I got to my workplace early today to hear about the good news. I haven't settled down in my seat when I receive a call from the Team leader.“Go to the CEO's office. I was told to direct you there," The team leader said, and I stood up from my seat to obey his command.I took the elevator and stopped when I got to the first floor. This is the first time I will be coming to this place. Despite the dags I have used here, I didn't come to this particular floor.Taking a deep inhale, I knocked on the door and met the receptionist at the door when I got in.“I want to see Mr Smith," I said and the receptionist took the phone, “Your name?" She asked.“Emily," I replied, and she put a call through. When she dropped the call, she faced me.“You can go in. He is waiting for you" “Thank you," I muttered before going towards the entrance. I pulled the door open and stepped in. My eyes took in the serene environment as I looked around.“Yes, I sent it for you, Miss Emily," The man said,d, and I
LIAM'S POVTaking a sigh of relief, I walked briskly towards the table, pulling my tie off my neck in frustration. I love the expression in Emily's eyes. The way the fire in her eyes burns ferociously as if she is going to destroy me on the spot.I must admit that she is far different from beforeIf this decision of mine will let her stay stuck by my side, then I am ready to do it again. She will have to work alongside me in this same company she so much despised.I heard the solemn knock on the door before the door was pulled open, and Thierry walked in his long strides.“Sir" He began as he walked closer to me. “She arrived safely to her ride and I didn't tail her further because you instructed me not to," Thierry said and I nodded my head.“What about Smith?" I asked, and Thierry presented the document he had been holding in his hand to me on the table.I checked the files, my eyes scanning through the pages until I saw his signature. Good.“This is the file, and he agreed to all yo
EMILY'S POVI walked up the narrow driveway to Chelsea’s house. I planned to meet her at her place of work but when she said she was at home, I had no choice but to go to her house. I clicked on the doorbell and it rang.The door was pushed open, and Chelsea's face popped up behind the door. She was wearing short jersey knickers and a crop top.”Emily, you came," Chelsea said as she made way for me to come in. Today, however, my chest felt tight as if the weight of the world pressed down on me as I walked inside.“Is everything okay?” she asked and I nodded hesitantly, trying to muster a smile, but it didn’t reach my eyes. “Yeah, I just... I need to talk to you” I said.Chelsea accompanied me to the sitting room, where the familiar scent of porridge greeted me but I wasn't hungry.“Sit down. You look like you’ve been carrying a heavy load. Let me get you some tea.”I perched on the edge of the plush couch, my fingers fiddling with the hem of my dress. Chelsea soon returned with two mug
EMILY'S POVTonight, I knew it would be hard for me to sleep, especially when Xavier refused to sleep alone in the room I decorated for him. Instead, he insisted on sleeping with me in my room. After helping him to sleep in the space next to me, I couldn't help but take out my phone. The screen lit up and I went straight to my Inst@gram account. I typed Liam's name on it and waited for it to pop up but there was no one with the account except a few other profiles. What am I even thinking? Liam will never open an Inst@gram account unless it is a fake account with a different name. If I want to find more information then I will have to search for anything about Liam. I need to look up Aysel's name First.I typed Aysel's name in the search bar and her profile was the first thing that popped up with several pictures of her.My curiosity tugged at me and I had to look up every picture. With my hand resting under my chin, my eyes almost bulged out of my socket when I saw a man alongside
EMILY'S POV Liam took a step closer towards me but instead of walking back, I stood my stance with my chin held high. “What makes you think I wouldn't dare if you don't cooperate with Emily?" Liam asked, his head bent to match my height. I swallowed hard at the proximity, my emotions almost getting the better part of me, but I remained still on my poise to not get affected by him. This cruel man has caused me so much harm and I don't think I am ready to go through the same pain again. “I came early like you said," I said with a shaky breath, goosebumps forming on my skin when his hand grazed my neck. “So, I think you should keep your promise," I said and Liam's expression changed as he dropped his hand to his side. It was filled with amusement. “When did I make that fucking promise to you Emily?" Liam asked, his hand tucked inside his pocket as he cocked his head to the left. Liam took several steps back away from me, and that was when I let out a long breath that had been hitch
EMILY'S POV Blood almost drained from my face when I heard Laura's words. It might have sounded sincere to almost everyone seated at the table right now if they heard her but I know this was an insult to me. She was right. What am I doing with my ex-husband in a restaurant at the same table? Liam ordered what he wanted to eat, leaving both me and Laura alone. He didn't even try to clear the misunderstanding. Instead, he took out his phone and began to scroll. Acting as if he didn't hear whatever Laura said. “I came here because I am Liam's sec..." ”We have things to discuss, mother. Is there anything wrong with that?" Liam asked, cutting me off before I could complete my statement. That son of a bitch. I thought he was going to act dumb in the first place. ”Oh..." Laura said, faking a laugh but Liam saw through her. “Emily, I mean, this is not making sense Liam. Didn't you both divorce?" Laura asked and this time, I was the one who replied. "It is a personal reason, Mother, a
I relaxed back into the chair, watching as Liam's expression didn't change one bit after what Mr Smith said. Liam leaned back into his chair, a look of interest on his face. "Of course, Mr. Smith. What can I do for you?" Mr Smith took a deep breath before launching into his explanation. "My business is doing well now," he said, a hint of pride in his voice. "But I've been thinking a lot about my personal life, and I've decided that I want to leave my position and sell the company." Mr. Smith repeated as if it was a sentence he had memorized over and over again. I part my lips to say something. I wanted to ask him why he suddenly decided to quit after putting me in this mess. I tried to negotiate with Mr Smith in the first place, and he made a terrible mistake by sending me to Liam. The truth is, I want to know what Liam threatened him with for him to release me in one go. However, whatever I was planning to say got caught in my throat the moment Liam's hand shot out, his fingers
I sat at the table, my mind racing with thoughts of frustration and annoyance. Why had I signed that contract in the first place? I blamed myself for being so stupid, for not thinking things through. I couldn't take it anymore. I picked up my bag and stood up, my eyes locked on Liam's face. "I'm out of here," I said, my voice firm. Liam looked up at me, a hint of surprise in his eyes. But he didn't say anything, just watched as I walked away. What did I even expect the devil of a man to say? That he would sympathise with me and tell me to forget the contract? He is enjoying this. I stormed out of the restaurant, feeling a sense of relief wash over me as I stepped out into the cool air. I hailed a taxi and got in because I didn't bring my car along. It was all because of Vincent after all. The driver asked me for directions which I told him before the car drove off. I glanced through the open window, enjoying the view, but that was all a lie; I was burning inside. Liam didn't com
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
LIAM'S POVThierry sent a message to me concerning Andrew who is in the prosecutor's custody. Report came to me that he will soon be charged to court and he keeps insisting that he won't talk until he sees me. All evidence points to him making it hard for his lawyer to defend him. There was no breakthrough for him which is why he decided to maintain his right to be silent.However, he was charged to court and yet, he keeps insisting that he needs to see me, which is why I had to dress up this morning just to see him."Sir, do you think we should at least take his underlings to him? If they confess, he will have no choice but to give in because everyone is against him." Theirry said, though I would have done that but I know it won't work because one of them will eventually take the Fall. They will even deny him all because they want him out by all means."Those guys have been trained not to speak up and instead, remain loyal to him," I said and descended the stairs slowly. It still f