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A sinister smile graced my lips but I hid it when I realized Aysel was looking in my direction. I know Aysel is convinced but the truth is I know about Laura's fake clothing store from my past life.If I remember correctly, another woman exposed Laura’s shady store because this particular purple dress was just two collections, and two people wore it to the grand party, which was supposed to be held tonight in the Top Star Hotel.I deliberately told Chelsea to direct this particular woman to Laura's store because she would be coming to get the same dress there.Knowing that my plan worked, I felt a happiness bubble within me.Aysel was planning to talk amicably with the woman, but she had already put a call through.“Hazel, you need to come to my aid now. I will text you the address." The woman said and dropped the phone to her side.No one could shop again as they waited for what was to come. A short while later, one of the staff came back with a file while Laura walked behind the wom
Driving back to the mansion, I couldn't hide my grin as I listened to my favorite music through the air pods. The big television in the city was already showing the headline news about what happened at Laura's clothing store.I couldn't hide my happiness, and I didn't even know when I laughed out loud until I saw Thierry looking at my reflection through the rearview mirror.Clearing my throat, I looked at the view of the city. The music got interrupted when Chelsea's call came in. With a beautiful smile on my lips, I picked up her call.”Emily what have you done!" Chelsea's voice boomed through the speaker of the Air pods.I rubbed my thighs, still looking at the view of the city. ”Come on Chelsea. What are you talking about now?" I asked half joking, half smiling.”You are asking me what I am talking about?" Chelsea asked, and I wished I could come plain to her, but I couldn't.“What in heaven's name happened today? When did you start visiting the fortune teller?" Chelsea asked, and
My heart thud rhythmically in my chest which made me close the blinds of the room. “Emily, stop acting like a fool, please!" I said with gritted teeth, trying to calm my breathing.I exhaled two more times before pulling the blinds open. I felt the air around me tighten when I saw someone else come out of Liam's car.No!Maybe I was only having a small illusion. You know... because it's not just someone but a woman. And I will always recognize who it is, even if I am blindfolded.Maybe it was because of the strange energy I suddenly felt around her.Aysel came out of Liam's car and clung to his arm like a weak girl. I felt a bile rise in my throat, but I tried to push it back down, no matter how much I tried, the bitterness still lingered on my tongue.Liam is helping Aysel inside and it brought this foreign feeling to my chest. I closed the blind and took my hair bonnet. After wearing the hair bonnet, I walked out of my room intending to get the two to the sitting room.The moment I
LIAM'S POVAysel held on to my arm as if her life depended on it but the truth is Aysel's existence no longer excites me and I doubt it's because I no longer find her attractive.“Liam, please help me. I think I will just beg Emily to forgive me," Aysel said, sobbing, and the truth is, I hate it when a woman is a crybaby.This was one of the reasons I liked Emily. She will always handle everything in a mature way and she is never the type to act weak in front of a man. I knew Emily would never push Aysel down, but I acted that way because I was still angry by the fact that Emily dared try to enjoy the company of another man.Helping Aysel up, I took her upstairs and directed her to the guest room. “You can sleep here for the night," I told Aysel, and she looked at me with pleading eyes. At this rate, I knew I was going to snap at her. I can only allow her to get this close but other than this, I don't think I will allow her to get in the same breathing space as me.“You can stay th
EMILY'S POVThe knock on the door was what woke me up from my deep slumber. I thought I wasn't going to sleep last night because of what happened but it seems my fragile body took pity on my weak self.“Come in," I said out loud, but I doubted the person outside the door would hear me out, moreover, I had already locked the door before going to sleep last night.Maybe it was because a part of me was afraid of Liam coming inside my room.I came down from the bed and sauntered towards the door. Rubbing my eyes, I pushed the key into the lock, and the door flung open.“Bentley, it's you," I said, my voice laced with astonishment.“Yes ma, Good morning. You woke up late, maybe I should come back later." Bentley said, ready to walk back but I stopped her before she could turn around.”Aren't you going to clean the room?" I asked.”Yes, I am, but I will Come back, ma'am," Bentley replied.“Then come in and do it now. You should be done before I freshen up" I told her.Bentley came inside wh
EMILY'S POVI slipped on my sunglasses, excitement coursing through my veins. Today was all about sunshine, sea breeze, and laughter with my childhood best friend, Vincent. The last time we went out was Just like yesterday and I had to admit that I always have so much fun with Vincent.Today, I decided not to take Thierry with me but he insisted on coming with me.This might be the last time I will be seeing Vincent which is why I smiled warmly at him when I saw him from afar."You look beautiful Emily?" Vincent said, grinning, as he slid into the driver's seat."Thank you" I replied, smiling back.The drive to the beach flew by in a blur of chatter and hosting between me and Vincent. Vincent filled me in on his latest work projects, and I shared stories about my job as a comic book writer. We laughed and joked, enjoying each other's company.As we parked near the shore, the sound of waves crashing against the sand filled the air. I put off my shoes and walk barefoot to the shore al
LIAM'S POVAfter driving Aysel to the police station I made sure Laura got released before I left the station.When I got inside my car, I didn't hesitate to call Rylan to wait for me at the entrance of his clubhouse.It took me thirty minutes to get to where Rylan was.I rested my hand on the steering wheel, gazing out at the morning sun, my mind elsewhere as I parked the car in front of Rylan's clubhouse. Today, I wanted to visit my sister's grave with Rylan. We'd grown up together since high school, and he'd been close to my sister, Sophia.They were both in a romantic relationship which I didn't object to because Rylan had always been a good guy.He believes in true love compared to me and Maddox, which was why I accepted his relationship with my sister but then we didn't know her life would be cut down so short.It was one of the past I never planned to visit. If it was possible to turn back the time, I would go to that place instead of Sophia.Perhaps, she would still be alive
The sky was already dark with bright stars twinkling. I was already done preparing for the night when the honking sounds of the car from outside caught my attention. My gaze traveled to the wall clock, and I was astonished. I must say that Liam came early today compared to all other days.I stood up and walked to the dressing mirror to check myself. The night dress I wore accentuated my hourglass shape and I looked like a wild vixen.I was finding it hard to sleep and I doubt I will be able to even if I lie down now. Taking out my laptop, I placed it on the fancy table and played the adult movie I found.It was a short story about a Vampire who fell in love with a slave girl in the castle.I was so engrossed in watching the movie that I didn't hear when the door clicked open.The sound of the echoing footsteps was what prompted me to look behind me and my eyes melted the darkest one of Liam's eyes.”What are you doing here?" I asked standing up from the seat.Although there is a signi
Vincent came in early the next morning before Xander could leave for school. My eyes didn't miss the way they both played with each other before Xander bid Vincent good-bye to go to school. Vincent and I talk as if he didn't just confess to me yesterday but my stupid body reacted to his little touch as if I am a young teenager when I am not.“I will drive you to your place of work" Vincent said when he saw me checking the drawer for my car keys.“You don't have to bother yourself Vincent. I should thank you for staying with Xander this morning" I said and composed my expression, looking at him.“Allow me to stress myself Emily." Vincent said as he walked towards me It took me a great effort not to take a step back away from him.I swallowed hard when he got to my side and tucked some strands of hair behind my ear.“And I told you I won't hold back." Vincent said, his voice barely above a whisper as I held on to the side of my dress.“I won't stop myself from caring for you Emily. W
“I don't think I can do this, Vee," I said, only for Vincent to shut me up with a raise of his hand. He smiled at me and I could see he wasn't faking it in any way.For the First time, it felt as if this was the first time I would ever see Vincent smile this way. “I thought you would have noticed Emily. I thought I was giving you the signs for you to know that I am actually in love with you," Vincent said, and I shook my head slowly, my palms becoming sweaty.“It wasn't my fault. I mean we are friends. Best friends till we meet again in Los Angeles" I confessed without much difficulty.I didn't stutter or embarrassed myself. I aimed to clear the misunderstanding. I know I somehow use Vincent in order not to appear weak in front of Liam and Aysel.However, Vincent took another step towards me. If 30 centimeters apart before, then I have to say Vincent is breathing the same air as me because there is no space between us anymore.Anytime from now, Xavier's bus will arrive, and I will ha
I couldn't hold my anger in as I get up angrily. I wouldn't let Liam and Aysel disgrace me. However, Aysel turned to face me as if she knew what I had in plan. Maybe she thought I am going to tell Vincent to stood up from the seat then i will hug him but I didn't.“I have nothing more to do here and if you are that curious to know if he is someone I love, then I will give you the invitation card to our wedding" I said and Vincent stood up alongside me with a bow to the two nuisance in front of me.I walked out of the restaurant with Vincent, feeling a sense of relief that the uneasiness I felt is finally over. We walked towards the parking lot and I hop in. Vincent drived us to my apartment but my nerves didn't calm a bit as I get down from the car.There is this funny question heating me up and I wanted to ask him if my guess was true. I don't want to put Vincent in a tight position. Turning to face him as he closed the distance between us, I asked, "Hey, Vincent, can I ask you so
For a second, I thought Aysel was joking but it was all true when I saw the seriousness on her face.”Is there anything on my face Emily?" Aysel asked with a blank expression. “You coming right? I will text you the location" Aysel said as she walked back to meet Liam. The two said something which my ear couldn't pick up before they get inside the car.Vincent turned to look at me with his eyebrows. I guess he is communicating with me slowly to either come with Aysel or we should ditch her.My phone beeped in my hand. I checked the notification and saw Liam text on my phone. Actually, Aysel didn't have my number which was why Liam send the location text himself.“He sent the location. I think we should go" I said and Vincent nodded his head with a smile.He kissed my hand before he etwined my hand with his and dragged me to the passenger seat. Opening the car door, he pulled the door open and I get in.Vincent drove the car to the famous restaurant and help me with the door while Ays
”Hello, Aysel," I start, clenching my hand against my side while Vincent tries to focus his attention on me, but I doubt it would change a thing because I wouldn't act friendly to Aysel today.“Is there a reason I need to reply to that question you asked? I mean, we aren't that close to sharing something personal," I said aloud for her to grasp what I was saying.Liam eyes look in my direction briefly before he suddenly shifts his attention to Aysel. He didn't bother to walk in to explain himself. Perhaps, he thought I would open my mouth and inform Aysel myself that I am working as his secretary.Aysel laughed cutely, covering the part of her mouth with her hand. ”I'm sorry. It's just that I didn't expect Emily to talk to me that way," Aysel lied through her pretentious face as if I was the wicked person here.I scoffed only to notice a change in her expression. “It wouldn't be hard for you to tell me you came here with your new boyfriend," Aysel said with a scornful look.Calming m
It was already three minutes past 4 in the evening when I left my office room and walked towards the elevator. Liam left before me and he didn't bother to strike up any conversation with Mr after the heated argument we had in his office room concerning Vincent.I had to admit that he has been acting weird, which is not something I am oblivious to. It's all written on his face compared to in the past when he was good at masking his emotions but things are different now.“Ms Emily, will you be coming to the party? I heard it was thrown because of you" One of the workers working in the management department said, walking towards.She is a lady in her late twenties with a good petite figure. Something any man would be crazy for because of the way she carried herself with her stunning walking steps.However, I cleared my throat when I realized she just asked me a question and which party she was talking about. Or is anyone having a birthday party which I wasn't aware of?“Is there a party
Call me a Lunatic because the truth is I want to give Liam a slap for calling me a cheating woman when he knows nothing. The fact that he believed whatever lies Aysel told him is still outrageous, considering the fact that I was with him all through and the rare times Vincent appeared varies.“You have know right to say that to me when you are the one having an affair Liam. I only came here as your secretary out of your own will." I said, breathing through my lips as I tried to calm my nerves.”You signed the contract Emily." Liam interjected, acting as if I plead to him to take me back.If only he knew things won't be the same after the 5 month contract expired.“Because you are threaten me with someone else company Liam. You wanted to ruin what Mr Smith has used his life savings to build. You want to ruin it in span of 24 hours" I spat back with venom in my tone.I tried to adjust my expression, taking in a deep breath while Liam only looked at me as I just said something bad. He t
Vincent's eyes followed my direction. I cussed Liam in my mind before returning my gaze to Vincent. Perhaps, it's time to pay back. After all, Vincent will be coming to pick me up in the evening. I can as well act as if I was into him just to spite Liam.“I will be waiting till you get back to pick me up. I am going to miss you, Vincent," I said, and before he could reply to me, I closed the distance between us and kissed his cheek.Vincent's eyes glinted with mischievousness but I smiled to ease the tension.“Take care of your sweet," Vincent said before walking back towards his car, but suddenly, he stopped and walked back to me. My eyebrows raised in question, and at the same time, I felt a cold sweat break on my back. He knew he was looking at our way because he had refused to walk in since the car was parked. As if he wants to see the scene unfold right in front of him.Vincent's hand rested on my shoulder and I tense. “I wanted to adjust the polo." He gave one simple excuse, wh
The sun already rose from the East when I got ready to get to work. I picked up my bag and car key after bidding Xavier goodbye when he got inside the school bus.Turning the doorknob, my eyes widened like a saucer as if I had just seen a ghost, but it wasn't a ghost; actually, Vincent stood in front of my doorstep holding a bouquet in his hand. I smiled like a baby when he flashed me his brightest smile.“Good morning, Ugly duckling," Vincent said with amusement, and I couldn't hold back my smile.“This is a token of my heart to you," Vincent said, and I took the bouquet from his hand. Thank you, Vincent, I said, smiling while looking at the bouquet.“I actually came at the right time. 8 will drive you," Vincent said aloud, and I raised my eyebrows at him in question.“What?" I asked, raising my hands in the air in a dramatic way. The corner of Vincent's eyes twitched, looking at me. “That's ridiculous and I won't allow you to do that," I said, my voice dripping with sarcasm.“Says