[ Claire ]“Are you sure, Mam? I am sorry but Director Sir isn’t in the favour of sealing the deal with Hui Song Company and you want me to invite them for a brunch?” Miss Kim was surprised when I told her to start the negotiation with the Hui Song company. I couldn’t sleep throughout the night in the same dilemma. Tristan’s words kept ringing into my ear and with the dawn, I made up my mind.I am going to join hands with Hui Song Company who will help us to step our foot in the Asian countries where I see an ocean of opportunities. I’d try to make Grandpa understand later. We might have opposite opinion but we both want growth of our company.“Ma’am? You are again zoned out.” Miss Kim snaped me out of my thoughts.“Yes, Miss Kim, I want you to send my message to Mr. Choi Jun. I am looking forward to meet them today for a late lunch and I hope we’d bag the deal before our competitors.” I told her with a confident smile.“Okay, Ma’am, if you’re saying, I’ll pass your message to them and
[ Claire ]I took a deep breath and knocked at the dark wooden door and waited patiently to be called in. I felt nervous and tingles in my stomach as for the first time I took a decision without taking grandpa into confidence or discussing the pros and cons because I am really optimistic about this step and I know I am doing nothing wrong.The door opened and my grandfather’s assistant came out and gave me a nod of permission to go inside. I took a deep breath and entered inside. The door was closed behind me. Grandpa was standing at the window, his back was facing me so I couldn’t read his face.“Good afternoon, Sir.” I greeted him professionally as he was my superior at work place and I prefer to maintain the workplace environment.“Miss Claire, I was expecting you here ten minutes ago.” He slightly craned his neck to remind me with his gesture that he is a punctual man.“I am sorry, Sir. I received a very important call which couldn’t be ignored.” I lowered my head and apologised s
[ Claire ]“Claire, what’s bothering you? I have been observing you since you came back home but I didn’t ask you back then as Travis was with us. You told me that the meeting went well. Did something happen at office?” Tristan’s gentle voice forced me to tear my eyes from the draft of some pending reports that I was reading.I looked at his side, he was sitting on the edge of the bed, waiting keenly for my answer. I took off my reading glasses and shut my laptop.“The deal is sealed, only the legal formalities are yet to be done.” I answered his first question but swallowed my rest of the words because I didn’t want Tristan to dwell into my problems.A smile spread on his lips and he grabbed my hand, “I am happy for you, Claire and I feel really proud to see how bravely you are facing every challenge. Just remember I am always here for you whenever you need me.” He said and kissed my palm.I felt peace at heart listening to his words.“I know you are always there for me. Thanks, Tris
[ Claire ]His captivating eyes looked down at me and I found myself losing into them. I felt I have known him from eternity knew in the moment that our souls are one since the moment we met, I don’t need to remember my memories to measure the depth of our bond.“Ahh, fuck!” I cried as he plunged harder with each stroke. He sank deeper inside me while I laid under him, my hands clutching his shoulders and legs locked around his hips as he drove us in the heaven of pleasure. He was merciless with his thrusts as he promised me earlier, with each thrust he sank more deeper into my depth.“I told you that I am going to make this night unforgettable for you.” He huffed out, his sweaty skin was glistening in the dim light. The slaps of our skins against each other was obscene.“I am..am..close.” I breathed out.“Come with me.” He commanded me and changed our positions. Now, I was above him. I placed my hands on his chest for support as no energy was left in my body.“Fuck me, my love.” He s
[ Tristan ]“Alicia, I have found a lawyer for you, she’s best in domestic violence cases and I am sure that she’ll help you to get rid of that despicable man in a legal way.” I told my friend as we sipped our coffee. Claire was still sleeping, she could be late for office but I want her to not exert herself so I let her sleep for a while.She looked at me, her pupils reflecting confusion.“You found a lawyer for me? Means you want me to drag Ryan in the court? Do you believe that he’d grant my freedom easily?” She asked me multiple questions and they were logical.I placed my cup on the table and turned to face her, it was going to be a long conversation and I want her to be prepared for her own future’s sake.“He has to, Alicia. We won’t leave any choice for him. He has made you and your son suffer. Don’t you want a stable life for your son? He needs a mother like you and a life far from the toxicity of Ryan Bale. The boy lived in fear, the trauma is deep and if you don’t want him t
[ Claire ]“I must say you impressed me, love.” Tristan said with a hint of amusement, whom I took on our date.“You’re welcome, Mr. Pierce. I thought this place would be an ideal location for our evening and the owner is Miss Kim’s son. He opened this place recently. He specially requested me to come here so his restaurant can get publicity.” I told him.“So, you’re going to post our date’s pictures on social media?” He narrowed his eyes on me.“I think the world should know about our relationship. I don’t think keeping it very private is necessary. We are married not dating.” I answered.He only smiled in response and pulled the chair for me. We were on the roof top, the table was under a large tree’s shadow which was decorated with fairy lights.“This place is really beautiful. The young man has a good sense of business. The restaurant will attract the young generation who wants romantic ambiance.” He said. Meanwhile, the waiter came to serve our drinks and take our order.“Korean
[ Claire ]“I don’t want to go back home.” I pouted as we strolled on the streets, it was risky but our guards surrounded us.“But we can’t stroll around like this for long. Our kid is waiting at home.” Tristan said pecking my hand.“Hmm, I want to spend some time with him before we call it a night.” I said. Everything feels like a dream. I finally managed to confess my love for him and his reaction was priceless. I know he won’t leave my side forever.“Let’s go back to our car. We’ll buy some burgers and fries for the kids.” He said and we made our way back to the restaurant. Tristan was holding my hand protectively.We bought the burgers and fries from a food truck before moving towards our car when my phone rang and I asked Tristan to wait. The caller id showed my grandparents’ landline number. My heart leaped, I wasted no time in swiping the green button. After the sour encounter with grandpa at office, I thought it was from him.“Hello, Grandma?”“No, Ma’am, I am Cindy, the house
[ Claire ]“Grandpa, I can understand your anger but aren’t you stretching it too far?” I vent out my frustration and hurt. My grandfather didn’t want me to know about my grandmother’s serious health condition.“Claire, I did not want you to panic which you’re doing right now and do not forget that you are talking to your grandfather.” He said.I sobbed, I don’t understand why everyone around me changes, their mind and behaviour become unpredictable.“Grandpa, I am sorry to interrupt but Claire loves you and Grandma so much, you are her family. She has all rights to know about your well-being.Grandpa raised his brow at Tristan, he looked displeased.“My wife needs extra care now. She has suffered second heart attack. I don’t want to imagine what would have happened to her if I wasn’t at home. The doctors advised me to keep her away from any stress and I want you both to do the same.” He said.“I’ll never do anything to hurt her or you, Grandpa? I am here to take care of her.” I repli