Lucian left the dining table first without completing his meals, now who is the one starving? He or Anna, she should apparently be rolling her eyes by now.The moment she saw him leaving without having to peak at her or said any words, subconsciously dropped down her spoon, staring at him in the direction but he happened to be on call. '' Was that business calls?'' Anna narrowed her eyes. She allegedly doesn't want to waste her energy dwelling on the thoughts, but then again she has to think of the interview. '' Interview all of a sudden? Gosh, what do I say to them?'' Anna panicked, this news made her completely lose her appetite.After some minutes everyone has almost left the dining table, and she was left with Yula standing by her side. '' Young madam are you okay?'' Yula bent down to her level, Anna felt her breath on her chin.She rested her face on her knuckles lost in their thought, she didn't hear Yula when she spoke, was she that worried? Well yeah, the public wouldn't know
Lucian dawdled for Anna to disappear from his sight, he wonder who was that friend she was going to meet. '' Let's go Zero'' he said to the driver, driving the car back home, as he narrowed his eyes.'' Hey, where are you now. I'm waiting for you at the restaurant'' Cassy texted with a big smirk on her face as her brow curved. '' You are so foolish Anna, you can't imagine the kind of trap you've gotten into'' she grinned, locking the pad of her phone.'' Taxi. Please where is Stardust restaurant?'' Anna asked. '' It's 2km away from here'' '' Please take me there I will pay the bill'' Anna hopped in.#Starducks Restaurant.Anna reached the restaurant in no time, her heart began to race when the day was getting dark, and it was gradually becoming cold. She didn't know it was this far, but why would Cassy choose a place this far? What happened to the restaurants nearby? She said she resides in blue heart city right?She gazes at the bistro's name, it looks more like a penthouse building
Anna waited for Lucian at the bus stop for about 30mins, her teeth were shaking from cold, and her hands stiffened, if he doesn't come sooner she would die of cold. There was nowhere to sit, she stood firmly in her shaking legs, waiting for Lucian.A flashlight of a Vauxhall car ridding and halting in front of her, the light shone on her face blinding her temporarily, he saw her, legs wobbling, eyes shutting close, and body a bit frozen. '' Anna!'' Lucian hurried out of the car, he ran to the pale face in front of him. '' What are you doing Anna, do you want to fall sick?? It's our wedding tomorrow!'' he breathes out cold air from his nostrils. He pulled Anna into his arms as he ushered her into the vauxhall car. He helped her get into the back seat, he took off his suit and rest it on her shoulder, covering her up from the cold. He felt her body vibrating, and he was in tremor. '' Drive faster Zero'' he commanded.Something was pushing him to touch her vibrating hands, maybe, just
Anna woke up after a few hours of sleep, she had barely shut her eyes, getting nervous about the wedding, she doesn't know how she should feel, happy? Or anxious? Well, happy. Being married to a billionaire should be something to be happy about, but she doesn't care about his money anyway, she did all this for her father.Anna checked the time it was 7 am, and the hairs on her skin stood firm as she checked today's date. '' Oh heaven, it's the 26th of August!'' her legs went cold all of a sudden.As if the noise from downstairs wasn't enough, the door of her room flung open, which startled her a bit. '' Here is the latest bride!'' Kyle screamed as Nora fold out from behind her. '' Oh, my!!!! My sister is getting married'' Nora jumped on her, she didn't expect the height and weight of the jump, and they both landed on the bed abruptly, scattering their hair all over their faces.Anna laughed out, that free laughter she has always let out whenever she was comfortable around someone, an
Anna and Lucian returned home after the wedding, she was so exhausted from the stress and needed to take a long nap, but the noise in the hall wouldn't let the drum in her head stop playing, she was being an excruciating head. Getting married wasn't really easy stuff to deal with, it takes a lot from you. It drains your energy. They both didn't speak to each other after the wedding, and Anna has been thinking a lot about the KISS, touching her lips put her in an awe situation, it blasted her with shock, he kissed her!She wanted to have eye contact with him but he seemed to be pretty troubled, he wasn't looking at her, nor was he saying anything to her. As a newly wedded couple, but should be trying to get along already. Anna swallowed mind crept to the gift Yula and Nora but for her, the pictures in her head of her wearing Lucian such clothes for Lucian, make her skin creepy, it's not something to even think about, she is damn fucking shy.Anna couldn't wait for any more time she ju
Anna couldn't think of anything to ask, instead of saying things that ain't useful, it would be best she kept silent as well, because he doesn't seem to be in the mood, she thought.Yero was the one who drove the car today, he was quite a fast driver than Zero, they reached the company in less than an hour despite the distance. As usual Lucian help Anna out of the car which made her heart beat faster, and she kept starting at his amber eyes, but he tightened his lips and stiffened himself, to put a stop to the same feeling roaming within him again.Two guards standing at the entrance bowed their head at him, as he walked inside with Anna by his left side. '' Good morning Mr Lucian, congrats on your wedding.'' Michael shook hands with him, while a broad laughter was at the tip of Anna's lips.As an influencer man he was always given an exclusive seat. They discussed about the meeting, and the position he would still be getting after he was officially part of the boarder of directors,
Lucian left the room to let Anna get dressed, after she charged out of the bathroom she still had the white robe around her body, and the hair on her legs were slippery and moisturized. Anna was prepared for a knock at her door, after she had decided to bath by herself today without Yula's help. It was not a big deal since she was from a middle class family, they were always bathing by themselves, things has to change because she has a billionaire as her husband, and she mustn't do anything by herself, that is why she has a personal maid.'' Come in Yula'' her voice echoed in the large furnitured room, everything soaked in pink colours, although she would have preferred blue. Blue was her favourite. The blanket was a pink one, the paintings in the room matches the color of the bed and the blanket, it was more like a girlish room. Even though Lucian hated it, he did it for her. '' How would you know that was me knocking?'' Yula was surprised, she was in her normal maid uniform and
Lucian gulped closing his mouth immediately, he twisted his neck in the collar, as he summoned the courage to take up her hands, without making his heartbeat on its stance.The hall was a bit noisy everyone was whispering to one another about how beautiful she is. He sauntered in his calculated steps, the brightness of the enormous light at the centre of the hall was reflecting on his shoe.Anna slide her fragile fingers into his thick soft and full hands, his hand swallowed the whole of Anna's finger, and his height was intimidating to hers, though it was a perfect match for beautiful couples like them. People say it would be better if she is not too tall and the guy usually should be tall and handsome.Lucian was a spec, even beyond their imagination. He was a complete full man with 6 abs, and a strong jawline, a man with a high level of testosterone hormones. He was a spec... Her man...Anna focused on Lucian as he slowly pulled her from the stairs, he placed a hand on her hip whi
The morning came as a blur. Anna left Nora's house as early as possible, returning back home to get a change of clothes and then get back to the twin building for her training immediately, after she had received another calls from her friend, James.It hadn't been more than five minutes since she read James' text messages. He had given her the good news about her approval of being a participant in the contest.Being over whining that she got confused about what to wear, shattering her wardrobe like a mother hen digging the soil for worms.It would be nice if she go with Nora today, and by the way, she would get the chance to share the good news with her, Anna thought. Picking her phone off of the bed, "Hey, bitch. Do you mind accompanying me to my music class today? " she asked, waiting for Nora's reply. Anna could hear how she was trying to stutter out a reply to her."Uhm- do you mind if I come pick you up? You know I have exams to write. I need to read hard." she said. Though she w
Nora opened the door and went straight back into her room without saying a word to Anna. This is it.She has offended the gods, she needs to please the gods to forgive her. Anna knew she isn't quick to anger, but when she gets angry it meant a lot. It meant you should control the way you react or use your words in action. Nora is the last person who could get angry in this world.Taking her shoe off beside the door before reaching Nora's room. The house was empty as though no one was around except her. That reminds me, Nora has only one parent and sadly she's the only child. Anna was the sister and best friend she never had. " Hey, bitch. You never ring me or ping me with a text." Anna grumbled as she dropped off her bag on the table some inches away from the bed." I miss you bitch, don't give me that face please," She hopped into the bed. Dragging the pillow away from Nora, she had been hugging it like a teddy bear. " I bought you, your favourite snack. I'm sorry I spoke to you t
It was not just the people who changed, the building too. The infrastructure was different from the one Anna used to know. Including the paint. It was painted blue before but now it was a little touch of white and blue. Sparkling.When Anna stepped into his office, her mouth dropped open as she gulped down roughly. Everything. Has. Fucking. Change.'' God, is this your office?" hands rubbing on the latest glass table contemporary. The fragrance in the office was brain refreshing as well.He smiled, '' Please do have your seat." the only thing that didn't change was his voice. Calm and soft, it was soothing." Thank you," Anna observed around the office while he prepared the documents she would need to get register." I'm really happy you are back," he smiled as he grabbed a pen from the table in front of him. '' Here, read through thoroughly. And sign. Then that would be all." he said.'' Sure.'' She grabbed the pen from his hands, taking her attention back to the documents in her han
Hopping out of the cab, she walked boldly towards the twin building. Her head tilted to a corner looking up at the building as tears pricked her eyes..this was her dream - her life. To always be here was her dream, but standing in front of this building didn’t give her the much satisfaction or peace of mind she had expected. Something was missing.Him. It was as though she couldn't feel herself anymore, that kind of joy that was meant to fill up her mind, jezz it was not even there. Why isn’t she happy like she ought to be? She’s already in the place where she would fulfil her goals and have what she has always craved to also she has all the freedom she wants now, but no. This is not her. The kisses and hugs from her friends didn’t make her feel any better. But she has to, no matter what she has to make herself happy and accomplish her dreams. “ Good to have you back here, girl!” she heard a familiar female voice behind her, as she was lost in some thoughts she couldn’t filter.
Anna snapped at Nora, hopping into the car first leaving Nora to stand outside, doesn't care if she gets in or not, or she should rather go on and let Lucian give her a ride, that won't seem like a bother to her.'' Jezz! Are you planning to leave me alone here?!'' Nora yelled, with the two heavy bags in her hands. '' You have a choice, get in the cab or you continue to stand there, better still let Lucian give you a ride'' Anna rolled her eyes, as she moved to the extreme of the car, creating space for Nora to get in.Lucian was standing adjacent to Nora, he was still so mad at himself, looks like he deserves this and the shine in his eyes are dull. '' Go on Nora, dont worry about me'' he waved his hands at her and forcing out a smile, Nora blinked and smiled a little before she got into the cab.'' Driver let's go please'' Kyle said from the front seat.As the driver began to ride on, Anna's heart began to race against her chest, she felt her skin squirming and her heart squeezing,
The air felt so fresh and calm, only when Anna take a glance at Lucian, then it suddenly becomes odd to her, only her.Kyle expected her to rest more on the bed, as Anna attempted to step out. '' You just regained consciousness Anna, dont take off the drip yet'' Kyle pulled her across her shoulder, in the corner of her eyes she still focused on Lucian.'' Mom, I'm so hungry'' Anna's stomach groaned in pain as it reflected in her eyes. '' You can only take fruits dear, the doctor said that's the only thing you can take now that you just woke up'' Kyle drew near the basket of fruit on the table beside Anna.'' Eat them, it would improve your health'' Kyle began to peel some of them for her.While Anna eat up, Nora sighted Lucian standing some distance away and staring at Anna for so long, but she wasn't paying any attention to him. '' Hey Lucian, you should be happy now, Anna is awake'' Nora swung his arms as she held him.'' Yes, I'm happy about that. Do you think she remembers me?
His guards grimaced beneath their tight lips, on seeing the sudden change in Lucian's mood and attitude, his cheekbone tightened across his jawline, and the sweet smile on his lips instantly disappeared. '' Is there any problem boss?'' A guard asked taking off his dark shade, as he reverted his neck towards the back seat.'' They caught the culprit'' he grumbled in his baritone voice as if he has food stuffed up in his mouth.'' Huh? You mean, your mom Alisa??'' he lifted his brow asking Lucian questions as if he was interrogating him, perhaps he has gotten used to the mood a few minutes ago when Lucian glowed at them for the first time.'' Are you crazy? Don't you ever call her that way again to me!'' He exclaimed and the guard jerked in disastrous anxiety, as he rotated his head to focus back on the road. The one in charge of the sterling wheel drove speedily to the location Hero had portrayed.In less than thirty minutes due to the outstanding speed, they reached the direction with
The nurses had Anna on a fresh drip as they detached the awry ones from her body. A few minutes later Mr Callum stepped out of the ward and Lucian rose immediately after he heard the creaking sound of the doctor. '' Doctor how is she?'' He asked in hustle. '' Uhm just give the patient some time, I surmise she would be fine. The operation was successful" he glowed at Lucian and he returned that same pleasant smile. '' Thank You, Doctor, I owe you a lot'' Lucian was a bit joyful for the first time.'' Nah you don't, I was just doing my job, I will leave now. Please take care of her after she wakes up, she looks very delicate. And it was a miracle that her brain wasn't affected at all, usually in this case the patient has brain damage or loss of memory. But I'm lucky your wife's was different, congratulation Lucian Freud'' he shook hands with Lucian, and walked out. '' Nurse can I see her now?'' Lucian stopped a lady who was carrying Anna's file. '' No please, give her some time. U
Supplementary doctors joined Dr Callum for the operation and a few nurses to submit the description of the patient, they have enlisted. It was crucial to know her allergies and test if her brain was damaged or not. If the brain was affected only God knows when she would wake up, except a miracle was done. As is it, operations have not been carried out on the brain.After the operation and it was confirmed nothing has affected the brain, then it would be much easier to get Anna treated and help her out of this coma state.'' Nurse, help me get the patient files, please. I need to know everything, is she short on blood? Tell me her allergies also, please do that quickly'' Dr Callum requested.'' And you doctor Mark, please change the ventilator. She needs new air to breathe in as we are about to carry on with the operation'' Dr Callum ordered.'' Nurse, get me the scissor and a new vet wrap. Get everything prepared immediately'' he ordered the nurses around as the operation was about t