Alexandra's POV
BREAKING: CEO CAUGHT IN SHOCKING SCANDAL! “CEO Julian Scott Embroiled in a Torrid Affair with a Mysterious Woman! Caught Red-Handed at 6 AM Breakfast Tryst!” “Who is this mysterious woman? Is she a secret agent? A supermodel? A billionaire in disguise?” “To me, she is definitely not the CEO material... unless the company is going for a 'barfly' vibe,” “Love is love, who are we to judge? The CEO needs to be happy too. PS; don't @ me!” “That dress is so last season… or last decade! And those shoes? More like 'clown shoes' than stylish footwear,” “Is the company's board of directors involved in a cover-up? It's been more than an hour now, are they trying to sweep this under the rug?” I gave Sarah back her phone, my heart was heaved with sobs as I read the comments concerning how I was dressed. I can't believe I was ridiculed, I looked down at my shoes before wiping my tears. Something needs to be done! I proclaimed in my head, briskly picking up my phone and called his line. “Has the CEO arrived this morning?” I asked them, my lips were trembling together with my hands. He didn't pick up so I dialed it again. “Pick up! Pick up!” I yelled desperately and they all continued to look at me weirdly. “Who are you calling?” “Who else? I can't believe something like this would happen! First was the shocking promotion and now this!” I scoffed loudly. “You met him this morning, didn't you?” Miss. Wang suddenly asked and I was tongue-tied. Before I could respond to her, we heard noise outside of the company building and we all rushed towards the door. Before getting closer, the CEO entered with his P.A. Those people making noises outside must be the reporters. I hastily ran to him with my teary-eye. “What are we going to do?” I asked him amidst my tears. I was scared to bone because this could be a threat to my job. “Follow me,” he ordered, walking ahead of me. I stayed rooted in my spot, looking around. Every staff member was present. How will I go to his office with these eyes looking at me? “Miss. Acosta,” the CEO called me. I shook my head, refusing to follow him to his office. I knew this was stupid but I can't help it. Suddenly, he took a long stride towards me and gripped my wrist, pulling me with him to his office. “Wow!” Murmurs and whispers were heard from the staff. I shut my eyes and continued following him. On arriving at the elevator, his P.A excused himself. We got to his office in no time and I was the first to speak up. “What can we do? I don't wanna lose my job,” I pleaded with my river flowing tears. Society frowns at office romance relationships. Only if I didn't try talking to him last night concerning his performance, all these wouldn't have happened. I chided myself inwardly, shut my eyes and allowed my tears to stream down my cheeks. I heard him sighing before I opened my eyes, he passed me a tissue paper and I collected it to wipe my tears. “Let me explain some things to you. Promoting you was because I wanted you to get off work as early as 3 PM. Reason being that, I'm protecting you from a particular organization that is coming for you because you saw my face last night,” my stomach twisted when I heard him. “W-What are you talking about, S-Sir?” I asked him fearfully. He continued with explaining about the organization to me and how they want me to join them. I can't believe Sophia could invite people like this to her birthday party. “All I want is for you to cooperate. I know that you must still be in shock by this. Well, I was when I joined the organization. I hated being a stripper before it turned into a pleasure,” he explained with a displeased smile. His expression suddenly changed into a serious one. “I think I have an idea,” he said and my face lit up instantly. “Spill, please,” “How about we have a contract agreement?” He suggested and I urged him with my gaze to continue. “I wanna leave the organization but that won't be an easy task. You will pretend to be in a relationship with me, and obviously, they won't come for you. It's not a strange thing to see your boyfriend's face, in return you will help me to keep my sanity at bay. Pending the time I quit from the organization,” he asserted. “What about the company? I mean, the staff…. everyone. What would they say about us?” “They are your juniors now. And I'm sure the seniors are more serious minded to be gossiping about my affairs with an employee,” he added and I heaved a deep sigh. “So… the conclusion is, I'm gonna be your therapist. To the world, I'm your girlfriend, right?” I asked and he nodded. It kinda felt good to call someone as influential as him my boyfriend. “And that way, I will make the organization stop coming for you. Also, helping me to be freed from the shackles of being a stripper,” he declared and I nodded in agreement. “Okay,” I pressed my lips together before stealing a glance from him. He was searching through the files on his table. He looked so hot and manly that I found myself drooling at him. He met my gaze and I instantly looked away. “Can I go back to my desk now?” I asked. “You can take the day off. You must be stressed after seeing the news,” he expressed, my heart blossoming in my chest at his words. “All right. Have a nice day,” I stood up, bowing slightly at him and about to leave the room. “Miss. Acosta….” I interrupted him. “Alexandra would be fine, sir,” I smiled at him. He nodded with a stoic expression before stretching his hands… no, he was holding a small paper to me. It's a card. “That's my house address. Inform me about when the therapy session will begin,” he said and I nodded, collecting the card from him. I need to start reading a lot of books now.Alexandra's POV “Gosh,” I muttered with a scrunched face, skimming through the tons of textbooks on my bed. It was the weekend and Mr. Scott would be here any moment from now. According to him, he wants me to counsel him, a way of keeping his sanity at bay. I totally understand how he must be feeling, having to be forced to do what you don't like doing but have no choice than to comply. “Start by listening actively, empathize and validate their feelings. Help them…. Geez, I know all these already,” I face-palmed, tired of reading the same thing over and over again. I flipped through the textbooks I have on my bed. I haven't been able to get a hold of something I could use to counsel him yet. While at it, a knock on the door disrupted the moment. “Come in,” I said tiredly. My mum walked in, looking down at the textbooks on the bed with a confused expression. I have been trying to avoid the conversation with her about how I got entangled with my boss online. She respected m
Julian’s POV “Scratch that. Tell me about Alexandra,” I asked, watching her reaction. Blush crept on her cheeks as she hid the sheepish smile that formed on her lips. “Why would you use that tone?” She asked, playing with her fingers. Her lips were pressed together into a thin line. I raised a brow, “What tone?” She raised her head slowly before she slapped the air teasingly. “We are the only ones here. There won't be a need to flirt with me, making the walls believe we are in a relationship,” my eyes shone astonishment when I heard her. Where is that coming from? She shyly met my gaze and I couldn't stop the smile that curled on my lips. I leaned into the chair, my response might make her feel embarrassed so I swallowed it. “I would like a glass of whiskey,” I said instead with a smile and she furrowed her brows. “Whiskey?” She asked in a slightly raised voice, “Well, we actually don't have it but aren't you driving? Why would you take alcohol?” She scolded softly. “A glas
Sophia’s POVTiger glared at me for a while before he stepped out of the Villa. I stood stationary beside Dagnus, who kept smoking heavily.I remembered the first time I just joined the organization, I wasn't used to their lifestyle. After several passing out sessions, being molested and mistreated before I stood for myself, I was finally able to adapt. My phone vibrated in my pocket and I brought it out, only to see my worst nightmare number.“Taking my revenge,” I read in my mind, what I used to save Alexandra's contact. Back when we were still in uni, we were both best of friends and everyone on campus envied our relationship.We began having a series of arguments when Carlos befriended us. I loved Carlos with all of my heart and Alex knew about this, she was always trying to be the docile and funny person which got Carlos attracted to her.This led to an argument, when I told her that I would make sure Carlos would be mine, and we didn't speak to each other for days. Carlos wasn'
Alexandra's POVThe Next Day.I walked into my office, my eyes scanned the whole place in awe. I can't believe I have been really promoted as the chief strategy officer.The office was really spacious and I sat on my swivel chair, twirling around while giggling.“Aside from being rude, he knows my taste,” I affirmed, hitting the chair’s arm. Standing up, I went to drop my bag in the mini sitting area.I love how everywhere was painted in white, coupled with transparent doors. I went back to my desk, about to get to work when I heard footsteps approaching.Instantly, I got tense before the door suddenly opened and Sarah badged in. I defensively stood up, looking at her with expanded eyes.“You should have knocked, Sarah,” I scolded gently as she slammed the files on my desk.She scoffed, “The Favoritism recipient is now acting like a senior. Really?” She mocked, glaring at me and I was tongue-tied.“I expected you to do more than this, Alexandra. How can you stoop so low to even date t
Alexandra's POV At The Hospital. “The wound has been taken care of before your arrival. Just add this ointment to it, that would lessen the swelling,” the doctor explained and Mr. Scott collected the ointment from him. I bowed at the doctor, saying thank you before he walked out of the room. I sat horizontally on the hospital bed, my back was resting on the wall. “See, I told you that it was fine,” I said to Mr. Scott, bringing my ankle closer to take a look at it. “Maybe. But I have to be sure,” he said in a matter of fact tone. He shifted his chair closer to me, giving my ankle a gentle massage. I was getting swooned by his kind gesture. My eyes fell on his hands, he was diligently doing it and a sheepish smile formed on my lips. He added the ointment to it before he glanced at me. I instantly looked away, he just caught me staring at him. I cleared my throat to get his attention. “Mr. Scott is this….” “Julian,” he interrupted me. My mouth went agape and a blush c
Alexandra's POV “Ta-da! Finally caught you with….” The young lady's voice trailed off when our gazes met and her eyes widened. “You!” She pointed at me, looking flabbergasted and I pointed at myself. Completely lost before she rushed to me, squeezing me in a tight hug. “Finally! I get to meet you, hi!” She squealed excitedly and I looked at Julian, he only smiled before I turned to the lady before me. “Uhm… hi,” I greeted. “Hey, don't act all stiff and decent. I will be your sister-in-law soon so you should be free with me, alright?” She continued to squeal and I finally realized who she was. “You're Mr. Sc… uhm, J-Julian’s younger sister?” I stuttered. She nodded eagerly, giggling all the way before she hugged me again. “I'm so glad to meet you in person, girlfriend!” She hugged me tightly and my lips twisted, not expecting her to be this excited to see me. “Jasmine, be careful. She just hurt her ankle,” Julian cautioned, making us turn to him. Her expression changed i
Alexandra's POV “I feel tickled,” I said sweetly, gazing at Julian with so much affection. He snickered, tucking the strands of my hair behind my ear and I bit my nails shyly. “My heart keeps beating faster whenever I see you,” he purred and blush crept on my cheeks, making me look at him with widened eyes. “Really?” I asked with a wistful expression and he nodded. “Oh my, why didn't you tell me all these while?” I whined, stamping my foot and pushed myself closer to him. “I was scared of what you might say to me,” he responded with the same expression as me. “You could have told me,” I faked a cry and he wiped my imaginary tears. “Stop crying, darlington. You're making me go weak,” “Darlington? I love it so much, call me that one more time,” “How about I show you how it feels to be a darlington?” He asked and I raised a brow. He smirked, leaning closer and I got the message. I pouted immediately for the kiss with my eyes closed. His lips didn't reach mine for the
Alexandra's POV “Sister-in-law!” I was interrupted by this voice. My eyes searched around for the owner. Surprise flashed in my eyes when I sighted Jasmine, her hair was packed in a ponytail. Dangling behind her as she ran to me. “Geez, that's Julian's sister,” I said to Sophia in a rush, standing up and went to hug the running Jasmine. “I never thought that I would run into you here. Hi,” she was still the same, gushing brightly. Her eyes fell on Sophia and she bowed slightly. “Hello there,” she greeted politely. I invited her to our seat, smiling brightly at her. “Sophia, she said hi,” I reminded her. She hummed, nodding before standing up and walked out on us. “Huh? Oops,” Jasmine muttered, her face was flushed from embarrassment. My gaze was on Sophia's retreating back, wondering what made her act that way. “Sophia!” I called but got no response. “Did she leave because of me?” Jasmine asked with an apologetic expression. I flashed her a smile and chuckled. “Nah, n
Alexandra's POVWith a radiating smile as ever, I walked down the aisle with Julian's Dad beside me. My eyes were fixed on Julian all these while, and the guests’ eyes were on me.He looks so handsome in his white tailored-suit. His hair was slightly cut with a smooth side part, standing with his hands locked together in his front.“Careful dear,” I heard his Dad saying to me, I flashed him a smile, nodding as we continued to approach the altar.Majority of the guests were unfamiliar to me, but related to Julian's family. My only family was my mum, my eyes searched for her through the crowd and I found her.She was by my left, having teary eyes. Before I could get more overwhelmed than I already was, we arrived at the altar.With a curt nod, Julian's father gave my hands to him and I looked at him. His Dad patted him before walking away.“You look stunning,” Julain complimented and I blushed without responding. The priest began the opening prayer and everywhere was silent.Fast forwar
Alexandra's POV“No. I just want a simple flowy gown. You can come up with the design but I don't want it to be too flashy as this one,” I instructed the wedding designer, declining her suggestion to the gown she wants to make for me.“Okay, ma'am. Got it,’ she flashed me a smile, packing her belongings before leaving the house. I stood up and stretched my body, heading to where Julian was.He was with the event planner and I can't help but feel giddy with the way everything was going.“Hey, baby,” I greeted as I walked closer to him. He pecked my cheeks, pointing at the settings of the hall he was going for.“Do you like them?” He asked with a beautiful smile.The settings were simple, and elegant.Nodding, “I love it. We will go for this, sir,” I said to the man.“All right then. I will be on my way,” “Drive safely,” “Thanks, ma'am,” we both bowed curtly at each other before he walked out. Immediately the door was closed. I squealed excitedly;“Yay!” I hugged Julian tightly. He on
Alexandra's POV“Baby, wake up,” a voice said softly. I hummed in response with my eyes closed, snuggling closer to the owner of the voice.“Wake up, sleeping beauty,” Julian used my hair to make feathery touches on my face. I rubbed my face roughly before fluttering my eyes opened.He was smiling at me sweetly before he kissed my forehead. Wishing me a good morning and I yawned soundly.I was stunned when he covered his nose, shifting away from me.“Really?” I scoffed, displaying a playful angry expression.“Your morning breath,”“I know right. But you shouldn't have made your displeasure known in that manner,” I said with a slight frown kiddingly.“It smells divine. But I just wanted to be sure that's why I covered my nose,” he made a lame excuse and that got me snickering. I stretched my body and the duvet fell off.I was totally naked! His eyes lingered on my chest before he made a funny face.“Meow,” I slapped his shoulder when he made that teasing sound. We both chuckled as I co
Alexandra's POV“Hmm,” I moaned as Julian's and I's tongue got entangled. His hands roamed my bare thighs and I shivered because of his cold palms.We were both aroused at this point and I was just in my underwear already. His eyes ogled my body with lust flashing through his eyes, I pulled him closer and kissed him more.The kiss was intense and sloppy, he gave my butt a gentle squeeze. And I moaned louder.“I think we need to stop,” he said huskily, kissing me back. I tried to collide our bodies together, my arms around his neck.I hummed in response without letting go of him. He tried to push me slightly but I didn't bulge. We were both horny and I see no reason why we have to stop now. The room was dark, dimly lit with blue light.“Baby listen,” he succeeded in stopping me, holding my hands. I pouted and he chuckled, pecking my lips.“I want you. More than you want me but we need to stop,” he cautioned. I wriggled my hands from hands hold, held his jaw and kissed him hungrily.He
Alexandra's POV“Are you sure?”“Yes, get on with it already! I see nothing,” I said in a slightly raised voice at my mum. I was all dressed up in a fancy silver dress, my hair was swept to the side with a jewel comb.And the diamond necklace on my neck sparkles under the bright chandelier light in the room, together with my earrings.My make-up was minimal which I was grateful for but I still see no reason for this. Julian called, and I was asked to dress up to attend a party.Now that we have arrived, my eyes were covered with a blindfold with my mum leading me inside the hall. My three-inch heels soft click sound on the floor was heard as we entered the grand hall.For some reason, I was jealous of the owner of the occasion. Perhaps Julian doesn't want me to know my way in or something. Whichever reason it might be, I still couldn't find one to support his decision.“Aren't we there yet?”“Soon, baby. Be patient,” my mum responded and I responded with a sigh.“Is Jasmine with Julix
Alexandra's POV“DLS corporation proposed a deal. And I smell something tricky in there,” Marcus pointed out as Julian glanced through the contents.His expression deepened before he passed the folder back to Marcus.“Baby, what's happening?” I asked him with concern written all over my face. He shook his head and kissed my forehead.“It's nothing to be worried about. I got this,” he kissed my forehead again before rubbing Julixa's head and turned to Marcus.“My car or yours?”“Are you leaving?” I asked in a slightly raised voice.“Mine,” Marcus responded.“I'll be back soon,” Julian said to me before walking out, leaving me to guess what could be happening.I dropped Julixa on the floor and bit my fingernails nervously.“Is Julian out? I heard a car driving out,” I turned around when I heard a voice. It was Jasmine, she was coming down from the stairs.I nodded before sitting on the couch. She came to me and crouched.“What happened? Did Julian fight with you?” She asked me in a more
Alexandra's POV “No, they don't,” Julian responded with a sullen expression, referring to his parents and my eyes widened in surprise. Even though I expected this response from him. I don't know why I'm still surprised. “It makes sense to me now. I tend to wonder why you chose to be a member of a so-called organization when you have influential parents that can get you to the top,” I said out my mind. “I was young and stubborn, determined and brave. I wanted to do this on my own, and I don't regret it at all….” He paused, turning to face me. My back rested on the bed bunk while he was seated on the edge of the bed. “Not until recently and the stripper thing came up,” he continued, explaining to me how he got to be a member without his parents knowing. I asked him. I heaved a deep sigh and stood up, going to sit beside him. His expression was seldom and I rubbed his cheeks with my palms. “Is there a way for you to back out?” “Yeah,” he responded and I raised a brow. “Really? W
Alexandra's POVA Few Days Later.“Wait,” I stopped Julian, who turned to me with a questioning gaze.“I-I’m nervous. It's not-” “Babe,” he cut me off, holding my shoulder.“She should be the one nervous, not the other way around. One way or the other, this has to be solved. Plus, I will be there with you so you don't have to worry. Okay?” He flashed me a reassuring smile and I nodded with anxiety written all over my face.We were currently in front of his parents’ room. After breakfast this morning, I decided for us to settle whatever that was between us. And Julian was here to accompany me.Taking a sharp breath, I knocked on the door and we were permitted to go in. My heart was hammering in my chest as we entered.His mum was playing chess game alone, I glanced around the room for his dad but he wasn't found.“Wow, sweetie. You came to visit me in my room,” she jolted up from the couch, walking closer to hug me.I hugged her back, my gaze on Julian who smiled.“I just wanted to se
Julian's POV“Come in,” I permitted the person knocking on my office door to enter without gazing up to see the person. I have a lot of work to do, proposals that need my signature and many more.Since Alex's arrival, I hadn't had enough time to come to the company and get busy with work. I wasn't in the right state of mind to add work to my problems.Hearing no voice, I raised my head and found Marcus at the door. The pen I was holding fell from my grip and I leaned into my chair.A small smile formed on my lips before I stood up abruptly.“What's good, man?” We gripped each other into a manly embrace. How can I forget his kind gesture, watching over my company when I was away.“I’m good, I'm good. I expected you to have lost some weight,” he joked and I chuckled slightly, disengaging from the hug.I went back to sit on my swivel chair and he settled across from me.“How is she doing now?” He asked me and I sighed heavily. I recalled our little moment yesterday morning before she sen