LOVE IN THE CROSSFIRE
FLORENCE A.S CHAPTER 005: Do I love him? “Hey Sofia, are you okay?” Mary asked Sofia who was lost in her thoughts. Immediately Sofia realized Mary was talking to her, so blinked her eyes twice and Said “I think I’m sleepy, I’m going to bed” Sofia said “Okay, dear good night,” Mary said with a smile on her face. “Good night,” Sofia said, smiling back at Mary. Sofia sat on the bed for a long time staring at the ceiling and being lost in her thoughts she kept asking herself “Is it possible?, how and when did I start feeling this way? I barely even know him” Sofia stayed up thinking until she fell asleep. In the morning, Spencer was at the dining table, taking coffee and toast bread when Dave entered the house looking all disturbed. “Dave, what’s wrong?” Spencer said while eating “The head of the event just called and Said there’s a problem. “What problem?” Spencer said already getting pissed “The caterer had an accident and is currently in the hospital, there is a need for a new caterer and we’ve called most catering agencies, they are booked for the week,” Dave said “You know how long I’ve planned for this. I can’t let anything happen just a day before the event.” Spencer said as he hit the table so hard with his hand. “I will keep trying other agencies, maybe we will get one,” Dave said as he sounded hopeful. “If you don’t mind I can help,” Sofia said as she walked down the stairs in her nighties. “There is no need,” Spencer said as he gave her a side look and then stepped out of the house alongside Dave. “His ego will let him ruin his party,” Sofia said to Mary as she made a cup of tea for herself. “You never mentioned you could cook in our conversations,” Mary said, staring at Sofia. “Well I learned how to bake from my mom and cook but I’m good at baking more than cooking,” Sofia said smiling. “Wow, I would love to see you bake then. Mary said, smiling. “Then let’s try it now,” Sofia said with a big smile as she went to the kitchen with Mary. Dave who was still trying to make calls got so tired and went to meet Spencer who was sitting outside and was on his phone as he was also trying to get some solutions. “Boss, why don’t we listen to her ideas and what she can come up with,” Dave said “Who are you talking about?” Spencer said “I’m referring to Miss Sofia sir,” Dave said “Do you think she can help? I don’t want something to go wrong.” Spencer said, sounding worried. “I suggest we listen to her idea, taste her meal, and then know if we should go for her,” Dave said in all confidence. “Call her to come with her plans,” Spencer said. Dave left and went to the house to call Sofia. Dave went to the house and met Sofia baking while Mary was sitting and entertaining Sofia. “Miss Sofia, I see you are in the kitchen today,” Dave said with a smile on his face. “Oh yes, I want to show Mary my baking skills,” Sofia said, smiling at Dave. “That’s nice. Mr Spencer wants to see what plans you have that can help the event and also taste some of your baking skills. Dave said “Oh really, so now he needs my help. Anyways I will come see him when I’m done Baking my cookies.” Sofia said as she turned to put the cookie batter in the oven. “Okay, I will inform him and make sure I get a taste of your cookies.” Mr Dave said as he laughed and went out to meet Spencer. “Why does he need my help all of a sudden after saying THERE IS NO NEED,” Sofia said as she mimicked Spencer. Mary burst into laughter and said, “Don’t let him get you.” They both laughed as they sat in the kitchen waiting for the cookies to be ready. Immediately they heard the sound from the oven, Sofia jumped up saying “Our cookies are ready” She hurriedly went and brought out the cookies from the oven. “Oh my God, their scent is so delicious, I’m sure it will taste super sweet just like the scent,” Mary said in excitement. “You need to come to have a taste so you can confirm yourself,” Sofia said smiling. Mary went towards Sofia and picked up a cookie and then took a bite. “Oh jeeeezzzzz this is so delicious. Where did you get this recipe from? I’m not bluffing but this is the best cookie I’ve eaten” Mary said with her eyes wide open in excitement and amazement. “Hahaha, my mom was a great chef so she taught me,” Sofia said laughing. “She must be good. You need to give my boss some now as you inform him of your idea.” Mary said as she was eating her cookies “Well, we are going together because we have to join hands to help him,” Sofia said “I don’t think I will be able to go. Just go meet him alone, but be rest assured I’m going to help and assist you in everything.” Mary said smiling “Thank you, Mary,” Sofia said as served the cookies in two disposable plates for Dave and Spencer with two glasses of freshly squeezed orange juice. Sofia went to the garden and met Dave and Spencer who sat and were all on their phones. Dave raised his head and saw Sofia standing and said “Miss Sofia you’re done so fast” as he assisted her with the tray of snacks. She served Spencer and Dave respectively. “How do you intend to help Miss Sofia?” Spencer said as he was staring at his tablet. “It’s a short notice for one to start thinking of how to prepare different dishes, so I was thinking why not we go for finger foods for the guests,” Sofia said. “How many finger foods are you suggesting?” Spencer asked “Like 30-40 different finger foods,” Sofia said “How sure am I that you will be able to do this and it will taste nice?” Spencer asked as he sought assurance. “I brought the idea of helping so you need not worry and besides I just served you some cookies for you to have a taste of what I can do,” Sofia said. Dave and Spencer picked up a cookie and took a bite, immediately Dave gave a big smile with a thumbs up as he continued to eat the cookies with no words but smiles. “It tastes good, I must say,” Spencer said with a wide smile. “Thank you, Mr Spencer,” Sofia said with a smile “I think we will go with the finger foods,” Spencer said “Okay boss,” Sofia said as she smiled. Spencer turned to Dave and asked “So what about the drinks? Did you get someone who will handle the drinks?” Spencer asked Dave. “The drinks are not a problem, the only problem is the mocktails and cocktails, we don’t have anyone to make it.” “That’s not a problem, I can handle it besides I already have it in my plan,” Sofia said. “How will you handle everything alone?” Spencer asked as he stared at Sofia. “Well I’m not alone, Mary is with me,” Sofia said. “Okay if you say so I hope everything goes accordingly,” Spencer said “Don’t worry, I assure you.” Sofia Said. “Okay, that will be all. You can begin your work. Dave will be providing you with everything you need.” “I will also need a list of things some of the guests are allergic to so we will be cautious in our ingredients,” Sofia said. “That’s great, I almost forgot about that. Anyways, Dave will send everything to you.” Spencer said as he felt relieved. “I will send everything to you immediately, Miss Sofia,” Dave said. Sofia went back to the house to start preparations for the big task she had ahead of her. She discussed everything with Mary, and Mary invited two of her cousins to help. They went to the market, spent almost half of their day, and got everything they needed. “So what type of mocktails are we making” Mary asked Sofia “We will be making mango and raspberry cheesecake mocktail, Choca-Tini, strawberry and mint fizz, cherry velvet limeade, apple ginger mocktail, and refreshing blueberry fizz,” Sofia said as she was separating every ingredient they got from the market. “Wow, that’s lovely, what about the cocktails?” Mary asked. “For the cocktails, we will be making a classic martini, margarita, old fashioned, Moscow mule, Paloma, whiskey sour, pina colada, gin and tonic, cosmopolitan, and Negroni. “I have a feeling the guests will all love your ideas. “Thank you so much, Mary. It’s both our ideas.” Sofia said as they both wrapped up what they were doing in the kitchen. Mary called her cousins and informed them of the time they were to come so they could all join hands and finish up early. Mary and Sofia bid themselves good night and went to their room.LOVE IN THE CROSSFIRE FLORENCE A.SCHAPTER 006: The Anniversary Sofia stayed up all night trying to make sure she didn’t miss out on any item and giving herself words of encouragement as she had never made a lot of fast food for a very big event. After confirming everything, she tried to sleep but was too anxious to close her eyes, so she decided to go downstairs to get some coffee and snacks.“I believe you have a lot of work to do tomorrow but you are still, shouldn’t you be asleep?” Sofia heard Spencer ask as she turned her back to see him. Spencer was putting on short shorts and going bare-chested, she looked at him lustfully and in admiration as the night light hit his beautiful skin, his broad shoulders and full chest were so enticing and his chiseled six abs sent her to a trans, she could just imagine holding to his biceps and she smiled to herself.“I guess when you are done staring, you will concentrate on the boiling water,” Spencer said as he smirked at her.“Oh my God I’
LOVE IN THE CROSSFIRE Florence A.SCHAPTER 007: Stuck wonderingSofia had wept for hours after leaving the party, she was so heartbroken, to think she was beginning to fall for Spencer, "how could he have a fiance and not tell me" she thought to herself, with an angered heart, swollen eyes and the feeling of being betrayed, she decided that she was going to leave his house she couldn't imagine spending the night in the same house as a spencer.Back at Spencer's houseMary and Spencer have been worried about the whereabouts of Sofia.“What do you mean by you don't know where she went? Weren'tyou guys together all night at the party what happened".Spencer asked."Yes we were sir, but she left us behind a few minutes before the party ended, so I can't be sure sir," Mary said."What do you mean she left, why would she do that" Spencer asked angrily, he then picked up his phone and made a call to Dave."Dave, Sofia has not been seen after the event at the hotel, I think she might be missi
LOVE IN THE CROSSFIRE Florence A.S CHAPTER 008: Act of realization Kara was at the McCarthy Hotel long before 7 pm. She wanted to make everything special as she wanted a big night for her and Spencer. She had the staff of the hotel prepare the best lovers suite, and clear the VIP restaurant so she could have dinner, she also had them decorate the restaurant to her taste. She had her stylist dress her in the most sexy and elegant dress and her glam team dolled her up so beautifully, she was ready for the date, she made her way to the restaurant at 7 pm waiting for Spencer, she was so excited for her date, minutes went by and Spencer still wasn’t there.” He better not leave me hanging'' Kara thought to herself, “should I call him, I don’t want to seem desperate” Kara said as she is beginning to feel embarrassed sitting at the restaurant alone, she could feel all the staff staring and giggling at her.” Sorry, I’m late” Spencer said as he entered the restaurant, “I had some business
LOVE IN THE CROSSFIRE Florence A.SCHAPTER 009: Act of realization III’m the morning, Spencer was in the dining room taking his breakfast when Sofia came downstairs to leave for her job hunt. When she saw Spencer, she smiled and Mary immediately caught her. “Where are you going this morning?” Spencer asked Sofia as he stared in her direction.“I’m going for a job hunt,” Sofia said.“Come join me for breakfast before leaving,” Spencer said.“Okay,” Sofia said as she turned to look at Mary who was surprised at what was going on. As they were eating, Spencer got a call from Bruno saying there was an emergency, Spencer stood up, buttoned his suit, turned to Sofia, and said “I have an emergency” Then he left before Sofia could say a word.Mary quickly came to the table immediately after Spencer left and said “The last I checked someone was so angry and not talking to Spencer, but right now she is smiling and even had breakfast with Spencer for the first time. What’s happening? Did some
LOVE IN THE CROSSFIRE Florence A.SChapter 010: The Visit While Spencer was in his room, he decided to go meet Sofia in her room to make up for the incident that occurred at the dining.*knock, knock*Sofia heard a soft knock on her door, cleaned her tears, and went to open the door. She saw Spencer and was surprised to see him at her doorstep.“You know you are not supposed to be here right, what will she think?” Sofia said in a low tone.“Don’t worry she is gone, can I come in?” Spencer said“Uhm yeah sure,” Sofia said as she stepped aside for Spencer to come in.“I’m here to apologize about what happened today……” before Spencer could finish his statement, Sofia cut him off and said, “It’s okay, I’m not angry and besides anyone in her shoes will act like that.”“That still doesn’t justify her act, I’ve made sure nothing of the sort will happen again,” Spencer said as he stared at Sofia. “Okay if you say so,” Sofia said as she smiled at Spencer.“So tell me what you are up to, how
LOVE IN THE CROSSFIRE Florence A.SChapter 11: The Confession It was 10 a.m., and Sofia just closed from work for the day, looking all stressed and tired, she went to the changing room to change back into her outfit when Jenny, Mandy, and Rose her colleagues walked up to her and said, “Hey Sofia, why are you so quick to go home?” Mandy said.“We are done for the day and there is nothing I have left to do,” Sofia said as she stared at the ladies who stood in her front.“And who said there is nothing to do hun” Jenny said as she smiled at Sofia.“There’s a ritual we usually do to welcome all new staff,” Rose said smiling.“Ritual?” Sofia said with her eyes wide open.“Hahaha, it’s not what you are thinking. What I meant is that we usually go out to celebrate every new staff member, " Rose said.“Oh okay. So today is my day huh?” Sofia said.“Yes, and you can't say no because we all have to build a good relationship with each other,” Mandy said as she held Sofia's hand.“Okay fine if y
LOVE IN THE CROSSFIRE Florence A.SChapter 012: FeelingsIt's been a month already since Sofia started working at Lauren's coffee shop, she built a good bond with her colleagues and her boss Jeffery. It's the middle of the year already and Jeffrey, along with all staff of Lauren’s coffee shop are planning an event where awards are given to the best and hardworking staff. All preparations are in order as they are eager to see how the event will go. Jeffrey called them to his office for a meeting to know how the preparations had been going since he traveled out. They all gathered at his office with each person taking their seat.“So how has preparation been going in my absence” Jeffery said as he smiled at them.“Everything is in order sir, all we need to do is cross-check for the last and also ensure we all look good,” Aaron said.“That’s good, I know I can count on you all. And I believe everyone will look their best on that day” Jeffrey said.“Yes sir” they all answered in chorus.“
LOVE IN THE CROSSFIRE Florence A.SCHAPTER 013: First date feverIt’s 6:30a.m, Spencer woke up, stared at Sofia, and said “Even in her sleep she is pretty,” then he smiled and went downstairs, he went to the kitchen, drank a glass of water, picked up his phone, and called his assistant Ryan.“Good morning sir,” Ryan said.“Morning Ryan, cancel all my schedule for today. I won't be coming to work,” Spencer said. “Okay sir,” Ryan said.After the call, Dave came to the house to see Spencer.“Good morning boss,” Dave said.“Morning Dave, is there a problem?” Spencer asked.“I have booked a flight for tomorrow,” Dave said.“That’s good,” Spencer said.“Mr. Rodrigo called and said he has been trying to reach you but your line wasn’t going through,” Dave said.“What does he want?” Spencer asked.“I don’t know but I guess it should be about your meeting with the Italian investor,” Dave said.“How does he know about it?” Spencer asked as he frowned.“I really don't know but maybe you give hi