122.The air became too thick for Roland, and he cleared his throat numerous times. He glanced at Nadia to see if she was joking, but she had a serious expression on her face. In fact, she looked too serious.Nadia just watched his reaction. She wished it would happen immediately, but since Annabel was now in the picture, she had to take things slowly.She suddenly burst into a fit of laughter, and Roland stared at her, confused.“I got you!” She laughed. “I can't believe I got you!” She laughed again.“Huh?” Roland stared at her.“Come on, dude, do you think I'd hit on you when you have a girlfriend? I was only joking.” She revealed and Roland didn't know when he released a breath he had no idea he had been holding.He had thought she was serious and couldn't think of any answers to give her. “Oh my! You got me really good.” He laughed too.“Just take that as a reunion prank.” She smiled.“Sure.” He smiled back as they continued to eat and talk about other matters.****“How has your
123.At school, it was lunch break and the kids were busy eating their food. Olivia walked into the cafeteria with Winter and was about to take a seat when she saw Sebastian sitting all alone.“Sebastian is all alone. Let's go and keep him company.” She smiled at Winter, but Winter frowned.“Why? Isn't he the kid everyone is calling dull?” Winter asked.“He's not dull, Winter. He's just shy.” She answered.“How are you sure he is just shy? Look at him.” She pointed at him. He was busy scribbling in a book instead of touching his food.Olivia shook her head. “My mummy told me that no child is dull, and I shouldn't look down on anyone.”“My mummy asked me to stay away from people I feel are not in the same class with me and that Sebastian is not in the same level with me. I can't make friends with him.” Winter scoffed.“But that's not right. Everyone is equal and should be treated equally. Because you're smart doesn't make him dull,” Olivia was disappointed at Winter. She had no idea Win
124.Mr. Davis blinked as he watched Roland. He wanted to say no to any form of deal, but his greedy nature will not let him.“What deal?” He asked.“I'm glad you asked,” Roland smiled and rested his hand on the desk, staring straight into Mr. Davis' eyes. He knew how scared of him the man was, even though he loved to hide behind the toughness and all that. And he was going to use that fear against him. “You and I know that you're still owing me a lot of million dollars, am I right?” He asked, referring to what Mr. Davis did to him in the past.Mr. Davis cleared his throat and went mute.“Am I right?” Roland asked again.“Y… Y… Yes.” He stuttered.“Good. If you let Sasha go, and she comes to work for me instead, I'll forget about your debts and won't call the police on you. You'll be a freeman.” He led down the conditions, knowing that the older man won't be able to resist it.Mr. Davis couldn't believe Roland was about to give up such a huge amount of money because of Sasha. He wante
125.When they were done setting Sasha's office, she followed Annabel to Roland's office and met Ashton there.Roland had already told Ashton that Sasha would be his assistant manager and immediately his eyes met with hers, he smiled and stood up to wake her.“Welcome to D. Ville's company, Sasha. I'm excited to work with you.” He said.Sasha smirked. “You'll be more excited when we start working together, Ashton.” She smiled at him, meaning something that was totally different but Ashton didn't seem to understand her.Annabel knew what she meant and chuckled.“Please, show her around the company.” Roland urged Ashton.“Sure. Please, come with me.” He led her out of the office and Annabel smiled as she watched them.She was more than happy that Sasha was finally free from her father's grip. She turned to face Roland, who was busy staring at her.“Roland,” She called and he blinked. “Yes?” “Were you staring at me?” She laughed.Roland knew he wouldn't be able to deny this one. He was
126.The day seemed to go by faster than Annabel expected, and Nadia made sure to spend most of the time with them. Annabel wondered if the lady had nothing to do and just wanted to be a pain in the ass. Her joy was evident when Nadia finally left.She sighed and tucked a strand of her hair behind her eyes. She was getting off work early that day and wanted to pick Olivia up from school by herself today.“I'll be leaving now,” She said to Roland after arranging her desk.Roland pouted. “Why? What are you going home to do anyway? It's not that Sasha is leaving yet.”“Sasha is coming with me. I want to be the one to pick Olivia from school. It's been a while.” She smiled at him.Roland nodded, since it had to do with Olivia. “Tell her I'll see her soon, okay?” He said and she nodded.She walked to where he sat and pecked his lips. “Bye. Don't miss me too much.” She chuckled.Roland smiled. “Oh, before you go, I forgot to tell you that Nadia would be following us to the karaoke tomorrow n
127.What Nadia told Annabel instilled fear in her, and her mood spoiled instantly. Roland walked into the room and dropped the drinks on the table before sitting beside Annabel. He noticed that Annabel wasn't looking too cheerful and held her hand.“Are you okay?” He smiled at her.She forced a smile and nodded. “Can you sing for me?” She asked.“I don't think you need to ask him to sing for you. He'd have to do it by himself,” Nadia smiled warmly at her, and Annabel commended her acting skills. The lady was a real demon. “You see, back when we were together in school, Roland used to have the best voice in class. Girls literally trip just by hearing his voice, but not me, though. I'm not a softie.” Roland chuckled. “Come on, Nady, you literally told me you were moved by my songs.”“I wasn't in my right senses then,” She denied immediately and looked away. Roland just shook his head. “Anyway, go and sing, let's hear you. I need to know if your voice is still intact or if you have a fr
128.“What did you just say, mum?” Roland stood from where he sat and walked to where his mother stood. “You want me to meet Nadia's parents and pick them from the airport? As their errand boy or as what? Don't they have a chauffeur?” He asked.Mrs. D. Ville rubbed her forehead. “Come on, Roland, it's just a kind gesture. What's wrong with picking up your best friend's parents from the airport?” “Are you calling her my best friend now, mum?” He snickered. “I can't believe you. Why has she become my best friend all of a sudden? Weren't you referring to her as daughter-in-law before? Tell me, what happened?” Roland asked, knowing fully well that his mother didn't mean what she said about Nadia being his best friend.“You're overreacting unnecessarily, Roland. Just do as I asked of you, okay?” She wanted to touch him, but he moved away.“What if I refuse to do it?” He folded his hands.“Then you'd be disobeying me.” She frowned.“I want to disobey you.” He said and was about to walk awa
129.Roland brought Nadia to the office and made her sit down. Mrs. D. Ville had seen them walk into the elevator and followed them.Nadia was still crying when she walked in.“What happened to you?” She asked, rushing to where Nadia sat down.“Mum,” She called, pretending to choke on her tears.Mrs. D. Ville cupped her cheeks. “What's the matter, sweetie?” She asked.“I don't know what happened to Annabel and just wanted to calm her down. She slapped me in the process.” She answered, placing her palm on the side of her cheek.Roland sighed and left to get an ice pack from the store.“Annabel did what!” Mrs. D. Ville snapped.Roland returned with the ice pack and bent to help Nadia. He placed it on her cheek and she winced.Mrs. D. Ville faced Roland. “What did I just hear? Annabel raised her hand on Nadia and you did nothing?” She yelled at him but he said nothing and just focused on placing the ice pack on her cheek. He was also wondering why Annabel would do such a thing. He knew h