The car stopped at their villa and Ethan went out and held Aviana's hand as the latter also stepped out of the car. "So, what did you talk about with my father? Did he harass you?" asked Ethan, and his eyes were filled with concern for his woman. While he was driving earlier, he noticed that Aviana was awfully quiet and it was unlike her. He often stole glances at her and she was staring outside the car window all the time, and her mind seemed to have been preoccupied with something. He tried talking to her on several occasions to get her attention, but she didn't respond to him because she didn't seem to hear him at all. He could only sigh in return, and let her be. He knew his father must have told her something unpleasant. Something that made her face to look all gloomy, and he could not help but wonder what it was. He didn't want to ask her either, because she would only lie to him. However, he could not hold onto his worries anymore, so he took the opportunity to ask her when th
"Dear, how did the dinner with Ethan's family go? Did they treat you well? Did they bully you? Uh, my child?" Joana asked as she closed the door after Aviana who had just walked in. She had the worried look of a mother on her face. She followed Aviana who went straight to the dining room. Joana took a sit close to her and waited patiently for Aviana to say something, atleast. She had been worried sick all day for her daughter. She was worried that his parents would not accept her and might look down on her due to her poor background. She couldn't help it, because she knew how cruel their world could be. Though, it wasn't always cruel. But more often than not, in the high society, the rich people stepped on the poor people without batting an eyelid. They didn't care if they hurt the latter's feelings at all. As much as possible, Joana wanted her daughter to get an ordinary partner, one who would fit in their class, and not someone who belonged to the high society, way out of their le
Aviana jumped on the bed, immediately. She did not feel like sleeping at all, especially now that she had a hard task ahead of her. She could not sleep knowing that Ethan's father didn't like her. She had to think and find ways to win his heart over. Thinking about Ethan, she wondered if he had reached to his house already? She picked up her phone and contemplated whether she should call or text him. She heard that it was kinda fun when texting with your boyfriend, so she went with the latter. [Tab] Aviana: "Did you get to your house already?" Ethan just walked out of the bathroom. His shirtless chest was dripping with water, his lower body covered with a towel only. He was busy drying his wet hair with another towel when his phone that was placed on the bed, vibrated. He picked it up. A smile crept on his face when he saw that it was a text from Aviana. [Double tab] Ethan:Yes, hon. Do you miss me already?"[Tab] Aviana: Wait….before you start over thinking, I'm only doing my job
Ethan couldn't stop smiling to himself, especially when he recalled Aviana's last words before she left him unattended. Her sexy smile still lingered in his head. He walked back to the mansion and decided to go to his room and take a cold shower, first. Later, he would start making plans, though he had no idea where he should start from because he didn't know anything about the romance thing. He wanted to make it a memorable night for Aviana, so, starting as early as now wasn't a bad idea at all. He aped up the stairs but stopped mid-way when he saw Auntie Garcia who was still doing her cleaning in the kitchen. He called out to her, "Auntie Garcia," to which she responded by walking out of the kitchen and looked up at him, waiting patiently on him to give his instructions to her. However, Ethan remained silent. So, she asked, "Do you need something, sir?" Ethan thought about asking her for ideas, but he was a bit reluctant. She was older, so she must know little about romance. Ho
Aviana woke up on Monday morning and got ready to go the office. "Sis, aren't you forgetting something here?" Hayden who was sitting at the dining table asked when he saw that Aviana was about to leave the table. Aviana checked her bag as she murmured, "My phone is here, my lip balm is intact, my hair brush….Nop, I don't think there is anything I'm forgetting, Hayden? See you later." Then she turned to leave. Hayden sighed deeply, "Are you seriously forgetting about my money? The thirty bucks you owe me?" He was finding it difficult to believe that she actually forgot. "Ooh, I actually forgot," exclaimed Aviana while she dipped her hand into the bag. Then she handed over to him the thirty bucks. "What are you gonna do with the money? I really hope you're not planning to buy sweets with the whole money. I don't need to remind you that eating too much sweets isn't healthy for your teeth, Hayden. If you eat too much sugar, your teeth will start decaying, and then I'll be forced to
"I'm going out for coffee with Scarlet–" Aviana stopped through her words when she noticed Ethan quickly hide something on his back. She frowned instantly. She asked while she stared at him, suspiciously, "Ethan, what did you just hide on your back?" Ethan said casually, "Nothing. Going out with Scarlet? Okay, take care of yourself. Be sure to come back early because I'm taking you to lunch." "Ethan, don't try to change the topic here. I saw you hide something on your back as soon as I walked in," insisted Aviana. She walked closer to his desk. "And, I said it's nothing. Aren't you going out with Scarlet, hurry up and go, you don't keep your guest waiting," Ethan said to her. "Scarlet can wait, but this can't. I want to know what it is you are hiding on your back. So, are you going to tell me, or should I take it out myself," she said sternly and walked to his side. Ethan sighed, "Did you see anything?" "No, I didn't see anything. That's why–" "Exactly. You didn't see any
"I wouldn't agree to them being together." It took a while before Aviana finally recollected herself after the deep state of shock she had been thrown into a while ago. Aviana had deep folds displayed on her face. She stuttered, "W-why?""Because, she is just his PA, which means she's from a poor background. Most of the time, women from poor families get into a relationship with the young lads of the high society not because they are in love with them, but because they are in love with the material things the man will offer to them. They are simply social climbers," Scarlet casually said. Aviana furrowed her brow as she listened to Scarlet. Her coffee that was untouched was already becoming cold. "If it happens the man experiences some crisis and he ends up losing everything, this woman will leave him without a second thought. The man will be left heartbroken. Also, the woman will not think twice about leaving him for another man who is more richer than the latter. Besides, intima
"You can't go in, sir." Ethan heard the heated commotion outside his door. The book fell to the ground as he tried to hide it when the door to his office suddenly opened and Alex walked inside with Devin rushing to stop him though it was already too late, since he was already inside. "I tried to stop him but he insisted on meeting you–" "It's okay, Devin. Go back to your post," Ethan instructed to which Devin bowed slightly and left the room. Then he turned to look at Alex and asked indifferently, "Why are you here?" He picked up the book that fell on the floor and placed it back on the desk. He didn't try to hide it anymore because Alex already saw it. "Dude, are you–are you reading what I'm thinking it is!?" Alex's eyes were fixated on the book as he asked, extremely shocked. He didn't seem to hear Ethan's question, so Ethan ended up asking again. "Why are you here, Alex?" "Well, I'm here because of some business dealings. Also, I wanted to see you, so I thought I should pass
Ethan walked into "The Intoxicated" Entertainment clubhouse, the familiar buzz of energy and laughter wash over him. He spotted Alex and James who were already seated at their usual position. “Hey, look who finally decided to show up!” Alex called out, a playful grin spreading across his face. His eyes twinkled with mischief as he leaned back in his chair, arms crossed. James, ever the composed one, merely raised an eyebrow but offered a smirk.Ethan shrugged nonchalantly, but inside, he could still feel the residual warmth of the passionate encounter he’d just had with Aviana. The slightly disheveled state of his hair and the faint trace of lipstick lingering on his collar were the only signs that might give him away, but he hoped they would go unnoticed. “Traffic,” Ethan replied coolly, sliding into his seat with an air of indifference. He could see the knowing glimmer in Alex’s eyes, the way he leaned in just a bit closer, eager for any hint of a story.“Right,” Alex said, chuckl
Aviana walked into the house, her blouse still partially buttoned, a telltale sign of the passionate encounter she’d just had with Ethan in the car. As she fumbled with the remaining buttons, trying to regain some semblance of normalcy, a small, curious voice called out from the living room.“Big sis!” Hayden appeared around the corner, his bright eyes wide with curiosity. He was clutching a toy car tightly in one hand and staring up at his sister with a mix of innocence and suspicion.Aviana, momentarily flustered, straightened up and tried to smooth her disheveled appearance. “Hey, Hayden,” she said, forcing a casual tone. “What’s up?”Hayden’s gaze remained fixed on her, his little brows knitting together as he took in the scene. “You’re home pretty late, Big sis. And why are you buttoning your blouse like that? Did you and Uncle Ethan have a... uh, fun time in the car?”Aviana’s cheeks turned a deeper shade of red. She froze mid-button, her mouth slightly open as she tried to proc
Aviana lay in Ethan's arms, their bodies intertwined in a comfortable silence that spoke volumes of their deep connection. The room was quiet, save for the soft rhythm of their breathing and the occasional contented sigh that escaped their lips.Ethan gently brushed a strand of hair away from Aviana's face, his touch tender and filled with affection. He couldn't help but marvel at how natural and right it felt to have her in his arms, to feel her warmth against him.Aviana shifted slightly, her head resting against his chest as she looked up at him with a soft smile. "You know," she murmured, her voice tinged with a hint of playfulness, "you have a way of making everything feel so... perfect."Ethan chuckled softly, his heart swelling with love for this woman who brought so much joy into his life. "I'm just glad you feel that way," he replied, his voice gentle. "You mean the world to me, Aviana."Aviana's smile widened, her fingers tracing lazy patterns on his chest as she gazed up at
Ethan looked up, his face flushed and his posture stiff as he tried to hold Aviana close. His usual aloof demeanor was completely absent, replaced by a flustered and panicked expression. “Faith! I—I didn’t expect—” he stammered, his words tumbling out in a jumbled mess.Faith couldn’t help but chuckle at the sight. Ethan, the ever-composed boss, was now visibly flustered, with his shirt slightly askew and a look of sheer bewilderment on his face. Aviana’s cries were still unabated, adding to the hilarity of the situation.“Uh, Sir,” Faith said, trying to suppress her laughter as she walked over to them. “It looks like you’re having a bit of a rough time here.”Ethan, still holding Aviana, glanced at Faith with a mix of frustration and embarrassment. “Faith, I... I don’t know what to do. She’s... she’s crying because I figured out something too quickly, and then I made it worse by saying I got help from Scarlet. I don’t know how to fix this!"Faith’s eyes twinkled with a mix of amuseme
Ethan stood outside Aviana's office door, his mind racing with thoughts of how to approach her. He took a deep breath to steady his nerves, then knocked gently."Come in," Aviana's voice called from inside. Ethan entered cautiously, finding Aviana seated at her desk, engrossed in reviewing some documents. She looked up as he entered, her expression neutral but her eyes betraying a hint of wariness."Avi, can we talk?" Ethan asked softly, stepping further into the room.Aviana leaned back in her chair, her expression cool and composed despite the underlying irritation. Ethan stood before her, unsure of how to break through her icy demeanor."What's there to talk about, Ethan?" Aviana began, her voice dripping with sarcasm as she tapped her pen on the desk. "I don't expect you to have figured out the reason I'm mad at you already. It might take you a day, a week, or a lifetime to figure it out. Who knows?"Ethan blinked, taken aback by her blunt honesty. "Avi, I—""Nope," Aviana cut in,
Scarlet grinned at Aviana's comment about Milo, nodding in agreement. "He definitely does. But speaking of being kept on your toes, how's my brother treating you these days, Avi?" Scarlet asked playfully, raising an eyebrow teasingly.Aviana's smile faltered immediately at the mention of Ethan, her mood shifting drastically. She took a deep breath, trying to steady herself before responding. "Ethan?" she replied tersely, her voice edged with irritation. "He's... he's fine."Scarlet sensed the change in Aviana's tone, her playful expression fading as she picked up on the underlying tension. "Uh-oh, trouble in paradise?" she asked cautiously, eyebrows raised in mock concern. Aviana scoffed, her frustration bubbling to the surface. "Paradise? More like a roller coaster," she muttered, her hands gesturing animatedly. Scarlet sighed dramatically, leaning back in her chair as she looked at Aviana with exaggerated concern. "Okay, spill the tea, Avi. What happened between you and Ethan this
Twenty minutes later, Scarlet arrived at the office, her steps purposeful as she made her way to Ethan's office. She knocked lightly on the door before entering, her expression a mix of curiosity and concern."Brother," Scarlet greeted warmly, her voice tinged with a hint of apprehension. "You sounded pretty serious on the phone. What's going on?"Ethan rose from his chair to greet her, grateful for her presence. "Hey, Scarlet," he began, gesturing for her to take a seat opposite him. "Thanks for coming."Taking a deep breath, Ethan recounted the events of the morning's meeting with Aviana. He described Aviana's distant demeanor, his attempts to understand her mood, and the abrupt end to the meeting after confronting her.Scarlet listened attentively, her brow furrowing with concern as Ethan finished his explanation. "So, you think Avi's mad at you, but she won't tell you why?" she summarized, her voice soft with empathy."Yeah," Ethan replied, running a hand through his hair in frust
The boardroom was set for the meeting with the marketing team, and Aviana, with her usual efficiency, had everything organized meticulously. As they settled in, Aviana took her seat beside Ethan, her posture erect and her expression composed. However, her eyes betrayed a hint of icy reserve that Ethan couldn't ignore."Good morning, everyone," Ethan greeted cheerfully, attempting to lighten the atmosphere. Aviana responded with a polite nod but remained focused on the agenda in front of her.The marketing team leader began presenting the new campaign strategy, and Aviana listened intently, jotting down notes and occasionally exchanging professional remarks with the team. Each time Ethan tried to engage her with a comment or question, Aviana responded curtly and kept her interaction strictly business.Ethan, increasingly uncomfortable with Aviana's cold demeanor, shifted in his seat, trying to catch her eye. "What do you think about the demographics for the new ad placements?" Aviana
Aviana stood in Ethan's office, a stack of documents in hand, ready to brief him on the day's schedule. Despite their personal relationship, she maintained her professional demeanor, a testament to her dedication as his personal assistant."Good morning, Ethan," Aviana greeted, her voice carrying a blend of warmth and professionalism. "Here's the rundown for today. We have a meeting with the marketing team at 10 AM to discuss the new campaign strategy. Then, you have a lunch meeting with Mr. Johnson from Capital Investments at 12 PM."Ethan, leaning back in his chair, flashed a playful grin. "Sounds riveting, as always, Avi. Did you make sure they're serving my favorite dessert at lunch?"Aviana rolled her eyes playfully, a hint of a smile tugging at her lips. "I believe they're more interested in discussing investments than your sweet tooth, Ethan."He chuckled lightly, enjoying the banter. "You never know, Avi. Dessert is a serious business."Aviana continued with her briefing, detai