"She had resigned three days ago, Mr. Wright" Ben reported after he was ordered to ask for Zia in her office.
Raising his gaze to Ben, he halts signing the documents on his table." No one knows where she was right now, even her close friend, Miss Trina" Ben added after he remains quiet."Excuse Mr. Wright, this came in just now" before he could reply to Ben, his secretary interrupted. After handing him the envelope, she stood at the side."What is this? Discount coupons?" he irritatedly exclaims while tossing the envelope towards the woman. The cards scattered and something caught his attention.Quickly, he grabs one of the cards and inspects it. The name written in it is very familiar to him. Flipping the card, he carefully reads before grabbing his phone.He dials the number indicated on the card and he didn't wait long before it was answered."Sam's Boutique and Rentals, this is May, how may I help you?" "I received a discLex stood up from her knees after scrubbing the floor when she staggered. She feels dizzy."You forgot to eat again, Lexie" she mumbles frustratedly, leaning on the wall to steady herself.She has been home for a week and she has started cleaning her house after it was released from the mortgage."Lexie? Lexie?""Here in the bedroom, Dom" she responded while cupping her head, massaging her temple."I told you to wait for me. We will clean together" Dom stepped inside, ranting, unaware of Lexie's predicament."Dom... " she calls for him but her voice was weak.He just turn towards her in time she wobbled and almost fell on the floor."Lexie!" he was startled but caught her on time."Have you overworked yourself again?" he mutters frustratedly, bringing her on the couch. Patting her face, she started to come around. "This has been twice already, Lexie. Are you not well?" he raves worriedly. "I've been light-headed lately, maybe from the long travel" she weakly mumbles, cupping her temp
"What will I do, Dom? I have nothing left. The mortgage of the property is taking so long" she whispers frustratedly."There will be another way, Lex" the man responded, rubbing her back."All my savings were gone. Where will I get the remaining amount? It's been two months and we should have been back for the assessment" she softly retorted.During the first attack Lucy had, a relapse was discovered. An occurrence of after a few months of improvement, his heart condition undergo regression. And they were back to the start."Why not give the invitation a try? It could work, Lex" Don moves away to look at her tearful eyes."Dom, it's embarrassing" she glares at the man."No, it's not, Lexie. It's an art. I have submitted it to my agent and she was ecstatic to have it. She said it has great potential. Please...give it a try" Dom persisted."Imagine the money we could get from it. Minerva said I will get the 70% share from the income" he c
With Dom as her handsome escort, they entered the venue packed with guests and artists.Wearing a black backless gown, with a long slit that starts from the middle of her slender and flawless thigh, men's intense gazes followed her. If she was gorgeous four years ago, she is more stunning and voluptuous now. She aged perfectly despite living in a simple village where farming is the basic livelihood of the people. Walking around the display of all the masterpieces of different talented artists, her eyes searched for a particular creation. The painting of herself. She was curious about people's reaction or maybe their perceptions of Bared Soul. For several years, it was just displayed inside her room, with only she could see it. Tonight it was displayed for an audience to feast. The painting does not reveal anything of her sensitive parts. Her pose strategically covered them as part of the concept. But instead of giving her privacy, it created chaos in the imagination of those who wo
Unable to tear her gaze away from the man across, she stiffened at the uproar his presence caused her. She wanted to look away, she wanted to run but she was nailed on her seat while burning under his intense gaze."You alright, Lex?" noticing his anxiousness, Dom worriedly asks. He even turn to face her, but he got no response. She remains quiet while staring afar.Following her gaze, he tried to find what made her look ashen. He scan the entire hall for something peculiar until a certain man caught his attention. The same man Lexie was staring at. Watching as they continue to lock their gazes, his eyes narrow upon realizing something."Lexie is he..." he asks without turning to her but paused midsentence."Dom...later..." she whispers her plea as she struggled to look away. But not before she saw the sharp scowl from the woman beside him, Ellen Johnson, his wife.Needing to maintain her composure, she calmly turns to the stage. Although her mind is s
Startled by the spectacle, everyone was dumbfounded while staring at the serious-looking CEO. Even Gabriel Simon looks surprised by the last-minute bid."Ahm...wow. That caught us quite in surprise. Ten million dollars from CEO Lucien Wright" Samuel awkwardly announced.Dom contained his grimace at the digging nails on his skin as Lexie was unaware of her tight hold. She looks like ready to faint and to ease her anxiousness, he pried her hand from his arm and intertwined their fingers."Hey..." he leans closer to her ears."You will be fine...inhale...exhale, Lex" he whispers, which Lexie follows. It may be normal bidding to everyone but for Lexie, it means everything. What does the CEO plan to do with such an abrupt decision?At the CEO's table, all eyes turn to Lucien. His parents were looking at him with unremarkable expressions while Ellen was glaring at him, which he openly ignored. His eyes were fixed afar."What's this drama, brother?
Coming back at the event with Dom, she discreetly looks around. Seeing him casually conversing with other guests relieved her. She will no longer endure his intimidating gaze. She can't understand why, but his gaze looks confronting, making her feel she did something wrong. And the worst part was, she was guilty of something she doesn't know what.Seeing him from afar with Ellen Johnson beside him makes her heart hurt, which is a surprise. It's been four years and she should have moved on.He looks very imposing. The power he holds is immeasurable not only to the business world and society as a whole but also to her weary heart."He was never yours, Lexie" the voice in her head reminded her again. Yes, indeed he was never hers.Plastering a smile on her face she notices Gabriel Simon staring at her. A smile immediately grazes his face as their gazes meet. The man knows how to charm a person."You want to drink, tonight?" Dom interrupted her tho
Despite being unable to get a good night's sleep last night, she wakes up early to make a phone call. She was relieved everything was fine at Dom's household.Last night was a test of her sanity. But before Lucien Wright could have the chance to approach her again after sending the irritated Miss Johnson outside, she had dragged Dom to leave the party. She doesn't know what happened between the two but they saw Ellen Johnson with her dark expression while the CEO looks calm and unconcerned.Thankfully, they have left in time the CEO went back to the party. Like sneaky criminals, they went out unnoticed.Knowing she won't be able to go back to sleep again, she took an early shower and planned her attire for later's lunch with the Wright family. Remembering the ordeal she will be facing later made her jittery. If she will have the chance, she won't attend but she had already committed to the Wright couple."Calm yourself, Alexzia. As if he will attend f
After the tensed breakfast, Lucien left with a grim disposition, which doesn't bother her at all. She was even hoping, he won't show up later at lunch.It's still early in the morning but she had already enough of him. Meeting him at lunch later would be too much in addition to his sister and worst, Ellen Johnson.Why did she put herself in this predicament again, she could simply say no. Dom had given her the chance to decide last night but she was so dumb by choosing to stay.Donned on a white sleeveless jumpsuit and a white strappy three-inch high heel, she went out of the door where Dom was already waiting."Gorgeous as always" he exclaims, clapping his hands together in delight. Scrutinizing her look, he made her turn on her heels while holding her one hand up. She just tie her long brown hair in a ponytail."Are you trying to impress someone?" he playfully whispers, arching his brow." Shut up, Dom. This was your gift to me last Christ