D-day

The newly opened hotel is now packed with people who want to make a reservation for the night. While most people fall in line to be one of the first guests of the hotel, Nancy and I queued with those who want to dine in in their elegant restaurant. The line for diners is not that long. I guess this is because even though they offer half of its original price, it is still expensive and most people nowadays are practical with spending. The establishment will start allowing customers to come in at exactly 11 am. Nancy and I arrived before 11 so that we can witness the ribbon-cutting ceremony. According to the news, Geoff himself will be the one to welcome the first guests of the hotel and we have to make sure that we will be in the premise once it started.

Bothe of us are wearing dresses with high heels. I also got luxury bags from my wardrobe for us to use.

10 minutes before 11 AM, they started the ribbon cutting in the hotel main entrance. Geoff and other executives of the hotel lined up in the entrance to formally open the hotel. Ericka can be seen behind Geoff looking very proud. After the ceremony, a loud clap cn be heard from those present. The executives and Geoff again lined up beside the door to welcome guests who are coming inside. They shook hands with almost everyone. Luckily, Geoff was on the other side of the entrance so we will not be able to shake hands with him. Ericka on the other hand is busy taking pictures.

When we entered the hotel, we went directly to the restaurant. We were fifth and sixth customer of the newly opened hotel restaurant of Liberty Hotel so the staff asked if they can take a picture of us.

The restaurant has a similar interior with the main branch. I remember the place clearly since I had experienced eating in there a couple of times. It was a buffet lunch and Nancy seems so excited to try the dishes. This is the first time we would enjoy a buffet meal after we come back from Marshville.

During the whole time, Nancy and I were quiet. While Nancy looks excited and enjoys to be in here, I feel so nervous. Just the mere fact that I am in the same building who gave me so much pain makes me feel ucomfortable. I still think that it was unfair that the person who gave me so many bad experiences live in a way like nothing happened. I have always believed in karma since I was young so I tried my best not to hurt others because I also don't want to be hurt. But seeing him in a very good state makes me realize that bad karma doesn't happen to people who the influence and power.

When we were settled to our table, Nancy got up immediately to get some food for us. I stayed seated wishing everything will go out as planned.

I tried to search where Geoff and Erica are. They are still busy in the main entrance welcoming the guests.

"What do you want? I can get it for you." Nancy said when she came back. She brought two plates filled with steak and salad.

"I don't have an appetite."

"You have to eat something. We need energy. And we have to act normal, right? Normally, when people go to a buffet restaurant, they would eat anything they want. You're not normal if you come here without an appetite."

"Why are so talkative these days? And it seems like you are enjoying everything." Nancy is more energetic these days and whenever we talk about our plans for revenge, she can suggests many ideas I never thought of.

"I told you, I'm a writer and these things give me excitement. It gives me an inspiration of what story should I write next. Think about it. As a writer, I have lots of ideas and I am able to see those ideas coming to life. Isn't that exciting?"

"Wow! I really admire you now." I said smiling. This kind of attitude from her gives me strength. I got up and went to the food area to get something to eat.

When I came back, I noticed that the number of people in line outside is now a few which means Geoff and his team have to move next. I and Nancy are hoping that they will have their lunch in the hotel and not in a private room.

"Relax, okay? I told you, I'm a writer. I'm sure they will have their meal in the restaurant. There are media outside, they want to show that people can approach then easily by eating in a place where other people eat."

"Okay, I believe you. I'm just worried."

"Just eat."

I tried to focus on the food in front of me but from time to time, I check the main entrance to see what's happening. After a few minutes, like what Nancy said, Geoff and the other men went straight to the hotel restaurant. I tried to hide my face with the table napkin when they passed by our table. I put thick makeup so I'm sure they won't recognize me easily. They went straight to the table at the corner which seemed to be reserved for them.

The resto is now filled with diners. Almost all tables are taken and the dishes are replenished everytime.

Unlike other guests, the people in Geoff's table didn't have to go to the food area to get their food. Evrything they need are served for them. Nancy and I are waiting for our signal to start with our plan.

After thirty minutes, Ericka stood from her seat. It seems like she would go to the bathroom.

Nancy smiled at me and got the cup of coffee on the table. Before Ericka would pass by our table, she stood up and acted to accidentally pour the coffee on Ericka's dress.

"What the fuck!" Ericka shouted. People in the resto looked in her direction. Some photgraphers who were taking shots in the area also took her picture. The staff didn't come near Ericka and Nancy. Maybe they already know that Ericka sometimes has tantrums and leaving her alone would be the best thing to do.

"I'm sorry, Miss. I didn't mean to. Let me help you."

"Stay away from me!" She still sounds irritated.

Nancy offered her the table napkin and trued to help her wipe her dress.

"I told you to stay away from me!" She then pushed Nancy and as planned, Nancy fell to the ground.

As expected, Geoff stood up from his chair and came to our direction. This is my signal to stand up and help Nancy get up from the floor.

Nancy started crying. How can she be so good at this? We already knew that Ericka will never move from her place when something happens to her. She would wait for Geoff to come to her rescue. She always relies on Geoff for protection. I was looking away from Ericka the whole time so she can't recognize me.

"I'm sorry." Geoff said. I'm not sure who he is talking to because I can't look at them straight. "Baby, let's go back to our seat. We will just buy a new dress for you after we eat." I felt a hand tapped my shoulder. "Excuse me, Miss. Let me help your friend."

At that time, I and Nancy got up and faced them. "Hi!" I said calmly.

"You bitch!" Ericka shouted. People again looked at our direction. Some staff had to stop from what they are doing to check what's happening.

"This is not the place to show your barbaric attitude. Show some finess. Some reporters are outside, remember?" I said.

"What are you doing here? How dare you come here after what you did to me!" Geoff said, now looking so angry.

"Do you want us to talk about those things here? I would be happy to do that." I said smiling. I don't know how I got the courage to face him but all I could feel now is anger, anger towards the two of them.

"You just proved that Geoff's marriage with you was the worst decision he made. I can't believe I agreed with that plan. Look at you now, looking so proud like you are better than us where in fact you are nothing."

I can feel the insecurity from Ericka's voice. I guess she still can't accept the fact the man he loves and I has a child, something that he can't give to Geoff.

"Stop it, Ericka. You are attracting people." Geoff said.

"Why do you look scared? It's time to show others your true colors."

"If you want to talk, we can do that later. Just wait after this event."

"Actually, Nancy and I are so busy. We just dropped by to say hi to both of you and congratulate you for your new branch. Nancy, please pay our bill so we can leave."

"Don't bother. I know you don't have much money to pay anyway. And where did you borrow those clothes? Be careful, they might be damaged. You can't affor to pay for them."

"I told you to stop, Ericka." Goeff warned her.

"These are all Jessica's. We can buy you new clothes if you want to." Nancy butt in.

"Haha! You wish!"

"Leave now or I'll call the police. I'll make sure the next time we meet, I will get my daughter." Geoff said. He now looks so serious.

"We will leave. And as I told your partner before, don't look for me. I will come to you and Athena has now a father, and that will never be you." After that, Nancy and I left them looking so furious at us.