Carter's POV
I went to the office early because I have a lot of pending work to do. A few employees were around when I got to the office. I entered the elevator and went straight to my office. I took off my jacket after I got inside and hung it on the stand. I sat down, loosened my tie a bit and started working. It took me 4 hours to finish and I was tired by the time I finished. I was stretching when I heard a knock on the door. "Good morning sir" Clinton's head popped in "You can come in" Carter said, straightening up "I also came in twice but you were so occupied that you didn't notice." The secretary explained "It's fine. I've finalised all that needs to be done on the L&B project, so I'd send the documents to you. You just need to print them out, give it to the department in charge of overseeing the project and they should start working immediately they get the document" He instructed "Yes sir" "Is there anything that requires my signature or anything I need to know" He inquired "Yes sir, the head of strategic planning department brought some documents over that need your signature and the Expense management needs to get your approval before collecting money from the cashier" he listed "Alright, you can bring them while I send the documents to you" he said He sends the documents to the secretary while awaiting his arrival. Clinton came in minutes later and gave him the documents He signed on them and returned them to him. "I'd be leaving now. Do anything that needs to be done and if there's anything you need or can't do, pull a call through to me." He said He switched off his laptop, picked up his suit and left the office. He entered his car and decided to stop at a boutique to get his parents and sister something. He stopped in front of a boutique. The name, Fashion Vault, was boldy displayed. He got down and walked inside. He felt impressed by the interiors and how big it looked.He went to the male section first and got his dad a wristwatch and pairs of shoes. He paid for the items and moved to the female section. He loved what he saw and marvelled also at the amount of quality items in the boutique. He got his mum a set of jewellery and heels too, then he looked around for where to get his sister something and found the section for younger ladies. He was walking and checking through the items when he bumped into a lady. She apologised and when she raised her head, his jaw dropped while she was amused. "You again." I pointed at her Her face switched from being amused to confusion. "Me again!!" She repeated "Yes, You." I countered back "What happen to me?" she asked surprised "Are you stalking me?" I asked her "Stal......king?" she stammered, taken aback by my choice of word "Yes, stalking." I retorted, facing her directly I notice a fair-skinned lady walking towards us. She stopped beside the lady I was talking to and asked her what the matter was. "Can you just imagine this guy here calling me a stalker?" She scoffed as she explained The other lady looked at me like I was some dickhead. "A stalker??" She also repeated I got so irritated and said "Do you both find it hard to grasp things once?? Why do you keep repeating the word like it's the first time you're hearing it?" I snapped at them "I think I've gotten enough of this" the girl I'm familiar with said She moved closer to me with menacing steps and stopped when she was an inch closer that we could feel each other's breath on our faces. The other one tried to hold her back but she flung her hand away. It was now my turn to be amused because I want to know what she can do. "How dare you walk into my boutique and accuse me of stalking you when it's the other way round?" She questioned Her question caused me to blink twice and I could see a smirk play on her face "You must be kidding." I told her "Why would I lie?? I'm not like you." she retorted "Vina, it's enough." The other lady stopped her when I was about to reply her "So her name is Vina." I repeated "What can we help you with sir? You seem to be stuck on what to choose." the other lady said I looked at her like she can't know what to help me with. She saw the way I looked at her, she stretched her hand forward. "My bad. My name's Kate and this is my friend Avina like she said earlier she owns this boutique" she introduced I did not want to look rude so I accepted her handshake. "I'm looking for something to get my younger sister." I told her "Oh, follow me." she said leading the wayI turned back to look at the Vina lady and her glares were intense that I couldn't withstand them and faced the lady in front of me. We stopped in front of a clothing rack and I could see amazing gowns lined up. My eyes spotted a tiny strapped lavender gown with a slit "This won't be bad" I muttered to myself "I'd take this" I called the lady's attention "That's such a nice choice. I'm sure she'd love it" she commended "I know right because I have an eye for the best" I commended myself "Definitely." The Kate lady smiled backI thanked her and walked up to the counter after choosing heels to match the gown.~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ VINA'S POV "How dare he walk into my boutique and accuse me of stalking him?? The guts of him." I fumed pacing around my office in anger "To think I was about to exchange pleasantries with him and apologise about the other day??" I scoffed at my thoughts Kate walked in minutes later and sat down looking at me. I could not hold it in so I spoke "Why are you giving me that look?" I asked her "Care to explain what happened downstairs?" She inquired with a straight face "It's nothing much I promise. I........" I started explaining how I met him and what transpired between us. Immediately after I ended my explanation, Kate burst into laughter. "I'm so sorry." She apologised but still kept laughing "Is this girl normal at all?? I'm so sorry but she's still laughing?" I thought I shook my head and went to sit down. When she finished having her fun, it was my turn to keep a straight face. "Care to tell me what was so funny?" I asked sitting up straight "Why would you stuff your card in his pocket and leave?? You could have just apologised again since you were clearly at fault." she explained "But I already apologised to his driver since it took him years to get down." I shrugged "And I expected him to call." I added "You clearly said it yourself that from his looks and all, he looked rich so why would he call you??" She stated "Well, I could have contributed or give him something." I said "Well, it seems Mr Rich and Handsome doesn't need any of that." She said "That's his business then." I concluded "Lest I forget Kate, we'd stop by tomorrow. We have a lot of work to do here, we might not go to the office" I explained to her "Alright girl." she winked at me "So tell me about Bryan. Have you gone to see him yet??" I asked "Not yet. I was planning to stop by his place after we're done here." She answered"Just be careful Kate and if anything happens, do not hesitate to pull a call through to me" I told her "I know you'd always have my back and I'm so happy I have you." She smiled and stood up to come hug me "Stop being dramatic baby girl. What we signed is forever." I assured her "So Vina, let's be frank here. Won't you date again after Zach?? It's been four years now, Vina." Kate inquired staring into her friend's eye "I thought I already made it clear that I don't want to talk about this." I said looking pissed off "For how long Vina?? For how long??? We can't keep ignoring this issue or turning a blind eye to it. We'd have to discuss it one day and today is the day." she said Kate stood up from her seat and sat on the table facing Vina "I know it's hard to get over but then you need to be strong and continue living your life. You can't continue living this way." Kate continued "I'm trying Kate, I am. But it's not as easy as you think. I keep breaking down anytime it crosses my mind. I feel so weak and alone anytime I think about it. I really do want to go back out there and continue but I just can't." Vina said breaking down into tears "Don't worry, we'd find a way." Kate consoled her friendCarter's POV I left the boutique after I was done shopping and drove straight to my parent's house. I got there and parked my car while the gateman offered to help me with the shopping bags. We both walked in and I saw my parents in the living room while my sister was eating at the dining. She ran up to me and hugged me the moment she noticed my entry "Hey, big bro. I've missed you so much" she pouted as she complained "I'm sorry sweetie, I had a lot to do this week" I pinched her cheek playfully and explained "It's fine as long as you are here now" She smiled "Well, big brother got you something" I smiled as I collected the bag from the gateman and handed it over to her She squealed happily and hugged me. "Nia darling, go up to your room and check out the gift, we need to talk to your brother" Mrs Sanchez instructed her daughter "Alright Mom" she said and ran up the stairs The gateman dropped the bag and returned to his post. "Good evenin
She got into her room, slumped down on the bed and started weeping. She dragged her pillow closer, buried her face deep inside and continued crying. "Knock, knock" She heard someone knocking "I don't want to see anyone" She shouted back at whoever was there But the person didn't answer. The door creaked open revealing her father. He closed the door behind him and went to meet her sprawled figure on the bed. He didn't say anything instead he sat down beside her and patted her head. She continued crying till she felt she had exhausted all her tears. She raised her head. Her eyes looked red and puffy, her nose was runny and she kept hiccuping. Her father reached out to her drawer and handed her the box of tissues, he also poured her water from the jug that was on the table. After wiping her nose, she collected the water from him and drank. When he saw that she has calmed down, he adjusted his sitting position "You don't need to be a drama queen on this ma
AVINA'S POV I already woke up an hour ago but I felt reluctant to stand up because I'd have to tell my dad my decision even though he isn't going to pressure me to tell him. But I feel like the earlier, the better. I sat down and thought and ruminate on what to say or decide. Finally, I concluded. I got up and went to Bath then I wore my clothes I did a little makeup because my eyes were swollen and I did not want Kate to notice anything. She can read me and she knows me more than myself I stepped out of my room and walked downstairs. My sister wasn't anywhere to be found so I guessed she'd have gone to work. My sister is a model and an actress. She's one of the most sought-after actresses and she's well paid. Also, we both own a charity organisation. And to think I've never watched any of her movies. "Hmphhhhh" I breathed as I walked towards my dad. "Good morning Dad" I greeted him "How are you feeling now sweetie" he asked "I'm fine Daddy. Thank
CARTER'S POV "Why the hell would he meddle in my office affairs again after doing so to my personal life" I fumed, angry. "And to think I had to dress nice and get this disheartening news" I mumbled and sat down "Do I have anything on my schedule today?" I asked Clinton "Yes sir, you have a meeting with the production department and strategic planning team. Tomorrow and Saturday are also full" he said "Should you have said that??" I rolled my eyes at him "I'd still have said it. The earlier the better" Clinton beamed "Does this seem funny to you?? It's like you enjoy getting on my nerves" I rolled my eyes at him. "This is the time when I need Leonard" I muttered under my breath again "Sir, I've been meaning to ask. When is he returning??" Clinton inquired I and Clinton bonded well over time. He seemed to improve and now he does his work diligently and efficiently. "Well, I don't know. I haven't called him in a while but I'd inform you after
AUTHOR'S POV Daisy was sitting on the balcony enjoying the morning breeze when her phone rang. "Good morning ma'am" the man at the other end greeted "How's it coming along" she asked ignoring his greeting "Well, there's nothing to report because all he does is go to work, attend meetings and return home. No new thing" the man reported "Continue tailing him. You'd find something worthy to report if you concentrate more and take this job seriously" she said "Alright ma" he said and she hung up "Hmmm, so no girl or lady. That's a good report. That means he still hasn't moved on" she thought and smiled to herself She picked up her glass of wine and smiled mischievously. She drowned the whole cup and left the balcony She met her mother watching the news. Mrs Hemmington turned and said "Why can't you just leave the boy alone?? You were the cause for whatever happened b
VINA'S POV It felt like the night passed by quickly. Because I laid down a few minutes ago to sleep and now it's morning. I hope this ends well. I got up from my bed and checked the time. It displayed 10:00 am, which means I have two hours to get ready. I entered the bathroom, wrapped a towel around my head and took my bath. I dried my body and applied lotion. Then I took out my dress and wore it. I arranged my air and curled it as directed by Bella yesterday. After I was done, I applied lipgloss and wore my heels. I walked into my closet to choose a bag. I finally settle for a silver clutch purse. I took my keys and left my room. As usual, everyone was already out except my dad. He was busy on his iPad. I walked up to him and greeted him. He bade me goodbye and good luck then I stepped out and went to where my car was parked and drove out of the compound. My dad already told me the name of the restaurant so I typed it into the GPS and I drove there. I got there a
I left the restaurant after I completed my food. He already paid so I washed down the food with the wine and stood up to go home. I went to where my car was parked and I drove home. My sister and I drove into the compound at the same time. Guess her shoot took time because it was already evening" I thought as I got down "Hy sis" I waved at her as I walked inside "Hy sis" she mimicked. I ignored her since I know she was trying to get on my nerves. I've also noticed some weird changes in her lately. We didn't see throughout last week because she was busy but she sent me money twice. I called her to ask what the money was for but she just ignored the question and hung up. She has also been sending me gifts the company she models for gives to her. Now thanks to her, I have enough perfume and cosmetics to last me the whole year. I asked her why she sent them when she eventually came home and she said she hasn't finished the ones with her. "How did your date go"
VINA'S POV The weekend ran by weekly, same as the week. Everything moved so fast that I could barely account for what I did in a day or during the week. A lot really happened and one of them is that I noticed some changes in Kate but she refused to open up to me. I didn't want to look like I'm bothersome so I left her hoping she'd tell me someday I got to work the week after my date with Carter and it wasn't funny. I took out the anger and annoyance I should have poured on him when we were on the date. Mrs Simon and her friends loved their dress and referred more people. Our social media account followers tripled when the new designs were uploaded. The boutique was restocked and now looks full. I explained how everything went on the date to Kate and she could not help but laugh all through my story. She kept saying "You both would make the best couple" and it irritated me but I really don't have the strength to argue with her. I kept murmuring, speaking to myself about ho