"Ramina!" Ramina's gaze darted to the woman who just entered the room. It was Nicole. She's wearing scrubs so Ramina concluded that she got off from duty as a nurse. Ramina plastered a sweet smile on her face as she stood up to welcome her friend with a hug. "It's nice to see you here . . ." she whispered. "I missed you! We did not see each other for weeks!" Ramina chuckled and let go of the hug. "I know right. We were so busy, that's why."Nicole pouted. "I just left the hospital. I didn't have the time to change my clothes and just went straight here. The security guards were nice, they let me in when I told them that I am here for you!" she beamed. Ramina chuckled. "Really?" Nicole nodded. "Yep.""Why are you here anyway? Did something happen?" Nicole plastered a wide smile on her face. They both went to the sofa near them and sat there so they can talk well. "Okay, so this is what happened. My ex-boyfriend went to the hospital yesterday and seek for me. When he saw me, he
"Mommy . . ." Ramina chuckled while watching her daughter struggle to wear her shoe. They will go to a family reunion. Ramina and her family's reunion after so many years. This will be the first time that Prescelle could get to see her relatives.Ramina went down to her knees and helped her daughter with her pink shoes. "Are you excited, baby?" she asks. Prescelle pouted. "I'm excited and . . . nervous, mommy. What if they won't like me?" Her tone suddenly changed. Ramina secretly gasped. "Baby . . ." She looked at Prescelle's eyes. "They won't, okay? They're your family. And family won't hate each other. They should love each other. Do you understand, mommy?" Ramina softly said while caressing Prescelle's face. Prescelle innocently looked at her. "Then why is it that my classmate does not love her father? She said that she hates him so much because he left them. Should I feel the same way to my father, mommy?" Ramina's eyes widened. "B-Baby, no . . . You should not hate your fat
Ramina rang the doorbell three times before a young lady came to open the gate, probably their new maid."Good morning, ma'am! Please, get inside."Ramina smiled at the maid. She was unfamiliar with her. When the lady noticed the curiosity on Ramina's face. She smiled and bowed her head a little. "I am Mary. I am serving your family for two years already, ma'am," she said. Ramina's mouth formed an 'o'. She held Prescelle's shoulders and looked at Mary. "This is my daughter, Prescelle." Prescelle on the other hand looked up and cutely waved her hands. "Hi!" she says. Mary smiled at her. "Hi, pretty girl!" she greeted back, equaling her energy. She stepped aside and motioned her hand for them to come in. Ramina took a last glance at the full view of the mansion before entering the gate, beside her is Prescelle. "Ma'am—""Call me Ramina. For sure, you and I are just in the same age . . ." Ramina gently says. Mary was taken aback. She doesn't expect that to hear. Ramina's attitude
"Is everyone here already?" Everyone gathered their attention to Roma when she stood up. Their other relatives just came by themselves. "I guess, we're all here already. Feel free to roam around the house, the maids already prepared the food too. It's in the pool area." "Yay! Pool!" The kids started to chant and hop in joy. Roma just laughed after seeing everyone getting excited. She always wanted to witness this special moment. For sure, it will be the most important memory in her life that won't be forgotten. "Ramina! Let's got to the pool, shall we?"Ramina diverted her attention to Vina. Everyone is busy chitchatting with each other, creating a loud noise all over the living room. "Mommy . . ." Ramina looked at her daughter. "Yes, baby?" Prescelle pouted. "I wanna play . . ." Right, when Prescelle said that, her cousins— Ruby, Lou, and Irelia came. The kids are pushing each other so cutely, probably hesitant about who should approach Prescelle. "U-Uhm . . . Hi? Do you wan
"Where have you been?" Ramina asked Vina when she saw her arrive at the pool. Vina let out a wide smile. "Oh, I just went to my room to change my clothes." She laughed. Ramina smiled and surveyed her outfit. "That bikini looked beautiful on you, Vina," she said. "I still have a new pair of bikinis in my room. Do you want to change?" Vina asks. Ramina shook her head. "Nah, I'm good. I need to watch after Prescelle," she said. Vina nodded. "Okay, okay. I will go there and talk to our relatives for a while. Are you sure, you're okay here?" Ramina nodded. "Yes." When Vina left, Ramina looked out for her daughter. Prescelle was on the side of the pool, carrying a beach ball while being chased by other kids. Ramina's eyes widened. She might slip because of the wet floor! "Prescelle, slow down!" Ramina shouted before walking their distance. "Mommy!" Ramina almost had a heart attack. Prescelle nearly slipped! Good thing she caught her immediately. "Oh, God. Baby, please slow down
When Ramina came home that night, she received a message from Percy saying that she should get back to work by tomorrow. Because of that, Ramina fell asleep with an anxious thinking that something bad might had happen while she was gone. Ramina woke up the next morning and immediately dressed up for work. While she was having her breakfast, she called Vina to talk to her daughter. It only rings for a few before Vina answered. "[Whoever you are. . .fuck you.]" She said in a sleepy voice. Ramina winced and chuckled. "Good morning, my dear sister." She heard her gasped. "[Oh, damn. Ramina, is this you?!]" Ramina chuckled because her voice suddenly changed in a panic tone. "[God, I didn't know! I'm sorry!]" Ramina laughed in response. "I was just gonna ask you if Prescelle's already awake." "[Oh. . .She's still asleep. What time will you fetch her?]" "After work." "[Okay, I will tell her that you called. Are you leaving for work already?]" "Yeah. I'm still eating breakfast." "[
After lunch, Ramina went to Percy's office just like what he told her. "We are having a huge deal with the Gregor Company. I want you to have a work collaboration with Mrs. Fujimoto. Review the deal, revise the contract, and send it to me. I will work on it and present it on the board of directors. We need to do our best. Do you understand?" Ramina was listening intently, taking down notes on her laptop while Percy is discussing. "Are you listening to me?" Ramina stopped typing on her laptop and glanced at him. "Yes, why?" she asked in confusion. Percy's eyebrows furrowed. He leaned on his chair and crosses his arms. "You're literally busy typing whatever the hell is that on your laptop while I'm talking," he coldly said. Ramina was taken aback. "Uhm. . . I'm literally taking down notes on my laptop, boss." She blinked. Percy paused. "Oh. . ."Ramina pursed her lips to refrain herself from chuckling. That was kinda hilarious. She's often using her laptop whenever he's discussin
The night air was filled with laughter and music as Percy stumbled out of the celebration with his employees. The festivities had been joyous, and everyone had a bit too much to drink. As he walked towards his car, Percy realized he couldn't keep his thoughts to himself any longer. He fumbled for his phone, trying to dial Rabeya's number. His heart raced with a mix of excitement and anxiety.Finally, after a few attempts, he managed to call her. The phone rang a few times before Rabeya picked up, sounding a bit surprised by the late-night call."Boss? Is everything alright?" Rabeya asked with concern in her voice.Percy hesitated for a moment, feeling the effects of the alcohol making his thoughts blur. He took a deep breath and decided to be honest with her, no matter how awkward it might be."No, Ms. Montalvo, everything is not alright. I need to tell you something," Percy said, his words slurred slightly."Okay, go ahead," Rabeya replied, sensing that something was amiss."I... I d
One sun-drenched afternoon, the trio found themselves in a local park, drawn by the allure of the outdoors and the company they shared. Children's laughter resonated in the air, harmonizing with the pleasant rustling of leaves and the distant hum of a breeze. A picturesque tableau of families engrossed in picnics and lively play surrounded them.Percy, sitting cross-legged on the grass, watched as Prescelle's eyes flickered with curiosity at the sight of the swings.Ramina looked at her daughter when she notice her looking at the kids playing on the swings. "Prescelle, would you like to go on the swings?" Prescelle pursed her lips with a hint of shyness. "Maybe later, Mom."Percy leaned in, his eyes twinkling with an idea. "Prescelle, did you know that swings were invented ages ago by someone who was enchanted by the magic of play?"Prescelle looked at him, intrigued. "Really? Who invented them?"Percy flashed a playful grin. "It was none other than a brilliant inventor named Charles
The sun dipped below the horizon, casting a warm orange glow across the cityscape as Ramina and Percy walked out of the office together. The weight of the day's work seemed to lift off their shoulders as they shared light banter, a bond growing stronger with each passing interaction. It had been weeks since the unsettling incident with Zeus, and amidst the challenges, something unexpected had blossomed between them.Ramina found herself drawn to Percy's strength and compassion, his unwavering support during her ordeal resonating deeply. And Percy, despite his initial reservations about forming personal connections at work, found himself captivated by Ramina's resilience and the genuine kindness she exuded.Their conversations began to extend beyond office matters, delving into their life stories, dreams, and aspirations. They were both surprised by the ease with which they opened up to each other, sharing not just their triumphs but also their vulnerabilities. Their connection grew de
The dimly lit office was heavy with tension as Percy stared at the evidence spread across his desk. A series of threatening messages, filled with malice, addressed to Rabeya, had been discovered, and Percy had managed to uncover the source of these vile messages - Zeus Amelio Ford. Percy's face tightened as he absorbed the information. His commitment to maintaining a safe and inclusive environment for his company's employees was unwavering.Without hesitation, he picked up the phone, calling an emergency meeting with the company's top executives, including Zeus himself.The mahogany door of the conference room swung open, and Zeus entered, his face a mask of bewilderment as he took in the stern faces that greeted him. Percy stood at the head of the table, his voice dripping with authority as he addressed Zeus, "Zeus Amelio Ford, you stand accused of sending death threats to one of our employees, Ramina. Is this true?"Zeus shifted uncomfortably, his eyes darting around the room before
As the sun dipped below the horizon, Percy and Rabeya found themselves at a cozy restaurant, sitting across from each other. The dim lighting and the soft music in the background created an intimate atmosphere. They both tried to maintain a sense of normalcy, but the unspoken tension hung in the air."So, how was your day?" Percy asked, trying to break the ice.Rabeya smiled, grateful for the attempt at light conversation. "It was busy, as usual. But it went well, thanks to your help with the tasks."He grinned, pleased to have made a positive impact. "Glad I could be of assistance. Teamwork makes the dream work, right?""Absolutely," she replied, and they shared a small chuckle.As the evening progressed, they delved into various topics, ranging from work-related matters to their personal interests. Each passing moment felt more comfortable than the last, and the unease they had felt at work slowly dissipated."I didn't expect all this to happen," Rabeya admitted, her gaze dropping t
The night air was filled with laughter and music as Percy stumbled out of the celebration with his employees. The festivities had been joyous, and everyone had a bit too much to drink. As he walked towards his car, Percy realized he couldn't keep his thoughts to himself any longer. He fumbled for his phone, trying to dial Rabeya's number. His heart raced with a mix of excitement and anxiety.Finally, after a few attempts, he managed to call her. The phone rang a few times before Rabeya picked up, sounding a bit surprised by the late-night call."Boss? Is everything alright?" Rabeya asked with concern in her voice.Percy hesitated for a moment, feeling the effects of the alcohol making his thoughts blur. He took a deep breath and decided to be honest with her, no matter how awkward it might be."No, Ms. Montalvo, everything is not alright. I need to tell you something," Percy said, his words slurred slightly."Okay, go ahead," Rabeya replied, sensing that something was amiss."I... I d
After lunch, Ramina went to Percy's office just like what he told her. "We are having a huge deal with the Gregor Company. I want you to have a work collaboration with Mrs. Fujimoto. Review the deal, revise the contract, and send it to me. I will work on it and present it on the board of directors. We need to do our best. Do you understand?" Ramina was listening intently, taking down notes on her laptop while Percy is discussing. "Are you listening to me?" Ramina stopped typing on her laptop and glanced at him. "Yes, why?" she asked in confusion. Percy's eyebrows furrowed. He leaned on his chair and crosses his arms. "You're literally busy typing whatever the hell is that on your laptop while I'm talking," he coldly said. Ramina was taken aback. "Uhm. . . I'm literally taking down notes on my laptop, boss." She blinked. Percy paused. "Oh. . ."Ramina pursed her lips to refrain herself from chuckling. That was kinda hilarious. She's often using her laptop whenever he's discussin
When Ramina came home that night, she received a message from Percy saying that she should get back to work by tomorrow. Because of that, Ramina fell asleep with an anxious thinking that something bad might had happen while she was gone. Ramina woke up the next morning and immediately dressed up for work. While she was having her breakfast, she called Vina to talk to her daughter. It only rings for a few before Vina answered. "[Whoever you are. . .fuck you.]" She said in a sleepy voice. Ramina winced and chuckled. "Good morning, my dear sister." She heard her gasped. "[Oh, damn. Ramina, is this you?!]" Ramina chuckled because her voice suddenly changed in a panic tone. "[God, I didn't know! I'm sorry!]" Ramina laughed in response. "I was just gonna ask you if Prescelle's already awake." "[Oh. . .She's still asleep. What time will you fetch her?]" "After work." "[Okay, I will tell her that you called. Are you leaving for work already?]" "Yeah. I'm still eating breakfast." "[
"Where have you been?" Ramina asked Vina when she saw her arrive at the pool. Vina let out a wide smile. "Oh, I just went to my room to change my clothes." She laughed. Ramina smiled and surveyed her outfit. "That bikini looked beautiful on you, Vina," she said. "I still have a new pair of bikinis in my room. Do you want to change?" Vina asks. Ramina shook her head. "Nah, I'm good. I need to watch after Prescelle," she said. Vina nodded. "Okay, okay. I will go there and talk to our relatives for a while. Are you sure, you're okay here?" Ramina nodded. "Yes." When Vina left, Ramina looked out for her daughter. Prescelle was on the side of the pool, carrying a beach ball while being chased by other kids. Ramina's eyes widened. She might slip because of the wet floor! "Prescelle, slow down!" Ramina shouted before walking their distance. "Mommy!" Ramina almost had a heart attack. Prescelle nearly slipped! Good thing she caught her immediately. "Oh, God. Baby, please slow down
"Is everyone here already?" Everyone gathered their attention to Roma when she stood up. Their other relatives just came by themselves. "I guess, we're all here already. Feel free to roam around the house, the maids already prepared the food too. It's in the pool area." "Yay! Pool!" The kids started to chant and hop in joy. Roma just laughed after seeing everyone getting excited. She always wanted to witness this special moment. For sure, it will be the most important memory in her life that won't be forgotten. "Ramina! Let's got to the pool, shall we?"Ramina diverted her attention to Vina. Everyone is busy chitchatting with each other, creating a loud noise all over the living room. "Mommy . . ." Ramina looked at her daughter. "Yes, baby?" Prescelle pouted. "I wanna play . . ." Right, when Prescelle said that, her cousins— Ruby, Lou, and Irelia came. The kids are pushing each other so cutely, probably hesitant about who should approach Prescelle. "U-Uhm . . . Hi? Do you wan