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The Substitute Bride Office Enemy l
Chloe's sneeze interrupted the silent drive to the Reigns Corporation, this is the second sneeze in ten minutes. She flung her hair back to her shoulder, and raised her head to meet Liam's gaze." Did you catch a cold? " he asked her, for Chloe to shake her head in response ." I did not, it's just a sneeze, " she replied. She didn't know if she actually caught a cold or not because of how long she stayed in the shower or if someone was calling her name. She can't actually tell but whatever it is .Is a jinx !" Good ! Because I wouldn't have my employee sick on her first day at work " he deadpanned and returned his attention to his phone.Chloe scoffed and mimicked him ' I wouldn't want my employee sick on her first day at work ' . ' It's not like I chose to fall sick nor did I apply to work for you ' she grimaced and rolled her eyes .Throwing her gaze out of the window she took in, a breath of fresh air, because the air in the car is stuffy and it's making her uncomfortable. She fe
The Substitute Bride Office Enemy II
Passing through the same hallway that they came through , she smiled at her reflection on the glass. Hannah opened the elevator and stepped in, once inside the elevator Chloe couldn't withstand the question that was bugging her mind since she left the hallway that leads to Liam's office ." Hanah, uhm - ah , she smiled a bit to mask her nervousness. She doesn't want to look like a curious person to Hanah . She quickly shut her mouth and faced her head front." Yes, Chloe,you were trying to say something " " Ah- it's alright nevermind" she dismissed the thought too quickly. Hanah turned to face with the brightest smile she could muster ." Look Chloe, it's alright if you want to ask anything. Feel free if you want to ask me anything. You are one of us now ". Hanah said encouraging her to voice out her questions about the firm." It's just that I noticed that Mr Liam occupies a whole floor " she couldn't hide her question any longer, having been given the room to speak freely she might
The Substitute Bride Office Enemy III
Few seconds after the manager left, Chloe was still standing, smiling awkwardly at the group of people who still chose to engage in a fierce eye battle with her. Nobody made a move to approach her not to talk of introducing themselves. As if they were waiting for something or someone to give them the go ahead order. Chloe's eyes fished out one particular lady that her eyes were glued on her as if she had a personal score to settle with Chloe. Standing behind a bunky guy she has this cunning smile on her face as if satisfied with the situation . Chloe was taken aback for a second wondering what's funny about the awkward welcome they gave her. Chloe in return gave her a stern look not minding the presence of others and what they might think of her. After a few minutes of eye battle with the mysterious lady , the latter rolled her eyes and walked away with her heels creating a disturbing noise. Immediately she left the gathering; others followed suit as if on cue . Chloe's eyes wid
The Substitute Bride Office Enemy IV
Chloe looked up to see the lady Daryn mentioned a while ago as Trisha, with one other lady beside her who was holding several folders in her left arm. Chloe wondered what brought them to her office." Who do we have here ? Well if it isn't the murderer" Trisha said, oh so suavely and tilted her head to the side , Chloe forced a smile, straightening her back against the swirl chair she clasped her hand together to have a full view of what she tagged the ' office witch ' if she had to be honest she must admit Trisha was quite a beautiful lady , oval face , brown eyes, straight nose and thin lips that she coated with heavy red lipstick. Not too curvy but average , with thin legs . But her beauty added to her bitchinessAfter assessing her she glanced over to her accomplice who she noticed was nervous maybe she was recruited too . She has short black hair that she made into a ponytail with a band . Red palazzo pants and white long sleeve shirt and a pair of back shoes. For what seemed
The Substitute Bride Numb feeling
Chloe accepted Darlyn's offer to buy lunch for her after his blunt refusal to take 'No' for an answer . She didn't know how to refuse him anymore after he said that's his only way to apologize for the department cold welcome earlier. Now seated in the cafe she scouted earlier from the view of Liam's office, she chose the table closest to the counter facing the entrance of the cafe to have a full view of the cafe despite knowing she could only see people that are downstairs with her. " So how did you end up here ? I mean at the Reigns Corporation" Darlyn asked, giving her a skeptical look, speaking for the first time since they arrived at the cafe.Chloe nearly choked on her coffee when she heard him , her heartbeat accelerated, out of all the questions she was hoping he would ask her , he didn't choose any . Rather he threw her the one question she didn't see coming and didn't prepare any possible answer to. Suddenly having the feeling of deja vu , she sipped her coffee while d
The Substitute Bride Lucky Lady
After Liam returned to his office from the cafe that Gwen basically dragged her to, claiming he owed her a date . He however ended the date before time, because his mind and soul was no longer in the cafe with Gwen after what he saw . Despite the latter's attempt to spice up things between them by throwing herself at him . At first he didn't understand why she booked the whole first floor, but now he understood why . His mind drifted to the conversation they had at the cafe during the day. " Do you hate me, Liam? " Gwen asked him , blinking at him . Giving him a pitiful look with her smoldering eyes, her voice interrupting his train of thought." No " he deadpanned, giving her a subtle reply. A pang of quick relief washed through her , she closed the distance between them holding his gaze with that same look on her face . " You claim not to hate me, but you always distance yourself from me " she pouted and continued when he didn't reply to her." I'm sorry if you're still upset w
The Substitute Bride Finding my brother
Chloe tossed and turned in her bed that night.The scene at the cafe replayed itself in her mind. She thought of the way Liam totally ignored her existence, and the way that ugly vixen snaked her arm round Liam's own. She had a deep impression of Liam despite the few encounters they shared.He was ruthless, cruel and incorrigibly heartless .The iota of feeling she thought she had for him disappeared the very moment he totally ignored her existence at the cafe . What was she even doing, listening to her imagination that Liam could change for the better.'Tsk , I wish'. She scoffed and turned her head to the window she had left open earlier . Minding the burn on her wrist .The moon was in full capacity, bringing with it a cold wind that she needed to soothe her raging nerves. She climbed down from the bed , putting on her fluffy bedroom slippers that were laying at the foot of the bed. She walked to the balcony to have a few view of the moon, the cold breeze bathed her skin le
The Substitute Bride Stalling the inevitable
Liam returned to his house later that night and the living room was engulfed in pin drop silence. His footsteps echoed in the hallway of the first floor .His eyes flitted to Chloe's bedroom. He noticed the lights in her room were off which means she was sound asleep. Blaze suddenly appeared out of nowhere, leaning on the wall of the hallway he followed Liam's line of sight . Immediately he knows what's going on in his mind ." She's asleep, if that's what you are wondering about "Liam turned to see the invader of his thought." And what makes you think I was thinking about her " Liam snapped and shot a glare at him." Who are you kidding Liam, it's written all over your voice . You do care for her " Blaze uttered blatantly, he couldn't stand by and watch this blindly anymore." And who made you the judge of that ? Liam demanded, his tone indifferent" You're only stalling the inevitable"" What are you still doing in my house? Last I checked you have your own villa in this city "
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The Substitute Bride Ruined
Ever since the disappearance of Rose, Chloe always pictured the day they will meet again because she has a strong feeling Rose was still alive .Seeing Rose now , she couldn't express the emotion she was feeling. Because the person standing before her wasn't her best friend. Her eyes were empty , they housed no emotions . Like someone who has thrown away all the will to live .She's been hearing about Rose's return but seeing her up close was a different issue altogether.Chloe felt panicked and scared not for herself but for the fact that Rose is no longer who she used to be. She tightly clenched her fist. She was willing to pay any price for her best friend to be back .Rose can choose to slander over and over again if she feels like it and she won't budge if that will make her better . Even if it means giving up her acting career , she owes Rose that much.Seeing Rose with Gwen sends her the wrong message , making her believe that something was definitely off. The red warning sign
The Substitute Bride Ruined
Daisy couldn't go with Chloe to the shooting site because of the nature of her job . She was reluctant to part ways with Chloe because of the pandemonium going on , but Chloe reassured her everything would be fine . Daisy left knowing fully well Liam wouldn't sit back and watch harm befell her. She was in a meeting that very afternoon and couldn't tell what's happening outside. After the meeting during the break she got wind of Rose's return, and tried to confirm from Chloe but it couldn't connect the same with her manager's. After much consideration and deliberation she tried to contact Liam , who picked up on the first ring. How he knew she was the one calling was a mystery to her , " Come to Imperial hospital your friend is there. " Came his cold and blunt reply , Daisy didn't wait to dwell on his cold and aloof manners and boarded the next available taxi. She arrived at the hospital and inquired about it , she couldn't get to ask Liam the ward Chloe was in before he ended the
The Substitute Bride Saving the day IV
It was past noon when Chloe finished shooting two scenes , now she's already dressed waiting for the next scene to commence. which would be a rainy scene in which she's going to act as a heartbroken woman who had just found out that her husband of three years was cheating on her with her best friend.Today was supposed to be their third anniversary but he stood her up to be with her best friend.Considering this her last shoot for the day , Chloe was already at the designated site waiting for it to rain .Then almost immediately she felt a rain drop on her shoulder , She then sent Hilda to inform the crew members about the coming of the rain. While waiting for them Chloe decided to surf the internet but the trending topics again caught her attention.Clicking on it , it turned out to be Rose's interview with the Star , the leading and biggest broadcasting cooperation in the city .With trembling fingers she played the video .Seated on the red couch was Rose who was stylishly dressed
The Substitute Bride Saving the day III
Chloe's arrival at the shooting site caused a sensation, with Liam's two bodyguards in her front and back , Hilda was beside her , Chloe felt like she's ready to face whatever that comes her way. But the moment she saw the pack of reporters waiting for her through the window, she suddenly developed cold feet anxiety creeping up within her . ' Today's is gonna be a long day ' Chloe thought with a sigh Seeing her car drive into the premises the press immediately circled the car throwing one question after the other.Reporter 1: " Miss Chloe what do you have to say about the return of super star Rose. Do you think your position as an award winning actress is threatened? "" Reporter 2 : What do you think made Miss Rose return and how do you feel about it ? "Reporter 3 : " Miss Chloe it's said you and Miss Rose were the best of friends, what happened to your relationship." The questions kept coming but Chloe didn't budge nor did she care to make a statement.She promised Liam not to
The Substitute Bride Saving the day II
Exactly thirty minutes ago Chloe, who was fast asleep, stirred in her sleep . The commotion downstairs couldn't subside no matter how she turned and tossed in bed using the pillows to block her ears .But the noise kept finding its way into her ears , unfortunately for her , the balcony door was left open and one could see what's happening outside from there . She didn't understand the reason the whole villa was swarming with reporters and non reporters , neither could she make out what they were saying from there.Amidst all the incoherent things they were saying she could only make out one thing.Rose's name .The crowd kept mentioning Rose's name demanding her to come out and give them an explanation regarding Rose's disappearance.At first she thought she was still sleeping but then again she wasn't when she pinched herself and realized such. What is going on ? Why are these people here this early ? Why do they keep mentioning Rose's name ? Why ? These questions kept bugging her
The Substitute Bride Saving the day
Breaking news ! The super movie star Rose Dawkin who was presumed dead three years ago in a plane crash has returned to the country.Her reappearance has thrown the city into a frenzy with many citizens questioning the cause of her disappearance. She was seen last night in the midst of two men by a paparazzi who captured her , but unfortunately we are yet to identify the two men with her.Meanwhile, our correspondent confirmed the news, she further stated that the super star will have a press conference by 2pm. Stay tuned to know more about how she escaped death.Today, major media outlets are reporting on Rose's return to the country. The news immediately caused a sensation on the internet .#Mystery at its peak ! ## The dead come back to life #And other similar phases became hot searches and trending topics.Clang !A loud shattering sound was heard and the remote that collided with the floor became shambles." How could he do this ? Why did he ? Just when I'm about to throw Chl
The Substitute Bride Stranger in the city
At exactly 9.pm a private jet landed at the airport tarmac, dropping of three people which among them is a female clad in a joggers pant and sweat shirt that has a hoodie covering her seaweed hair , her feet were encased in a white comfortable sneaker that made less noise as she walked. Two luxurious sleek cars were already waiting for them with the doors open , the woman's melancholic violet eyes stared into the night sky as she felt the wind pass through her .letting down the hood of the shirt the night chilly breeze kissed her face as if welcoming her back to the society .Is this what freedom feels and tastes like? after spending a few years in a house in the outskirts of the town far away from civilization, family and friends.She is finally free to come back home ! But not entirely free , being set free with terms and conditions is not freedom at all .And if it means coming to terms with their agreement means getting her full freedom , then she's definitely getting it even if
The Substitute Bride Shock of her life
I know this might sound odd to you but that's not all , I accosted her about it , half expecting her to deny it . But then , she didn't!.. she didn't rebuff my claim she rather asked me to back it up with evidence.Look, I know I'm asking for too much , it's just that I want to restore my tainted image and Gwen is the key to that. " Chloe's words were very clear and decisive, showing no signs of reluctance rather she seemed eager to do it and be over with " I have the same hunch too , still can't can't wrap my finger around the fact that she has something on Liam.I wouldn't say he was threatened because Liam can't be threatened. Unless she has something that Liam desperately needed. " Blaze calmly said , his jade eyes twitching with curiosity which he is widely known for.His curiosity would have been quenched if Chloe's call didn't come in , He knew Liam is a man of a few words and it will take a measurable amount of time to get Liam to revisit this topic again .But before then h
The Substitute Bride Coming clean III
"Tell me Liam don't you think it's time ?" " Yes , it is. Actually, Gwen had …. Ring ! Ring !! Ring !!!The sound of Blaze's phone halted Liam bringing an abrupt stop to his explanation,Blaze hissed and fished out the phone from his pocket, he actually intended to turn it off on the first glance but when he saw Chloe's name pop-up on the screen he knew he had to take it at all cost.Seeing Blaze hesitating whether to pick it or not , he knew immediately that whoever is calling him is not someone he could ignore even if he wanted to." You can take the call , it's not like we can't continue the conversation next time." Liam pointed out calmly, trying hard not to sound relieved of not having to blurt out what he intended to keep from him .Saving Blaze the dilemma of having to choose between him and the caller ." Are you sure Liam , I mean I can take the call later it's not that important you know " Blaze said , convincing himself otherwise. Tsk, Liam scoffed amusingly, throwin
