“Keira! Keira!”
Keira heard Mr. Watson call her name, she looked in his direction; he gave her the sign that she should get ready to come up on stage. As much as she wants to go to that man who looked like Stephen; the speech she is about to give is much more important. She went back to the venue as Mr. Watson was waiting for her.
Keira was so uneasy that the words her Nana is saying were just flowing from ear to ear; she could not understand a thing, but she noticed the crowd went completely quiet; then her Nana looked at her and encouraged her to get up the stage.
“Thank you, Nana, good evening ladies, and gentlemen; I would like to introduce myself to all of you again. My name is Keira Greene; and not Gray; I started working as a rank and file employee last year to better understand how the company works from the smallest employee to a managerial level. I would lik
“Please don’t torment my son, I beg of you Ms. President”Mr. Watson tried to joke with Keira, his demeanor changed as if he really did not like Keira for his son even if it was just a joke.“Well then, you’re missing out on having the best daughter in law Mr. Watson.”Both of them giggled, Keira really wants to make Mr. Watson feel better because of the long years he worked for his father; he is like family to her.“Ms. President; we should get going, the meeting starts in ten minutes.”Keira nodded, she took a deep breath as she stood up and prepared herself for the meeting. The whole board room was quiet as she stepped inside. There are familiar faces and new ones as well; the board of directors is complete today eager to hear the very first meeting the new CEO will preside.
Keira could not believe her eyes, the person she wanted to confront for the last seven years is now standing in front of her. She could not be mistaken, he was that Stephen!The only guy who she gave a chance to know her on a personal level, the one who had access to her on a physical and intimate level; also the one who disappeared on her and dated her best friend.“Why does he act like he does not recognize me? Did my face change that much? Or is this jerk just acting it out?”Keira clenched her fists as resentment thrummed through her veins. She let out a deep sigh and took the courage to ask him again.“Did you just say your name is Stephen?”“Yes, but I am more comfortable with my second name; Clarke.”Keira nodded and smiled as she plotted her revenge on this egotistical jerk.
“Give me the keys, I’m driving.”Keira asked for her keys as she walked towards her car, while Clarke was trailing after her. He looked confused, thinking if Keira was serious earlier. Nevertheless, he complied and sat on the passenger side.“Ms. President, where are we going?”Clarke asked in a low voice, he does not want to appear like a scared little girl in front of a powerful woman like Keira.“I told you earlier, I’m going to take you home.”Keira told Clarke as she giggled at his reaction. He just nodded looking very embarrassed.“Don’t worry Clarke; you don’t have to take everything I say too seriously. It is our temporary office that’s why I am taking you there.”Clarke sighed with relief, Keira felt insulte
Keira made sure to get a reaction from Clarke, but he was so dense or incredibly stupid not to get the hint that she is that woman.“Same here, I drank that day but when we did it I was sober. It was everything that I’ve ever wanted.”Clarke seemed serious as he gulped his beer.“This prick does not really recognize me… You are going to fall for me real hard and I will make sure to stomp all over you when you’re down”Keira murmured as she made it clear to herself that Clarke really deserves to be punished. They both finished two bottles each, and both of them made clear their alcohol limit is not even one can consider average.They were laughing as they were sharing stories; however, Keira felt his genuine loneliness whenever he talks about the love he lost. His words felt like a dagger to her heart
“We have just started dating and we want to start exploring our relationship first before talking about marriage.”Keira was taken aback by what she heard from Clarke who was trying to save her from the situation.“Ms. Elisa, we can’t let them get married, my family has nothing to offer to yours we will be a shame to your lineage. Please, reconsider.”Mr. Watson was begging the family matriarch to let go of his son. It further fueled Ms. Elisa’s anger.“I am disappointed with you Mr. Watson, you know my family very well and we never compare any family as inferior to ours. So no, I won’t accept your reason.”Clarke stood up and talked sincerely to Ms. Elisa.“Please let our relationship take its normal course, I would like Keira to experience it all, a grand p
“What was that for?”Keira asked Clarke in a low voice, she felt bad when he stopped and left her wanting for more. Clarke instantly hushed her lips with another kiss and then whispered in her ear.“It seems like your Nana will really not let us go, look at the door.”Her Nana was there with another elderly woman.“I’m sorry did we interrupt you two?”Ms. Elisa was smiling when she walked closer to them.“Not at all Nana, I’m sorry you had to see too much today… By the way, I thought you left already.”“I figure out you need help around here so you two can focus on your work and other things.”The old lady was ecstatic with her anticipation of Keira getting married.
They both giggled at Keira’s joke. They continued chatting and Keira browsed at Clarkes’ notes and then her lips curled upwards with what she saw… No one has ever done this for her;“You have a talent with sketching.”Clarke glanced at her smiling while looking at his sketch.“It is an old hobby, do you like it?”“Do I like it? Are you serious? No, I don’t like it!”Clarke’s face turned poignant. Then Keira kisses his cheeks, he instantly smiled.“I love it. You are beyond doubt the best boyfriend I ever had.”He giggled at Keira’s words.“How many boyfriends have you had?”Clarke was curious how many men did he defeat for Keira’s top boyfrien
“You really are such a Lady Devil, teasing me like this.”Clarke was panting and whispering softly at Keira, one of his hot hand was caressing her legs while the other one is tightly gripping her hips. He is trying his best to suppress the overwhelming eagerness he is feeling.Keira chuckled as she was satisfied with the emotion she successfully evoked on him. She tried to go down the counter-top but Clarke was still grabbing her tightly.“I have so much in store for you; wait till I charge you for the full payment later.”She slightly pushed Clarke out of her way. Clarke kissed her cheek before he completely let go of her. While eating breakfast the two were chatting, as if they were really trying to get to know each other better.“I’m yours the whole weekend, so we better make the most out of it.”
“Twins?” Keira stuttered when the doctor’s words sunk in her mush brain. “Babe, we are having twins! Did you hear that?”Clarke kissed Keira’s forehead. He was excitedly jumping around. “hush, babe can you hear our twins&rsquo
“Mom!”Keira screamed, Mr. Greene’s eyebrows drew in together. He was confused with Keira’s reaction.“Why are you screaming? Why do you look so sad?”Keira faced her father, who looked confused. She got even more confused.“You
Keira and Clarke went back to work. They were focused on their projects to avoid thinking about Frida. Admittedly, a huge part of their life was gone because of her; the funny thing is, she wasn’t even part of it a few months back. Life has a sense of humor, that most of the times we just can’t get. They just have to live with it, live with the pain. Keira felt lucky to have both Tara and Frida to risk their life for her. She does not know what she did to deserve them, nevertheless she is eternally grateful.After her meeting, Keira rested her head
Mr. Watson tapped Clarkes’ shoulders as he cried. Keira reached halfway and was joined by her Nana towards the altar where Clarke and Mr. Watson were waiting.“Babe, I may not have given you the perfect wedding, but I will strive and do my hardest to give you the perfect marriage.”Clarke’s voice was cracking his emotional state was obvious. He cleared his throat before he continued.
The next day, Keira and Clarke were headed to their office. They are scheduled to give out invitations for their wedding. Today, they did not park at the VIP parking, instead they parked in front of the building since it is only Clarke who would do the errands and Keira will stay inside their car.While she was browsing her phone, looking for cute baby names, she heard a loud music. She did not look around, but she moved her head and sang along with it.
“That’s a great news sis!”Keira hugged Frida, who was surprised with her gesture; however, it was a delightful change for Keira. Frida just thought that Keira’s hormonal changes are preparing her to be a great momma.“Yeah, by the way, where are you guys spending your Christmas eve?”Keira asked Frida. The question stunned her, and she glanced at Clarke’s direction. It migh
Clarke went back to the poolside to wait for the two girls. Keira went inside their room and searched for the doctor’s card. She called him even if her question embarrassed her; she wanted to be sure that they will not harm the baby in her tummy.“Dr. Smith, this is Keira, remember me from earlier?”“Ms. Greene, how can I forget? Is there anything I could do for you?”Keira was in front
“Keira, we are here now.”Frida woke Keira up, who fell asleep because of her headache. She gently opened her eyes and saw the familiar Moore’s residence.The Moore’s are like them; one of the top conglomerates in the country, they own the biggest shipping companies in the country. Their estate is also similar to theirs; they ha
Clarke opened the door for the two ladies. Frida took a deep breath before she entered the humongous door.They connected a screen projector to Keira’s laptop. “What is this all about? I am getting nervous with you two.”