~ Andrea ~ I knocked before I entering the room and met Derrik sitting with his back facing the door. “What did my father talk to you about?” “Oh, you saw that?” “Yes I did. What did he speak to you about?” He stood up when he asked that question. “He offered me money to leave you.” “Did you accept it? I bet you did.” These people always jump into judging people without getting to know them. It's in their blood. “You don't always have to judge people without knowing them. For your information, I didn't accept the money. I know why I am here and just because it's a huge amount doesn't mean I'll throw myself at it.” He sighed before he went back to the previous position I met him. “We have to share this room to avoid raising suspicions.” “I understand that.” I moved toward the bed. “Andrea,” I turned to face him when he called me. “You will start working as the manager in the company as from tomorrow.” I was shocked. From an Assistant to a manager. I wanted the posi
~ Andrea ~ I've had less problems with Rosie ever since we had an argument after the whole announcement. ************ It was almost seven and I was still in the office. I had to make preparations for my dinner with Brian. I didn't want to go to Derrik's house before I went to meet Brian, so I went straight to the restaurant. I didn't think it was important to tell Derrik about meeting with Brian. I arrived at the restaurant before seven but Brian was already there. “Thank you for coming, Andrea.” Brian pulled out a chair for me as he said that. He was such a gentleman. Nothing like Derrik. We had some food in the restaurant and started getting to know each other. To my surprise, I find myself getting closer to this man in front of me. “So tell me Andrea, I saw you in the news with Mr. King,” Aah, there he goes. “Are you really his fiancée?” I can't tell him the truth. I didn't even tell my family to talk more of a stranger I was just getting to know. “Yes, I am
He forcibly kissed me till I felt like I was out of breath. I bit his lips very hard and tasted blood in my mouth. He stopped the kiss and wiped away the blood with the back of his palm. Just then he looked at me with a devilish look and started undressing. “Please stop. I didn't mean to slap you. Don't do this please.”It was like he was in another world and did not hear what I said. He gave me a kiss on my neck and I felt chills rain down my spine. I was soaked down there. “Stop trying to stop me Andrea. You clearly like this.” He said hoarsely. I felt something hard press my stomach and I knew what that was. He rubbed his hand on my thighs slowly until it got to my panty area. I felt him shift my panty and insert a finger inside me. “St-stop please.” The pleasure was too much. “You are all soaked Andrea. Just lie down and leave the rest to me.”He inserted another finger and it felt extra good that I cried out in pleasure. “Oh..goodness.”“You like what I'm doing to your
* Andrea *I was still sleeping when I heard someone moaning. Who could that be at this time of the night? I woke up only to see Derrik was not in bed and the washroom was empty as well. I did not want to rush into conclusion so I waited to confirm my doubts. Moments later, I failed to hear the noise from that room and assumed whoever they were, had finished their business. I pretended to be asleep when I heard the sound of the door opening. That confirmed it all. Derrik went out to find another woman even after all we had.I was disappointed but did not have any strength to confront him. I can't believe I ended up with a man as shameless as him. I felt the otherside of the bed dip and that was when I knew he was on the bed with me. I felt disgusted. He just made out with another woman and still had the guts to come here. I forced my eyelid shut and waited for the morning sun to come up as I went to sleep. ********I woke up in a not so good mood. I decided not to go to the of
~ Brian ~I was in a way getting attracted to Andrea. Even when I knew she was the same Andrea Derrik spoke about. I also do remember it is just a contract she signed. Which means, I can like her if I want to. When she said she didn't want to see me ever again, I was sad, more like I was heartbroken. Surprisingly, I was in the middle of working that night when I saw her call. We had exchanged contacts the day we went to the restaurant right before she got to know my real identity. “Brian, please come to Derrik's house.” That was the first thing she said when I answered the call. She sounded weak and I was scared something might have happened to her. I drove out of the house to know what the problem was. All through the ride, I couldn't help myself. My heart kept thrashing against my chest, wanting to break free. I rushed up the stairs right after parking the car and saw her on the floor. She was burning up and needed to be at the hospital. I took her in my arms and rushed dow
* Andrea *“I brought you food.” Brian said, smiling widely. I was not really in need of food at the moment. I had something else in mind and that is to meet my family. I sighed, “Brian,” “Hmm..” He hummed in reply, setting the food on a table nearby. “I want to see my family Brian.” I asked, my voice breaking as emotions whirled through me. “Where are they?” Brian asked with concern. “In this same hospital.” I replied. I was expecting him to protest against me seeing them because I was not feeling too good but he did otherwise. “I will lead you to them okay.”I was happy to have someone like Brian around me when it looks like the whole world is against me. With slow steps, we got to my mom's room. Brian helped me inside the room all this while supporting me with his hand. “Andrea,”Mom called with sadness in her voice when she saw me. “What happened baby?” I was happy she was worried about my welfare even after sending me away the other day. “It's nothing mom, just had
~ Andrea ~ That dream brought back memories. Hopefully, I will get back to my family soon. Derrik is a difficult person to be with. To think that he is talking about this wedding thing again. So today is the day. The day for the ‘fake wedding’. Derrik wanted it to be on the news since he is a public figure. Before he left to make his preparations, he warned me to get things done perfectly as he doesn't want the press getting something bad to talk about. “How does this look ma'am?” The make-up artist asks, breaking through my thoughts. Gosh! I looked even more beautiful than I did when I applied make-up myself. She is a make-up artist for a reason. Though it was a wedding everybody was going to know about, we still decided to make it simple. Head straight to the marriage registry bureau and sign the marriage agreement. You may ask about this wedding dress I am putting on. Well, it's just to convince the public and take pictures to make news. It's sad I couldn't have my
Andrea“Andrea, I don't do this all the time but pay attention.” Mr. Josh, my father-in-law stated. I gave a quick nod. Maybe if I answered without hesitation, he would spare my life. “I see the way you are scared around me and I don't want it to be like that. I admit I thought you were here for money or a share in our properties but these past few days, I noticed how hard you worked.”This was a good conversation. He is actually saying something good about me for the very first time. “I want to apologize for how I misjudged you. I just concluded you were with bad intentions even without getting closer to you.”He dropped his wine glass and held my hand. A move that shocked me the most. “From today, consider me as your father and whatever you need, just let me know. I will be glad to assist you.” This was touching. I tried so hard to stop the tears that were threatening to fall but it wasn't possible. “Thank you Mr– I mean dad. This means a lot to me. Thank you.”Just then, he dr
~ Andrea ~“Sir, a comment about the product is going viral.” Carl met Derrik and I and relayed this information to Derrik while showing him the said comment the moment we got to the office. I took out my phone and checked only to find out it was the same comment I had addressed but something was different this time. It had other negative comments backing it. “I am afraid we have to make a move now before the product and company goes down in ruin.” I said, my eyes fixed on my phone. Derrik and I were so caught up in Romance that we had forgotten all about the comment thinking it wouldn't cause any other problem since I had given a direct response but guessed we were wrong. Derrik, Carl and myself walked silently into the Derrik's office. All this while, the other workers were looking at us with worried expressions. They might have seen the review making waves as well. Derrik began typing on his laptop the moment he settled down in his office. I heard my phone chimed right there. H
~ Andrea ~We decided to have some time together before we went back to the office. Marilyn was gone by this time. She only comes here when Derrik calls for her service and leaves afterwards. I found out she was a student struggling to pay for her grandma's hospital bills. I took her number without Derrik’s consent and promised to lend a hand. She was so happy and I was glad I could cheer her up. “So what do you say we do?” Derrik asked. “I have no idea what we should do.” I answered, focusing on my phone. He snatched the phone from me and placed it on a table out of my reach. “Hey, my phone!” I exclaimed. “We are spending time together, Andrea. Don't focus too much on your phone.” Is he serious right now? “We have to get back to work.” I stated. “Not without having a taste of you.”Oh, I see what it is now. If somebody had told me that Derrik was a hopeless romantic, I'd never believe it. But now, I am witnessing every single thing. “What do you say Milady?” He said in a fun
~ Andrea ~It's been a month now since the launch of the product and so far we have gotten lots of good reviews. This was putting the company in a good light and everybody was excited. Derrik had loosen off on the workers too and was getting closer to them now. We have been able to sell about a hundred to thousand pieces of the King's glow this month and still hoping to sell more in the subsequent months. The reviews on the product so far have been nothing but good. I realized I was getting closer to Derrik by each passing day and I was scared knowing this would soon end. I was going through the comments on our social media platform when I came across a particular one. “Don't buy King's glow! It damaged my skin and caused severe acne. I am still finding a way to treat this acne. I got a heads-up from someone in the company that the product contains toxic chemicals that are banned here in America.” My heart sank as I read this out loud. This is something that needs to be addressed
~ Derrik ~Dad called as we were heading back to the office. “Derrik, you need to come home early today. We will be having dinner with Andrea's family.” “Okay dad.” Somehow, I was okay with them coming. It felt like having a complete family once again. After that woman who calls herself my mother left us for a rich man, I was broken. I thought it was my fate to end up in a broken home so I embraced it wholeheartedly. Then Brian came into my life as a brother and a friend but there were times I wanted a mother. Mrs. Laura was like a mother figure to me now and she is in my life because of Andrea. All this while, I had my eyes closed until I felt a warm hand touch me. “We are here Derrik.” Andrea told me as the car came to a stop. I looked outside to see a group of reporters around. I forgot they will want to be granted an interview after the product's release. “Rick, get the boys to come over to the office building. I need the reporters out of here.” I called Rick immediately and
~ Andrea ~I stared at myself in the mirror after Rosie left. I wasn't afraid of those threats. I will make sure to stand up for myself if she tries anything. Mom's call came through while I was still in thought. “Hello mom.” I said, trying to sound as natural as possible. I didn't want her to get worried but mothers will always be mothers. “Are you alright baby?” That was the next question she asked. “Yes mom. I am perfectly fine. Why are you calling by this time? This is so surprising.” I tried changing the topic and it worked. “Oh right! Your father-in-law called for dinner this evening and said he needed to discuss something important with us.” “Something important? What could that be?” I questioned. “I don't know baby but I just wanted to let you know. I don't know if he has informed Derrik so maybe you should.”“Alright mom. I will.”“Take care of yourself baby.” The call ended after that. What is this something Mr. Johan wants to discuss? Did he find out the contract som
~ Derrik ~These past few days have been awesome with Andrea by my side. I could tell I was slowly falling for her but the problem was how to tell her. We made love a couple of times and that brought us even closer. I just felt it wise to have a team dinner making that a first. Every single person on the table was excited. I had the whole place booked for that. I didn't feel like eating anything in here so I continued to stare at them until Rosie asked if I wasn't going to eat. She was acting weird, maybe trying to be a seductress but it just grossed me out. Andrea excused herself and I saw her talking to a waitress before heading to a direction, the restroom specifically. I knew every corner in this restaurant although I hardly ever come here. I saw Rosie go in the same direction afterwards and needed no soothsayer to tell me she was going to look for trouble. She came back after a while all smiley. I looked behind her to see if Andrea was coming but she wasn't. Rosie settled in t
~ Andrea ~ Thursday “Lisa, why would you call early this morning?” I asked the moment I answered the call. It was six in the morning. A new day for greatness. “I just wanted to congratulate you and my brother in law for your success.” Oh shoot! “Really? And you couldn't call any other time except now?” This girl ruined my sleep. Now I have to get to work. Derrik was still asleep but woke up when I shouted. “Yes, this is the only time I can call you, duhh. Wake up and get to work lazy bones!” “You–” Beep, beep. She ended the call before I could say anything else. If I get to Lisa, she wouldn't like what I will do to her. “Who was that?” Derrik stifled a yawn as he asked. “Lisa. She chose this time to call out of all the other times she could have called and now I can't sleep.” “Let's take a shower together.” He suggested getting out of bed. “Okay.” He lifted me from the bed again. “What are you doing?!” I whispered. “Taking you there myself.” I wa
~ Andrea ~I stepped out of the car and was welcomed by the cold breeze. “Can't believe we are finally home! I am so tired.” I exclaimed and rushed into the room. I settled on the couch almost immediately. “You need to get off that dress Andrea.” “Oh please don't go there Derrik. I am tired and don't even think I will be able to climb up the stairs to the room.”“How about I help you do that little missy?” He came forward and lifted me from the couch. “Argh! Let me down! Let me down, Derrik!” I kept screaming until he got to the room and placed me on the bed gently. “Are you going to change or should I help you do that?”“You are not serious are you?” I raised my brow and tilted my head as I asked the question. “You want to watch me try?” He moved forward and took hold of my clothes. “Stop it! Stop!” I screamed again. I will lose my voice at this rate. I was breathing heavily by the time he let go of my dress. “I will change.” I said taking deep breaths in between every word.
~ Andrea ~That was great Andrea.” Carl who was doubting was the first to talk. “The only thing we can do now is to wait for the launch and how well it does.” Derrik added. We took a short break afterwards. I decided to use this opportunity to get something to eat. “Should we get something to eat Andrea?” Derrik asked, dragging me into his office. He had me caged, his hand blocking my only way of escape. “I was thinking the same. I will get food from a restaurant nearby.” I had planned to escape at this moment but he had other plans. “Not too fast. I had someone bring food and should be on the way already. Before then, how about something else?” This guy was becoming too much. His attitude sometimes shocks me. He was worried before and now he is all over me. He leaned forward and kissed my lips lightly. We were both lost in the moment and didn't hear anybody knocking. It was only until the person had come inside that we came into our senses. “I am so sorry.” Carl apologized imm