Chapter SeventeenEmily It was quiet at the house, and the only sound that was heard was the soft rustling of trees outside the garden and the occasional noise from Mason Luggages as the guards helped him bring them in.I stood in the sitting room looking down at my phone scrolling aimlessly through messages, trying to see if I had new messages from my uncle about the tomorrow schedule but I found nothing at all.I didn’t move, I just kept staring at the phone until I heard the soft click of the front door opening. “I appreciate your kindness ma'am thank you so much,” I heard Mason say just right behind me, his voice filled with gratitude. “ I don’t know where I would go without calling Emily for help.”I turned smiling slightly and my mother who always had a habit of helping people even strangers when she could. Especially when it had to do with Mason, the man who saved my life, it was from her I learned how to be a quiet benefactor in the background doing good without expecting
Chapter EighteenMasonThis room was unlike any I had ever seen.It was spacious and richly furnished, and the bed was gigantic. Without touching it I could tell it was plush.The headboard is a sleek modern design made of oak and velvet. The walls were painted a soft shade of blue, the kind that felt calm and placid, but still offered some sort of warmth to the room.The lighting of the room was gentle, with a chandelier hanging from the ceiling casting different light over the room. A humidifier was on the TV shelf, as I walked around the room, the carpet felt plush underneath my tweets, and the furniture was arranged in a way that made the room feel like a hotel.It was like a room out of a movie… perfect. Too perfect.I paced around the room, still dumbfounded and unable to do anything because I was busy admiring how beautiful the room looked.I was still trying to process how I had ended up in a room like this.Just an hour ago, my house owner had thrown my luggage into the st
Chapter NineteenEmily His lips were soft and tasted like apples and lemon.I still couldn't believe I kissed Mason, it felt like a dream and I would never have done it if his ex hadn't walked right in front of us trying to humiliate him.Of course, my heart was so moved that I couldn't watch her carry on with her stupidity.Mason might not be financially buoyant but he was a good man and she should be lucky to have dated him.But judging from the funny makeup on her face I could tell she was one of those gold diggers that was after nothing but material things not true love.My mind drifted back to when I leaned close to melt my lips on his and the electric feelings that traveled through my spine. This wasn't my first kiss but it felt different, the feeling that came with it was unexplainable. It can be compared to that of flying in the sky with a wing at my back, it was like I was on cloud nine. It was unbelievable. His mouth was moist and his tongue was long as well, I liked the wa
Chapter TwentyMasonI stepped out of the club, my hands shoved deep into my pockets as the cold wind brushed against my skin making me have instant goosebumps.I watched solemnly as the drunken crowd staggered out, wasted and worn out.“Hey, be careful,” I yelled out after A girl with a skimpy red dress bumped into me hard as she passed, “Sorry, handsome !” she said giggling like I was the funniest thing she had ever seen. She looked not older the twenty-three yet she oozed rum and whiskey, and it irked me deeply, why would a young girl at this age come to the club unsupervised, I still managed to force a smile, it was none of my business yet I was still angry that I had to be here all alone watching some group of drunk girls and boys display their stupidity.Or maybe I was just angry I wasn't having fun like they were, as if this scene wasn't enough two drunk couples stumbled out kissing each other with each step they took and this reminded me of my failed love story.My ex, Madi
Chapter twenty one EmilyTonight this sky was dark blue and the stars twinkled.I sit at the dinner table, and the light from the candle casts a warm glow on me.I was outside my garden but the air still felt thick with anticipation and love or maybe I was wrong. It was thick with something sensual and steamy.I stared at Mason who sat across from me, his neatly ironed dark suit and tie stood out in the dark and my silver dress glimmered in the dark like the stars in the sky.The dress hugged my body so tight accentuating my slim waist and hips and the fabric felt so smooth against my body.It was the kind of dress one would wear to an occasion like this, an occasion that calls for celebration and happiness.A celebration of love.Mason stared at me intensely, his smile soft yet his eyes lingered on me with a look of admiration and lust.It was the kind of gaze you received before receiving a passionate kiss on the lips, or the kind where the love of your life is thrusting his cock i
Chapter twenty-twoMasonWe sat in the car not saying any more words to one another.I glanced sideways to stare at Emily, she sat beside me, her expression cold and expressionless. Her hands are placed firmly on her thigh as she grips her phone like it is her lifeline. I could tell she was nervous about today’s meeting and stunned at my words, anyone would be, it wasn't every day these things happened.Hanging out with your employee to a club then kissing him, then kissing you back. It was crazy.And I wanted to lean in to kiss her again but I still valued my job and my head.Finally, we approached the grand building of White Nova Robotics. A legacy her father left for her to continue. As the car drove into the garage and parked, Emily exhaled sharply but still didn't speak to me.As we stepped out of the limousine the fresh morning air brushed against us. And Kim, the flirty HR Manager was waiting for us at the entrance. She was dressed in a dashing and tight corporate gown that hug
Chapter Twenty-threeEmilyThe buzz from the conference room still lingered in my ears, and their words still replayed in my head as I made my way back to the office.The meeting was short yet draining, full of power-hungry people and tension, but in the end, I was happy it ended on a happy note.Mason standing up for me was something that drove me to take charge and be that fierce girl I've always built myself to be. I swallowed hard as I pushed the door open to my office, Mason followed closely behind me, shutting the door softly, and the sound of its locking felt almost intentional. I looked up at him briefly as he stood in front of me.“Thank you, Mason,” I said, staring up at him, breaking the cold silence between us. “ for standing up for me back there when no one did. It wasn't easy and I know I've got a lot of work to do to prove myself to them that I would make a great—”“You don't need to thank me, Emily,” Mason began his voice low but serious. “ You deserve it, I think yo
Chapter twenty-FourRobert I wake up to the ray of the sun heating the curtains casting a glow on my wife, Gianna as she lay beside me. Her back against me was like she was angry with me, but I wasn’t surprised ever since we got married. She had always been that way.I rolled onto my side resting my head up on one arm to watch her.“Hey, you are up,” I began slowly, my tone soft and friendly, trying to start the conversation in a light tone.Gianna opens her eyes and turns to face me. “It's hard to sleep with a lot of things on your mind.”I knew exactly where this conversation was leading to. It's been days since Emily, my niece, returned declaring her interest in taking over as the CEO of white Nova Robotics. The same position I've worked so hard to preserve all these years after the demise of my late brother.“ Emily is my niece, Gianna,” I stated softly, still trying to keep my tone in check.“She has been overseas all her life Robert,” Gianna cut me off sitting up in the bed, he
Chapter twenty-sevenEmilyI rubbed my tempo slowly trying to relieve myself of the dull ache that was threatening to increase with each passing minute.The office was silent and covered with darkness only the light from my computer shone upon my frustrated face and the bulk of financial records before me.I had spent all day doing nothing but trying to analyze who this anonymous there was.Who could be siphoning a huge sum of money from the company's account for the past eight years under my uncle's watch?This was all too exhausting and frustrating to imagine. The worst part of it all was that the executive team wasn't even aware of all the mishaps and suspicious activities going on in the company, all they cared about was who would become their CEO.I'm the heiress, and no one would take that from me. It was written in the will that I was to take over as soon as I was done with school so whether they liked it or not, I'm here to stay. Enough of thinking about silly people, instea
Chapter twenty-sixMasonA new day, a new chance to rewrite your story.The fish-shaped alarm clock rang jolting me out of my deep slumber. I took a glance at the clock and confirmed my worst suspicions— I had overslept again. I groaned loudly, raking a hand through my brown hair before throwing off the covers and dragging my feet out of the bed.“Good morning sir.” One of the maids greeted me as I stumbled into the kitchen.“Morning,” I muttered, grabbing the cup of coffee she handed me. The caffeine was meant to keep my brain active but for some reason, my mind was spinning. “Have you seen Emily?”“Yes sir, she left very early,” she replied, his voice neutral.I froze mid-sip. “She left early today?”“Yes, sir. She mentioned having something urgent to handle at the office.”I scoffed, placing the cup down a little harder than I intended. “Of course, she always does.”Ever since the night out at the club, she has been acting distant and weird, and her early departure confirmed it. Sh
Chapter Twenty-FiveMaeveIs this me?I stood in my bedroom admiring myself through the full-sized mirror. My reflection stared back at me, pale and frightened for my life and my unborn child.My hands drifted to my belly clenching it tight, the gentle curve beneath my fingers was barely noticeable to the eyes but I knew deep down that something was inside of me, something that would grow to become a blessing. But how do I say I wasn't ready to be a mother yet? Or maybe I'm scared of my mother's reaction especially after she had set me up with Mr smith.I brushed my curls out slowly getting ready for the new day. Still, I couldn't suppress the voice that lingered in my head, shouting and wailing.What am I going to do? Would I risk it all and keep it, or would I make the worst mistake of my life by taking away the life of my unborn bundle of blessings?All these questions kept rushing into my head like a whirlwind. Replaying in my mind like a broken record. For the last time, do I
Chapter twenty-FourRobert I wake up to the ray of the sun heating the curtains casting a glow on my wife, Gianna as she lay beside me. Her back against me was like she was angry with me, but I wasn’t surprised ever since we got married. She had always been that way.I rolled onto my side resting my head up on one arm to watch her.“Hey, you are up,” I began slowly, my tone soft and friendly, trying to start the conversation in a light tone.Gianna opens her eyes and turns to face me. “It's hard to sleep with a lot of things on your mind.”I knew exactly where this conversation was leading to. It's been days since Emily, my niece, returned declaring her interest in taking over as the CEO of white Nova Robotics. The same position I've worked so hard to preserve all these years after the demise of my late brother.“ Emily is my niece, Gianna,” I stated softly, still trying to keep my tone in check.“She has been overseas all her life Robert,” Gianna cut me off sitting up in the bed, he
Chapter Twenty-threeEmilyThe buzz from the conference room still lingered in my ears, and their words still replayed in my head as I made my way back to the office.The meeting was short yet draining, full of power-hungry people and tension, but in the end, I was happy it ended on a happy note.Mason standing up for me was something that drove me to take charge and be that fierce girl I've always built myself to be. I swallowed hard as I pushed the door open to my office, Mason followed closely behind me, shutting the door softly, and the sound of its locking felt almost intentional. I looked up at him briefly as he stood in front of me.“Thank you, Mason,” I said, staring up at him, breaking the cold silence between us. “ for standing up for me back there when no one did. It wasn't easy and I know I've got a lot of work to do to prove myself to them that I would make a great—”“You don't need to thank me, Emily,” Mason began his voice low but serious. “ You deserve it, I think yo
Chapter twenty-twoMasonWe sat in the car not saying any more words to one another.I glanced sideways to stare at Emily, she sat beside me, her expression cold and expressionless. Her hands are placed firmly on her thigh as she grips her phone like it is her lifeline. I could tell she was nervous about today’s meeting and stunned at my words, anyone would be, it wasn't every day these things happened.Hanging out with your employee to a club then kissing him, then kissing you back. It was crazy.And I wanted to lean in to kiss her again but I still valued my job and my head.Finally, we approached the grand building of White Nova Robotics. A legacy her father left for her to continue. As the car drove into the garage and parked, Emily exhaled sharply but still didn't speak to me.As we stepped out of the limousine the fresh morning air brushed against us. And Kim, the flirty HR Manager was waiting for us at the entrance. She was dressed in a dashing and tight corporate gown that hug
Chapter twenty one EmilyTonight this sky was dark blue and the stars twinkled.I sit at the dinner table, and the light from the candle casts a warm glow on me.I was outside my garden but the air still felt thick with anticipation and love or maybe I was wrong. It was thick with something sensual and steamy.I stared at Mason who sat across from me, his neatly ironed dark suit and tie stood out in the dark and my silver dress glimmered in the dark like the stars in the sky.The dress hugged my body so tight accentuating my slim waist and hips and the fabric felt so smooth against my body.It was the kind of dress one would wear to an occasion like this, an occasion that calls for celebration and happiness.A celebration of love.Mason stared at me intensely, his smile soft yet his eyes lingered on me with a look of admiration and lust.It was the kind of gaze you received before receiving a passionate kiss on the lips, or the kind where the love of your life is thrusting his cock i
Chapter TwentyMasonI stepped out of the club, my hands shoved deep into my pockets as the cold wind brushed against my skin making me have instant goosebumps.I watched solemnly as the drunken crowd staggered out, wasted and worn out.“Hey, be careful,” I yelled out after A girl with a skimpy red dress bumped into me hard as she passed, “Sorry, handsome !” she said giggling like I was the funniest thing she had ever seen. She looked not older the twenty-three yet she oozed rum and whiskey, and it irked me deeply, why would a young girl at this age come to the club unsupervised, I still managed to force a smile, it was none of my business yet I was still angry that I had to be here all alone watching some group of drunk girls and boys display their stupidity.Or maybe I was just angry I wasn't having fun like they were, as if this scene wasn't enough two drunk couples stumbled out kissing each other with each step they took and this reminded me of my failed love story.My ex, Madi
Chapter NineteenEmily His lips were soft and tasted like apples and lemon.I still couldn't believe I kissed Mason, it felt like a dream and I would never have done it if his ex hadn't walked right in front of us trying to humiliate him.Of course, my heart was so moved that I couldn't watch her carry on with her stupidity.Mason might not be financially buoyant but he was a good man and she should be lucky to have dated him.But judging from the funny makeup on her face I could tell she was one of those gold diggers that was after nothing but material things not true love.My mind drifted back to when I leaned close to melt my lips on his and the electric feelings that traveled through my spine. This wasn't my first kiss but it felt different, the feeling that came with it was unexplainable. It can be compared to that of flying in the sky with a wing at my back, it was like I was on cloud nine. It was unbelievable. His mouth was moist and his tongue was long as well, I liked the wa