Chapter 4

    She turned back to look at whoever intruded them and saw me standing. She felt shocked because she didn't expect to see me but made no move to stop what she was doing.

    She was in the room with a man, smoking and puffing weed. It's a different story if there were just smoking but she was smoking the weed and passed it into the guy's mouth by kissing him.

    She was on top of the guy and he was lying flat on the bed. I couldn't withstand the sight anymore and left the house.

    I got into my car and kept banging the steering wheel like it was the cause of my frustration. I drove out of the compound straight to my parent's house.

    They were shocked to see me when I entered looking all weak and broken. My mum was the first to rush up to me and I just couldn't hold it in anymore and burst into tears in her arms.

    She didn't say anything but kept patting my head and my back. We stood there for like 2 minutes and when I was done, she walked me to the chair and we sat down.

    My dad, even without knowing what happened, was looking so angry. After minutes of silence, my mum asked me

    "What's wrong son?" 

    "Isn't it obvious? I'm very sure it's that good for nothing girl" He said seething

    My mom looked at me to confirm if what my dad said was true. I nod in head in affirmation and explained everything to them without leaving any details out.

    By the time I ended my story, my dad was already boiling. He picked up his phone and started dialling every possible hitman, agency, etc to find Daisy and bring her to him but I told him it was not necessary because if I see her one more time, I'd be jailed for murder.

    My dad sat down back and kept seething. "See what your stubbornness has caused you. You think I don't like her because she's from a middle-class family and now see what she did to you"

    "Dad, they are not middle-class people. They are also rich." I defended

    "It's like you haven't been through enough already for you to still side with her family. I knew she was up to no good" My dad retorted 

    "We want the best for you Carter, that's why we didn't want you with her. Your father already did a background check on her, even though she's from a good family, the girl herself is nothing to write home about. I'm so sorry you had to go through this baby." My mom explained.

    "I'd make sure she regrets ever messing with my son. Cancel every project we're doing together and don't associate with them anymore." My dad gave his final word

PRESENT TIME

    After that day, I could not seem to forget what I witnessed and what she did to me. It felt as if the whole scene kept happening every day because it remained fresh in my memory but then I had to fight it and forget about it.

    Seeing her today opened all my wounds and I started aching and hurting all over. I dare not tell my parents what just happened today because they'd be so disappointed.

    How could I still be so stupid to go and see her family?? Even after my parents warned me to stay away from her and her family. My dad must not know about this, I thought.

    I remembered tomorrow is another business day so I made up my mind and went to bed.

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    AVINA'S POV

 After ringing for the umpteenth time, I slammed my palm on the alarm and stood up. Why does today have to be Monday??? 

    Now I'd have to deal with that girl. Immediately after her call yesterday, I was taken aback. I never expected her to mention something like that in the middle of our discussion. What urged her to say that?? So to cool off the steam and since I was locked up all day yesterday, I headed to the basketball court, three blocks away from my house.

    I played till around evening and returned home. After showering, I slept off immediately.

    Today is another day to settle scores with that girl. I marched off into the bathroom and took my bath. Seeing how cool the weather is, I picked out a pair of denim trousers and a jacket, a white singlet and white knee-high boots. I looked at my outfit and I was satisfied.

    I ransacked through my bag collections and picked a blue Louis Vuitton bag to match. I picked up my car key, locked my room and went downstairs.

    I met my sis eating at the dining table and I couldn't see my dad and step mum anywhere.

    "Where's dad and your mum?" I asked her

    "My mum??" She scoffed

    "Is she not your mother too?" she asked

    "I'm not in for all this talk right now. I thought I asked a question?" I answered back 

    "You sure are a rude spoilt brat. Dad said they had somewhere important to go." She replied

    "Look who's calling who a spoilt brat." 

    With that last assertion, I walked out of the room. I got to the garage, entered my car and drove out of the compound.

    I got to the office a few minutes later and parked my car. I breathed in and out after alighting because there was a case to settle the moment I enter.

    "Good morning ma'am" Greetings came from every corner of the office

    I smiled back in response and walked to the elevator. I entered it and pressed the last floor button. Ding!! It sounded when it got to the last floor.

    "You can do this Vina" I reassured myself as I stepped out of the elevator. I walked down to my office which was located at the far end of the hallway

    I opened the door and saw Kate busy packaging and sorting out the clothes. She didn't notice my presence because her back was turned to the door.

    I tiptoed slowly to my seat but my cover got blown before I could seat.

    "Good morning" Kate greeted

    "Ohh my Goodness, you startled me." I placed my hands on my chest while glaring at her 

    "Oops, sorry." she apologised laughing

    I rolled my eyes at her then sat down.

"Why are you the one packing the clothes?? What happened to the people that are meant to do that?" I inquired

    "The clothes were much and we don't have anything to do today so I offered to help." She explained

    "Alright. I did not see the secretary on seat on my way in, is everything fine??" I asked again

    "Not really. I was at home when she called me saying she's sick." She answered

    "Ohhh. I'd call her later. After you're done packing, inform those meant to deliver the clothes to do so quickly." I told her

    "Alright."

    She then stepped out of the office. I opened my laptop to check if there was any work I'm yet to complete but there was no pending work.

    I was about to call the secretary's desk when I remembered Kate told me she is absent. I picked up my bag and was stepping out for lunch when Kate returned.

    "Where are you headed?" She asked

    "To the cafeteria down the road." I said

    "Let me pack up. I'm also famished." 

    She packed up her things and we both stepped out together.

    We got to the restaurant and ate in silence and I was thankful she didn't talk about the matter. 

    After eating, I told her I'm going to stop by the boutique and she opted to follow me. She paid the bills and we left.

    While in the car, Kate cleared her throat. I prayed so fervently in my mind for her not to bring up the topic but who was I kidding?

    "Hey Vina, I'm so sorry I spoke out of context yesterday." She apologised

    I smiled at her so I won't have to say anything.

    "I was just so pissed off that you think he doesn't deserve a second chance. I mean everyone makes mistakes." She continued

    "And for me to bring his issue in like that was inappropriate but you also know he........" I cut her short with my hand raised up

    "That's enough Kate. Learn when to keep quiet and let go of things. It's fine. I've heard all you have to say and the ones you are not able to say too." I said 

    "But........."The look I gave her made her zip her mouth shut.

    A few minutes later we got to the boutique. I parked my car and we walked inside after exchanging pleasantries with the workers and customers at the counter.

    I was checking around to see what needs to be stocked in the boutique when I bumped into someone. I brushed my hair backwards and apologised.

    "I'm so sorry." I said looking up to see the person

    My mouth formed an "oh". I wanted to smile and greet him but his face seems to be sending a different message

"You again?" he said pointing at me