Chapter 3 UNEXPECTED DESIRE

With a beep sound, John noticed a mail on his laptop. "I think it's in" He announced with a faint smile of which Nina stared at him expectantly as he scanned through his device.

There was a brief moment of silence as he went through the mail. Looking up after awhile, he stated as he met her fixed gaze.

" All is set now– every data and info needed is right here. We'll be leaving together for the conference in two weeks from now , hence, I'll like you to take a week off to prepare for that."

Nina politely nodded with a bright smile. "Okay sir... thank you so much for trusting me as always. I'll do my possible best for a top score at the conference " She pledged and John chuckled.

"You deserve it and I know you'll do just great." He said and Nina gave a slight bow, full of smiles.

"Thanks once again–I'll like to take my leave now" She went on. " Got a few more things to tackle before breaking for the week."

"Sure, you can....See you ." He answered and Nina excused herself out of the office.

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A week later, the day for the conference finally arrived. Nina met John at the airport as planned; with their reservations already made, they both hurried on board– their flight soon took off thereafter.

With the five hours, 20 minutes flight from New York to California; John and Nina's flight finally landed on the lands of California. It was already past 8pm and they needed to check into their hotel which was a 15minutes drive from the airport.

The car soon pulled up on the huge compound of HOTEL DE ROY– It's bright lights explored the beautifully designed and well kept surrounding. It was the most classic and well known hotel which topped all for their great service and serene environment. Due to it's closeness to the airport, most executive arrivals mostly lodge in for their short stay.

On arriving at the reception, the young chestnut lady greeted them with a warm and welcoming smile to which they smiled back.

"Hello, good evening, Sir..... welcome to HOTEL DE ROY ; at your service." She shortly stated. John nodded with a response and pressed on.

" Two rooms, please. "

"Um, sorry sir, we're all booked – We've only got just a room left. " She answered.

"Oh, great." He cried, his exhausted figure, completely spelt out his displeasure. "Is there no other hotel close by?" He asked on an impulse.

"There is but takes an hour and half to get there." Nina answered of which the look on his face clearly objected to.

"I guess we got to manage this for now since we won't be staying for long."

With that said, the receptionist instinctively grabbed the key and huddled ahead.

"This way, please...." She said and they both followed her, with a gentleman who tailed with their luggage right behind them.

A few minutes after they had settled in, John returned from the washroom– refreshened and smartly dressed in his long white sleeves, coupled with a black coat and trousers. On noticing him, Nina announced.

"The meeting is in 30minutes, Sir and we ought to arrive at the venue, 10minutes before time." John glanced at her and smiled.

"Sure, I believe we're all set now... shall we?" He asked and Nina nodded, taking the lead as she grabbed a set of file and a tablet PC from the desk opposite the bed.

Soon, they had already hit the road again to the venue. Arriving 10minutes earlier as planned, an usher warmly welcomed them at the entrance to their designated seats.

With a few greetings here and there, the conference kick started. There were a lot of dignitaries and well known business tycoons representing as well. By the end of the conference, PARKERS' GROUP OF COMPANY, emerged as the most outstanding international group– winning a lot more contracts in the process.

John and Nina were overwhelmed with joy, considering the outcome.

" Nina, this calls for a celebration.... " He had told her, the moment their car pulled out of the venue.

"Yes.... it really does." She affirmed.

Right on alighting at the hotel, they strolled over to the casino with chats and laughter. Celebrating over few alcohols of which they exceeded their limitations. Too drunk with joy and alcohol, they huddled back to their room.

With their emotions beyond their control, they barged into the room, cuddling and kissing each other. John gently pressed Nina on the bed but then, he stopped; straightening himself as he got off but Nina wouldn't let go. She pulled him in , threading her fingers through his hair as he brought his face down to hers.

He kissed her again, delicately, mouth lingering against hers with all the gentleness he possessed – And one thing lead to another, leading to the unexpected.

It was already morning when Nina's eyes flickered open with the touch of sun rays which hit her through the plan curtains. She spontaneously winced as she got off bed but then, realized she was naked. Out of shock, she screamed, waking John in the process.

"What...What's wrong?" He sprung out of his sleep, tensed. "Why the scream – did you see a ghost or had a nightmare" He queried; yet not noticed what had happened.

As if her tongue was glued in her mouth, Nina remained silent, the feeling of embarrassment washed over her as silent tears trekked down her eyes.

Just then, John's nakedness hit him. Ashamed of his deeds, he neared her to console but then, a blood stain on the sheet caught his attention – Nina was a virgin, he had whispered to himself. Filled with guilt, he pleaded for forgiveness of which she objected, saying they were both at fault but then, they promised to keep it just between the two; not to let a third person know.

THREE MONTHS LATER

After they had both returned from the trip, everything returned back to normal as it was before they had left– both the boss and secretary relation and all, burying the act behind their backs.

Not until, Nina realized she was already three months pregnant. Not ready to be a destructor of a good and happy family like the Parkers, Nina agreed with John to keep it a secret of which he'll still cater for the child without neglecting both of them.

Since then, it remained a top secret even though Gina Mills is already 19years now and getting prepared for her second year in the University.

Although she had everything she ever needed, Gina never got to meet his father in person, convinced by Nina that her father died in an accident when she was just a year old.