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AGAINST THE FATES A Date
She had expected Adi to take her to a casual cafe but instead, they walked into a club. Placed on the edge of the bustling city, the club was called Drai's and was known for its high-end crowd and party scene. "Adi, are they even going to let us in? You do realize that I am not exactly dressed for clubbing..." Adi shook his head and spoke," It doesn't matter. We are going to a private room here. They won't stop us." While Faith looked at him with confusion, Adi placed a hand on her lower waist and guided her into the club. The casual touch sent a burning sensation down her spine, and Faith reminded herself that she needed to get laid. It had been too long if she was getting excited with a simple hand on the waist. Once inside, they were led to a room on one of the upper floors but soon Faith was distracted by something even more. The club was known to her as being somewhat racy but the rooms up here were something else... In a word, they would be voyeur heaven. And though by no mean
Last Updated : 2023-01-01AGAINST THE FATES That Next Time
Faith came home bone tired. It was new year's eve and everyone seemed to think that she would have last-minute supplies of goodies available only for them... Well, they could have ordered in advance if they were that desperate because, despite the many preparations and additional cookies and cakes that she'd made in the past week, everything had been sold out. And now even though it was only ten p.m., she was ready for bed. But as she walked towards her door, she could not help but blink at the small basket of apricot-coloured roses as well as the man holding them. She recognized the flowers of course- Juliet Roses. They were one of the rarest exquisite roses that the world had known. Looking up, she stared into the stormy eyes of the man who brought them and gave a tired smile," Are these pretty things for me, Adi?" Leaning down, he kissed her cheek and spoke," Well, I don't see anyone else here who might enjoy these Juliet roses. Wish you a happy and blessed new year ahead, Fifi."
Last Updated : 2023-01-04AGAINST THE FATES It Is Time
As the two breathed raggedly trying to catch their breath, Faith felt a jolt through her. She has just committed the biggest foolishness of her life. She had promised herself just last week that she would ignore everything that she was feeling for him. They were strangers now... Her hands which had been clinging onto his shoulders pushed at him once. Adi stepped back immediately. As her eyes met his eyes, she felt singed. Never had he ever looked at her with that fire in her eyes. There had been yearning, a quiet love, an understanding but never this passion that she saw just now. "Adi..." His name came out in a whisper and Faith cursed herself. But Adi did not let her speak anymore," Fifi...It's time... don't you think?" But Faith could only shake her head from side to side, her eyes moistening. She had dreamed of this moment since she was a teenager. She had dreamed of him holding her, kissing her... being her first until she had decided to fall for another man. She had let him
Last Updated : 2023-01-04AGAINST THE FATES Not Really
"Bed Friends..." The word echoed in Adi's head as he slowly chewed the last piece of shrimp he had just bitten. He would have to be careful to not choke on it.Faith looked down at her fried rice and continued to eat slowly. On the one hand, she relished the fact that she had stopped Adi's plan but on the other, she was also disappointed in his predictable reaction. He was no different from other men, so it was better she keep his memory only."Well, then would you want to continue being bed friends with him even after we start dating?"Faith choked and coughed while Adi picked up the glass of wine and sipped, covering his smile."What did you say?""I asked if you would like to continue that relationship ever after we start dating."Faith stared at him as if he had grown a second head while he continued," While I would prefer that we remain exclusive to each other, if you do not wish to break up with him, I can try to accept that."Placing down her chopsticks with a snap, Faith stood
Last Updated : 2023-01-06AGAINST THE FATES The Sly and Conniving Adi
The people in the large office of Grenier- Heming Inc almost shivered as the guard informed them that Adi Grenier had arrived. While Adi had always been a cold man, they fear and chill that everyone felt had been very recent. First the man's divorce had been made public. No one in the office had even known that the man was seperated from his wife for over half a year.While everyone would have expected him to be angry or heartbroken after the divorce, like their other boss had been,Adi Grenier had seemed untouched and unaffected like other humans. But the new year seemed to have brought in a chill. Almost five days into the new year and they had almost lost so many of their colleagues. Adi Grenier semeed to be searching for slackers with a magnifying glass and swatting them out like they were flies. To save themselves, everyone had formed chat groups to let them know their boss' location once inside the office building lest they get caught.Adi Grenier walked into the building with de
Last Updated : 2023-01-06AGAINST THE FATES Deflated Like A Balloon
With his chin on his palms, Ross stared at Faith, sulking hard. "Come on, Faith! You have to tell me. I know for a fact that my boss is not your ex. So, how do you know Adi Grenier? At least tell me that! And do not give me some random line! I know all the gossip! You are very close to him!" Fait licked the spoon to taste the new dessert she was trying and rolled her eyes at him," You must be awfully free to keep a check on the gossip in your old workplace." "Ha! The fact that my current boss appeared with my ex-boss, on a holiday night, at her apartment... I don't have to listen to gossip much! Getting you to talk to me took months of effort. To think you would let a strange man escort you home... Ha! So tell me..." Patting his cheek, Faith raised an eyebrow and questioned," Maybe your boss is so charming that I could not resist him." "Ha! Adi Grenier and charming? If it were Andrew, I would still believe it. But Adi Grenier! He is the one almost everyone is scared of. What charm?
Last Updated : 2023-01-07AGAINST THE FATES Hello Again
Faith glanced down at her watch with a sigh as she drove towards her house. Ross had to leave early thanks to his manager calling him and now she would have to go back to a quiet house. Sigh. There was also the silly hope that Adi would be coming to see her today. Why was she thinking back to the past, she had no idea. It was just two Fridays. But the next moment, her heart thudded. Because right outside her home stood Adi, leaning against his car. Ordering her thundering heart to stay calm, she carefully parked the car and alighted. And when he walked to her, she questioned archly," What brings you here today?" "You." came the pat reply, making her pause in her step. "DO NOT BE AFFECTED, FAITH." She screamed in her mind. "Well then, you wasted your time. Also, next time you want to see me, just call me and we can fix a time and place. Don't just show up at my door. It's too stalker-ish. And I am sorry but I have somewhere to go so I won't be able to invite you in tonight." "Will
Last Updated : 2023-01-09AGAINST THE FATES A Revelation
Faith gently patted him on the back before stepping away. Andrew seemed to realize that he had broken down at her front step and moved away, apologizing quickly," I am so sorry." Clearing her throat, Faith stepped inside," Come on in. Has something happened, Andrew?" As Andrew followed her in, he stopped short, taking in her appearance and the flowers that had been placed on the coffee table. "Have I interrupted something?" "Nope. I'll just go wear some clothes and we can then discuss the reason for your visit." Andrew looked down and steepled his fingers together, muttering to himself. "I don't know the reason myself." Andrew stared at the flowers and grimaced. He had been eager to talk to her like a love-sick puppy ever since he had seen her that night with RK. From curiosity about her connection with RK to jealousy over her closeness with him. Over the years, he had always thought that one day he would go back to woo her. But had never had the courage to overcome his guilt. But
Last Updated : 2023-01-09
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AGAINST THE FATES Kidnapped
Adi walked from the airport's parking towards the lounge with a grim face followed by his assistant and two other people though they maintained a distance from the man. It was clear to all that their boss was in a 'mood'. To add to their woes, the airport seemed to be extra crowded today while the VIP entrance for private planes was closed. To say he was angry would be an understatement. He wanted to cancel everything and spend his time with Faith but instead, he had not even been able to talk to her today, let alone be with her. She had been so busy during the day that he had been tempted to just go and kidnap her. He'd yearned to ask her to come with him on this trip. Maybe he could come clean about the secrets of the past. But now... maybe once he was back, he'd plan a holiday with her instead of a working trip. If she agreed.His thoughts were interrupted by a silhouette that resembled Faith and he stopped to look. But there was no one. However, he had taken only a few steps when
AGAINST THE FATES I Miss You
"I'm missing you." Faith looked down at the dough she was kneading, seemingly unaffected by Adi's voice but the little glow on her face showed the truth. "Adi, you left only a few hours ago. And you are working, how can you even think of missing me?""I always miss you when I am not with you. If I could, I'd turn myself into that pendant you are wearing and always be near you."Guffawing at the gibberish he was speaking with such a serious face, Faith thanked the heavens she was wearing her pods. If anyone would have overheard, she would die of embarrassment!"Adi! That is the dopiest thing I've heard from you!""Fifi. I can be more dopey. I am going to fire my assistant. He should have consulted me before arranging my schedule."Faith placed the dough into the freezer and commented, "Well, I am sure it is not the first time he has arranged your schedule. So you cannot blame him. You can only blame yourself.""So, what time are you flying out tonight?""It's later, around midnight...F
AGAINST THE FATES A Move
Caitlyn Swarovski looked down at the receipt that she had received from the jeweller and hugged it to herself. Andrew Heming had brought a ring? Could it be that he was planning a proposal? She had been his only girlfriend for these last years so it must be her that he was going to propose to, correct? As she would have happily swirled, the doors to the lift opened and a beautiful young woman walked in. quickly placing down the receipt, she smiled elegantly at the woman who had just entered, "Miss Andrea. How are you?"Andrea Heming smiled thinly at the woman and spoke casually," You have to stop addressing me so formally. You are very close to my brother so that makes us very close as well."Caitlyn scoffed in her heart but maintained a gratified smile on her face and said, "You are too kind, Miss Andrea. But even if I am close, as long as we are not family, it wouldn't be right to call you by name. You must be here to see Mr Heming. But he is not in.""Oh I am here to see him but I
AGAINST THE FATES Just Peachy
As Faith raced into the shower to get ready, Adi fell back onto the bed with a groan. It was only half past six and she was already rushing about. Sighing, he stared up at the ceiling while listening to the water run. She was his... finally. But in addition to the joy there was also fear. There were so many things they needed to talk about, secrets that he needed to reveal so that they would be able to build a strong relationship. Sitting up, he rubbed the back of his neck and pushed aside the blankets, grabbing his shorts. He'd worry later. For now, he needed to make her breakfast or else the girl would skip it. A habit that she had since her own school days! Faith showered hurriedly but as she started to dress, she could not help and look at the little marks that Adi had left all over her. In all her imagination, she had never thought that Adi would be such a feisty lover. He was always such a gentleman. But he had almost turned into a beast in the bed. Even her wrists were slig
AGAINST THE FATES Our First Night
Before Faith could even understand the happiness and elation coursing through her, Adi was kissing her... once, twice... making her realize that now that they had known each other, never would be enough. Immersed in the giddiness of having him, Faith kissed him back... fervently and urgently. Her fingers combed through his hair, settling on the nape of his neck... trying to press closer. Adi kissed her as if his life depended on it. He was ecstatic that this time she had not just accepted his kiss or even only begrudgingly kissed him back. She was in this moment as much as he was. He caressed her bare back, running his finger along the length of her spine. She arched into him at the sensation, a slight moan escaping her as their kiss broke and she threw back her head in abandon. Faith felt as if she was melting into him. His scent seemed to surround her as she inhaled sharply. Never before had she felt like this. This urgency to be with anyone, to feel him so fully pressed against he
AGAINST THE FATES A Confession
As Faith struggled to get off Adi's lap as she protested that she wasn't thirsty, Adi was not yet ready to let her go. Instead, he brought his lips close to hers and whispered," I am thirsty. And jealous." Noticing that Ross had not followed them, Adi pulled her away from the crowd towards a small escape door at the back. Once inside, the music from outside was cut off and the slightly bright light showed her flushed face. Blinking up at Adi, Faith could not help but frown," What is wrong with you, Adi?" "I am jealous. So I wanted to steal you away and I did." "Jealous of what?" Faith questioned while crossing her arms in front of her. Her stance told him she was ready to fight if he ended up speaking the wrong thing. So, he delayed using strategy. Instead of answering, he pulled her close and gently wiped her face with a handkerchief, before placing a small peck on her lips. "I am jealous that I cannot dance with you. I am jealous that all those people can get close to you, even
AGAINST THE FATES A Shock
"I never thought you'd one day become a party girl," Adi commented as he drove through the mind-numbing traffic towards the club Faith mentioned. It had surprised him when he saw her all dressed up to leave the house when he arrived there. Surprised and almost burned up the possessiveness that was burning inside him. Andrew had given him quite a shock today. Having lived with seeing her and Andrew together, he had assumed that he would be able to handle any jealousy due to Faith being friendly with other men. However, he now understood. When she had been Andrew, he had loved he but never seen her as being 'his'. And that was not the case now. He had already made his intentions clear and was determined to win her over. And so, as Andrew said, he would have to own this covetousness and proprietorial instinct or Faith would never be his. Looking at the way she was presently dressed, he would have to quickly grasp the green eyes monster because if he really did try to cover up those beau
AGAINST THE FATES A Partner
Rose Kudrow walked into the large building of G & H Inc, with a spring in step. Today, she was going to finalise the contract with Adi Grenier for the supply of the jewels for the Artisan Jewellery Guild Project and the Artian Collectors Edition. If they were able to secure this, her mother would finally understand that Rose was mature enough and maybe then she would stop hovering over her and hand the business to her. Before she could even approach the reception desk, a young man strode forward and spoke," Miss Kudrow. I am Thompson, assistant to the CEO. I am here to take you for the meeting. Please come with me."Rose nodded and followed the man into the elevator. Looking around, she noticed that all the floors had listed the respective departments and right on top it said- CEO Grenier and CEO Heming.Glaring disdainfully at the second name before leaving, Rose followed the assistant directly to the office on the right. As the assistant paused outside the large office, Rose peake
AGAINST THE FATES A Punch in the Face
Whistling a happy tune, Andrew knocked on the door of his friend's office. Though no one had yet arrived at this godforsaken hour, Andrew knew that Adi would already have finished half a day of work. And as the voice from inside growled a grumpy,” Come in.” Andrew knew he was right.Looking up, Adi glanced at Andrew before continuing to work while he questioned,” Why are you knocking?”“Just making sure you were there inside. Adi, these Fridays you have started taking half working days.”Continuing to read his file, Adi hummed in agreement at the statement not elaborating anything more.Andrew continued,” Well, why?”"Why not?" came the standard non-interested reply."Are you seeing someone?" Andrew probed."Since when were you interested in my business, Andrew?""I always have been Adi. It is why we are still friends.""Just tell me what you need, Andrew." Adi finally sighed. Knowing Andrew, the man would simply hem and haw until Adi was driven mad."I'll be taking over the Artisan J
