Chapter 30: chapter 30

3 hours ago,     When I became sober, I came to the realisation. Fuck! I met her and I...I...Just Fuck! Fuck! Very good Chris! You just missed an opportunity to explain yourself to her. No, I didn't, I still have her. She must be inside this theatre, somewhere. Once the film end, I'll catch her.I waited impatiently for the movie to end, all the time I searched for her. The movie ended after an hour. I came out of it, searching for her in midst of crowds. Where the hell is she? My eyes scanned the crowd and spotted Jamie, I ran near him, "Jamie, wait!" I stopped him in front of the ticket counter. He was wearing a red shirt and black pants."Yes, Chris?""Umm...where is she?" I asked him.He sighed, "She left after you went inside".I let out a breath in disappointment, "Oh...oh...Okay".He tried to leave, I stopped him, "I didn't do it on purpose"."I know" he assured, "But, she was very eager to meet Mr Huff"."You mean, Benjamin Huff?"He nodded, "He is the reason that she came here. He is her favourite star"."Umm...Jamie, Can you wait here for few minutes?" I raised my index finger."Why?""Just...for a minute, please" I ran inside and searched for him. He stood talking with Stephen. I ran near him and waited until he finished."What's up, young boy?" He patted my back, "How are you? How are Crystal and Kevin?" Ben asked me in his deep voice."All fine, Ben. How are you?""You are looking at me" he winked.I smiled, "Umm...Ben, can you do me a favour?""Tell me then I'll decide"."Umm...Have you heard about 'New Era' magazine?""Nope" he pouted his lips, "Why?"I let out a breath, "Can you give an interview for that magazine? I assure you that is different from any other entertainment magazine"."Ugh...young boy...you know I have grown too old for that"."Please, for me, for our friendship" I requested him.He gave a thought, "Alright, but only 20 minutes. I'll inform my PR"."Thanks, also can I get an autograph?"He let out a ridiculed laugh, "Who is that girl?"I coughed and my cheeks turned red, "Ahem" I cleared my throat, "Can you sign?" I handed him a tissue.He bought it, "Name please?""Ana" I replied shyly.He signed it saying, "So, her name is Ana. This is the first time I'm seeing you like this. Usually, you don't care about girls. Now, why?" He handed it back."Umm...Thanks, Ben" I changed the topic, "I'll catch you after".I came out and gave it to Jamie, "Here his autograph. Also, he is ready to give an interview for 20 minutes. Just tell the magazine name to his PR".He slid that into his pant pocket and thanked me, "I appreciate this, thanks".I gave him a subtle smile."Listen, Chris, she didn't hate you, but she got hurt. She trusted you, but you broke it. She needs some time to mend. I'll tell you a secret".I looked at him questioning."She still has the albums you sent her and your shirt. She keeps that under her bed in a box thinking that no one will find it, stupid" he chuckled.I know that she won't give up on me easily. A glimpse of confidence rushed into my veins and it made me happy."All I have to say is, don't hurt yourself to get her attention" saying that he left.PRESENT,    I was happy that she is going to meet her idol. I'll wait for you, Ana. I won't give up. I know what I did was a mistake and I cannot change the past. But if she gives me another chance, I'll prove to her how much I care for her and love her. After Jessica, I never believed that I'll fall head over heels for another woman.James, my security came inside disturbing my thoughts, "Yes, James?""Sir, as you said, I'm keeping Tabs on Collins. So far nothing to pinpoint any of his crime. But, there is something odd".I've been following Collins for months to find any mistake he done in past may have any proof which will help to frame him. So far nothing, he planned everything to perfection. Also, he knows about Ana. So, I can't remain silent. He'll do anything to protect him even if takes killing her."What?""He is getting calls from unknown numbers frequently like, 25 times a month and call duration last approximately for an hour".I raised my eyebrows, "Find that person, there is something fishy"."I tried but it all was burner phones"."No, James. Don't give me a reason, you need to find who that is. If you meet me next time, I need answers"."Okay, sir. I'll keep trying".When I finished, my Mother came inside the room. I looked at him, he left the room immediately."What do you want, Mom?""I've just come to look at my son".I snickered, "You won't do that. Tell me, what's the matter?"She sighed, "Your father wants me to warn you about your ruthless behaviour".I rolled my eyes, "As I've said earlier, I don't give a fuck about that"."Are you aware of the consequences?" She crossed her arms, "I'm withholding your Dad"."You know what? I'm tired of your blackmail, Go ahead. Do it! I know how to solve it".She came near me and sniffed her nose, "Is this to do with that magazine girl?"I scowled in anger, "Mom..."She stopped me raising her hand, "You don't have to explain. We both don't have any problems with her"."Huh...what?" I'm shocked."Yes," she nodded, "We are ready to accept her".No, they won't change their mind this easily, "Wait a minute! What happened to your fucking family name?"She tilted her head, "Well, we did a bit of investigation on her and we found that she is Collin's daughter, you know that right? I still wonder why she introduced her as Thomas and lied about his family"."Cause she wants to stand on her own feet. So, that's why you are okay with her? Not because I love her" I asked her with irritation."He owns half of America and his status matches us. After him, I think she'll take over his position cause she is his only child. So, we both don't have a problem with you dating her. She is better than Nadia. So, end up with her"."But what about things he did to Ian?""Honey, he didn't do anything" she sighed, "He just showed how horrible your brother was. You should thank him for not publishing those photos"."He did that only to show how bad he needed your love" I shouted, "Don't badmouth him in front of me"."No, that's not true" she opposed, "Look at you, how you've become. You are a successful actor and you maintain our dignity. We raised you both in the same manner, but he took the wrong path. So don't blame Collins for everything. He decided that life"."Yeah, that because you pushed him" I let out a breath, "It's useless speaking with you, get out".She sighed and reached the door, "Remember, I can't hold your Dad much. If you continue this, he will not hesitate to take that action".I controlled myself not to yell at her."Patch up with her as soon as possible or else I can't assure anything" she left the room.Fuck! I need to find a solution for this as soon as possible.Meanwhile Ana,     I bought my usual dinner and came out of the shop. While I headed towards my house, a male voice stopped me, "Umm...Ana?"I turned back and looked at him. A man approximately my age stood before me wearing a brow casual half sleeve shirt and khaki pants. He was approximately 6 feet and had blue eyes, a Chiseled jawline, brown messy hair."I'm sorry, you are?"He snickered showing his white teeth, "You don't recognise me?"I looked at him with confusion, "I'm sorry, again?""Dylan, Dylan Felician. Your high school friend who had a crush on you" he chuckled.Oh yeah! Now I remember him!Â