Kyle King
Three weeks have passed since we started the transportation project, and the profits have been slow. I didn't know how to improve the sales, and Xavier didn't have any helpful advice to give, so I turned to Ava. She advised me to focus on the downtown citizens and then move to the rich folks environment. I knew most of them, but I wasn't sure they would like to jump in on the project. I scheduled a meeting with one of the street lords downtown, but it didn't work out.`I am tired, Xavier. I haven't made any visible profit since we started, and the money is almost gone. What am I going to tell James next month?`We were in my study room, going through the expenses and trying to balance the account. Somehow, I had spent part of the money on frivolities and forgot to settle some of the suppliers. They were on my neck now and had promised to report me to the Roberts family if I didn't settle them before the end of the month. The only way I could settle them was through the profits of the project, but right now, it is impossible.Xavier took another piece of cookie, `I don`t know, Kyle. Firstly, you never listen to me or my ideas. Secondly, I warned you not to use the money for your personal use, but as always, you allowed Ava to take the decision on that. Why don`t you ask her for part of the money? At least, she's technically your wife and should be able to take care of bills.`I sighed. If only it was that easy. Ava`s father had taken over her fashion label. He was the one who started it but left it to her to manage the business. She had hidden that part from me, but not from my mom. Little wonder, she always made some excuse when I asked her for loans. She was now at my mercy, and her father`s too. I had given up trying to convince her to speak with her father so that he could change his mind and allow her into the business.`It's complicated, bro. Ava can`t help me at this point. She's no longer in charge of her fashion label. Her father took over after her birthday party. He didn't like her extravagant lifestyle and the way she was running the place.` I took a deep breath as a form of response. He grinned. `Served her right, and you for not listening to me. Anyway, you need to find another way to settle these bills because I won't be here when the Roberts throws you in jail for mishandling funds and using them for personal use. If you had some profits, you would stand a chance, but at the moment, you haven`t.`Right. Keep hurling my fallbacks at me.
`Are you going to help me or not?` He smiled, standing up. `Of course, I will help you, but please don't drag me into any of your mess, okay?`I scoffed, `Of course I won`t. Thank you, Xavier.`He ignored me, picking up the file for the project. Soon, we were building an advertising campaign to help with the promotion of the project.At noon, we were done, and I typed out emails to be sent to Christine, who will forward them to the team. We were starting from scratch, and we had to be fast. James would be holding a meeting by the end of the month, and I had to ensure every bill was settled.`You didn't tell me how you got the corvette for Ava. Did you use part of the Roberts money?`I breathed in loudly. How was I going to tell him I did and also used the team`s bonuses to settle the balance?I spoke up, avoiding his gaze: `Honestly, I didn't want to, but she's technically my wife, and I had to satisfy her. You shouldn't blame me.``Right. Would you have done the same for Tessa?` Not her again.`I told you not to mention her name around me ever again. We`re done. Tessa and I are over. It's been four months now, Xavier; you should accept that fact and move on.` I ordered, ignoring my harsh tone.He shrugged, getting up and saying, `Alright. I hope Ava doesn`t make you end up crying on the streets. You might have a house now, but what happens when you don't? Do you think she will stay with you? Anyway, it's none of my business. Enjoy your evening.`
He was out before I could respond to him. Xavier! I thought he had finally accepted Ava, but it was obvious he still held something against her. I refused to believe what he said, even though his words haunted me after I left the study room, had lunch with Ava, and then left for an appointment with my private masseuse with Ava. After the session, I decided to end the evening by going on a dinner date. She was thrilled, but I wasn't. Xavier`s words still haunted me.`You might have a house now, but what happens when you don't?` She would stay. Ava loved me, not my money.`Are you okay?` she asked, dropping the menu.I smiled, touching her hand. `Yes, I am okay. Are you ready to order something?`She nodded, picking up the menu again. `I do. I would have their caviar nachos and the wine choice should be Mouton Rothschild 1989. Are you okay with that, or do you want something else?`I picked the menu, scanning the items. What? Did she just order a meal? Well, I could afford it, thankfully.`Yes, order for two. I think I would have their roasted chicken chops instead of the roasted fish.` I replied, taking my phone. `Right.` She signaled the waiter and recited our orders. `Alright, babe. He will be back in ten minutes. So, did Xavier find a solution for the project?``Yes, he did. We built another advertising plan, and I emailed it to Christine to start working on it. By next week, we should be seeing a positive change, and I can finally take a break and enjoy the sponsored trip to Paris.``Kyle, about the sponsored trip, I already told Christine to send my name instead. I will be going with a friend. I miss France, and a friend of mine is having her fashion week, and I can't miss it.` she pleaded, rubbing my hands affectionately.Ava would do anything to make me say yes to her wild decisions and plans, but today, I won't be falling for it.`I am going to send a text to Christine to send an apology email to Robert`s team and remove that friend`s name. We are going together, or you sit in Nashville and follow Fashion Week online, alright?`She folded her arms, pouting sadly. `But, Kyle. It's important for me and my friend to go. You don't know much about fashion, and don`t forget, I worked hard for the company to get that spot.`
`Yes, you did, and I appreciated you with the convertible. If you don't want to go with me, then stay in Nashville. It's my ticket, and I choose who I want to take. I might decide to take Xavier if you opt out. Let me see if he will be available.` I pulled out my phone, sending a text, but the cold shrill in her voice stopped me.`You will know such things, Kyle. I am your fiance, and I come first before that, your judgy friend! I will go with you. My friend can always find her way.` I smiled. `Great. Can we eat now?`She hissed, picking up her fork. `Next time, don't order me like that. I am not one of your housekeepers!`I chuckled, enjoying her mumblings. Ava could be pissed at little things. I waved thoughts about her and focused on enjoying her. It was better than Romina`s.`Hello, aren't you Tessa`s husband? We met one year ago at a business seminar. Do you remember me?` A young lady with ash-long hair asked, interrupting the silence.I looked up at her. Her face was vaguely familiar, but I couldn`t remember her name.`Yes, I do. I and Tessa are divorced now. I hope you`re good?`She smiled, nodding. `Yes, I am. It's such a shame about you and Tessa. You guys made a great couple.` Ava sighed loudly, probably to announce her presence, but the young lady kept talking.`... Anyway, send my regards to her. She's an intelligent lady, and I was so lucky to have met her that day. She helped change the story of my little baking business. I will be going now. Bye!`I waved at her, smiling. Well, one good thing about Tessa was her intelligence. I missed that.`You should learn to introduce me to old friends, Kyle. I am your fiancee! Ava said, stomping away. I didn't run after her. I was still thinking about what the woman said.Do I miss Tessa?
Genevieve Tessa RobertThe admissions application letter came in like an unexpected morning rain in February. I had just finished listening to Vera after I had rattled about the delay in the admission letter. The DAP Films and Arts School had never delayed the release of their admissions list. According to the last announcement page on their website, the admission list will be released two weeks after the deadline has passed. This was the beginning of the fourth month, and they had yet to release it, which means something was wrong or they lied.Vera had waved my accusation and advised me to take it easy. They would release it when I least expected it, and I should stop worrying about them. After we said our goodbyes, I scrolled to their website to see if they had released
Geneveive Tessa RobertDad looked up from his phone. Aren't you happy about the news? The doctor said you will bebe carrying a beautiful boy and a beautiful girl. Twins! You should be happy because I am.`I rubbed my palms on my gown. `I am happy, Dad. I am just thinking about how I had a feeling I was carrying twins, and the doctor just proved us right. It's surreal, I believe.`Dad took my sweaty palms, staring into my eyes affectionately. `It`s a miracle; stop thinking or getting worked up, okay? Have you called your mom?`I said casually, 'Yes, but she's not picking, so I sent a text message. I am sure she will call once she reads it.``Alright. I am thinking you should travel to your aunt's
Geneveive Tessa Robert`That`s a great idea, Tessa, but I will need a proper analysis of your plan before I can drop my feedback. So, think about it and prepare an analysis of the business. You can create a business plan, and I will read through it.`I sighed. I hated creating business plans, but that's what he wanted, and I had to do it. I would have to do more research to be certain this business was going to work, then show my findings in the business plan. It felt like a lot of work, but it was possible to do. I just had to focus and ask James to help out.`Alright, Dad. I will create the business plan and revert.` I replied, getting up. `Thank you for today; I will be going to bed now.`He smiled. `It's my duty as your father to ensure that you and my grandchildren are well taken care of. I have told you that you don't need to stress yourself or worry about feeding, clothing, or shelter. We`re the Roberts family, and we always take care of our own, okay?`Thank you, Dad,` I repli
Geneveive Tessa RobertI studied him before replying, `Alright, since you`re being sincere, I missed you too. How was Nashville?``The visit was great, but the reports were not favourable, especially from Kyle`s end. Can you believe he's in France at the moment? He left his team leader, Xavier, to supervise the activities of the project.``That's bad. I thought the trip to France was supposed to be after they had made at least ten percent profit. Why did your team approve their requests?`He dropped his fork, focusing on me. `They claimed he sent a report concerning the progress of the project, and the administrative team approved it. I checked the report on our way home, and there are a lot of errors there. Some figures are exaggerated or missing. I don't know why they didn't check it properly. Also, Kyle claimed that the business has been slow, but according to his team, the advertising campaign Xavier created had increased the inflow, so they were surprised yesterday when I mention
Kyle KingI returned home after a week in Paris. Ava made every moment worth it. I visited a lot of places and checked in at the best hotels and resorts. I did some shopping there and ensured I bought items for my mom. The trip was worth every dime I spent, and I promised the manager of the last hotel we used that we would be returning soon. He was grateful because I gave his staff a generous trip, and the casino bloomed twice as much as expected when news got around that the famous kin`s family from the United States were in the hotel.To avoid unnecessary phone calls from Xavier, I changed my line to a private number, which I could use to text Christine and relay orders. She had sent several text messages about Jmaes visiting the company to know the progress of the project. I was a bit scared about his visit. He wasn't supposed to come until today for the general meeting. I had created a new report that covered my personal expenses and the profits I had gained so far. Thanks to my l
Kyle King I arrived at the courthouse with Ava, my mom, and Xavier, who had finally decided to stand by me, but he made it clear that anything that happened, I should accept it. The media houses had heard about the case and were all over the place. Immediately, they saw me, and they rushed over, trying to get a statement. Ava gave one, blaming everything on Tessa. She claimed Tessa was jealous that I chose her and plotted with her family to bring me down. This instigated excitement among the media team, and they asked more questions, but the warning glare from me made Ava keep quiet. We had already had an argument about the case, and she blamed me for being careless. If I hadn't let my guard down and put Xavier in charge, the Roberts wouldn't have found out about the money. I wanted badly to agree with her, but it wasn't Xavier`s fault but mine alone. I made a mistake, and I was going to pay badly for it. Ava didn't agree and promised to fight the Roberts family if they tried takin
Geneveive Tessa RobertI certainly couldn't have predicted what happened at the courthouse today. The disguise I pulled off, the testimony, and the open confrontation with Kyle. I wasn't surprised that Kyle didn't recognise me at the witness stand due to the dark sunglasses that shaded my eyes and my red hair. Also, thanks to the pregnancy, I gained weight. I looked fuller and healthier than before.If only James hadn't called me Sis, the idiot wouldn't have recognised me. Thank God I dropped some wincing statements before the chauffeur drove off. I could still see the lost and confused expression on his face when I admitted it was me. I wonder what he will be doing now. Probably regretting that he divorced me and plotting a way to seek forgiveness so that Dad could do an out-of-court settlement. I knew the way Kyle`
Geneveive Tessa RobertI consoled myself, refocusing on the phone call: `We are leaving at the beginning of next month. Mom wants to take care of some businesses before we leave. You know we will be starting an interior decoration company too. So, she wants to ensure that the plans and funds are ready before we leave.``Alright, babe. I wish I could move with you, but my company refused to sign my transfer letter, and I can't resign because of my contract. Please take care of Hope and Nicholas for me. I am going to find a way to visit you guys,` she sniffed.I couldn't help but get emotional too. I was going to miss Vee, all our shopping adventures, and her expensive eating habits. If not for her, I would have probably not rekindled my relationship with my parents and James. I also would not have healed or accepted the fact that Kyle left me with someone else.I sniffed too: `Don`t cry, Vee. You can always visit,