",.

she mutter to herself as one of the staff pour her a glass of wine.

Mr Loris is on his way now madam here's some wine as you wait ".

"Oh thank you so much ".

She takes the glass and take a sip.

Looking at her watch, fingers tapping impatiently at the table when the man finally arrived, looking sleek with his black powerful suit that fir his body perfectly.

Jennifer feel unconscious runs her hands on her skirt. hoping that she somehow looks decent enough.

"Ms Benz, sorry for keeping you waiting, I got into traffic on my way to this place ."David briefly said as he sit beside her.

"I understand Mr. Loris but I also have an appointment later, so shall we start this meeting now? Jennifer smile hides her anger.

"Alright then your website is recommended to me by a friend, he said you are very diligent with your job and you are very strict when it comes to privacy, I search about it and finds it decent enough and I am here to offer you a deal ".

"Okay let's bear it .

" I need you to pretend to be my fiancee"..

David quickly said.

Jennifer choke on on her wine and touch her chest with her hands, grabbing tissues to wipe her mouth.

"What?!!" She gaps as she look shock at the man beside her who just look at her in amazement.

But ... Okay. Mr Loris, actually my website offers services which includes cleaning, tutoring and shopping.

Jennifer nervously said.

"The Ads on your website says you'll do anything for your client.

"yes .

The service you are requesting is in another level Mr Loris, it's like hiring me to be an actress and play my part as your fiancee.

Jennifer nervously explained.

"Yes that's exactly what I am doing right now I telling you that I will pay you if you do your part well . you can use what I will give you to

start your own company or business. I really need someone with me for next month. David urges her to say yes .

Jennifer bites her lips in confusion , if what David said is true then she will have the means to start a business of her own.

" You're saying that it's next month "?.

"Yes but I need an answer now . so what is your decision.

"Tell me the details, am I going to there and mingle with your family and then what...

that's it

" Don't worry about that , I got it all planned out.

If you say yes now , I will have you moved out of your apartment to mine, we will live together for a month before the family vacation. David calmly explains.

" Be ----- with you in the same house."

"Yes , why ? Are you scared? you don't have to be ------ , by the way you are not my type, I date models , you are too short for my taste.

"I'm not scared.....

Okay, then are you saying yes?. David look expectedly at her knowing she is hesitating .

Jennifer wonders if she can do it for a month , it a very hard job especially since she will be acting as if she likes arrogant man beside her.

" You will treat me fair? I don't want to be push around, you have to respect me as your pretend fiancee " She crosses her arms as David smiled in satisfaction knowing he has get her .

"Yes .... Iam glad that you agreed. listen, give me your phone number. I will pick you up later.

What ? now ... I'm moving in now ?

'Yah , we don't have time , You and I will spend a month getting to know each other, to make our actions more natural .

Jennifer nods her head .

" Okay, whatever you say, boss".

" Cheers! To our fake relationship!". Jennifer lift her glass of wine as they both cheer for the agreement.

TBC^^^^^^^^^^^.

COMMENT

Jennifer look at the tall building where David's car stopped, She felt happy by the beauty of the place. Simple and very sophisticated, something she only see on television.

David Walks towards her and put his arm around her neck to guide her forward.

"My apartment is on the 30th floor, listen act casual and pretend that we knew each other for quite long ''.

David whispers as Jennifer nods her head.

" I'm sorry, I have never been in a place like these ''

Jennifer nervously said as David pull her inside the elevator, their appearance is gathering some whispers and they are been look by many .

"Ignore them, but be prepared to see your face on the newspaper tomorrow''. "It have been a while since I take someone with me back to my apartment ''. David chuckles in embarrassment, having realized that he has been so busy with work, his sex life has been non-existent.

Jennifer surprisingly look at David.

"Really? But why those tabloids keep on writing that you're with different girl's every night?

Jennifer curiously asked which makes David snort in distress.

"Don't you ever trust the reports made by some tabloids, they just making false accusations and rumors ". David said distastefully.

Jennifer smile in understanding, such a life, these celebrities and well known people have, it must be a burden and a blessing at the same time She wouldn't know as she is as normal as a normal can be.

"Here we are "

She was interrupted by David shout .

David usher her inside and went straight to the kitchen. He offer her some refreshment and went to sit beside her.

"Do you want to rest first then talk or do you want to talk first then rest?

Talk, so I can rest. Jennifer look expectantly at David.

Okay, before we go to visit my parents you need to know more about me if we're going to pretend that we're lovers.

Yes, that's true .

",Let start with me. My name is David loris and my parents are both Philippines who grew up here in California. I'm twenty six years old ''

"What? I thought you're older than that ''------

Jennifer said in shock.

Is that an insult or what.

"Sorry------- go on. Jennifer casually said as she makes herself comfortable on the couch.

I'm the only child of my parents. which is the main reason my family has been pressuring me non stoping .

"So they are very old fashion then I 'll take note of that one". she said as she shakes her head in disbelief. At this age , people are still forcing their kids into marriage.

The plan is for you to pretend to be my gf for a certain period.

Jennifer bites her lips in worry

"If I have to pretend that I'm your gf then I need to be comfortable when you touch me she said nervously as David lean closer to her .

That is one of the main reasons why you are here I need you to be comfortable with me and I think that sharing a bed as we sleep in one room. Don't you agree?

"what --------- we will sleep on the same bed.? she gaps in shock .

"Yes don't worry your pretty head off babe nothing will happen without your consent.

That is what I promise you.

David said in determinedly tone as he stared into those hazel eyes.

"But that's too far ------- she weakly said when David put his finger on her lips .

"You already say yes , and now you have to do as I wish .

Jennifer tries to get her courage back but got intimidated by David's Sharp gaze.

"I------ Okay fine. Jennifer weakly said as David stand up with satisfied smile on his face.

"Very good---- I will take a quick shower then you can have the bathroom to yourself. David wink at her and went out of the room.

Jennifer touches her heart and feels it beating too fast due to nervousness.

"My God what did I got myself into? she ask as she look at the Master bathroom where David walked into.

Who wouldn't be attracted to David ,tall fair and handsome with alot of money to boot

"I can't fall for him ------

David took a shower and put on his pajamas for bed , when he remember about his deal with Jennifer his temporary fake gf . he has alot of women who are willing to sleep with him but non look like Jennifer.

she looks like an innocent girl whom boys can take home to meet their parents. She looks like a goody girl.

"It is a good thing she is not my type.

that particular thought calm his mind as he sleep off .

He wake up with a smile that morning, eager to go out live his life. Stress free , burden all gone .

He went down stairs to make himself a cup of coffee and he perseve sweet aroma of food .

Jennifer is right there preparing a simple breakfast for both of them to eat this morning which fried plantains and eggs with rice .

What the fuck .... he mutter under his breath as he slowly walked towards the kitchen where Jennifer is.

"Hi good morning.

come let's have breakfast.

David stands there looking lost, when Jennifer waved her hand on his face.

"Hey----anyone in there?

"I'm sorry, I'm just a bit shocked I mean thanks for the meal. He said awarkwardly as Jennifer lift an eyebrow at him.

"You're paying a fortune for my services Mr Loris, might as well work for it right? She grabs his shoulder and forces him to sit down.

"Now let's eat ''.

he was still looking at the girl in front of him as if he really can't believe his eyes. the girls he have dated doesn't even know how to fry things and this girl cook up a meal without burning his kitchen.

"You know what, you're an amazing woman Jennifer. David said as he stuffs himself on the food. After finishing their meal David stop Jennifer ,to ask her one question.

"You don't have to do that for me. why did you do it? he quickly asked.

"Kindness doesn't need reasons David .

I cooked for you because I want to cook and I want some company as I eat . It sucks to do things on our own right? I might as well enjoy my times with you as a friend.

Jennifer explained.

"Thank you, he quickly said before walking away from the scene as quickly as he can. Jennifer chuckles at David and shout her answer.

"You're very much welcome David L.

TBC----------