CHERRY'S POV
I am so exhausted, it's already 6:30 on and I'm yet to close from the office. I should have left a long time ago, but I still want to finish all the designs I have started already.
Looking at what I have already done, I smile to myself, Wow!!! It's really unique. I am happy with the results, it's very unique and special, I wanted something different and exquisite to sell out expensively, and what I am doing is more like it.
Sighing, I just can't take the tiredness anymore, I need to have some rest. Just as I am parking and arranging my things, I hear a soft knock on the office's oak door, "Come in." I say and Tamara walks in with a bunch of flowers and a red wrapped box of something I think is chocolates.
Huh! Who sent this?
"Evening ma'am. This delivery is actually for you.", "I can see, it's from who." I ask concerned as my mind spins thinking, "Actually it's from LC Sanchez." She says nervously.
"Why will he send me flowers, didn't I tell you to decline his invitation?" I ask with a frown.
"I'm sorry ma'am, the meeting we went for actually took our time, and I forgot." She replies gazing at the floor.
"Why will you forget something little and trivial like this, and I am tired already, why didn't you cancel the appointment immediately I told you too." I almost yell. "I'm really sorry ma'am, this won't happen again." She says pleadingly and I huff.
I'm really mad at her, and I'm so stressed out. I never wanted to go on a date with anyone, talk more of a business partner, but now I have to thanks to Tamara, this delivery is in anticipation of the dinner, I'm very sure.
I sigh, "I'm sorry for raising my voice at you, forgiven?" I say remorsely and raising my eyebrows at her so she'll know I asked a question, I might be cold and heartless but I am not rude or arrogant to my employees.
"Yes ma'am, I hold no grudges." I smile at what she says, "Ma'am, should I get you something to eat?" She asks her face beaming already, "Uh no, just get me a beautiful gown, a pair of heels that matches it and some makeup artists, guess you have booked a date for me, I'm going to the dinner."
TAMARA'S POV
Oh thank goodness, I wasn't fired for this risky stunt I just pulled off.
I need to call Miss Jeanne, well she's actually the one who told me not to decline the dinner requests, giving excuses like she needs to love something or someone rather she needs to move on and blah blah blah.
Miss Jeanne is a friend to Mr Sanchez and according to her, he desperately wants Miss Cherry to come to the dinner date, because he already knows she might reject the date, her cold attitude is not a new thing to him.
"Hello Jeanne." "Hello Tamara, did she agree?" I hear her ask, "Yes." I muttered.
I decide not to tell her about the near scolding I almost received, she already apologized, and it's still amazing me up till now, I still can't believe my boss did that.
"Thank you so much Mara, you're the best." She replies and disconnects the call.
I give out a huge sigh, and then contact the make-up crew for my boss, "Hello, is this Sara Dalong?"
Sara Dalong, is the owner of beauty and the bar Inc, our go to make-up artist whom we use for our models anytime there's a display at the store.
"Yes, how can I help you." "Um hope I'm not disturbing, Ma'am Cherry needs you right now." I say and she replies, "No no, I'll actually be on my way."
I disconnect and move downstairs to our store, to select a nice dress that will look stunning on her, and make her stand out, making people turn heads. My eye catch sight of a sparkly sequined blue strapless dress it would definitely look good on her. I also select silver heels and a matching silver purse.
Chuckling I take the dress to her dressing room, I hope she approves of my selection.
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JEANNE'S POV
"Hello Sanchez, you are in luck, she accepted and she's getting ready as we speak." I tell him and don't wait for his response as I immediately hang up.
Mentally congratulating myself for a job well done, I pray Sanchez won't fuck this date up, and also make my Cher' happy.
Honestly, as her friend I'm not happy with the cold persona she carries with her everywhere. She used to be so cheerful and full of smiles until Jayson disappeared leaving her heartbroken.
Now it's up to me, to mend that broken heart, she really needs to move on.
TBC
TAMARA'S POVYou look very beautiful ma'am." I say, with smiles all over my face and she sighs, "Tamara, you don't know the kind of mess you have put me into now." She says calmly."How, ma'am." I ask, rubbing her glossy lips together she replies, "You of all people should know that I am not ready for all this, I only want to have any relationship with any man, I feel nervous Tamara."With the words she says, I feel hurt, I understand how she feels, "Um ma'am." I say meaning to ask a question, "Can I have an informal conversation with you, like a personal talk." I ask shyly."You are free too.” She says and I become stunned.I walk shyly, squats in front of her and holds her cheeks. "Look at me Cherry, I know what you are scared of... Heartbreak right?, well it doesn't mean that life is full of good things alone, everyone experiences heartbreak, although I haven't, have you
CHERRY'S POVMy driver arrives at a y'all massive looking restaurant. It's looks expensive, u step out of the car slowly trying really hard to calm down my nerves.Take a deep breath Cher' You can do this. I mentally tell myself.Moving to the staircase, I walk and in getting bro the last step u look up to see an handsome guy, standing talk, smiling at me and stretching his hands. I remember something Tamara told me and smile, yes I smile.The tall handsome guy is light skinned, with straight hair, and peach colored lips. He is wearing a grey Jean trouser, a long sleeved shirt already rolled to his elbows with the top three buttons open, exposing his muscular chest, which I don't fail to notice.God damn! He's so hot. I feel like suffocating under his intense silent stare just now. I'm finally standing in front of my date."Um, Sanchez by name?" I ask not kno
JAYSON’S POVI sip from the glass of wine in my left hand and when I’m done, I get up and go to my balcony for some fresh air, I close my eyes and take a deep breath.Flashbacks.“I’m scared Jay, what if we split into different places” she asks as tears roll down her cheeks as she stares at me. “You don’t have to worry about that, I have told you times without number, I promise to be here for you, no matter what.” I say assuring her. She nods and I draw her closer to me in a hug.“Promise me Jay, promise me you won’t leave me to suffer again.” She asks whimpering as she rests her head on my chest, I brush her hair with my hands and mutter, “I promise, my Cherry.”Present day.“Argh!!!” I scream and slam my palm hard in the balcony and ruffle my hair in anger.I’m so sorry my Cherry! I didn’t mean to break my promise. Please forgive me. I hope you are not suffering, I hope I didn’t leave you in danger, how do I even face you if we eventually meet one day, what do you even look like? I
JAYSON'S POVI roll on my bed, and I stretch my hands reaching out to Talia but she isn't there. Guess she has left already!I open my eyes to see the morning sunlight streaming into the room, I stand up and do few push ups, a d then walk into my the bathroom. I pick up my toothbrush, spread little toothpaste on it and brush my teeth by the sink, when I'm done I take of my clothes, enter into the already foaming warm bath tub and take my bath.I come out shortly cleaning and wrapping my towel around my waist, my breakfast is already waiting for me, I walk over to my bedside table rub some body cream, and head over to my wardrobe to pick out my outfit.Although I have a personal stylist, I normally like to dress myself up for work. I decide to like casual and not professional today, I pick up a white t-shirt and a dark blue jean trouser, putting it on I select a blue jean jacket to match with my trouser and go to my mirror to have a look at myself.I look okay, I style my hair with so
CHERRY’S POVI dress in a short light orange gown, which brings out my curves, it has flowery decorations on it and it looks stunning. I turn around to look at myself in my mirror and I’m satisfied with what I see.I pack my hair upwards in a tight bun, but later looses it and lets it fall down my back in lengthy waves, I apply some golden hairpins in it, wear my gold wristwatch, put on my orange pair of flat cover shoes then spray some body perfume all over myself.Deciding to look natural, I put on a little shimmery lip gloss, rub my lips together, look at myself in the mirror once more and leave my room going downstairs.I think Jeanne is not yet home, considering I left work early today and I’ve not heard her voice since I came, the house is quiet today and as I reach outside, Mark my driver opens the car door for me to get in, I decided not to drive today again.“Hello Mark, here’s the address of the place you are taking me to.” I say to him, handing him a piece of paper containi
TALIA'S POVI walk into the club with one of my side guys, I'm putting on a short blue jean skirt and a yellow strapless top which exposes my cleavages. I walk up and meet a friend of mine, "Hi Mia." I wave with a smile."Hey Talia, what's up?" She replies. Well she's a bar attendant at the club and she's in charge of drinks today. The club is jam packed today being Friday night, with people dancing, chatting and also sitting, while loud music blares from the DJ's speakers.I turn to face Mia who has already placed two shots of vodka in front of me and my date for the night."So who's this." She asks pointing at Andrew, she knows about me and Jayson and I already expected this question."Well, Jayson is always busy and doesn't give me the attention I need." I huff, sipping my shot and dropping the glass on the table."That is no reasonable excuse, Talia, you know the nature of his work, you've always been a flirt since I knew you." She says and I huff snidely, "Hey miss quit those tal
JAYSON'S POVIt's Saturday morning, I'm at home and I'm so bored. I could have called Talia to come over and spend some time with me, but I have already broken up with her even if we haven't spoken yet.Deciding to go on a stroll, I shower and dress up, I wear a green lanky top with black shorts and black sneakers. I put on my wristwatch, pick up my car keys and my phone.I walk outside to my garage, select a car from my vehicle collection and drive downtown, the cool breeze whipping through my hair and I enjoy it immensely. Having nowhere to go, I park besides a safe spot on the road I come out and start walking idly, not knowing where I'm going to. I’m having a good view of the city and it's better than staying indoors all day today.Still walking, I hear my name been shouted from behind, I turn and see a good friend of mine who I've not seen for a very long time."Hey Jay." He says, "My man Robin." I reply in salute as we fist bump heartily, laughing and smiling at each other.
CHERRY POVNext Morning.I yawn continuously, today is Sunday, and I actually want to go to church where today.I stand and walk to the bathroom at my lodge, I brush my teeth and take my shower.I come out quickly, apply my body cream and dress up for church.After dressing up, I'm putting on a pink colored summer dress with low heeled brown pump, I pick up my gold necklace and bracelet, wear some earrings and braid my hair into a ponytail.Putting my Bible and phone into my little purse, I come out big my room, walk downstairs going outside and meets Mark my driver already waiting for me."Good morning ma'am." He greets as he opens the door for me to get in, safely in, I tuck my purse but my side and answer him."Morning Mike, how was your night?" "Splendid and yours?" He asks, "Fine thank you."With that he starts the ignition and he speeds down the cobbled road of Los Angeles heading straight to the church, I already told him yesterday to look for a nearby worship center for me to
3 WEEKS LATER(The Wedding Party)CHERRY'S POV"Come on, pick one already." Jeanne says to me, eyes focused on her phone, operating it."I don't know which one. They both look so pretty." I say, "Don't be ridiculous, Cherry, pick something or else you are going to be late. If you can't pick one, then you can make a difference and make your wedding a unique one, by putting on a bikini.” She scoffs."Now you are just being silly. Why would I do that?" I frown playfully, "You look beautiful." She tells me and I just scoff."You are going to do your makeup, hope you know that?" She asks me and I just nod a yes."Good, now that that's settled, let's pick a gown.""Oh gosh, Jeanne, just help me do the picking." I say and I think she finally relents because she shows me one, putting it on my face."This one, looks like the one that would sweep the floor." She says her eyes beaming proudly, "Stop being playful and be serious for once, just choose one for me.""Okay, I think this is the one. L
JAYSON'S POV"Doctor, please how is she? What happened? Was the surgery successful?" I ask, my mind beating as I wait to hear his response."She's safe." The doctor says and moves to leave but I stop him with a strong grip on his shoulders."What do you mean she's safe. Talk to me, to us, tell us how my wife is faring?" I ask him frantically."She's safe man, she's lucky to have being brought in on time, if she had being brought in a minute later, she would have bled to death, but not to worry she's fine. We removed the bullet and right now she's currently being transfused with some blood and multivitamins to make up for the one she lost. Congratulations, your wife is fine." The Doctor says and I sigh in relief, as Jeanne who was busy tapping her feets and crying finally stops and starts laughing."Have a good day." That said the Doctor walks away and Jeanne comes and hug me sighing in relief."Oh God, Jayson, I was so scared. I thought we were going to loose her." She says and starts
I still don't believe what the doctor said, even as Jeanne continues crying and I grip him by his collar as I ask again, "Tell me this is all a joke, and you are just playing with me.""This is a matter of life and death, I can't joke about it, I'm really sorry for your loss. Take heart and be strong man." He says and gently removing my arms from his collar, he pats me slowly on the back and walks away, and that's when it dawns on me.I fall to my knees beside Jeanne and sob uncontrollably like a baby, all the pent up anger, emotions and every other thing I had bottled up, from earlier on trying to be strong enough, comes crashing down."Arggh!" I scream as the door to the operating room opens and some nurses roll up a body wrapped in white clothing, and I know that it is my Cherry in there.I stand up weakly and watch as the nurses brings her to a stop at my side, and hands shaking I open the sheets and see her.She's so cold, in peace and so limp, still looking beautiful as all the
(SEMI FINAL)JAYSON'S POVShe fires the shot, the gun pointed straight at me, and I close my eyes waiting for the bullet to hit me, but nothing does.I'm numb, as I wait for the sharp bullet to pierce into my skin, but nothing does and that's when I hear the noise.Cherry's scream and that's when I realize what just happened, as I open my eyes and come to see the shock of my life.I see Cherry in a pool of her blood her flowery scarf, filled with blood that's currently spilling out."No!" I scream, tuning the world out as I fall to my knees helplessly besides her, cradling her stained and limp body in my arms."Cherry, please don’t go, don't leave me." I beg, shaking her furiously praying for a miracle to happen, and that's when I hear Talia's voice behind me.I'm so going to kill her today, I think my eyes turning red, "Well, she's such a beautiful defender, all in the name of love. I intended killing you dick, but she saved you, or I dont know if my hand shifted and mistakenly it hi
CHERRY'S POVI cover my mouth with my palms.Currently, I'm numb, I don't know what to say, do or how to even react.Oh my God! Is this a dream? I ask myself as I close and open my eyes countless times.Yes, this must be a dream. This can't be real, this must be something out of a movie because I still can't believe that Jayson, my childhood friend, the one who has owned my heart since forever, is on his knees in front of me, asking me to marry him.His piercing blue eyes, stare into mine and I can see the silent plea for me to say yes, and I just stand like a statue.Finally, a tear escapes from my eyes, and I wipe it of immediately, "Oh my! Jayson... Oh.. Oh Jayson, yes I'll marry you." I say excitedly and he takes my hands in his, and slides the glittering diamond ring on my engagement ring finger.The ring fits perfectly fine, and I wonder because he didn't tell me about this or measure my finger and I'm amazed at how it doesn't feel too big or tight for me, no need for me to resi
TALIA'S POVI pack my car beside a massive building, at the address Ivy gave to me.So this is where, billionaire Cherry lives. Wow! Just wow! She's this rich and still trying to snatch my man. What a nerve!Well, that's the least of my concern now, I don't care about how rich or wealthy she is, I' just here to kill her and leave quietly.Walking in, I press the button as the little door by the electric gate opens, and I see a man standing outside, security I guess, but I'll get last him, ice already planned my words and everything I'm going to say."Hello." I greet waving at him and smiling sexily, bit that it's going to help me in this case, but that's what I've got at least for now."Yes ma'am, how may I help you?""I'm here to see Cherry. I'm her friend huh." I reply innocently smiling and make a show of checking my pockets, to avoid him seeing my eyes and maybe spotting my lies."Oh, okay ma'am. When you get to the entrance just knock quietly, you'll be attended to." He says and
JAYSON'S POVI stand outside the house dressed in a casual beach outfit of blue shorts and a grey vest with a silver neck chain, looking chic.I check my wristwatch, wondering what's keeping her late.I just hope everything I've planned today works out and doesn't flop.I bring out my phone, and start pressing in bid to pass of time, when I hear, "Sorry, I kept you waiting." Looking up, I get blinded in a gorgeous light in human form.Oh my fucking goodness! I exclaim silently, she looks so beautiful, she’s the prettiest lady I've ever seen, and that's not just a statement, no one comes close.She's putting on a slimy singlet top, and a short skirt alongside a flowery scarf tied round her waist, and fuck! If she doesn't look so sexy."Hey, I'm here already, why are you staring at me like that?" I hear her ask and I snap out of my indecent thoughts."Um, nothing, you just look so sexy and pretty." I compliment her and I watch as she flushes, her cheeks turning a deep shade of red and I
CHERRY'S POVA Week Later It's being a week now and a great one at that.Jayson is slowly interjecting himself in my life and he is also a pain in the ass I wont lie.Now, I, Jeanne and him are currently seated on the dining talking and eating butter cake, I made and some fresh orange juice.Although Jayson is through eating, he suddenly keeps mum and stops talking, and I don't want to disturb him, but I can sense he's up to something but I don't make mention of it as I and Jeanne continue talking.I look at him and he gives me a silly mischievous smile and I scoff and continue eating and I don't even take note of how it happened, but the next thing I see is Jayson swiftly taking my last piece of remaining cake and placing it on his plate."Hey." I call out, but he stands up and makes a dash for the living room and I follow him in hot pursuit as I hear Jeanne laughing behind us.He takes me round all the chairs in the sitting room, cutting the cake and munching it slowly and I become
TALIA'S POVI sit on my chair close to my bed with my eyes closed and legs crossed.Glass of wine in hand, my thoughts drift off.Since the incident some weeks ago at the public restaurant with Jayson's new interest, I've actually being low key, not wanting to attract any attention as I've not being in bars, clubs or my usual hang out spots.Well, I've been planning my next move.The door to my dimly lit bedroom opens and Ivy walks in."Hey cunt, why are you still chilling alone? Come out let's go have fun." She says coming to sit beside me on my bed.My close ally and bitch, she's the one I can rely on for any of my moves alongside my gang.Making herself at home already, she takes the wine bottle and sips straight from it without even looking for a glass cup.I scoffs and watch as she presses away at her phone and I finally ask her coldly, "Did you get everything." "Yeah of course, don't you trust me." She replies."Well give me the deets, everything, I don't want any important thi