Sheena felt the world was resting on her young shoulders. She had just received news that her father had taken ill.The incident of losing his house was too much for him. Elena sounded very worried over the phone when she called Sheena. Elena had said it looked serious and she was scared.Sheena wanted to be there with her father. If she was going to lose her father, then she wanted to be there with him during his last moments.But she couldn't leave the Rollins house. She couldn't go see her father. Mr. Dominic had forbidden her from stepping out of his house. This restriction was mainly to stop her from going to her father.Mr Dominic was trying to be careful. He was married to the daughter of a man whom he had cheated. Anything could happen and he was taking measures to avoid any eventualities.Now, Sheena sat in the living room of the Rollins house, looking wishfully at the front door with tears in her eyes and pain in her heart.'Thought of how to do it yet?'Sheena turned to whe
Jake had just ended his meeting with Damian. He shook his head at himself as he exited the office building.He had to admit that Mr Dominic was a smart man. When Jake had refused to take up his offer of being a part of his company, his father had come to him seeking the services of his tech company.Mr Dominic proposed such a good deal that Jake's business mind ignored whatever relationship feud they had going.Jake was leaving when he met Michelle walking in. Michelle had never liked Jake, so she gave him a dirty eye down and hissed at him before passing him. Jake was used to the resentment she had towards him and he ignored her.'What did he want?' Michelle asked Damian as she walked into his office.'Business.' Damian curtly responded. His tone was weighty with irritation.Michelle doesn't pick up on his unwelcoming demeanor and probes further.'What kind of business could you have with that bastard?' She asked and took a seat opposite his desk. She settled in comfortably and began
Jake sighed as he settled in his office. He took off his suit jacket and hung it on the coat stand by the corner and loosened his tie. He arrived mid-day after meeting with Damian. He was exhausted. The new project he was working on with his father's shipping company was very promising but tiring. It required a lot of data analysis which was why he frequented the Rollins' shipping world.Jake stared at the stark of files sitting neatly before him. He would have rather gone home to relax and call it a day, but he had so much to do that he couldn't afford the break. He reminded himself that he didn't get to where he was by taking breaks.He heaved and shook his head. A mental jolting to himself to get back to work. He picked up the first file and after going through it, needed to sign it. His eyes roved the table for his pen and he opened his drawer to grab a pen.Jake paused at the sight he was met with upon opening the drawer. He smiled to himself as he picked up the picture of Sheen
'I can't believe you had the picture framed.' Sheena told Jake as they lay tangled between the sheets in each other's arms.'You don't like it?' He asked.'I love it! You were right, it's beautiful. I almost didn't believe it was me.' She shrieked in excitement.Jake chuckled at her childish excitement.'I told you it was beautiful. It was worth framing.' He said to her.'Okay, okay, you were right. Would you stop gloating now and let me have my peace? She chided jokingly.'Let me think -Jake placed a finger under his chin- No, I won't let you have any peace.' He told her as he moved, shifting her from his arm where she laid her head.He moved himself and laid on top of her. Sheena adjusted herself, granting him a comfortable space between her legs.Jake propped himself up with his elbows, resting on both sides of her face. The bulk of his weight; his middle, pressed tightly into her open legs.He was gazing at her, a proud smile plastered on his lips.'I love you, Sheena.' He announc
For some reason, Mr Dominic insisted the family had dinner together. Everyone had to be present at the table.One by one, everyone arrived at the dinner table. Mr Dominic was already seated at the head of the table. His wife, Sheena sat on his left side, and at his insistence, Jake sat on his right side.Mr Dominic was in a jolly mood and so he pardoned anyone that arrived late to the dinner table.Maria, the maid, and her assistants were finishing up with setting the table.'Is there an occasion?' Mirabel asked in her usual rude tone as she entered the room to see the elaborate table setting.'I was about to ask the same thing.' Michelle who was already seated commented in agreement with her sister.'I'm sorry I'm late.' Shawn announced as he rushed in hurriedly.Dinner had already been served and Shawn took a seat, his eyes darted to Mr Dominic expecting a snide remark directed at him.'Sit and join in on dinner.' Mr Dominic said. His calm and collected demeanor left everyone in sho
'Congratulations!' Oscar Bobb congratulated his best friend, Jake, as he settled into the sofa. He had just returned and was visiting Jake.'Thanks, man.' Jake concurred, standing up from his office chair and heading towards the sofa.'I was certain you wouldn't allow your hatred for the old man to prevent you from passing on a good deal. You always know when to separate business from other things.' Oscar commented.Jake chuckled. 'You know me too well.''That's why I'm your best friend.' Oscar said as his hand stroked his beard proudly.Jake laughed out loud at his gesture.'A best friend who abandoned me for a piping trust fund. Who does that?' Jake said.Oscar laughed before speaking. 'Says the man who ignores his long-time feud for business.'Jake laughed as they teased themselves.'Is everything all sorted out with the trust fund now? Finished with all the paperwork?' Jake asked.'Oh yeah. All done and dusted. The dough is sitting pretty in my account now.' Oscar replied with sat
Sheena got dressed to step out of the house. She picked out a floral print knee-length flare dress that accentuated the flare of her hips. A black pair of kitten heels to go with a black purse. She wore a radiant smile and hummed as she dressed up.She had got some liberty as Mr Dominic was away. After congratulating and singing the praises of his son, her lover, during dinner the other night, he announced that he would be away for two months.The new project would be taking him abroad as the product was gaining recognizance in the market. Everyone was pretty excited about Mr Dominic's final announcement. And all for different reasons.Mr Dominic was happy with his growing business. He was expanding his Coast and being the greedy man that he was, he immensely loved it.The members of the family were happy the old nuisance as they considered him, was going to be away for quite some time. It would give them ample time to fully cement all the evil plans each of them was brewing.Sheena
'You hurt your sister a lot with your words.' Sheena said to Mary. They had just hailed a taxi and were climbing into the back seat.Mr Dominic forbade anyone to use any of his fleet of cars especially when he was away. One of his many strict rules and so they jumped taxis.Mary had been troubled by what Mirabel had said to her. Mirabel spoke with so much conviction, accusing Mary of betraying her family and promising to regret it when it was too late. Deep down Mary was certain Sheena wasn't like that. And Sheena's query, defending her evil sister, Mirabel, just proved it.'It's not right that they treat you the way they do. They've had a fair share of Dad's wrath. They should understand.' Mary said, her tone clear of the doubt Mirabel had awoken.'You shouldn't speak to her that way because of me.' Sheena insisted.'I can't believe you still care about her feelings after everything she does to you. It's because of your kindness they take advantage of you.' Mary pointed out, amazed a