Chapter 01** Yummy Restaurant **" You kids should hurry up, we have to ensure everything is in place, we don't wanna make any mistake at all " The supervisor said to the workers, as he moved around supervising their works.His eyes caught Layla, one of the attendants and winked at her while she looked away immediately.A smirk played on his lips as he walked away." Can't believe he just addressed us as kids " Lila, one of the waitress hissed and the others chuckled." Hey, are you okay? " Mira tapped her friend, Layla, softly as they both arranged the luxurious chairs, placing them in order." Yeah " She mumbled under her breath but loud enough for her to hear." Is it about the fees? " She asked and Layla released a deep breath." Yeah, I'm just worried, If we're ever going to make enough money off this job that could be enough for the tution fees, tho the pay here is good, I just don't think working here for some few months could be enough, I think we need more jobs " Layla replie
Chapter 02Layla finally got home and sighed, still thinking about yesterday.Could she ever get away from the supervisor?, He wouldn't stop till he achieved his goal!.She can't succumb to his request, not at all!, But she's scared of what he could do, he could force himself on her!." Hey, are you okay? " Mira asked and she nodded." How about we go out?, to have fun? " She asked and Layla had a quick thought about it, before finally agreeing, and with that, they both left the apartment. ***These two were finally back from their outing when Layla's phone beeped* Her father had been admitted in the hospital *These two rushed out again as they found their way to the hospital.* A hospital in the Nothern part of the Town *" Sir, that's a lot of money " Mirah complained , they're currently in the doctor's office, and after diagnosing Layla's father, they found out that his illness had gotten worse and he would need lots of money for his treatment." I mean, that's twice our life tim
Chapter 03" Gosh " Layla muttered, trying to catch her breath as the driver drove her off.She wasn't in her right mind as she kept thinking about what could have happened if she hadn't escaped, he could have raped her.The thoughts of her losing her virginity as a result of rape sent shivers down her spine.Then, it striked her, where was she?.. whose car is she in?, Where are they headed to?, Is she being kidnapped?.She turned swiftly and her eyes trailed up as the figure beside her was so tall.He had this cold and blank expression on and that made her heart race in fear.Are they kidnappers?, She noticed they were two, and there was another driver driving them to an unknown destination." Sir... " She called in a broken voice, she had lost her voice.The huge and hefty man turned to her and she swallowed nothing down her throat." I'm sorry, but I don't know you.. I'm sorry for entering your car, Could you please drop me here? " She asked, trying not to show how scared and nervou
Chapter 04" Sir?.. " She asked, like she had heard something strange." Yeah, just for the wedding, and after then we can go on our separate ways " He said, hoping he could convince her.She looked like someone that could help and that was why they had thought about asking her for help, hoping she would accept." Please " Claus pleaded, when she hadn't said a thing." I... " She sighed softly." I'm sorry, but I don't think I want to do this, in as much as I would have loved to help, but I can't... I mean, people could find out about this... I.. " " No one will, trust me " Shane said in a pleading tone, and she wondered why he was acting soft towards her.The Shane Kent she had knew always wore a cold look on whenever he was being interviewed, but here he was, acting like the sweetest man ever.Honestly, Shane doesn't really know why he's acting leniet towards her, for some weird reasons, he kinda trusts her, even though they met once, he could read her, she was kind and nice, and th
Chapter 05They grabbed their phones before walking out of the apartment.got to the restaurant some minutes later, and opened the gate.Since they're workers there, they have access to the exterior area in the restaurant, but not the interior as the supervisor only has the key.They walked into the mini room where Shane had stayed the other night and began their search." I found it! " Layla suddenly excaimed after some minutes, after they both began searching." Let's dial it " Mirah said and Layla brought out her cellphone.She dialed the number and almost immediately he picked." Hello " Layla said slowly." My driver would be at your apartment to pick you up " He said and with that hanged up while the girls looked at each other in confusion.Is he aware she was going to agreeThey both walked out of the restaurant but were suddenly grabbed by two hefty hands and they screamed in fear." This way " The cop said to the two other officers grabbing them and they bundled them to the ca
Chapter 06" Huh? " Layla asked in disbelief." Am sorry, I shouldn't have said that " He apologized and Layla smiled lightly, she wasn't expecting that, tho she had planned to leave but she never expected he would call her back." It's fine sire, I guess I overreacted too " She replied slowly, fondly with her fingers." You should just call me Shane, so you would get used to it before the day " Shane said trying his best to be nice and she nodded." A part of the contract says you aren't allowed to inform anyone else, but... " He paused glancing at Mirah who bent her head immediately." Ah, it's fine, she's my best friend, she wouldn't tell anyone " Layla defended and Mirah nodded in support." Alright then, you girls should please wait, my Pa would be here soon, you have to sign some papers " He said and Layla muttered an * oh * " I'll excuse you two then " He said and with that walked away while Layla watched as he ascended the stairs.Mirah grabbed Layla immediately to herself whi
Chapter 07" Is that really necessary? " Shane suddenly asked, referring to Jennifer." Ofcourse, you're going to do it anyways on the wedding day, so you have to learn now " She said and he looked away, staring into space." He just have to insert the ring into your finger and that's all, no word at all, no kneeling " Jennifer added and Layla breathe out silently." Don't we have other important things to do? " Shane asked instead." This is the first important step " Jennifer insisted and he sighed silently." Claus, the box " He called and it was then Layla noticed Claus was with them all through, she didn't notice.Claus moved forward and gave the box to him revealing a shiny diamond ring which caused Layla to gasp loudly and they all turned to her and she hurriedly covered her mouth with her palm." Is there a problem? " Claus asked. She noticed they were all staring at her and she cleared her throat." I'm sorry, but can you get another random ring?, That's too extravagant, and
. Chapter 08" You said all that!? " Mirah asked in suprise and Layla nodded as she left her previous location and walked over to the bed and sat beside Mirah.They had both decided to share a room and declined Claus's offer after he offered two rooms for each of them." Yeah, I mean he's doing too much, it's just a fake wedding anyways " She mumbled and Mirah turned to her." But don't you think you're being rude?, when he's just trying his best to meet your demands " Mirah asked and Layla shook her head." That's exactly where the problem lies, he doesn't seem to understand me, I don't want all the fancy things he's trying to offer, I don't like them, Now I see why I can never date a rich guy " She muttered as she laid properly on the bed and dragged the duvet to cover her body properly and she closed her eyes." Are you ready for tomorrow's conference meeting? " Mirah asked as she also laid behind her and she hummed in response." So, what did Allen say at the meeting? " Layla aske
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