Doctor Annastacia's Love Scandal
Two Glasses of Champagne

"Jason...." The boy's name slipped from the lips of the previously flabbergasted Annastacia.

JC smiled amusedly at Anna who seemed very surprised by his presence by her side. "Startled?" he asked then kissed Anna's cheek which suddenly turned red.

From the seat next to Anna's right, the girl's fiancé frowned with displeasure at seeing JC kiss Anna's cheek. "Anna, we have to come closer for a family photo," said John trying to keep Anna away from JC. He got up from the chair and stretched out his right hand in front of Anna.

Of course, Anna welcomed John's outstretched hand and then got up from her seat to walk toward the stage with John. Leaving the hanging conversation with JC just now. Her heart was pounding irregularly, occasionally she looked at JC who was sitting relaxed in his place.

The young man was still staring at Anna, his gaze followed Anna wherever she was. Anna's simple yet elegant appearance made him fall in love even more.

When it was time for the luncheon to start, John tried to take Anna anywhere as long as she was away from the pop star who was popular all over America. He smelled the wrong sign from the way the young man was looking at Anna. Don't let his fiancé get hooked by that young man, he thought.

"This wedding catering menu is quite delicious, isn't it?" said Anna while enjoying roast duck cooked in red wine with mashed potatoes.

John nodded his head as he chewed his food then said "Anna if we get married do you want a simple wedding concept like Jocy's or do you want a more festive one?"

Hearing John's unexpected question, Anna paused to think for a moment. She still hadn't thought about her marriage to John. However, she didn't want to disappoint John by telling the truth. So she replied, "I seem to be more comfortable with a simple marriage, John."

"Okay, Anna. Don't worry, I won't force you to get married in a hurry. Let's have a casual relationship as lovers, but when you feel ready to become Doctor John Baldere's wife, you can tell me," said John in a soft tone. He looked at Anna affectionately.

However, Annastacia never felt that John was forcing her to do something she didn't like. That's what makes her comfortable living their special relationship so far. She smiled at John and continued eating.

The evening after a modest wedding in the Bridgetons' backyard, the newlyweds threw a party for their young close friends at the Hotel Northern Light Premiere's bar. The 5-star hotel is the best in Grenada and is located just 8 km from the Brighton family residence.

Just before it was time to leave, John called Anna to tell her that he might be late due to management business at Wyndham International Hospital, which he had to attend. So Anna went alone to her sister's party driving her car. Jocelyn and Max Brury's first night will be spent in the same hotel as tonight's party. The presidential suite room was a gift given by JC for the wedding of his manager who has been so dedicated to taking care of it all this time. He also stayed at the same hotel until the end of the week.

JC didn't want to linger in Grenada because it seemed like Annastacia was a bit difficult to approach. Her fiancee always escorted the girl everywhere, it made JC hard to see her. From the bar table, JC watched the guests Max and Jocelyn through his dark glasses. He still always wore those dark glasses to disguise his face.

A woman who always adorns his daydreams and sweet dreams enters the hotel bar. JC's heart was beating fast, he couldn't seem to hold back the euphoria that rushed through him. Anna was present alone at her sister's wedding celebration party. Annastacia was not used to attending social parties and felt so awkward among the sea of young people dancing in the dimly lit room of the hotel bar.

Indeed, the bar is equipped with a dance floor for visitors who want to dance to the accompaniment of DJ music. After greeting Jocelyn and Max, she walked aimlessly to the bar for drinks. Anna never drank liquor. She sat in an empty chair next to a man in a black leather jacket.

"Good evening, Miss. What drink would you like to order?" said the bartender who seemed to be in his early 20s to Anna.

Anna, of course, was confused because she had never drunk alcohol before. "Is there champagne in here?" she asked.

"Of course, there is, Miss. I'll serve it to you," said the shoulder-length metallic blonde bartender. Within minutes, a glass of Champagne was served in front of Anna.

The woman held the stem of the slender clear glass that was presented in front of her and drank it quickly like drinking mineral water. The bartender laughed amusedly at Anna and then said, "Do you need another glass, Miss? You look like you're thirsty."

"It's okay. Another glass seems good," Anna replied casually. She felt the Champagne taste was not too bad. A little sweet, she liked the bubbling of the clear yellowish drink. Another glass of Champagne was served in front of Anna and she gulped it. Her face felt warm and a little dizzy spinning around.

"Anna, are you all right?" asked JC who had been watching Anna for a long time, but didn't greet her.

Anna furrowed her brows, she focused on her blurred vision. "Jason? What are you doing here?" she asked, shaking her head and massaging her forehead.

"Are you drunk, Anna?" asked JC ignoring Anna's question. He also asked the bartender, "Why does she get drunk so fast? What did you give this woman?" Quickly JC caught Anna's limp body to the side before she tumbled off the high chair at the bar.

The bartender chuckled then replied to JC "I don't think the lady has ever drank alcohol. The champagne is quite intoxicating, sir. Maybe you can take her home if you know her address instead of the lady lying on the dance floor." Anna's head drooped on JC's shoulder who embraced and held the woman's body. JC immediately paid for his drink and Anna's as well. Then he carried the limp body out of the bar to the elevator to his room on the 8th floor of the hotel. JC's feelings were mixed between joy and confusion. The woman he had always wanted was in his arms. Maybe this is what is called destiny, without having to fight with his fiancée, he can get Anna.

TING! The elevator doors opened on the 8th floor.

JC opened the door to his room with his room key card and then kicked the door shut. He kept the lighting in the room dim so that Anna wouldn't be dazzled. Anna's bag he put on the table under the TV. Then he laid Anna on her bed. The young man was still undecided whether he would make love to Anna while the girl was unconscious or semi-conscious like now. JC stood with his arms crossed looking at Anna from the edge of the bed thinking. This situation was beyond his expectation, it would have gotten worse if he wasn't careful. He would lose Anna forever.