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Fallen Apart Sixty-One
ARIA'S POVLena drove into the parking lot of Styles company and we climbed out of the car before making our way into the building. Xavier had insisted that we return to Chicago because I would continue to dwell in the sorrow if I remained in my parent's house. I had refused to leave because I didn't want him to be alone but he assured me that Savannah and Aurora would be back to the house in two weeks, so he wouldn't be alone. Though he didn't tell me about how things went with Savannah's family, I could tell that they had agreed to let them be together since they already approved of her to continue living with him.Upon stepping into the office, Summer stood from her desk and enveloped me in a hug. "Mr. Garret told us about what happened. I'm so sorry for your loss." "It's fine." I hugged her back.She pulled away when Celestine and Michelle came to stand next to us."How are you feeling now?" Celestine asked. "I'm trying to be good." I forced a laugh, ""You can take a few more
Fallen Apart Sixty-Two
ARIA'S POVThat Saturday evening, Dave insisted I spend the night with him in his penthouse. I wanted to prove stubborn and refused but I had to comply because Lena would be spending the night at the Garret house and I would be left alone in the apartment. After dinner, Dave and l lay on the bed in our nighties with our bodies entangled under the sheets, enjoying each other's company in silence."When are you going to be free so we can go and see my parents?" Dave broke the silence."I'll check my schedule and let you know," I fiddled with the hem of the sheets as my head rested on his chest.It has been two months after my parent's death and I had to admit that I was able to heal from the pain faster because I was surrounded with people who loved and cared for me. Their death left a space in my heart but I was contented that the criminal has been reprimanded and my parents were resting in peace.Though Dave has been a great support to me all those times he has also been pressuring me
Fallen Apart Sixty-Three
ARIA'S POVDave's car pulled up in the parking lot of his father's mansion. My fingers clasped together on my lips and my heart thudded in my chest loudly. I closed my eyes and took sharp intakes of breath to calm my racing heart but it did nothing to help."Hey, look at me." I felt Dave's hand on my cheeks, making me open my eyes to meet his beautiful amber eyes that were filled with concern. "I've told you there's nothing to worry about. I've got you." "Okay." I nodded as his words of assurance made my heartbeat slowly return to normal. "Are you ready?" he asked."Yeah." I smiled.He opened the door and climbed down from the car before coming to my side to open the door for me. I took his outstretched arm to climb out of the car and we walked into the house with our fingers intertwined.Mrs. Johnson, the Mendez housekeeper was the first to spot us when we stepped into the living room. "Dave, you finally graced us with your presence." A smile formed on her lips as she came closer t
Fallen Apart Sixty-Four
DAVE'S POVThat beautiful Monday morning, I sat in my office, staring at the red velvet box sitting on my desk. Inside the box was a diamond-studded ring that I had been carrying around for the past three weeks.I had been waiting for her to officially meet my parents before I proceeded with my plans. But when I think about what Aria would do if she finds out about why I was doing all that, I found myself holding back and reconsidering my decision.Taking the box in my hand, I opened it and stared at the ring, thinking about the consequences of not going through with my plans. After giving it much thought, I decided to go ahead with my plans. Everything will be fine as long she doesn't find out what my motives are. "Hey." Nixon pushed the door open. "Can you give me..." He paused and I glanced up at him to see him staring at the box in my hand with wide eyes. The shocked expression on his face morphed into a smile. "Are you planning to propose to Aria?" "Yeah." I closed the box and
Fallen Apart Sixty-Five
ARIA'S POVI stretched on my seat as work hour ended and began to pack my stuff in my bag. My teammates exited the office and I moved to follow behind them but I was stopped by Celestine."Aria, can I see you for a minute?" she requested with her eyes focused on the computer in front of her. "Sure." I made my way to her desk.She glanced up at me and stretched a flash drive to me. "It contains the record of all our designs since the beginning of this year, I want you to arrange according to the date and put that of each month in a different folder." "Okay." I took the flash drive and was about to put it in my bag when she stopped me. "What are you doing?" She raised her eyebrows at me. "I'm taking it home so I can finish it before tomorrow," I answered with a confused look on my face."You have to finish it here before you leave." "Like right now?" My eyes widened in disbelief and she nodded. "But work hours are over and...""Aria, are you complaining?" she cut me off while givin
Fallen Apart Sixty Six
ARIA'S POVHave you ever had a feeling that an important event in your life was happening at the wrong time? That was how I felt when Mrs. Mendez invited me to her house two days after Dave's surprise proposal to discuss the wedding plans. Dave and I had only been together for three months and we were already planning our wedding. If that doesn't seem rushed, then I didn't know what is. I was thinking twice about voicing my opinion to Dave because I didn't want him to think I was having second thoughts about marrying him. Being Dave's wife would be a massive dream come true for me because I couldn't imagine myself being with someone else.Mrs. Mendez had also been ecstatic about the whole wedding preparation and I would feel bad if I ask them to postpone the wedding that was scheduled for the next weekend, bringing an end to her happiness.A sigh escaped my lips as I sat on the bed next to my suitcase. The whole wedding thing was taking a toll on me, leaving me in a sea of confusion.
Fallen Apart Sixty-Seven
DAVE'S POV"What do I have left on my schedule today?" I asked my secretary as I made my way toward my office."You have a meeting with the branch managers in Pittsburgh this evening," he read from his Ipad. "I've arranged a car for you." I stopped in my tracks as memories of what happened the last time flashed through my mind. "I won't be going. Tell the managing director to send someone in my place.""Okay, sir." Pushing the door to my office open, I was greeted by a familiar figure sitting on my chair. I sighed as I walked closer to her. "You didn't tell me you were coming.""I thought I give you a surprise." Jenny stood from my chair and walked to me. She stopped in front of me with a seductive smile on her face.Just by looking at her, I could tell why she was here but I knew one thing for sure that she wouldn't get it from me. "What do you want?" She placed her hands on my chest, sliding them up to lock behind my neck. Bringing her lips closer to mine, she whispered, "You kno
Fallen Apart Sixty-Eight
ARIA'S POVThe days ran by so fast and it was already two days to my wedding. Everything starting from the hall to the wedding dress down to the cake was ready. All I needed was for my family to be there so that the day could be a joyous one for me.One problem I had was Dave, he had been off lately. He was closer to me these past few days but yet so distant. I could tell that a lot was going through his head and it was disturbing him but every time I asked, he said it was nothing. Out of concern, I went to Nixon to ask if he knew what was going on but he claimed it was the stress of the company and all the wedding plans that was affecting him. I wanted to believe that too but I couldn't. Dave was hiding something from me and I couldn't guess what it was.Feeling frustrated about the whole thing, I sighed and stepped out of the shower before wrapping a towel around my body and head. I walked into the room just in time for my phone to light up with a notification. I checked it and a sm
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