Selena I had woken up an hour ago and I was in the kitchen, whisking the batter for the waffles. The aroma of vanilla and butter filled the air, making my stomach growl with anticipation. It was a Sunday morning, and I wanted to make a special breakfast for Channel and me, a gesture to show my appreciation for our growing friendship.As I poured the batter onto the hot griddle, the sizzle and the sight of golden waffles forming brought a smile to my face. Breakfast had always been a comforting ritual for me, a time to nourish both the body and the soul. And today, it felt even more special, knowing that I would be sharing this meal with Channel. Making waffles reminded me of Heaven and I wondered how she was doing. Just as the last waffle was cooking, I heard a muffled voice from the hallway. It was Channel, still half asleep and groaning about being woken up. I chuckled softly, knowing exactly how much she loved her sleep.I walked to her room and gently knocked on her door. "Chann
Selena The next day arrived, and as the sunlight streamed through my window, I woke up feeling a mix of anticipation and nervousness. Channel, always the early riser during school days, hurriedly left for school, leaving me to get ready at my own pace.As I arrived at school, I met up with Ariel in our shared class. She greeted me with a worried expression on her face, and I could tell something was amiss. I leaned in closer, eager to hear what had transpired."Ariel, what's wrong? You look troubled," I asked, concern lacing my voice.Ariel sighed, her voice filled with frustration. "Selena, you won't believe what happened today. Our history teacher was in a foul mood and decided to give us a surprise test. He walked into the class and gave us only thirty minutes to prepare. It was chaos!"My heart skipped a beat at the thought of an unexpected test, but I took a deep breath, finding solace in my faith. "Don't worry, Ariel. Let's have faith and do our best. We've studied hard, and wi
Selena I couldn't believe that four years had passed since my arrival at the university. I had come a long way, and today was a momentous day—it was my graduation. As I looked at myself in the mirror, adjusting my graduation gown, I couldn't help but feel a sense of accomplishment and excitement for what lay ahead. The journey hadn't always been easy, but I had persevered and earned my degree in business.Kai had been a constant source of support throughout these years. We had grown closer over time, and our relationship had flourished. He had graduated a while ago and had flown all the way from Russia to be by my side on this special day. It meant the world to me that he made the effort to be here.I nervously fidgeted with my graduation cap, waiting for the ceremony to begin. Channel and Ariel joined me in the dressing area, both looking radiant in their graduation dresses.Channel grinned, her eyes sparkling with excitement. "Selena, can you believe it? We're graduating today! I'm
SelenaThe moment we arrived in Russia, a sense of familiarity washed over me, as if I had finally returned to a place I belonged. However, the treacherous happenings of my past threatened to resurface, but I pushed them aside, determined to focus on the present and the future that lay ahead.Channel, wide-eyed and stunned, stood in awe as she took in the sight of my father's grand mansion. The opulence and grandeur of the estate seemed to overwhelm her. She couldn't contain her excitement, repeatedly exclaiming about the sheer size of the house and its luxurious details. I chuckled, finding joy in her animated reactions."You weren't kidding when you said your family was well-off, Selena," Channel said, her voice filled with disbelief. "This place is incredible! I feel like I'm in a movie."I smiled, appreciating her amazement. "I'm glad you like it, Channel. It may be grand, but what truly matters to me is having you here with me.“We were immediately greeted by my father's staff, w
SelenaThe sunlight streamed through the window, casting a warm glow upon the room as Channel and I slowly awakened to the sounds of commotion echoing throughout the mansion. A knot tightened in my stomach, and a sense of unease washed over me as I listened to the hurried footsteps and muffled voices downstairs.Channel blinked, rubbing her eyes sleepily. "Selena, what's going on? Why is there so much noise?"I took a deep breath, my mind racing with worry. I knew that my father's line of work was entangled with the shadows, and the sudden disturbance stirred a deep sense of fear within me. I couldn't let Channel witness the dark underbelly of my family's connections to the mafia or discover the secrets I had tried so hard to shield her from."Channel, something's not right," I said, my voice filled with urgency. "I don't want you to come downstairs. Stay here, and I'll find out what's happening. It's best if you remain unaware of the situation."Channel's eyes widened with concern. "
"Selena!" I exclaimed, catching her off guard. She glared at me, a mix of surprise and disdain etched on her face. She made no attempt to hide her contempt as she looked at me with narrowed eyes."What the hell are you doing here?" she snapped, her voice dripping with annoyance.I maintained a composed demeanor, refusing to let her hostility affect me. "Selena, it seems your father hasn't bothered to inform you yet, but I now own fifty percent of this company," I retorted, my voice laced with cool detachment. "And whether you like it or not, I have every right to be here as your partner."She scoffed dismissively, her lips curling into a sneer. "Oh, joy. Another reason to despise my life," she spat out, her words laced with venom. "I can't stand you and your despicable presence."I simply smirked, refusing to let her insults get under my skin. "We'll see about that, Selena," I replied, my voice dripping with sarcasm. "I have a feeling our partnership will be a delightful experience fo
Selena As Angel left my office, I tried to gather my thoughts and focus on the task at hand. However, before I could regain my composure, Channel barged into the room with an excited expression on her face. "Oh my god, Selena! You won't believe what just happened!" she exclaimed, practically bouncing with enthusiasm.I sighed, my weariness evident in my voice. "What is it, Channel? I'm not in the mood for games or gossip right now."Her cheerfulness faltered for a moment as she noticed my frustration. Sensing something was wrong, she approached me cautiously. "What's the matter, Selena? You seem really off today."I debated whether to confide in her, but ultimately decided to keep the truth hidden. I couldn't bring myself to admit that my ex-husband, Angel, was now my business partner and that we had a tumultuous history. Instead, I fabricated a story to deflect her concern."It's nothing, Channel. Just a mistake on one of the files," I replied dismissively, hoping she would drop th
Selena The next day, Channel and I woke up early, eager to tackle the challenges of another workday. We quickly got ready and headed to the office, hoping for a productive and fulfilling day ahead.As I entered my office, my eyes fell upon Angel, already seated at his desk. Irritation bubbled up within me, and without thinking twice, I rudely questioned his presence."What are you doing here?" I snapped, my voice laced with hostility. "And why would we need to discuss a new business plan? I thought we were done with the meeting."Angel looked taken aback by my sudden outburst, but he maintained his composure. "Selena, calm down," he said, his voice calm and measured. "There's a potential opportunity I wanted to discuss with you. It could be a game-changer for our company."I raised an eyebrow, skeptical of his intentions. "Fine," I replied curtly. "But make it quick. I don't have time to waste on frivolous conversations."We both took a seat, and Angel began explaining his ideas for