Chapter 8

"Chelsito, I'll help you in the kitchen. I've finished what I had to do," Hailey said, ready to do it. "Are you sure, Hailey? Today is a very busy day, I don't want to inconvenience you." "Not at all, tell me why you're so worried." "It's the dessert, girl. I don't know what to do. I already have the appetizer and the main course... I just need the dessert, oh, and I also have the appetizers." "Calm down, Chelsito. I'm not sure if I can be of much help, but I can make a delicious chocolate cake." "Would you help me with that?" "Of course, if you allow me!" "I trust you, girl! Do you need my help?" "Don't worry, I can do it myself, I think... hahaha." "That's great because I need to finish a few things. I also have a turkey in the oven, and it has to be perfect." Hailey started making the chocolate cake, remembering her mother. Remembering the past "Daughter, I'll take your mother out for breakfast. It's time for you to make the cake she loves so much." "Yes, father. I love you." "Daughter, you made my favorite cake. I love you, my love. Thank you. I always look forward to every birthday to delight my palate," my mother said happily. "Mom, I feel the same way about you. I'll make it for you occasionally." "I love you, my little one. You have golden hands and a heart full of love." The present Hailey cried while making the cake batter, but the good thing is that Chelsito didn't notice, and the kitchen assistant gave her space. When she put the cake in the oven. While she made the milk to moisten it, she had a special touch that made its flavor unique. Then she made a chocolate cream. When the cake was finally ready, Hailey waited to decorate it herself. "It smells delicious, Chelsito," Rosita said. "Yes, it's Hailey's cake," he replied. "I didn't know you could cook too, although little Paulo was delighted with your seasoning." "Well, I learned from my mother and Chelsito." "Sabrina!" Rosita said when she saw her. "Hello, Rosita." "Miss Sabrina, would you like something to eat? How can I serve you, my dear?" "I'm looking for Hailey." Everyone stared. "Miss Sabrina!" Hailey said nervously. "Can you come for a moment, please?" "As you wish." She followed Sabrina. "Miss, it's not a good idea. There are a lot of people." "Nonsense, let's go... where is your room?" In the room... "Hailey, I saw a spectacular dress and I said, 'This is for Hailey.'" "I feel very sorry, I don't want to be pessimistic, but I don't want to attend that party." "No, how can you reject my gift?" "The dress is very beautiful, miss, but..." "No 'buts.' I'll get in a bad mood if you don't wear it. You deserve to attend that party. Besides, working for my brother, the ogre, is not easy. You deserve it." Hailey pondered Sabrina's words. "You're... you're right, Miss Sabrina." "Just call me Sabrina, please." "Alright... Sabrina, I wanted to ask if you have, you know, a cigarette. I'm anxious." "Of course, since we're here in your room, we can relax and smoke. How does that sound?" "Of course." "Sabrina, do you have any friends?" Hailey asked, not understanding how such a beautiful and wealthy girl would talk to her. "I had one, she was my so-called 'best friend,' but she took the man I was crazy about. Not anymore! She married that idiot, and he doesn't let her talk to anyone." "That's terrible..." "And I don't have any because I don't like people who are only interested in me." "Kindness and honesty are better." "And that's what I liked about you, Hailey. Do you want to be my friend?" "! Oh my God! Seriously, Sabrina? "Of course, we get along well, we have chemistry, and we've already shared secrets in a short time of knowing each other. "You're right, I would really like to be your friend. "Friend... "Friends... they both laughed. After about half an hour, Sabrina went to get ready for the party. Hailey went to the kitchen to finish the cake. When she saw many people and heard music, she went to her room, looked at the dress again, and it's beautiful. She took a bath and then came out to put on the dress. When she put it on, it fit perfectly. Someone knocked on the door and she opened it, it was Sabrina. "Keep going...” "You look sexy, Hailey.” "It's very short.” "So what? Do you need a boyfriend? Hahaha, relax. Look, I assumed you would say that, so I brought this jacket, put it on, and these sneakers.” "I'll return it as soon as I...” "What are you saying, girl? You're my friend now. I want you to look at Lucas. Just look, you look irresistible. Even my brother Arturo won't be able to take his eyes off you.” "He hates me, so I don't think so.” "Hahaha, you're so naive. But anyway, if it's not him, it's someone else. Remember, tonight you're not a maid, understand?” "Yes, and besides, you look very beautiful, Sabrina. You're gorgeous.” "Thank you, darling, but tonight you're going to shine, not me. Wait for me for a moment, I'll be right back, don't move.” Sabrina entered with a glass of wine and a black purse. "Sit down.” Let me make some small waves and light makeup. "Now you're perfect.” "Thank you, Sabrina.” "Oh, don't cry, my friend. Please, take the glass of wine.” "Should I drink it now?” "No, darling, it's for you to go out and walk for a while with it. It will make you look like "I'm a sexy lady." "Hahaha, you made me laugh.” "I'll go out first, and I'll come close to you at some point.” "Okay...” Hailey went out after a few minutes. There were many people who looked important, well-dressed men, and beautiful shining women. Hailey stood by the window, took a sip of wine, and was nervous. "The night is beautiful, don't you think?” She turned to look, and it was Arturo's brother. "Mr. Octavio, nice to meet you. I'm Hailey.” "I know who you are, and it's not working hours for you to call me "Mr.," don't you think? "Okay.” "By the way, you look beautiful, very different from the woman I've seen these past two days.” She blushed. "Thank you!” "Do you want more wine?” "No, actually, I'm not a drinker. Just one glass is fine.” "How interesting you are. I feel like I've seen your face somewhere.” Arturo arrived, and people started murmuring. Hailey turned to look, and there he was, with that elegant demeanor. He was wearing a black suit, perfectly tailored, but he had a very beautiful woman by his side. Arturo and Hailey's gazes met, but she broke the connection. "I think I'll accept that glass of wine.” Octavio gestured, and the waiter brought the wine, and he took a sip. "How old are you?” "I'll be turning 23 in two months.” "You look younger, Hailey. We're only 2 years apart.” Hailey tensed up when she saw Arturo approaching with the beautiful woman. "Brother, congratulations. I told you that you would make it, and look, you're the number 1 CEO. Congratulations, Octavio.” "Thank you, Octavio.” "Why so serious? Oh right, you're always like that. Not even on the happiest day of your life do you smile.” "What are you doing here? "Arturo asked Hailey directly, and the atmosphere became tense. She bit her lower lip.” "She's my guest, brother, "Sabrina said out of nowhere. "Is there a problem with that?” "No!!” "Perfect, and congratulations, little brother. You have company, but what tastes you have.” "Pleasure to meet you, guys. I'm Yeimy, Arturo's girlfriend.” Hailey swallowed. "Nice to meet you, Octavio.” Arturo looked Hailey up and down, and she felt exposed. Sabrina noticed, except for Octavio who was staring at Yeimy, and she was admiring the luxuries of the mansion. Sabrina approached Arturo and whispered in his ear, "Isn't she beautiful?" He raised an eyebrow. "Love, your house looks divine!" Yeimy said. "There goes the gold digger," Sabrina said. "What?" Yeimy responded. "The fortune, darling." "Oh, so you guys are fortunate... Arturo, honey, shall we dance?" "Of course." "Excuse me, sister, take care of Hailey, there are many who want to hit on her," Octavio said and left. "What does 'hit on' mean?" Hailey asked. "Sleep with, my friend, so watch your back."