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Fallen Apart Part 2: Chapter Seven
DAVE'S POVThe morning sun streamed through the large windows of the conference room and pooled in splashes of gold across the polished mahogany table and the orderly tautness of the chairs. My heart raced, a mix of anticipation and determination. This was it, the day, the one I'd been preparing for since I walked out of prison. Today, I would stand before Styles Company's investors and convince them their trust in me and the company wasn't misplaced.I straightened my tie and looked to my left at Nixon, who was sitting beside me, going over his notes. Through all of this mess, Nixon had stood by my side. As managing director, he had managed to keep the ship afloat during my tumultuous years away, but he also knew as well as I did that what the company needed was some serious juicing to get it back on track."Ready for this?" Nixon asked, looking up from his notes.I nodded nervously. I was trying to steady my nerves. "Yeah, I'm ready. We worked hard for this moment."Nixon smiled, se
Fallen Apart Part 2: Chapter Eight
Aria's POVThe evening was rather cold; a whisk of coldness tickled my skin as I stepped out of my apartment. Taking a deep breath, I tried to calm my nerves. Tonight was the second date with Jax, he planned the date at the last minute because the launching ceremony we were supposed to attend was postponed.I couldn't help but feel a little bit excited yet very nervous about it. Opening myself once more to another person after all that happened with Dave, was just so daunting.That night, I decided to go classic in a plain dark navy blue with a light floral design. I'm wearing a light jacket, with my hair loosely curly and just enough make-up to make features pop. I turned the key to lock my door behind me. Lena came out from the living room."Have fun tonight!" she chirped with a smile. "And stop over-worrying; just enjoy."The nagging thoughts were unbearable. I smiled a little."Thanks, Lena," I said. The residence was unbearably quiet on the way to the restaurant; thoughts rushed
Fallen Apart Part 2: Chapter Nine
Dave's POV The office seemed to hum with activity this morning. I could feel the eyes of my employees upon me as I walked the halls. I couldn't rightly blame them; no doubt it was just as hard to get used to having me back. I took a deep breath, squaring my shoulders to push myself to be sharp today. It was one more step travelling down this long, difficult road of taking back my life and rebuilding this company. I had barely settled into my office chair when Nixon appeared in the doorway with a load of papers tucked under one arm. He gave me a nod, that thin smile again. "Good morning, Dave. Ready for the day?" "Morning, Nixon. As ready as I'll ever be," I replied, extending my hand to take the papers from his grasp. "What's on the agenda? "We've got a few meetings lined up, mainly with some investors. They're still a little gun-shy after everything that happened, but I'm sure we can win them back," he said reassuringly. "Thanks, Nixon, I appreciate your support," I said a
Fallen Apart Part 2: Chapter Ten
Aria's POV I ironed the dress fabric for the tenth time in front of the full-length mirror. It had been in such a deep sapphire shade that it wasn't black but a very dark blue colour, truly befitting me. Subtle shimmering clung to my figure under the dress, catching every movement of mine. I selected something simple, yet elegant, not too loud to be conspicuous. My hair was pulled back into a loose chignon, a few ends left free to swing about my face. I'd wanted to look sure and unshakeable, if nothing else, unflappable in the face of whatever the night might throw at me.My concentration finally was broken when I heard a soft knock at my door. I turned to see Lena peering through the half-opened door. Her face broke out into a wide grin as she took in my appearance."Wow, Aria. You look pretty Jax is going to flip all over the place when he sees you."I tried to smile, but my stomach was all in knots as I said, "Thanks, Lena. I'm just… I don't know. I'm a little nervous about tonig
Fallen Apart Part 2 : Chapter Eleven
Dave's POVI was seated at my desk in my office, the pen drumming on the smooth wood, the hard gaze set on the pile of papers before me. Contracts, proposals, and another sort of very important document to do with Styles but my mind strayed—again. It always did where she was concerned these past few days.It was a few days after the meeting with the investors, and though I felt much more confident about the prospects of my business, my mind kept reverting to her. What a look she gave me in that restaurant, all mixed up with one of both surprise and something else, which I could not quite lay my finger on. And then there was that very undeniable spark that flew between the two of us, prompted by Aranne, no doubt.I exhaled noisily, and I shoved the papers aside, facing instead my phone. It was then that I began to scroll through the usual deluge of work mail, updates, and messages of assorted mundanity—until something did catch my eye. Written in scarlet red across the middle of some e
Fallen Apart Part 2: Chapter Twelve
Aria's POVIt deflated my insides, almost like I'd been socked in the gut, seeing him sitting in my living room. My hand unconsciously clutched the strap of my bag as I stood frozen in the doorway, and the world seemed to shrink down until it was just him, Dave, the man I once loved with every fibre of my being, staring back now with an intensity that sent my heart racing."Aria," he murmured this time, softer. "We have to talk."Part of me wanted to turn and run, away from this moment—but something held me in the gaze he pinned on me, so desperate and raw. I stepped inside and shut the door behind me with a soft click, throwing my bag onto the nearest chair."What are you doing here, Dave?" My voice was laced with sharpness, for effect only, influenced by a long day and the emotional pressure of seeing him again."I've come to see you. I needed to talk to you," he explained, rising from the couch.I crossed my arms over my chest; my body language was protective under this emotional t
Fallen Apart Part 2: Chapter Thirteen
Dave's POVLeaving Aria's apartment was like treading away from a piece of my heart. Sometimes that quiet click of the door closing behind me did feel very much like an echo in my mind, marking an end to something I wasn't ready to let go. That was a very cool night—much of a contrast to the raging fire in my chest. I stuffed my hands into the front pockets of my jeans and wrestled with frustration, hurt, and loss, almost palpable at the base of my throat.I needed a drink. Something to wash away the image of Aria's tear-stained face, her quaking voice when she said we were through. This was more than one should have to take sober. Half-consciously, I wandered into the nearest bar—well, then, a tiny, dimly lit, hole-in-the-wall that used to be a regular when things got tough. It wasn't classy, but it did the trick: a place to lose myself for a few hours.It was all but empty until I came in except for a couple of regulars nursing their drinks at the bar. I took the stool at the very e
Fallen Apart Part 2: Chapter Fourteen
It was a very quiet day until I walked into my office after lunch. As usual, I was surrounded by hums of activity: phones ringing, keyboards clicking, colleagues murmuring about deadlines and stories. As I went in, lost in thought and mentally planning for the rest of the day, something strange caught my eyes on my desk.There, centred, stood a grand, nice, and laid-out gift basket, covering most of the area where my laptop usually rests. Beside it was a bouquet of fresh and vibrant flowers: roses, tulips, and some stalks of baby's breath, all tied together with a silk ribbon.I stopped, momentarily blinking at what lay before me. Who'd done this? I walked closer to where the basket and flowers were set, putting my bag down on the chair so that I could examine things more closely. Inside, I found some gourmet treats: chocolates, artisanal cheese, wine, and even a few luxury skincare products.It was quite the lavish production, the little certificate, but what threw me right off was t
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