LYRA POV. "Boss, they have arrived" A voice was heard from the intercom. Loren and Stepheno looked at each other. "See you later Lyra" Stepheno said and came towards the couch to pick up the files. I shook my head at Stepheno. For a reason both Loren and Stepheno looked tense. After Stepheno was out Loren hugged me tightly. I patted his back. He was worried about something. "You will miss the meeting" I said to him but still he didn't Move. "Ok enough, release me. " I said, pushing him. He laughed at me and released me. "If you want anything…" He said. "I will call you. Now go!! " I said, completing his sentence. He looked at me for one last time and then went out of his office. Now it was time to use these beauties. I laughed excitably. I decided to go out, find a place and use them .How does it work? Open up. Come on open.I was standing near the lift for about ten minutes. I pressed the button but the lift door did not open. How is it possible? Loren and I came with this e
LYRA POV. My eyes made eye contact with him and he was shocked looking at me. Clearly didn't expect me here. Everybody in the room was surprised looking at Ronald and I prayed that he doesn't get kicked out from here.Ronald walked inside like he was the owner here. I was scared for him. "For a reason I knew this dispute was not going to come to a common conclusion" He said and I looked at him bewildered. His voice held power and authority. "Sir…" Stepheno said, getting up from his chair. He came near Ronald and shook his hands."We thought you were in Dubai '' Stepheno said. "I just arrived young man," Ronald said to Stepheno. I was standing there."So, I have come up with a solution" He said and Stepheno guided him. Ronald looked at Lorenzo, their eyes sparked. "Lyra, come here." Ronald called me. Even though I didn't feel like going, I still walked up to him. Ronald made me sit and then he took a chair next to me."Make your own port," Ronald said. Loren didn't reply to him. I
LYRA POV. ***Past Life My head was throbbing in pain. It felt like someone was pulling my hair out of my scalp. Tears filled my eyes and my vision was blurred. I was pleading, him to stop. At this rate he was going to kill. His screaming was hurting my ears so badly. He pulled my legs and dragged me across the room. "How dare you feed me poison" He screamed, making me flinch at his words. I couldn't speak. I was so drained out of energy. I wanted to tell him that I tried to do my best but failed. I wanted to tell him that it was just a mistake but he didn't let me explain myself. "Did you forget your parents abandoned you and I gave you a place to live?" He said roughly coming near my face. I nodded my head in No. I was thankful that he was keeping me because other than him I didn't have anyone in the world."Speak you dumbass'' He said and when he didn't get a reply he pulled me up and pushed me towards the wall. Grabbing my neck he started choking me. I tried to push him. Pi
LYRA POV.I was waiting in the lobby. The company was very beautiful from inside. The company was no joke. It was huge and had a lavish design. In the lobby they had a sitting area. Where people like me can wait for someone. Lots of people were rushing around. Some were carrying small bags while some had really huge bags. All of them were dressed so elegantly while I was wearing a knee length dress and shoes. My dress was kind of off compared to theirs. All the people were busy and had their assigned jobs. It was beautiful to see hardworking people. I stood near the front gate so it would be easy for Ronald to spot me. I waited for him. It was about time when a group of men and women came running towards the entrance. Two women were holding a bouquet. They arranged themselves in two lines. I didn't understand what was going on but it looked like they were very nervous about it. I didn't mind them. My phone rang and I removed it from my bag and looked at the caller ID. No name w
THIRD PERSON POV."Loren, have you lost it?" Stepheno shouted at him."You shouldn't drink during office hours," Stepheno said, trying to make him come to his senses. He was acting strange after coming from the conference hall. Stepheno tried to pull the bottle from his hands but couldn't because his grip on the bottle was so tight. There was still time left where they could fix the matter but it looked like Loren got triggered about something and he couldn't let it out so he was using alcohol to blend it. "Loren what the hell happened to you?" It was a female voice this time. She rushed towards holding his face in her hands. She checked Loren's face like she was concerned. It was a weird coincidence that she was present here but it wasn't the right time to ask what she was doing here? Or why she was here in the first place. She easily took the bottle from his hands but it was late because he had already finished half of the bottle. She started talking to Loren. "Why are you beha
LORENZO POV. I took the lift and came out of the conference room. I pressed the button which opened to the underground parking. As soon as I got out her face flashed in front of my eyes. I needed to get her out of my mind for now. I picked up my car and sat on it. I had to think about what I was going to do tomorrow. Walton will wait for our answer. It was just his mercy that we were able to establish our roots but still coming to a decision that quick was not something I expected from him. I knew it wasn't Lyra's fault when she spoke and at some point she was right but it would have been better if we were given a little time. My boiled up anger just vented on her. Finding a decision tomorrow was next to impossible because we are talking about an entire port. If Walton denies us to use the port then we can't run the company. We need material to manufacture and if we didn't receive the shipment then our company would collapse. These things are not what Lyra understands or she ev
LYRA POV. I came out of the lift unable to think what to do next. I thought to call Marco but realised I left the phone on my desk. The lift door dinged open without knowing I had reached the lobby area. I got out of the lift. I took two steps away from the lift to the wall and crunched down on the floor.I was holding my knees tightly. I couldn't go up because I didn't know where the Creative and Designing cell was and I couldn't go out because my purse and phone were still up. I sat down on the ground holding my knees. It was just so difficult to come to a decision. I sat there shamelessly. People were often coming and going through the lift. I was glad nobody asked me anything but I could feel their judgemental eyes on me. "Lyra is that you?" Called a voice. I closed my eyes praying it would not be John. I swear he would report Ronald about it. I pretended like it wasn't my name but the voice came near me and bent in my level. I had no option but to look at him so I looked at
LYRA POV."It would be an honour for us to help you, Sir." Loren said, getting up from the chair. Just then John arrived holding a tray which had four coffee cups. He was late. John looked at Loren and Stepheno. He greeted them. He even asked for forgiveness for being late and explained why he was late. Seeing Loren get up, Ronald got up too. They both did a friendly handshake. It was finally a good ending in the end. Loren agreed to help Ronald in the Empire case. Whatever it was I was happy they were on good terms now. We were out of Ronald's office and suddenly my gloomy mood was gone. I was happy to talk to Ronald and I was the only one in the entire company who was allowed to address him in his real name.I giggled thinking. So this is how it felt to stand out from the crowd. I told Stepheno that I left my Purse in my desk and Loren insisted on following me. Somehow they figured out the floor where my branch was because I had no idea where it was. In addition to that Stephe
LYRA POV. Who is crying? Stop it.Again that loud voice.What are you injecting in me? "Lyraaa.." They take my name."Hmm." I say."Doctor..Doctor." someone yells.Stop being loud I want to say but before that I really want to see the face of the person who is shouting near my ear. "She opened her eyes." Mom.She was crying. I see dark circles around her eyes. "How are you feeling dear?" She asks and just then Dad comes beside her.The doctor comes in and checks on me. She gives a report about me and I hear her.I do feel weak because of the antibiotics in me. I was shot with two bullets. One of them just passed through my skin while the other Injured my arms. Right to be specific. There's a high chance that I won't be able to lift heavy things or work from them. I am happy because I never loved to work but a corner of my heart feels sad. After the doctors left. Mom cries her heart out telling me how I was knocked out for six days and how Loren went crazy seeing you lying in be
LYRA POV.It's the day we return back home. Three days here were the best days. Lorenzo feels like a family to me and I have discussed this with no one so far.It's just my feelings. I think it was the best decision to give him a chance. His anger is not in control fully but I know he will never take such measures on anyone."It's time to go, Sweetheart." Lorenzo calls me. I smile at him and walk to him."Can I kiss you?" He asks and that's the best thing about him. He never does something without my consent. "Hmm." I say. "I'll take that as yes." He says and kisses my lips. I don't think I have ever received so much love on a kiss.He never once made me feel like he was taking advantage of me but always showed me love and nothing else."Are you Miss Walton?" A sudden knock on my door makes my heart Jump out my chest."Jess, Yes I am in." I shout at the door. "Miss Walton is safe. I repeat, Miss Walton is safe. Secure the area." I panic when I hear his tone."Stay here." Loren says
LORENZO POV. Mr. Walton called me this morning when I was inside the warehouse doing my morning exercise. We tried everything on them but none of them gave us the name of the mastermind behind all this.The only thing they ever say is that he is someone closer than we think. Mr. Walton wanted me to get to his house as soon as possible. I know it was because of Lydia. After turning the whole world around we found her.She still hasn't explained to us why she was staying in such a place when she had everything. This made me doubt at her but Mr. Walton didn't look like he was leaving her there.I only help back because of Lyra. She has been dying to see her and after she went through I can't let her suffer more.If she wants something then she will get it. I reached the mansion. Nothing really changed except the security.Mr. Walton updated the security and I don't think anybody will ever try to sneak in. "Good morning Mr. Walton." I greet him. I see Lydia descending the stairs. I don
LORENZO POV.How dare he enter my territory without any fear and think I would leave him just like that.Here I am in Romania waiting inside the private jet to get the signal so I can enter the country without notice. "I don't think we will get more time." Beck says and he is right."I'm sure we will have enough time to finish him." I say and they all nod in response."I still can't believe you guys pulled out of the saloon. I have been maintaining my image and you guys trashed it today." Oreal said annoyed at us. Well she can't be blamed.The only girl who doesn't care about what people think is Lyra. I don't think anything is affecting her now. She is very busy now with the new project and lots of things.I really admire how she is giving her best in everything. I have seen her design and it's just amazing. Her design stands apart from everyone. "Great, 2 hours." Paul announces and I smile. "Get going boys." Stepheno calls out in sleep and we enter the Romania border. We have alr
LYRA POV. I was getting ready in my room and my mind wouldn't allow me to think about anything else. I trust whatever Dad told me but I still want to know the truth. I talked to Dad about Andrew and I am happy he helped me clear things about everything. I decided to call Andrew by his name because he didn't really deserve to be called father. Mom was on her way here that's what Dad told me so I didn't call her.I know what this meeting was about but there was this feeling inside me which was making me nervous for some reason. Lorenzo was going to be with me and I have to say. That movie night showed me a gentler side of him. He is an angry man but the way he is learning to control himself makes me happy.It's his progress and he is successfully completing it. I wonder if I will ever overcome my fears. I know my strength but I am also afraid of my weakness."Little Bud, are you done?" Dad asked from the door."Argh…Dad not again." I say looking at myself for the last time in the mi
RONALD WALTON POV. I have been thinking how to keep Lyra away from everything going on. I don't want her involvement in anything. So I have decided that it will be today.Today is the day I will announce it to the world. That's final I have decided."Good morning Mr. Walton." My P.A greets me through the call. "Good morning. I would like you to arrange an urgent meeting with the BOD and then I want the legal department and Planning department to be present in the meeting." I told him.Generally, I allow room for mistakes but today I don't think I will be able to tolerate anybody causing any mistakes."When are we planning to have this meeting? Sir?" He asked. I thought about it and calculated it roughly."3pm. Conference hall." I said and cut the call. If Stepheno is tapping my call I will kill that child this time."Send Stepheno in." I say and the phone starts ringing."Hello Mr. Walton" He greets."I will be visiting Lyra today." I say and he replies quickly."Dew will be accompan
STEPHENO POV. He was still on the cloth he wore last. He didn't look like the age he should look and that surprised the rest of the room."It's an honour to meet you Mr. Walton." Oreal spoke for everyone in the room because the boys went all mute for some reason.The one who looked lost was Paul. His presence affected him the lot. Oreal took a step towards Mr. Walton and greeted him and then the rest followed except Paul. The hatred was what was blocking him. "I think I remember you…." Mr. Walton said when Paul wasn't moving from his place."Paul Klein." He addressed himself."Yah right, I didn't think you would be related to Rothschild." He said and his words did shock me. I wonder if that is a diss or compliment. "It's nice meeting you in person." Paul said coming out from his place. He then extended his hand and Mr. Walton took it gently and shook his hands like he was his close associate.I wanted to introduce everyone personally but he was in a rush for some reason. I cut the
STEPHENO POV. We have been trying to track Mr. Walton's location for hours and it's a very difficult task as his location keeps fluctuating with every passing minute.It's sure that he had some kind of protection installed in his device that is helping him to cover his tracks. I wonder what Mr. Walton is upto that he needed this type of security. Kia and Pual are working hard too but the results are not something we are proud of. We tried finding Lydia Walton and were quite successful until the signal failed.It looked like someone was trying their best to cover them both and that man was faster than us. In all the mess I texted Lorenzo and updated him about the issue here. He too was frustrated after hearing the result. "Hey! How about we take a break?" Kia asked me, I nodded my head and he walked out of the room with his cell phone.Among all, Kia was really giving up his precious time because his wife was pregnant and no woman would want her husband away in his time.I should t
LYRA POV. I walked towards my bed for support when my entire body collapsed on the floor and I hit my head on the concrete. The pain I felt made me scream out that I heard footsteps approaching my room. I held my head so tightly thinking it would reduce my pain even though I knew nothing was going to happen. "Are you okay?" I heard their questions. My full focus was on my head so I didn't reply to them but I did nod my head. " Please don't cry." He coaxed me and it was not something people have done for me. We both were sitting on the floor, him being in front of me. "It hurts." I tell them and cry in front of them like a kid. "I will get some ice for her." Matt says and he walks out of the room leaving me and Lorenzo. "Show me where you are hurt?" Lorenzo asks softly and I look at him with tears filled in them. I remember what he warned about crying earlier. "Everywhere" I tell him and tears roll down my cheeks like rain."What did I say about crying the last time?" He asks