(13 years ago)Antonio struggled to carry the big basket of carrots, grunting as he carried it out of the farm while the farmers laughed and chatted as they kept working. He was almost out of the farm when he was startled by the sudden shout from the annoying and familiar voice. "Hey!", Anthony yelled startling everyone and drawing attention to himself, " what are you doing?", he directed at Antonio, looking so pissed," What does it look like I'm doing?" Antonio replied, eyeing him.He walked briskly to him and took the basket from him, dropping it roughly on the floor." Hey, you better don't ruin the basket and my carrots", the woman who owns it yelled," Didn't I tell you to stop coming here? You said you love to study and Mrs Zaira said she's going to enroll you, ain't you meant to be studying?", he yelled at him," Am I going to read on an empty stomach?", Tonio yelled back at him," I said I'll take care of it"," Who are you to say that? Didn't you also want to go to school "
(Same night Durbar was tortured)Clarisse had no idea how to go home, but she planned to call Christian once she got out of the company. Everyone exits, bidding each other good night."Good job to everyone today, Have a nice night everyone!", Suzanne said as she bid all her employees good night," Good night ma'am", they replied in unison," Should I drop you off, Miss Clarisse?" Suzanne asked.Hester rolled her eyes when she saw this gesture. Clarisse was about to accept when she saw Christian's car. She turned to Suzanne smiling," No, but thank you so much, ma'am"," Okay, bye", she bid her before entering her car.Clarisse jogged towards the car waiting patiently for her, smiling as she opened the door." Hey princess," Christian greeted as soon as she opened the car and got in." Hi", she replied," How was your day?"," It was great, I had a nice time and learned new things"," I'm glad to hear that." Christian nodded and gestured for the driver to drive.Hester scoffed as she w
" How is he?", Christian asked, dressed in his pajamas and ready to go to bed, " Barely walking after we dropped him", " As wanted. I need you to open a personal account for someone ", " Okay, sir ", " You'll see the details first thing tomorrow morning ", " Okay, sir", " Goodnight ", he said and hung up and then retired to bed. ************ Stella was anxious as she sat in the sitting room waiting patiently for her husband with the money he requested in her hand. She doesn't want to get beaten when he comes back but it was getting pretty late. She looked at the time one more time and furrowed her brow, " This is unusual. Is he not coming back home tonight?" she asked herself as she looked through the window, but there was no glimpse of Durbar, " maybe.. he's not coming home tonight?". She felt relieved; even though she was a little worried, she was glad that she would have a good night, so she proceeded to her room and retired to bed. **** Sharon sat before her dressing mi
Clarisse grumbled as she was back to work the next day, running errands for Hester whom she's now sure that she loathes her. Clarisse was running errands, while Suzanne was calling on the company's heart for a meeting." Where's Miss Clarisse?", Celia asked Hester when the six of them had gathered and Clarisse was not present," I don't know", Hester lies," But you two were working together earlier"," I had no idea where she went," she lied again." Okay then, let's start the meeting", Suzanne said, not happy with the perception she was getting from Clarisse, a perception of her not being responsible and diligent." Good morning, everyone", Suzanne began, "We all know how the new contract we signed, we'll be producing outfits for a show Lye's cooperation is hosting."...Clarisse jogged back to the department and did not meet Hester," Please where's Miss Hester?", she asked one of the employees that was present," Check her at Miss Suzanne's office", the worker replied, and she hurr
He watched both sides before crossing the road with his grip around her wrist, pulling her along with him to the restaurant. Clarisse was short of words; she kept being dragged along, looking so confused and guilty. She felt so grateful for what he did for her, but she wasn't expecting him to come for lunch so soon; she indeed promised to treat him to lunch, but she had no savings account, nor did she have any money on her and Kyle wasn't giving her any chance to disagree.He sits happily opposite her and calls on the waiter." What would you like to eat?" he asked, grinning at her.Clarisse cleared her throat nervously, " First Mr. Kyle.."," Kyle, call me Kyle".There isn't time to argue with him; the waiter is here, and she has no money, " there's something I should tell you; why don't you dismiss the waiter first?" she said quietly to him." We can discuss whatever the matter is after eating," he said and turned to the waiter, ordering what he wanted, and asked Clarisse to state w
Clarisse rushed into Suzanne's office, startling her and making her worry something had happened." What happened Miss Clarisse?", she asked worriedly," I'm here", she answered, panting but confused Suzanne, who shot her a confused look.Seeing her expression she said, " I was told that you were looking for me"," No, I wasn't"," Huh?"," I wasn't looking for you"," B.but", she looked so confused," It wasn't me who was looking for you, it was Mr. Christian, your husband"," But I saw him, and he said you were looking for me."Suzanne giggled, " I have no idea what you're talking about, but it was Mr. Christian who was looking for you."Clarisse was baffled. She thanked and apologized to Suzanne before walking back to her department, wondering why he lied that it was Mrs Suzanne who was looking for her, and he even made it sound so serious and have her run down here.She sat down as soon as she got to her desk, still looking disturbed, ' why would he say that?'." Hey Clarisse", He
" Will you stop stuttering or I will leave", Clinton said sternly," I'm sorry, I was thinking, that since Mrs. Clarisse isn't home I could take some time off, and don't worry sir I'm done cleaning up Mrs Clarisse work room, everything has been set up"," How many days?"," No, no, no, I'm not taking a leave; I just want some permission to attend to some issues; since master's wife won't be back till night, I'll make sure to return before then."Clinton was quiet for some seconds before nodding.Blue nearly jumped up in excitement; she couldn't wait to get some fresh air; she missed walking along her favorite alley and the garden." Thank you so much sir"," It's nothing", he said and walked away leaving Blue alone to giggle and dance in excitement. *************" Hello"," What's wrong, why is your voice like that?", Gael asked worriedly noticing the paleness laced in Christian's voice," I'm good, where are you?".Gael glanced at the bouquet sitting on the passenger's seat, " I
Kyle was changing his clothes when he got a call from his agent, " Anything useful?", he asked, the previous event anger laced in his voice," Yes sir, the embassy just arrived ", he said," You mean the Dubai ambassador has arrived?", he asked in shock for more confirmation," Yes sir"," Okay, okay, which airport "," I've sent the airport he arrived at for you sir, and the hotel he's moving to "," Good job, expect a double payment ", he said and immediately hung up.This means a lot to him, and trillions of dollars are in line; he immediately began to change his clothes again and also put lots of calls through. ***Blue was strolling through the alley, drinking ice cream and heading towards the wide field when he saw someone pulling over roughly at the end of the path; the man got down from the car and began to yell and scream, then he seemed to be finding it hard to breathe. At first, she doesn't know what is wrong with him, but when she gets closer, she sees that it is someone
(13 months later) Blue was bubbling with so much excitement that Clarisse couldn't help but chuckle. " Your excitement is above the cloud", Clarisse said and she measured her waist, " I know right ", she confirmed and giggled, " Our bride-to-be ", Clarisse winked at her causing her to blush " She's my bride, "Gael said behind them, and everyone laughed. Clarisse poked her tongue at her, " everyone knows", she teased, " I need to inform you guys again ". " Your waist is small, and your hip is big; you have a very nice shape," Clarisse said to Blue moving the tape rule around her. " Thank you, but make sure my wedding gown is more beautiful than Elizabeth's ", " Elizabeth? The senator's wife?", Clarisse asked and burst into laughter, " yes ma'am ", " I'm serious ", " I know, you trust me right?", " Sure", " Then we're good, I'll make a stunning wedding dress for you", " I know you'll make a beautiful one but I want the one that's more beautiful than hers". Clarisse laugh
" $10,000","$25,000"," $45,000"," $75,000"," $80,000"," $90,000"," $100,000. Going... going..at the count of three, 1, 2, 3", he rang the bell, "sold at $100,000".Blue clasped her hands together, feeling so emotional. That's the smallest amount that her painting was sold, and they're still bidding. She never believed or imagined that her painting would cost that much.Gael grinned and looked at her; his heart felt fulfilled. He looked so happy as more paintings and crafts were placed on display.One of her pants that speaks of undying love that got embraced by nature and death was purchased by Clarisse at seven million dollars.They gave each other a very tight hug when the show was over. " I feel like I'm on top of the sky right now," Blue sobbed, hugging Clarisse." There are beautiful paintings, well done Blue"," Thank you so much".Clarisse broke the hug, " I did nothing, but there are many people over there that you should thank, we'll meet later on"," Sure ", she nodde
( Still flashback)Clarisse's heart tightened after listening to the recorder; she took a deep breath as tears gathered in her eyes. It was a lot for her, listening to a family of hers plotting her death.Christian pulled her closer into his arms and whispered, "Are you okay?".She smiled bitterly and nodded, her chest getting tight and firm, " they were never my family", she said coldly." They killed my parents and now their daughter is planning to kill me"," Would you have gone truly? If I hadn't played this tape", Marissa asked," I would have, I would have agreed to meet her, but where she gets it wrong was thinking I would move according to her plans if she really wants my forgiveness, she'll come to see me, if we have to meet then I'll book a restaurant and I won't go anywhere without telling my man about it".Marissa sighed, " I don't think she'll want you to tell anyone that you want to meet with her "," That's for sure", Ryan agreed," I said I won't move according to her
(Flashback)Ryan's words started repeating in her head once again, bringing her awareness to something she had never noticed or something she pretended not to notice. Realizing which relationship she wanted more and which relationship she never wanted to end, she picked up her phone after prioritizing someone she never wanted to think about or imagine losing.She took her phone and dialed Alice's contact; after concluding to meet, she went to take her bath and get dressed before calling Ryan.Praying and wishing he picked, she felt so relieved and happy when he did after the third rang," Hi, Ryan"," Hi", he replied coldly," Can we meet, please? I would come over"," Okay".Her heart ached when he coldly hung up; she swallowed hard, accepting the coldness, and with more desperation, she headed over to his place. After the short drive, she arrived at his house and took a deep breath, exhaling heavily before stepping out of the car.She knocked on his door and he opened the door." He
( very early the next morning)Alice walked out of the house and headed over to where Marissa's car was packed; she opened the door with Marissa's key and reached out for her bag; she opened Marissa's bag and took out the pistol.She smiled heartily at the gun, " beautiful", she uttered and threw the bag back into the car before closing it and heading back into the house.Her stomach grumbled as she stepped in; she went straight to the kitchen counter to make herself a cup of cornflakes and tucked the gun into her back pocket before heading to the room where Clarisse was tied.With her head banging and spinning, she slowly flickered her eyes open to a bright room that nearly blinded her eyes. Slowly, she adjusted her sight to the room light and raised her head to see Alice munching on something; when she took another spoon, she realized it was flakes.Her body felt numb, and she couldn't move; she looked at herself to realize her situation." Oh, you're awake", Alice said, grinning wh
Alice smirked evilly, " Tonight? Can we meet tonight?"," Sure"." Please don't tell anyone that you're coming to see me, especially Christian"," And why that?"," I did the wrong thing towards him also, he'd hate it if you tell him you're coming to see me and he might not accept"," Christian isn't that type of a person, he holds no grudge"," Still," her voice became sadder, " I want you to forgive me and also help me ask him for forgiveness; I'm just scared he'd refuse you to come and see me."Clarisse sighed, " don't worry, I won't tell him", she accepted," Oh, you're such a darling! Clarisse, thank you so much, I'll definitely repay this kindness"," It's okay, let me go and get ready"," Yeah, sure, I'll be expecting you".With that, Clarisse hung up." Hi", she went back to Blue," Hi, done?"," Yeah, yeah I'm done, just that, I need to head out "," Hope everything is okay?"," Yeah sure, I just have to meet someone, I'm sorry we have to cut the conversation, and the moment
" If you're sure she'd fall into the trap then no issue, what do you need, tell me"," I'm going to lure her over to a place I know, I've checked every place in that area, there's no surveillance camera in that area so we don't have an issue getting traced or finding us"," Okay...once you lure her there, what next?"," That's where you come in"," I'm good with knife, I just need to stab her right ?".Alice smirked, "No, there's something else you need to do".Marissa furrowed her brow as she listened to the rest of Alice's plan before smiling satisfactorily and nodding in agreement with her plan.************Clarisse and Blue burst into laughter as they kept chatting and giggling." Honestly, it's so nice to have someone who gets you like no one"," I know right, I've never imagined that I'd be in this situation ", Blue said smiling," I guess no matter how dark this world can be, there are people who are different and special ","And I'm lucky to have met some of them ".Clarisse
On a pair of jeans short and a blue crop top, Marissa sat on the floor with a glass cup of alcohol in her right hand. She sat on the floor with her elbow resting on her knees, staring blankly into space. Her heart felt heavy, her eyes felt tired, and her busy mind kept replying to memories, not just any memory but her memories with Christian.Remembering when he first got enrolled into the school and how they bumped into each other, spilling her milk on her shirt, how he became Ryan's best friend and automatically became hers as well.She remembered how she always stared at him, how handsome his cold face was, how she was always eager and impatient to see him again the following day, and when it was weekend, she'd suggest hangout, which he never agreed to, but she and Ryan would suddenly show up in his house. She chuckled when she remembered the expression he'd give them." Ah", she heaved a deep sigh.Ryan's words started repeating in her head once again, bringing her awareness to s
Marissa stormed into the sitting room in a rage and threw her purse onto the couch angrily." Hey, you good?", Ryan asked moving on the couch," Of course not, I'm pissed", she said walking towards the fridge to get bottles of alcohol," What happened? Did someone upset you?"," More than upset me"," Who?"," Don't worry, just be my drinking buddy for this night", she said placing the bottles on the table." Tell me what happened, if not, I'm not drinking anything"," Ugh! Don't be childish, I called you to come over so that you can be my drinking buddy".Displeased to hear that, he sighed, " I will be your drinking buddy; I just need you to tell me what happened."Unable to keep it from him, she said fuming, "It didn't go as planned, the plan was to ruin the show, ruin the show dresses but she couldn't even get that done, she's so useless"," What, are you talking about?",Fuming, she said, "I want to make her pay, make her know her place, and not touch what belongs to other people.