"I guess all this began from the moment I had Daniel cancel your interview and since we are yet to hire the tech assistant, you can take the job," he replied.Eve sniffled. "You are joking. Aren't you?""I'm serious, Eve. You can have the job but on one condition.""And what's that?""All the games and mischief will end." Eve coughed for a long while and Henry knew she did it to taunt him. "I'm no longer interested in the job," she said."Are you kidding me?" he fired back.A while ago when Henry told Dane he was going to handle the situation, his main plan was to offer Eve the employment she wanted. He feels that once she gets the job, the drama will end."Yes, Mr. Richard. You heard me right. I'm not interested in your job, you can keep it to yourself.""Oh come on Eve...""I said I don't want the damn job." She maintained."You know what? Why don't you come to my office tomorrow and get your appointment letter from Daniel. You don't need to undergo an interview." Henry said.Eve l
Eve had scheduled a virtual meeting with her club at exactly 8 pm. She connected with the women at exactly 8 pm via Zoom and after exchanging a few pleasantries, she went straight to the point."Henry called me yesterday afternoon." She revealed.Some of the women exclaimed while others had shocking expressions on their faces."Henry Richard called you?""How did he get your contact?""Did you guys later meet after the one-night stand?"These were the comments coming from the women on Eve's screen."I don't know how he got my official contact but believe me Henry Richard phoned me." began Eve. "And guess what? He offered me a job.""What?"Eve nodded repeatedly. "He wants me to work in his office. Remember I told you guys the other day how he ruined my interview right? Now he wants me to work for him.""Wow!""I guess we've been doing a good job lately then," said Xiana."We finally have his attention," replied Capri."And guess what?" continued Eve. She adjusted her laptop and cleare
Eve turned away and took deep breaths. "I understand you don't want me to create a scene right? Then why in the world would you ask your minions to kidnap me?""I'm sorry about that." Henry calmly replied.Eve laughed. "Sorry? You get me abducted and all you can say is sorry? Do you know I almost had a heart attack when your boys pushed me into that van?""All these wouldn't have happened if you had agreed to come by the office yesterday," Henry said.Eve spread her legs and folded her arms across her chest. "If it's about the job, I don't want it," she said looking directly into Henry's eyes.Henry smiled and sat up. "I must say I'm impressed.""What are you saying?""Yes, I had you taken so we could talk about the job but believe me your guts are rather impressive." Henry maintained."If you have nothing to say other than praising my guts, I'll take my leave now," Eve replied and began brushing the edge of her top."Wait please!" Henry begged. "I know we started on the wrong foot an
Eve hurried out of Henry's office. Stacy watched as she walked out of the office and heaved a deep sigh after shutting the door. She headed out and stopped a cab outside the building.While seated in the car, she texted both Olivia and Jen. Her heart was racing and a thousand and one thoughts were running through her mind.When Eve stepped out of the cab after reaching home, she was pleased to meet Olivia and Jen waiting outside her apartment. She quickly brought out her keys after they shared a group hug."Are you okay?" Jen demanded while Eve was unlocking the door.The three women walked into Eve's apartment. Eve fell on the couch after flinging her back to a corner."So we both got your SOS message." Olivia began. Whenever any of them had a problem, the SOS message is sent and the ladies leave whatever they are doing if circumstance permits and show up at the residence of the sender. While Eve was coming home from Henry's office, she texted the acronym SOS to both Olivia and Jen.
Eve nodded and offered to walk them to the door. Before they stepped out of the apartment. Jen whispered into Eve's right ear."Remember that you are unemployed and thirty thousand dollars won't walk into your room.""Thank you so much for coming." Eve appreciated her friends and the three friends shared a group hug."I'm sorry we are leaving soon," Olivia said."Oh don't you guys worry. Thanks for coming. I appreciate it.""We will drop by tonight," Jen promised."You guys should hurry and get to work before you all get fired," Eve said. They laughed and hurried out.Eve returned to her living room and sat on the carpet. She was thinking about all that Olivia said regarding her family needs and her rent when her phone suddenly rang.She cleared her throat, took a deep breath and responded to the call."Hi mom!" she said."Hello Eve!" came Eleanor's voice."Eleanor? What happened to mom? Where is she?" Eve asked. She began to panic."Mom is fine Eve. Dad took her out for a walk."Eve
It was past 4 pm. Henry Richard was signing a document when his phone vibrated. He ignored the notification and signed the four other documents on his table. When he grabbed his phone and swiped the screen, his jaw dropped after seeing the message."That was quite soon," he mumbled as feelings of joy began to course through his veins. He was surprised too.When he told Eve to take her time to ponder about the job offer earlier, he wasn't expecting a quick response from her and right now, he was shocked that it took her less than twenty-four hours to respond. The response was quick and positive.Henry immediately messaged Dane to join him in his office and in a flash, Dane was standing before him."You texted me to come right away, boss!" Dane said panting heavily. "She took the offer." He told Dane who just walked into the office."Eve Bloom took the job?" Dane asked and grabbed a seat."I told you, Dane. Thirty thousand dollars is not something you can come by every day." Henry boas
"Have a seat!" directed Henry pointing to the chair opposite him. Anthony sat next to Dane and adjusted his collar. Anthony had been working for Henry as his personal assistant for the past five years. He made Henry's job easier and showed up when Henry couldn't. Anthony is a professional. He has a degree in business management from Harvard and a master's degree in business administration."You sent for me sir." Anthony reminded Henry Henry smiled and pulled out an envelope from his cupboard. Dane was watching keenly his heart beating quickly. What if Henry fires Anthony? Dane thought."Thank you so much for all you've done." Henry spat. Anthony displayed a shocking expression and Dane was feeling hopeless."You've been very helpful Anthony." Henry continued. Dane swallowed some air while the confused Anthony adjusted his tie."You have been good to me and believe me Anthony I see all you do not just for this company but me," concluded Henry.He handed to Anthony a sealed white en
Before Henry left the office for his home, he got another text message from Eve stating that she was coming to his office the next day in line with the new job. Henry smiled and texted her back. He told her she could come by anytime she wished during the office hours which are from 10 am to 2 pm. He informed her that the contract papers were ready.Tuesday morning, Eve woke up with mixed feelings. She was glad she had finally gotten a new job but her feelings of excitement were weighed down by feelings of anxiety. However, she had promised herself that she will be bringing her game to the top because she was going to be a spy during her stay to look out for Henry's wife.After taking a warm shower, Eve slipped into a blue cotton jumpsuit which hugged her tightly. She applied a little make-up and chose a pair of black heels. She decorated her hair and grabbed her favourite handbag before dashing out. Anyone who saw her walking down the street that morning couldn't deny how gorgeous she
"I never thought you would show up!" Dane remarked the moment Olivia slapped her purse on the round table. "We are talking about preparations for my best friend's wedding here. I wouldn't mind seeing your annoying face." She replied and sat opposite him. Dane chuckled and crossed his legs. Henry and Eve broke the news of their engagement to them a week ago. Dane was to serve as Henry's best man while Olivia, was the chief bridesmaid. It's two weeks to the wedding and preparations were already heating up. Dane had invited Olivia that evening to the cafe so they could review their plans for the wedding. "Do you want anything?" He asked and pointed to the menu card. Olivia waved her hand down. "I'm good." Dane reclined on the chair. "You'll rather starve than have a drink with me don't you?" She broke into a laugh and grabbed the menu card. "You know what Dane? You have a way of cracking me up even when I'm being a tough girl." He sat up and blinked at her. "Maybe I was created
"So what's your plan? Staying all day in bed without a job till you have the baby?' Mrs Bloom raised her voice at Eve.Eve was sprawled on the bed, facing her phone. She was having a video call with her mother."Eve, if you don't want to get a job then at least you can tell Henry about the baby. He should have thought about his marriage before putting the baby there.""Come on mom!'"I'm serious, Eve. Child support is necessary. Meanwhile, I'm not happy with the fact that you planned to raise this baby alone. I didn't raise you alone so my grandbaby deserves a father." Mrs Bloom went on ranting.Eve sighed and stroked her forehead. "I have enough funds in my savings account that can cater for the baby so you don't have to worry about that and about speaking to Henry, I'll do that when the time is right.""You better do so.""Have you told dad about it?"Mrs Bloom arched a brow. "Didn't you say you'll do that yourself?"Eve gave repeated nods. "I'll come home mom and I'll tell him ever
Dane pulled his sports car to a halt at the entrance to the parking lot and quickly stepped out."This better be good." He muttered under his breath and charged toward Olivia who was standing under a lemon tree, a few meters away from the park entrance.It was a few minutes past 6 pm and about fifteen minutes earlier, Olivia had called Dane and asked her to meet with him, stating that they needed to speak urgently.He got to the spot she was standing and instantly flashed a smile at her. Why the hell was he grinning like a clown Olivia wondered and quickly turned away after a smirk.Dane cleared his throat loudly and gave his forehead a delicate scrape. He was not the kind of man who was used to putting his perfect set of dentition on display and he couldn't tell why he got excited and had to smile at the sight of Olivia.Olivia adjusted the leather bag hanging around her left arm and began taking steps toward Dane. He remained rooted to his spot and felt like the ground was going to
Eve took sluggish steps toward the door. She had been avoiding them for quite a long time and she knew that the sooner she faced them, the better for her sanity.She stood by the door for several seconds and tried to keep her breath in check. She didn't see who was banging on her door but she could bet that it was either Olivia or Jen.After exhaling twice, she opened the door and saw the ladies standing outside. She flashed a quick smile at them and before she could usher them into the house, they flew in.She slammed the door behind her and turned to face their inquisitive faces. They were both folding their arms across their chests and staring at her like an owl."And why the hell was your phone off for two days?" Olivia flung the question at her.Eve sighed and moved to the twin couch."Some ladies from your hate club had been blowing up my phone. I don't even know why I gave them my phone number in the first place." Jen lamented.She moved to the couch and settled next to Eve by
Eve was glad that she had spoken to her mother. She was feeling a bit relieved and was glad that her mother didn't judge or condemn her. Mrs Bloom was sensitive enough to realize that at that moment, Eve needed all the support and comfort she could get.*****"I'm so happy to see you!" Phil declared and almost pulled her to the floor because he had immersed her in a tight hug. Eve smiled and hugged him. If she had her way, she would have pulled him away because she woke up that morning feeling edgy. She attributed the sudden feeling to pregnancy hormones."I never thought you would show up today," Phil commented after they broke off the embrace. "You need rest Eve. You can count on me to handle things while you are recuperating. Remember, health is wealth." Eve gave a warm smile and folded her arms across her chest. Who would have thought that she could get along with Phil? Two weeks ago, they could barely stand each other."Thank you so much, Phil." She replied. She was going to mi
Eve shut her eyes and opened them immediately. Just when she thought that she was hallucinating, she realized that the doctor was still standing by her bed.He kept the file he was holding next to her on the bed and left after flashing a bright smile.Even grabbed the file with trembling hands and her gaze instantly fell on the result after she opened it. She shut the file after a gasp and quickly turned away.She was fucking pregnant!"Damn it!" She muttered under her breath and squeezed the bedsheet. Her head began to spin in circles. She was carrying Henry's baby. According to the report, the doctor handed it over to her, she was three weeks gone.Whether she was three weeks gone, a month or two months gone, it was certain as death that the baby she is carrying is Henry's.He was the only man she had been with and on countless occasions, they had been together without using protection even though there were times she took pills, there were a few times she skipped the pills.She th
The continuous ringing of Eve's phone caused her to open her heavy eyes.She picked up the call."Hey!""Hey, baby. How is my gorgeous damsel doing this morning?" came Darcy's voice.The statement didn't provoke a smile on her face and neither did her cheeks turn red. She was even shocked at her reaction."I'm doing great Darcy." She replied and rubbed her drowsy eyes with the edge of her left palm.Did she just say, Darcy? She cleared her throat loudly. "How are you doing babe?"The phone speaker filtered Darcy's chuckle. "I'm good. You are having a work-free day?"Eve arched a brow. "A work-free day? It's not weekend.""And you are still not at work?"Eve glanced at the wall clock hanging above her. Her eyes widened in horror."Jeez!" She screamed. It was a few minutes to 9 am and she should have been at the office by now."I need to go now." She said and quickly hung up before Darcy could give a reply.She went through her phone and realised that the alarm she had set to awaken he
"Come in!" Henry responded from the inside and shut the file before him.Immediately after he lifted his head and realised that it was Eve who just walked into his office clinging to some documents, he lowered his head and opened the file he had shut earlier.She walked up to his desk. "Phil said you needed the transaction details of the cost of production for the week." She said without staring at him directly.He continued fiddling with the pages of the document before him. "And why didn't Phil obtain the document from the accounts department? Wasn't he the one I assigned the task to?" he asked without lifting his head.From that statement, Eve could tell that Henry wasn't expecting her and on the other hand, she didn't want to be in his office but she had to bring the report because Phil had a couple of other things to do."He's busy. You asked him to plan the annual meeting with the branch managers and also draft invitation letters." She reminded Henry.Lately, he had stopped assi
Eve cast her gaze to the entrance. She saw a man by the door lifting a phone to his face. Could he be her mystery man? She wondered and lowered the phone to her chest.Meanwhile, the man also lowered the phone to his chest and kept roving his eyes around the area."Pick the damn call!" Eve muttered under her breath and began taking strides toward the glass door.The man finally picked up the call and when he turned around, she froze.He placed his perfect set of dentition on display by flashing a bright smile. "You must be Eve?"She nodded repeatedly.He began taking steps toward her, maintaining the illuminating smile. He was devilishly handsome and was dressed in a gas-blue suit. Eve looked into his forest green eyes and darted her gaze to his expensive shoes. Olivia was right. The man was damn classy.When he got to Eve, he extended his right hand and ran his left hand through his blonde hair. "I'm Darcy."She remained rooted to her spot. She wondered whether she should smile, spea