Chapter 2 2

Martina's POV

"Wow," my Mom said as she saw me standing in front of her in a full knee-length, simple but elegant red dress which was hiding my curves perfectly. My long black hair stood in a wavy pattern as a chuckle left my light-ish red lips. My eyes twinkled as I walked towards my mother in short heels.

"You are looking so beautiful, dear." redness crept on my cheeks as I stood by my mother who was looking awesome in her blue dress as she caressed my head making a smile etched on my face. It was around 8 pm as we both waited for my dad to come out.

"Not more than you, Mum." I gave my mother a beautiful smile, which made her coo at me. Our conversation got broken by my dad's voice. "How am I looking, my ladies?"

Vincent opens his arms while standing in front of them as I show a thumbs up to him while smiling. "Good," my Mom said, which made my Dad scowl as he spoke. "I know I'm looking handsome, right, Martina?" I nodded.

"See?" he said as he look at my mom, she rolled her eyes, making me snicker at their bickerings then he turned to me. "Martina," his voice turned serious as my smile faded while listening to him as she replied. "Yes, Dad, I'm all ears," I said as he continued.

"At the event, you will not go anywhere without us, and you will not leave your mother's side till we reach home," he said sternly but with concern laced in his voice as I nodded my head in understanding. I knew that they were being strict just for my safety, but whenever they raised their voice at me, I get overwhelmed. Vincent is behaving overprotectively, because he knows the truth of the world.

"If by any chance you can't find us, do not talk to anyone. I repeat myself: DO NOT talk to anyone, and if someone tries to say something you, ignore them. You will not reply. Understood?" He said pressuring each and every word with sternness yet softness.

"Okk, Dad," she replied softly, making him smile. "Let's go," he spoke as they step forward, I stopped and said. "Wait, you both go; I forgot my phone, I said and went back to my room to get it.

"Isabella, listen carefully. Don't leave Martina's hand there; I have to attend to many people there," he spoke with worry. "Don't worry, Vincent; I will not leave her alone," she assured him as she understood his tension.

"You know our daughter – she is way too fragile for this world," he said calmly as they stepped outside their house. "I know, but we can't keep her hidden forever," she spoke. "Whom are you both talking about?" I interrupted from behind as they both shook their heads.

"Nothing. Did you get your phone?" Mom asked as I nodded my head while waving it, making both of them smile.

"Ok, let's go," Vincent said while getting inside the car. I took the back seat as they wore the seatbelt. The engine roared, and soon the car got in motion.

"Did you remember what I told you, Martina?" He said while focusing on the road, gaining my attention. "Yes, Dad, I remember. I won't leave both of your sides even for a second," I replied, making my parents smile.

I was looking outside the car, seeing the beautiful city of New York twinkling in the night with lights as I thought about my destination, and again that strange feeling came crashing into my mind, making me startled. I was trying to ignore it again and again.

Soon the car halted, and a big and luxurious hotel. The Sheraton. My heart skipped a beat with a lump formed in my throat, but I swallowed it and formed a smile on my face as my mom and dad came out of the car, followed by me.

I could see many luxury cars and limos, and I got that confirmation that there were many rich people. Mom held my hand as they started walking with me in between them. As we got to the entrance, there were two stoic bodyguards with big guns in their hands, and I immediately regretted my decision of coming here.

Unknowingly I clutched my mom's hand, making her look at me. "What's wrong, Martina? Are you fine, dear?" She said softly as we passed them, making Martina release her breath. "I'm f-fine, Mom; it's just a little cold here," she lied, because if I told them the truth, my father would immediately drop me at home, and I didn't want to miss the event.

As we stepped inside the big hall, all the feelings inside me got thrown out of the window. I gasped as I saw the most beautiful scenery I've ever seen in my life, this was more than a party, this was a beautiful sighting. "Wow." I roamed my eyes around the hall and again gasped, taking in its beauty.

My brown eyes twinkled seeing the ethereal beauty. I came out of my trance when my mother slightly shook me. I looked around at the people and found most of them staring at me casually, making my ears burn up a little as I looked down.

A bunch of ladies chuckled while seeing my reaction as they again busied themselves on their own. In the crowd, a pair of grey eyes was watching my every move keenly, and when I blushed, it got dark.

I was unaware of the fact that I unknowingly caught the attention of someone, someone dark and mysterious.