~Alyona~I’ve heard that people come to New York for two reasons: to follow their hearts or their dreams.The first time I ever traveled to New York was when I was in my mother’s womb like a peanut.My parent’s short love story brought two kids into this world, including me.Their particular love didn’t last long. Predictably, for the former reason - because of another woman.But the allure of the city that never sleeps has never left my mom. After all, New York City is one of the most (maybe the most) iconic city in the world for a reason; the art and the history; the music and the architecture; the diversity; the noise; the never-ending lines of yellow checkered cabs punctuation every block.Growing up in New York, I believed life in the city was for masochists. In the summer, we complain about the heat. In the winter, the cold.At present, it’s a harsh winter. Keeping calm is vital when we are blasted with terrifying storms like the present arctic-polar-vortex-bomb-cyclone.While wa
In the middle of the night, an expensive Boeing private helicopter landed with a whirling-whapping sound on the world’s tallest residential building in New York.The thrumming of the helicopter blades twirling the chilly weather into the gale of icy wind.As the door opened, an elegant young man wearing an expensive business suit designed by his couturier came out.His arrogant, cold looks perfectly matched his classy moves.At nearly 1,400 feet, looking down on the Empire State Building, you aren’t just above New York City - you lord over it. Cars become toys, and people become dots. Central Park shrinks from a lush oasis of trees and playing fields to a small grass welcome mat for your private domain. Your head is truly in the clouds.He lives on the top floor of the world’s tallest residential building.The penthouse on the top floor is called the statement.He is the owner of New York’s top fashion company named Enamore. Recognized as the youngest entrepreneur, he liked to stay on
~Alyona~“Will you be my girlfriend?” Shawn purred.“Shawn, I have never seen you like this. I don’t love you.” I answered as I was trying to get rid of him.“Please give me a chance,” He jeered.I tried to run, but my leg seemed stuck in the ground.His face is getting bigger as he pouts his lips towards me.I saw a stick to hit him, but when I picked it, it recast into ice- cream.What the hell is happening to me?“Alyona Marshall,” a sound was calling my name from far away.I looked here and there.“Alyona, don’t make me come up there,” it’s my mom screaming at me.But where am I?I woke up in a shocking state. My mother screamed my name as she called me to come down and have breakfast with her.But to whom I was running into my dreams.I shook my head.Suddenly, I remember. My clingy senior wanted me to be his girlfriend. He used to be my unwanted admirer.But why am I dreaming about him?I thought to myself,“Alyona, if I have to call our name again...”“Ahh... coming, mom,” I ans
Mom loved the way these two people made me happy. We don’t expect big things; these small moments we live with our friends and family will be our lifetime memory.Olivia and Ivy grabbed my hand as we went into my room.“I am leaving, Al,” mom called before leaving.I ran down and hugged her.“Thank you, mom, for everything you have done for Cassie and me.”A mother knows everything even when you don’t say it.“And thank you for allowing me to go with my friends.”I hugged her tightly.“Ok, ok... there is an envelope under my bed; you can take it for your shopping.” She patted my back.“No, mom. I don’t want money. I can manage by myself,” I answered.She touched my cheeks and said.“I know you are a big girl. But for me, you are still that little girl who wanted everything to be done by her mom.”She kissed my cheeks and took her coat from the hanger.“Mom,” I whispered.“Choose a beautiful dress for yourself. Maybe you will get your Mr. Right in that Masquerade ball.” She winked at me
~ALYONA~Standing in front of that gigantic mirror, it lost me in my thought surrounded by these beautiful creations.Indeed, Mario did his best at work. When passion becomes your profession, nothing can stop you.“He is the best,” We heard the screeching sound as another rack came into the room.Mario husked in his manly voice. “Girls, here is my collection. My Assistant will help you try these dresses.” He signaled towards his assistant and sat on the couch next to us.“So, who wants to go first?” Ivy said.We thought it would be good if Olivia started the show.The dress looks fantastic. I would say the red was not bold; it’s the red taken from fresh tomatoes; Olivia seemed so beautiful in that dress. It revealed her flawless skin in this dress. She wore a black mask and made a messy bun as we stared at her without saying a word. She shrugged at us, waiting for some compliment.“It’s gorgeous,” we said together.She gazed at Mario as Mario winked at her, taking pride in making such
Excited, we three settled n the taxi—the churning of thoughts, the turmoil of enthusiasm keeping us on our toes. As the tires screeched in front of the gigantic building, my heart skipped a beat, thinking what was waiting inside was more than enough for me. There were so many people entering the building.Olivia stopped us and told us to come from the back door.“Guys, follow me,” she said.“But why are we not going from this entrance?” We asked.“That is for VIP guests, and for employees, there is a back door.”We followed her and entered the back door while she was busy greeting her boss.Ivy and I walked inside and saw a beautiful sight.A gigantic chandelier was hanging in the middle of the hall, sprinkling colorful light over every being presented inside.The hall was filled with beautiful people; some held their masks while others covered their faces. That reminds us to wear masquerade masks.“Mask,” I said to Ivy.The booming sound and colorful lights filled our spirit with enjo
~Alyona~I walked on the floor with this unknown, handsome man.As we walked, every peer diverted toward us.All the girls filled their eyes with jealousy as their jaws dropped to the floor. He delicately kept his hand on my waist, and a shiver ran down my spine. Our eyes collide with each other for a few seconds. He looked forward and smiled.His smile could kill thousands, and I was one of them. He got a cute dimple on his right cheek. Oh! God, I want to die for this dimple. Keeping myself calm, I got busy looking around, people gawking at us. Again, with my stupidity, I was about to stumble, but he held my hand.“Are you ok?” He said.His manly voice brushed my ears and suppressed all the surrounding sounds. I wanted to hear my name in his husky voice. I blinked my eyes again and again as I was damn sure I was in my dream. Dancing with a handsome guy like him can only happen in my dreams. He touched me again and asked,“Are you ok?”“Yes,” I replied in a guttural voice.No, I was no
~Alexander~ The party was at a peak when I entered it. Rich people were showing off their brands and money. That is what the party was all about. Tucking my suit button, I scooped my eyes through the crowd. It’s all about the plastic beauty ready to lure you for your status and power. No genuine appreciation for the work; it’s all about showing off. The men were complimenting others wives, trying their luck for extramarital affairs, and some were ready to turn their business deals into sustainable relationships by tying their kid’s life together. I didn’t come here to check on these people, but because I wanted to celebrate our achievements with Esrael. I saw the arrangements and signaled my manager. “Is everything ok? Boss,” “No,” he wanted me to tell him where the room was for improvement. But as my employee, he should know and assess the situation by himself. “What do you think I don’t like here?” He looked around, trying to pinpoint, but found none. “You are fired,” I r
After that night, Alexander and Alyona got married."Are you ok, babe?" Alexander asked, rubbing Alyona's back."I am looking like a balloon. I need to change this dress." She scanned herself in the mirror with a big belly."No, you are not a balloon. You are pregnant with my babies in your belly, making you the most beautiful woman on this earth."He touched her belly and kissed her."Still..." She whined."Come on, babe. We are getting late for the ceremony." Alexander winked at her in the mirror.She grabbed his hand. "Did I tell you, you are the sexiest man in this world? And I am craving for you every minute, even if you are in front of me."She licked her lips, looking lustfully at him. He raised his brow."No, you didn't tell me in the last few hours." He said.She pulled his collar and kissed him, smuggling her lipstick on his lips."I am done." She said."What about me? You are becoming naughty day by day. Alyona," He fixed his suit as he was trying to protect himself from he
~ALYONA~I understood what mom tried to tell me. Pray and wait on the LORD. Have you ever thought? It’s difficult to say to give all your worries to him and wait. How could you sit around and not think of the things that could affect your whole life?But here is what we call your faith stands. And I was a lost cause who couldn’t hear God’s voice for my answers. I was in a complete dilemma about how to tell Stephan about my feelings. Even after I prayed, I was worried about the things coming back and forth in my mind.I had to marry Stephan this evening, but my heart was pounding for answers. How is it going to affect my family? How is it going to work with Stephan? “Lord, I prayed. But I know I am still thinking.” It felt like guilt. Am I not trusting him anymore? Or am I just watching my GOD with the possibilities of what I wanted to see?With all these thoughts, I reached my church early in the morning. I came inside to cool my mind before the evening ceremony. Doesn’t it feel str
Alyona came home with her family. It excited them to know about her experience, but she was not ready to talk. “I am feeling tired, mom. Can I go to my room?” She passed a smile to everyone and left the room. It felt awkward as this was not the Alyona they knew. She’s alive and excited all the time, but here she seems lost in the track of time. It’s been two days since she didn’t open up with anyone. Her sister took her shopping. “Girl, I know you are busy with your practice, but we have only two days left. We have to go for the dress’s trial. After that, makeup, and all.” Cassie was excited. Alyona nodded, as she had to marry Stephan as she promised. She has to look happy in front of everyone. She felt vulnerable about hurting Alexander’s feelings. She used to jump around for the whole day, trying to look happy. But every night, she used to cry for hurting and missing her true love. “What should I do? I rejected the man I love. And I can’t hurt my family.” Every day she h
The night was beautiful with her presence beside him. It seems like they were leaving a dream of having each other in arms.The morning came as Alexander scanned her face like a new hope. He caressed her cheeks and wished to wake up every morning beside her. Today was the last day for them, and today’s night would be the last for him to make her fall in love.He pecked a kiss on her head.“Good morning.”She whined and snuggled her head on his chest.“Not now. I am tired.” She whispered.With a naughty thought, he trailed his finger on her shoulder to her back, making circles and wet kisses on her neck.“I know a good way to wake you up, princess,”He went down while licking her body. Her body started to react, but she didn’t open her eyes.But he could hear her soft moans.Aroused chest and the wet valley were ready for his touch.He bit her dow there, not soft enough to give another painful whimper.She begged him to stop this teasing, but he looked at her with a smirk.“I have not s
It’s morning. Alyona opened her eyes and found out Alexander was sleeping next to her. She hesitated for a second, but then she remembered the last night he helped her sleep peacefully. Softly, she traced her fingers on his face. His big thick lashes covered his piercing hazel eyes. He was sleeping calmly with the smile of a baby. She stood up without disturbing him and walked toward the bathroom for morning chores. After she was done, she called her family and updated them about her trip and her health. She came inside and saw he was still sleeping like a log. Suddenly the phone rang as it echoed in the room. She picked up the phone immediately, “He...” Before Alyona said something, the other person screamed. “Hello, Alex. Happy birthday, brother.” Esrael screamed from the other side. “Hello, it’s...” Alyona whispered. “Alyona, is that you? How are you, dear? Well, remember me? I am Esrael, your ex-boss and friend?” Esrael answered. “Hi,” Alyona answered in a low voice. “Th
He extended his hand towards her. She hesitated, but at last, she opened her hand towards him. He smiled as they walked towards their room. “So this is my room,” Alyona smiled while Alexander kept her bag. “Is it? I thought this was our room.” He answered. “You have a separate room, right?” She asked. He smirked at her. “Do you want me to live in another place when I have only eight days to remind you of everything? Don’t you think it’s unfair to me?” He frowned at her with his puppy eyes. She looked confused, but he was right. “Then you will sleep on the couch.” She pointed. “Yes, boss.” He dropped his bag, too. She roams around to look at the beautiful view of this VIP Suite. “I booked a normal suit. I didn’t get a VIP suite at the last moment.” She casually informed Alexander. “It’s ok; I bought this suit for us,” he answered while taking out his jacket. “How?” He patted the place near him to make her sit next to him. She heaved a low breath, thinking she didn’t rememb
Alexander came out; his heart was broken badly. Firstly he was late to realize his love, and once he realized he didn't find her.And now, after six months, he found her, and she lost all their beautiful moments.Tears rolled his eyes when her car passed in front of him. She became a star, and there she didn't know him.How does she remember him?But he was not willing to give up. All he wanted to do was remind her of their love.But how? He was not allowed to come near her. Now he got a court notice too.It all depends upon Alyona whether she wanted to meet him or not?If their love is true she will give him a chance.Alyona reached her home after the concert. After getting tons of appreciation calls from everyone, she locked herself in her room."Mom, I want to sleep." She went.Her anxious heart was restless with the stranger she met in her vanity.Once again, she closed her eyes to feel his face.
Alexander came out; it broke his heart badly. He was late realizing his love, and once he realized he didn’t find her. And now, he found her after six months, and she lost all their beautiful moments. Tears rolled his eyes when her car passed in front of him. She became a star, and there she didn’t know him. How does she remember him? But he was not willing to give up. All he wanted to do was remind her of their love. But how? He could not come near her. Now he got a court notice, too. It all depends upon Alyona, whether or not she wants to meet him. If their love is true, she will give him a chance. Alyona reached her home after the concert. After getting tons of appreciation calls from everyone, she locked herself in her room. “Mom, I want to sleep.” She went. Her anxious heart was restless with the stranger she met in her vanity. Once again, she closed her eyes to feel his face. “Hazel orbs... dimples... big lashes,” she whispered. Hastily, she ran towards her closet to op
Alexander came to Stephan’s office to meet Alyona. Stephan knew him, as Alexander was a well-known man in the business world. “I wanted to meet Miss. Alyona,” Alexander said. “But she is not up for any modeling assignment. She is a singer, and she will not promote your brand.” Stephan smiled. The meeting seems official, as Stephan thought Alexander came to Alyona to promote ENAMORE. “I am not here to promote my brand. I wanted to meet Alyona.” Looking at his curiosity, Stephan doubted him. “How do you know her?” He asked. Alexander told him about Alyona’s job in ENAMORE. Stephan understood he was the man who broke Alyona’s heart. “Get out.” He didn't listen to Alexander. Alexander begged him, but he told his security to take him out. Stephan called Alyona’s mother and informed her about Alexander. She got stressed, as she didn’t want Alyona to meet him. “Stephan, it will affect her health.” she purred. Alyona was busy playing with Cassie’s daughter and didn’t see her mothe