Alexandra
I take my bag and gaze at myself in the mirror one last time. I may not look good, but I am also not bad.
All I ever wear are my mother's clothing. That is how life is for me. I've been fighting to keep up with the wonderful things in life since my father's death.
My father's death was a great blow to us. We weren't rich, but we never went hungry when dad was alive. I used to think I wanted to be a beautician. I've always wanted to become one. My father at the time gave me all I desired. I was an only child, so I always got what I wanted.
Who knows how he died? They only brought him for one day and informed us that he collapsed while working and died immediately. After grieving for days, we went to them to get my father's income, but they told us he had a lot of bills to settle. And they'd spent his money on it.
Mom didn't really work during those days. He was a modest trader, but she now needs to increase her efforts. Life is difficult for me. Earning money is not easy. I need to work the night shift to finance a three-square supper.
Now I'm going to the pub for the night shift. I'm exhausted, yet I can't rest yet. I'm utilizing my money for school. I need to go to school and set up an office for myself. So I can now officially be a beautician.
Mom is not at home. She will return later in the night. But I need to leave now.
I pick up my phone from the table and leave the house. Is there hope for my future? Will it ever be normal for me?
Well, I do not think so. I don't believe life can get much better.
I signal for a taxi to stop. The taxi comes to a stop near me; "number 24, Magic Street," I inform the Chauffeur.
"Get in," he responds.
I get in, and he drives right to the bar. I pay him and head quickly to the bar.
I notice Alexander and wave to him. He serves as the famed bar's DJ. I like him since his name is similar to mine.
People here also refer to us as twins. And, well, he's the only person I'm close to.
I enter the restroom and put on a red gown that I bought a month ago. Mrs. Sophia Lee strictly prohibits baggy clothing. I needed to acquire two gorgeous dresses for my job.
It looks fantastic on me and brings out my figure, but I can't afford it.
I walk out and resume my position.
Ryder and Petal entered almost instantly.
Oh my, the females in the bar whoop with joy. I can't help but stare at the boys while they jubilate.
These are the billionaires of Alessio. These two are pals and the sons of a billionaire. They are pals and sons of a billionaire. They are not only wealthy, but also handsome. They dubbed themselves "Alessio billionaires." According to what I've heard, they were originally three. I've heard that the third is now out of the country. The third guy's name is Ethan.
One of the reasons I enjoy coming here is that I always have something to feast my eyes on. I do not even have a television at home.
Just then, three women draw closer. These women are also Alessio's favorites. They are the sexiest, most attractive, and best of the Alessio ladies. They call themselves Alessio Beauty, and their names are Ariel, Ava, and Charlotte.
And damn, I can't lie. These females make me question how my life came to be like this. Perhaps if my father hadn't died, I would be on my way to looking that gorgeous. Or perhaps not. I am not destined for something like this.
My life is extremely twisted.
Emily has gone to take Alessio's billionaire order. I trust Emily to do it. She has a major crush on Petal. So she's always threatening me not to get too close to their table whenever they're in. I am not even permitted to look at them.
I move to the next table and clear it. I moved to Liam.
There is presently nothing to do. So I stand and watch what Emily's doing.
She comes closer to Petal, who was occupied conversing with Charlotte. His hands worked behind her, delicately stroking her ass.
Maybe Emily enjoys it, but it irritates me. How can he be squeezing someone's buttocks? I regard it all as foolishness.
"Is Emily truly not still thinking about her feelings for Petal? "Petal is a bastard," Liam says, sitting alongside me and shaking his head. He appears to be watching the same scenery as I am.
So let's get this straightened out. Petal is a skirt chaser, and Ryder is a playboy. According to speculations, only Ethan is manageable. I heard he doesn't currently have a girlfriend, but he is stubborn and picky. I'm just wondering what Ethan is doing with Ryder and Petal.
They're like day and night.
I look at Liam again, "I will be back in a jiffy," I say as I move through the chair into the restroom.
I wash my hands and glance at myself in the mirror mounted on the wall.
Petal continues to observe Emily. In reality, he would usually dash her money. But nobody notices me. I'm always invisible wherever I go.
I don't care; it's all for the better.
I walk out of the restroom, only to run into a hard wall. Actually, it's a hard chest, and the person is male.
I bend gently, and I'm sorry." I tried to move away, but I was forced back.
I gasp and look up. Petal
My heart rate elevates dramatically. His cologne adhered to my nose. How does he smell so good?
He let go of me, disgusted. "Ouch," he says, pulling out a hand sanitizer. He puts some of it onto the hand he is holding me with. He rubbed it slowly. And I must admit that the behavior has caused me emotional distress.
Regardless, he's right. To him, I'm simply a dirty girl, but he doesn't have to tell me that.
He looks up at me and says, "You bumped into me."
"I'm sorry," I bow my head and begin to walk away, but his hands bring me to a quick halt.
I am obliged to look him in the eyes. What exactly does he want from me now?
"He rubs his hand with the sanitizer once more. "Why do you keep making me waste this thing," he complains drunkenly. Perhaps he's genuinely inebriated. He looks at me now: "You ran into me. You're expected to apologize normally."
I raise an eyebrow at him, shocked, and say, "I apologized." "How should I do it normally?"
"Kiss my feet he said!" He adds with a smirk. What? I feel like I just heard it incorrectly.
What have you just said?
"You heard me correctly. I do not like repeating myself. I want you to kiss my feet as an apology for slapping me, you wench!" His voice became higher than normal.
My heartbeat speeds up.
I'm at a loss for words as I stare at Petal's wicked face.I'm not sure what he wants from me."Hey, woman!" he says suddenly, jerking me out of my thought, "kiss my feet now before I make a mockery of you!"I didn't tell you about Petal’s arrogance and downgrading.If you're not up to his level, he may embarrass you.If I fail to do what he desires me to do, he will definitely humiliate me. And it could even cost me my job. I know what it took me before I could get my hands on the job. And even though it does not pay much, I still get to go home with some amount of money. That's worth it, What should I do? I gasp and think about my life. My life really isn't great. I don't have a good story to write home about. What will it do if I add another harmful story to it. I have no hope for the future. There's nothing that can come up again.I knelt down in front of him, feeling inferior to the wealthy man. His shoes likely shine brighter than my entire being. I hesitantly bow my head, p
I arrived in two hours and I struggled through the front door, exhausted and weak, hoping to find my mom already home. But the silence in the house told me she wasn't there yet. I shuffled into the kitchen, my hunger pangs growling loudly. I poured myself a bowl of cornflakes and sat down to eat, my eyes fixed on the clock on the wall.Just as I took my first bite, a knock at the door broke the silence. I wondered who it could be at this late hour. I got up to answer the door, hoping it was Ruby."Who's there?" I asked, trying to hide my fear."It's me, Ruby," she replied, her voice shaking.I opened the door, and Ruby walked in, looking distraught. I could tell something was wrong."What's wrong, Ruby?" I asked, my heart racing.She burst into tears, and I knew it was serious. "It's your mom," she sobbed. My heart skipped a beat. "What happened to her?" I demanded, fear gripping my chest.Ruby hesitated, then handed me a small ID card. It was Charlie's loan ID. My mom had been taken
I hastily return to Charlie's office and rush inside.A man approaches me, and I turn to him with a sense of urgency, saying, "I need to speak with Charlie immediately. He summoned me here."The man explains to me briefly, his expression unsettling, but I shake it off as I'm preoccupied with my meeting with Charlie. He points to the door on his left, saying, "In there." I approach the door, knock gently, and start to introduce myself, "It's Alexandra -" But before I can finish, the door swings open, making my heart skip a beat as I gaze up at a man likely in his thirties.He gazes at me with an intense, wide-eyed stare, then steps aside, holding the door open for me to enter. I give him a curious glance, sensing something odd about his behavior.As I step inside, I see Charlie and a woman seated on the sofa. The man joins them, sitting across from the woman, and remarks in a tone of astonishment, "They're incredibly alike in every way."The woman's gaze shifts to me, and I sense a gro
I walk out with my mom. She looks so worried and sad.We have always been sad after my father's death because nothing good had ever happened to us since then. "Mom, you don't need to worry about paying Charlie. I've made a deal with him," I reassured her.Mom looked at me the moment we walked into the house, "What kind of deal did you make with him?"I couldn't talk. I didn't even want to talk. I mean, i made a promise to Julian and Charlie not to tell anyone anything.My mom turns away and sobs quietly. I walk to her front and realize she's crying so hard, "Mom, why are you crying?" My heart aches to see her in such way "I don't know what I did to deserve all this! I couldn't take care of my daughter. Now, she had made a deal to be Charlie's mistress to save me.I feel so miserable," she rattles off. I squeeze my face at her, " Mom, no!" I scream in protest. How can she even think to that extent? I may want money and may have decided to get it in any way that I can but that wouldn't
Tears stream down my face once more, as I'm overwhelmed by the enormity of it all. I'm still in disbelief, wondering how my life has taken such a dramatic turn.I'm trapped, with no escape clause. Even if I could somehow come to terms with the bizarre terms of the contract, there's no way I could ever repay the vast sum of money. I'm locked into this fate, like a slaveI'm still trying to wrap my head around the staggering sum of $400,000.My life has been pretty ordinary and uneventful so far, but this sudden twist has the potential to spice things up. And even when this wild ride is over, I'll be left with a cool million dollars, which will surely bring some excitement to my life. The prospect of that kind of financial security is a tantalizing silver lining in this otherwise surreal situationThe thought of starting anew and leaving my troubles behind is a comforting one.I hope that's exactly what this money will bring me - a fresh start and a chance to move on.Just then, the doo
Do you prefer "Wine or Red?" Linda asks"'Wine', I answer, eliciting a smile from her. I've been immersing myself in Maya's interests for the past 48 hours, trying to win her over.""I'm thrilled to be doing this! I've been living the good life for the past two days, enjoying delicious food and taking a well-deserved break from work.""I was instructed to thoroughly research and study Maya, devouring all information about her. I even received training on her mannerisms, including how she walks, in order to better understand and connect with her.""Now, I feel fully prepared and confident. After all, Maya is the epitome of perfection. 'Pants or skirt?' I ask, seeking her preference.""I smile and respond, 'My preference is a pair of jeans, but if that's not an option, I'd be happy to wear a skirt instead.'""Linda lets out a gentle laugh, 'Well, you're all set! I must say, I'm impressed by how quickly you've picked everything up. You're a fast learner!'”"I'm thrilled to share that my
"Caleb's words are firm and final, 'That's how Maya likes it, and it's not up for debate.' He turns to leave, his hand releasing mine as he reaches for the door handle. 'I'll take my leave now,' he says curtly, his tone implying that the conversation is closed. His abrupt departure leaves me feeling frustrated and slightly bewildered, wondering what just happened and what exactly Maya's influence has to do with my own autonomy.""I stand there, frozen, as Caleb opens the door and slips out into the hallway, the soft click of the door closing behind him echoing through the room. The sudden silence feels oppressive, and I'm left alone with my thoughts, wondering what just transpired and what lies ahead in this strange and mysterious world.""As I take in my surroundings, I'm struck by the cozy and eclectic charm of the room. The plush bed looks inviting, the TV seems sleek and modern, and the vibrant drawings on the walls add a pop of color and personality. The space feels like a unique
After carefully placing the tray on the bedside table, I hurriedly exited my room, my heart pounding with urgency. As I stepped into the hallway, I noticed the maid still walking away, her back turned to me.I paused at the threshold of my room, leaning against the door-frame. “Wait!” I called out, my voice echoing slightly in the corridor. The maid stopped abruptly and turned to face me, her expression a mix of surprise and apprehension.I approached her with measured steps, my gaze fixed on her. “Why did you forget what you were supposed to do?” I asked, my tone firm yet curious.She stared at me for a moment, her eyes wide and dark, reflecting a mixture of emotions. “I…” she began, her voice faltering. Then, as if overwhelmed by the weight of her mistake, she bowed her head. “I’m sorry, mistress. I have forgotten!” she apologized, her voice barely above a whisper. Without hesitation, she dropped to her knees, her posture one of complete submission and remorse.I let out a deep sigh
I shot him a stern look, "Watch it, she's my wife."Ryder rolled his eyes, "You're not even married yet, calm down."Petal chimed in, "You said you'd do everything to stop this marriage last time we talked," then looked away, her tone slightly accusatory.Two days ago, stopping the marriage at all costs was my priority – but now, my mind has changed.After seeing her today, I've had a change of heart. I'll go talk to Mom and let her know I'm on board with the marriage after all.Mom will be thrilled to share the news with Dad, and with their approval, Dad will likely pass on the company to me.Because Dad's been clear: he'd only hand over the company if I marry Maya.I don't need his company, though – I've got the funds to start my own business.Being the only son means constantly doing what they want – it's exhausting."Also, I don't know what this your bitch looks like. Is she sexy?"I pull at his clothes angrily, " Don't you ever call her a bitch," I seriously don't know why I'm ge
Ethan, I said surprised.I swiftly moved in and caught her, pulling her close to my chest to prevent her from falling, and holding her upright.I gaze at her in astonishment, taken aback by her unexpected presence. My eyes involuntarily drift to her outfit, lingering for a moment on her cleavage.Her boobs seem to have increased in size. She wasn't like this the first time I met her.Yes, the first time I met her was at the airport.Your dad mentioned Maya St. Clair, a former model, and said you'll eventually marry her, but you've never met her.You were informed that the marriage to Maya wasn't for convenience, but rather a contractual arrangement.Your dad and Maya's dad are close friends, which might explain why your dad is expecting you two to get married.I've been tasked with picking up my future bride, Maya, and driving her home. Luckily, we've already met briefly in our arranged marriage setup.Gosh, it felt so awkward that day.I recall our meeting vividly. Maya seemed to mis
Linda is on her way? I wonder why she's coming here. She will always come with more rules. Maybe that's why I don't like her. She's too arrogant and I wonder if that's how Maya is.I walked inside the bathroom for a quick shower.I select blue bumbum shorts with a white blouse.Everything looks good on me as if they were there for my sake.I just wonder where Hattie is. Well, somewhere safe. I trust these rich children to have more than two million dollars on their credit cards. She could be in a hotel currently.Their lifestyle is desirable except for the marriage issue. Most of these rich parents always see to it that their children marry someone as wealthy as they are.Whereby to the children, it will just be like they are forcing them.I wear a gold wristwatch and style my hair in a ponytail. I look so pretty this way. What am I even saying? I'm Maya and Maya is Beautiful.The door opens and suddenly Linda walks in. Trust her not to have respect for anyone. Is she married? If yes,
As I gazed at him once more, taking in his strikingly handsome features, I began to understand what Maya had seen in him. There was something about being near him that sent shivers down my spine. It was hard to believe that I had only briefly harbored a crush on him.No, that couldn’t be possible.“What on earth are you talking about?” he asked, his eyes widening as he stared at me. His lips parted slightly, and I found myself wanting to kiss him again.I must be losing my mind, or perhaps this man has some sort of magical influence. If he truly believes that Maya will leave her husband for him, he’s gravely mistaken. He’ll be waiting an eternity.“I’m telling you what your mind refuses to acknowledge. Do you even know my nickname?” I said with a smirk. “It’s ‘the snail.’ I always stick to the side of truth.”He lets out a soft chuckle, “Your nickname doesn’t even fit the description. Can a snail really tell the truth?”Feeling a wave of embarrassment wash over me, I frown at him. Thi
After carefully placing the tray on the bedside table, I hurriedly exited my room, my heart pounding with urgency. As I stepped into the hallway, I noticed the maid still walking away, her back turned to me.I paused at the threshold of my room, leaning against the door-frame. “Wait!” I called out, my voice echoing slightly in the corridor. The maid stopped abruptly and turned to face me, her expression a mix of surprise and apprehension.I approached her with measured steps, my gaze fixed on her. “Why did you forget what you were supposed to do?” I asked, my tone firm yet curious.She stared at me for a moment, her eyes wide and dark, reflecting a mixture of emotions. “I…” she began, her voice faltering. Then, as if overwhelmed by the weight of her mistake, she bowed her head. “I’m sorry, mistress. I have forgotten!” she apologized, her voice barely above a whisper. Without hesitation, she dropped to her knees, her posture one of complete submission and remorse.I let out a deep sigh
"Caleb's words are firm and final, 'That's how Maya likes it, and it's not up for debate.' He turns to leave, his hand releasing mine as he reaches for the door handle. 'I'll take my leave now,' he says curtly, his tone implying that the conversation is closed. His abrupt departure leaves me feeling frustrated and slightly bewildered, wondering what just happened and what exactly Maya's influence has to do with my own autonomy.""I stand there, frozen, as Caleb opens the door and slips out into the hallway, the soft click of the door closing behind him echoing through the room. The sudden silence feels oppressive, and I'm left alone with my thoughts, wondering what just transpired and what lies ahead in this strange and mysterious world.""As I take in my surroundings, I'm struck by the cozy and eclectic charm of the room. The plush bed looks inviting, the TV seems sleek and modern, and the vibrant drawings on the walls add a pop of color and personality. The space feels like a unique
Do you prefer "Wine or Red?" Linda asks"'Wine', I answer, eliciting a smile from her. I've been immersing myself in Maya's interests for the past 48 hours, trying to win her over.""I'm thrilled to be doing this! I've been living the good life for the past two days, enjoying delicious food and taking a well-deserved break from work.""I was instructed to thoroughly research and study Maya, devouring all information about her. I even received training on her mannerisms, including how she walks, in order to better understand and connect with her.""Now, I feel fully prepared and confident. After all, Maya is the epitome of perfection. 'Pants or skirt?' I ask, seeking her preference.""I smile and respond, 'My preference is a pair of jeans, but if that's not an option, I'd be happy to wear a skirt instead.'""Linda lets out a gentle laugh, 'Well, you're all set! I must say, I'm impressed by how quickly you've picked everything up. You're a fast learner!'”"I'm thrilled to share that my
Tears stream down my face once more, as I'm overwhelmed by the enormity of it all. I'm still in disbelief, wondering how my life has taken such a dramatic turn.I'm trapped, with no escape clause. Even if I could somehow come to terms with the bizarre terms of the contract, there's no way I could ever repay the vast sum of money. I'm locked into this fate, like a slaveI'm still trying to wrap my head around the staggering sum of $400,000.My life has been pretty ordinary and uneventful so far, but this sudden twist has the potential to spice things up. And even when this wild ride is over, I'll be left with a cool million dollars, which will surely bring some excitement to my life. The prospect of that kind of financial security is a tantalizing silver lining in this otherwise surreal situationThe thought of starting anew and leaving my troubles behind is a comforting one.I hope that's exactly what this money will bring me - a fresh start and a chance to move on.Just then, the doo
I walk out with my mom. She looks so worried and sad.We have always been sad after my father's death because nothing good had ever happened to us since then. "Mom, you don't need to worry about paying Charlie. I've made a deal with him," I reassured her.Mom looked at me the moment we walked into the house, "What kind of deal did you make with him?"I couldn't talk. I didn't even want to talk. I mean, i made a promise to Julian and Charlie not to tell anyone anything.My mom turns away and sobs quietly. I walk to her front and realize she's crying so hard, "Mom, why are you crying?" My heart aches to see her in such way "I don't know what I did to deserve all this! I couldn't take care of my daughter. Now, she had made a deal to be Charlie's mistress to save me.I feel so miserable," she rattles off. I squeeze my face at her, " Mom, no!" I scream in protest. How can she even think to that extent? I may want money and may have decided to get it in any way that I can but that wouldn't