Chapter 3 Target Acquired

"Oh, that means she has her eye on someone already," said Brittany Gellhar as she approached the table.

"Brittany, just because you married a regular man that built his own company from the ground up successfully doesn't give you the right to criticize others. I made the mistake of marrying someone based on their looks and potential and he turned out to be a failure." Miranda sighed.

"Yeah, but at least he's good looking. Is Patricia, Kacie, or Violet coming?" Melissa asked.

"They will be here. Violet heard about the CEO, Axel Huntington being single, and Shawn and Arik want to talk business with him to secure security contracts through Huntington Security," Brittany replied.

"Well, Violet may as well give up, because if this mysterious CEO has decent looks, I will be divorced in no-time."

The three women continued their conversation until the innermost lights dimmed, gaining everyone's attention. Immediately following was a deep sensuous voice.

"Greetings everyone. I would like to welcome you to this year's Huntington Charity Auction. All proceeds obtained from this auction will go to building quality housing units such as apartments, duplex housing, and single-family homes for those less fortunate. Every item listed on today's auction list has been authenticated and appraised by the highest experts in their respective fields. I hope everyone is in the giving mood. Relax, enjoy the food, and get ready as the auction will begin momentarily."

"My God, Miranda. Did you hear that voice?"

"Yes, Melissa. I most certainly did. I think I've found my reason to divorce Anthony now. Just you wait, I will be the next Mrs. Axel Huntington."

"But you've only heard his voice, you have no idea what he looks like."

"I don't care. His voice is enough to turn me on and set my nerve endings on fire."

Suddenly the room became completely silent as a man appeared from behind the curtained area on stage. He was tall, maybe 6'5 or 6'6. The charcoal grey suit he was wearing looked custom tailored and hugged his body in all the right places. Underneath the unbuttoned jacket he wore a fitted white collar dress shirt with the first two buttons unbuttoned. While his body (what we could discern of it) was absolutely breathtaking, his face had been marred by a scar that ran from his hairline down his forehead, across his left eye, and continued straight down stopping mid-cheek. You couldn't see his eyes or any other distinct features on his face since a crowd had already surrounded him.

Miranda watched with hooded eyes as he started walking around to each individual table greeting his guests and stopping briefly to chat. As he approached their table Melissa, Miranda, and Brittany felt a change in the atmosphere. Axel's aura was so domineering and intimidating that the women froze in place. Toby introduced himself quickly, shaking his hand and trying to break the awkward atmosphere.

"I've heard of Prince Entertainment. If I am not mistaken, we already hold a few contracts with a few of your top stars. I am Axel Huntington. It's a pleasure to meet you all."

"I am Michael Gellhar, of Gellhar Company." He introduced himself while holding out his hand to shake."

Axel shook his hand and nodded at him then asked, "and who are your lovely companions?"

Toby stepped up next to Melissa, "this is my wife, Melissa."

"It's a pleasure to meet you Mr. Huntington."

Brittany stepped closer to Michael, "this is my wife, Brittany."

"A pleasure to make your acquaintance Mr. Huntington."