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A Racing Heart Chapter 43
"Good morning, sir." Collins greeted as he came into my office. I nodded in reply, not sparing him a glance."I have found a shop on lease. It's not too far from here and it's big and spacious." He continued when I realized I wasn't going to reply."Good. Do you have pictures?" I asked, finally looking at him."Of course sir." He replied, bringing out his phone from his pocket. He handed me the phone.The place looked nice on the outside and even more spacious and nice on the inside though it could do with some renovations."What's the cost price?"" It's four thousand dollars sir.""Locate the owner of the building and negotiate with him. I want to buy the whole building.""Okay sir. I will get to work immediately. Is there anything else you need?""Tell Irene to see me on your way out.""Okay sir." He bowed and made his way out. I let out a sigh and shut down my laptop. The thought of the upcoming interview made me sick to my stomach.I've never really been a fan of pictures. Bein
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I have been feeling like I was on cloud nine after meeting Dr Miller. The thought that I didn't have to undergo a heart transplant was enough to make me die from happiness.But why would I die from happiness when I'm finally able to live with my arrhythmia?Maybe there really was a God.I felt even more grateful towards Byron as it was because of him I was able to be this happy.I turned on the sound system and connected my phone to it. Soon, one of my best songs was blasting out loudly.I sighed in contentment as I sat on the porch, overlooking the pool. I carried my sketch pad which was beside me, suddenly feeling inspired.After a while, I paused to look at what I had come up with. The bodice was a simple pattern with two princess darts. The sleeves were puffed up at the top and tapered to an end.I resumed sketching, thinking of what I could do to the yoke to make it unique."Good afternoon ma'am." A voice said. I dropped my pencil in fright and looked towards the person. It was a
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Last night was interesting to say the least. I almost didn't want to get up this morning but the interview was scheduled to happen today. I do not like missing appointments or being late so I had to separate from my bed, no matter how reluctant I was to do so.I had a few clothes over at Regina's that I left just for situations like this.As I buttoned up my clothes, Regina woke up. I looked at her through the mirror as she sleepily sat up, her hair a bit unruly, the oversized shirt she had on slipping off her shoulder."What time is it?" She asked groggily. "It's just seven am. You can go back to sleep." I told her putting on my jacket. She slumped back on the bed hugging a pillow. I guess it's a little early for her as she didn't seem to care about her appearance. "Why are you going so early then?" She mumbled."I have work and an interview today." I ran a comb through my hair. She got up from the bed to help me with my tie. When she was done she patted my chest adjusting my coll
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"Mr Bladell could be a handful but he is a very nice man." Lucia said as she mixed the dough. We were making a cake for the twins. It is their birthday today."I know he could be a handful." I sighed. "I've experienced it first hand."She chuckled and continued mixing the dough. She added chocolate flavor then set the dough aside to make the icing."Could you put the dough in the oven?" She requested. I carried the pan gingerly and put in the oven."You're invited to the birthday party. It will be holding at the Bladell's mansion." I said, scooping up a bit of the icing."I would have love to but I have to go back home to my children.""Come with them. I'd love to meet them. If they look anything like you, they must be really adorable."She smiled. "Thanks for the kind words, ma'am.""I've told you to call me Lilian. Please?"She nodded. "Okay Lilian, if you will excuse me, I have to get to work. The house won't clean itself.""Oh, sure." I followed her out of the kitchen and went to
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"Can you believe she was married? This whole time she was playing with my heart?" Abel sighed dropping his head on the table.I just looked at him with a sigh, refilling my glass."Byron, I'm so heartbroken. Console me" he tugged my sleeve. I smacked his hand off and he looked at me with a teary expression. I sighed and just patted his head. "It's not your fault. She's the one that doesn't know what's good for her" I said in an encouraging tone.We were currently at a bar, Abel was ‘heartbroken’ after finding out Juliette Montéz was actually married. The interview went well and I survived through the lights and cameras. Abel asked Juliette out after the interview and got rejected. Maybe it was the sad expression on his face that made her add that she was married so he wouldn't feel all that bad. Her intentions might have been good, to let him down politely but it ended up making him more depressed.Abel rarely got rejected. He was rich, a smooth talker, he knew how to use his looks t
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Nina stood up and met us halfway with a hug. I fell into her embrace and wanted nothing more but to remain in her arms but I was all too aware of the guests staring at us."How have you been?" She whispered into my ear. " Hope Byron is treating you well?""Of course." I grinned. "He's been a huge support these past days." I said with a smile, turning to look at Byron who was also staring at me."That's lovely." Nina said, wrapping her arms around Byron and I. " Everyone has been waiting for you. I'm starving.""We're sorry for being late." He apologized. Nina led us to the table and everyone stopped what they were doing to look at Byron when he spoke."Good evening everyone. Thank you for gracing us with your presence and for celebrating with us on this special occasion. Please, eat to your hearts content and I hope our wards are friends for a long time. Let's toast to a long life of friendship."Everyone raised their wine glasses and cheered. Byron went to greet my dad and his dad be
Last Updated : 2023-08-02A Racing Heart Chapter 49
The birthday party was what to expect. The decorations, the food, the kids' excitement, the presents and the cake. The dinner with the parents was something I was used to. The compliments, the slight flattery in their tones, subtly making business deals, the hidden knives in their words. Just a regular dinner.Picking a gift for the twins was hard, especially since I found out about this whole thing last minute. I didn't have time to think of a thoughtful present so I went with functional and expensive."So, I didn't know what to get both of you but since you both are eighteen now, I got you a car." I said lightly. The sudden impact of two teenagers hugging me almost threw me off my feet. I balanced myself patting their backs. I handed James the car key. "Your driving instructor will be here on weekends and on holidays.""Thank you Byron. You're the best brother-in-law in the world." Christie squealed. Best brother-in-law. I liked that title. I watched Rose join in their mini celebr
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I needed a sketchpad and more supplies. I didn't realize how many designs I had made and discarded up until this moment.I decided to go shopping. It was going to be the first time I was going shopping alone since I got married. It seemed like what I needed at the moment and since I now have the money, I could splurge on things I've always wanted.After Byron left for work, I changed into a pair of black jeans and a green shirt. I put on my sneakers and did my hair into a ponytail.I put Byron's Mastercard into a black purse I've never used along with some other necessities.I made my way outside to wait for my Uber when I was ambushed by Byron's driver, Lucas."Good morning ma'am." He greeted. "Are you heading out?""Yes. Why are you here? Aren't you supposed to drive Byron to work?""I seldomly drive Mr Bladell. He likes driving himself unless he's unable to.""Oh." I simply replied not knowing what to say. Why hire a driver if he's not driving you anywhere? I'll never understand th
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⟩⟩ Two years later ⟩⟩"...Happy birthday to you." They sang, rounding up the birthday chorus.Lilian was all smiles as she hugged each member of her family and friends.All her loved ones were present and she couldn't have been happier."Thank you all for celebrating this joyous occasion with me. I'm grateful to have you all as my family." She said, holding her glass of juice.Byron wrapped his arm around her waist as he lifted his wine glass. "Let's toast to Lilian. Thanks for being an amazing wife, amazing sister, amazing friend, amazing boss and last but not least, an amazing mother. We are all lucky to have you in our lives. Cheers to a long life filled with happiness."Everyone raised their glasses as they cheered Lilian on."Hey sis, the girls are awake. Can I feed them?" Christie shouted from up the stairs."Bring them downstairs, Nina wants to play with her grandkids." Lilian replied. A few minutes later, she and Rose came down the stairs, carrying my girls.Byron walked towar
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The fact that I went through a near death experience and was in a coma for over a week and I was entirely clueless about it is crazy but at the same time scary. I would have remained oblivious if I died. Oblivious to the pain of my loved ones, oblivious to my own death.I was beyond surprised to find out I had a heart transplant. I still felt weak from time to time as my body was adjusting to this new organ but there was a notable difference. I was put under observation and had to undergo different examinations. It was nice to hear that I'll be making a full and steady recovery and I was healing up nicely. The moment Kayla saw me, she burst into tears before hugging me. "Do you know how frightened I was? I really was so scared" I patted her back to comfort her. "I'm sorry"She pulled away from my hug looking at my face her eyes rimmed with tears. "Never do that to me again or else I'll never forgive or talk to you again." she threatened."This would be the first and the last time" I
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The bright light was beckoning to me but the darkness felt more comforting. That's why I chose to stay here.Until I heard their voices.It felt like years since I last heard anything but now I heard them clearly."Be in good spirits. She won't like to see you guys moping around like this." It was Rose that spoke and though I could hear the sorrow in her voice, she seemed to be trying to cheer them up.I wonder why they are sad."I will get to decorating the room. She should wake up to a beautiful sight." It was Christie that spoke this time."With as minimal noise as possible please, I'm nursing a headache." Byron's strained voice let out.‘Hey guys.’ I said, happy to hear from them. I didn't realize how much I missed them and if going into the light and leaving my comfort zone meant I could see them, then I will.No one replied me and there was silence which I didn't like."I think she likes purple. James, help us pump up some purple balloons." Rose said again, breaking the deafenin
A Racing Heart Chapter 98
A week. 7days. 168 hours. 1080 minutes.When looking at it, a week doesn't look that long yet a lot can happen in just one week.It's been a week since Regina's scandals were strategically released into the world. It's been a week since Abel took control of Hetero hotels and has been managing it's affairs with the same vigour as his predecessor.A week since Hotel owner Aldridge Sharp's branches of hotels were raided and put under investigation for trafficking and possession of drugs and forced prostitution with other illegal activities. A week since Byron smiled, ate or functioned properly.It was during this week that the search for a heart for Lilian came to an end and she had the heart transplant done.During this week when the family waited outside the operating theatre with bated breath and anxious minds for 11 hours during Lilian's surgery. During this week when the family was greeted with the good news of Lilian's successful surgery.It's been 604800 seconds and counting si
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Dr Miller rushed in to the hospital and after speaking with the doctor in charge, he was directed to Lilian's room.All the Bladells were present including some people he didn't know. They all stood in the hallway, pacing, none of them daring to sit down.When Byron sighted Dr Miller, he stood up straight and walked towards him, meeting him halfway."I came on the next available flight. How's she?" Dr Miller asked. Byron sighed and bowed, his eyes trained on the ground."She's no better. Please, go and see her. You know her history more than these doctors." Byron pleaded, ushering him towards the room. "I'll be right out." Dr Miller replied, patting his back as he greeted the family and went in.Everyone waited with bated breath for him to come back out and after a while, the door was opened and he stepped out.Dr Miller cleared his throat in preparation to address the family, his eyes meeting with Byron's as he confirmed if he could tell them.Byron nodded in reply."Everything the
A Racing Heart Chapter 96
Byron was granted access to stay in the room with Lilian provided he kept a distance from her. He agreed hastily and went to join her in the room.She looked so peaceful that if not for the injuries on her body, she'd have looked like she was asleep. Byron sat on the chair opposite her bed and watched the slow rising and falling of her chest which gave him a bit of relief.His mind still reeled with possibilities of what could have happened. If he hadn't acquiesced her and had just taken his car, she wouldn't be in this situation.He had his men out looking for both Lucas and Regina. Though he expected it from Regina, Lucas was one of his most trusted workers. The man had been with him for over four years and he had proven worthy of being trusted over the years. Byron was definitely not letting them go scot-free.Though he felt tired and sleepy as it was already late in the night when the doctor allowed him in, the beeping of the heart monitor couldn't allow him sleep."I just found
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According to Byron's wishes, Lilian was moved to a private room and was still under strict supervision. It wasn't until a few hours later were people allowed to see her."Two at a time" the nurse instructed. "You shouldn't crowd her and please be quiet." Before the nurse could finish giving her instructions, Byron already rushed into the room.The room had a warm light giving it a calming ambiance. The windows were shut with the blinds closed not allowing any outside air to invade the sterile room. Like it was a sealed space. In the middle of the room laid Lilian, at least what looks like Lilian.She was a sight to behold. She had a gauze wrapped around her head for her head injury. Her face was covered in different cuts and bruises making her skin purple, red and blue. Her arm had a cast. You could pretend she was sleeping if not for all the wires and tubes connected to her and the beeping of the heart monitor.Byron stopped at the door. Just hearing about her injuries scared him, se
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It'd been a while since Byron was this disoriented. He didn't know what to do but hope and pray that his Lilian came out alive.Irene came running down the hallway, her footsteps loud as it was quite quiet."How's she?" Irene breathed out, sounding very out of breath.Byron shook his head in reply."No news?" She asked to which he nodded in reply, putting his head in his palms. "I dismissed the shareholders and explained that an emergency came up, though they weren't very happy that you left without saying anything."Byron didn't say anything, his gaze fixated on the doors of the operating room. After a moment of silence, Byron turned to face Irene."Could you call my parents and let them know Lilian has been in an accident? It's only a while before the press finds out about it."Irene nodded sharply and whipped out her phone to call the Bladells. Nina picked up on the second ring. "Hi, Irene. What's the occasion? You never call me." Irene could hear the slight accusing tone in her c
A Racing Heart Chapter 93
Irene wasn't thinking as she barged into the conference room. The discussions stopped at her interruption but they didn't say anything and instead looked on to Byron to handle the situation.Byron was surprised to see Irene was the cause of the intrusion. Irene had been a diligent worker for years and she knew the rules better than anyone and followed them religiously. He wondered what caused her to act out of line."I'm sorry for interrupting." She apologized going to Byron's side. "Sir, could you step out for a minute. It's an emergency." She whispered. "Can't it wait?" He asked."I'm afraid not sir" If it was someone else Byron would have asked more questions but he heard urgency and panic in Irene's usually monotone voice."One moment." He stepped out of the conference room with Irene."What's the matter?" He questioned Irene."Sir, it's Mrs.. I mean Lilian, she was in an accident and.." Irene almost burst into tears."Which hospital!" Byron asked, immediately Irene told him the
