A new apartment was hard to find. Elissa went through various apartments but she couldn't find a suitable one for her. When she does like one, it went over her budget and the ones under her budget weren't good. Elissa scratched her head and grumbled. She had spent hours on her laptop finding apartments. She sighed and closed her eyes for a moment.A few days have gone by since Elissa started to live in Benjamin's villa and during her stay, Benjamin had made sure Elissa was properly taken care of. She also got to know him better and had moments where they accidentally came close.He was very sweet and caring but Elissa couldn't accept that. She couldn't accept his affection and care towards her. She knew he had feelings for her which she wanted he shouldn't. She came up with the decision to tell him about her being a single mother. She thought that after he knows that she was a single mother, he would take a step back and stop pursuing her.Elissa had half today and so she was in the v
Since Elissa was involved with Benjamin's company and he also happened to be his enemy in business, Carson had to have all the information regarding him and his company including his recent activities. Carson's manager informed him about the team-building project of Benjamin's company.Carson thought that Elissa must also be going there and the fact that the two would get more time to spend together made his blood boil. He also decided to go to the same resort where Benjamin was. Carson's manager was confused by his sudden m reckless decision but he obeyed without any argument. Carson told his manager to tell the employees about the trip and ask them to get ready.He took his things and went to his house first before going to the destination. He needed to pick up a few things before he went.He reached the Waverly Residency and was heading straight to his room when Hera stopped him. He paused in his tracks and turned to her mother. “Are you going somewhere, son?” she asked.“Yes, Mom.
“Let's play Truth and Dare!”All the employees gathered around and formed a circle. Carson had no interest in playing but since Elissa and Benjamin were participating, he couldn't sit back. He agreed to play and so did Amanda.“Everyone is familiar with the rules, right?” Vivi, an employee started and kept the bottle in the middle. When everyone nodded, she spin the bottle and everyone excitedly waited on whom the bottle would land.Elissa sat beside Benjamin and Carson and Amanda sat opposite them. Elissa was hoping that the bottle shouldn't land on her because when Carson and Amanda were here, she was worried things would go the wrong way. But her luck wasn't with her today. The bottle landed on her and Elissa cursed internally. The employees cheered and were deciding who should ask her.“I think Boss should be the one to ask!”“I agree!”Upon the employee's urges, Benjamin happily asked, “Truth or Dare, Elissa?”“Truth…” Elissa said with a nervous smile. Games of these kinds scared
Amanda had searched for the two of them but she didn't see Elissa or Carson. She somehow managed to get out from those employees by luring them into drinking. Half of them were drunk already. Amanda was growing impatient and irritated. What if Carson snd Elissa got back together? She was having thoughts like this and kept on dialing Carson's number. When she randomly looks towards the front door of the hotel, relief floods over her when Carson enters through it. She ends the call and hurriedly run towards his direction.Carson was in a bad mood. Anyone could see it by judging his expression. What was he thinking when he said he was going to be engaged soon? He was hoping to see her jealous or the fact that she cared about him, but nothing.“Carson! Where did you go? I was looking for you all over” Amanda said, huffing. She searched for his face but remained cold with a stoic expression. She was desperate to know what happened between them and so she asked, “You and Elissa…what did the
Gabriel Havells, 54 years old, is the mayor of A city. He was well respected among the people and had been the mayor in the long run. The man is humble, kind yet intimidating, and strict. He returned from Falcon city yesterday. He was there for five months. The mayor had a lot of work to do and one of them consisted of attending banquets and inspections. Tonight he had to attend the banquet of Raymond corporation.The company was well-prepared and Benjamin had taken great care since the Mayor was coming. Elissa was busy with the planning along with Benjamin and the others.“Sir, here is your blazer” Elissa came inside his office holding the black blazer.She helped him put on the blazer and was about to leave when he stopped her. “Elissa, can you tell Yvette to meet me?”Elissa nodded, “Sure. I will let her know.” She exited his office and went to find Yvette, the head in charge of designing. Elissa guessed she must in the department but she wasn't there. Elissa had come to realize si
Carson came here for dinner but he was shocked when he saw Elissa quarreling with a man twice her age. His expression for gloomy when he noticed the man was grabbing her arm. Carson misunderstood that Elissa had an improper relationship with the man. He grinded his teeth together when Elissa met his eyes. He noticed the fear in her eyes but he thought that it might be due to his presence.Carson was clouded with anger that he didn't realize the man was the Mayor. His eyes were only on Elissa.Elissa blinked and hurriedly left there and out of the restaurant. How could he do that to her? How could the Mayor be such a creep? Her body was heated because of being scared and when she exited the restaurant, the cool wind made the hair on her skin rose again.She wanted to get away from here from the Mayor. Just as she was going to take her left, a hand grabbed her arm and pulled her. She yelped in horror thinking if it was the Mayor. She was pushed inside the car without her permission and
Benjamin was in his office doing work when he got the call from Carson. He narrowed his eyes as he glanced at the screen. He wondered for what reason he was calling him. Putting down his pen and closing the file, he picked up the phone and received his call.“Hello, Carson.”“Can we meet?” Carson asked, ignoring his greeting.“For business purpose?” Benjamin asked in amusement. “If it's about that then sorry man. I am busy at the moment so–”“It's about Elissa,” Carson said before Benjamin could finish his sentence. “There is something I want to tell you about her” he continued, sounding impatient.Benjamin thought it might be serious since he was calling him. “Alright. Send me the location, I'll be there in half an hour.” Benjamin ended the call and kept his phone aside. A few minutes later, he got the location sent by Carson.Yesterday night, Benjamin had asked Elissa how was the dinner but Elissa didn't say much about it. Her face showed she was upset and tired. He was sure somethi
Amanda was happy as she was going to Carson's house and let him know about the dinner plans she had made for tonight. Even after getting dozens of cold looks and glares from him, she was determined that one day Carson would also look at her with love.She reached the Waverly Residency and parked her car in her usual spot. With a grin on her beautiful face, she made her way inside the house. Entering in, she noticed Hera gazing at the flowers in the vase. “Good morning, Mom” she greeted in her cheery tone which grabbed Hera's attention. A smile emerged and she greeted her too.“Oh, Amanda. I feel so nice to see you. I wished you could stay here forever” Hera expressed. Amanda couldn't contain her happiness and blushed heavily.“I am going upstairs to meet Carson,” Amanda said, still blushing, and went to the stairs. Hera went to the living room remembering she had kept the newspaper there.Amanda ambled humming music. She knocked on the door twice and when he told her to come, she push
Elissa's heart was beating fast as she reached nearer to the Waverly building. She was feeling anxious because she would be confessing her feelings to Carson. Reaching the building, she took the elevator, going up the floor. On her way to the hallway, she met Lin who was surprised to see her but also glad she had come. They gave each other a nod, and Elissa went to Carson's office. She didn't care to knock and simply entered. Carson was on his laptop. Files and documents were all over the office. It was a mess. Elissa's chest rose and fell when she saw him in front of her.Elissa took steps towards him and stopped in front of the desk. Carson had no idea Elissa was here, but suddenly, he snapped his head up and saw her in front of him. It felt as if he was dreaming. When he wanted to see her the most, she was here. Was he hallucinating?“Eli?” he croaked, involuntarily rising from the chair. “Are you really here?”Elissa smiled wide, tears started to make her view hazy. She went to hi
“Elissa!”Elissa flinched, coming back to reality after hearing Benjamin's voice. “Yes?” she croaked, positioning herself correctly on the chair.“Are you alright? I called you twice” he said. Elissa nodded, saying she was fine but she wasn't. She was thinking about Carson. She was worried about the company situation. Although she did help him with the design, she still thought it wasn't enough. She had the urge to go and check if he was doing okay but she had been holding herself back. She knew how workaholic Carson was, and he wouldn't rest until and unless the work is over.“Anyways, we have a meeting at ten. You need to be present there as well” Benjamin added.As he was leaving, she asked him about Carson. “Have you heard about Waverlys Group and Co facing a tough time?”Benjamin's left brow rose in curiosity, wondering why she was asking him about it. “Well, yes. I do am aware.”“Is it bad? Will the company go down or what?” Benjamin was a bit surprised to see the desperate worr
“Mommy, where is Daddy? Why hasn't he come today?” Lia questioned the moment Elissa entered the apartment.“He didn't come?” she asked. “He must be busy with work, sweetheart. Don't worry, he will come some other day” Elissa tried to assure her daughter.“Will he leave us? Will he go to catch fish again?” Lia pouted, making a sad face.“No, of course not. He is only busy with work, love.”“Call him!” Lia demanded. Elissa didn't want to call Carson even if she too wanted to know if he was okay. Elissa refused, making an excuse that she shouldn't disturb Carson but Lia wasn't going to buy that.As they descended to the living room, Elissa gestured to her brother to handle Lia but he shrugged, saying, “She had asked me about for the whole day, eating my brain out. I think you should just ask that lad. Lia will calm down by then.”“Mommy, please! Call him!”“Alright, alright. I'll call him” she agreed at last. Taking out her phone from her purse, she dialed his number and waited for him t
Raymond House,“You are hurting me, Ben!” Georgina cried, trying to break free her wrist but Benjamin had grabbed her wrist tightly, dragging her with him inside of the house.He pushed her forward. “What the heck, Ben?” Georgina scowled, looking at him with questioning eyes.Harold and Diane came from upstairs when they heard the noises. “What is going on?” asked Harold, looking at Benjamin then at Georgina.“I told you Gina. Haven't I? If you dare pull and tricks again, I will never forgive you. I have warned you, haven't I?” Benjamin glared at her. He looked scary for the first time since Georgina had been with him.She gulped, flinching by his words. “You lied to me, Gina! Not only to me but also my parents!”“What lie?” asked Harold.“She is not pregnant! She was never pregnant, Dad.”Harold's and Diane's faces formed in the shape of an O. This was shocking. Georgina panicked. Everything was going to end. What should she do? She thought to herself. She knew she couldn't deny it b
Elissa watched Carson play with Lia. She had wondered if he would be a loving father when they were planning for a baby, and it made her smile that he actually loves Lia more than she thought.Elissa also wondered why he hadn't come to her apartment for three days. He always popped in her apartment with a stupid smile but when he didn't came the past three days, she thought that he might have given up or that something might have happened back in home or the company. Her daughter kept on asking about Carson all day but she doesn't even know why he didn't came. She resisted calling him. She didn't want to show she wanted him there, that she cared about his presence.Elissa didn't realize that Carson was looking at her as well, a smile playing on his lips. She blushed and averted her gaze towards somewhere. There was a problem with Benjamin going on as well, and she had assumed it was most likely Georgina.“Hi” Carson breathed in her ear, making her jump on her place. Seeing her horrifi
When Elissa went to notify Benjamin about her work, she noticed he was tense. His forehead was creased and he was in deep thought that he didn't realise she had come in. “Excuse me, sir.”Benjamin blinked, coming back to reality. “Oh, yes, well, what were you saying?” he asked, turning on his laptop.Elissa gave him the pen drive in which her presentation was saved. “The work is done. If you can check it and let me know if there are any flaws, I will correct it before tomorrow.”“Yes, sure. I'll let you know in an hour” he said, his eyes narrowed at the laptop screen.Elissa was telling herself that she should mind her own business, but she couldn't stop her mouth. “Is everything alright, sir?” she blurted.Benjamin looked at her and she saw something was bothering him. He was fighting whether he should tell her anything or not. “Some personal issues. Nothing serious” he assured her with a tight smile. Elissa knew he had lied but she did not press more. She took her leave, closing the
It was yet another normal day. Elissa was doing her work assigned to her inside her office when she got the call from Benjamin to bring her the file he needed. She grabbed the file she had kept on the file holder, and went to his room, passing the workplace.Just as she was passing by, she saw Georgina along with a woman who Elissa thought was in her mid forties entered from the elevator. Georgina met Elissa's eyes and they still harbored hatred for her.Elissa and Georgina were both going to the same room, which made it awkward. “Why are you going there?” Georgina asked in a rude way.“Sir has asked for this file so i am just going to give him that” Elissa said politely.“What's your name, miss?” asked the woman with a tight smile which Elissa knew was fake.“Elissa Williams.”Realization drawn upon that woman's face as if she knew who Elissa but was meeting her for the first time. “I am Georgina's mother,” she introduced herself. “Brittany.” Elissa had assumed that must be the case
Raymond Company,Elissa was nervous as she walked inside the Raymond company building. She felt as if it was her first day. It sure was. She was overthinking about encountering Georgina again.She doesn't want any rivalry. Yesterday, she gave her answer to Benjamin about joining back again, and he was elated. She hasn't told this to Carson, because why should she? She wasn't answerable to him in any sort of way.When she entered the workspace, all the employees had their eyes on her. Elissa felt awkward and smiled at them tightly. She made her way towards the CEO room, knocking on the door first before entering.When Benjamin had said to come in, she pushed the open inside and went in. Benjamin's eyes beamed instantly when he saw her. He smiled, “Good morning, Elissa! Welcome!”Elissa smiled tightly. “Thank you.”Benjamin was about to say something when the door burst open and Georgina came in. Her eyes narrowed when she saw Elissa. “How dare you come here again?” she scowled.Elissa
After Lia's surgery, Carson was visiting her more and more. Elissa was annoyed but at the same time she was happy to see her daughter glowing.“Look, I have you the permission to see her, but that does not mean you will come to live here” Elissa said. He was playing with Lia in the small living room and Elissa had asked him to follow her to the kitchen leaving Lia with Jonathan who was as annoyed as her.“You don't like me here?” the question made her gape. Was she not clear enough that day?“Yes, I don't, Carson. I don't think you should give Lia hopes that you will always be here, taking care of her and all. There is no chance–”“I was not bluffing about what I said on that day. I meant every word. I will always take care of both of you. Even if you don't like me - which is a lie - I am not letting go of my daughter or you. I have made that mistake before, I don't want to again.”Elissa knew she couldn't agree with him about this, so let it go and sighed. “Fine. Whatever. Buf you ar