As I stepped through the double door of the mansion, a sense of awe washed over me. My eyes bulged out as they traced the interior of the mansion. In every corner, were antique furniture. A grand piano sat beneath a massive clown portrait, the eyes of the painted figures seemingly following my every move. The mansion seems like a living museum
It was out of wonder when Zion asked me for help. I was astounded when he asked me to escort him to a business/friendly meeting with someone. He explained to me about the business he wanted to acquire that was the reason we're here in the first place. However, the owner of the company he is willing to buy is a cunning old man who keeps pulling tricks on him. The man whom Zion said his name was Leo Fontaine accused him of being too stiff and devoid of playfulness. He said making toys is about the joy, the magic, and the spirit of playfulness which I inwardly agree Zion doesn't possess any of the listed. I'm pretty sure Zion is only obs"I'm disappointed in you Laura, thought you and Zion would have become inseparable by now. Left to me? I would have claimed him, his body and soul in a week" Anne's voice comes out of the phoneI rolled my eyes and scoffed "Please tell me why you're still single then"She gasps and glares at me through the phone "Do you have to poke my wound? I will let you know, I have lots of men hanging around just to claim me""Yeah, while you're in my room and on my bed munching on crisps" I muttered as I wrapped the towel around my head"I decided to stay single until my prince came sweeping me off my feet. Men are scum" she muttered the last part"Just like Jayden right," I said teasing herShe stopped her loud munching to glare at me "Jayden wasn't a scum. He..he was a boy. He didn't do anything wrong" she defended"Yet you hit the poor boy with a Cornbread""It was that tiny little bit**h's fault. Whatever Lau
The tension in the car was palpable as we made our way to Leo's company. I'm sure Antonio could also feel the tension but he kept his eyes on the road regardless. I felt a huge guilt weighing down my heart from what I said to him. I knew his parents were a sensitive topic but I couldn't help myself blurting it out. I know I shouldn't have said that but it flew out in the heat of the moment. He pissed me off. He made me say it and now I'm regretting it because he went completely quiet after that. He hasn't said a word and his expression is unreadable. I don't even know what he's thinking and it's scary. I would feel better if he said something, let out his anger so I could apologize or something but he just kept this blank and unapproachable lookThe car came to a halt and I stepped out immediately like the seat was itching me. As I stepped out of the car, my attention was captivated by the tall building that stood proudly before me. How rich could Leo be I wondered. Zion walked pas
"Your company's vision aligns with what I believe in. I'm genuinely interested in acquiring Wonderland Toys""That's fantastic to hear. It's not always about profit but about sharing happiness. I'm sure you now understand the essence of what we do" he said mockinglyI mentally roll my eyes at that but nod instead, already getting boredCan he just bring out the contract so I can signThe conversation went on but I couldn't stop my mind from wandering back to Laura. It was as if the statement she made this morning opened my eyes to see something that had been hidden for years. Something I had failed to see. I wasn't angry, I was just astounded. No one has ever said that to me, not even Nana. She's very careful of even mentioning her son's name around me. Now, it made me realize how selfish I had been to myself and everyone around meAll these years I had wallowed in self-pity of losing my parent and sister. It wasn't even my fault, why do I have to live the rest of my life in a prison
I stood in the long queue, exhaustion etched on my face as I eagerly awaited my turn to order a cup of cold cappuccino after missing the Disney showWho said Disneyland was funWe couldn't even make our way into the hall due to the heaving of people who also wanted to go inside. The crowd was overwhelmingMy tired eyes traced the progression of the queue toward the counter and I sighed in reliefTwo more people to go"What would you like ma'am," a tired-looking staff said in a tired voiceI don't blame you, girl, I can relate"Two cups of cold cappuccino, please," I said tirelessly and the lady nodded I made my way towards the park after I got my drinks. Andre was sitting under a canopy, brooding. I chuckled at his silly act. He hasn't said a word to me even after a lot of prodding from me. I understood why he was upset. I stood him up and forgot to tell him I wasn't going to meet up for our outing. I had forgotten when Zion asked me to go with him to Leo's place. It's quite surprisin
"Wow, this is lit" I whispered to Andre as my eyes roamed the beautiful hallThe air buzzed with excitement, and the hall was adorned in hues of gold and blush pink, the walls dripped in cascading fairy lights, and crystal chandeliers hung from the ceiling casting a soft, warm glow over the room.The scent of fresh flowers and baked pastries filled the room and tables covered in delicate lace were arranged meticulously in the hall. The stage, bathed in a soft spotlight, showcased an exquisite backdrop of white roses and drapes, perfect for couples."Your cousin has beautiful taste," I said as we walked further into the hall, side by side"Trust me, I was blown away too. My cousin wanted it to be perfect. She designed all the decor and setting herself" he said pulling me further into the room"Wow, that explains it. This is perfect" I whispered. As I took in the scene, I couldn't help but be captivated by the intricate details — so beauti
I can't believe she left without saying anything. I didn't even get to see her attire properly. I'm her boyfriend for crying out loud. Okay, maybe I shouldn't use that term as we aren't dating still she's with me. She's going to be my wife soon, is this how she'll be acting then?I've been fuming since Laura left this evening, I couldn't even finish my work. I was so focused on the lingering scent of her fragrance and anger for not saying goodbye. She pretended I wasn't in the room and that piss me off My phone dings and I pick it up. It's a message from Antonio. I click the file he sent, watching it download. They are pictures of Laura at the park with the so-called friend. I made Antonio take pictures of her when she goes out, especially with her so-called friend. I don't trust the guy, you just don't make friends with the opposite gender without a motive. Through these pictures, I've seen different sides of Laura I haven't seen before. Her happy side,
I rushed into the bathroom and was horrified by my reflection. My hair was wild, and my face was red as a tomato. What made my anxiety worse was that I wasn't wearing the clothes I had on last night. What happened to my dress? Did Zion change it? I shook my head, knowing he wouldn't do that. But who changed my clothes, and why can't I remember what happened after Antonio and I left the party last night?I remember drinking that sweet apple-flavored drink and dancing with Andre in the dark. I also remember vomiting on him, which I feel terrible about, but I'm too embarrassed to call him and apologize. After that, my memory gets hazy. I vaguely recall Antonio helping me to the bathroom to clean up, as I was too dizzy to walk properly. But I don't remember what happened next. Did I do anything strange around Zion? I groaned and smacked my already reddened face, letting my neck fall limp in front of the bathroom mirror. I keep embarrassing myself in front of Zion the
We stood in front of a pet store with Zion eyeing the building with disdain. I finally agreed to go out with him and it still sounded weird to my ears but yes I did and I was astonished when he asked me to choose the place I wished to go and guess what I chose first - the pet store. The reason I chose it was because I miss Good-Good. Zion had prohibited the worker from allowing it to walk around the villa and also because I have this feeling that he has this fear for dogs and I feel this urge to change that. I remember his expression changed immediately I mentioned the pet store and I was going to change it but then he surprised me when he agreed to go with me and here we are, standing outside the building.Zion dragged his eyes away from the building and turned his gaze to mine, "Are you sure you want to go in there? You could get infected with rabies or what knows" I raised an eyebrow at him, "I'm 100% sure I want to go in there, and trust me they are