Angelo Deluca's POV

After I got in from the meeting at Opal last night for the first time in a long time, I changed into my joggers and went straight to bed. The need to get blind drunk wasn't there, and for the first time since my father died, I wasn't stumbling into the office still half cut from the night before like I usually do.

My mood had significantly improved and not that I'd like to admit it to anyone due to it being down to the half an hour daydream that involved Harper this morning on my way to work. I knew nothing about her, and it was driving me insane, the only thing I knew about her was her first name and that she worked in the Gentlemen's club based in Opal and I doubt that ringing up and asking about her would provide me with any information what so ever.

As soon as I got to my office, I was greeted by Amanda who gave me the rundown of my schedule for today. I was hoping it wasn't going to be as busy due to it being a Saturday, but I was wrong, three business meetings, two telephone conferences and a message left for me by Jessica ...she was really starting to piss me off.

"Thank you and Amanda if Miss Black calls again and leaves another message just ignore it please, she's no longer someone I associate myself with," I say, and with that, she's dismissed. My mind somehow drifts back to Harper and how different she looks compared to Jessica.

In many ways, Harper is her complete opposite with Jessica having short bleach blonde hair and piercing blue eyes that once used to captivate me while Harper has long black hair and green eyes that have an air of mystery about them.

Sitting back in my chair I let out a sigh, suddenly an idea that most people would deem mad popped into my head. I really wanted to see her again so the most obvious thing to do would be to visit her at Opal again tonight and if she weren't there I'd just keep going back until she was, I had this undying urge to find out more about her life, more about the girl who'd completely invaded my mind.

I just hoped that she wasn't another Jessica. With that last thought, I was called into my first meeting by Amanda.

I wonder if she's thinking about me.

Harpers POV

I woke up around mid-day, and for the first time since the start of the week, I felt rested.

I had nothing to do today, so I made the decision that I would spend it binge watching Gossip Girl on Netflix. I'd also decided that I'd take Nan out for a meal later on in the day, with me working and having school all week I felt like I'd been neglecting her, so I wanted to do something nice for her.

Jumping out of bed I make my way downstairs as quietly as I can. Hoping that If I get past my Nan, I can act like a functioning adult for once and make my own breakfast, even though its gone mid-day. I was wrong, she was waiting for me in the kitchen, the coffee pot already warm and the jar of Nutella waiting for me on the table with the smell of toast wafting around the kitchen.

"How did you hear me get up? I was like a ninja coming down the stairs" I exclaim as I make my way over to the coffee pot. "I have my ways dear" my nan replies as she chuckles at my overly dramatic outburst. Moments later I'm spreading a thick layer of Nutella on my toast. "How was your shift last night dear?" Nan asks as she watches me savagely attack the chocolaty goodness.

"It was good yeah," I say through chews "they let me go an hour early because the place was quiet. I got home just after 3:30, oh and I got some amazing tips last night so I'm taking us both out for dinner, I'm not taking no for an answer" I say, Nan is hard headed like me, and I'm not taking no for an answer she can complain all she wants. All I get is a slight chuckle as a reply and I know I've won.

10 minutes later after downing the rest of my coffee I'm back in bed and ready to spend the majority of the day on Netflix. Grabbing my phone and unlocking it I groan, multiple missed calls and text messages from Jack, I click on his name, and the phone begins to ring.

"So, you know how to use your phone", Jacks voice comes through the speaker his tone laced with humour. "Ha-ha very funny Jack, sorry I left my phone downstairs what's wrong" I shoot back at him. "You're not going to like this, but I need you to come into work tonight not for long though, five hours max and it won't be a late shift. I'll need you in at half nine one of the girls called in sick. I'll pay you double, and you won't have to come in again until Tuesday, I know you've already done me a ...".

I cut him off mid-sentence "Jack you're rambling, Of course, ill work a shift tonight what type of person would I be if I left my favourite boss hanging" I laughed down the phone.

"You really are a star Harper, I'll see you, later on, okay, I'll send one of our best cars to come and collect you" with that the phone call ended. So much for my weekend of relaxation.

Flopping back on my bed my mind somehow drifts to Angelo. My mind runs over all of his exquisite features, his bright blue eyes and his thick dark brown hair that almost seemed black. I wondered what it would feel like to run my fingers through it...

Snap out of it harper! My subconscious mentally screams at me. I probably won't ever see him again so fantasising about a man that probably has hundreds of women practically throwing themselves at him isn't going to get you anywhere. With that, I pushed all mental images of Mr Angelo Deluca to the back of my mind.

Three hours later I'm deep in season 4 of Gossip Girl but even watching Blair Waldorf, who was my idol and Chuck Bass who was a total dish couldn't seem to take my mind of that man. Damn you Angelo Deluca, and your irresistible god-like looks, not even The Chuck Bass could distract me from the god-like man I had come into contact with last night. I wonder if he's thinking about me...

Shutting off my laptop I decided that it was time to get ready, I knew of a quaint little bistro a few blocks away just outside the hustle and bustle of the central part of the city, and I knew that was the perfect place to take Nan out to dinner. Going over to my wardrobe and open up the compartment that holds all of the clothes that I've bought with the money I got from working at Opal.

I throw on a cute grey knitted dress and pull out my favourite ballet flats, I spend some time straitening of my hair and applying my make-up, and half an hour later I'm ready, putting my glasses on I make my way downstairs.

"Nan I'm ready to go" I shout as I get to the bottom of the stairs.

"Finally, I thought you'd forgotten about our little lunch out together" she replies as she grabs her bag off the table by the front door. "I could never forget about you don't think like that" giving her a quick kiss on the cheek, we link arms with each other as we make our way to the bistro.

Walking there only took 20 minutes and in the crisp afternoon air, it was a refreshing change from my stuffy bedroom. "I've got a little bit of bad news nan, McDonald's called, and they said I've got to work again tonight" she goes to interrupt me, but I don't give her a chance to.

"It's a really nice shift I know what you're about to say, its 9:30 till 2 and they said they might not even need me that long and they're paying me double the money because of it being such short notice," I say trying to calm my nan down.

"As long as you're okay with dear, I don't agree with the hours they're making you work, but as long as you're happy that's all that matters".

The mood was lighter for the rest of the walk to the bistro, with my nan asking me questions about school and whether or not I felt like I had done enough in preparation for my final exams that were less than five months away. Somehow the topic then shifted on to what I was going to do once I had finished school.

Nan was adamant that I wouldn't be working at "McDonald's" for the rest of my life and that as soon as my grades came back that my nan assured me would be perfect, I should start applying for jobs in and around the city. I had no idea on what career I wanted to pursue, I've spent so much time concentrating on getting through high school I hadn't actually planned what I wanted to do once I left.

The thought scared me slightly so I might as well just cross that bridge when it comes to it and not let ominous thoughts about my future spoil mine and Nans' dinner together.

The bistro was adorable; it could only seat around 50 people, and it was always relatively quiet. Nan and I ordered our favourite dish on the menu, homemade tomato and basil soup that also came with a sandwich I chose a BLT while nan just had a plain ham one. The conversation was light while we ate our food until my nan said something that nearly made me choke on my soup.

"Harper dear, how would you feel about going to see Grandad and your parents before we head back home, we ... well, I haven't gone to see them in a while I think it would do us both some good to pay them all a visit".

Her words shocked me, I was always the one to bring up mum and dad or grandad and whenever I did talk about them her eyes just glazed over, and It was like she wasn't in the room anymore. "Um yeah sure" I stumble, still recovering from the near choking episode I experienced moments ago.

"What's made you want to go and see them, you haven't been to see them in a while?" I ask curiously, she hasn't been to see grandad since he was buried it was always too difficult for her that was also the last time she went to see my parents.

I'd been a few times since grandad passed but with school almost over and exams looming over me I hadn't got the chance to visit them in a few months.

"I think It's been long enough dear, I can't keep avoiding seeing my husband, daughter and son in law just because they're no longer with us. It's been difficult for me, first of all, losing my little girl and your father and then losing my husband it all got a little bit too much for me dear, I let myself get overwhelmed with the loss when I should've been looking at the bigger picture. Even though they're no longer with us it doesn't mean they aren't watching over us, I feel like I've been selfish and not taken into account how you felt. You lost your parents and your grandfather much sooner than you should have and you've been so strong, so it's time for me to be strong now and take that step forward in dealing with all that pent-up grief."

Nans' speech shocked me to the point where I was speechless, I didn't know how to feel. I knew it was hard on her when my parents died but then losing someone that you've been with since you were 13, I couldn't comprehend that and not because I've never been in a real functioning relationship. I just couldn't wrap my head around losing someone who was such a prominent person in your life for over 50 years and then one day them not being there anymore, it was enough to break your heart.

For the rest of the meal we were both silent, we were both lost in our own thoughts however it was a comfortable silence that was probably needed to process everything that was said minutes before. After calling the waiter over and giving him the money for the meal along with a little extra for a tip, we left the bistro and made our way to the small cemetery where both my parents and grandad were buried. We spent the majority of the time at the cemetery in silence, I think It was for the best I could see that Nan was trying her best not to cry.

It was all so overwhelming for her with it being her first time here in so long, but I understood completely. I knew how it felt, the first time I came here alone, I felt utterly overwhelmed seeing my parents, and then a few years later my granddads. Their lives summed up in a few little lines on a headstone, it was painful to look at but as time went on it became less painful, and I learnt to cherish the memories I had with them all.

I gave Nan a few moments alone with everyone and went to find a bench to sit down on. I often wonder if my parents and grandad do watch over me and whether or not they'd agree with what I'm doing to help Nan out. I hope they realise that I'm doing it to make sure nothing happens to either Nan or me, I know I'd be able to find work to keep myself off the streets but with Nan being elderly Opal was my only option to support the both of us and I hope they'd understand that.

Half an hour later my nan comes to get me, and we make our way back to the house. Looking at Nan now she seems different, that sadness that seemed to hang over her wasn't as prominent, and her eyes were slightly brighter than they had been, even though I could tell she'd been crying I knew this was the start of her own healing process and I was glad.

The journey home was full of conversation of past memories that we both had of my parents and grandad it brightened both our moods considerably. By the time we got back to the house, we were both in fits of laughter after Nan recalled a failed date where my grandad had gone to buy her ice cream, but a seagull had flown down and stole it straight from his hand, that same date also included their first kiss.

I decided that even though my shift at opal wasn't going to be a late one that a short power nap would do me some good, saying goodnight to Nan and reminding her not to wait up for me, I ran upstairs to get a few hours' sleep. At a quarter past eight, my alarm went off, and I groggily dragged myself to the bathroom to start getting ready.

Twenty minutes later my legs were shaved, and I smelt like my favourite cherry body wash. It took me a little longer than usual to apply my make-up due to my false eyelashes not cooperating which also led to one of my contact lenses falling on the floor. Just as I was placing my heels on my phone alerted me to the car waiting for me outside to take me to work, grabbing my phone and purse I made my way out to the awaiting vehicle.

When Jack said that he'd send the best car we had to come and pick me up tonight I didn't really expect him to send his own Jaguar, what I also didn't expect was the driver being Jack. He was lent up against his car decked out in one of the chauffer outfits.

"What's going on?" I asked through stifled giggles, the suit he had on was apparently a few sizes too small for him and the hat he had on kept falling down and covering his eyes, it made for a very comical appearance.

"I told you I'd send the best car we had however there was no way anyone else was driving my baby apart from me, so I came to get you myself" Jack replied while stroking the side of the car adoringly. The drive to work was full of laughter, this past year working for Jack had been one of the better ones I've had even though the situation wasn't ideal, he was more of a dad figure to me than a boss and the day I finally leave Opal will defiantly be an emotional one.

Jack parks around the back of Opal and lets us both in through the back door of the club.

"I'm in the main part of Opal tonight, if you need anything just come and find me okay?" with that he strides off through to the main bar shouting a quick thank you at his fading silhouette I place my purse and phone in the locker room and make my way into the Gentlemen's lounge.

For the first 45 minutes of my shift, I'm stood off to the side doing nothing, the lounge is still pretty empty due to it still being so early, however it was Saturday night, and it was bound to get busy as the night went on.

A few of the girls I work with were up on the little-raised platform in the middle of the lounge dancing to the music coming through the speakers, I don't know what possessed me to go up there and start dancing with them, but I did.

My body started moving in time with the music, my hips swaying to the beat while the men watched us all with hunger in their eyes. I was actually enjoying myself until my eyes locked on to the man that just walked in, my green eyes meeting his blue ones.

Angelo Deluca's POV

A few hours earlier...

I was glad that all my meetings and conferences had gone relatively well. A few minor inconveniences but nothing I couldn't sort out. My mind had been pre-occupied through the day with the thoughts of possibly seeing Harper tonight, it was a refreshing feeling even though we barely spent five minutes talking to each other last night I couldn't help playing our short conversation over and over in my head.

By the time I had finished up in the office, it was 8:30, just enough time to head home to take a shower and make my way over to Opal. I had no idea what time she'd even be there or if she'd be there at all but I was willing to take the chance, I needed to know more about this woman that has completely taken over my thoughts.

After showering I put my favourite suit on which happens to be very similar to the one I was wearing when I met Harper the night before, wearing it made me feel calm and collected even though my head was a whirlwind of emotions.

Pouring a glass of whisky, I had left on the island I text Craig, my driver, telling him that I would like to be taken to Opal. The good thing about Craig is that he doesn't ask questions, he knows what his job is, and does it well, he was my father's driver, and I consider him more of a family friend than an employee.

Moments later my phone beeped alerting me to the fact that Craig was ready and waiting for me downstairs. Downing the whisky in one fluid motion I made my way to the elevator and out to the car parked in front of the building.

Leaning back in the cold leather seats of the limousine I began to wonder whether or not this was really the best idea I've ever had and what if Harper thinks I'm some crazy guy that stalks young girls. Before I had time to let my thoughts get the better of me, I felt the car come to a stop and heard Craig get out to open my door for me.

"Thank you, Craig, that will be all for tonight I'll get a taxi back to the penthouse, take the rest of the night off and spend it with your family," I say as I get out of the car.

"Nonsense Angelo, you know you're like a son to me I'd rest easier knowing I was the one bringing you home". Without giving me a chance to argue Craig gets back into the limo and drives away. Making my way to the bouncers standing at the front of the building I show them the gold card that had been given to me by the owner of the club.

The larger of the two made a call on his mobile and moments later Jack Wilson appeared beside me. "Good to see you again Angelo, I'll take you through to the suit and let the bartender in there know that your first drinks on me".

The sight that greeted me as I walked through the door to the suit filled my entire body with rage, Harper was on stage shaking those seductive hips to whatever song was playing through the speakers as the men who sat around her and the other girls surrounding her undressed them with their eyes.

I lent up against the bar, and a low growl escaped my lips as I struggled to reign in my anger, the way that those men were staring at Harper along with the other girls was anything but innocent. Suddenly she looked up from where she was dancing and her green eyes locked onto mine as her whole body went stiff.

Using her shock to my advantage, I motioned to her with my hand to come over to where I was standing. She looked like a young rabbit caught in the headlights of a car as she slowly made her way over to me.

A/N

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