Hades's POV-
She's absolutely beautiful. When I asked her out I didn't know where I'd take her or what I'd do, the only thing I knew was she deserved the best. I already know her likes and dislikes, her hobbies, the things she enjoys most, and so I planned the day accordingly. But seeing her happy as she was mesmerized by the place, made me happy too. I used to come here with my parents when I was young, my father had gifted this place to my mother and this was the place where he proposed to her so it held a lot of meaning. I still don't know why I like her. She's beautiful, yes, but I've seen a lot of beauties and none have compared to her. Her personality? Damn, she's a spitfire! She looks like she can take over the world. I always saw how deeply in love my parents were and still are, and secretly always wished that I found my forever too. But I lost hope, every girl I had been with was just another bitch, who wanted to be with me for the title and the money. It was a
"Both of you need to calm down, I just said I was pursuing her, she hasn't said yes...yet" I said scratching the nape of my neck.Patty moved forward and held Ana's hands "Did he do something dear? Let me know, I'll give him enough beatings to set him straight. Is he not treating you well ?""I...uh..no... that's not the reason Ms...?" She hesitated and looked at me, but before I could answer Patty spoke again "oh just call me Patty, dear, that's fine""Oh okay Patty""So tell me what's wrong why haven't you said a yes?"I saw Ana trying to come up with an excuse, but she just gaped. I thought it was enough for the day, so I stepped in "Patty relax, she hasn't said a yes, but she's ready to give me a chance, so nothing to worry about. Now, can we please have your special dish, we are starving.""Oh right ...right... I just got excited and forgot to offer you anything, I'll get it right away kids. Common Mark, we have
Anastasia's POV- I was still thinking about what Patty said. She asked me to give Hades a chance, that he seemed happy after a long time. There was a glint of happiness that was shining in his eyes because of my presence. I don't know how much of what she said was true, but I did know that he made me happy too. He did show me a different side of him today. However, there's still a long way to go for me to accept someone in my life or think of having a companion. I was still a long way from getting my retribution. I could see from the corner of my eyes that he was trying to gauge my reaction to everything, but I'm sure he wouldn't find any because for the first time in forever I felt peaceful, I was relaxed and my mind was not racing to be alert at all times and think about counter-attacking my enemies. "Ana?" I realized Hades was talking to me " yeah...sorry I was lost in my thoughts"I gave him a sheepish smile. He just chucked "it's alright...I just wanted to check
I made my way downstairs, but the place was suddenly so quiet. I was waiting for Hades, there was still no sign of him. Suddenly another boy came up to me and handed me another letter.I knew the dress would look perfect on your love!Now take the blindfold from Kevin and tie it.And don't worry Kevin and Tracy will bring you to me.I looked at the boy I assumed was Kevin who had a beaming smile on his face, I smiled too and crouched down to his leve
The event was boring, father introduced me to some of his associates, as I'll be dealing with them in the future. Cordelia tried speaking and making small conversations here and there, Liam also tried approaching from time to time but all I did was excused myself and dodge them as much as I could. I had this nagging feeling that they were up to something. Eventually, they gave up and I sighed in relief. I was getting impatient now, I looked at the entrance again and again for a familiar face. Suddenly my phone buzzed, it was mom, I got puzzled and looked around, she was nowhere to be seen. I answered "Ana sweetheart I'm not feeling well, I'm in room 2040, can you please come here and help me and bring Cordelia if you see her, she's not answering her phone" huh? "What's wrong? I'll be on my way, let me go get Cordelia, and we'll be there" I hung up and started searching for Cordelia, but she was nowhere to be seen, I looked around for father, but he was busy with his partners,
Anastasia woke up the next day with a pounding headache. She sat up and placed her head on the headrest of the bed. She tried to remember what happened. She couldn't understand why her stepmother would call her suddenly and then instead of her, she met Liam. "Is she helping them?" She thought and felt a pang of hurt "I need to confront her before concluding, even if the situation says otherwise, I want to know what excuse she'd give" she freshened up and went downstairs for breakfast. Jonathan saw her and rushed towards her "Ana, how are you dear? Are you feeling alright? Do you want me to call the doctor?" He was extremely worried about his daughter. "Father! I'm alright. Calm down. I'm feeling much better now, but how did I get home?" She didn't know what happened after she was unconscious. She remembers someone pushed Liam off her. Did Hades reach in time? She had so many questions. As if on queue, the doorbell rang, Jonathan left her side, and went to open the door. All of them
Ana paced around her room, frustrated and restless. She didn't know what to think of her stepmother anymore, should she trust her or not. Suddenly her phone started ringing, it was an unknown number "Good Morning! Am I speaking with Anastasia Kimberly?""Yes, who am I speaking with?""Ms. Kimberly, I'm Jenny, this is regarding your internship with Moretti & Co. We'd like to know how soon can you start?""I can start within a week, we'll be on a summer break starting next week""Alright, that's great. I'll email you the time, address, and the documents that you'll require to finish your joining process""Thankyou""You're welcome, Ms. Kimberly! See you soon"Ana sighed "At least now I have something to look forward to"The following day she met a worried Ashley"Ana! Where were you? You just left me all alone at that event. I tried calling you but you just disappeared from the face of the earth" she said e
He relaxed after seeing her laughing and couldn't help but stare at her. He suddenly smirked recalling her previous words "So this is a date, love?" His eyes glinting with mischief. Anastasia was once again flustered "Uh... No... I mean...She was just annoying," she said looking anywhere but him. "Yeah... She can be annoying most of the time" he chuckled."I can't believe you dated someone like that!" She said and once again laughed at his annoyed face."Yeah well everyone has that one ex whose a big mistake," he said rolling his eyes.The waiter came with the food and they went silent for a while however Anastasia pondered about asking a question that was stuck in her mind "So what's the story? Why did you two break up? ...... it's alright if you don't want to share...." She trailed off. Hades's face lit up as he thought that Anastasia was taking interest in him and his life "Oh no, don't worry, I don't mind at all. Well, she cheated on me with a rival" he shru
The days flew by quickly and uneventfully. Anastasia and Hades spoke daily in their free time and got a little close. Hades was still wary about her joining Moretti & Co., however, Anastasia reassured him again and again. It was her first day at work today and she was eager to start the internship. She was excited and was hoping she got Arthur Fabian as her mentor. He was a renowned designer and she had always admired his work. As soon as she entered the building she made her way to the receptionist"Hi, Good Morning, I'm Anastasia Kimberly, I have a meeting with Ms. Claire Dubois."The receptionist just nodded as if she was bored "10th floor to the right, her name will be mentioned on her cabin door, the elevator is on the left of this corridor," she said pointing in the direction. Anastasia just thanked her and went in the direction. 'Well, I just hope not everyone is as irritable as the receptionist' she thought to herself.Suddenly she bumped into