LATER THAT DAY"Are you sure you want to be here Olivia?" Sage asked, rushing behind her as she maneuvered her way through the crowd, to the spot where the entire team were already seated.Olivia stopped on her track and turns to Sage. "I'm really damn serious and am gonna be drinking to my heart content"She turns away and moved over to where her colleagues were and they were all just surprised to see her joining their hangouts.Sage shakes his head and joins them after seeing how serious she is. There's something off with her right from the moment she agreed to tag along.She seemed nervous and restless as well, like she's trying to get her mind off something.It felt to him like she was scared of something or someone and that's why she wanted to have him around. He had asked and all she said was that she was perfectly alright.The entire team were going crazy, drinking, chatting and laughing and it was crazy. Sage did not say a word but Just sat and kept his gaze fixed on Olivi
Olivia woke up to the sound of running water coming from the Kitchen area. She sat up and rubs her face, still recovering from the alcohol she had last night."Can't believe I had so much to drink" She mumbles to herself. She notices that the sound of running water had gone off. She really can't recall anything that happened last night, apart from the time she was dared to give Sage a kiss.How she got back home, to her room.. is still a mystery to her."Lucy!! Is that you?" She yells but got no response. She had no idea if Lucy returned home last night and her phone...She looks around for her phone and found it Lying on the side of her bed. Who could have placed it there? She had left it on the floor, refusing to go close to it, like she'd get burnt if she did.She manages to hold the phone. It's no use, the screen is broken, she'd have to get a new one. Tossing the phone to a corner, she got off the bed and puts her flip flops on and makes her way out, dragging her feet lazily beh
A MONTH LATER Unknown to Olivia, she has been under watchful eyes. Her every activities are being monitored, When she leaves her home, to the industry and where she goes there after and even who she hangs out with.It's none other than Maynard. All this time, he couldn't stop himself from wanting to know about everything that have happened to her over the last two years.With the help of his driver Henry, he was able to get the information he needed and also where she resides.But it bothers him more to see that she has been doing so well and living her life to the fullest without him.He can't help but question himself..Has she really moved on from him? Does she really not think about him?What annoys him most is the fact that Olivia hangs out with the Sage guy all the time. Seeing them eat out and the way she laughs and Jokes with him drives him crazy.What gave her the right to joke around with a man? Most times, he doubts if they're really just friends like Henry had reported.
As he tookslow steps towards her, she took two steps back. She runs out of luck when her back hits the wall, leaving her with no where to run to.He was wearing a black mask as well to protect his identity. Olivia shivers in fear. There's nothing she can do and it only got worse when he pulls out a knife from his jacket, still walking towards her."Who are you? What do you want from me? Why do you keep tormenting me?" She keeps asking even though it's becoming so hard for her to breath.He just kept moving slowly towards her. What has she done to deserve this? As far as she knows, she has no foes whatsoever.. Who would want to do this to her?Right now, she can only wish for one thing... That is for a miracle to happen and someone would come save her. Where is Sage who always shows up when she needs help? Why isn't he showing up now? In a swift move, he attacks her, holding her neck and trying to strangle her. Olivia didn't want to give up easily. She did the first thing that came t
It wasn't the question of simply moving, it's her safety that matters. Her home isn't safe anymore. Her life is been threatened by some stalker fan.She had no where to go... She had thought of staying over at the hotel but she's never going to risk it.She considered staying over at sage's, Irrespective of what people would say when they see them staying together. It's only for a meantime, when all of this chaos is over.However, Sage was more than happy to have her. Where else would she be staying at if Sage wasn't in her life. She's glad to have him as a friend.If only Lucy had agreed to move out with her. Olivia had tried to persuade her but she insisted on staying back.Her mind wanders off to the time she collapsed. She thought it was Sage but it turns out to be Maynard.What was he doing in her home? How is it possible that he showed up just the same time she was being attacked?..It really doesn't make any sense to get threatened by some random stalker who gives threatening
Maynard's brows were knitted together in a deep frown as he seriously kept going through some pile of files on his desk.He don't want to be disturbed but want to keep working and working. He didn't expect Olivia to look down on him like she did. She was too harsh on him and said words no one has ever said to him.He had underestimated her. She wasn't the weak Olivia he used to know. She changed alot... more than he had expected.She didn't even appreciate the fact that he had saved her, it's what annoys him the most. Her words keep resounding in his head since she left, he couldn't shake the feeling of disdain that he had seen in her eyes. His secretary barged in with Mark all of a sudden while she was trying to prevent him from stepping in."Am sorry sir, I tried to stop him" She apologized immediately.Maynard glared at Mark who had a smirk with a carefree look on. If it wasn't for the one thing he has with Mark, he'd have asked the security to come throw him out and have the sec
"Am sorry you had to get hurt because of me" Olivia apologized as she applied treatment on Sage.Sage groans and moved his face away. He had accidentally bitten his lower lip when Maynard punched him, and it's really painful."What were you two talking about anyways? I walked passed you both because I don't want to engage in a conversation with him. If I'd seen this earlier, I'd have given him a piece of my mind..."Sage smiled. "It's nothing Olivia. It's just one of those discussions between guys. As for the punch, I guess he's simply jealous you moved on with me"She scoffed loudly.. "Jealous my foot!!" Mumbling, she applied finishing touches to the bruise.Sage didn't stop stealing glances at her face. Somehow, he felt relieved to see how much she cared about him, that only makes him believe that he's on the right track.However, his argument with Maynard a while back was borne out of jealousy and hate.As a man just like Maynard, he could tell that he's trying to make his way bac
TWO DAYS LATER"Mr Harper.!" Olivia called, stepping into Starlight industry. It's the same Industry she recently just signed into. She had taken up the offer and was fully ready to work for it because it's actually a story from a very popular novel and she's meant to play the female lead role. She's excited and can't wait to start work. Tho, she has no idea who she'd be playing the lead role with, but whoever it is, she's sure they're going to do a great job together."Am I late?" She asked further."Not at all. The male lead is yet to arrive. Let's just go in and join the others"She followed him in, meeting with the producers and other members of starlight industry. They got to exchange a few pleasantries.Since they're all waiting for the supposed make lead and having nothing to do, Olivia brought out her phone and began to play games, to kill the boredom.First day on a new deal and he's already late, is he so unprofessional? She thought to herself.She'd have loved to know w
EPILOGUE. Months later, Olivia struggled to keep her eyes open, she could see the smiling faces but they were blurry.She tried again and she could finally see them clearly. Maynard, Bryan, Sage.. everyone was present."Olivia! you are awake!". they said in unison and she gave them a tired smile.Maynard came and sat beside her."How are you feeling?". he asked."Am very tired". Olivia replied." I guess we both won the bet". Maynard said happily."Really?". Olivia asked."Yes, it's a boy and a girl". Maynard replied and Olivia smiled faintly, turning her head to the baby cradle right beside her bed. Her babies were fast asleep and right beside them was Bryan piercing gaze."He's been that way ever since. He hasn't stopped staring at them."With permission, can I be the babies' godfather?". Sage asked faking a British accent."Of course, my good man ". Olivia replied with the accent as well although her voice was hoarse."Congratulations mummy". Bryan said happily, finally tearing hi
The doctor came out the room unaware of everything that just transpired and Maynard and Olivia bought rushed forward."How is he doctor?". Olivia asked worriedly."He is fine and he will wake up soon ". the doctor said with a smile."That's good". Maynard said as holding into Evelyn's hands tightly so that she won't escape.At that moment, the police came and Evelyn was arrested instantly after much struggling. while she was having her fights with Maynard, Olivia had secretly called in the police. What Evelyn did is unimaginable and she should be punished."Maynard, you can't do this to me. I told you the whole truth. Tell them to let me go please. Tell them we're about to get married". Evelyn pleaded but got no reply from neither Maynard nor Olivia and the the police took her away.Maynard came to sit next to Olivia."Are you feeling okay? or do you need to visit the doctor?". maynard asked worriedly."No, am fine". Olivia replied."But you look a bit pale..""I am fine maynard, do
Maynard drove crazily through the traffic and he soon arrived at the hospital."Emergency!!". he screamed as he got out of the car immediately.Some nurses hurried over with a stretcher and Maynard placed Bryan on it carefully.They took him into the hospital and the doctor began to attend to him immediately."What is his name and what happened to him?". the doctor asked."His name is Bryan. He fell down the stairs by accident". Maynard explained."Ok". the doctor replied as they wheeled him into a room.Olivia was too shocked to say anything anymore so she just sat down quietly waiting while maynard paced around worriedly.Evelyn was very annoyed that the wedding was cancelled again. She wasn't particularly happy that the wedding will be on hold because of the brat.Just when she was this close to success that little brat had to pull such a foolish stunt and slip off the stairs."Why is it taking so damn long?" . I hope he is okay" Olivia said worriedly"I am sure he will be fine, le
Throughout the night, Maynard did not sleep a wink . He kept thinking about the wedding and finally it's today. In few hours, he'd be tieing the knot with Evelyn.He turned away from the mirror after dressing up and in that instant, Olivia walked in. He quickly rushed to her and hugged her."Please don't make me emotional than I already am Maynard?!" She pushed him away slightly, trying to fight back her tears." Come with me Olivia. Let's just run far away, that way, I won't have to get married to Evelyn and you won't have to be sad either"." Oh my! Why didn't we think about that earlier!? Let's run away " Olivia said cheerfully and Maynard was super ready to do so. He turned and was about to move to the wardrobe but Olivia caught his arm right on time."We should run far away and then what? So Evelyn can create more scandal against us? Don't be a coward Maynard because you're not. I am not going to support you in whatever plans you have. Let's just get this wedding over and done wi
Bryan joined Olivia in the room almost immediately. He had stood by the corner, observing everything. He sees how much she didn't like it and he didn't like it as well."Why are you here Bryan? Shouldn't you be downstairs with your mom and Dad?" She asked, surprised to see him in her room." Why are you here ma'am? shouldn't you be downstairs with Dad? He asked and Olivia chuckled before saying."Well, I don't belong there it's only best of I stay here. I don't want to be a bother to anyone"Bryan smiled.. " Me too Ma'am. I don't belong there and I don't want to be a bother"Olivia chuckled and ruffled his hair playfully."But you don't look happy ma'am. You really do not like what's going on right? You wish you can stop it don't you?"Olivia only stared at him without saying a word. I mean, what would a six years old boy possibly understand. He could be smart and all that but this is adult business. "Can I say something ma'am?" Bryan said, breaking into her thoughts." Of course, go
The next two days had been from one drama to another and it's Obvious Evelyn us the drama queen. She might be occupying Maynard's room, but he has refused to share a bed with her at all cost. He'd rather spend his night with Olivia than anyone else. That's how things are meant to be done.She did not stop causing more troubles and these past few days, she did not stop parading herself as the newest bride to be. More like she just won herself a medal or something.Olivia was tired of everything and she resorted into keeping as much distance as she could away from Evelyn. No matter how much annoyance she tried to cause, Olivia simply ignored her.As for Maynard, he did not like the fact that he was going shopping with Evelyn. People did not stop staring at them both as they stepping into the Mall.Evelyn has her head held high but he felt like disappearing into thin air. It was an embarrassing moment for him. The last time he stepped into the Mall was with Olivia, now he's with a sly sn
"Oh baby, you are back to your old angry self again.Anyways I am not here for you, I am here for your ex wife.Where is she? get out of the way let me see her". Evelyn said arrogantly."Olivia is not my ex wife but my wife because we are not even divorced yet so watch the words that comes out of that slutty mouth of yours..""The same slutty mouth you couldn't get enough of six years ago? Should I remind you how you kept kissing and nibbling on my..". Evelyn scoffed interrupting Maynard.Maynard clenched his fist in anger."Olivia is not going to see you do get the fuck out of my face". he said cutting her off and made to slam the door on Evelyn's face but she held it back and pushed it open."Tsk tsk, you are being a very bad boy.You didn't even ask me why I am at the front of your door with my luggages ". Evelyn said with a mischievous smile."I don't want to know because I don't care about anything that relates to you". Maynard said nonchalantly."You have to baby, you have to be
LATER THAT EVENINGSage took the longest bath he has ever had in his life. He shaved up and began to style his hair carefully. When he finally done, he wore the suit Olivia suggested, he looked absolutely stunning.He caught himself smiling at his reflection in the mirror and chided himself.His thoughts drifted off to Sofia.how would she react when she saw him this way? but he quickly pushed the thought out of his mind.He picked up his phone and called the restaurant manager."I hope everything has been settled according to plan? I don't want any interruptions unless it's absolutely necessary. Get your waiters to stand by. I want this to go well". Sage said coldly."Rest assured Mr Sage. everything has been taken care as you like it .the entire vip section will be out of bounds for other people except for you and your date and the special chef you hired has already arrived". the manager replied."That's good.I will be there in a few minutes". Sage said and hanged up. Why in Earth
They arrived at their bedroom and Olivia went to use the bathroom while Maynard began to receive series of phone calls from clients telling him to resolve his issues as soon as possible if not they are going to terminate their contract. They were all being Stern and no one was ready to buy his excuses. After finishing the calls, he decided to go through social media and the comments about Olivia was getting worse.*That bitch Olivia deserves whatever she's getting.**I hate women who act like this the most.she looks all innocent but she is a green tea bitch.*The comments were endless and majority of them were throwing hateful comments at olivia.only few of them supported her but that was barely one percent of the whole population. He threw his phone on the couch in anger."Damn it!". maynard cursed loudly.Olivia hurried out of the bathroom when he she heard Maynard cursing."What is happening?I heard you screaming from the...."Maynard interrupted her talk as he threw a fierce