Chapter 22" Lottery? " Mrs Brown asked and Mirah nodded." Yeah, we won a million dollars lottery, but Layla was too scared to tell you.. she thinks you might get angry " Mirah said, pretending to have a guilty look on." Ofcourse not, I'm proud of you two,, as long as you didn't steal the money... what's there to get angry at you two " She stated and their eyes brightened." Really? " They asked unbelievably and Mrs Brown nodded in smiles." Aww, we love you mom " The two girls chorused as they walked over to her and pulled her into a hug. Mrs Brown smiled widely and patted their hairs simultaneously." So, you two are resuming work at that restaurant? " Mrs Brown asked as they pulled away from the hug." Yeah " Layla mumbled." You will be fine dear, if Allen tries a thing.. inform the cops, okay?.. we're rich now " Mrs Brown said jokingly and the girls burst into laughter.**** The girl's Apartment *" Gosh, that was so close " Mirah muttered as they both landed their butts on the
Chapter 23* Next day *" We're back here again " Mirah breathe in that air as they got to the restaurant's gate. The gatekeeper opened the gate for them and made their way in.Every other workers were just resuming and they greeted each other." Gosh, back again for lots of stress " Lila, one of the waitress groaned." Lazy ass " Mirah muttered but Lila heard her clearly. She released a short laugh as they both walked into the restaurant." I think we're a bit late " Mirah muttered to Layla as they both rushed to where other workers were standing, awaiting Allen who had called them for a brief meeting." No, we're not, it's 9am on dot " Layla whispered back.Almost immediately, Allen walked over to them in his dashing suit. " Not like he's one rich CEO " Lila hissed silently and Layla couldn't help but let out a chuckle and that diverted Allen's attention to her. He passed her a short glare before replacing it with a smirk and that almost made her shrink on her spot. Why's he acting s
Chapter 24" That's enough! " He said angrily and slapped him instead. His lips bursted as a result of the heavy slap and everyone gasped including Layla and Mirah. They turned their heads only to meet with Shane who was standing in front of them with an angry look on.How dare this old dude touch Layla!. He's going to make sure he goes to jail.He couldn't stop thinking of Layla earlier at home and had decided to come pay her a visit here. Just arriving by the door, he was welcomed with this awful scene, he couldn't help the immense anger that rushed through him but he was glad Layla didn't let his words get to her.Not until, Allen gripped her hands and made to hit her, he had to rush to the scene. Claus was with him, he gestured to him and almost immediately two guards rushed in and within the twinkle of an eye, they gripped Allen and bundled him out of the restaurant while he kept struggling to break free.Layla was suprised that Shane came to her rescue as she wondered why he was
Chapter 25" Good Morning sir "" Morning Sir " Greetings from different angles followed Shane as he stepped into his company with his guards behind him.He smiled and waved at them in response giving his workers a big shock. He replied them?He had never done that years of them working with him. He only walks past them without saying a thing. Today's indeed a great day." Any meetings? " He asked Claus as they got to his office and he walked over to his desk." You have a private meeting with Lancaster Enterprise and that's all " Claus replied after him.Shane sat down on his seat and Claus dropped his tab in front of him. He showed him the theme of the meeting. Shane nodded after going through it." 12 pm right? " He asked to be sure and Claus nodded." Alright then " He replied and began accessing the files before him.His eyes caught one of Claus's reports and he stopped abruptly, picking up the certain file and going through it carefully.He dropped it abruptly and raised his hea
Chapter 26" I just couldn't help but pity her " He muttered. " And that's why I said you've changed. This is not you. The old you would sack her immediately without listening to her excuses. Layla really did a great job " Alec said. Shane let out a smile at the mention of Layla." You're even smiling at the mention of her name " Alec teased and Shane smiled more widely." So, how's Ann? " Shane asked. " Well.. she's fine. I'm planning to propose to her soon " He replied and Shane nodded in support. " Yeah, you should do that. You're getting old already " He teased and Alec laughed out so loud." Yeah I am " He muttered.****" Are you okay with the pay? " Mirah asked Layla as they both walked out of the cafe shop. They had just closed in school and branched at the cafe shop near the school to get a job. " Yeah, tho the pay is not as much as our previous job's, but I'm okay with it " She replied as she got into the driver's seat in their mini car while Mirah entered the passenger's se
Chapter 27He kept staring at the screen till someone jolted him out of his trances. He turned and Claus was standing in front of him. " Yeah? " Shane asked him. " The CEO of Maynard Enterprise is here to see you " He announced. Shane let out a scoff as he dropped his cell phone." Bryan? Really? " He asked unbelievably. Claus let out a nod. " Yes sir " He replied. A playful smirk suddenly played on his lips. " Let him in " He finally said. Claus bowed a little before walking out of his office." Bryan Maynard... " Shane muttered and suddenly chuckled.Bryan Maynard is Shane's business rival. They are neither friends nor enemy. Or let's say they're both.The door suddenly pushed open and there he was. He had this smirk on as usual, and it's the same with Shane. Shane watched as Bryan walked over to his desk and sat down on the chair, opposite him." Afternoon friend " He finally said, stretching his hand forward for an handshake after settling himself down comfortably on the seat. "
Chapter 28Shane stared at her and she did the same, they continued staring at each other for minutes before Shane finally broke the stare. He looked away, at least he has seen her now. That's all he wanted." Hey " Mirah tapped Layla slowly. " We should get to work " Was all she said and walked back into the worker's part of the cafe. They put on their working dress and began serving other customers. Layla wouldn't stop stealing glances at Shane and it's the same for him too. He would glance at her every minute." Do you need anything else sires? " Mirah asked with a light smile as she walked over to them. " No, we're fine. Thanks " Alec replied instead. She smiled and glanced at Shane before walking away." You saw her now, so what now? " Alec asked Shane. " So we finish our coffee " He replied rather with a scoff." You are not going to say a thing to her? " Alec asked, glancing at Layla who served other customers along side other workers." I don't have a thing to say to her " He
Chapter 29"I'm really a substitute, ain't I? " She asked herself again. " Gosh, I think I'm going crazy " She muttered in frustration. Mirah who had been watching her couldn't help but wonder what she gat on her head that could be really frustrating her." You sure you're really okay? " Mirah asked when she couldn't take it anymore." I'm fine, seriously! " She replied, staring blankly at the customers who were begining to disperse. Seems they're closing soon." You don't look like you are " Mirah persisted. " We should start making preparations to close the coffee shop. Mr Cyrus ( the coffee shop owner ) would be here soon " She said instead and began to walk away, ignoring Mirah's call." What's really up with her? " Mirah said to herself worriedly.They finished packing the empty cups along side other workers and it was finally time for them to leave for their home.Layla got in through the driver's side and sat down, ready to drive while Mirah got in, opposite her, at the passeng
Chapter 90" I know you must be shocked to see us here " Mrs Brown started as Shane finally had his seat, still staring at them in suprise and with nervousness glaring on his face. " Um yeah... I wasn't expecting this and Layla never told me you two were.. "" She isn't aware " Mr Brown cut him off and he nodded. " Oh " He muttered." You really have a nice personality than expected. You know I and my wife are a good fan of your good works " Mr Brown complimented." Thanks sir " Shane muttered with a light bow and silence erupted for a while." Do you really love my daughter as much as she loves you? " Mrs Brown suddenly asked. " Huh? " Shane asked as he raised his head." She seems to love you so much to defend you that much.. I mean.. " She let out a little scoff." She even talked back at me and shouted. She had never done that before " Mrs Brown said and Shane bent his head a little." I'm sorry " He muttered but Mrs Brown suddenly chuckled. " No it's fine. I guess we were also re
Chapter 89" So are you gonna talk or what? " Mrs Brown asked, getting tired of the sudden silence that erupted between them. Layla had called her and Mr Brown together at the dinning table, saying she had something important to say." Um... Mom it's about my boyfriend " She said and Mrs Brown raised her brows. " What about him? " She asked." He's not whom I told you he was " She said the truth and Mrs Brown sat up properly on her seat. " Wait what? " She asked to be sure if her ears hadn't betrayed her." Mom.. " Layla tried to call but Mrs Brown cut her off. " So what you're trying to say Is that you lied to us? " Mrs Brown asked almost angrily, pointing at Mr Brown and then at herself." Yeah somehow " Layla muttered in acknowledgement and Mrs Brown scoffed unbelievably. " I knew something was fishy! " She shouted and hit the table loudly that Layla flinched and Mrs Brown wasn't an exception, he flinched lightly." So you've grown wings right? You now lie to I and your dad! You no
Chapter 88" What's it? " Layla groaned as Mirah dragged her roughly out of the room. " Just follow me.. hurry " Mirah snapped and finally they were down the stairs." Watch.. " Mirah said pointing at the TV. " Shane? " Layla asked in suprise and Mirah nodded. " Exactly.. and now.. look at your parents " She said and Layla took a glance at her parents whose gaze was fixed on the TV screen and they seemed to be discussing a thing and they also had smiles on their face." It seems they like Shane " Mirah muttered and Layla raised her brows. " Really? " She asked unsure and Mirah nodded." Let's go find out then " Mirah said and at once pulled Layla properly to the living room. They both sat on the couch next to their ( Layla ) parents'.Layla fixed her gaze properly and it was truly Shane. It was some news about Shane donations to the country." Mom you know this man? " Mirah was the first to ask and Mrs Brown turned to them and then nodded." Of course I know him. He's Shane Kent right
Chapter 87" So you're gonna talk to your parents about it? " Mirah asked a little bit surprised and Layla nodded. " Wow. That's so brave of you " She muttered and Layla chuckled. " I have to.. I'm tired of keeping my relationship with Shane a secret. I don't care if they would accept us or not " She muttered." So when would you tell them? " Mirah asked. " Probably tomorrow " Layla replied and Mirah nodded.** Next Morning **{ The Girl's Apartment }" Morning mom and dad " Layla greeted her parents as she descended the stairs." Morning daughter " They both replied her and she smiled lights as she proceeded to the kitchen.A news feed pooped up on the TV screen and the two parents lips formed into a smile as they stare at the lovely man on the screen." He gave the orphanages foods again. He's really a nice man. It would have been great If we had other wealthy people in the country to be like him " Mrs Brown said and Mr Brown nodded in support." I still can't believe he refurnished
Chapter 86* Shane's Apartment *Layla had just finished having her bath, she joined Shane who was almost asleep on the bed. He had been waiting for Layla's arrival. Layla was already dressed in her night robe when she joined Shane on the bed.Almost immediately he turned to her facing her properly. He leaned closer and placed a short kiss on her lips before pulling her to himself, wrapping his arms around her waist before covering them with the quilt.With this, they both drifted to sleep almost immediately.** The Girl's Apartment **" Morning mom " Layla muttered as she walked down the stairs, yawning heavily.Mrs Brown scoffed at her daughter's pretense. " Where did you head to last night with your boyfriend? I saw him come pick you up in another expensive car. Thought you said he was on a business trip with the CEO of your company and why was he with another luxurious car I'm sure not just any one could buy. That car belongs to rich people " Mrs Brown rushed her at once that she
Chapter 85* At The Airport *" Oh Goodness.. I missed you " Brielle muttered as she pulled herself into Shane's arms. Shane smiled and hugged her lightly. " I missed you too " He broke the hug and Brielle released a scoff. " I bet you didn't. You was probably all hooked up with Layla " She said and Shane chuckled." But I miss her too and can't wait to see her. I hope she's fine? " Brielle questioned as the trio walked over to Shane's car, prepared to take Brielle to a private mansion she had bought for herself." Yeah she is " Shane muttered. " So tell me about the hardships you told me you two were experiencing at the moment " Brielle said as they settled properly in the car and the driver ignited the car engine before driving off.** Kent's Enterprise **Claus suddenly walked into the girl's office and the duo spranged up at once. " You guys are back? " Layla asked anxiously while Tina rushed over to Claus and jumped in his arms, he lifted her up and plant kisses on her face whi
Chapter 84* The Girl's Apartment *" I love you " Shane said and Layla chuckled. They were still sitted in his car. He came to drop her off at home. It's the next day already." You said that more than a hundred times already " Layla exaggerated and he smiled. " It's 'cause I love you so much " He said sincerely, staring deeply into her eyes and that sent a blush to her cheeks as her cheeks reddened immediately.She smiled and looked at him. " Yesternight was great " He suddenly said and that made her blush more heavily that she had to look away from his gaze. Shane smiled and pulled her face to his and smashed his lips on hers slowly, kissing her passionately and she responded immediately, kissing him sweetly.She broke the kiss first and pecked his lips again, he smiled before moving his face away from hers." I should leave then " She said and Shane nodded. She smiles before alighting from the car. She closed the door slowly and Shane wined down the car's window and she came to v
Chapter 83Shane sighed before nodding anyways. Shane's phone suddenly rang. " It's mom " He said to Layla who had a raised brow on. Layla nodded in reply a Shane picked the call." Mom " Shane called with a smile. " Baby " Mrs Bills replied with a big smile. Layla almost scoffed at how affectionate the two looked at each other." Is Layla over there? " Mrs Bills suddenly asked and Shane nodded while Layla's brows creased sightly as she wondered why Mrs Bills had asked of her." I want to speak with her in private please " She said and Shane nodded before handing the phone over to Layla and he stood.Layla looked at him with a raised brows and gestured to him to sit but he only smiled at her before walking away out of view. " Gosh that jerk " She muttered annoyingly before turning to the phone's screen to meet with Mrs Bills who stared at her lovingly." Mom " Layla called, trying to hide her nervousness. " Are you okay? " Mrs Bills asked instead as she stared at Layla more deeply. "
Chapter 82He dispose the plastic and made to leave but Layla stopped him. She stood right in front of him. " I'm sorry please. I really didn't mean to drink too much, you should know it ain't me.. I was just.. I was so depressed and devastated cause of what mom and dad's been making us go through, I'm really sorry.. please " She rushed at once. " Layla.. " Shane called softly. " I love you but.. " " I love you too " Layla cut him off knowingly. " Promise me you won't drink too much again? " Shane asked and she smiled cutely. " I promise " She muttered and he also smiled." Gosh, you sure are my weakness " He said as he lifted her up. He moved closer to the available table and placed her on it with his hands resting on the table as they guarded her thighs on both sides.He smashed his lips tenderly on hers immediately, kissing her mildly and softly and she responded with the same pace.** Bryan's Apartment **" Okay Bryan, I'm sorry " Mirah said with a groan but Bryan ignored her t