The door to her new space unlocked and the CEO stepped in first. “Come on in, Emily.” They were inside the expanse in no time and the man who owns the Enterprise sauntered to a side of the room with the window. He assisted with opening the small doors and strolled back to his initial position. “I hope you like your new office.”“What do you mean, Mr. Stone?” The cheerful and enthusiastic woman challenged, walking to the window side the man barely returned from. “If I don't, is there something that can be done about it?”“You don't know, I could,” Alexander cracked up. He sauntered to a part of the gigantic room with a fridge in it and said. “This is for professional reasons, let me know if you need anything.” He said and made to wander to the door. But Emily had dubbed him back into the room with her mouth that was crammed with his name. “Mr. Stone.”He veered around to see a woman who looked stunning on her first day at work, a smile on his face. “What can I do?” He raised a ques
While the staff and members of the Enterprise vacated their offices for a restaurant on the premises, the CEO sat back in his office, working on a file that should be remedied. Alexander heaved a sigh from time to time, his head was muddied with thoughts and he was finding it hard to calm down and understand them one after another. His hand relaxed on the keyboard of his computer, his gaze fixed on a porter while a smile appeared on his face. Then he thought back to what had happened in the early hours of the morning. Synthara was delivered to her new proprietors about three hours ago, while the expenditure and deal were signed the week before. His satisfaction knew no bounds at the report from Jessica, giving updates on the glances on the faces of the staff who saw her walk into the corporation with the robot. Why not? He wondered. Why would the staff of NovesTech Corporates not be overwhelmed by the goddess his Enterprise had come up with, with the help of Jessica who is a gen
Two ladies walked past the main gate of the central park of New York City, each holding a bag. “Welcome,” one of the men in uniform welcomed with a ripple of his hand, while another joined with smiles on their countenances. “The space is large. Make yourself comfortable.”Emily nodded while Olivia grinned, whispering a word or two to her best friend while they strolled into the main place. “It has been a while since we came to the park,” Olivia confessed as she quickened her footsteps. “I can't wait to see a movie.”Emily gave a nod, with a smile that graced her face. It had been a while, indeed and that was due to not much money to spend on the vacation. Even if it was a day away from their apartment. Somehow, she was tired of eating homemade food and had an urge to eat just fruit and the meal chefs who knew how to cook, made. Now they could see children who played in the field, wheels that rolled while children who were inaugurated in them made blusters of excitement, while the
Another morning and a new week it was for citizens and strangers who lived in New York City. Nicholas waited at the bottom footing of his boss's compound, awaiting Alexander to show up before they proceed to the Enterprise while he returns to his house to spend the rest of the day with Amelia. In the insides of the apartment was the CEO of Stone Enterprise, Alexander. He was inaugurated on one of the chairs in the enormous room he sleeps in, struggling with the gold wristwatch on his wrist. Why did it take so long today? The man muttered, although not moved by anything at all. The last time he checked, he was the CEO of his Enterprise and could not be challenged for coming late to the office. But at the same time, he was the leader of the squad since there was no manager to manage the affairs of the Enterprise. It was just him, Jessica and Mark that he trusted, although to some extent. “Yes,” he heaved a sigh and got on his feet. The annoying wristwatch had slipped into his wrist
Hill Medical Center happened to be one of the best in the city, and preferably the one to get Alexander in. As the matter transpired to be a state of crisis, the car he purchased recently was sabotaged—and gone. Luckily for himself and Nicholas, they were conserved by citizens who were around when the incident took place. Jessica strolled past the door and into the space, unsure of the best reaction to display. What happened to the man? She thought, walking further into the room. There were two Nurses and a Doctor in the room when she stepped in, and Nicholas was nowhere to be found. “Where is the driver?” She asked first, her gaze on the man who was asleep on the bed. “The other man, I mean.”“He is in another room and receiving treatment,” one of the Nurses replied to her. “They will be fine, it is just a matter of time and I tag them as lucky.”“What exactly happened?” She asked. But the Nurses sauntered away from the room, leaving the woman Doctor to give a reply to the query
Jessica, who knew her way around the house, took the lead, while Emily walked behind with thoughts in her head. After the conversation between Alexander and the staff, Jessica scampered to the office to break the news of Alexander's accident to her when she could not be caught up with by phone call. Emily, who least anticipated the news, had a hand on her chest and her breathing went abnormal for one second. Mark, who was left with the CEO at the hospital, did a good job of conveying him back to the house after Alexander paid for the bills, including Nicholas's while the driver still acquired treatment in one of the best rooms as requested by his boss. “Welcome,” a young lady greeted them on their arrival, causing Emily's thought to be cut short. “How are you, Miss Jessica?”“Very well, Rachel,” Jessica replied. “This is Emily.” She introduced the woman next to her. “Emily will look after Mr. Stone in the meantime until he gets better.”“Welcome, Emily,” Rachel said and unfurled th
It was the right time to take over from Emily who came from the office to the mansion after the day's tasks and activities at the Enterprise, to look after the man of the team since he was yet to get better. It was the weekend and an off day for the workers who worked at Stone Enterprise. Including Jessica who had filled up her bags for the day and walked into the compound. On the other hand, she didn't shirk to bring fruits for the boss, after all, it was recommended for people who had issues with their health. Mr. Stone would be glad she made it to his apartment, she thought and stopped at the main door that led into the living room. Her hand reached for the bell and she rang it, pausing for Rachel to come help her into the house. Instead of Rachel, there was Emily who opened the door with a smile on her face. "Jessica."“Emily,” Jessica offered a smile, grabbed her bags by the hand and walked in. “I thought I asked you to take a rest today, I had it in mind to replace you.”A l
A cheerful grin rocked her face when she walked into her apartment. There was nothing as depressing as the worry she had since the day she achieved the task. Deceiving Mr. Steele was an easy thing to achieve. Well, she would fall for such a plot if someone did the same to her.Victoria plunged into one of the chairs with the grin still settled on her old face. There were a thousand and one reasons to leave the country for another country.She has had a lot in these last few weeks and one of the things she cherished most seemed to be crashing. Her mental health was at stake, already, although it was partly her fault. Who puts themselves at such a risk and expects to feel alright at the end of everything that would happen? Now she kicked back her head on the couch where she sat and heaved a sigh. Emily Hartley was done with and gone for good—forever and for the rest of the lives of staff in NovesTech Corporates. She would check in on her one of these days to see what went on with he
Olivia walked out of the kitchen with two trays and positioned them on the table. Where was Emily?Past eight in the night and she was yet to return from the Enterprise. Such a thing rarely happened and when it did, there was a problem.She grabbed the glasses on the table and headed to the kitchen. By the time she returned, the door made a sound. “Emily?” Olivia positioned the new set of glasses on the table and walked to the door. She unlocked it from inside and when it opened, there was Emily at the entrance of the apartment. “Well, what happened to you?” There was worry in her tone. She supervised the older woman walking into the house, while she latched the door and veered around. “Emily, did something happen at work?”“Good evening, Liv,” Emily, who was exhausted, plopped down on one of the couches. “I was assisting Mark with his task. He had a lot to do at work today.”“Ohh,” Olivia sauntered past her and caught up with the dining table. “I organized something for us to eat
“Emily Hartley!” Mark stepped into her office without knocking. He had a smile plastered on his countenance and something she could not plainly catch a glimpse of was in his hands. “Mark!” She dubbed, recuperating from the shock she encountered when he bumped into her expanse, screaming her name. “What's up?”Pointing out the look on her face, he halted halfway. “I frightened you, forgive me.” He started to walk again, then put up with a seat opposite her. “I was asked to pass information to you, that's why I am here.”“Is everything OK?” She sat up and asked, and then her eyes flitted to the item in his hand. “What do you have there, Mark?”The man cracked up and positioned the card on the table before passing it to the other side so her hand could touch. “Mr. Stone asked me to give this to you.”What is it? She wanted to ask. But on second thought, she took the yield of the card, unfurled it and wheezed the next moment. “Yeah—” Mark was loving the reaction on her countenance. “Yo
The door of his office pushed open and with this, he caught sight of her at the entrance. “Katherine!” A smile came live on his face as he modelled up on his seat. He made a gesture with one of his hands, pointing to one of the vacant chairs opposite him. “Come on. Take a seat.”With a smile on her face, and bobbing of her head—Katherine made it to one of the seats. “I am sorry I took so long, Mr. Steele,” she lowered the file she came with, on the desk. “She came a bit late.”“Were you able to make her speak?” The worried man asked. “Did she tell you anything at all?”“No,” Katherine shook her head. “She didn't say anything to me at all. I feel I am not good at a task like this. It feels as though she is hiding something and doesn't want to talk to me about it.”"Damn it!" Jonathan slammed one of his hands on the table. “Why do I get this feeling that the woman is up to something?” The worried man asked. “Not on a mission of her own, but with someone and that person is none other
Whatever the woman had come up with this time, had better make some sense. Olivia boarded a cab and headed to the location as asked in the text message she received last night. It was better than ending her moment in the office to be there, she thought while the man on the sterling did his job. When would all of these be over? Her thoughts drifted and she sat up on the seat, clutching her handbag tight to herself. This was not the right time to bother herself with these questions. All she knows she needs in the meantime is to know why Victoria had called for another meeting. Well, she was going to know in the end. So why bother? She lifted her head to look outside the cab and rays of sunlight came off at her, reminding her of how the day had just started. Soon, the cab halted at the front of the gate. “I have arrived, ma'am.” the man who handled the journey process called the attention of Olivia who looked like she was lost in a world of her thoughts. “Thank you.” She greeted
Shit!Why did she forget to tell Olivia of the little idea that popped up in her head before leaving the office? The woman hopped in her car and heaved a sigh. It was not so hard to return to the office, take a seat and discuss with her about her plans. But on second thought, she thought back to Mr. Steele and how he was everywhere, seeking answers to the questions he asked Olivia the other day. The man was clever and wouldn't think twice before knowing that the woman lied about her answer. This way, he would pursue other ways to know and even go as far as bringing some of the other staff into the picture. It was a long day at the office, there was a need to be at home. But after many thoughts and unanswered questions, Victoria started the car engine and began her journey out of the large compound. The man who seemed like he lived at the gate, forever, opened up for her to drive out and she did, she heaved a deep sigh. There was a need to meet with Olivia as soon as possible and
“Have you told him yet?” Olivia strolled into the medium-sized living room. “Has he talked about it, rather?”“Uh, no,” Emily shook her head. “I texted him that night, but got no reply.”“Oh, I see,” Olivia bobbed her head. “Why is he yet to talk about it?”“I wouldn't know,” the woman answered back. “There is time for everything. Now may not be the right time to go on dates.”“You are right,” Olivia nodded as she squeezed a spoonful of the nourishment in her mouth. “He'd come around, don't think about it.”“Who says I am troubled by that?” Emily sneered. “Mr. Stone has a preference for me. I like him, too. I am not bothered about anything. Nothing at all.”Olivia altered her position on the chair and began. “Would you date him if he asked you to?”A smile appeared on Emily's countenance and she switched her position on the couch, confronting Olivia. Her face contorted red and she glanced away, then back at Olivia. “Why do you ask, Liv?”“Why not?” Olivia questioned back. “You are my
The ride back to the Corporation was a peaceful one, and Victoria wasn't inclined to chip in a word. At the same time, there was Olivia who wasn't ready to speak with the older woman. A lot went on in her mind, and it was at the same time difficult to figure out. After a while of driving, they dropped anchor at the gate and the man who offered his service as a gateman did a good job by opening up to them. Ready to hop down, she asked. “What do I tell them if asked a question?”“What do you mean, Olivia?” An aggravated Victoria raised a question. “I thought I told you before now that it is not my business whatever you tell them. I pay you for all of these things.”“Right,” Victoria grimaced, hoping down from the car. “I'll see you later.” She said as she picked up her handbag from the chair where it posed. “See you later, Olivia,” Victoria heaved a sigh. She had yet to hop down from the car and Olivia seemed to care less. Of all things to care about, not Victoria and her strategie
“We are meeting with Tricia today,” Victoria announced that morning. “I expect you to be in my office by 12.”“Today?” The shocked lady asked. “Why?”Victoria, vexed by the remark, veered around. She glanced around her, shaking her head. “What do you mean by that, young lady?”“I—I am sorry, Mrs. Blackwell, but that is not what I meant to ask.”“What did you mean to ask?” The older woman asked while she modified the bag that hung on her shoulders, prepared to blast. “Does the nature of your job not have to do with meeting up, even when least expected?”“It does,” Olivia bobbed her head, prepared to walk away. “I will be at your office by 12, Victoria.”“Yikes!” She let out as she pushed the door of her office. It was beginning to be more difficult than she reckoned it to be. Her legs led her to her desk and she put up with the chair next to the table. Now she desired to be Emily for the whole week. For goodness sake, the woman would consume the whole of a week at home. Perhaps, it w
“You sent for me, Mrs. Blackwell,” she tossed the file on the table, causing the older woman to look up and meet with her gaze. "This is the file you asked for."There was neither a smile nor grimace on Victoria's countenance, and one of her hands dug into her hair like she was in thought before the other woman came in. “Take a seat.” She finally spoke, after a while of not letting out a word. Without hesitation, Olivia snatched the chair next to her and modelled in it. “Do you need something?”“No,” Victoria shuddered her head. “Not really. I only have an assignment for you.”Her heart leaped. What was it about this time? Well, a part of her told her she could accomplish it no matter what it would be. Did she not get Mr. Stone's contact after the slight complication she seemed to have faced? “What is it about, Mrs. Blackwell?”“I have more files for you to deal with,” Mrs. Blackwell astonished the younger woman by disappointing her. “Although you and Katherine would have to sh