Immediately he saw me, he grabbed my arm and pulled me down to my seat with a fake smile asking me “Hey, baby what took you so long?” as he gave me a perk on the forehead. Just then Angelo walked in frowning as he saw the perk. “Sorry, baby, I was…” just when I opened my mouth, I was interrupted by “Mr Xavier can you come forward, please," the secretary said. “Excuse me, my little cupcake” softly whispered into my eyes before he stood up and walked to the front of the room, majestically.My eyes followed him all through since I was running away from Angelo’s glance. I was sure that he was glaring at me, especially after his failed attempt to kiss me. What the fuck! What was he thinking? That he will move out and pop in any time he sees me? I was so mad at him.Using PowerPoint, Xavier connected his laptop to explain what he had to offer. He presented a business plan and what his product had to offer, etc… He made sure his explanation was on point. He looked so brilliant and powerful a
Typing; ( “SOS! Summoning everyone to the mansion, now, heavily armed. Battle going on”) then he clicked on SEND...I pretended like I didn't see him type the message, more to that I was thoughtful and worried about my life. I had never seen him fight before and he was about to engage in a big gun battle. There was no way I could stay calm. For the first time, as we drove I saw the road leading to the mansion, Herpen-abort, as I looked through the window. I had always wished to see that fucken road all that white and yet when I finally did, I couldn't enjoy it because I was terrified. All I wanted at that moment was to get out of the car and run for my dear life.A few meters away from the mansion, he glared at me straight into the eyes and said “Lift your legs” he asked me to lift my legs, which I did in shock. I was expecting something more romantic like what I always saw in movies, — something like a last-minute speech or confession, I don’t know but something personal.He rolled
“What if I'm the next target? Will Gladmir be able to protect me from his many unknown enemies? Will, he always be there on time?” I noticed that my eyes were getting heavy already so I stood up and dried my leg with a towel I found, there. When I was done with the towel, I placed it back where I saw it and I walked back to my room. I moved to my room and it was calm as usual. I strolled to the bed, yawning loudly. I lay on the bed and before I knew it, I slept off. I needed to rest and a good sleep was just what I yearned for. Unexpectedly, I felt someone’s hand on me. That made me quiver with my eyes widely open. I was surprised. That was my room and there was no way Gladimir would have come there, he always sends for me. My heart was pondering as I sat up in bed and I discovered that it was Gladimir who was cuddling me. I puffed in relief. He was asleep. His face looked exhausted. I laid back in bed facing him and trying to understand who he was. At the moment, all that I saw w
(Refer to chapter 1. If you are lost. I want everyone to follow up... Haha... If you don't like these referrals let me know in the comment section)--------------.*Present*Gladimir coughed interrupting Aria as she narrated her, past.“Will you put the gun down and rest!” he worried… “Don't act like your care because we both know it's a lie. The only thing you care about e is yourself.Gladmir bent his head, in dismay “I am so sorry, I came back to make everything right, but I came to correct my wrong, I came to give you the family and life you always wished for" Gladmir said. “And how do you want to achieve that?" Aria asked sarcastically. "I will do that by loving you and being a good husband and most importantly a good father to our daughter," he said and Aria laughed. “What's funny?" he asked looking confused. “You have been repeating that nonsense. What makes you think she is your daughter?" Aria asked."Tell me the truth Aria, swear on your Father’s grave, that she isn't mine!
****BACk TO THE PAST*****.**Aria's POV**Gladimir was pained by the silly act with Angelo. So pissed off that he had to stay at a hotel for two good days. Wow, that was extreme I thought to myself because the last I checked he called me a whore, so why was he so pissed against a whore for doing things whores do?During those two days, Nanny Clara and I helped each other. She was getting better bit by bit yet she still found the strength to console me. Nonetheless him being away gave me peace. At least I didn't have to see his annoying face after what happened between us and that was so relieving.I was in the living room with Nanny Clara watching a program on TV when the door unexpectedly opened revealing the monster. He walked into the living room and sat on one of the couches. Nanny Clara and I suddenly got quiet and composed. After some few minutes, he stood up and walked towards us stretching his hand towards me. I was surprised. I looked left and right before I placed my hands
Then I thought of Angelo… He used to be so kind to me. He was one of the rare people who believed in me and who so much cared about me. He found me the job at the restaurant and I remember how he used to say to me “Don't bother Aria when I will be rich you will stop this job and we will run our own business. We will be so rich and our children will never lack” I chuckled effortlessly as I thought of him. “Hey, baby, you don't have to be sad. You know working at a restaurant is not that bad, people are going through worse shits. Don't worry I will make things up to you” he used to repeat that to me every time I was sad and I was always like; “Angelo, this isn't what I wanted for my life. I mean I can't end my life as a common low-class waitress. I have bigger dreams. A good job, a beautiful house, a richer boyfriend… Etc” I said. “So I'm not worthy of you me, that what you mean right? Aria do you even love me?” he asked. “Stop being pathetic, I'm just saying. Perhaps you are that ric
I could hear the sound of an orchestra as we walked into the hall. They were trying their best to entertain the guests but the music was too monotonous for me. Indeed rich people have weird tastes. I looked around and everyone was neat and well composed. Their outfits were top-notch, starting from the suites to the ladies’ expensive gowns and flashy jewellery. Wealth screamed all over them and being in their midst made me feel like an imposter, so all I wanted was to make myself small and untouchable as possible. But how was I going to do that with the famous bachelor Xavier Ford by my sides? As we walked in, he greeted a few people, ladies couldn't stop looking at him. I must confess he was handsome as hell. Just from their looks, it was clear that they all wanted to have him in their bed. No ladies could resist his charm. They looked at me with envy and whispered amongst themselves as we walked into the hall. How I wished they knew what I was going through in the arms of the so-c
I had no choice but to sit down as he said, — Damn! On the bare floor. I was so mad at him for putting me into such an embarrassment. Immediately after I did so, two waitresses came out of the elevator and looked at me disdainfully.I felt ashamed of myself but my legs were hurting and there was no way I could wait that long while standing up. I couldn't wait for Gladmir to come out. It took him another extra twenty-five minutes before he came out, by then my legs had well relaxed. He walked towards me and stretch his hands to me. I didn't care, I quickly stretched my hand to reach his palms. He held my hands and we walked together. It felt really awkward to me, we walked a few meters and he stopped and looked at me, he said to me, “We are almost there, use these few seconds to fix yourself, I don't want any form of glitch from you".As he said, I rapidly checked myself, fixed my gown and hair and I ended up with a huge smile on my face as I lifted my face and saw him smiling at me.
After a couple of minutes, I was done preparing dinner. ‘I hope Gladimir will love this!’ I told myself deep down as I fixed the dining table before rushing into my room as Gladimir had instructed me to. He told me not to come out till the meeting was over, mine was to cook and remain in the room then Max, Lee, and Leo would do the serving and other tasks.I sat down on the bed thinking of what to do, I decided to wait for Gladmir and his visitors to arrive. Then I thought about something very dangerous and bit by bit I slept off.A few minutes later I shuddered in bed and woke up. I stood up from bed and walked into the bathroom to wash my face. After that I got out of my room, I tiptoed to the entrance of the hallway, peeping through the door then I saw Gladimir’s back and two guests facing him. They were having a meeting in the living room.I went back to the room and opened my wardrobe searching for the sexiest and most extravagant dress I had. I took a red short strapless and I c
After my bath, I dressed up and went to the kitchen. I prepared what I would eat. When I was done with it, I carried it to my room and ate. After, eating I decided to sneak out of the house to go and check on my mother at the hospital. But before that, I took the debit card he gave me to use anytime I needed money. I carried a small purse and walked out of the room. I decided to sneak out using one of his cars to make it look official to the guard. The best way to sneak out was using one of his cars and the driver and to step out through the main door. I guessed Gladimir was busy with his whore..I also wanted to use his unlimited car to purchase my mother a better apartment for ‘I hope this card will be up to taste!’ I prayed deep down. I finally stepped out of the house successfully and I asked the driver to drop me in front of the hospital I told him to leave and come in a few houses before I entered the hospital but he didn't leave and I knew he wasn't going to leave. So I us
As the door knob turned, Max shifted away from me with fear. There was no way he could untie me on time so he simply covered me with the blanket as the door opened Gladimir's head popped in then his body followed. But before he could move in further, Max immediately moved closer to him. Just when he stepped his feet Max was already next to him so he couldn't move in further. I was terrified and hidden under the blanket. I didn't even know how to react. I didn't know if I had to scream but my mouth was tired or just remain steady. “Max!” Gladimir called and I started screaming under the blanket but there was no way he could get me unless he came closer. “Did you do what I asked you to?” he asked. Max was nervous and beads of sweat appeared on his forehead “Yes, Boss but the Glaziers are still to pay for the last deal… And the shipment will be arriving at the port in five hours" Max replied with a flustered voice.“Hmmmm, Great! Our partners will come over tomorrow, and make the necess
I knew this would be the best thing to do, but another suggestion popped up within me. Coming to think of it, no one ever wanted to know what was going wrong with Gladimir. No one ever woke up with such intent at heart. I thought as I left Nana Clara back to our room and I took a book and lay on his bed. After reflection, I started asking why was he always so mean and distant. Oh, my goodness, deep with me, I wanted him to change because all he did was inhuman and something needed to be done before he destroys all the people around him. I thought to myself amidst my reading. Then I lay in bed as I read the book. It was enlightening that I had to write down some points from the book, — a few points I planned to implement whenever I was going to start a business. The pen in my hand was gradually falling off and the scent of Gladimir on the bed made me fantasize as sleep was slowly taking control over me. Unexpectedly, the door opened snatching me from my sleep as I slowly opened my ey
Unexpectedly, when I had given up I heard some knocks on the door, I jumped out of the bed and ran to the food praying to see him and not Max. When I finally opened the door, it was Lee standing in front of me and my smile faded away but he was smiling “The Boss is back" he said to me and walked away. My heart started pounding with beads of sweat appearing on my forehead. For some minutes, I just couldn't feel my legs. Suddenly, Why was I afraid when I was expecting his return, I questioned myself. Well, I decided to wait for him here in the bedroom since he didn't send it to me. I neared the door and went back to sit in bed but before then I spread some perfume. I had to smell good.After a few minutes, I saw the door knob moving anti-clockwise and I knew it was no one else but him. I started fixing my dresses making my boobs reveal a bit then I sat upright seductively facing the door. But that wasn't reasonable so, I lay in bed and pretended to be sleeping. I heard the door opening
I was feeling restless, so I decided to call him. But I didn't have a phone, how will I call him, I asked myself as I thought about what to do for a while, then I decided to use either Lee or Leo’s phone to contact him. I started searching for them around the house. But then, I remembered Gladimir once telling them not to give me their phones for any reason. I hit my face in dismay and I gave up. I knew asking them won't yield anything because they feared Gladimir so much.After second thought, I decided to sneak into Nanny Clara's room and use her phone. Without wasting time, I headed straight to her room. When I got there, she was asleep, the physio wasn't and I saw her phone on a small table at one edge of her room.I was on the phone and thank God she had no password. I searched for Gladimir's name on her call log, but I didn't find it. I kept on searching all in vain. I got frustrated and dropped the phone and walked out of the room. I returned to my room disappointed.Restless,
I couldn't also help it as tears rolled down my eyes as I recalled all that had happened to me as well. After a little while, I was called in to have my massage. It was my turn to go but I didn't want to anymore. At least not until the woman's ended her story. She was at the part where she I'm promoted by her husband and she ended up being well beaten by him. ‘Oh my God, mean I evil. Why will a mad best the mother of his kids?” Unfortunately, I have to leave for my massage. I need it. When I got into the room for the massage, the woman there took good care of me. It was really a good experience as it felt better. When I was done with that, I walked down to the manicure and pedicure quarter to have my nails done and fixed my hair. I had an entire bundle and I spent much time. After about three hours everything was done. I picked up my bags t leave. I decided to go watch a movie at the cinema. I didn't want to go home. I wanted to do so many things before the master returned and locke
The room was frightening, I was so scared. Beads of sweat were dripping from my forehead and my body was wet as well. The only thing that went through my mind was saying my last prayer. As I stood in the middle of the room, I saw someone walk in whom I believe was the boss.“What took you so long?" He asked as he walked in. “I am so sorry sir," I said in a panic. “Well, you have some activities you need to carry out for me and when you are done, depending on the result of the activities, we will know if you will stay alive or not," he mockingly said to me as if my life was just a game for him. “Okay sir" I seriously nodded my head. I was trembling, with my head still bowed to the ground. “Get me the cell phone," he said to the man standing beside him. “Right away sir" he replied and went to get the phone. After a few minutes, he returned with a phone and handed it over to his boss. He immediately grabbed the phone to make a call. He was about to dial a number before he stopped. He lo
Never did I ever imagine, our paths would cross again, but they did. My heart started pounding.When she was done purchasing the vanilla ice cream, she turned towards my direction and when she saw me she shouted in shock. She couldn't believe it. After how many months of being apart. But there we were facing each other and exchanging malicious glances. I wanted to kill her because I trusted her and she played me. As we got closer, she was smiling and she wanted to hug me as if nothing had ever happened. I flinched away from her hug and her eyes widened in shock. But why was she surprised?“Your dress is nice and you look so beautiful and better than the last time we met… that means that everything went on well for you as I planned," she said and I wanted to kill her more. Silence prevails for a while before I spoke up. “How could you do that to me, — your bestie?… I mean ex!" I yelled at her, I could keep it in me. She was shamelessly taking the credit for my glow. “Hey lower your v