After the meeting, we went to our respective workspaces. I like the theme that we chose, kind of fun since I've faced most of it. The seven deadly sins that are wrath, envy, greed, sloth, lust, pride, and gluttony are associated with different colors. I was busy sketching when Claire walked up to me and informed me that I was called in the CEO's office. Claire could see the perplexed expression on my face and she just shrugged not knowing the reason. It suddenly hit me that Lucian was the CEO, Hades had warned me about, but what does he want with me. 'Should I call Hades?' The thought crossed my mind but I ignored it completely 'No I shouldn't! I was the one who asked him to stay away...I shouldn't be bothering him with trivial matters, I thought sighing. As soon as I reached the elevator I heard someone calling me. I looked in the direction of the voice only to find Arthur running towards me "Anastasia darling where are you going? Have you started your designs?" He asked while catc
Anastasia was just glaring at the overbearing man in front of her 'What's with these men wanting to marry her.... Don't they know that the girl has to consent' thinking she scoffed out loud. Both Arthur and Lucian looked at her immediately"Just because you are the CEO of the company I'm working in doesn't mean you can scare me with your words. Leave me out of your messed-up situation and be man enough to sort out your problems with Hades head on rather than using these tricks. You are delusional if you think I'll marry you and help you get your revenge against him" she turned around to leave and just as she reached the door she looked at him again" And one more thing..... This is the first and the last time you touch me, next time I won't let you off so easily" saying she walked out absolutely livid.Arthur was gaping and looked proud. He turned to Lucian "Well you heard the girl" and he too left the room. Lucian was infuriated but his face looked calm, and he smirk
Hades and Anastasia met at a nearby café after work. Hades looked tired, as if he hadn't slept at all. Anastasia on the other hand was extremely conscious and didn’t know where to start the conversation from, all she could think was the kiss and how her heart was pounding against her chest. Hades, however, decided to break the silence eventually. He reached out to take her hand in his that was placed on the table ''I'm sorry Love…. I really am.''Anastasia was immediately disheartened because she assumed that he regretted to kiss her, but before she could respond he stopped her "Please let me finish'' she decided to hear him out first.''I appologize for lashing out on you yesterday and giving you an ultimatum. I shouldn't have done that… I could have handled the situation differently'' Ana was dumbfounded with his reason. 'I should be the one apologizing to him, he has nothing to feel sorry for. I was irrational and overreacted after the kis
Arthur asked again ''Okay hold on….What's going on here? Why didn't you tell us anything about it? And when did you guys even start dating?" He looked frantically between me, Lucian, and Mia. I was still processing all the information he threw on us and if all of it was true then why did Mia behave the way that she usually did around me. I wouldn't have looked her way, if I knew she was in a relationship with Lucian. ''Lucian …..'' I called out, but he just glared at me as if everything was my fault that I'm sure it wasn't ''Look I'm sorry if I knew you were together I would have avoided this….." but I couldn't finish ''Oh save your fake appologizies….you knew I was in love with her and now you've ruined it…ruined everything for me. I was supposed to propose her to marry me by the end of next week.." He finished in a low voice. He sounded devastated and I felt guilty. I could have, No! I should have avoided this. However, even if I wasn't aware why would Mia do this? I turned to loo
Anastasia reached home absent minded. All she could think about was the mess she was in 'All I want to do is focus on myself and my career…. But No! All these scheming asses won't let me live in peace. As if Cordelia wasn't enough to make my life miserable, now I also have Lucian to deal with. URGH!' She thought to herself.As soon as she entered her house, her step mother greeted her with her usual enthusiasm "Oh My dear Ana! How was your day?" Her smile was infectious. "It was good mom. I've got an assignment I have to work on and if my work is good then it will be used in the upcoming show" she stated excitedly. It was always like this, Ana coming home, and sharing her day with her stepmother. She was happy that there was someone who wanted to listen to her. Her father was always busy with looking after the company so it was extremely difficult for them to spend time with each other except for dinners or maybe on the weekends if he wasn't on a business trip. "That s
"What are you doing in my house Mia? How did you even get in here in the first place?" Hades was unable to comprehend anything, after all these years why was she back suddenly? ''I've missed you too baby" she walked towards him and was about to hug him when Hades slapped her hands away and took a step back. "I don't like repeating myself Mia….What are you doing here?" She sighed and went back and sat on his bed, leaning backwards and looking up at him "You haven't changed one bit, have you?" "I don't like repeating myself Mia...." Hades seethed. Mia sighed "Well, I'm here to help you deal with Lucian and I have information that might help you" she smirked knowing very well that what she said piqued his interest. "Why should I believe a woman like you who is a self-centered bitch who only thinks about herself…. I know you wouldn't just help me without wanting anything in return" he said with venom laced in his voice. Mia smiled after hearing him "Well, you were
"Mr. Moretti…." Ana was astounded. Everyone looked perplexed, however Jonathan broke the silence "Ana dear? Do you know Mr. Moretti?" They had completely forgotten that Anastasia was working as an intern at his company."Yes of course Mr. Kimberly! Anastasia here is an intern at Moretti's & Co. directly working under our famous designer Arthur Fabian." Lucian stated. "Oh yes! How could I forget? This is great, You are already well acquainted with each other, and that's even better for the future of this project" Jonathan exclaimed happily. "That's absolutely true Mr. Kimberly…..the future of this project does depend on Anastasia" Anastasia knew something was wrong and there was a hidden meaning behind his words. "Yes, Yes! Come on, Let's proceed for dinner" Kiara said leading everyone towards the dinning room. Cordelia had a complicated look on her face and was observing everyone especially the subtle eye contacts between Anastasia and Lucian, not missing th
"Why in the world do you think I will agree to this nonsense? You really are delusional if you think I will happily sign this marriage agreement Lucian. You are insane! I'm done with this!" Anastasia was livid. "And why do you think your opinion matters Babygirl? I'm not giving you any choice. You see, this is the only way for you to save your precious company from going bankrupt." He smirked. Ana was baffled and speechless "What do you mean by going bankrupt? What did you do Lucian?" She was frantic now. Her intuition was right. "Nothing much really, I along with your father invested in this interesting project, It was more like I persuaded your father to invest a large amount. Now I'm sure you know what will happen if I pull back the amount and back away from this project that your father is working so hard on. So why don't you be a good daughter and support him. Sign this agreement, Get married to me and there, Be the hero, and save everyone especially your father." He was happy
Anastasia woke up in an unfamiliar room and she panicked looking around trying to understand where she was. It was dark outside and the room was dimly lit. She suddenly recalled all the event and a lone tear again dropped down her eyes. The stormy night mirrored her emotions well. The man standing in the corner had observed everything from the moment she woke up "What's got you distracted babygirl?'' She was startled by the voice and flinched. Suddenly the lights were on and there stood Lucian, his gaze making her uncomfortable. It was as if he was trying to read her soul and unveil all the secrets buried deep in her heart. "How did I get here?" Her voice was heavy and her throat felt dry. Lucian walked forward and poured her a glass of water. When he handed the glass she looked at him skeptically. He rolled his eyes and sighed, "I know I have a reputation, but I won't poison you Ana, Go ahead it's just water" he didn't understand why he felt a little hurt because of her wariness. "