Shannon was just quiet , her heart beating rapidly, as she glanced at her wristwatch, she had only two minutes left. "I have to go guys" Shannon announced as she headed outside. She arrived at the CEO office, and with a knock, she turned the door knob opened. She sighed as she dragged her wobbling feet closer to where he sat, his eyes glued on his laptop. "You asked me to come sir!" Shannon stuttered, she'd was expecting him to remove his gaze away from his Laptop when he heard her opened the door, but she was wrong, he had only concentrated more in scrolling through his laptop. Still, he didn't even lifted a brow not to talk of acknowledging her presence. After some time of standing, he stood up as he walked up to where she stood, "What time were you asked to resume work?" His voice was dry with no interest. Shannon felt that from the sound of his voice, he had no interest in talking to her but was just keeping his best. "I'm sorry Sir, something important came up an
"You are that woman!" Ryan muttered to her confusion. That explains all, how petty and cheap she was!. That explains why he finds her scent so familiar, why she was almost found suddenly at every corner of his life; that explains the reason why she was trying to get his attention. "I don't know what you're talking about!" Shannon stuttered. Before she could even finish voicing out the word, he seized her by her throat. " Don't you dare try to pretend!" He barked, he hated how innocent her voice sounds and how confused her eyes was, she was purposefully doing that. Shannon wished she knew what she had done, she slowly wished he could just tell her, her thoughts went to several things. But in all, she found him weird, she only thought he was suffering from mental issues. "You're that woman that sneaked into my room at Gills and Tems club, not only did you seduce me, you placed some petty cash beside my bed like some cheap gigolo!" Shannon eyes widened as she heard his say, ea
"Strip!" That wasn't a mere statement, it came out as a strict command. "What ? I..." Shannon had wanted to object, but the look she was getting from him told her otherwise, she was scared to the core that he'd might had her killed if she should object. What say does she have when she was fully the cause of it all, she walked with her two legs into his room and he have the right to legally sue her for a rape case. "What was she thinking? God help her !" She pondered as she began undressing. Her eyes not leaving his, she watched the smirk on his face without a bit of remorse on his face, he must have been used to different females undressing before him, that may have been the reason Sharon had called her slutty. Now, she was feeling nothing else than that, not like she had any options. Slowly, she undressed and there she was uncladded staring at him with just only her bra and p@nties on. She watched as his eyes darken, the lustful glare in his eyes were so obvious as thou
Shannon shuddered as she heard him say, she was helplessly staring at him. From his look, Shannon could tell that he meant what he'd was saying. Her hands shook, her heart was thumping faster, Cold sweats we're dropping from her body, but still her bod was aching for him. How could she be this scared and yet wants him this madly, a stern look from him made her realized that she was yet to do as she was requested. Shannon take of her panties gently, she shut her eyes closed as she felt it dropped to the floor, there she stood half naked to his hot scorching eyes. "Take it off!" He muttered hardly as though he was having issues with keeping his voice in control. Shannon needed no one to tell her that he'd was referring to her Bra, with a deep breath she fumbled with the back hook and in second she already pull it off from it's hook. Without leaving his gaze, she dropped it down to the floor. Now, she was starkly naked under his view. Not like she had any option, this was a p
"Whats the Tiger project all about?" Shannon found herself asking. "It's a new project we are working on, if the projects comes out successfully I guess we would all be promoted!" Carolyn squeaked excitedly. "Oh! Is it compulsory for everyone to come?" Shannon wanted to be sure, if in case it's something she can stay back and take care of Dennis. She hadn't stayed away from him for a day not to talk of three days. " No, I don't think so. We would be paid handsomely if the project is a success and not only that we would be promoted to a higher level" Alexis explained. "Why? You don't want to come?" Carolyn asked. Shannon faces her chair backward, "No, not that exactly, I just wanted to know" she gave a fake smile. *****Later that day, when she got home, she told Nana, Dennis nanny to please take care of him that she'd would be away for three days. She trusted the advance lady to take care of her son, but she'd was more concerned that her Son would mi
" I can't possibly be sharing the same room with this lady! " Sharon voice could possibly be heard from the outside. "Not like I wish to share with you also!" Shannon rolled her eyes sarcastically, she was in mood to be dragged down with her childish talks, she had Dennis in mind to be worried about. "You should be lucky that someone like me is sharing a room with you!" Sharon squeaked. "Can you just try to keep quiet? If you keep whining like a child, I might be forced to shove down cookies into your mouth!" Shann snarled as she arranged her bed, she was unpacking her stuffs, Three days was a short range, so she had came with few clothing's, Just three major clothes including a spare one and her nighties. She set aside her laptop and then lay the bed, She was getting tired of Sharon ceaseless banters. Unfortunately, she was placed in the same room with her. Shannon shut her ears closed with her hands as she rested on the bed, they would be having a welcome meeting in an hou
Shannon eyes was glued to the door as she watched that man in Black suit particularly, the aura he held was dangerous yet quite appealing.Her heart was no doubt thumping faster, there he was standing as prideful as ever. When she turned her eyes to look at her colleagues, she could tell that they were in shock too. "Why was he here?" She thought, Lewis had said that he'd be coming the next two days. Without saying a word, he walked upward and without being told Lewis stood up from the Center chair and with a light bow, he held the chair for their CEO. "I see you guys are already in a meeting!" His voice was as cold as usual. "Yes sir!" Lewis replied still standing at his back. He simply nodded, " Well, I don't have much to say, you'll already the does and don't and what is expected of you all... I would be here supervising the project myself and on the last day, we would have different Judges. Is that understood?" His voice was crisp and clear. "Yes Sir!" Everyone re
Shannon eyes were widely open , " In your dreams!" Sharon laughter erupted through the room.. "You're too daft David, just always keep quiet like a dummy that you are!" Sharon rolled her eyes as she stood up from the chair. " This meeting is already boring me out" Sharon grabbed her bag as she walked away from the room. "This meeting have hereby come to an end!" Lewis announced, he was tired about the unnecessary banters that was going on. Shann stood up from the chair as she quickly headed outside, she went straight to her room without saying a word to anyone. Immediately she got in, Sharon eyes was directed on her, Shannon was in no mood to say a word to her, she dropped her bag and changed back into her casual wear. And without a word spurted out, she grabbed her phone and then simply walked outside. She wanted to explore her new environment, as she walked, she noticed that there was a beach down the road. The cool evening breeze were hitting her from different dire
"Do you take Ryan Lancaster to be your Lawful wedded husband?" The priest voice boomed through the room. Ryan hadn't been this nervous in his life, his eyes couldn't leave his soon to be wife for a second, dressed in an elegant wedding dress, the dress clung to her body revealing her hour glass curves. He couldn't wait for the wedding to be over and remind her that those curves are finally his, and his alone and he can have them in one spot right where he want it, in his bed."I do!" He heard her melodious voice spoke, his chest gave a leap as he heard his long awaited answer. Then the priest turned to him."Cupcake, from the moment we met, I knew my life would change forever. You are my guiding light, my constant source of joy, and the love of my life. Today, in front of our friends and family, I promise to stand by your side through all of life's ups and downs. I promise to be your partner, your confidant, and your biggest supporter. I love you more than words can express, and I ca
Days pass, Weeks did also... Shannon didn't get to hear from Ryan, she knew he needed time to process all that had just happened, she couldn't blame him for what had happened. His past made him what he was, but then again, she hope he forgives her and let go.She felt awful for hiding his son away from him, hiding several stage of Dennis life away from him. She missed him so much even though he was always calling her and getting to talk to her almost everyday. Still, that awkwardness was there, because he wasn't there with her. "Momma, someone is at the door!" Dennis walked in to her room jolting her from her thoughts.Dennis had been a happy kid ever since he got to knew Ryan was his father, she had thought he would have a problem absorbing it in, but then again, he seems to be cool with it. "Okay!" Shannon reluctantly stood up from her comfort zone as she dragged her feet to the door, scooping Dennis from the floor, then to the sitting room.Opening the door, her eyes took sight o
The room was suddenly filled with a heavy silence, as the weight of Shannon's words hung in the air between them. She had been right to be afraid, to worry about what he might do if he found out the truth. And yet, her deception had caused its own kind of damage, a wound that would be difficult to heal.Ryan had never made any secret of his feelings on the matter. He had said, time and time again, that he did not want children. He recalled when he had told her, threatening to destroy his child with his bare hands if he ever finds out he had one, And not to mention the fact that he had asked several ladies in his past who had gotten pregnant for him to get rid of it. He had never imagined a day like this would come, a day when he would be confronted with the reality of his past words. He had said things in anger, things he had never truly meant. And yet, those words had come back to haunt him, in the form of a beautiful child. A child who had done nothing wrong, who was blameless in a
As Ryan opened the door, she caught a glimpse of his eyes. He looked so saddened. It was as if the whole world had just crashed down at his feet.He just looked at her, devastated, and without a word, he walked straight inside the mansion, with Dennis walking alongside him. Shannon ran after them, she scooped Dennis from the floor staring at his body to see if he was hurt, and then she breathed out a sigh of relief when she didn't see any signs of injury in his body. She felt tears threatening to spill down her eyes as she blinked her eyes rapidly, she couldn't believe she was holding Dennis finally In her hands. If only she had told Ryan the truth back then, perhaps all this wouldn't have been happening. She stared from her son to Ryan, she couldn't even hold his gaze for hours, he looked broken, shattered beyond repair, and she was the main reason behind those looks. She owes him apologies, several explanations, and above all she needs him to forgive her.Her thought wandered
Ryan, without thinking, scribbled his signature on the contract."Is there anything else?" Ryan inquired."Yes!" With a gun aimed at his head, Ryan raised his hands in surrender."Do you think I'm going to be so stupid to let you go after signing the contract? I thought you were smart, but then again, you're nothing but a dummy," Reuben cocked his gun and pointed it at Ryan.Ryan gulped. He was more concerned about Dennis. He wouldn't want him to experience such a scene. It was too scary for a child of his age, and he was more concerned about the scene haunting him."You know what? I'll give you whatever you want. Let's get in and talk business!" Ryan tried to keep his voice steady."There is nothing to discuss, Ryan. The contract is already signed, and that's it!" Reuben smirked. His eyes sparkled with a glint of triumph, the smugness in his gaze unmistakable. He had finally won the game; he had always wished for a day like this to come when Ryan would be at his complete mercy."So,
As Ben's car pulled up to where they stood, Shannon found herself at a loss for words. She had so much to say, but all the words seemed to have evaporated, knowing he wasn't going to be the answer to her numerous questions. She felt like a deer in headlights, frozen and unsure of what to do next. Her heart was pounding in her chest, her palms sweating. The only thing she knew for sure was that everything had just gotten a lot more complicated.Different thought was running through her head as she thought of why Ryan had run in hasteHer mind was a whirl of thoughts as she tried to make sense of what had just happened. Why had Ryan come running in such a hurry? Was there something she was missing? Something she didn't know? Or maybe does it have anything related to Dennis? Her mind was racing, but she couldn't focus on any one thought for long. She was like a leaf in a storm, tossed about by the winds of confusion and suspense.Shannon's face was pulled into a frown as Ben took a tur
Seated inside the car, Shannon's heart raced, its rhythmic thump echoing in her ears. The leather seats cradled her, embracing her with a soft, supple warmth, while the dashboard lights illuminated her anxious expression. She was very restless, tossing from one side to another, and she was being much careful as she kept her gaze locked on the road avoiding to meet with Ryan hot scrutiny. Even with his undivided attention focused on the road, She could feel his eyes burning into her, his gaze intense and probing. She kept her eyes focused on the road ahead, unable to bear the weight of his scrutiny. Without being told, she could feel his anger radiating from the seat beside her, filling the car with an electric tension. The silence was suffocating, making it hard to breathe.The car's wheels bumped along the road, the landscape outside blurring past them. Somehow, her gaze directed to where he sat, his hands holding the steering , she needed no one to tell her that he was battlin
Shannon knew from there that it wasn't a joke, it was real, her son was missing. She had to find him, where did he entered, who was behind it? Did he get kidnapped? How? Many questions were running through her mind right there, but she couldn't seems to have an answer to any one. "Is everything alright? " Lifting up her face, Shannon met with Ryan gaze. "Our son is missing!" Shannon spilled out the words without thinking twice. "Our son?" She expected that reaction, as he creased his brow in confusion, his gaze looking lost. Ryan wasn't just stupefied, he was looking lost. Was she hallucinating? Did something goes wrong somewhere or was it just a slip of tongue? Too many questions were running through his mind right there, and he needed an accurate answers to his question. "Yes, our son, " Shannon repeated this time, her voice clear and sure, she had nothing too loose. She had intended to tell him after the whole incident, but now, it was better later than never.Ryan stood ther
Fluttering her eyes open, Shannon felt her heart freeze as her gaze met with the unexpected Shadow that stood at the doorway, hands crossed across the shoulder. "You startled me!" Shannon creased her brow as she drew in a rasp breath. She could finally breathe properly now. Once Shannon realized that the shadow was Ryan, her body seemed to release a breath it had been holding. Her shoulders sagged with relief, the tension leaving her body in a wave. Her heartbeat slowed, and her breathing became more even. His presence seemed to fill the room with warmth, dispelling the fear and confusion that had seized her just moments before. She felt herself relax, a sense of safety and comfort settling over her. "Look what we have here!" his husky tone send cold shivers down her spine, his eyes gaze hungrily as they roam through her naked body.Her skin felt tight, as if every nerve was standing on end, as his voice rumbled through the air. The goosebumps that had broken out across her skin ma