Chapter 34 – Praises of Architects
Third Person POV
Phoenix’s company gave each architect an assistant that will guide them on the technicalities and how the presentation would go. Kiara as well was given an assistant that would help her and brief her on how everything would work, and gave her the information she needed regarding the location, the area, measurement of the lands, the target budget of the company, and images of the place where they would put up the hotel in Singapore, along with it are the nearby establishments surrounding the location which needs to be considered.
They were all given three months to do design the hotel, make the outputs, review the place, and prepare for the presentation.
Kiara with the other nine architects sat on the conference table with the assistants assigned to them. There were no board of directors, shareholders, or anyone involve in judging that are present in
Chapter 35 – Mix Our GenesThird Person POVThree months, Kiara was so focused on designing the hotel according to the guidelines, preferences, and demands by the company, considering as well the necessary information of the budget, location, materials, and of course the signature theme that had always uniquely belongs to the Ramirez Company, it must also reflect in her designs. She had made almost 10 drafts already yet it never satisfied her thus she kept on making a new one, she deemed that something was missing in them but she could not point it out. This is the first project she will try to have a shot on so she has to do her best, more than her best, for this is going to be a breakthrough for her if she succeeds, and even just by being one of the competitors of the bidding already had put her on a good position for this can be included on her resume, and if she gets lucky and the other nine architects would clearly
Chapter 36 – Live Your Life TodayThird Person POVThe road was almost empty as only a few cars are travelling at the hour. Kiara just watched the streetlights pass in a blur, lighting up her face as they both fell into a peaceful and comforting silence. She does not know where he is taking her, yet she was sure that it wasn’t the path to his home. They are going out of the city as buildings and skyscrapers are starting to fade, being replaced by small houses and fields, trees at the sides instead of establishments, and since the tall and bright lights of buildings are now gone in sight, she can clearly see the dark veil of the sky, stars twinkling above them, the moon shining its serenity. Kiara felt at peace.It was a long yet peaceful ride, driving under the night sky, losing in their own worlds, just the two of them, in one place, escaping the world.After almost an hour of driving, Kiara noticed
Chapter 37 – Under The Glimmering SkyThird Person POVTheir hands fiddled at each other while Phoenix’s other arm remained snaked around her waist, keeping her close to him. They watched the city lights and the stars above them, waiting for the meteor shower to arrive.“Was it your dream to be a businessman?” Kiara asked out of nowhere, looking at the stars and honestly wondering if they do really grant some wishes when they fall.“No. I never had a dream, Kiara.” Phoenix replied and stopped himself of uttering more the words ~’not until when I met you’ such thought he kept it inside his head.“Why?” she wondered, asking why he never had one.“When I was born, my life was already laid out, planned, all I needed then was to live and walk the path they created. I was not allowed to dream, for I had to follow the system. It was
Chapter 38 – The PresentationThird Person POVKiara woke up and found herself cuddled on Phoenix’ chest while his arm was wrapped around her waist, keeping her close to him.The morning sun was shining on the sky, striking the place with complete brightness but it did not woke up Phoenix as he was still in a deep slumber. The wind was gushing cold and it was just right to balance the heat coming out from the sun.She moved and tried to lift up his arm removing from her but he just tightened it and buried his face more on her hair.“Phoenix, the sun’s up.”“I know.” He mumbled.“Let’s get up, shall we?”Phoenix then withdrew his hand and let Kiara sat up. She blinked repeatedly when her eyes landed on the sky. The light did not bother them on their sleep for they were able to drive the truck under a large tree that covers them
Chapter 39 – The ContractThird Person POVA couple of hours passed after all the architects finished the presentation. The board of directors and engineers had a final analysis on the designs and judged the presentation, and since the designs have been reviewed and sent to them earlier before the presentation, they have already noticed and took note of some points to consider.When the decision had been on the hand of an employee that was assisting the board of judges on the event, the architects were all called to the room wherein in front on the stage was the large screen monitor and a hologram projector. They were asked to seat on the assigned area for them at the side lined with chairs and a table in front of them. The directors and engineers seated on their places, looked at them and they were surprised to see a new, fresh, and young face. They whispered at each other as to who she is and Kiara felt a little
Chapter 40 – She’s Yours… For Now.Third Person POVKiara walked out of the company’s door after acknowledging a lot of congratulations from the directors and engineers, and fellow architects. She was asked to go to back to the company in the next days to have some more discussion about the project, but right now, she felt so ecstatic that she immediately walked out of the doors and moved stood to the roadside and did not mind the passersby as she danced herself, spinning and jumping a little chanting a “yes, I got it!” and throwing her fist into the air in triumph.“Oh my gosh! I got it, I got it! I got the project!” she squealed and covered her mouth when not to get too loud. However, she did not mind for she thought that no one knows her in the area anyway so it is alright, and that she is too happy to care at the moment. She just wants to celebrate right now.B
Chapter 41 – His Family’s Capability To DestroyThird Person POV“What are yo—“ Phoenix was cut off as James spoke.“I know you. And I know how you can mess things up.” James shrugged, and he turned around and entered the establishment as the other engineers waved at him to their table.“What does he mean?” Kiara curiously asked.“Nothing. Don’t mind him.” Phoenix replied yet he knows that there is some truth in his cousin’s statement.If he is not careful, what he and Kiara has could crumble into ashes.They followed James inside and the Engr. Paula and Gregory stood up to greet Phoenix.“It’s nice you could join us tonight, sir.” Paula said and she and Gregory noticed his hand on Kiara’s back, yet they did not judge her or anything, they just smiled at Kiara. They do not see her as s
Chapter 42 – A Foreseen DestructionThird Person POVWhen Kiara had already signed both the contract for the project and as an employed Architect of the Ramirez Hotels, she then resigned in the Desire Night Club. It was such a relief to her that finally she was now free, free from that place and job, though yes, it had helped her in her finances and bills, she is thankful for it, however, she had never loved the job she had, but he had no choice.She wore her corporate attire and stilettos since she won’t be going in the field to check the location and she will be staying in the company for now to have more discussion and modification if there are needed. And besides, the location is in Singapore so for now she won’t be going there, only when the building starts.She bade goodbye to her mother before she walked out of their apartment and walked to the roadside, waving to a taxi. It probably won&
Chapter 46 - He Is Not Like Father!Morning came and Kiara had an earful lecture from her mother while they have their coffee to cure her aching head though she did not drink too much last night yet her head was aching and she was thankful that Phoenix gave her an off today and actually she does not remember James telling it to her, glad he told her mom. Kiara might be pulling a bit string on Phoenix for this day off from her and it is still her second day at work, she is kind of glad that she is not entering work today and might bump into Stacey again.“I understand everything now, mom.” Kiara said, hearing her mother repeatedly reminds her of getting hurt because of those wealthy people.“You do not usually drink, Kiara, and you only do it when there is something heavy both
Chapter 45 – We’re All Messed Up“Friends with benefits, they do.” James replied and Kiara’s face dropped.“I don’t give him benefits like that.” She replied, knowing exactly what James was talking about.“Did you ask him?” he asked.Kiara frowned in puzzlement. “Ask? Ask him what?”“What you two really are.”And that was when it dawned to her. There was never a clear verbal affirmation from Phoenix. He never told her that he loves her.“Do… do you think should I ask him that?” she wondered, and her head was not taking the alcohol lightly anymore, however, she can still think properly to process everything that James was telling her.“I do not know… I mean, so that you would know what to do. You cannot love him still and be a martyr if he does not feel the same way right?”“And
Chapter 44 – Friends Don’t KissThe day ended with Kiara ignoring Phoenix’s calls and messages, asking where she is. She walked on the streets of Garse, getting lost in her thoughts and in the crowd of people passing by, letting her feet take her wherever it goes, and wondering how her life turned to be this complicated just because of love. If only… If only she had not fallen for him in the first place, then everything should have been better and less complicated. It would have been just her, an architect, working in a company, having daily work routines, and not getting too much to think about her boss whom eventually she fell in love with. Tough luck!Everything should have stayed in their places. No crossing of boundaries. No going beyond the limits.But then, it already happened, and it is not like they can still turn back the time and fix it all up in the beginning just to avoid the complications off today.
Chapter 43 – A Game He Can PlayThird Person POVWhile Kiara and Phoenix were tidying the table and putting aside the plates they used for lunch, they both looked at the door when it bursts open, and there stood the surprised yet pissed off Stacey Morgan.“Who are you?!” she asked, closing the door behind her.Phoenix glanced at Kiara and she avoided his gaze, finishing in cleaning the table. He stood up then and faced Stacey.“This... is Kiar—“ Phoenix was cut off when Stacey recognized her familiarity.“Wait, I know you. I’ve seen you before. You’re a friend of one of Phoenix’s maid, isn’t it? What are you doing here? And Phoenix did you just eat lunch with her?”“Shut it Stacey. This is Architect Kiara Stones.” Phoenix retorted with a reprimanding tone.The he added with a clear annoyance in his voic
Chapter 42 – A Foreseen DestructionThird Person POVWhen Kiara had already signed both the contract for the project and as an employed Architect of the Ramirez Hotels, she then resigned in the Desire Night Club. It was such a relief to her that finally she was now free, free from that place and job, though yes, it had helped her in her finances and bills, she is thankful for it, however, she had never loved the job she had, but he had no choice.She wore her corporate attire and stilettos since she won’t be going in the field to check the location and she will be staying in the company for now to have more discussion and modification if there are needed. And besides, the location is in Singapore so for now she won’t be going there, only when the building starts.She bade goodbye to her mother before she walked out of their apartment and walked to the roadside, waving to a taxi. It probably won&
Chapter 41 – His Family’s Capability To DestroyThird Person POV“What are yo—“ Phoenix was cut off as James spoke.“I know you. And I know how you can mess things up.” James shrugged, and he turned around and entered the establishment as the other engineers waved at him to their table.“What does he mean?” Kiara curiously asked.“Nothing. Don’t mind him.” Phoenix replied yet he knows that there is some truth in his cousin’s statement.If he is not careful, what he and Kiara has could crumble into ashes.They followed James inside and the Engr. Paula and Gregory stood up to greet Phoenix.“It’s nice you could join us tonight, sir.” Paula said and she and Gregory noticed his hand on Kiara’s back, yet they did not judge her or anything, they just smiled at Kiara. They do not see her as s
Chapter 40 – She’s Yours… For Now.Third Person POVKiara walked out of the company’s door after acknowledging a lot of congratulations from the directors and engineers, and fellow architects. She was asked to go to back to the company in the next days to have some more discussion about the project, but right now, she felt so ecstatic that she immediately walked out of the doors and moved stood to the roadside and did not mind the passersby as she danced herself, spinning and jumping a little chanting a “yes, I got it!” and throwing her fist into the air in triumph.“Oh my gosh! I got it, I got it! I got the project!” she squealed and covered her mouth when not to get too loud. However, she did not mind for she thought that no one knows her in the area anyway so it is alright, and that she is too happy to care at the moment. She just wants to celebrate right now.B
Chapter 39 – The ContractThird Person POVA couple of hours passed after all the architects finished the presentation. The board of directors and engineers had a final analysis on the designs and judged the presentation, and since the designs have been reviewed and sent to them earlier before the presentation, they have already noticed and took note of some points to consider.When the decision had been on the hand of an employee that was assisting the board of judges on the event, the architects were all called to the room wherein in front on the stage was the large screen monitor and a hologram projector. They were asked to seat on the assigned area for them at the side lined with chairs and a table in front of them. The directors and engineers seated on their places, looked at them and they were surprised to see a new, fresh, and young face. They whispered at each other as to who she is and Kiara felt a little
Chapter 38 – The PresentationThird Person POVKiara woke up and found herself cuddled on Phoenix’ chest while his arm was wrapped around her waist, keeping her close to him.The morning sun was shining on the sky, striking the place with complete brightness but it did not woke up Phoenix as he was still in a deep slumber. The wind was gushing cold and it was just right to balance the heat coming out from the sun.She moved and tried to lift up his arm removing from her but he just tightened it and buried his face more on her hair.“Phoenix, the sun’s up.”“I know.” He mumbled.“Let’s get up, shall we?”Phoenix then withdrew his hand and let Kiara sat up. She blinked repeatedly when her eyes landed on the sky. The light did not bother them on their sleep for they were able to drive the truck under a large tree that covers them