“ Welcome to Mystic restaurant. “ Beauty said all smiles as she attended to a customer. The lady stared at her from head to toe and she looked away. The first code of the restaurant was to take shit from anyone if you want to your job. Funny, right? That's the only way she could survive. The job was paying well but the customers were annoying but she had to put up with them everyday. There were some loving ones who managed to lift her day. " Is she going to serve me? “ The lady asked her partner after checking her out. " Of course. She's a waitress, that's her job. “ The man who accompanied her sent absentmindedly. It was obvious the lady didn't want Beauty to serve her. " I'm sorry Ms, did I do something wrong?" Beauty asked. “ You did everything wrong! Your presence here is suffocating!" The lady barked and Beauty gulped. “ I'm sorry. I'll send for my partner. " She said and left for the kitchen. “ Hey Daniel could you attend to the customer on table four please?" “ That's arr
The next morning, Elsa followed Beauty to the supermarket since she had no shift no the restaurant. Elijah opened up early and some few junior staff were already there. “ Hi Elijah. " Elsa said with a huge smile as they walked into the supermarket. “ Hey pretty. " Elijah winked playfully and she chuckled. “ Thought you were still in Francisco?" “ Nah got back yesterday. " She lied. She had actually been back for almost four days. “ So where's my San Francisco package?" “ I'm sorry. Was there supposed to be a package?" Elsa teased and they both laughed. “ Hey am I invisible here?" Beauty pouted and Elijah chuckled. “ You're never invisible." He said and hugged her. " What's my job? “ Elsa asked. " Your job is to sit and be quiet. " Cara said walking in. " Ms Cara, don't you look ravishing today? Love your shoes." Elsa winked and Cara shook her head. “ Just don't insult any customers today. " Cara said. “ Me? Y'all know I'm a good girl. I would never. By the way, Ms Cara I d
Beauty waited till most of the customers were gone before she came out of the restaurant. Her loan was due in five days and she just got fired from her well paying job. What was she going to do? Her mind quicky went to her high school friend, who was into escort. She had tried to persuade her into doing it but Beauty was not easily swayed. “ You'll die a virgin. " Her friend would always mock her. “ Here goes nothing." She whispered as she dialed her line. “ Beauty, what's up?" Tonia said. There was a heavy noise in the background. “ Hey. I need your help. " Beauty said. “ My help?"“ I just got fired and my loans are due. "“ You need a guy. Alright meet me at Saltos hotel in two hours. We'll discuss. " Tonia said and hung up. “ Great, Beauty. You're going to fuck a stranger for money. Great! “ She muttered as she crossed the road absentmindedly. She heard a loud screech and she quickly jumped off the road. “ Hey!" She exclaimed. ...Mason went straight to his office when he
The next morning, Beauty dressed up for her meeting with Mason. She wore her most expensive gown since she didn't know where he was taking her to. It was a white fitted gown with tiny straps as it's sleeves. It had a belt which she tied on her tummy. She packed her hair in a loose ponytail and wore matching white heels. “ Miss Beauty." She heard a knock on the door. Her apartment was located at the far end of the street at the end of rows of apartments. It was a small apartment with at the far corner and it was barely noticable. “ Coming. " She said as she opened the door. “ Good morning, I'm Clyde. Mr Alaric's secretary. "“ Oh do come in. " She stepped aside and he entered. " Nice home. “ He said and she smiled. " Thank you. “ She nodded. " So are we making the deal now? “" You'll be meeting Mr Alaric in his penthouse downtown. There we'll sign the contract. “ Clyde said. " There's a contract? “" He's a business man. There's always a contract. “ Clyde chuckled. ....Mason's
“ Celeste calm down. He'll come around. He has no other choice than to marry you. " Mr Alaric said to Celeste who was breaking everything in her way. They were in his study, she had gone there waiting for him immediately he left for Mason's room. “ I want him to look at me at least. Even if it's just a hi. “ She groaned frustratedly." He will. It would take time but he will. You're to be his wife after all so he has no other choice. “ Mr Alaric said. " Will you make sure of that? “" Yes I will. Even if he doesn't, I'll make sure one of my sons marry you. “ Ryan who had been listening to them hurriedly ran to Mason's room and locked the door. “ What the hell Ryan?" Mason quickly covered himself up with his towel. He was just coming out of the bathroom after taking a quick shower. “ There's no need covering it up. I've seen it all since the day I was born. " He winked and Mason glared at him. “ You're not even supposed to be home yet. " He said and Ryan scoffed. " I got back e
“ I said who the fuck is she?! “ The lady yelled again and Beauty looked up. " Gosh she looks like a gypsy. Who wears lipstick like that? “ Beauty said to herself. " Why hello Celeste. I didn't know you would be here. “ Mason said and she scoffed. " It's your best friend's party, I thought you were going to ask me to come with but here you are with this thing. “ Celeste said disgustedly. " Why would I want to come here with you?" Mason asked. " Because I'm your fiancee! “ She snapped. " Baby, who's she? “ Beauty asked. She had been listening to them and she could tell from their conversation that one person was not into the idea of being with the other and that person was Mason. " No one. “ Mason said and pecked her forehead. Celeste stared at them boiling in anger. Mason held her hand tightly and caressed while Celeste watched on. " You! I'm telling your father. “ Celeste threatened. " Feel free. “ Mason shrugged. " You know what he can do Mason. “ Celeste said and he arche
Mason's car came to a half at the front of large building. It was a seven story building with different departments. On the last floor stood a huge logo of 'CE' written on a image of girl. “ Wow." Beauty muttered as she came out of the car. She had always wanted to work as a model under Christine but the form was too expensive. “ Let's go in." Mason said and held her hand. “ Do we have to hold hands?" Beauty asked and he quickly removed his hand. “ Oh. Let's just go in." He said and she nodded. He walked in briskly like he had been there a couple times. “ Mason." A pretty slender lady with strawberry blonde hair and grey eyes called when they were about to go into the elevator. “ Christine Miller." Beauty screamed within herself as her eyes grew wider. She had always dreamt of meeting her in person. “ Christine. “ Mason smiled shortly. " I guess you were going to my office. “ Christine said. " Yes I was. “ He said and she glanced at Beauty. " Is she the one? “ Christine aske
“ Here's to a dream come true." Sandra said as she clicked her wine glass with Beauty's. They had all gone out to celebrate after Beauty dropped the big news. “ My tiny girl's finally achieving her dreams. " Elijah smiled. “ Thank you best." Beauty winked charmingly. " I'm sure you'll be next. ““ When do you start?" “ Next week. "“ Your boss might be the best man I've ever come across after my dad." Sandra said and Beauty laughed. “ Boss? You didn't tell me you were already working. " Elijah said and she chuckled. “ It must have skipped my mind. Don't mind anything Sandra says, my boss has nothing to do with this. " “ Is he the one who's been dropping you off this days?" Elijah asked and she bit her lips secretly. “ Shit! I forgot he lived opposite me now. Think of a perfect excuse. “ Beauty said inwardly. Before she could reply, Sandra beat her to it and she heaved in relief. " It wasn't her boss. She said it was some guy she met at a company she once applied. “ Sandra sai
Beauty had always been known for her quiet confidence and luminous smile—a presence that could light up even the darkest winter day. Mason, with his strong, steady hands and a twinkle of mischief in his eyes, adored her. Their marriage, built on trust, laughter, and a shared passion for life, was an ever-unfolding adventure. On this particular vacation, the air around them buzzed with anticipation. The resort was charmingly secluded, offering luxurious rooms, soft ambient music that floated through open windows, and hidden corners meant for whispered secrets and stolen kisses. That evening, as the sun dipped low over the ocean, turning the sky into a canvas of molten gold and soft lavender, Beauty and Mason retreated to their private suite. Their plan had been to savor a quiet moment away from the bustle before joining a lively birthday dinner at the resort’s elegant restaurant. But as soon as the door closed behind them, the promise of the evening unfurled into something far more in
Emma stopped Beauty and snuggled closer. It was obvious that she wanted to ask a question. " Ask your question baby." " Why did Daddy offer that deal to you? He barely knew you. What if you were a bad person?" " I guess it was fate and that was how we were destined to meet. Besides Dad already met me earlier at the supermarket but I didn't remember at the time." " Continue." ... “ I missed you Mason. Say something." She said again. “ Oh Beauty! I missed you more. " He said and pecked her forehead. “ Kiss me. " She whispered. “ What did you say?" He asked to be sure of what he heard. “ Kiss me!" She said loudly this time. Mason didn't hesitate any further before slamming his lips on hers. It was a slow kiss at first then it became rougher, more passionate. Mason came back in time for lunch and the arrival of the other members of the family. Beauty was at the garden waiting for him. She had been there since she came out of the room. Immediately he saw her, he ru
Rose had trouble trying to get the twins to sleep. They kept on fussing about and crying all over the room. Emma wasn't an exception either. She kept throwing tantrums and spilling the whole place with paint. Rose had no choice than to call Beauty over for a little assistance. Beauty was just coming out of the shower when she received the text so she quickly threw on her bathrobe before heading to the kid's room. " You haven't read their bedtime story." Mason reminded her and she sighed. " I completely forgot. It's been three days. No wonder the tantrums." She laughed running out. The bedtime story was the only thing that kept them calm at night. If she misses a night, they'd throw tantrums and eventually become enemies with her the next day. She had completely forgotten about the stories since they came on the trip. Turns out today was her reckoning day. " Why are you guys stressing about your grandma?" She spoke softly walking towards them as they sat on the large bed. " We
SIX YEARS LATER " Good morning, Mum." A cheery tiny voice screamed all over the room. Beauty woke up to the sound of her five-year-old daughter, Emma, singing "Happy Birthday" in a loud, off-key voice. Beauty smiled, feeling a sense of excitement and joy. It was her birthday, and she knew that Mason and the kids had planned a special surprise for her. As she got out of bed, Beauty saw that the room was filled with balloons and streamers. Emma, and the three-year-old twin boys, Jackson and Jordan, were all dressed in matching "Happy Birthday" t-shirts, and they were all holding hands, waiting for Beauty to open her eyes. Mason walked into the room, carrying a large, covered tray. "Happy birthday, beautiful," he said, setting the tray down in front of Beauty. Beauty's eyes widened as she saw the tray. It was filled with all of her favorite foods: pancakes, waffles, eggs, and bacon. The kids all cheered and clapped, and Beauty felt a sense of gratitude and love. "Thank you, guys,
The next morning, John called Shawn bright and early and asked to meet at a warehouse. He was getting impatient and that was what Elsa wanted. She wanted to see the look on his face when he discovered that he was being played. Shawn arrived at the hours two late. John was already getting hasty and he jumped at him the minute he arrived. " What is it? What plan were you talking about?" He asked in a hurry. " Chill man. You don't have any other place to be, so relax." Shawn said getting irritated. He wondered what would make a grown ass man behave this way. Was he being threatened by his family or was it just utmost foolishness?Elsa was waiting in the car and she was on a video call with Beauty, filling her in. " I told him you were going to do this." Beauty chuckled. " Well, yes. He tried to steal from us. What if he had succeeded? We both know how Celine loves. She gives her all." " I guess that's in the family." Beauty grinned widely. " Oh please. I just want to see him suffe
" I want money!" John slammed the table frustratingly. " You came back coz you're broke." Celine laughed maniacally. " You know I've always known you're bold and foolish but this..... this is too much." " Celine, you know I wouldn't have done this if I had another option. I lost my job and nobody wants to hire someone who doesn't have ten years experience." He blurted shamelessly and she couldn't point what attracted her to him in the first place. Was it his charms coz he definitely had none. Or was it just blinded lust? " So you think trying to make up with me would give you a job?"" Your family is rich. You guys own a company." " Oh I see. You wanted to use me to get a job in the company. Then what? Convince me to give a part of my shares?" She said and he shifted uncomfortably." I....."" You! I don't even know what to say to you. I mean I suspected it. You're not comfortable with me being ahead of you so you would rather cajole me into giving up my money for you so you coul
" What are you two talking about?" Elsa asked. Her hair was still wet, indicating that she had just got out of the shower. " Work. I'm thinking about taking a new role." Celine lied. " That's great. You've been away for a long time. This should be something good." Elsa smiled. " Yes, I think." She said nervously. " I checked on Liam and he should be out for another couple hours. I'll whip up something for us to eat before you go home." Elsa said and she shook her head. " That won't be necessary. I have stuff to do at home. I'll just order in. Goodnight." She pecked her cheeks before leaving. " I wonder where she's always running off to. Do you think she has a new guy?" Elsa pouted. " Barely. I'm sure she's just busy." Shawn said. " I'm starving." He reminded her and she quickly headed to the kitchen. .... Celine rushed home immediately she received a text from her landlord concerning a disturbance coming from her apartment. She wondered what was happening. She
Ryan had called ahead about his arrival and he asked Mason to arrange everything like a mini family lunch. He wanted to introduce Florence to the closest people first. " Ryan." Beauty said happily and hugged him tightly. " Oh I missed you." She said. " Hey, I'm right here." Mason scoffed jealously. " I know." She winked. " Welcome back, Ryan." Mia smiled. " Thank you, Mia. What's up, my man?" Ryan hugged George like they were old friends. They grew closer after the wedding. One would say they were like brothers. " Where's Alessio?" Ryan asked. " He couldn't make it. Left for Italy yesterday." Mason said. " That bastard. I was anticipating the look on his face." Beauty coughed bringing them out of the almost lengthy conversation. " Would you introduce the beautiful lady?" She asked. " Oh sorry, my bad. Baby." Ryan said smiling sheepishly as he held Florence's hand leading her to the crew. " Hey guys, meet my girlfriend, Florence." Ryan said and Beauty s
As the days turned into weeks, Florence started to notice that Ryan was being secretive about his past. He would change the subject whenever she asked him about his childhood, and he seemed reluctant to talk about his friends and past relationships. At first, Florence tried to brush off her concerns. She told herself that Ryan was just a private person, and that he would open up to her in time. But as the days turned into weeks, Florence's doubts began to grow. Whenever she brought up the topic of his past relationships, he'd always brush it off saying it wasn't important. One night, as they were walking along the Seine, Florence confronted Ryan about her concerns. "Ryan, can I ask you something?" she said, her voice barely above a whisper. "Of course," Ryan replied, his eyes narrowing slightly. "What is it?" "I feel like you're not telling me something," Florence said, her heart pounding in her chest. "You're always changing the subject when I ask you about your past. What are