Pretty Vegas

Aww, Sydney and Michael are perfect for each other..... I can't wait for Eric and Nadia to meet at the party.

Great chapter. Can't wait for more.








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Why does Sloane have to show up? He is going to try to ruin everything, just because he can probably. Nadia and Eric sound as if they could use a little help getting together.
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Weiss and Nadia are so going to be each other's blind dates. It cracks me up that they can't figure that out by their first names and interests.

Thanks for the pm! :smiley: I'm not too sure about the introduction of Sloane :eek:

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I should have an update for you tomorrow (Tuesday). :woot:

As for Sloane showing up...you know Sloane, that could only mean one thing: Trouble. :lol:

As for Eric and Nadia not knowing their each other's blind date: Some people thought it was weird they didn't know that they were writing to each other but it was Nadia who suggested the masquerade ball so Weiss couldn't have known that 'Nadia' in the e-mails was the same Nadia he's been fantazising about. It might be a little stupid on their parts but that's entirely my fault. :P


Have a great day and talk to you soon.


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CJ
 
A/N

You guys have been really patient and as a reward, I decided to give you 2 new chapters. Hope you enjoy and talk to you soon.

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CJ

~Part 18~

“Francie? Will? What’s going on?” Sydney asked as she opened the door and saw her two friends standing there with a huge smile on their faces.

“Can we come in?” Will asked, smiling at her. Sydney nodded, then moved aside to let them in to the suite and closed the door behind her.

“What’s going on?” She repeated. “You two look…I don’t know happy.” She said as Francie and Will kept looking at one another and giggling like teenagers.

“We saw Vaughn in the lobby and he told us that you guys decided to stay married. So we came by to say congratulations and tell you…” Will paused and then looked at Francie who couldn’t hold it anymore and just blurred out, excitedly.

“We’re moving in together.” She said, a huge smile on her face as Sydney stood there in shock.

“What?” She said. “When did this happen?” She asked as she looked at their faces beaming with joy.

“ Well…Last month I invited Will over for dinner and I don’t know…”she giggled.” We kissed and then we realized that we had actual feelings for each other and decided to try dating…and since the hotel has a policy about dating co-workers, we kept it a secret…even from you, sorry.”

“That policy needs to change.” Sydney said smiling at them. “Look at you two, you’re practically glowing.”

“So you’re not mad?” Francie asked as Sydney laughed.

“That my two best friends are dating?” Sydney said, hugging them.” I couldn’t be happier.”

“So what about you and Vaughn?” Francie asked. “Is it the real thing?”

“Yes.” Sydney beamed with happiness. “ We worked some stuff out and now, we’re happier than ever.”

“I’m glad.” Francie said, holding Sydney’s hand.

“So we were thinking that we could go out sometime soon to celebrate your wedding and us moving in together. What do you say?” Will asked.

“Sure, that sounds great.” She replied, smiling at them. “I’ll run it by Vaughn and let you know. Okay?”

“Great.” Will kissed her cheek. “We have to go to work. “ he said as he opened the door. “Why don’t you stop by the restaurant later for a drink.”

“Okay.” Sydney agreed as she waived them goodbye.

Sydney quickly changed into a black dress suit and black heels shoes, said a quick goodbye to Nadia who was sitting in front of the computer and made her way down to the lobby.

She was about to go say a quick hello to Vaughn in the security booth when Julia at the reception called out to her.

“Sydney here are your messages. Just to let you know that Mr. Sloane’s assistant called to let us know that he will be arriving a day early and he also requested that the Presidential suite be ready according to Mr. Sloane’s specifications.

She picked up the cell phone and dialed Kathy, her assistant.

“Kathy, It’s Sydney. Mr. Sloane is arriving a day early. Please make sure their fresh flowers delivered to the suite upon his arrival. Also we have to make sure that the kitchen knows about his favorite meals. There should also be a limo ready to pick him up from the airport and at his disposal if needed.”

“I’m on it.” Kathy replied as she took note of Sydney’s requests.

“We can’t screw this up, the future of this hotel depends on it.” Sydney reminded her assistant.

“Sydney, relax. Everything will be okay. Okay?” Kathy said in a reassuring tone.

“I’ll be in the office in a little while. And thanks for all your help.” Sydney sighed. “What would I do without you?”

“That’s what I’m here for.” Kathy laughed.” Anything else I can do for you?”

“No. See you in a little while.” Sydney said before hanging up the phone.

Sydney was making her way to the kitchen to oversea the menu one more time for the party at the end of the week when her cell phone rang once more.

“Sydney Bristow.” She answered, half expecting her dad to call to check up on her.

“Hey.” Vaughn said, smiling into the phone.

“ Hey.” She smiled when she realized that was the voice she wanted to hear more than anything in the world.

“Where are you?” She asked as she turned around. Expecting him to be standing there and looking at her.

“Look up.” He laughed as he saw her raising her head and looking into the camera.

“What are you doing?” She giggled.

“Checking up on my favorite girl.” he smiled.

“Sloane is arriving a day earlier than expected.” She sighed. “And if I screw up, my dad will kill me.”

“Syd, you do this kind of thing every day. You’ll be great…”he smiled. “Beside you have me to help you.”

“Thank God for that.” She smiled as he laughed.

“Before I forget, “He said, smiling even more, “I left something for you in your office.”

“Vaughn!” She said before walking back toward her office.

She sat down on her chair and looked around on her desk but she had no idea what she was suppose to be looking for.

“Are you there?” he asked as she laughed.

“Yeah. What am I suppose to be looking for?” She asked.

“Open your first drawer.” He instructed as he listened to her opening the drawer.” There’s an envelope with your name on it.”

For Sydney. She saw as she ran her fingers across the envelope.

“Open it.” he ordered.

She tore the envelope open and a key fell out of the envelope.

“A key?” She asked, puzzled.

“It’s a key to my place…our place.” He corrected. “I thought since you decided to move in with me that you would need a key to the place.

“It’s perfect…you’re perfect.” She said, tears in her eyes. “Can I see you later?” She asked.

“Missing me already, huh?” He smiled.

“Maybe, “she teased as he laughed. “Good. Because I’m missing you like crazy, right now.”

“How about we order in tonight? “She smiled. “That way I can show you how much I’m missing you right now, too.”

“Syd.” He groaned. “how am I suppose to concentrate when you say things like that?”

“You started it.” She laughed.

“True.” he smiled. “We haven’t finish the conversation we started this morning.”

“If I recall correctly, “She laughed,” There wasn’t much talking done this morning.” She said, smiling into the phone.

“Exactly.” He laughed. “I have to go, Weiss and Danny just walked in. See you later. I love you.” He said into the phone.

“I love you, too.” She replied before hanging up the phone. She picked up the key that he gave her into her hands and couldn’t stop smiling at the thought of finally moving in with Vaughn.

“I hope that was your wife you were talking to?” Weiss teased.

“The one and only.“ Vaughn smiled. “We’re moving in together.” He said as Danny looked at him with jealousy in his eyes.

“What?” Vaughn asked as Danny took a seat next to him.

“How did you finally convinced her to stay married to you?” Danny asked, a devilish look in his eyes.

Rage set-in in Vaughn’s eyes. “Alright look. You and I don’t work well together, period. We’ve got this juvenile animosity thing going on. That’s got to change. While Jack is in the hospital, I’m the one in charge. So if you don’t want to be looking for a new job, you’ve better start minding your own business and focus on the job at hand instead of my private relationship with my wife. What Sydney and I have is private and shouldn’t be topic for office gossip. You hear me?”

“Fine. Whatever. But we all know that you’d married her because you’re hoping someday that the old man would leave the hotel to you. You might have fooled them but you can‘t fool me.” Danny said in a provoking tone.

Vaughn had heard enough. “Okay, that’s it. “Vaughn said as he stood up from his chair and grabbed Danny by his shirt collar. “As of now, you are on suspension until further notice. You understand me.”

“Let go of me.” Danny said, trying to remove Vaughn’s hand off him. Weiss pulled Vaughn off Danny and stood in front of Vaughn with his arms out, trying to calm his friend down.

“You have the mentality of a three year old.” Weiss commented to Danny. “What’s wrong with you? Are you crazy?” He shouted.

“You saw that, he attacked me. He’s the crazy one.” Danny said, pointing at a furious Vaughn.

“All I saw was you provoking him. Beside he was only defending his wife.”

“You two deserve each other. You’re both crazy.” Danny said as he opened the door and made his way down the corridor.

“Yeah, “Weiss yelled, “Takes one to know one.”

Vaughn sat down in his chair and sighed. “That guy…I swear to God is gonna make me go insane. You Don’t believe what he said, do you?”

“What? Weiss asked as he took the seat next to Vaughn in front of the monitors.” That you’d married Sydney for her money? Of course not. One look at the two of you and anyone can see that what you have together is real.”

“Good. Because I love her more than anything. Money or no money.” Vaughn said , rolling his ring on his finger.

“Don’t listen to that imbecile. He only said that because he’s jealous. We all know that he’s been trying to get into Jack’s good graces for years.”

“You right.” Vaughn sighed. “Thank God you were here to set me straight.”

“That’s what friends are for, Buddy. “Weiss smiled. “Any time you need me, I’m here.”


TBC


~Part 19~

“Mr. Sloane, I’m Sydney Bristow. Welcome to Le Mirage.” Sydney said, shaking his hand.

“Thank you. “Sloane said, smiling at her. “ You are as beautiful as your mother.”

“You know my mother?” Sydney asked, surprised look on her face.

“Oh, your parents and I go way back. Didn’t you father tell you we’re old College roommates?”

“He mentioned it.” Sydney smiled.

“Sorry, I’m late. Trouble in the casino.” Vaughn said as he made his way toward them.

“Mr. Sloane, I’m Michael Vaughn. “Vaughn said, shaking Arvin Sloane’s hand.

“Ha! Jack’s right hand man, I presume.” Sloane said as he eyed Vaughn up and down.

“I’m here to show you around. But first let’s get you all settle in. “Vaughn said as he signaled the bellboy to take Sloane’s luggage to his room.

“We have a nice dinner planned tonight at the restaurant.” Sydney smiled. “The chief outdid himself.”

“Well my dear, I’m looking forward to tonight, then. “Sloane smirked. “Hopefully your mother will join us. I haven‘t seen her in years. Would be nice to see her again.”

“Absolutely.” Sydney said as she glanced at Vaughn who nodded.

They watched Sloane get on the elevator and smiled at him. As soon as the door closed, they glanced at each other, a confused look on their faces.

“What was that about?” Sydney asked as Vaughn shrugged. “I don’t know.”

“Do you think they…”Vaughn pondered. “ Has your mother ever mentioned dating Sloane?”

“No but I’m gonna find out.” Sydney said as she stood there, holding Vaughn’s hand in hers. “ Do you think we can do this?”

“What? Convinced him to invest his millions? “ Vaughn brushed his lips against hers as he whispered., “Absolutely.”

“I love your confidence.” She laughed as she rested her forehead against his.

“Oh yeah!” He kissed her once more. “By the way, I loved waking up beside you this morning.” he whispered.

“Better get used it because I intend to waking up beside you for the rest of my life.” She whispered as she stroked his jaw before closing the gap between them for a quick kiss.

“I’ll go talk to my mom. We need to find all we can on Sloane if we want to close this deal.”

“Do you think your mom can help us?”

“Wouldn’t hurt to try. Beside Sloane specifically asked for my mom to be there tonight. Maybe she can help us charm him out of his millions.”

“What do you think your dad would say of us using your mom to charm the guy?”

“Well he’s not here, is he? Beside he wants us to do whatever we can to close this deal with Sloane. My mom’s presence at dinner tonight could simply remind him that this hotel is a family business and convinced him to invest in people he knows.”

“I hope you’re right.” He sighed.

“We just need to have a little faith, that’s all.”

“I’ll see you later.” He said, kissing her nose.

“You bet on it.”

~*~

Sydney entered her parents’ suite and sat down on the couch in the living room. Irina was on the phone and raised her index finger in Sydney’s direction to indicate one minute.

“Honey, no you can come home. The doctors said you had to stay there for a few more days.” Irina sighed as she listened to what Jack was saying.

Sydney couldn’t help laughing at the thought of her dad driving the doctors and the nursing staff absolutely crazy.

“Yes, she just walked in. ” Irina said, looking in Sydney ‘s direction.” Jack , you need your rest. You can talk to Sydney about business another day.

“Yes, I want you to relax and I promise to go visit tomorrow.” Irina said, blowing him a kiss into the phone before she hung up.

“I swear your father will drive me insane.“ Irina laughed. That’s the third time today that he called for me to go picking him up at the hospital.”

“Giving the medical people a hard time?” Sydney asked, unable to contain her laughter.

“You know your father. Can keep him down for very long.” Irina said before taking a seat on the couch.

“Oh, I almost forgot. You can thank your husband for that gorgeous bouquet of flowers over there. They are absolutely magnificent.” she smiled.

“That's the least we could do for helping us be together.” Sydney smiled.

“So what’s new?”

“Arvin Sloane.” Sydney said as she watched her mom’s face lost its smile. “Do you know him well?”

Irina stood up and glanced out the window, “you could say that.” Why do you ask?”

“He’s Dad’s new potential investor.” Sydney replied.

“He’s what?” Irina asked as she turned around to face her daughter. “ I can’t believe your father would let that conniving snake back into our lives.”

“Mom, what happened?” Sydney asked.

“A long time ago, your father and Arvin Sloane went into a small business venture together. That was way before we bought this hotel. Anyways, Arvin convinced your father to expand the business to the European market and your father excitedly agreed. Let just say it didn’t take long before Arvin Sloane showed its true colors and went behind your father’s back on some major deals. Sloane made a lot of important connections overseas and one day, Sloane left your father no other option then to buy his shares of the company.

“Then why would Dad trusts him now?” Sydney asked.

“I don’t know.” Irina shrugged.

“Arvin Sloane wants you to join us for dinner tonight. Mom, what if Sloane doesn’t want to just invest in the hotel but instead wants to buy the hotel from under us?”

“Then we need to come up with a plan…and fast. Irina said, biting her fingernails. Talk to Vaughn. See what he can come up on Sloane in this short notice. And don’t worry Sweetheart, I won’t let Arvin Sloane cheat us of this hotel.”

“Thanks Mom.” Sydney said hugging her mother before she left to find Vaughn.


~*~

Houdini_14: “Hey.” Weiss typed on the computer.

Blues_47: “Hey.” Nadia replied, happy to talk to her friend on-line.

Houdini_14:” I can’t wait to meet you.” Weiss said.

Blues_47:” Me either.” Nadia replied, a huge smile on her face.

Houdini_14:” So how’s your father?” Weiss asked.

Blues_47:” Better. He should be out of the hospital real soon but if I know him, he must be driving everyone crazy at the hospital and they may have no other choice than to release him early.”

Houdini_14:” Your father sounds like quite the character.” Weiss laughed.

Blues_47: Nadia laughed:” He is.”

Houdini_14:” So Friday is our big date. I’m feeling a bit anxious about it.”

Blues_47:” Why?” Nadia asked., hoping he hadn’t decide to back out of meeting her.

Houdini_14:” Well, I know we didn’t discuss physical appearance and all…and I’m afraid you’re gonna take one look at me and run the other way. Let’s just say I’m not one of those guys that work out every minute of the day…I’m more on the plum side, if you know what I mean.”

Blues_47:” Like my mom always says: That’s just mean, there’s more to love, that’s all. I don’t hit the gym as much as I should either. That’s more my sister‘s domain. She’s the sport fanatic. I’m more into the arts; due my penname.”

Houdini_14:” So you like Blues, I gather.” He smiled.

Blues_47:” I like all kind of music but the blues speaks to me. It says to be the music of the soul, you know.”

Houdini_14:” I’m a big fan of music, too. Everything expect Heavy metal and country.” Weiss cringed.

Blues_47:” I know what you mean.” she laughed.” Most country songs are so depressing.”

Houdini_14:” So tell me about your dress?’ Weiss asked.

Blues_47:” It’s pink and fluffy and I’m pretty sure you’re gonna like it…well, I hope you do.” She smiled.

Houdini_14:” He smiled. “Like cotton candy, my favorite.”

Blues_47:”She laughed.” I never thought of that. Maybe I should pick something else.”

Houdini_14:”Why? I just said I loved cotton candy. Beside I’m pretty sure you would look stunning in anything you wear.”

Blues_47:” What about you. What are you gonna wear?” Nadia asked.

Houdini_14:” Not a pink dress for sure. “He laughed. “Probably a dark suit. I know, I know, not very original but I think my personality is colorful enough to wear boring clothes. Don’t you think?”

Blues_47:” I don’t think you’re boring at all. I think you’re very funny, Eric. You always seems to find a way to make me laugh…even when you compared me to a big cotton candy.”

Houdini_14:” You know I meant it as a compliment. I can’t wait to meet you, Nadia.”

Blues_47:” I can’t wait to meet you, too, Eric. Two more days before the party.”

Houdini_14:” I guess I talk to you later. I actually have to go to work now.”

Blues_47:” Me too. Hey, Eric, have a good night.”

Houdini_14:” Good night, Nadia.”


TBC


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Wee :smiley: First. *goes to read*

Cute. He gave her a key :D But I wonder what is Arvin up to. Weiss and Nadia are going on a date :smiley: Can't wait to see how that turns out. Update soon!
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“All I saw was you provoking him. Beside he was only defending his wife.”
aww! protective!vaughn.

“Arvin Sloane wants you to join us for dinner tonight. Mom, what if Sloane doesn’t want to just invest in the hotel but instead wants to buy the hotel from under us?”
ooh. twist! scandalous.

Houdini_14:” Not a pink dress for sure. “He laughed. “Probably a dark suit. I know, I know, not very original but I think my personality is colorful enough to wear boring clothes. Don’t you think?”
cute!
 
That was great ... ok soo why is Sloane there then ... eww Dannys just jelous of Vaughn ... poor Syd freaking about saveing the hotel ... heh Jack is probbly driving everyone at the hospital insane ... Eric and Nadia soo funny ... thanks for the PM ... more soon please
 
I can't wait to see what happens~~
I hope they can find out what Sloane is up too!!
Thanks for the pm!
Can't wait for more!
 
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