Billionaire's One-Night-Stand Bride

"Please I'd love it if you never called me again!" I said and slammed my phone on the bedside table.

On second thought, I hope I didn't crack my phone.

I immediately take off my eye mask and inspect my phone. Thankfully, it wasn't broken. I breathe in a sigh of relief. I really couldn't afford a new phone right now.

Imagine if I get my phone broken because I was pissed off at some stupid ex. I had broken up with him a long time ago but somehow he thought it was okay to call me today.

Sighing once more, I get out of my bed and look at my face in the mirror. The eye bags sat comfortably under my eyes. I sigh once more.

At this point, I don't know who sighed more between a snail, snake and I.

Oh, snakes don't sigh, they hiss. So much for being an educated individual.

I throw on a baggy shirt on the bralette I had on and head to the sitting room.

It was still early in the afternoon and I thought I'd be able to sleep for a while before I went out for the work meeting I had to attend later. I rarely sleep at night these days. No, not because I work at night. I just can't seem to sleep at night.

I don't want to take any medications and I have refused to admit that I had insomnia.

I have always been a big sleeper, I just don't know what was wrong this time. I have decided to address it as something temporary.

"Oh Ixora, I thought you were asleep." Jessica, my roommate said as she saw me.

"I can't seem to sleep. Well I was asleep before some idiot called me, totally distorting my sleep that was so hard to find," I said and sighed again. What was wrong with me and sighing countless times today?

"That's sad. Have you considered taking sleep medication?" She asked me

"No, I haven't. I do not want to take any medication that my body may want to rely solely on for sleep." I said.

"I think you should take some though..." she said and threw some popcorn into her mouth.

I threw myself on the couch and watched TV with her. She was watching some kind of entertainment news.

"The biggest corporation in the world from our very own country the United States of America," the presenter paused and smiled proudly, "has bought 10 small companies and flipped them into million dollar companies in the space of three months," she continued.

"Hmm, three months? It seemed this biggest company turned things to gold." I said jokingly.

"If it's Smith incorporation, then, Yes, they turn everything to gold. I'm sure if I went into that company now, I'll become gold. They're really good." She said. Jessica knew bits and bits about business because her family was into it.

"5 of these companies are in the United States. Other companies are in the United Kingdom, China, India, Australia, South Africa." The presenter stated.

I must admit, I was impressed.

"Among the five companies in the United States, one is in publishing, the other in media and entertainment, two in food production and the last in finance. Let's not forget that this company has invested heavily in agriculture. This company is no other than Smith Incorporation." The Presenter finished.

"I said it!" Jessica exclaimed.

"Did you know their headquarters office is not so far from us?" She asked.

"No, I didn't." I replied. Maybe I should get a job there. Because my bills were part of the reasons why I couldn't sleep.

"I have bill-induced insomnia," I said to myself and chuckled at the absurdity of that.

"Jess, I have to go in to work for a brief meeting," I notified Jessica and got up.

I dressed up and left for the meeting.

***

"We have a big event coming up. I want all of you to get ready. Prepare! Do whatever you have to. I don't want anyone slacking!" My boss, Miss Williams screamed.

I really couldn't understand why she was shouting. This is supposed to be a meeting for god's sake. It was worse because I sat in front and had her saliva all over me.

Will I tell her that? No. She's always right but at least she pays promptly even if the pay was beginning to seem very mediocre.

"Remember not to be personal with the guests. This is a high profile wedding and only high profile individuals will be in attendance." She rambled on.

"Ixora! Ixora!" I hear her call my name.

"Yes Ma'am?" I immediately reacted.

"Why are you zoning out in the middle of an important meeting?" She asked.

Important indeed. With her repeating what she says in every other meeting?

"I'm sorry ma'am, it won't happen again." I apologize, just as any employee would do. Isn't it crazy how you have to apologize for everything Even when you're right? Surviving in the present world isn't for the weak.

"It better not! Imagine if you zoned out while working?" She asked. What a foolish question. If I zone out while working, I'll fall flat on my face when I stand while working.

"I'm sorry ma'am, I'll try my best not to zone out while at work," I apologize once more and I hear some of my colleagues chuckle.

Miss Williams tutted and went back to her lecture.

***

The meeting was thankfully over. After the meeting I had decided to speak to my boss about a raise but she turned down my request.

Feeling downcast, I decided to take a different route home.

I now saw the headquarters office of Smith Incorporated that Jessica talked about. It wasn't just a big company, the building was gigantic!

Maybe I should try getting a job here. I'm sure the pay would be much better and maybe there wouldn't be so much nagging.

I walked towards the building but I felt out of place. I wasn't dressed like someone who should be given a job there. I shyly withdrew. I'll return well prepared.

***

I get into my apartment and my roommate is cooking

"Hey, you're back," she said .

"Yes, what are you making?" I asked.

"Mac and cheese," she replied.

"Oh that's nice." I said as she continued.

"Umm," I cleared my throat and started "please I know I am far behind on my rent but I'll see what I can do before the end of the month." I finished.

"Oh that's not a problem, do you want some food? I'm done cooking." She asked.

"I'm serious, I'll try to raise some money soon." I said.

"That's not a problem, Ixora. It's not a problem and has never been a problem." She said, suddenly very serious.

"Here, take your food and rate my cooking," she says jokingly and hands me a plate.

I ate and tried not to think of my troubles.

Today's the day we leave for the high profile event. It was going to be a whole day's job.Thinking about it had me exhausted already. How the hell is it possible that I stand on my feet all day but earn so little?

As an usher at Jolly Events, New York. I expected my pay to grow and increase the longer I worked with them. There should be some sort of promotion!

It's an event planning company and I have worked with them since my last year in college, I deserve some kind of bonus.

I had left the waitress job I was doing not only because I thought this one would pay better but because I assumed I would have less people looking at me like a meal about to be devoured. But I still got weird lusty looks from thirsty men while I ushered...ugggghhhh!! Life is never fair.

***

"You're not early," my boss, Miss Williams said as I walked into the office. I looked at my watch and it was 8:00am.

"It's 8:00 am Ma'am. We leave by 8:30 am," I told her.

"You're so dumb!" She replied and walked away. I wondered what had her knickers in a bunch today. She's always in a bad mood but this past week has been worse.

Once I noticed our bus had arrived, I got up, ready to begin the journey.

Our company has been contracted to plan a wedding here in New York. The planners and all those decorating had already gone a day ahead to set things in place. While we, who are the ushers, will arrive today.

The wedding is an evening event, and we'll be lodged in a hotel until tomorrow because my boss prefers everywhere to be tidy before we leave a venue. She says it puts our company in a positive light with the owners of the venues

As we journey to our location, my colleagues are chatting. I plugged in my earphones, listening to songs by Billie Eilish. Perfect for my quiet mood.

"Look, look, there's one of the hotels owned by Smith Incorporation," I faintly heard one of the girls say.

"Yes, it's a five star hotel and only the top one percent go there. It's been in our city for a while. How haven't you noticed it?" Another one replied standoffish.

As they bantered, I stretched my neck a little bit and saw that it indeed was not a hotel for the poor.

I have now seen a Smith Incorporation building twice within a short period. Was this a sign to apply for a job there? I take it as one. Once I get back home, I'm sending in an application.

I sighed, plugged back my earphones and increased the volume so that I wouldn't hear their banters.

***

Once we arrived our hotel, I checked into my room and wondered who I'll be sharing the room with this time. I noticed someone right behind me.

"Hey, Ixora. It seems your roommate didn't come to work today. Miss Williams keeps lamenting that we are short of one staff," the person behind me said. I try to remember her name but I can't.

"Oh, that's unfortunate." I just replied . I really didn't have time for petty talk. I just wanted to work and go home.

I go dressed in my work uniform and set out.

I scanned the area, looking for the best spot to stand. I preferred welcoming the guests from outside but someone else had taken that spot.

I watched as the guests came in. Oh, they were so elegant.

"Hi, can I use the restroom somewhere?" A middle aged woman asked me. I point her in the direction.

I attend to various complaints from various guests and helped in serving even, before returning to my spot.

I watched as the guests joined the bride and groom on the dance floor. I smiled at how elegant the women were and how handsome I found the men. The men looked so yummy.

Yummy? That was cringe, eew! I needed to get laid. It's been a whole year, and that had to be what was making me think like a high schooler. After my last heartbreak, I had taken a deliberate step away from men. I think it's time to get back into that pool.

***

After the event, we began tidying up. "You guys, tidy here up! And do so quickly. I need to get some sleep." Miss Williams yelled.

It was now very late but we had to get everything in order before going to our various hotel rooms. Tomorrow morning, we might come back to check how it looks but tidying must be done tonight.

After we were done, I changed into something casual and headed down to my hotel's bar. I needed to let go of the stress of today. My head is a mess of thoughts. I have to get drunk and let loose tonight!

I threw back the last shot of tequila, it burned the back of my throat but I didn't mind. I had been seated in this bar for the pas one hour drinking and talking with this young man sitting beside me.

He offered me a great time tonight and I sure, accepted it. I was about to have the time of my life with the most handsome man I've seen.

I looked to my left and took his hand "come on handsome, you've got to deliver all of the promises you've whispered into my ears tonight." He looked like he was going to back off and I wasn't having that. I firmly took his hand and led him to my hotel room.

I began taking off my clothes. After I was done I had just the pink lace bra I had worn today, I looked down and I luckily had a pink thong on too. I applaud myself for investing in good underwear.

I looked at him and I could see the clear lust in his eyes. I walk boldly to stand right in his face to give him a better view. I held his face and gave him a brief kiss.

I removed his suit, unbuttoned his shirt and began unbuckling his belt. At this point he held my hands still, looked at me and asked "Are you sure? You seem very drunk." I unclasped the hook of my bra and let my breasts out free. His eyes immediately fell to them and I smiled.

He removed his pants and shirt, threw them all over the place and immediately cupped my breasts in his hands "damn...you're perfect" he said. I smiled and replied "I know." He shook his head and said "you're a sassy one." I let out a chuckle just as he began to suckle on one. The laugh immediately left my face as I felt my body tingle with excitement. He was thorough with one and then latched on the next.

By the time he was done, I was ready to jump him. He smiled and said "not talking again, are we?" I looked at him hungrily and tried to kiss him, he didn't let the kiss go on for long before he plunged two fingers into me. I gasped, my legs began to shake as I felt nothing else but the movement of his fingers in me. I rode this wave of pleasure until I regained consciousness and then I looked up to find him looking down at me. I felt empty almost immediately, so I tried to lead him back there but he got up and began wearing his clothes.

I immediately sat up, It's been a whole year of being celibate, there was no way I was letting this Greek god leave my room until I'm thoroughly sated. "Where are you going?" I asked.

"I have no sort of protection, I don't behave recklessly." He said.

I scan my mind on where I could get some of that at this time of the night.

"We can go without!" I blurt out, he looks at me and makes a sound. "I'm clean and on the pill. Never had sex without condoms too" I was getting desperate. I was ready to risk it all today, this man was the definition of a woman's dream.

"Hmm.." he said and walked back to me.

"yeah...please I need to be filled" I whispered.

He takes off his shirt and covers my body with his "you want me to fill you?" He whispered, I nod.

"I really can't hear you, tell me what you want" he says again.

"You told me you'll take me hard against the wall, why are you reneging now?!" I shouted. I was getting frustrated, he kept rubbing my nub with his fingers and playing with nipples at the same time.

"Please..." I begged for the last time before he plunges deep into me. I scream in pleasure, never have I felt this full.

I rode several waves of pleasure until I drifted off to sleep.

***

There's consistent knocking on my door, and it stirred me up from sleep.

I opened my eyes and memories from last night came crashing down. I immediately got up, walked to the bathroom and Mr Greek god wasn't there. I looked around and there was no sign of him. I check my phone, it's 7:02am. Good thing he left early without any drama. There was no way on earth I was gonna face him today. I go to the door and it's my boss. She screamed "you're fired!" throws in a small envelope and walks away.

Sitting on my bed, I open the letter which read "Dear Ixora,

On 23rd July, 2022, there was a breach of the contract of employment you signed on your end.

At Jolly Events, New York, there are rules and you broke one by sleeping with one of the attendees of the wedding you were hired to usher. This was a serious breach of conduct, and we cannot tolerate such behavior from our employees.

Your actions were unprofessional.

We are therefore terminating your employment with Jolly Events, New York, with immediate effect.

We wish you all the best for the future."

I place the letter on the bed. The guy I spent the night with was a guest at the wedding? How was I supposed to know?! I met him at the bar and he talked real good, a good flirt and I decided to try something new. I have never had a one night stand before.

Trust that the one time I decided to be wild, it ended with dire consequences.

I lay on my bed thinking of what just happened but my mind began daydreaming. I should be preparing to check out of the hotel room by 5pm but here I was enjoying flashes of last night in my mind. I blushed.

I definitely wasn't okay. I had just lost my job and here I was thinking of a man whom I had no idea what his name was.

***

Once I got home after being fired, I sent in my application to Smith Incorporated and luckily I have been invited for an interview today.

"No! Why are all your clothes revealing?" My best friend Jessica asked.

I looked in the mirror and sure enough the grey color skirt I had on was way short for a job interview. "That's what you get when you have worked as an usher for the past three years'' I say.

Finally we were able to find something decent which I wore to the interview.