Alton's POVSolana always keeps her distance.Whenever I take a step closer, she always takes a step back, trying to escape from me. But I won't give up; I'll keep pursuing her until she finally gives in and acknowledges her true feelings.I know she's trapped by the pain and fear caused by our past, so I will help her erase those burdens.I want to help her heal because I'm tired of watching her suffer from a distance, healing on her own."How's it going, man?" Sebastian asked when I visited his bar.He offered me a drink, and I accepted, downing it in one gulp."No progress, man," I confessed, referring to my situation with Solana.Sebastian tapped my shoulder and took a seat beside me."Are you giving up?" he asked, teasingly.I turned to him and shook my head, taking a sip of my drink before gazing at the crowd."I won't do that, man. I know deep down inside Solana still has feelings for me; she's just afraid to accept it and acknowledge her emotions," I said, filled with determin
Solana's POVI left his apartment and headed back to Kris's unit. I covered my face with a cap and face mask, hoping that reporters wouldn't notice me. But as soon as I got out of the cab, they started running towards me. Thankfully, the guards of the condominium came to my rescue and helped me escape from the reporters."Thank you," I said to the guards who assisted me, and then I made my way towards Kris's unit. When I stepped inside, I saw Kris busy on a phone call, looking stressed. As soon as she saw me, she dropped the call and walked towards me."Where have you been?" she asked, her eyes filled with worry."I talked to Alton," I replied.Kris nodded, her gaze fixed on my face."Are you okay?" she asked.I shook my head and sank onto the couch. Kris sat beside me, gently caressing my arm to calm me down."I called everyone I know who works at the TV station and told them to take down all news about Atlas. They said it will take a few days for the issue to die down," she said.
Alton's POVWhen Solana left I immediately called my secretary."Take all the news down related to me and my family," I said and after that, I dropped the call before driving towards Jacob's house hoping that Solana would be there.Upon arriving their helper guided me towards the living room and there I saw Jacob, drinking his coffee alone.I gather my courage and walked towards him.Jacob turned his head on me and then watched me intently."Can I talk to Solana?" I politely asked.Jacob stared at my face for a while before he let out a deep breath."Take a seat," he said so I oblige and sat across from him."Solana is upstairs in her room, resting," he said."Can I talk to her?" I asked but he firmly shook his head."My daughter needs time Alton. She will talk to you when she wants to," he said.I let out a deep breath and then nod my head."How is she?" I asked worry evident in my tone.I was a fool for asking that question because I knew that she isn't okay.The pain that she felt
Solana's POVI studied him intently, my forehead creased with concern."You don't have to pay me, Solana," he said dismissively, focusing his attention on some documents. But I couldn't let it go.The fact that he had spent such a large sum of money to block all news about me and Atlas made me feel guilty. It was a significant amount that I couldn't simply disregard.Taking a deep breath, I made up my mind and spoke."Fine, I will work for your company," I said. As he heard my words, he lifted his head and looked at me, clearly taken aback."You will work for me?" he asked, seeking confirmation.I sighed deeply and nodded.A smile began to grace his lips, but he quickly bit his lower lip, restraining himself from showing too much emotion.I took a seat in front of him, ready to discuss the details of the job he was offering."So, what will my job be?" I inquired.Alton leaned back in his swivel chair, folding his arms across his chest. He studied me intently as if contemplating what
Alton's POVA smile graced Solana's lips as she looked at me, but she caught me staring, so she looked away and turned her head to the side."Our food is here," she announced as she watched the waiter approach our table.The waiter placed our food on the table, but confusion creased my forehead when he also placed a cake with a lit candle in front of me.I glanced at Solana, seeking an explanation for the surprise cake."Happy birthday to you! Happy birthday to you! Happy birthday! Happy birthday! Happy birthday to you," Solana began singing, and everyone in the restaurant joined in, making me feel bashful.I smiled at Solana as she sang "Happy Birthday" to me."Happy birthday, Alton," she said, and tears formed in the corners of my eyes as she greeted me."Thank you," I managed to say, suppressing the tears from falling.I turned to the other customers and silently mouthed, "Thank you," to those strangers who sang me happy birthday before redirecting my attention to Solana."You didn'
Solana's POVWhen I finally calmed down, we decided to leave.Alton drove me towards my father's house, and during the entire drive, my thoughts is consumed by my mother's death.My mom had done terrible things to me. She never treated me like her daughter, but I couldn't erase the fact that she was still my mother, and her death still brought me pain.After a while, Alton's car came to a stop. I looked outside and realized that we had already arrived at my father's house. I turned to face Alton."Thank you for the ride," I said and stepped out of his car. But before he left, I peeked through his window and smiled at him."Happy birthday, Alton," I greeted him once again."Thank you," he genuinely replied and smiled back at me.I waved my hand at him before heading inside the house. As I stepped inside, the dim lights indicated that everyone was asleep, so I quietly made my way to my room.I lay on my bed and felt the exhaustion wash over me. I closed my eyes and allowed sleep to res
Alton's POVSolana let out a deep breath and rolled her eyes at me, leaning on the couch impatiently. A smile crept onto my lips, and I had to bite my lower lip to stop myself from smiling too much.I took another sip of my coffee. I was almost done, but I only took small sips to make it last for an hour."Don't you have work at your company?" she asked, raising an eyebrow and looking at me."I do, and I am working right now," I replied.As she heard my response, confusion played in her eyes, and her forehead creased."Working?" she asked, clearly disbelieving."Alton, you're just drinking coffee... for almost an hour," she pointed out."I'm not simply drinking coffee, Solana. I'm sealing a deal," I said, pointing toward the contract she was holding."I told you I would send it to your office once I'm done reviewing the terms and conditions of your company," she explained."Why are you so impatient? Why do you want me to leave already? We had fun last night, Solana. You treated me we
Solana's POVI stayed up all night reviewing the contract, so as I drove to Alton's company, I realized I hadn't gotten enough sleep.Upon arriving, I made my way to his office, feeling the fatigue weighing me down.The secretary informed me that I could enter, but I politely knocked on Alton's door before opening it slowly.As I stepped inside, I saw Alton sitting in his swivel chair, his gaze fixed on me.My heart pounded loudly in my chest as I approached his desk.Coming to a stop in front of him, I placed the document on his desk and cleared my throat before speaking."I haven't signed it yet, Alton," I informed him. Upon hearing this, his forehead furrowed with confusion.Alton took the document and checked for my signature, but when he couldn't find it, he looked at me puzzled."Why? What's wrong with the contract? Do you want to make changes?" he asked.I took a deep breath, meeting his gaze directly."You don't have to pay me, Alton. As I told you, this will serve as payment