Arthur Cassius kept wondering who the lady inside the house was.
She surpassed his definition of being audacious, fierce and brave. In addition, she is beauty personified.
He doesn't think he has ever seen her in the empire since four months he got employed as Sir Ferguson’s driver.
Something looks strange with the young woman. Something that he cannot just fathom and he must find it out.
The night flew off the earth so quickly calling in dawn at a snap.
That morning when Author was preparing Sir Ferguson’s car, his phone rang.
It was Kelly, the woman he loved dearly. He smiled but did not take the calls.
Kelly would be pissed off right now but he would explain himself to her later. Their conversation was always very lengthy, full of emotion and love. It was not what he could handle at the moment.
One thought of the young woman he saw yesterday kept mesmerizing his mind. Just one glance at her, she already has a powerful dominance over him.
Immediately Arthur was done with Mr. Ferguson’s car and was about to go inside, the foyer to the main building opened.
It was that same young woman. Yes, the one that causes the man in him to die seventy times. She was all dressed up and coming in his direction.
Reflexively, the napkin in his hands fell off as he swallowed hard immediately at the grace of the beautiful brave woman coming his way.
With eyes glued uninterruptedly, at each other, a burning desire flushed the air. And as Khloe Ferguson drew near him too, her confusion multiplied.
He looked exactly like the man at the hotel two days ago in Maryland. She recalled him saying he would be in Washington yesterday.
But how come? He is the CEO of a big firm in Maryland but just a mere driver in her father's house.
Is he some impostor? Perhaps he is the twin brother of Author Cassius the man that caused her heart to flutter at the hotel. Khloe hated to be confused but whoever the man was, she was going to find him out.
Itching her lips and with a grimace on her face, she walked up to him with that demeanor that carried grace, power, and fame.
He blinked his eyes twice, studying her as she drew closer to him but her phone suddenly rang and she stood on the spot to take her calls.
Arthur took advantage of that to glance at the woman standing before him properly.
She had a slender figure with athlete's legs that gave her confidence when she strides. Her gentle, tender and glowing white skin shone like the brightness of the sun and her thick long midnight black hair covered her neck down, complimenting her lovely eyes and beautiful face.
Since Khloe stood receiving her call, Arthur continued checking her out but she suddenly turned to him and all the smiles on her face washed off.
“You’ve been paying details to all I’ve been saying earlier. I am not comfortable with poke nosers. You smirked twice at me, checking me out. I hate that. Why did you do that?” She said to him powerfully and Authur blinked twice.
“I am sorry if it did ma’am,” he apologizes calmly, yet his dominant power still consumed Khloe.
Khloe did see much reaction on his face when she quoted the same words he quoted to her at the hotel.
Perhaps he was not the man she met at the hotel. But Khloe was sure it was him. The striking resemblance was just too much.
“Take me to the company quickly, I don't want to be late, she commanded at once, confusing Authur.
“Who are you? I have not seen you here before,” he asked, looking deeper into her furious gaze. She was just his type of woman.
Khloe curled her lips and scoffed.
“Toddler,” she said again trying to get a reaction and spot him if he was the man she met at the hotel but he did not show any reaction.
“I guess you don't know I am the CEO of my father's Company,” she fired angrily at Authur when she couldn't see the reaction she was looking for.
Arthur doesn't know any other daughter that Sir Ferguson has but he knew Kelly.
More so, the young woman standing at his face was very different from Kelly.
He had known Kelly since four months ago and Kelly had never mentioned to him that she has a sister.
“Excuse me, sorry but I have to call my boss to confirm what you just said before I can do anything.” He took out his phone and Khloe huffed disappearing to the father's car.
While in the car, Khloe glanced at Arthur and the image of the man at the hotel resurfaced. She took out the complimentary card from her bag and glanced at it again.
All she kept seeing on top of the tick green card was Arthur Cassius, CEO of Western Group.
Once Arthur opened the door, Khloe hid the card back in her purse.
“I am so sorry, ma’am. I will just take you to the company. I have been instructed by Boss to do so,” he said narrowing his eyes from the front seat to where she sat at the back.
Khloe glanced at him and asked, “What is your name?” her ears widened at what he would say.
Arthur glanced at her from her rear mirror. Curiosity was written all over her face.
However, he waited five seconds before replying to her.
“I am Mark John.” He did not remove his eyes from the face in the rear mirror.
It seemed as though she didn't believe him with the way shock was written all over her face.
“Are you okay ma’am? He asked, concerned.
This time, Khloe was long lost with different thoughts hoarding her mind. He was even confusing her the more.
“Just take me to the company Mr Arthur,” his real name escaped her lips without her knowledge.
Arthur stopped the car abruptly as he heard his real name from someone he didn't know and his eyes reddened.
He came to Washington for something, something related to the past that no one must find out about. Seeing his boss's daughter call his real name shocked him to the bone.
Who is she?
Few minutes later, Arthur and Khloe arrived at the company. Arthur stared at the gigantic skyscraper and stood majestically, its steel glass and steel facade gleaming in the sunlight. Arthur poked his head out the windows, getting more of the building before stepping down to get Khole's door.“Here you go ma'am” he said, opening the door and holding it for her to step out.As soon as Khole stepped out of the vehicle, she had a nostalgic feeling. This was her father's company and she had visited so many times. A happy memory flooded her memory but it all faded away when Arthur spoke.“Aren't you going in ma'am? You've been standing for a while” he said, concerned. His face was contorted, his eyebrows hung low which was the cause of the sun beam.“I will. I'll be needing you by 5pm. Don't delay” she said sternly and proceeded to walk in. On her way to the main building, she met a lot of unfamiliar faces and people strolling in and out of the building. Some people began murmuring.“Isn
Khloe Ferguson kept her eyes fixated on the files piled in front of her. “This wasn't what I was expecting when I agreed to take over as CEO," Khloe thought to herself, her mind filled with a mix of frustration and disappointment. “All I thought was that, I'll be taking over my inheritance and continue my father's legacy not cleaning up some mess. This is really frustrating" she groaned. Immediately she thought of this, Rachel,the secretary, knocked on the door and entered with a confused expression. “Uh.. good morning” she said “Yeah?” “I was hoping to see Mr. Lucas. There's been some miscalculation” she announced, closing the door behind her. “Ah yes. Tell me. I'm taking over from him. So see me as your new boss” Khloe said, straightening herself. Rachel asked no further and continued with why she came. “Okay, if you say so. I have some updates on the Johnson account. It's not looking very good." “Who the hell is Johnson?” Khloe thought to herself but not givin
“Arthur?” Kelly repeated, as her eyes widened in genuine curiosity. “I've never heard of him. What's his story?” Khloe bit her lips as she stared into her sisters eyes. Scanning them in order to see if she's genuine or playing dumb. “I'm not very sure. I met him at a restaurant and now he's my driver. It doesn't makes sense and… there's something about him. I can't seem to verily put my finger on it, I'm sure.” Kelly took Khloe's hand gently and gave her a warm smile. “He's just a driver, don't stress about it. You just got out of a tight marriage, you should be free and not worrying over nothing. Have some rest, will you?” still wearing a smile on her face. With a sigh Khloe said,“you're right.” Just then, Rachel walked into the office interrupting their conversation. “Sorry ma'am for disturbing you. I have another file waiting for you and there's someone here to see you,” she announced. Khloe blinked severally as her mind raced. She collected the files, which are m
Arthur studied her feature through the rearview mirror, her eyes too on him. The silence stretched between them and what was heard was only the humming of the vehicle and honking of other cars. Her eyes held curiosity alongside a malicious grin. She thought she had him but unfortunately didn't. He smirked internally before saying “I'm sorry ma'am, but you've got the wrong person.” “Mair Hotel, 9 pm” Khloe said confidently. “I don't know what you're talking about ma’am” Arthur denied. “The man I saw had a striking resemblance. I must have been mistaken then” Khloe said. Arthur glanced at her from the rearview mirror, he let out a small smile then thought to himself. “She's cute when she does that.” Moments later, they arrived at the Fergusons residence. They parked at the parking lot and came down, immediately Khloe went straight to the main house. Upon entering, she met Emily in the living room watching her favorite soap opera. She was so engrossed in it that we didn't
Khloe Ferguson woke up to a buzzing sound from her phone that was vibrating at the study desk. Grumpily she turned on the message and found something she didn't want to see, something that'll ruin her morning. Apparently, Ethan and Katrina are going to have a baby. Khloe's eyes widened in shock!! “Didn't they just get married? How come she is pregnant?” Khloe said. Her eyes were now wild open. Ethan and Katrina were internet sensations so it was easy to dig up the history of those two, and to spread news about them easily. “You're done with him. He didn't deserve you anyway.” Khloe chided herself. “You're better than him and you'll prove it,” she said determinedly. She got out of bed and got dressed, ready to head for the office. Her stomach let out a loud growl, indicating she was hungry. “I can't go to work on an empty stomach. Just a little breakfast would do” She descended the stairs only to find Kelly and Arthur discussing. “Oh there you are,” Kelly said, acknowledging
Arthur's face became very pale as he stared at the woman coming close to him. Although she was totally oblivious of him, he still had a shocked expression laced on his face. “Kelly?” Arthur whispered unbelievably. The lady in red hair, scanned the place as if she was searching for something until her eyes darted at Arthur. Her face curled up in a smile. “Arthur” Kelly said in a melodic tone, waving her hands to him and walking up to him. “What are you doing here?” Arthur asked. “What? Can't I come and see you?” Kelly sat beside him and Sam adjusted himself to give them privacy. “It's not that. I'm… I wasn't really expecting you. Besides, you didn't tell me that you were coming down here. I could have prepared something. Or arrange a better place” Arthur said, with his voice and tone returning back to normal. “I wanted to surprise you,” she said. Kelly scanned Arthur's collects and made a disgusted face. “Why the hell are you wearing that?” She asked irritatedly. “What? These?
“I don't know what you're talking about,” Khloe said, yanking her hands away from Hannah's hold. “You better behave yourself. I'll say this one last time. Hand over to me what Foster gave you or else you'll face the consequences” Hannah threatened. “Even if I have it, why should I give it to you? The last time I checked, you wanted his inheritance just for your selfish needs and desires.” Khloe Ferguson said fiercely. Hannah's blood boiled from where she sat. She was pissed by Khloe's attitude but she knew better not to cause a scene. “I'll let you off for now. Just know I'll keep watching you, Khloe Ferguson,” she warned getting up. “Psft.. who does she think she is?” Khloe said. She watched Hannah storm out of the restaurant, her heart racing from the encounter. “She's this close to finding out my secret” she blew air and sighed. She still couldn't believe the audacity Hannah had, threatening her like that. But Khloe knew she wouldn't back down, not now that she has a hin
Khloe Ferguson staggered as she tried to attain composure. Her vision is so blurry and she's not in her right senses. Arthur stood confused as to what she is doing without further caution, she leaned forward and cupped his face in her thumb. Pressing his cheeks with her index finger and thumb, forcing him to open his mouth as she faced him and pressed her lips onto his mouth…and, suddenly she stuck her tongue inside. Arthur was taken aback by her sudden action. He stood watching as she kept kissing his lips, her mouth tasted of liquor and her red lipstick were staining his lips. She pulled away to get air into her lungs and wanted to continue but Arthur stopped her. “Khloe stop this,” he demanded, holding her shoulders. “Do you not like me?” She asked, pouting her lips. Arthur's face contorted in disgust. Then he let his impulsive thoughts take over and slapped her hard. “You're drunk Khloe. Come let me take you in,” he said. Slapping her didn't bring her senses back. He