The sound of the alarm kept ringing incessantly, and her hair fluttered all over her face. Ariana grudgingly opened her eyes, still feeling sleepy. She must have slept off unknowingly last night.She felt cold all over her body as the duvet slid down a little, exposing her fair succulent skin. Naked? Why was she naked and not putting on nightwear?“Wha-ouch! Why the fuck does my lip hurt so bad?” She asked, frowning deeply while holding the lower part of her lips.Ariana wondered if she accidentally ate her lips last night because that was undoubtedly how she was feeling right now! How could such a thing happen?“Ha! Thinking about that scum must have got me depressed these days. But then, I am lucky that my plans had already kicked off,” she murmured, getting off the spacious bed.Although the bed was comfy, she needed to get dressed for work. And for getting dressed, she remembered sleeping off in the car. Could it be the maids who brought her into her room and also changed her clo
Ariana took a deep breath again to calm her aching nerves. She got prepared to visit her mother as she wrapped up her work for the day. As soon as she stood up, she came face to face with the grim face of Vincenzo.When did he come to the office? Did he hear everything she and her mother discussed? “Going somewhere?” He asked, raising his brows.“Yes, Mr. President. I need to see my mother,” Ariana replied, picking up her bag.Vincenzo was about to say more but kept silent instead. He just received a message from his grandfather about his marriage. Grandpa Alberto wants to see both of them, but Vincenzo didn't want to stop Ariana from visiting her mother.He knew he was going to get an earful from his grandpa.“Do you need something from me?” Ariana asked, staring at Vincenzo.“No. You can go. The driver would drop you there,” Vincenzo said, turning around to go to his office.As soon as he left, Ariana also made her way out of the office. When she got to the entrance, her view was b
“That's precisely what I have been wanting to tell her, Mrs. Scott”Ariana watched as the pompous-looking Rex walked into the apartment without an ounce of remorse. Instead, it was as though he was accusing her. Clenching her fist tightly, her glare was enough to stop him right on track.The unspoken question from Ariana made Rex lose his focus for a second before he composed himself.“You don't have to stare at me like that. You know why I left you, Ariana,” Rex said, smiling dubiously.“Get out before I make you,” Ariana spat out calmly, not ready to indulge herself in any words with him.He was the true definition of a disgusting scum. “Ari, let him be. I called him over,” Mrs. Scott said, coming in between the two people.Ariana turned towards her mother, with lips clasped tightly and an unbelievable scoff escaping her mouth. Her emotions were already in shambles, but for her mother to call this scum over here, totally ripped the final shards.“You called him over without thinkin
Vincenzo stared at the woman who just left the office. He had heard a little of her words over the phone. He guessed she must be talking to her mother. He didn't want to pry into her private issues because he was trying to steer his heart away from her. But then, he was worried about her.He was still thinking of what to do when his phone rang. He saw it was a message from his Grandpa reminding him of the meeting. He sighed, knowing he was going to get more than an earful from that old man.He looked at the result of the managerial post so far and found out that Ariana was doing more than just well. It seems that her determination to have power was unwavering. It was good and he admire her courage.Though he still thinks it's a waste because he was going to make sure to assist her in her plans. He adjusted his tie as he got ready to leave the office. His guards opened the door and they guided him as he walked briskly out of the building. He took out his phone so he could make a call
Ariana tried to open her heavy eyes. After a few moment of battling, she finally opened it. Her eyes scanned around her before she felt a sharp pain. "Mmm…ouch, where am I?" Ariana asked, holding her head tightly. She felt the probing pain in her head as she tried to look around her. "Shh, you are fine now. Don't stress yourself too much," Vincenzo quickly held her hands as he said this. All the locked up emotions kept rushing in at the thought of what happened started replaying in her head. She felt broken inside and she couldn't help but burst out in tears. Her eyes were quickly reddened and her face a bit swollen. She was shaking violently and was trying to say something but the tears prevented her from doing so. She allowed her emotions to play the greater part.Ariana thought she had totally gotten used to the pain but it seemed like it was all in her head. She was still hurting like hell! Vincenzo tried to hold her in his arms but he was a bit worried if she needed him to o
It's been two hours since Vincenzo left the room. He heard from Jeff that Ariana was at the garden. He sat on his chair, tapping lightly on the table. He was holding some papers, his lips curled into a smirk.He wondered what she would want to exact her revenge on that scum.His riveting thoughts were brought to a halt at a soft knock on his door."Come in," he answered, coldly.The door was pushed up and the elegant yet frail looking woman walked in. She had a face that was devoid of emotions. Vincenzo knew what she had come for the instant their eyes met."I need your help," she simply said, still staring at him."I am glad you came to ask for my assistance at last. Moreover, that was our deal and we sealed it already," Vincenzo smiled at her.Ariana looked up at the finely chiseled face of the man she married for revenge. Although his words were shameless, it was the truth. The criteria was to have sex with him and they already started. Why can't she start the revenge then? So she
One Week LaterVincenzo sat across from his nosy friend, awaiting the result of the test conducted the day before. Since that night, he and Ariana had continuously had sex. Every night had been blissful to him but deep down he knew she was still hurting."There is still no significant improvement or whatever in the test. Maybe we should give it a six-month test then?" Martin suggested, smiling." What if it doesn't work?" Vincenzo asked, frowning." Let's be hopeful, Vince. I am sure I will surely get something before the end of the contract. I will need to study her blood too," Martin said, assuring him." I will send her to you, then. I need to hear something positive in the next six months," Vincenzo said." Are you that eager to leave her?" Martin asked, touching his chin. He knew Vincenzo very well. Something was fishy."Got a problem with that?" Vincenzo asked, glaring at him."Are you trying to deceive yourself? Do you think simply because the contract would be over, it would a
Mr. Wesley stared at the report in his hands, his eyes stuck to the words written at the end of the letter. Was his son so worthless? Just the day before, Rex had assured him of the sure collaboration. What then happens in less than 48 hours? This was absurd and a little fishy. It looked as if someone was working behind the scene.But then those men weren't the type to go back on their words after an assurance. Could Rex be lying these all time? He stared at Rex with his eyes spitting venom.How could he give birth to such a weakling? Someone who can't even close a proper deal! He was getting so furious that he hit the desk loudly, his eyes fixed on the fidgety Rex before him."Tell me what happened!" Mr. Wesley bellowed."It was declined. I-don't-know what happened. The deal was already sealed but…""What do you mean by they declined the offer!?" Mr. Wesley thundered as he threw the files at Rex."Father-""If they declined the offer, you give triple of it, you stupid moron. Can't y