ElaineI turned quickly and walked away from them. Tonight, my intention was to have some fun, and I had no interest in interacting with them. I kept my back straight and my shoulders firm as I moved through the crowd.I could hear Megan’s disbelief as she confronted Tristan. “What’s wrong with you, Tristan?!” Those were the only words I caught before I was far enough away. I glanced back and saw Tristan and Megan still arguing. I no longer cared about their conversation and lightly shook my head, dismissing their drama.“MARIE!!” I exclaimed, spotting my friend in the corner. We were both happy to see each other, but the celebration started, cutting off our conversation. Mr. Smith stood proudly in front of everyone to give the opening speech.“Ladies and Gentlemen, thank you all for joining us tonight. It’s wonderful to see everyone here to celebrate our success. This Thanksgiving party is a testament to our incredible year.”The visitors clapped their hands, and the employees cheere
TristanAs I walked towards Elaine, she was the only person I could see. My mind was a whirlwind of thoughts, words I desperately wanted to convey to her. Elaine's eyes locked onto mine, filled with disgust. Just my presence seemed to sour her mood instantly. It was painfully clear she was uncomfortable with me closing the gap between us.“At least give me a chance to talk, Elaine,” I whispered to myself.When the CEO mentioned Elaine's name, I was stunned. I couldn't wrap my mind around how she managed to achieve such a significant milestone. It seemed unbelievable that my wife had done something worthy of such pride. Every employee was cheering for her.Elaine was undeniably different from the person she used to be. She had truly changed for the better, looking more independent and capable than ever. Clearly, the company had come to rely on her skills. Memories of Elaine's true capabilities replayed in my mind. It was harsh to admit, but I had always thought of my own wife as dumb,
MeganI looked everywhere, hunting Tristan down for a confrontation. My heart pounded with anger, and my fists clenched at my sides. I couldn't bear the humiliation since we saw each other at the party. My eyes darted around, scanning every corner of the venue, but I couldn’t find even a shadow of Tristan."Arghh! Where the hell are you, Tristan?!" I muttered through gritted teeth, my voice a low growl.Passing by the lobby, I finally saw him sitting down. My heels clicked loudly on the floor, echoing my fury as I approached. Heads turned, and I relished the attention. Tristan didn’t notice me at first, but as soon as I stood behind him with my arms crossed tightly over my chest, he quickly turned around and saw me. His face twisted into a scoff, and he started to leave without saying a word.But I was faster. I grabbed his arm, my nails digging into his skin. "Where do you think you're going?" I burst out loud, my voice shaking with rage.He quickly shoved my arm away, and I felt his
Megan "Hey, you! Give me another glass!"I leaned my head against my hands on the table, taking a deep breath while muttering curses about Elaine into the thin air. The bartender silently placed my order, giving me an uncomfortable look before going back to cleaning and wiping some glasses. I downed the drink like it was cold water."One glass of what the other lady ordered, please."I heard a voice from my left side and turned to see a she-wolf sitting close to me. I gave her a once-over from head to foot and rolled my eyes. The lady just chuckled and told the bartender, "Make that two. Hers is already empty."Hearing this, I spat out mean words. "Oh please, bitch. I have more money than you think. I can buy you that drink for eternity."The she-wolf removed her glasses and put them down on the table. Our orders came, but I didn’t even bother to look at them. Feeling the irritation bubbling up inside me, I continued."Find somewhere else to sit, cunt," I gave her another look from
ElaineFour weeks had passed since we began our collaboration with Everett Innovations. During that time, Nancy, Marie, the Roma Aesthetics team, and I spent countless hours at the Marriott Building, fine-tuning every detail of our project. The collaboration had exceeded all our expectations, and the results were nothing short of spectacular.Today was our final day before the big presentation. The atmosphere inside Roma Aesthetics was electric with anticipation and excitement. Our entire team gathered to celebrate our achievements and the hard work that had brought us to this point. Laughter and animated conversations filled the room as we reminisced about the journey and speculated about tomorrow’s presentation.Marie, my closest colleague and friend, was beaming with pride. She had been instrumental in steering our project in the right direction, and her enthusiasm was infectious. No wonder she was awarded as an employee of the year for Roma thrice in a row. That surely was a testa
ElaineThe day of the presentation finally arrived, and Roma Aesthetics was filled with excitement. The entire venue had a special energy. The grand ballroom was beautifully decorated. Soft, warm lights made the room glow with a golden color. The high ceilings had chandeliers that sparkled, and the walls were covered in rich, ivory fabric, creating a calm and elegant look.Every detail was carefully planned. We hired the best events team to make sure everything went smoothly. As our VIP guests arrived, they walked past flower arrangements of white roses and lilies. Servers moved through the room, offering glasses of champagne. The air was filled with the fresh scent of flowers and the delicious smell of appetizers.This day was very important for us as it was the launch of our marketing campaign for Bride Essentials, the top bridal couture brand on the continent. We were about to reveal Timeless Elegance, a new collection from them that also introduced the company’s rebranding. The col
ElaineI held my breath, hoping the presentation would go smoothly. The room was quiet, except for the soft hum of people waiting. My hands were sweaty, and my heart raced. This moment was important for all of us. Everything depended on it going well. All the hard work and sleepless nights we had put in were now resting on these slides going off without a hitch.As the first slides began to play, I started to feel a bit calmer. The images were clear and beautiful, just like they had been during our practice. The colors were vibrant, and the designs looked flawless. I could hear a few guests quietly admiring the slides. For the first time that evening, I allowed myself to relax. Maybe everything would be okay after all.Then the voiceover began, resonating through the room with clarity and professionalism, enhancing the presentation. I noticed the guests leaning forward, fully engaged, their attention captured. The atmosphere in the room became more focused, and I felt a small smile fo
ElaineI felt my heart sink further as the room seemed to close in on me. Nancy’s face turned red with anger. The light from the big chandeliers made her look even more intense. “That bitch!” she shouted, her voice echoing in the large room. “She sabotaged the event, didn’t she?”“No, Nancy,” I begged, my voice shaking. “Marie would never do that!”Nancy’s eyes were like fire as she turned to face me. The fancy decorations and plush seats seemed to make her anger even more intense. “Then who did, Elaine? Only you and Marie had access to the file! If it wasn’t her and it wasn’t you, then who?”Tears blurred my vision, but I had no answers. I was as lost as everyone else, standing there as the dream we had all worked so hard for crumbled to dust.To make matters worse, Mr. Smith, his wife, and the rest of our partners approached. The Chairman of Bride Essentials, Lauren Yang, looked particularly furious. I could feel her sharp gaze cutting through me like a knife.“What is going on her