All Chapters of It Started With The Hickeys: Chapter 21 - Chapter 30

"Are we, Director?" Chuckling, Zachary playfully acquires the older woman's affirmation. "Don't amplify the already blazing fire with your chivalry, Mr. Simon" Without reticence, she casually mutters before the Director could respond and misunderstood the entire situation. "Hahaha. You're no fun, Miss Monticello" he smirks at the end. Being in the confines of the Director's office no one heard the reason for VP Simon's laughter. "This is purely a business dinner, Director. I don't plan to be roasted alive in this company before I could even fulfill my task" turning to the Director, she casually explains. "The night is not covered by the official office hours, Miss Monticello. Anyone could assume" A snickering smile carve the side of the Director's lips. "Well, let's extend my working hours today, Director. And you will be the approving superior for my overtime. This dinner will be an official function" undeterred by the implications thrown at her, she casually announces. "You'r

Clad in tan color tailored shorts and a low neckline sleeveless cream color button top, she pairs it with signature heeled boots she found among the clothes delivered yesterday. "I love this outfit. Whoever is preparing these clothes, we have the same taste in wardrobe" Checking herself in the mirror, she smiles at her reflection. Her tiny dimples are showing at the sides of her pinkish lips, while her eyes disappear whenever she smiles, making her more charming. "I've never dreamt of wearing this collection every day. But I'm not complaining. It's simply superb" she giggles while turning around in front of the mirror. "Well, enjoy while it lasts" She gave herself another charming smile before grabbing the long sleeve coat that would complete her outfit. Today she wears an elegant three-piece business suit that gave her a model vibe. She just let her hair down, styled in huge curls at the ends. While a pearl earring adorns her ears, the only jewelry she wears. Her neck is bare of a

With hands covering her neck, her gaping eyes quickly averted to Xander. Failing her facade. And Zachary saw the distressed look she gave Xander. But before anyone could say a thing, the elevator door opens. They reached her floor. "It's your floor, Miss Monticello" His casualness is disconcerting.The two security with them step out and took their spot on both sides of the door. However, she hesitates to step outside. She can't go out without making certain she is decent. "It was meant as a joke, Miss Monticello. Nothing is on your neck" After seeing her distress, Zachary mutters. Though relieved, hearing his amendment horrified her. What is he trying to do? "I don't think your man will put you in an awkward predicament while wearing his marks" he added while staring at her gaping eyes. "What can you say, CEO Wright?" Zachary casually turns to him. If Skye is horrified by Zachary's boldness, Xander meets his gaze with an unamused one. With all the emotional turmoil Zachary i

Social climber, that's how rumors about Skye have been spreading. A farmer's daughter who uses her body to gain stature in high society."Wow, another Silhouettes Design's exclusive collection" The next day after the meeting, Skye and Cheryl meet Director Cameron's entourage while on the way to the cafeteria. Before they could exchange polite greetings the first thing the director mentioned was her attire.She has no time to research the clothes prepared for her. This morning she tried to wear the clothes she brought with her, but Xander was the first to object. He insisted she wear the new clothes he ordered for her.And there she is, clad in an ivory long-sleeve pencil-cut dress that perfectly hugs her slender figure. Paired with a bow ankle strap stiletto point-toe pumps in champagne color. The notable part of her outfit is the intricate belt made of precious pearls that adorn her slim waist.She meets the woman's gauging eyes with her calm ones. She has no intention to create an

Marco pulls Chelsea into his arms and hugs both her and Nico. Chelsea on the other hand is trying to find possible help. If the man would try to come close, she would scream. While they remain on their feet, too stunned to move, the man continues to watch them. And his gaze would always return to Nico's face. Even Nico felt the tension between the adults. Getting scared, he wraps his arms around his uncle's neck and hides his face in his neck. "Will you kill to get him?" Despite not wanting to say it, he grimly asks.He has been preparing himself for the inevitable. He will protect Chelsea and Nico at all costs. The man's eyes turned to look at him but did not say anything. Their cold gazes clash as they duel in silence. "Are you capable of protecting him?" After the long silence, the man casually smirks. His dark orbs glint in ominous amusement. Why would the man be amused? Has he been gauging him? "I will kill to protect him" Undeterred and without tearing his gaze away from