Just as expected, Cameil denied taking the pendant from Lysander, claiming she knew nothing about it. In her words, she pointed fingers at me "If there is anyone to suspect in this scenario, it should be Ivy, not me!"I can't believe that Cameil still dares to point fingers at me when she's at fault. Well, I'll make the task easier for myself.I told Lysander that I had enough evidence to prove that Cameil actually stole the pendant. As if not bothered by my proclamation, Cameil went ahead and asked me to provide the necessary evidence I had against her as she was more than ready to defend herself from them.Not quite long had she asked me to do this I dialled the number of Mr Vale, the manager at The Moores Accessory Mall. He'll tell the truth if the pendant was sold to him."What are you doing? I mean who are you calling?" Cameil inquired in fright. "Just like they say, a guilty conscience fears no accusation. Since you believe that I am the liar here, why don't you wait for my evi
IVYLast night was worth the stress as I enjoyed the frustration on Lysander's face. One thing he hated is being ripped off of what belongs to him and I did that to him last night.While in my room, I raised the pendant and portrayed it in the mirror before me. As I gazed at it, I sniffed intensely remembering the beautiful relationship I used to share with Old Mrs Sylvie before her death. I know she may be sad that I took what she handed over to her son but I'm confident she'd understand why I did that.The moment I dropped the pendant, I saw a newsletter in the drawer beneath me. It has the heading 'The 2024 Couple Of The Year Edition' Picking the newsletter, I was lost in the thoughts of how much I wished I could attend this event someday as it was always full of so much fun. I was lost in these thoughts when a voice jolted me from behind "Do you wanna go to the event?" I turned back and saw Ethan. He previously went out to settle some issues in the office, I guess he's back alre
"Will the six selected couples please step onto the stage?" The hosts, a man and a woman, said, smiling gently as the couples started making their way to the stage. As I stood there, Ethan stretched out his left hand, his fingers extended in a gentle invitation as if seeking to intertwine them with mine. I placed my hand in his, and together we walked out.The stage had separate tables for each couple placed in threes opposite each other. We got so unlucky to have Lysander and Cameil standing opposite us!"The first game is called 'Do you know me!'" One of the hosts said and the other added "The couples are advised to face each other with the female's eyes blindfolded. Something will be done to you and you predict it or if not your partner did that to you. I hope it's clear to you all?""And with that, let the game begin!" The female host announced and some men walked to us with. a tray. Cameil gave me a threatening sight, an expression of victory furrowed on her face.I'm not fami
"... Lysander!" I controlled how I yelped. I was positive, Ethan didn't kiss me. I knew the enigmatic approach of Lysander, so it was easy to feel those gentle kisses of him once more.As Lysander stared at me, I tried my possible best to avoid eye contact with him. And the host made it easier for us by proceeding us to the next level of the game which left Cameil and I at the finale. I'd do everything possible to win this level and emerge as the winner, then I could watch Cameil get on her knees and beg me.The next section came with a dancing competition. The host announced, adding that the couple with the corresponding body movement wins the challenge and couples with an act of cheating will be automatically disqualified.Immediately after the host's declaration, Ethan grabbed me by my waist and pulled me closer to him. As his eyes locked into mine as my feet stood on his shoes, I could see Lysander's eyes attached to us even though he was holding Cameil.This is
"Really?" Cameil said, coming closer to me as if she wasn't bothered at all. "I can't believe that you still kept the hope that if I lose this game, I'll be kneeling for you. How pathetic you could be!" She added, giving me a sarcastic smile. I couldn't even control the anger strolling through my veins, I knew that this bitch would never keep to her word. "What now?" Her voice jolted me from my anger "Are you gonna beat me or make me kneel before you without my consent... Jokes on you, Ivy!" "You're right, I won't force you to kneel for me but I can do this..." I halted and immediately landed a FILTHY slap on her face. "This is what you get for going against our agreement! Agreement is always an agreement, Cameil!" "How dare you raise your hands on my fiance?" Lysander cut in immediately while Cameil clutched her face angrily. I'm not surprised, after all, he has promised the entire world for her, defending her in this case
CAMEILJust as I was about to click the 'Send' option, a voice echoed from behind. "You seemed to be in a happy mood this morning, huh?" I looked back and saw Lysander. I can't stand and watch him stay in darkness so I asked him to guess why I'm happy."You know I'm not good at guessing!" He said, his face infused with curiosity."Okay then, I will tell you why I am happy!" "Well, Xander. The person you're seeing just sealed a deal with the Landings Group! I am the latest Vice President Of Landings Group!" I said, turning around with an exciting smile on my face.While I turned, I noticed that Lysander wasn't fully happy about this. This got me hooked because he ought to be happy, after all, he needs a massive connection for Steel's Group to expand."And what's keeping you from being happy?" I asked, seizing the smile on my face. "Something happened?" I added but he chuckled instantly "Nothing happened, Cam...""I'm happy for you""But you
IVY"Are you sure you want to do this, Ivy?" Ethan asked, following the call I just made. I guess he never expected me to make a phone call requesting for all the gross profit of the Landings Group to be diminished!"I've never been this sure in my life, Ethan! I have so much faith that this plan will work out and Cameil will be getting it more than hot in the announcement party!" I responded with a strict face, no atom of joy was found in my expression.Ethan walked close to me and gripped my hands softly. As he raised my hand closer to his face, I seized to remove my face from his. And at this point, I don't know why my heart started beating fast!"I've always known you as a very soft lady, Ivy! But I never knew you could be as cruel as this..." He said, raising my attention to be rather curious than concerned."I don't understand, Ethan!" I said and Ethan chuckled softly. "I've never seen you this determined and cruel in my life, Ivy""We've known our
She continued walking toward me with a hostile face. Of course, she's Cameil's devilish mother, who supported her daughter's plan to become a fake Vice President.We've known for quite a time now, but I never really got to see her other side. Just like her Snake of a daughter, she used to pretend before me as the best mother in the whole world!"I don't have time for you, Miss Gloria. Just like any other guest here, I was also invited!" I responded, keeping my face off hers."I don't care if you were invited to this party or not, what I know is that you're not allowed to step your cursed Feet into this villa tonight!" "And why shouldn't I step into the villa?" I asked instantly "From what I heard, this party was organized by Thai Godson of the Landings Corp. Gloria wasn't even listed as part of the Servants hosting the party!""Excuse me?" She kicked off angrily, "In case you have forgotten, My husband is the President's PR manager! I advise you to keep your ton
{Cameil}Immediately I returned home, I wasted no time in running to my room. I slammed the door angrily after me as I held my hair tightly. I feel like pulling my head off because I'm about to explode in anger.Not only did my plan fail, Lysander did the unimaginable! I can't believe that he proposed to Ivy today– asking her to marry him!Remembering this, I pulled off the bedspread and flung it away. Cameil}Immediately I returned home, I wasted no time in running to my room. I slammed the door angrily after me as I held my hair tightly. I feel like pulling my head off because I'm about to explode in anger.Not only did my plan fail, Lysander did the unimaginable! I can't believe that he proposed to Ivy today– asking her to marry him!Remembering this, I pulled off the bedspread and flung it away. “Arrrghhhh!” I roared, my anger increasing per second. It is unimaginable to see the home I destroyed planning to reunite. It all seemed as though I am the fool here because I made the
[LYSANDER]I drove hastily on the busy road, the scene of Ivy and Ethan hugging reflecting on my head. I couldn't hold myself from remembering how Ethan confessed his feelings to Ivy and she also accepted– telling him that she also loves him.“Hughhhhhh!” I groaned, hitting my steering in anger. I don't care if this is called JEALOUSY or not. All that I know is that I have fallen head over heels for Ivy. If anyone had told me that I would eventually love Ivy at the end, I wouldn't have believed.At first, I thought I was using her to get on the good side of the unknown CEO of WASTON Group but later on, I realised that I love her so much.I even planned to propose to her. I thought I could make her mine again, but Ethan was also there kneeling with a ring in his hands. I didn't have any idea that he also planned to propose to Ivy. Had I known, I would have gone first and asked Ivy to be my wife.But No! I played the COWARD card. I pressed on the BRAKE and my car squashed to a halt
~IvyI walked Caleb and the cops down the stairs where Caleb was put in the van. Mr Tiago handshakes me. “Thank you so much, Miss Moore for bringing this issue to our notice. I promise that we won't be so lenient with this issue!”“Thank you, Officer…. You absolutely did your best!” I smiled at the inspector, exchange handshakes. Just as he was about to leave, some cars started driving into the compound. I was astounded to see this because aside from the police, I didn't notify any other person about my abduction. So who are all these people and what are they doing here?As I wondered about this, the people started walking out of their cars. Well, they were the Press.“Who called them here?” I turned to Mr Tiago who smiled at me. “I did call them some minutes ago. This doesn't have to remain anonymous, right?”I nodded, reversing the smile. “Of course!”Mr Tiago understands the assignment too well, he knows what to do and how to do it.But the Press who are present here were the sa
~IvyI could see the astonishment on Caleb's face. He never expected me to turn my back against him but what could I have done?Not like I have a choice, do I? I just planned everything and had all my plans arranged one after the other.Before the party started, I was already aware of Caleb's plan to abduct so I called the police to inform them beforehand;“Hello. Am I speaking with SPO2 Tiago Ramos?”=“Yes. Ma'am. May I know your reason for calling”}“I want you to assign me some of your men to be present in my launching partnership with JK Group. They shouldn't act when they see me getting abducted. They should only tail the car which had abducted me. And upon my approval, you Amy show your faces!”{“Copied, ma'am”}This was my conversation with the inspector. And here we are, it all went according to my plan!As the officers stared at me, Caleb gave me a devouring glare as he made a slightly strained movement, as if trying to break free from the chair.“You are a BETRAYER, Ivy!” H
Caleb gave me a stare which I couldn't process. But examining it clearly, it seeemd as though he would not reveal anything to me judging from his enraged eyes and clenched fists.But surprisingly, he nodded his head.“Yes, Ivy. I am the father of Cameil's child. You know the truth yourself so why are you making it difficult for you and me!”I smiled in my teeth after hearing Caleb's words. The camera captured that and it was time to move to the next stage of the inquiry. My goal was to have everything he said recorded so that I will have enough substantial evidence against Cameil when she tries to deny it all before the world.As I thought this to myself, Caleb fumed on his captivated body. “How long are we gonna play this game of question and Answer? Untie me and let me out of this place!”“Do you think it's that easy?” I asked, my eyes narrowing with suspicion, hoping to find more words from Caleb.“I have thousands of questions I need your reply to. So, don't try getting hope of l
~IvyI couldn't scream or even make any sound. The man started drawing me backward and I was there hoping for one person to just turn their torchlight on.But nobody did that. They only murmured“Why did the lights go off?”At this moment, I knew it was time to take my plan to the next level.No doubts, the person who pointed his gun at me was none other person butt Caleb. I heard his voice clearly. Aside from that, I knew it right from time that he would be executing his plan.I raised my hands above my head and willingly went alongside Caleb. No hesitation!The moment we got outside, he covered my face immediately with a sack. I was still going according to the plan, obeying every word Caleb says.I could only ask questions, pretending to be DAFT.“Who are you and why did you adopt me? Don't you know who I am?” I tried to threaten him but he pushed me inside his car and drove off.After a long drive, his car finally came to a halt. Just when he was about to bring me down from the
~IvyEthan and Lysander had their faces glued to each other, their faces expressed in astonishment. They seemed to be unaware that they were there together, kneeling together.But how possible?“What is going on here?” I was forced to make an utterance. “Is this a joke?” Ethan stood up first, taking my hand softly. “I don't know what this guy is doing here, Ivy. But believe me when I say that I planned all this for you. I wanted to tell you how much I love you and also prove to you that I am the best man for you. I don't know how Lysander got here!” He explained, his eyes laced with sympathy. I could see the HONESTY in his eyes. The way he looked at me, smiled at me and even protected me. All those memories just embraced my brain and I couldn't stop myself from glaring into Ethan's eyes.He stretched my hands forward, bringing out his ring as he uttered.“I can tell from your look what your answer is, Ivy! Thank you for granting me this wish. I love you, Ivy!”Ethan's voice was fill
~IvyI made my way to the banquet where the launching ceremony would take place. Everywhere was already decorated beautifully with Valentine's colour– all red. The walls and the screens showed samples of beautiful designs or rather past designs made by JK Group in the past.“What a wonderful decoration” I murmured to myself, reaching out for a glass of wine before me.Then, I remembered Ethan. He said he would be coming to the event but he is not here yet. What could have kept him up by this time? I brought out my phone, attempting to dial Ethan's number when I remembered the text he sent me minutes ago. I ceased dialing his number, recollecting that Ethan and Lysander had both sent the same message. Word to word and paragraph to paragraph.Leaving me wondering what “surprise” they have for me. Regardless of that, I still went on to dial Ethan's number but received no response.Just then, someone touched me from behind.“Sorry to disturb you, Miss Moore but I have been asked to br
IvyOur car suddenly came to a halt, pulling me slightly from my seat. My phone even fell off from my hand.I had to sit properly, adjusting my posture. “What is the problem?” I shouted, glaring angrily at the driver.“Madam, there are so many people standing before us. I don't know why they are here but it seems as though something is going on”“What is it?” I queried instantly. “Go have a look… I don't want to be late for this occasion!”“Okay, ma'am…” The driver stammered, pulling off his seatbelt. Just as he wanted to step down, I spoke up.“Never mind!” I rolled my eyes from him. “I will check it out myself!”I opened the door and walked out. The driver was right, there were indeed a large number of people on the road. And they seemed to be concentrating on one person.I examined them properly and couldn't differentiate them from the press. They were the press. But who are they interviewing?I wore my shades, positioning my movement to corespond with my flamboyant dress. As I wa