I dragged myself back to my room, not much was said at the office. I left immediately. Just when I was about to open the door to my room. I heard footsteps approaching." Allyson!" It was Jazmine and her friend. I closed my eyes tightly not ready for this encounter. I thought I was able to be out of her way quite frankly. What the hell is she here?I mustered the courage to face her with a straight face. Deep down in my heart, I feel scared for myself and my child. We were the only ones in the hallway. " What do you want? "I asked with my hands folded." You are still smug as ever. Do you think I forgot the slap? " She snarledI raised a brow " Never knew you are the one to keep malice. That was like a month ago, jazz"She glared hard at me " that doesn't take the fact that you still slapped me. I've waited enough for this day "I was becoming scared after she said those words. She is dangerous " what would you do? Hurt me ?"She smirked " You'll find out soon"Her friends came towa
ONE YEAR LATERI stared at my little princess. She is the most beautiful gift ever. I can't believe I'm her mother. She yawns softly as she turns in her sleep. I chuckled, she must be hungry and I don't have the heart to wake her up unless she wakes up herself.I picked up the book I was reading. It's a motivational book titled 'FINDING MYSELF'. After the birth of my child, I was so down that I thought I had everything under control. I almost lost myself in the whole thing. I was glad I have Martha and Bella who helped me out through the whole process.My sudden labor, the pain, and the trauma I went through are something I don't want to ever remember. What Jazmine and her friends did to me took a toll on me. I still have nightmares about that day. I thought I was going to lose my child. I thought I was going to die but all those thoughts flew out the window when I saw my child the moment I woke up. She healed me instantly, I never knew what true love is not until I met my beautiful
I was speechless. I didn't know what to say. Whether to let her in or not. " Won't you invite me in?" She asked like we were on good terms.I came off the shock and said " what are you doing here Diane?"She huffed " is that how to welcome me into your home? I'm your sister for crying out loud ".I snort " my sister ? !some sister you are ".She rolled my eyes " please just hear me out "I thought about it for a second then opened the door wide for her to come in. She went inside.She assesses my apartment with her eye. There was this look of distaste but I tried to avoid it. I'm sure she is used to dad's big mansion and seeing me live in a small apartment like this one must irk her. I don't care what anyone has to say, at least it's mine and not anyone's." You may sit, " I said after a while. She sat down on the sofa. She let out a sigh " why do you insist on staying in a place like this one? I don't even like the neighborhood"" It's my place and not yours so you don't have a righ
I was so reluctant to leave my child with the stranger. I've seen a lot of news about how house help or nannies maltreat their boss's children and it gives me the chill that the same will be done to mine also.Bella saw my face, she gave me a firm look that clearly states no going back. there was nothing I could do but go with them. We had dinner and I was glad they loved it. The stranger was also served too.They helped me to wash the plates and clean the kitchen. They were careful not to ruin their clothes. some friends I have, I shook my head at them. Glad to have them in my life.I went to my room to check on my little princess she was still asleep. I rubbed her cheek softly. they were soft. I'd already prepared her food just in case she woke up feeling hungry.Susan surprised me too. When we had a conversation, she knows a lot about children which made me feel much better that my daughter was in good arms.I reapplied some powder to my face. Martha insisted on making up my face b
Chapter 27Bella poured our drink into our cups. I didn't wait for any toast. I've missed having alcohol in my system. of course, I'm not an alcoholic but then the feeling of having the best time of my life which can only be given by Alcohol is what I miss.Bella got up to dance. she is a good dancer after all. She thought me how to dance when I'm in a place like this. we've always got each other's back a lot.I stared around the room. I sighted the same spot I saw Ace. or should I say the same spot we bump into each other. it felt like yesterday. A small smile crossed my lips as I reminisce about that moment.I took another sip of my drink. I need to feel free and that is by dancing. I got up to join my friends on the dance floor. They were happy to see me join the crew. Martha pulled me behind her, she twerk a little on me which was funny. I laughed so hard. She brought it to me in front of her so I can do the same as she just did which I did.We had so much fun. The Guys came to d
I mustered the courage to nod my head " it's so nice to meet you two" and Diane smiled so widely.I couldn't look at Ace but I was sure his eyes were on me while I said those words. I couldn't. My legs were shaking. I'm still trying to muster the courage to believe that my sister's fiance is the father of my child. I was in deep shock.My head was clouded. I need to leave this place right this instant before I burst out." Wow, she is your sister ?" I could feel the amusement in his voice. Was this a joke to him?I snorted to myself. He must think he had a taste of me already so why not, he can make fun of me as he, pleases." look who we've been looking for " My guiding angel appeared. I've never wished to hug these two friends of mine as I wish to right now. They are my lifesaver.I turned to them with a relieved expression. Bella understood what I was feeling but she still doesn't know who Ace was. She might think, I was being cornered by Diane.Whereas Martha was shocked. Seeing
I groaned and I woke up from sleep. I didn't know I would wake up with this hangover. I thought I drank a little so why do I feel as if I was run by a car? My mind was so cloudy. I need to take some drugs. I tried to adjust my eyes to the light, it was hard as hell.I didn't know how I slept off on the couch. Susan walked into the living room with my princess in hand. She held a cup of water in one hand and some drugs. I was grateful. I was so glad that I brought her in. "This will help the hangover," she said with a smile. I took it gracefully " I couldn't talk because of the headache."I took it instantly without wasting any time. My little princess giggled at me. She was all smiling this early morning. She was a morning crier but I'm surprised to see her happy.I dropped the cup on the small stool. My hand was still holding my head. They felt so heavy " I won't drink ever again" I grumbled to myself Susan stifled a laugh. I raised my eyes to glare at her playfully. That only mad
I went back home after the little chitchat I had with Ace. Why is he so unpredictable? I don't know what he was thinking. He seems to be a two face kind of man but I can't say. Those hardened expressions of his scare me a lot. It reminds me not to ever be on his black book. I wouldn't want to be on his black book by the way I don't even want to have anything to do with him. I hugged my daughter so tight to my body. She is my strength. She is the only one that gives me the ability to keep going with my head held high. I took in a loud breath trying to get a hold of myself.I heard my phone ring in my pocket. I picked it out with my other free hand. It was the same number as earlier. I furrowed my brows confused at who it might be.The message says :'Hope you got home safely ?'This is getting creepy if you ask me. What if this could be Ace? It should be him. I don't know why I forgot to ask if he sent those messages earlier. So I decided to ask." Ace is that you?'I waited for a whi
I held my phone while I stared at Ace's number. The number was staring at me waiting for me to call him but I couldn't. I didn't know how to tell him to come over to see me .on another thought, I don't think it's a best idea to invite him over. I wouldn't want what happened the last time to happen again. I can't bear that. I can't repeat the same mistakes all the time, never.Mrs. Clara took Amelia home with her. She promises to take good care of her since I have a meeting with Ace. That woman has been so supportive of me. She makes things easier for me and I like that she is trying to fill that space she missed since I was young. Dad is aware that she is in town and he hasn't said anything about it. He hasn't come to check on me. I shook my head, why would I think he'd care to come to talk to her. I don't know why he has to be my father. There are lots of good men out there and nothing like Dad. I don't know why I was blessed with a father like him.If only Mom had nothing to do wit
I went ahead to pick up my daughter from her daycare. Her face looks so soaked with tears. The nanny told me that she had been tearing up since I dropped her. I wonder what the problem could be. I kissed her cheeks and said, "What happened to you?" She stared at me with her wet cheeks. Her face was all red from the tears "Sweetheart, what happened? Mom is here for you "I tried playing with her but all efforts were in vain. I tried all I could to cheer her up but she ended up staring at me like I was acting stupid so I gave up. I need help. The only person I could think about right now was Mrs. Clara. My mother. I need to give her a call. I need help to understand what my daughter is going through. I called her number and she picked up on the first call. " Please I need your help," I said through the phone " ok. I'll be right there with you " she said and ended the call.I sent her my address. I was heading to the park. I hope Amelia will be happy when she sees other kids just like
What Bella told me kept ringing in my head. She insisted that I tell him about Amelia. I don't know how to do it or what way to approach him. It's been two years now since the event that led to Amelia and this is taking a toll on me. If it's left to me, I don't want him to know. His knowing only means that I was welcoming trouble into my life. I dropped Amelia off at the daycare and made my way to my office. Seth hadn't called to talk to me yet. He didn't even call to ask why I didn't come to work and I felt too angry to send a message. I walk into the office like I did nothing wrong. The office was all staring. I wonder why they were whispering something at each other. I rolled my eyes and don't want to hear any of the gossip. It's nothing good. I was so sure about that.I went to my office and saw piles of work waiting for me. That was one thing with this place. When you are not around your work will keep piling up until you get back to do it. No one was going to help. It's the rul
AllysonI woke up from sleep only to realize that a man's arm was wrapped around my waist. I was startled at first not until I remembered what happened yesterday. I was so stupid. I pushed his arms off me. What have I done?I got out of bed all confused. Ace groaned but got up. He sat on the bed and said "Why did you hit me in the face ?"I was naked! I can't believe I allow this to go far .!I wasn't drunk when this happened. I was so stupid. I was confused and filled with lots of feelings. I went with my heart even before my head could process what was happening. "What happened?" I asked still shaken up. I was so confused and didn't know what I want or what to do" What happened last night ?" I felt like a lunatic asking those questions. I knew the answer to it but I still asked.He gave me a look " Is this some form of a joke or what? What are you trying to say? "" I don't know how ...what the hell!" I wrapped the blanket around me. I was so scared of what we did. I'm an adult but
AceI was so annoyed right now. Why would Aunt forgive him too soon after what he did? I punch the wall before me and scream out of annoyance. He has done more harm than good. He lives with his family happily and doesn't care about others. He hurt my aunt and he hurt the woman I love. He hurt Allyson. That is the worse thing ever. I want him down. I want to ruin him. I want to cripple him to nothing. I dashed out of my room. I need some air. Aunt must be in her room crying as she always does. She still thinks about him and the worse thing he did to her but she doesn't want to punish him. He's so not the best man in the universe. I'm glad she didn't end up with a man like that. He is a loser and that is what he will always be. I got into my car and drove off. I need to see Allyson. I need to talk to her. I can't stand it anymore. I can't stand not seeing her. I am about to get married to her sister and here I was going to see her. This is not right. I need to choose right. I need to
I sat down feeling confused. I don't even know what to think. Mom came out from the kitchen holding a cup of coffee. I took it gratefully. I took a sip and felt pleasured when the hot water hit my tongue. I don't know what would have happened if only he stayed behind. Amelia held on tight to Mom's clothes, she doesn't want to leave her. She likes her I guess." how do you feel now ?" Mom asked I nodded " I feel much better "" I knew coffee would do lots of wonders," she said with a smile and I knew it was her way of lightening the atmosphere. I like that she is trying all possible best to make me feel welcome." you are not gonna ask me anything ?" I asked cocking a brow She smiled " I don't want to rush things "" Thanks " I was glad We sat in silence for about a few minutes. Amelia started to cry. She was tired of sitting, she wants to play around." she wants to play. She gets tired when she is sitting all the time " I told her and she was surprised " She walks ?" " yes she
Work was so hectic. I never expected it to be this hard. Of course, I don't work with Seth. I work with his management. I didn't want to be in the same department as him so people won't start to say things they are not meant to say. I want to focus on what actually brought me here and nothing else.I was learning too much in just one day and I don't want to complain. I don't want to look like an ingrate. I should be thankful I have a job with good pay. I was in my office when I saw a reminder text from my mother, Mrs. Clara. She was reminding me about lunch today.Is it me or does it look strange that Diane hasn't called me since the incident? I thought she would at least call to hear my part but she didn't. Of course, I don't expect her to be happy that I insulted her mother but I would have at least wished she called to know what was going on. Is she mad at me or has her mother poisoned her mind as always?What a shame if she goes back to her old self. It will be such a loss for her
Mrs. Clara stayed for lunch. I didn't have it in mind to send her away after the long conversation we had. I served her some Chinese rice and shredded beef. I guess we share the same favorites. I love anything Chinese and the same her.She told me a lot about herself. It was entertaining hearing her speak. She told me she has a boyfriend and I told her I can't wait to meet him. She was excited. Loving the fact that I was giving her a second chance to patch things up." I have a godson and you two will get along. I'm sure of that " she said then took a spoon of her riceI smiled a little " I can't wait to meet him " She cheered "Can I come and pick you up tomorrow? I want you to meet my friends and my godson. They are the only ones I called my family " I was reluctant. I'm not good at meeting new people but she kept insisting " of fine "She squealed. She was so excited. Her smile was contagious, I surprised myself by smiling too. She is just too good with people and I love her energ
I was dancing to the tune of the music. It was an old one-direction song. I love their song so much. It gives me the energy I need to keep moving. I was so happy today and I don't know why though. I thought it was the fact that I now have a job. I haven't started yet but tomorrow will be my first time at work. Seth told me to use today to prepare myself and I was so grateful for that. I was swirling around like a ballerina. I was funny as hell. I look so stupid dancing this way. But who cares? I don't care. I just want to be happy and that is exactly what I'm going to keep doing. I heard a knock but thought it was from the other apartment. This time around the person knocked harder. I wasn't expecting anyone. Susan and I already have a conversation this morning that she should take a break from this job and she understood and took my advice. It's good for her and her daughter.I went to get the door. I saw a strange lady by the door. She has a smile on her face. I have seen this fac