YEARS AGOThe dimly lit room rumbled with laughter as the two men clung their glasses together and took a drink.The smell of scotch filled the room as they both bathed in their victory. It was all theirs. They'd won, though nationally, a win was a win.“You've done well my friend." One of the men commended, as he took another glass of victory.“We've done well.". The second person present corrected. It was their doing, now they were on top, all-powerful, with everyone's bowing at their feet.“We’ve taken over nationally. Next, the world.” The two let out another round of laughter. The month had been good for them."So Allen, you said you wanted to see me?” “Ah, yes." Allen adjusted in his seat as he thought of the words to use.“I'm here about the money Fransisco." He finally said.Fransisco looked at him exasperated, it wasn't something he wanted to discuss, again. Especially not now that he was too drunk.“But we've settled the matter. We share it equally, why does it bother you
MANNYManny refrained from seeing anyone since that day at Andrew's house. She managed to survive through the week with nothing but her tears.She refused to put anything down her throat. There was no comforting her as all she did was cry, sleep then cry again.To see that she was going through a hard time and not be there for her was torment for Josie. She'd leave food at her door everyday, in hopes that she'd take it. But she always came back disappointed, meeting the food exactly the way she'd left it.She was worried, if Manny didn't take something, she wouldn't be able to push out her child.As usual, Josie went upstairs to get the tray of food she'd left for Manny and like always, it was untouched.She knocked at the door, waiting for any sign of response to know if her friend was still alive.“Manny? Are you okay?" Josie stayed a long time waiting. She heard murmurs of incoherent words and she breathed out, relieved.She carried the tray back to the kitchen and threw the food a
MANNYFor the first time In weeks, Manny ate. However, it took a lot of persuasion from her mother and it took even more convictions to get Andrew out of the house.Her mum decided to stay with her till the day of delivery. It didn't mean she forgave her, she just felt pity.The one person her husband trusted after her was the one who caused her so much pain. Whilst her mother had hurt her, it was unbearable to see her cry every day.Her mother claimed to have done what she did to protect her, but that wasn't even up to half of the reason. There was always an ulterior motive to all her mother's actions.“I don't have time for this mother. You came here to take care of me but it's been the other way around." Manny complained as her mother played with the food she brought upstairs.“You can leave, I'll eat it when I'm ready.” She sniffed and stood up from where she sat."Whatever. I'll come get the plate later.”"Manny.” Kari called as her daughter was about to leave.“I'm sorry.” Mann
MANNYManny has been working as early as 7 in the morning preparing the models for the upcoming fashion show.Looking at the clock, she discovered that it was already late into the afternoon and she hadn't even had breakfast yet. With sweat running down her face and a bunch of pins in her mouth, Manny felt tired. All she wanted was to go back to her office, relax, and have a good lunch. Good thing she was dressing the last model for the day.“Allen Cooper and his father will be coming by the office today to sort out the contract for the marriage and I want you to remember that this marriage benefits the both of us and you must sign the contract. ” her mum said in a serious tone, coming out of the large dressing room.Manny felt irritated and fed up. Her mum has been pestering her about the contract for the last two weeks, why couldn't she just accept that she's not ready to marry? “No Mother, I want to marry someone who loves me for me and not just what he can get out of me.” “I d
ANDREWAndrew tried getting up from bed but the headache won't let him. Good thing he kept a pack of aspirin and a bottle of water by his side.After taking it, he laid for a bit allowing the drug to take effect a little. He had flashbacks of the party yesterday.He still remembers how the lady he grinded at the club smelt and how her body felt in his hands as she rocked her body against his, especially her bum. Everything fitted so perfectly. His thoughts were interrupted by a phone call. As he picked up his phone, he saw that it was Jason. What could he want early this morning?Jason and Andrew have been friends since they were little although Andrew's father always thought that Jason was a bad influence on Andrew. Eventually the bond grew stronger as Jason started working at the company just like Andrew. “Dude, I've been calling you for the past five minutes. Where are you? The board meeting is about to start and your dad is furious.““Don’t tell me you still went to that party
MANNY Avery hated Manny on the spot. She made up her mind to keep the fashion house now that it had fallen in her hands on a platter of gold. After all, her dear cousin might never find someone to marry her. Manny tried to avoid Avery all through the night till the morning. She couldn't bear being with someone who was taking something that was hers. Meanwhile, her mother seemed to be avoiding her. She was either busy designing or staying in her office doing who knows what all day. Manny had so many questions. She felt mistreated, how could her mother give something that's rightfully hers to an outsider– although Avery was a long-distance cousin? As Manny was in her office stuffing her face with food, Avery walked in like she owned the place. “See Manny this is why no one will ever want you. Look at all these junk food” Avery said, her face contorted with disgust. “What do you want Avery? Aren't you supposed to be overseeing the models?” A twain of a frown appeared on Ave
MANNY Early the next morning, Josie was parked outside of the house waiting for Manny. Manny had also woken up a bit too early preparing every document she thought would be of use to the doctor. The door opened ajar and standing there was Avery looking mad. “You think just because your mum wants you to have a baby you'll be able to take over this fashion house?” “I'll just be taking back what was rightfully mine. My mother just brought you here to help out or did you really think she'll hand over the business to you? Someone, she barely knows?” Manny returned mockingly. Manny chuckled lightly and went down to meet Josie as the look on Avery's face gave her some satisfaction. “Where have you been? Do you have any idea how long I've been waiting?” Josie screamed, stomping her foot furiously as she leaned on her car. “You will be lucky if you get there in time for your appointment.” “Sorry, I had a little problem that needed sorting.” “You always have something that ne
ANDREWAfter seeing Kate's call, he couldn't bring himself to answer it. He hated how she made him feel vulnerable.As he drove home he thought of all the possible reasons that she would call. Maybe there was a chance that she was coming back.Getting home, he noticed a tiny figure waiting for him by the door. As he got closer, he saw his mother's large brown eyes staring at him.Overcome with so many emotions, his mother leaned into him crying. There were so many unsaid words at that moment.“It’s alright mum, everything will be fine." Andrew said, holding his mother tightly.He wished there was a way to ease the pain that she felt. He might have to stumble to the wish of his after. They stayed that way a little longer until she was tired of crying.Leading her by the hand, Andrew carried her to her room. “Andrew, come in here.” Mr Allen called from his study across the hallway.Andrew stiffened as he heard his father call out to him. He hoped it was not another one of his father's