Ramona walked down the stairs as she carefully placed her phone at the back of her jean's pocket as she finally got downstairs. She approached the dining room, and met Lady Mary sitting on the dining chair as she's beginning to doze off.Ramona touched her shoulder and she flinched immediately, standing up from the chair. She hastily held her firmly so she wouldn't slip.“What's wrong??, relax, it's Ramona” She said, and Lady Mary calmed down as her eyes locked with Ramona's calm eyes.“I thought you were asleep”“Yes, I was asleep and I just woke up. Don't tell me you are waiting for Sebastian” Ramona stated, and Lady Mary chuckled.“It's my duty so allow me to do it” “I know it's your duty but don't let Sebastian stop you from sleeping well, remember your body is aging so you need absolute rest” She said, and Lady Mary chuckled.“I know, I'm just doing my job, and by the way, do you need anything?” “No, I'm fine. Lady Mary, follow me, let's go” Ramona said, and held her wrist as
Ramona was rounding up her work when her phone rang. She glanced at the screen to see the caller ID, and saw an unknown number calling her. She arched her eyebrows for some seconds before giving the system a little pause then picked up her cellphone, and answered the call.“Hello,”“Ramona,” She heard that familiar voice and she needed no prophecy to tell her that it's Anna, Sebastian's mom.“Mother, good evening ma'am” Ramona greeted her properly, surprised as she wondered how she got her number, and if everything was alright.“Ramona, come home for dinner, I have called your husband also.”“Yes ma” Ramona said, and the call disconnected. She brought the phone from her ear, and stared at her phone when she heard Drew whispering her name, swinging his chair to her direction.She paid him some attention as he nudged her to glance at the door which she did almost immediately, and saw Belle standing, smiling at her.Ramona let out a faint smile as their eyes locked.“Are you done with y
THE FOLLOWING DAY, N.C CORPORATION.Ramona walked inside the office with Shirley and Britta as they saw Drew on his phone doing a vlog.“End your video, work has started” Britta ordered, and Drew ended the video, and turned on his system as he resumed work.Ramona took her seat, and switched on the laptop, getting ready for work. She placed her bag on the table.Everyone started their work and after three hours, Britta called for a meeting and everyone paid her their attention.“We have a new project to work on and this time around, we are working with international people but the managing director will be the one to oversee this project, that's Brett Ager” Britta said.“What's the project all about,”“I'm yet to get brief about the project but I want you all to round up the works at your hand because this new project will take three to six months if we are fast and one year if we are slow” Britta explained.They heard a knock on the door, and their neck tilted to the door to see an u
*WALKER'S CORPORATION, CEO OFFICE.Harry has been sleeping in his office and hotel ever since the day he had a heated argument with Maya, his wife, and Eleanor, his sister.His phone rang, and he reluctantly opened his eyes. He struggled to pick up his phone that's on the table close to the couch he's sleeping on.He picked up his phone, and saw the caller ID, it's Maya. Harry ignored her call for the twentieth time. Immediately his mother's call came through which he declined.“God, allow me to have a peaceful night for crying out loud” He cussed silently to himself, as he stood up from the couch taking the blazer he used to cover his body.His office door opened, and Elliot, his personal assistant came in holding a neatly ironed suit and socks and shoes.“Good morning sir,”“Drop it in the washroom, and leave. What have I been saying all this while?” He asked.“No one is allowed to come inside your office.”“Get me some tea” He ordered before walking towards the washroom that's in h
Ramona could not stop thinking about the encounter she had with Harry, and it got her irritated as she's glad her eyes opened faster, and began to wonder what she saw in him that made her spend five good years of her life with him.A wife cheater that doesn't care about her, a wife beater that beats her at every slight opportunity. A weak man that can't defend his wife in front of his family, he allowed his family to stumble on his wife, still have that gut to come back to her and beg for a second chance.“There's no second chance anywhere, his apology can't pay for all the damages he has done to me, neither the money or alimony can pay the damages” She thought to herself not knowing when Shirley stood behind her placing her hand on her shoulder, jolting Ramona from the thoughts she trapped herself into.“I love the designs, and how could you be so good. And I wanted to ask you if you aren't done with your work because we are done,” Ramona glanced back to see Drew standing as his che
*AFTER THREE MONTHS, A WEEKEND*Ramona rolled on her bed non stop as she had some beautiful sleep that she could not have because of Sebastian. His hands never left her panties for once for some days, going to two months now, and Ramona pleased him the way a wife should please her husband.She opened her eyes, and surprisingly there's no sun reflection. She jumped off the bed thinking she had slept for a long time as she has been doing lately.Ramona hastily takes her phone that's on the nightstand, and sees the time, it's 3pm. She has slept for a long time again. She slept by 10am and she's just waking up.She got off the bed, and lazily wore her bedroom slippers as she took her phone then walked out of the room, heading to Sebastian's room. She went in, and could not find him in the room. Ramona went to his study room, and met him there focused on his system.She approached him, and went to sit on his thigh as she closed the laptop pushing it aside so he could focus his attention on
Ramona eyelashes flickered as she slowly opened it to see Sebastian sitting on a stool in front of her.She's lying on her bed in her room. She tried looking away when Sebastian held her wrist, squeezing it gently as he locked her fingers into his.“What happened? Who did you talk to? What made you faint? Ramona, are you fine? Is someone threatening you, a….”“One question at time, Sebastian. I'm fine, I just need some rest, my body is stressed out” Ramona cut him off, and he looked into her eyes.“Ramona, you are not fine, what's wrong?”“Nothing is wrong with me, I'm fine, I'm very fine more than you think so stop bothering yourself “ She stated.“When do you start putting password on your phone?”“Since, and why are you with my phone?” She questioned immediately.“To find out who called you?. Ramona, you threw up in the pool, you cried bitterly before fainting and you want me to believe that”“What do you want to know but there's nothing to say to you. I threw up because my tummy h
“Are you going to tell him?” Lady Mary asked, in a low tone, and Ramona just stared at Sebastian as he approached her with Deacon.“Welcome, what would you like to take?” Lady Mary asked, and Deacon nodded, twitching his thin lip.“Cinnamon tea would do, Sebastian, I will wait for you in your study room. And Ramona How are you fairing?” Deacon greeted her warmly, and Ramona responded as she watched him go upstairs.Lady Mary went away, heading to the kitchen as she gave them some privacy that they deserve.“Sebastian,” Ramona called, softly.“I guess you are fine now, that's good” He tried leaving when Ramona held his wrist.“You want to walk out on me?” She asked, in a low tone.“You almost did the same to me if I did not stop you” Ramona tiptoed as she kissed his lip, grasping his cheek with her two small hands.“I'm sorry for acting like that, I think there's a reason behind it” She said smiling, and he chuckled, staring at her in amusement.“What could be the reason that made you
As the day drew near to dusk, the earth cast a dark cloud in the sky, telling the little foxes to go for a rest.At HILILi Estate that night, the whispers of two adults could be heard from a corner of the garden. The whispers were accompanied by sweet kisses and giggling of two lovers, who hid themselves in their warmth inhaling the breath, from each other’s nostrils as they stood gazing uninterruptedly at each other's eyes.However, the aura inside the house was pretty tense as the voice of a woman screaming her life out, and of children jumping in merriment could be heard from the large living room of the opulent home.Amidst the ruckus from inside the building, Ramona and Sebastian wrapped up themselves disregarding the distraction from the kid. They trusted Lady Mary and Dianna to handle the situation. The moment was blissful as the family came to understand why they must forgive each other and allow love to lead.The reconciliation between Ramona and Sebastian affected everythi
Despite the hurt in Belle’s heart from a broken friendship, she still gave Ramona a hug when they got home.In her confusion, Ramona didn't know that her new boss was a friend of Deacon. According to Deacon, Scott told him about the feelings he had grown for Ramona but only got to know the truth after he showed Deacon a picture of Ramona he took while she wasn't aware.That day as Romona stepped her foot to the home she once found comfort and solace, a drop of tears tickled her eyes. Belle’s home still bore the love and warmth she knew even after five years.Belle, after a warm treat, poured out all her grievances at what happened five years ago. In a heated conversation, Belle asked Romana if she had been pregnant with Sebastian before she left the house.The air still as a question that would clear the doubt of everyone was thrown at Ramona. With hands clenched to each other, Ramona let out her answers shocking everyone and confirming Sebastian’s words earlier. For days now, Seba
That day, the sky cast bright lights on the roofs of the city, calling it a quiet day from dusk to dawn.It's been a week since Ramona and her family moved from Australia to New York City. Having made enough money to sustain their livelihood, they rented a cozy apartment far from every tiny thing that had to do with Sebastian and the Sinclairs.Having spurred herself to cater for her kids without exposing them to Sebastian and his family, Romona decided to work harder for her money, while Lady Mary took care of the kids.Luck played its way around herself and Dianna as they got picked by Quib Technology, one of the most popular companies in New York City after the N.C. group. The company’s pay was mouth watery too so Ramona didn't have to worry. That morning while it was day's break, Romona got up from bed to the kitchen, trying to get a lot fixed before going off to work. She loved her new job but it was a bit strenuous yet, she had no will.For days after the encounter with Sebasti
Standing dumbfounded by the hallucinating scenery that was yet to unfold before Sebastian, he lifted his numbed cold feet, increasing his pace to meet up with the woman who just walked past him a while ago.In an attempt to re-identify with the woman, Sebastian called,” Ramona” His breath longing for clarity and confirmation at the people he just saw. Sebastian’s voice echoed deep into Ramona’s soul sending an impassive sensation into her once-broken heart. With eyes filled with tears in an overcome battle of forgiveness from the past, Ramona made a slow turn, avoiding the interruption from the busy airport. Having Kain, one of Sebastian’s heirs in her hand, Ramona with her head buried on the floor, stood face-to-face with Sebastian, her body longing for his warm hug.The noise from the busy airport and the trailing sound of luggage struck yet, a certain acute silence swept both Sebastian and Romona's feet as they stood to face the reality that now seemed clear before Sebastian’s e
The morning sun rose down the earth that morning, calling it a Monday morning in New York City.Being the only one left in the grand house at HILLI Estate, Sebastian has learned by compulsion how to go shopping and make his food without the help of anyone. Five years of Ramona's departure taught him a lot about life. Since he had wiped off all his enemies, his life has been peaceful without him having to be bothered about foes threatening his life anymore.He has been conceiving the thought about getting a child lately seeing that he was childless and needed an heir over all he has. Having resolved to go back to his formal way of life, Sebastian had decided never to get married again but to adopt a child for himself. That morning as he was preparing to go out, he got a text from Elon telling him about the business meeting he was having the next day in Los Angeles and his flight had been scheduled to leave that day.Vaguely unaware of these plans, Sebastian angrily calls Elon back to
The day became brighter as Romona's babies began to increase in height and so Romona began to feel the need to introduce them to their father. The winter season was over and Romana could not believe it was five years already. Lady Mary has been pestering Ramona on the need to go back to her husband and makeup with him but Romona has been adamant claiming she could raise her kids alone.As the family sat in the living room, Kayla, the one female amongst the boys came crying to Ramona, reporting Kain and Kelvin, her older brothers to her Mom.“ Mom, Kain takes to and doesn't want to give it to me” Kayla cried more, her eyes seeking comfort and justice.Lady Mary being a grandmother figure to the little children, carried Kayla and consoled and wiped off her tears. Soon, the two boys, Kain and Kelvin came running toward Ramona and Lady Mary.“ You boys, don't make your sister cry next time again, okay?” Lady Mary warned, putting Kayal down to have a word with Romona.Chuckling, the boys
In Australia, the buildings and roofs were covered with the first drop of snow reminding the residents that Winter was here. The previous season, Autumn, was favorable to Ramona and Her newfound family. Ramona glanced at her protruding baby bump and smiled. She was in her EDD. She couldn't believe that it was nine months already and she was expecting the arrival of her newborn.She rubbed her stomach with extra happiness ringing in her heart. That morning, Ramona sat on the bed of their three-bedroom apartment, heavy from the weight of her pregnancy. Australia has been a home of safety and protection for Ramona and her unborn. Life in New York City tore her to the bone but she was shielded from All of that tempest immediately she arrived in Australia. Ramona could still remember the one man she had ever loved. The scars and tumult were imprinted in her memory forever but the joy of his seed, ready to be born gave her a new hope. Her pregnancy was the only remains of Sebastian in
That morning, Brett, without any expectations, did come earlier to the company like everyone else. Engulfed by a serene environment with no tempest, Brett resumed his duty but was taken aback when Elon burst into the office with two policemen by his side and under a cold breath, he muttered”, What is happening here? What are you doing here with these men, Mr. Elon?” his eyes sparkled, fear written in them.“ You are under arrest, Mr Brett. You are advised to remain silent because whatever you say shall be used against you in the court of law” One of the Policemen said.Perplexed at the situation, Brett with up with yes fixated on Elon while his hands were handcuffed. “ This had been your plan all along, right? “ Brett with wide eyes glared at Elon, his breath, thrusting up and down like he would swallow up anyone who came to him.“Please take this man away. He had caused the CEO and the company too much havoc” Elon beacon on the policemen and walked away. Cold, shaken, and broken, Br
That day as Sebastian left Belle’s, he returned to the company to reflect on how foolish he was to have conceded with Kendra’s presence around him. The snake showed up at a challenging time to wreck what he suffered to build for years. After the day’s work, Sebastian stumbled into Brett taking a stroll outside the company to get a cab. He guessed his car developed a fault seeing Brett had never taken a cab home before. Without uttering a word to him, Sebastian zoomed past.Brett, for a second, stood gazing at the rate at which Sebastian’s car sped before retiring back to his phone. Belle’s phone conversation with Sebastian earlier was the reason he permitted Brett and Kendra another chance to breathe sterile air before he took his last revenge on them.For the wound in his heart, he planned to slaughter Brett and Kendra but at the mercy of Belle and Deacon, he spared them to take a night to tour the city otherwise, they might not get the chance to ever catch a glimpse of nature fo