My eyelids fluttered open, to see a white ceiling above me and the familiar antiseptic smell of hospitals and the faint beeping of a medical machine beside me. I still felt throbbing pain in my head.I turned my head slowly, to see the medical machine by my side. It's obvious now, I’m at a hospital.I looked around the room but no one was there except me. I turned to the cabinet but my phone wasn't there. "Where is David?" I muttered to myself.Just then a nurse opened the door. And I immediately raised my hand. "Doctor, Doctor he's awake!" she called out, And then I heard foot steps and the doctor walked in. I looked up to see his face recognizing him as the Doctor who usually oversaw Selena's monthly check-ups. "How are you feeling? Does your head still hurt?" He asked me. I nodded slightly, "Not as much, but it's still there. I groaned, what's the caused of my headache and why did I blank out?" I questioned."The impact from the blow you received was quite severe," he replied.
Colin's POV Selena looked up at me for sometime. "Colin, I can't have this conversation with you right now. You are now aware that I've lost my memory, and I have no recollection of what led to that moment. Moreover, you shouldn't be here, you should honor the terms of the restraining order you signed.". Selena replied. I took a step forward, but Selena moved backwards, "Colin, please, just go. It's over. I'm not an object that you can claim ownership of. Remember, I am my own person," Selena added and then turned to Jasper. "Jasper, let's go,". She said and placed her hand on his arms, Selena and Jasper walked past me and walked down the hallway. I couldn’t say a word. All I could do was stand there still trying to get my head straight. I looked down at myself then up at the hallway but Selena and Jasper were out of sight now. I heard a sudden sharp sound and felt an ache in my head. Startled, I turned towards the source of the noise, only to see Lisa standing there.. "You're no
It's finally over, the last four days were hectic, several clothes designed by Vera, several wear and tears, clothes worn and lots of pictures taken. I was worn out and given a day off. Today is my free day. I lay on the couch with popcorn in my arms as I watched TV, chewing and getting the rest I needed. Just then my phone started ringing. I dropped my popcorn picking up my phone from the side of the couch. The Caller ID named Mr Inman. “Hello” I replied immediately I picked up the phone. “ Selena, sorry to disturb your free day but something came up, I got a call from a client who said he needed you as his model” “Me?” I asked “ Yes, he said he saw you at the Cyber Connection gala and wants you to be his model,” he replied. “I would have gone instead to talk things with him but I am busy right now with Mr Santos, you know what I mean!” “ Yeah I do, but is Mr Santos okay with it?”“How?, I don't understand!” He asked. “ I mean, I'm his company's model right now, won't he be an
Colin took steps closer while looking at Zack. I turned to Zack looking into his eyes, as I shaked my head. I hope he understands what I meant.“ Selena!” Zack said again, walking closer.“ How have you been? It's been a long time!” “ Who is he?” Colin asked almost immediately.I looked up at Zack and then at Colin. “ His my childhood friend, we grew up together” I lied, before Zack would say something.“ Your childhood friend?, you never…” “ It's all in the past now Colin!” I interrupted.I took a step forward and held Zack’s arms. “ Like I said, Zack is my childhood friend, Zack this is Colin!”“ Colin?” Zack asked, but then I said nothing.“ I'm Zack,” he stretching his hand for a handshake. “ I’m Colin,” Colin replied, taking his hand for a shake. It suddenly felt awkward and I waved at Colin.“ Goodnight Colin, thanks for the flower and the dinner” I said, not wanting Colin to stay much longer.“ You're welcome, aren't you leaving yet?” Colin asked Zack.“ We have a lot to cat
Lisa dropped the couch pillow, rushed to me and held my hands “ Selena I really need your help, my life depends on this, if you don't help me I might lose my mind. Selena with this I'll know if you're truly my friend” Lisa urged.“ And what's that about?” I questioned.“ I need you to help me with Zack, you know I've loved him for years, I regret not being able to tell him how I felt , I lost my chances alot, so right now I don't want to lose anymore chances, right now I'm in for the words You only live once”. She pressed.“ So what do you want me to do?” I asked. “ For a start, because I really want to take things slow and sweet, help me tell him good things about me, Interesting things, things that will make him laugh. You always say I'm cute right?, tell him those cute things I did. I read in books that it do works, he will find me attractive and you know try to….” Lisa smiled shyly looking me in the eyes “ you know what I mean”.“ I understand, but I don't know how to bring that
Seeing the look on her face, I looked away, averting my eyes from hers. Thinking she would take a step, and just walk away but surprisingly she didn't, I looked up to see Bella looking down at me. “ Why do I feel so small with her looking down at me” I whispered to myself and then stood up from the seat, arrange my clothes and made to take a step forward but Bella blocked my way."Fancy seeing you here, Selena!” Bella said, but I said nothing. I moved to walk the other way but Bella blocked me again.“I wonder what you could possibly have to talk to Dr. Andrew about. He must be very busy already with all his important patients in his list." “I'm sure whatever it is, it's none of your business.” I respond, dismissing Bella‘s remark.“ Well….!”Lisa and I met Bella in College in our first year, we became friends and we decided to become three best friends Forever but then it never worked out, Bella and I fell out after three years of friendship. Although she's still friends with Lisa,
As soon as Jasper asked what Mr Zack does, I couldn't move or say a word. Telling Jasper, Mr Zack is actually Colin might bring up issues. “ Are you still there?” Jasper interrupted my thoughts. “ Yes…Ehmm he's a game developer, yes a game developer” I answered, hoping he wouldn't get caught on with that, I know his aware of Colin being an App developer. “ Oh, have you finalized everything with him?” Jasper pressed. “ No, not yet!” I whispered trying to think of a way out, I really don't want to hide it from Jasper but then again I can't tell him the truth. “ We haven't finalized it,” I added. “ Alright, and I really don't want to be away from you Selena but now I got no choice” Jasper said all of a sudden, but then went silent. And I said nothing. “ I almost forgot, with Vera’s help I was able to find out that one of the photographers is actually Colin's friend, I mean the guy with met with him at the restaurant named David. and funny enough I didn't notice it, at first I won
Colin walked off and I sat there losts in thoughts for some minutes before gradually eating my meal. I was about finishing my meal when one of the staff walked to me.. “ Miss Kings, the car is ready, Miss Rachael and Mr Martins are waiting for us at Luxe Scents. “ Okay” I replied, stood up and we both walked to the car, soon the car Zoomed off. We arrived at Luxe Scents and I was greeted by the CEO Mr Martins. Who showed me the fragrance I would be modeling. And soon we went on with the contract signing.i “ You would be Luxe Scents model for the next Six months, you can choose to make it a year if you want” Mr Martins explained. “ I’ll go for the six months plan first, but will I be in Paris for the next six months?” I asked, and immediately stole glances at Rachael who shaked her head and Mr Martins continued. “ No, miss Kings, you’ll go back to Boston Hills, But you will need to come to Paris anytime we need you as a model, that's the essence of the contract!” “ Oh, okay”
Aviva POV “Please, Aviva,” Levi pleaded, “There has to be another way. You don’t have to do this.”I stared at him, “I’m sorry, Levi, But this is the path I’ve chosen. I won’t betray Elara.”, deep down I know fully well I can't place my mom's life in danger. I turned away from Levi, my heart in pain I couldn’t quite place it. I knew I’d hurt him, but I couldn’t back down. I owed Elara too much for that.Elara had promised me so much, a new life, a fresh start. But at what cost? Was it worth sacrificing my relationship with Levi? Was it worth the risk of losing everything I’ve worked for?For days I threw myself into my work at Global Reach, trying to bury my doubts and misgivings beneath paperwork and meetings. But no matter how hard I tried, I couldn’t escape the nagging feeling that I’d made a terrible mistake. But at least, I got to give mom the better life she had given me. my phone rang and i glanced at it to see the caller Id Levi but i avoided the call. for days Levi had been
Levi POVI left the cafe, my mind was racing. I knew that Armstrong was right. I didn't have much time. Global Reach Enterprises was circling like vultures, waiting for ByteForge Technology to fall.But there had to be another way, a way to save my company without giving in to Thier demands.I pulled out my phone and dialed Dad's contact, i had promised myself i would never asked Dad for help but i guess i need to break my promise. “Hello Dad,” I said when he answered. “I need your help." “Levi?” Dad asked in surprise, “What is it, son? What’s going on?”I took a deep breath, steeling myself for what I was about to say. “Dad, I’m in trouble. ByteForge is in trouble. I’m about to lose everything.”There was a long pause, and then Dad spoke. “I see. And what can I do to help?”" I want to know the real owner behind Global reach Enterprise, they want ByteForge , like there are desperate and any silly move from me might ruin everything, i want to know who i'm fighting not shadows" “T
Levi POVI sat in my office, replaying all that Aviva had said to me a while ago. For the past months my company ByteForge Technology has been going through a severe rough patch, is the breach thing Aviva talked about the cause? I sat down wondering.I paced around my office. Aviva’s words echoed in my mind, and I couldn’t shake the feeling that something was off. The security breach she mentioned could be the work of a disgruntled former employee? Or could it be something more sinister? As the CEO of ByteForge Technology I have to take this seriously. If someone was targeting our company, we needed to be prepared. But was Aviva telling the truth? Or was she part of something more nefarious?My thoughts were interrupted by a knock on the door.“Come in,” I called, returning to my desk and trying to appear composed.My assistant, James, entered,“Sir, we’ve been contacted by Global Reach Enterprises. They want to speak with you about a…potential collaboration.”“Potential collaboration?
Aviva POVElara’s laughter faded away as she walked out, I could practically feel the tension in the room. We all knew what was at stake, what would happen if we failed.“Okay,” Parker said, breaking the silence. “So we get in, find the backup server, and get the info. Sounds simple enough.”I knew it wouldn’t be that simple, not with the high stakes and the security precautions in place. But I also knew that Parker was trying to lighten the mood, trying to keep us focused.The three of us left the conference room, each of us lost in our own thoughts. I could feel my legs getting heavy, making every step feel heavy and slow.“Don’t worry, Aviva,” Armstrong said, putting a hand on my shoulder. “We’ve got this. We’re going to get the information and get out, no problem.” I nodded, trying to smile. But I couldn’t help but feel creeped out. Something about this mission felt…off.Soon it got dark and we made our way towards Byteford Technology headquarters, disguising ourselves as janitors
Aviva POV“A pleasure to meet you, Ms. Rutherford,” I replied, trying to keep my voice from shaking. “I appreciate the opportunity to discuss this position with you.”“Indeed,” Elara said, her gaze assessing me “I’m sure you’re wondering why we’ve reconsidered your application after all this time.”I took a deep breath, gathering my courage. “I am curious, Ms. Rutherford.”“Have a seat,” she gestured for me to sit. I sat down in the chair across from her, feeling as if I were being measured and weighed, Elara leaned back in her chair, her eyes fixed on me. “I’m not going to lie to you, Miss Rogers. We’re desperate. Our recent ventures haven’t been as successful as we’d hoped, and we’re in need of new blood.”A chill ran down my spine at her words. “And you believe I’m the right person for the job?”Elara smiled, a cold, calculating smile. “I believe you have potential, Miss Rogers. You impressed us during the initial interview, and your determination to find employment even after we
Aviva POVThe disciplinary committee was a panel of three stern faced executives, each with a folder of documents in front of them. Bianca took her seat at the head of the table.“Aviva Rogers,” she said, her voice clear and authoritative. “You stand accused of falsifying company records and conspiring with other employees to undermine the authority of your superiors. How do you plead?”I opened my mouth to protest, but the words died on my lips. I knew it was useless. Bianca had made up her mind.“We have compiled a significant amount of evidence,” one of the disciplinary committee interjected, “But we’re willing to offer you a deal. If you confess, we’ll let you leave with a slightly more favorable recommendation.”I glared at him, my hands balled into fists under the table. “I didn’t do anything wrong,” I replied instead of pleading, “I refuse to confess to crimes I didn’t commit. I was set up!”The committee members exchanged glances, “Very well,” Bianca smirked,“We will proceed
Aviva POV" She would not if we all work together, we can cover for you. Divide up the work so it looks like you’re doing it all yourself, but we’re helping behind the scenes. i promise we would do it just like you and no one will notice" Jeff advised.I hesitated. It was a risky plan, and part of me worried about the consequences if we got caught. But the alternative of failing to meet Bianca’s impossible deadline was even worse. I nod at least I'll be able to get a good night's rest. Feeling renewed with hope, I returned to my desk and began sorting through the files, dividing them up among Jeff, Clara, Dana and Sarah who suggested she would help. We’d have to work quickly and discreetly, and we can do it.The hours passed, we passed the files around, each of us working on different sections. We didn’t talk, didn’t even look at each other. Finally, the clock, near midnight, the last file was finished.“Are you sure no one will notice?” I whispered to Jeff as I placed the files ba
Aviva POVSwallowing hard, I got up from my desk and made my way to Bianca’s office, each step feeling heavier than the last.I entered her office, and Bianca was standing by the window, her back to me. She didn’t turn as I approached.“Close the door,” she barked. I obeyed. What have I done wrong now?“You will never humiliate me like that again,” Bianca hissed, finally turning to face me.“I…I don’t know what you’re talking about,” I stammered, Bianca’s eyes flashed with rage. “You spoke to James,” she spat. “You thought you could go over my head and complain about your little cleaning assignment, didn’t you?”I blinked, my mind reeling. How did she know? “I…I didn’t…”“Liar!” she shouted.It's obvious she knew about it yesterday. Why bring it up now? Is she trying to drive to something? I wondered, staring at her. I stood there, paralyzed, as Bianca paced back and forth in front of me, her heels hitting the floor hard.“You think you can outsmart me? You think you’re special just
Aviva POVI felt so relieved and I felt like I could breathe again. “Thank you, James, I appreciate your help.”“It’s no problem, Miss, Bianca can be a handful, and I know Levi wouldn’t want you to be treated like that. But if she continues to give you trouble, you need to tell me. Don’t keep it to yourself. Now, why don’t you head back in there and start proving your worth?”. I nodded smiling, I turned and head into the department office when i suddenly heard my name from Bianca's office, "Aviva come over" she said loud and i sighed before heading there, i got into her office and she leaned back into her chair." I saw the strings you pulled, but take this, " she threw a file to work, " work on it and submit it tomorrow." I caught the file mid air, feeling the contents,“What is it?” I asked, curious piqued despite my wariness.“It’s a project for one of our biggest clients,” Bianca said, leaning forward. “I expect you to review the numbers, make sure everything is in order, and hav