(Vivienne)The following morning came like the wind, The day dawned crisp and clear. The sun poured through my window. Vivienne shifted around on the bed feeling someone's weight on her body."Stop it" she mumbled as she slapped a hand or finger which was poking her face or feeling her skin. She wanted to open her eyes but she wanted to continue her sleep"Is she real...look at her skin...her hair looks dolly like"I heard someone say in my sleep and my brows crossed as I stopped moving. Was it a dream but it sounded real, more like there was a person in my room sitting on my bed looking at me with intense eyes, and when I thought about that and gathered all the possibilities? My eyes instantly flew open only to "Ahhh!"I screamed loudly and immediately kicked the person who was on me, staring at me with sharp force. Eyes. "Damn it girl" I heard a groan coming from the floor and with heavy breathing, I quickly wrapped the sheets around my body and went on my knees to see who it was th
The sun was bright. The light of dawn seeped into my room. I rubbed my bleary eyes and walked to the window. There was a pearly glow in the sky. I smiled as I stretched my hand out as if to catch the rays of the sun The first rays of sunlight lit up my room. The dawn chorus of melodic birdsong drifted in. The rising sun cast a rosy hue across the morning sky which made it look mesmerizing. Golden fingers of sunlight lit up the scene. I loved mornings the most and looking at the blue sky with white clouds. I giggled but soon stopped when I sneezed some movements in the garden. Yes, my room had a garden view and I had to say it was glorious, absolutely magnificent that I dashed away from the window and left my room. "Morning Ms…"I was greeted by someone immediately I stepped out of my room but I didn't stay for long however I just nodded with a smile and proceeded to the stairsThe house was nice and clean and as always empty. I guessed Victor was already gone which was a good thing
(Vivienne)"Bro...you should have seen me out there...no one was as fast as me... I won a gold medal many times in a role... I think I'm the best in this country"Okay for starters the boy kyan was talkative. He never shut up, he kept on praising himself to the point where I just wanted to yell for him to keep his mouth shut, but I couldn't say anything when we were in a moving car, I was sitting in the back seat with the main boss, Victor himself while kyan was in front with the driver who was irritated too, but he just kept his eyes on the road and drove the car peacefully.Since we left the Ellison mansion, Kyan had been bragging about himself.I guessed he was busy saying things on purpose or to attract my attention and see how great he was, but I couldn't care less. From what I heard, he was an international swimmer.And of course, I saw him familiar back in the room but like most of the time, I didn't pay attention to little details but now hearing him brag about how many medals
I went from crazy outfits, and hence I fixed my dress and tilted my head to look at the moron talking to me. He was wearing blue ripped jeans with a black muscle shirt with a black jacket on top.His shoes were the killer and his swag was on point, especially with the black cap and sunglasses as if to hide himself"Look here pretty boy... I'll break your face with just one punch" I threatened him with a folded fist, and he chuckled and grabbed my hand and pulled me forward"You shouldn't act like a savage...you are carrying my brother's child and nephew...we don't want him to have your savage genes...now come victor is on the phone," he said as he took me by the hand and dragged me towards the entrance door. The hospital wasn't as busy as most public hospitals I went to. It turned out this was a private hospital where prestigious rich people came to.I had seen the excellent service. The equipment was top-notch and the nurses, as well as the doctors, were professionals. We went throug
(Vivienne) The doctor was scaring me, his hesitant behavior had me feeling fuzzy inside as I fiddled with my hands which had turned cold.I could see the same reaction with victor although he was good at masking his expressions with his furrowed brows and I knew he was agitated as well.I didn't want to make a mistake. If I did then Victor would get angry. I glanced back at kyan but he was in his world hence my attention turned to doctor maverick who now had a warm smile.At least his smile made me feel at ease as I exhaled and inhaled silently as if keeping my breathing stable. Doctors could cause someone a heart attack with their unnecessary suspense"I thought something was amiss but I guess it had some effects due to the fruits she must have taken…" he started explaining as victor went through the file. I sat there agitated as I waited for him to finish what he had to say. What caused my stomach to ache like that, at least hearing fruits brought some peace to my soul "Victor I
We didn't take a lot of time in the hospital as we got outside and I spotted a red sports car parked by the entrance. My eyes widened in shock seeing how it glimmered,I saw as kyan beamed as a tall man in a work suit stepped out and tossed the keys to kyan who caught them and smirked"Thanks, dude...let's take this baby out for a spin"kyan said as he walked around his car sizing it up and I guessed the spoil her ditched the other black car Victor left for us and sent the driver away"Kyan...are you kidding me...what happened to go home...just drop me home and I'll walk the rest of the way," I said on top of my voice because the car was now moving at high speed.I was irritated at how he was behaving. So reckless. I wondered why Victor trusted him with my safety"Calm cool down dummy...we are going to my school. I bet a peasant as you had never been to my school" he replied in a sarcastic way and I fell back having nothing to say to a jerk like him.I regretted going with him instead
(Vivienne)There was only one thing I loved in my life and that was being in a library. This was one of my favorite things to do and reading nonstop was my game. Other than playing basketball all the time, I loved a quiet place at the library or school surrounded by books. Hence once I sneaked inside the library of a school I didn't go to. I smiled like a kid given her favorite candy as I went through each lane searching for all the books I wanted but we didn't have at my school. There was a big difference between these private schools which had so many advanced things and my school. This school was on top in the city. The tears and the facility were great hence I took almost every book I came across. Cradled them in my arms and walked to the isolated table far from people. I didn't want to get caught in the process but I was going to be there for ten minutes until Kyan was doneI didn't understand why he had to come to the school without books or was it such a big deal to come in and
"Mr. Ellison, we are very grateful for sparing your precious time to see us?"Victor sat in the principal's office and listened to the so-called board of the school. This was the school his little brother went to, not as he cared but they had his trust in terms of giving out funds or scholarships but now he was hell bored listening to them praise him nonstop. He was aware of how fake their praises were but he chose to entertain them by nodding at their words. Beverly stood to the sides as she listened to everything that was said, she knew her boss was not in the mood especially when he had a lot of things to do back at the office. If not for the fact that he was a well-known businessman who everyone adorned then he would have declined to come to the school"And to conclude our discussion...we would like to give you a tour of the entire school so that you can tell us...if it's acceptable" the principal said with a smile and rose to his feet. So did Victor and they carefully guided him
(Vivienne)I sat there by the edge of the seat fiddling with my hands which felt too cold like I was sitting in a cold room. The VC was going through some files when I came in and he asked me to wait for a while. Looking at him he wasn't as scary as most students said he was. I met him countless times in these three eyes at his house when Alexis invited me and so far he was a kind man.He looked just like Alexis, especially her black hair although Alexis took her mom's blue eyes. Surprisingly she had eyes just like mine but I shook my head as I waited for him to finish upAfter some time he carefully shoved some files away and closed his laptop and took off his specs and set them aside"Welcome Miss Payton," he said, rubbing his hands together. His voice was low and calm which made me relax as I exhaled silently and nodded with a warm smile"I'm surprised about you...you are wonderful...as you know our school is nothing but the best in the region," he said as he looked at me with a bl
(Vivienne)"Ahh...now I feel worthless," Leo said with a cute pout while holding out a spoonful of ice cream. I laughed hard seeing how ridiculous he looked with such a face. For a 32 years old man. He was supposed to be better than this but the man was still the same. Playful like a child"I saw it...I mean is it real?"I asked again, I had a chance to watch one of the movie scenes he was shooting here. I didn't know the man was such a sweetie sexy seductor"It's called acting...it's fiction... whatever I do has nothing to do with my real self," he said defensively and I gave him the eye. No one would believe it when I saw how he was touching and kissing his co-star. It was so real, especially when they kissed. I felt shy watching him"I don't believe you okay...I saw and believed it"I simply said and ate my ice cream. Leo just looked at me with a blank expression. There was amusement and delight as if he was trying to understand me and I stopped not sure why his gaze made me feel unc
"But that's not what I want…""To work hard and do this yourself...but trust me...my dad is the best...he knows students like the back of his hand and I heard this time...the school will be selecting the companies we'll be going to, "she said and I was surprised. I didn't know that"Really how is that possible" weren't we supposed to choose for ourselves"I heard dad say it...that's why you need to chill I'm certain if it's dad in charge then both of us will get something good...I just hope he recommends his friend,'s company to you too"I heard Alexis loud and clear but I didn't want to get anything just because I was her friend but if her dad was in charge then I was hoping for the best"Our internship will start in a month or two...I'm so nervous okay...three years feels like forever" I said and dropped to the ground like a sack of potatoes, the slightly wet grass pricking my back and exposed arms but I didn't care. I exhaled and inhaled the wonderful fresh air of wet grass and open
(Vivienne)"Why is he so difficult?"Alexis asked as we rushed for classes. We were so late and Mr. Whitlock was a ridiculous professor. He didn't tolerate late coming and of course, he gave difficult exams...forget tests and assignments which were like he didn't have a heart"It's cool he's just preparing us for our future," I said, fixing my hair. I was a total mess. I was only wearing blue skinny jeans with a blue tank top and some sneakers. My hair looked like a bird's nest because I didn't blow dry it but just washed it and applied conditioner to soften it"Come on, let's hurry or it will be a full lecture on being late which would apply to our resume, "Alexis said sarcastically and I wanted to laugh because her words made no sense. But I understood her unlike me, she was the center of it all. Being the vice Chancellor's daughter wasn't easy. She and to be the perfect example and she was exceptional"Oh thank God" she exhaled in relief when we got to class and it was as noisy as e
"Hey ..hey...no look at me...yeah look at Uncle," Kyan said waving the baby toy in the air and the baby followed his gaze. "Good girl...look at this...her name is... Vivienne or just Vivie" he added and showed a photo of Vivienne. Of course, he didn't know if the baby could even see or recognize the picture he was showing her. She was just three months old"Come on Sky focus," he said, sounding a little coy as he sat there. His niece was in a world of her own. But she looked really cute in her pink romper with pink socks and a cute headband with a ribbon attached to it. She was giggling and moving around with her tiny little hands grabbing things and fighting to get her tiny fingers in her mouth"Okay...we are on our fourth session of knowing Vivienne...she's cute with eyes like yours...not sure why but you have beautiful eyes just like her, "Kyan said, making a thinking face as he looked at a pic of Vivienne then his niece. Of course, her name was Skylar, short for the Sky. Victor na
******Three months later(New York)**(Vivienne)"Can I help you?""Yes, please...I'm new here...can you show me where the library is?"I asked, looking around the place"Yeah down the road...you can take a taxi from here or just walk but it will take a little while" the lady replied showing me the directions I smiled and thanked her before I walked away leaving the fast-food restaurant I was having my lunch atI glanced at my watch and it was getting late and the goofy girl I was waiting for hadn't shown up"Where are you, Alex?"I said and quickly crossed the road to the other side so I could wait for her. It was early in the afternoon, the day was crisp and sunny. Although it was a little windy which made my hair blow around disturbing my peace I didn't mind as I stood there staring at the brochure in my hand. I looked around the busy streets. The lady I asked at the restaurant told me this was where the public library was. I would have used the one at the University but I decided to
**2 Weeks later**"S...sir should I…"Julia asked when she accidentally walked into the room Vivienne used to sleep in but stopped when she met Victor along the way. He didn't know why he came here but he couldn't fall asleep no matter how hard he tried"Leave," Victor said coldly and Julia didn't even waste time as she retreated away Victor stood by the door for a while then rested his hand on the doorknob. A long sigh escaped his sealed lips as he pushed the door open and walked inHe turned on the lights revealing a neat well-put-together room. His Surrogate's bedroom. This was her bedroom. It had been two weeks since she left him after giving birth. He didn't blame her at the end of the day, they had a deal. She signed a contract which she honored. It was up to her to leave he had no say in her decision but she should have done what was needed of herVictor shook the thoughts away and walked to the bed. It was the same, the room was the same and empty. Her perfume lingered in the a
(Vivienne)"Destination please?""United States," I said, handing her my details as well as my password. The lady looked at me for a while and continued her work"Vacation or…""School" I replied without delay and the woman glanced up then shrugged. I didn't know why she did that but I didn't care as I stood there waiting for my ticket. I was lucky the plane to the US hasn't left yet. It has been an hour since I got here. I had everything ready to go but just needed to confirm the tickets and it was taking longer than I expected"Are you okay Ms?" the lady asked, not sure why but I was fine, just a little cold. I didn't know why it was this cold now of all days. I was wearing black leggings with ankle boots as well as a long-sleeved sweater that reached up to my neck and a brown long coat to keep warm but still, I could feel the wind blowing around"I'm fine please, "I remarked distantly, trying, by all means, to keep her off. I came to the airport early. I wanted to leave this place
(Vivienne)It felt like a dream, I felt empty and aching everywhere. I tried to move myself hoping to stop the pain I was feeling but everything seemed hard. I wanted so badly to open my eyes and see where I was unfortunately they seemed glued and wouldn't open"Ahh!"I tried to shift a little and when I moved my hand. I felt a sharp pain that made me his and kept my hand still. My head was spinning and when I flickered my eyes opened. I could only see blurry visions and it took blinking multiple times to finally adjust to the Bright Light of the strange room I found myself in"Well you are awake" I heard a small female melodious voice and suddenly a nurse was standing before me. She was smiling at me which made me wonder. I was so lost to find myself in the white-painted room which smelled like medicine and a mixture of certain cleaning agents"W...what happened here?"I managed to voice out the words but hearing myself, I sounded so restrained as if I had lost my voice at some point"