Ashton felt a weight off his chest as he drove back home.
He had made it clear to Ryanne.
He was now left with setting his dealed debt with his guys.
He was gonna lose a lot sacrificing his Potential School Kingship as he placed it on the line for a betting challenge he took on without thinking twice. He was reluctantly going to pay his price at the end of the day which was 11.59 pm.
... Hillside residence.....
9pm....
Ashton was going through his assets to find how much wealth was left after settling his debt. He was going to run at quite a loss. He fell into an abyss of thoughts but got distracted by the sound of his phone. He picked up his phone, the caller's ID unknown. He answered the call.
Ashton:" Hi."
Caller:" Hey... Erm... Am I speaking to Ashton Miles.
Ashton:" Yes, Ashton Miles is me. What's th-"
Caller:" This is Ryanne Essel on the line. Erm, I need you to come over."
Ashton:" Ryanne? Please I don't do pranks here so if you please get off my line I '-"
Caller:" Then why not come over to verify. I'd be waiting."
The call was hung up on the other end.
Ashton's mind went blank.
This wasn't real, it was weird for such an occurrence at this point.
He got into his outfit and left for her house.
.... Oceanland Residence....
Ryanne was in her room doubting if Ashton would believe she made the call to him.
Her car hadn't been fixed and her mechanic had responded to her call late.
Today was one of the important days in her life.
She had patiently waited for the first step to reach the glory of a star.
The first step was here with many distractions.
Right now, her car had broken down. No one could help her except for Ashton.
A knock resounded on her door.
Butler:" Young Miss, someone seeks you."
Ryanne:" I'd be right there."
She took up her bag and went down to meet Ashton. He wasn't down there.
She gave a questioning look to her Butler.
He pointed outside. She shot him a glare that made him break into cold sweat instantly.
He knew he was in big trouble.
She moved outside to find Ashton leaning on his car.
He looked up from his phone to see Ryanne.
Ashton:" Ryanne?"
Ryanne:" Didn't mean to bother you but can you give me a ride?"
She waited for a reply but he stood still staring at her.
Silence means concern, she thought.
She got into the car. Ashton was left stunned with a blank expression.
What in Hades was going on with Ryanne?, he thought.
At the look at things, she seemed to make the grounds easier for him.
He smirked to himself and got in.
Ryanne:" XGX"
Ashton:" Didn't get you."
Ryanne:" We're heading to XGX."
XGX was an event center.
Ashton wondered what she was heading there for.
A spark of curiosity flashed in the eyes.
Ashton:" What's popping in XGX."
Ryanne:" Buy a head for yourself."
Ashton:" What?"
Ryanne:" Don't be smart."
Ashton:" Look I'm not dumb, okay?"
Ryanne:" Taking advantage of a small favor -"
Ashton:" Small favor? I'm like who dares leave his house after receiving an anonymous call and next next moment driving a stern being to only God-knows- where -"
Ryanne:" Are you done?"
Ashton;" Hahaha! Tell me I look like someone sprouting out shit."
Ryanne:" Exactly!"
Ashton was on an urge to stop the car at once but Ryanne shot him a dreadful glare that made him resent his decision.
This Ryanne Essel was one difficult type, could he ever handle her for once?
Ashton:" I'm done arguing with you."
Ryanne:" For the best!"
She gave him a wicked smile.
..... XGX....
The main event hall of XGX was lighted up.
The parking lot was filled with many kinds of vehicles.
Prominent and respected guests were seated with other guests.
The media team did their job.
The event's Chair was given an address when they got here.
Ryanne rushed out of the car to the building.
Ashton:" Wait for me!"
Ashton called from behind.
She. went to the registration table.
Registerator: " Hello young lady, how may I help you?"
Ryanne:" I'm registering for the challenge.
Registerator:" I'm sorry but registration is closed until -"
Ashton:" Until when?"
Registerator:" Next year."
Ashton let out a cold laugh.
Ashton:" Next year. Guess you don't know who you're talking to?"
Registerator:" Of course I know. Two teenagers from nowhere coming to register for -"
Ashton:" Are you done?"
Anger flashed in the eyes of the registerator.
Registerator:" Hey, how dare you. H-"
" What in Hades is going on here?" A man said approaching the scene. He had a crew tag around his neck with an ID ' Organizer ' written boldly on it.
The registerator felt a bit relieved.
Registerator:" Mr.Kelly, good to have you here. Just help me drive these two teenagers away."
Mr.Kelly:" Who are you guys?"
Ashton looked straight at him and in a cold tone he replied with his hand stretched.
Ashton:" Ashton Miles"
Just before he ended, the registerator's face became a white sheet.
The organizer immediately reprimanded his crew mate.
Mr.Kelly:" John, do you know what and to whom you did what you've done? You're too narrow-minded. One word from him and we're all doomed. Our hard earned business which is still trying to find its grounds can be r-"
Ashton:" No time for lectures Mister. Are we registering or not?"
Mr.Kelly:" This way... here's the sheet."
He handed the pen to Ashton swerved his hand.
I'm not in for anything, okay. It's her!"
Quickly, the organizer handed the pen and sheet to Ryanne. She registered in.
Mr. Kelly:" Mr. Miles, I'm Kelly Jones."
He stretched his hand for a shake but Ashton's cold gaze gave him cold feet.