54.Roland was sorting out some files in his office when Ashton walked in.Ashton paused to get a good look at him first, he's never seen Roland working with a smile on his face before, he's looking extremely happy and he couldn't help but wonder why."What's up with the happy face? You're looking so happy, did something good happen or did Annabel finally accept you?" He asked as he took a sit in front of Roland."Oh, that will happen soon don't worry." Roland replied with full confidence.Ashton chuckled softly. "I'm shocked by the confidence you have when you said that, do you have a plan?""Not really, it's just about Olivia, they're having a parents meeting in their school soon and she's asked me to play the role of her father, I just love the little girl so much and I feel she's going to play a huge part in bringing I and Annabel together. You know Olivia is getting so fond of me now and is always requesting to see me and each time we meet, Annabel is always there, you get what I'
55.Annabel, Sasha and Olivia walked into a boutique and the first thing that left Olivia's mouth was wow."Are we really going to be getting my cloth from this place mommy?" She asked, staring around in amazement."Yes baby, you like it here?" Annabel asked, smiling brightly.Olivia instantly nodded. "It's so beautiful," She giggled.An attendant walked up to them. "Good day, how may I be of assistance?" She asked with a cheerful smile on her face."I'll love to have a fitting for my daughter, I need a lovely dress for her." Annabel replied."Sure, come with me." They were about going with the attendant when Sasha's phone rang and she had to excuse herself to go take the call.Annabel and Olivia went with the lady and while they were taking Olivia's measurement for her dress, Olivia's eyes caught sight of a lovely purple dress which wasn't far from where they stood and beside the dress was a matching purple bag and shoes too. Since purple was her favorite color, she immediately fell
56."What? What do you mean Olivia? Why would you say such a thing?'' Annabel asked, even Sasha was surprised by her question."I'm just saying mommy, can he be my real father? I want him as my father.'' "Hold on a minute. Are you saying this because of the things he gives you? Is that why you want him as your father Olivia?""Of course not mommy." Olivia instantly denied because in the real fact, that's not the reason she wants him as her father."Anna, that's not the kind of question to ask a little girl, you shouldn't ask her that." Sasha cautioned."I just want to know what my little angel is up to Sasha." She replied. "So tell me baby, why do you suddenly want him as your father?" She asked."It's really not because of the things he buys for me mommy, remember when we went to the store, he was the only one who talked to me when I touched him and I just like Mr a lot, he's so nice to me and I love him, he's acts like a father to me and do you hear him mommy, he calls me his daugh
57.The day for the parents day was finally here, Sasha and Annabel were both running around the house, trying to get ready quickly since they were already running late.The door bell rang and since Annabel was downstairs, she went to answer the door, when she opened it, she was surprised to see a man standing outside."Hi Ma'am, I'm Mr Roland's driver and he's asked me to come pick you up." Annabel furrowed her brow. "What? I don't get it, why would he do that? I do have my own car and we can manage on our own.""He did mention that, but he still insists that I come pick you guys up and take you to the venue." The man explained.Since they were already running late, Annabel didn't want to waste anytime arguing with the driver, she simply agreed."One moment please." She rushed upstairs to check on Sasha and Olivia, when she saw they were ready, she informed them about what has just happened and when Sasha tried to ask questions, she reminded her that they have no time to waste and sh
58.“Oh my goodness, it's a doll house!” One of the kids screamed and everybody stood up, clapping loudly and cheering.Annabel covered her mouth as she stood there speechless.“Sorry, I'm late. My father gave me a hard time before letting me come here. He was angry and saying that I wasn't a parent, so what was I going to do in someone else's child parents day, crazy right?” Sasha scoffed as she rushed in and spoke to Annabel, who couldn't hear her due to shock.“Anna? Annie?” She called and furrowed her brows when Annabel's eyes were fixed in one particular direction. She turned and a “Whoa!” escaped her lips. “Did Roland get that for Olivia?” She asked when she saw Olivia screaming and dancing around.Annabel nodded for she couldn't find words to express how she was feeling right now.Roland turned to her and she looked back at him, her eyes turning watery. The parents felt intimidated but they still celebrated the little girl.When it was all over, they took pictures and Roland dro
59.“Where is Roland?” Sasha asked after Annabel returned to Olivia's room.“He should be gone by now.” She sighed and sat down on Olivia's bed. The little girl played, got tired and fell asleep.“What were you two talking about?” Sasha asked.“Isn't it crazy?” Annabel chuckled sadly. “He told me he loved me,” She said.Sasha's eyes widened. “Wow! What did you say?”“I told him I was engaged.” The excitement on Sasha's face dimmed. “You said what? Why? For what?” She couldn't believe Annabel. “Why would you lie to him that you're engaged?”“To keep him as far away from me as possible, Sasha. He needs to let me be!” Annabel answered.Sasha couldn't believe it. “And what if he finds out you lied?”“He should live with it.” Annabel rolled her eyes.Sasha shook her head. “That's not cool at all. If you keep behaving like this, I don't think it makes you any different from him,” Sasha said and Annabel swiftly turned to look at her, surprised. “I'm your friend, Annabel and I'll always tell
60.Annabel entered the office the next day but was shocked to see that Roland was not in the office. She wondered what happened because he was always the first to come to work before her.She sighed and sat down, thinking he must have gone to attend a meeting of some sort. She went through his schedule for the day but there was nothing like that.“He can come to work whenever he likes, I don't care,” She scoffed and went to do her work for the day.2 hours later, Roland wasn't there yet. She didn't know why but she became worried about him. This was very unusual of him. When she waited for another hour and didn't see him, she stood up and went to the secretary. “Have you seen Mr. Roland today?” She asked, forgetting to greet.Sandra looked up at her, a smile forming on her lips. This was the first time she got to look at Annabel upclose. The girl was indeed beautiful like the other employees said.Annabel furrowed her brows, wondering why Sandra was smiling at her. She cleared her
61.The day seemed to be quite slow, and Annabel prayed it would end soon. She didn't like how she felt after Roland told her that. She had no idea what he meant either and it seemed as if everywhere suddenly became hotter than normal.She couldn't concentrate on the files she was working on and would look at Roland from time to time to see if he was affected by the hotness as well. Roland's eyes were fixed on the laptop he was working on, and occasionally the employees would come for him to review their work and also sign some papers.Annabel admired how hard working he was and sighed, ruffling her hair. She looked at the spot where his water dispenser was and remembered the day he had taken her to his private suite. She suddenly started craving for that ice cream but had to control herself.She turned to look at Roland again and this time around, he had his hand on his forehead, his face scrunched up in pain. Annabel didn't want to ask so he wouldn't tease her again.She glanced his