EMILY'S POVVincent's hand clenched around the steering wheel as he drove towards the street of Los Angeles. He was oddly quiet today which was so unlike him compared to any other day.It felt as if Vincent was angry about something but I didn't know why he was angry.With my hands on my thigh, my darn heart replayed what happened in the restroom. Liam wasn't speaking as if he was in his right mind and this is the first time I will ever see him like this.Not that I bloody care about whatever he is planning to do, but Vincent is someone I cared about a lot.“Emily," Vincent called my attention, and I tilted my head to his side to face him.“Yes?" I replied with a question.“Are you planning to run away from him?" He asked, not looking in my direction for once.Perhaps, I was putting more meaning into this useless question, Vincent, but a part of me didn't want to hide anything from him this time.“I'm not going to run away anymore, but I wish he didn't know about where I was living," I
EMILY'S POV“You should send her out. We already rent the entire place," Aysel's voice boomed, cutting through the thick atmosphere while Chelsea kept on apologizing without moving her lips.I didn't utter a word as I made a U-turn to leave. What is Liam even doing here when he knows Chelsea is my friend?“Emily, can you wait for me in the car for a bit?" Chelsea asked, and I nodded my head, smiling. If I wasn't receiving any call, maybe she would have informed me and I would have asked Vincent to tag along.However, before I could make my way out of the store, a commanding voice stopped me from taking another step towards the entrance.“She can shop around if that is what she came here to do", I heard Liam say, but I didn't consider coming back.To save me the stress of replying to him, Aysel came to my rescue, or I should have said she butt in.“Why would you allow her to stay when we make sure everyone leaves in the first place?" Aysel asked, but Liam chose not to reply.I was abo
EMILY'S POVIn the morning my nerves were all over the place. My emotions were chaotic with a complex mix of excitement and nervously as I prepared for my interview at Smith Construction Company. I had been searching for a job in the construction industry for months since I was in Spain and the only company that finally caught my attention was Smith Company, and this opportunity seemed too good to pass up.As I got dressed and ready, Xavier was busy watching cartoons on the iPad I gave him, sitting on the bed. I was fascinated by the construction process, but the idea of working for a company that built homes and communities from the ground up was thrilling, and that was what my father was into. Estate development was intriguing to me.It wouldn't be a bad idea if I could learn from companies like that.“Xavier darling, Mummy is ready to leave," I told my little bunny after applying the pink lipstick.I already dressed Xavier up for school and his school bus will soon be here to take
EMILY'S POVI left Chelsea's place after getting the dresses. I took my time to look around the street before getting inside the taxi. Instead of going home straight, I decided to visit Vincent's place of work Unfortunately, Vincent was unable to see me until I left the company. He was super busy with work piling up lately. It was amazing how Vincent was able to make time for it despite being this busy.When I got to the company, I refused for the secretary to inform him of my presence because I didn't want to disrupt his work, hoping that eventually he would turn up at his office. Sigh, today was not my day though. In the end, I quietly left through the underground car park. Telling Vincent about my suspicions of Xander stalking me would only add to his troubles and that was what I wanted to avoid the most.On getting home, I quickly took my bath and headed to the sitting room to wait for Xavier to arrive from school. I took my time to cook the food.When Xavier got back from scho
EMILY's POV The light peeked in through the open window as I winded down the glass window. Vincent occasionally glanced at me through the corner of his eyes stealing glances while I was busy listening to my favourite song.He was worried about me without a doubt, which was reassuring, not also a bit uncomfortable in the sense I could not shake off the thought at the back of my head that I was a burden to him. My eyes closed as I immersed myself in the music. It was one of my favourite songs written by Marina Sawyer about a missing rib and an unrequited love.I was so lost in the moment that I didn't even realize I was singing the lyrics out loud with passion word by word until I felt Vincent lightly tap my cheeks. “That is also my favourite song", Vincent whispered to the shell of my cheeks before facing front again as he stepped on the pedal. A light chuckle escaped my lips at his mischievous behaviour.I didn't stop glancing through the side mirror to check if any car was tailing
LIAM'S POVThierry breathes heavily after taking several different pictures of Emily. He sent them to me and my anger only doubled. How could she be living here while I am here suffering? If I had known Emily came back to Los Angeles, I would have hunted her down.But now that she is back, I will make it a priority to taunt her every day. It wasn't hard to find out she actually got a new job. Of course, the Smith Construction company is just beneath my feet.I won't hesitate to crush them into pieces if needed. No one can lay a claim over Emily.The only thing that puzzled me was the relationship she had with Vincent. I couldn't find any clue where they travelled to and what really happened. Did they get married there?The thought alone almost burned me, but I managed to calm myself.“Sir, she left in the taxi," Thierry said, standing outside the car with a bow.”We won't tail her again today because you kept losing her." I said and a mischievous smile graced my lips.“Take me to th
EMILY'S POVThese past few days, it felt as if someone was watching me, but I doubt that could be true except Liam, of course. There should be an exemption for crying out loud but that guy is a dick head.After the encounter I had with Liam at Chelsea's store and the continuous message he kept sending which I refused to answer, I never saw him again. Also, he stopped texting me for like a day now.Maybe he already got tired of me after I continuously ignored him. He had better be to save us the stress.I tidy up my room after tying my hair into a ponytail. Xavier was already dressed up for school and he wouldn't be back until 5 pm. My boy has learn how to write ABCD and 123.He now recites poem for me and also sing their school national anthem. My boy is gradually growing in wisdom and understanding.Chelsea called me this morning to inform me that she will be coming to my place. I thought she had something important and would get here an hour after she called, but Chelsea is not here
EMILY'S POVThe club was bustling with people the moment we walked in. I could already spot a few familiar faces of the people working in the company. When I spotted my team members, I walked towards them slowly announcing my presence in front of them.“Wow, we almost didn't recognize you in this stunning dress." One of the guys said, taking in my appearance.I rubbed my shoulder slowly. Chelsea brought me a short bum and fish-like net leggings to wear. I matched it up with black heels and a black crop top with an off-shoulder sleeve.Chelsea greeted them, bowed her head slowly at them, and nudged my shoulder with hers.“I always told you Ms Emily has a beautiful shape. You look stunning, "one of the girls said.“You look beautiful yourself," I said, complimenting them. “Have you seen Mr Smith at all?" One of the girls asked me, and I shook my head because I hadn't spotted the CEO since I got here.“Are we going to sit separately, or do we just need to mix with the crowd," I asked w
EMILY'S POVI watched as Thierry got inside the car with Liam. I would have chosen to stay beside him throughout the ride but I came with my car and I would need to take it along. I brought out my phone from my bag and dialled Chelsea's number."Hello, bab,." I said when Chelsea picked up."Yes, love," Chelsea replied. "What is it? Why does your voice sound tired?" She quickly added, noticing the change in my tone."Nothing much but I think I will need your help again," I said and continued. "I am actually going to come home late so I don't know if you will be able to take Xavier up from school. I already texted his homeroom teacher that I wouldn't be at home, so they shouldn't bother taking me home," I explained.Though Chelsea will still be angry even if I didn't tell her much, the truth is she is about to get married to the love of her life so she needs to spend more time with her heart robe."No problem. Make sure you tell me everything when you are back." Chelsea said and I answ
EMILY'S POVTwo hours later, I was done correlating the data. Liam is actually helpful and he actually did most of the work. I can boldly say I will be able to do this easily all thanks to him for helping me out.I called John to come and take the result I had already compiled into the file folder as a soft copy. "Can you at least let me go and print out the files?" I asked but Liam was actually against the idea.He hasn't let me go since and I think he is enjoying this. I wasn't in the mood to banter words with him so I let him go."Why can't he do that for you? Your personal secretary, I mean," Liam said but what he didn't know is that John was not my personal secretary but someone who was supposed to assist me. Though I am still his boss, both in and outside of the company premises, I still want him to be free in the company until I learn from him."I wish to do it myself. Thanks got your help." I said and tried to stand up but Liam held me down by placing his hand on my waist."
EMILY'S POVLiam came again to visit me and I doubt he will even get tired of this. He is a CEO, for crying out and if we are spotted together, there will be problems because not everyone will love our Union and most people don't even know we were divorced in the past.Linda called me this morning and tried to express herself about how she misses me. One other thing she mentioned is that she wishes Liam and I were actually together.I mean, she is so honest and keeps telling me that the chemistry between us actually clicked. Just see that; she is literally the best girl any man would want because she can see through People.Shaking the thought off my mind, I walked towards Liam and sat down in front of him."What is it again?" I asked in an irritating voice because if care is not taken I will get accustomed to Liam's presence in the office room."You can keep doing whatever you want. I just want to keep on watching you," Liam said with a playful grin on his lips and I swallowed hard.
AYSEL'S POVI thought Dad would reach out to me but he didn't. I was even more surprised when I didn't receive any call from Dad though I was planning to go back home this week.I called Mum and tried to explain what had happened to him but Mum told me he already told Father she would be coming back from her trip today.I could only hope she would be back now because it's already been an hour.I called Mum's number and put the phone on speaker."Hello Mum," I said to the phone."You should have begged him when he told you to. Why didn't you stall it back then." Mum's angry voice boomed through the speaker and I have a feeling that this is bad news.She doesn't have to spell it out for me to know that father didn't change his mind."I talk to him but you know his words are always the final say. He told me you have to keep being a good girl while he will watch you for the next five months." Mother said, her voice laced with frustration."This is why I told you not to steal too much from
EMILY'S POVOn getting home, Xavier's school bus came just in time. The guards opened the door while I took Xavier with me inside. He sat on the couch silently watching a cartoon on the iPad in his hand.I took out my clothes and dipped myself inside the bathtub, washing myself."I don't want to see you getting hurt because of what happened. Please make sure you are happy even if you are planning out your revenge on Emily" I recalled Chelsea's words which brought a smile to my face.But why do I still feel empty, as if I haven't done anything? Because after what Aysel did, she is still living fine.However, it's not how it was in the past because she could no longer live the lavish lifestyle.My phone rang and talked of the devil, it was actually Aysel calling. Now, let's hear what the bitch has to say. I picked up the call and put it on speaker while I continued to wash myself."Hello," Aysel said, her voice breaking through the speaker. "So you think I wouldn't know you are trying
EMILY'S POV"No. I don't think I can let you go that quick," Liam said and walked towards me.I wanted to take a step back but then it was too late to even leave when he was looking at me like that. "Don't touch me," I said and he stopped."Now I'm hurt," Liam said in a dramatic tone and all I could do was smile."I will get going then," I said ready to leave."I got you this." He said and gave me a Lily flower. I wanted to laugh at him at first but then I realized Liam knew what he was doing.I had to hate the rose bouquet after what the stalker did by sending a rose bouquet every time. This is part of the reason I hated it because it has been filled up with a bad memory of this stalker."I don't want to take it from you," I said and tried not to stare at him too much.Black fits him perfectly compared to any other colour."Oh, you don't like Lily right?" Liam said with no offence."I got you this too" Liam replied and opened the car only to bring out a peony bouquet.When he saw th
EMILY'S POV"I will give you the necklace at the right time, Emily. I love the way it fits your neck Perfectly." Liam said and I wanted to smile right now but I swallowed it back. He should keep trying, maybe things will work out between us."I didn't tell you that I don't know how to get a necklace for myself," I said and stood in front of father office room."I didn't know I was the only man who could give you that because how did you know?" He asked and I wish I could run away right now."Well, Chelsea told me," I lied and he looked at me as if he could read through my lie."Why do I not find your answer convincing." He said and I quickly walked past him."I don't care about your opinion," I said and knocked on the door slightly. "Welcome, Liam," He said and Liam offered a bow. We walked towards the couch to sit down. I didn't bother to sit beside him and father seems to have seen what I am up to."I should have come to meet you straight, Father, but I wanted to see Emily first,"
EMILY'S POV"What are you doing here?" I asked Liam because I didn't expect him to find him in my personal office room this morning.And today at that. It's not that the thought hasn't crossed my mind but coming this early is what I didn't expect.I have been meaning to go to Liam's office room to question him about the necklace today but when I called Ms Linda, she told me no one had spotted Liam this morning.But now, he showed up in my office room, wearing a shirt that exposed part of his muscular chest."What do you think? I came to see how you are coping in your new office room. Also, to check if you miss me or not," he replied, and I should have expected that reply.Good that he even came because I have been wanting to ask about the necklace from him."Suit yourself but there is no coffee or tea for you Liam" I said but before he could reply, a knock came from the door."Come in" I said and one of the staff came in. I already forgot her name but she is working in the sales depar
LIAM'S POV"Oh, you wish?" He replied, his voice hoarse and dead. I wonder if he is even eating well.The prosecutor excused us while Thierry was still outside waiting at the door."What is it that you have to say?" I asked as I adjusted my tie around my neck. "Do you think it's all over if you keep me here?" He asked like a loser."I thought you like this place, isn't that why you refuse to say anything?" I retorted but that didn't seem to work because he smiled."You don't really know who you are dealing with Liam. Where did you keep my boys?" He inquired and I could see a hint of fear in his eyes and curiosity."Is that why you call me here? I am actually a busy man and I have a place to go right now" I said, ready to leave but I heard a light thud on the table."Emily," Andrew called, not saying anything more as he looked at me with a smirk on his face.And that one name made me stop but I didn't let the weakness show. I am more of a pro when it comes to hiding my emotions."If I