The day had finally arrived, when her fate in this world would be decided. Elise had arrived early for her interview, but the interview started immediately at 2 pm, since there weren't many called for the interview, it took just two hours. They had to wait for another hour to receive the results. Elise silently made a prayer to God, she had to
get this.After what seemed like an eternity, Elise and the lady who sneered at her earlier, she got to know her name Ella were called inside. They had been chosen to be the next models since they fit perfectly for the theme of their collection. Elise was so elated that immediately she signed the contract and after a briefing, she rushed home to deliver the good news.She was on her way to catch the evening bus when she was stopped by a guy dressed in all black." Sorry miss for the disturbance, but our boss needs tospeak to you" the guy said pointing to the car parked justbeside the road. Elise glanced the same direction and saw through the car window a guy looking her direction. She was able to recognize him as theguy from earlier. But what does he want? She couldn't risk getting into the stranger's car. These thoughts crossed her mind as she closed in.Logan had spotted her get out of the building and decided to invite her in, it was the perfect time to introduce himself. He was sure she could remember her.When the bodyguard led her to him, he was able to readher mind and he decided to get out of the vehicle." I'm really sorry to take your precious time but I couldn't help myself, since the very first time I set my eyes on you , I could not get you out of my mind, so when I saw you I had to grab the opportunity, hope you won't mind please." Logan said extending his hand." I won't mind as long as you won't harm me in any way" Elise replied." How could I do any harm to you when you have captured my heart in ways no other woman has, I couldn't possibly hurt not even a strand of your hair. I'm Logan. Nice to finally meet you in person." Logan said extending his arm for greeting.'I’m Elise" she said smiling while revealing a set of perfectly arranged teeth. Elise had to agree that the guy was too charming and his words just melt her heart.Logan's heart began to beat uncontrollably, he was mesmerized by the enchanting smile that he continued to hold onto her hand, to add to it that name sent electric current throughout his body. What a turn ofevents, destiny must be playing a trick on him."Such a beautiful name. Would you allow me to give you a ride wherever you are headed. I'm sure we are headed the same direction since I spotted you earlier in the morning." Logan said." I don't want to bother you guys, besides I couldn't possibly ride with a stranger but thanks for your offer."Elise said.‘ It's fine if you insist, please have my contact and call me whenever you get time, I'll be waiting for your call. " Logan said handing her a card which she immediately took and slide inside her sling bag. Their hands slightly brushed and Elise swore she felt a cold current flow through her veins. She however excused herself and headed for the bus stop. She got inside and waited for like ten minutes for the bus to get filled. All through her mind was filled with the images of Logan, the feeling of his warm and huge hands holding hers. She could already envision herself wrapped in his warm embrace. She began to smile at herself as the bus drove away. She arrived home when it was already nightfall, the drive from town was slow due to traffic which eased up when the were at the outskirts of the town. She went inside the house and found everyone present. Uncle Chris and aunt Charity were already back home. She headed straight to grandmother Caren and give her a big hug. Eyes filled with tears, she broke the good news to her which everyone heard. They all joined in the ground hug and congratulated her on her success. They became so happy that theregiggles and laughter could be heard a few metres from home.Logan who couldn't contain his excitement closely followed Elise to her home after she alighted from the bus. She wasn't able to detect anyone following her, she was too excited to reach home. Logan witnessed the family interaction through the window. Though he was attracted to the human blood, he was able to control his desires at the moment. He already had his fresh supply of blood, his unsuspecting bodyguards. He normally drew out their blood but made sure to erase any memories of that incident.Logan then headed back to his car parked by the roadside five hundred metres from Elise's home. That night he had to make ready his plans to succeed the throne.Back at Elise home, the celebration eventually died down in the night when everyone went to sleep. Elise however couldn't get any sleep. She was too thrilled by the day's events, first getting the job and second the handsome guy from before. It's seemed luck was on her side that night, she took out the card from before from her sling bag which was on the table close to her bed, she read out his name which sounded like sweet music to her ears, Logan Reigns, what a nice name. Elise wondered how life could be if she decided to have a boyfriend then. She was turning eighteen in the next two months from what was noted on the name tag, at least her parents were able to let her know about that. While at college and high school she never entertained any boys who wanted a relationship with her, she had to follow the teachings of her grandmother that she should ensure that she was financially stable before getting into any relationship.Elise then climbed onto her bed and lay on it facing the ceiling. She had to ensure that her life was as planned, get a job and support her family, which was already becoming a reality. She decided to plan for the next day since it would be on a weekend. She had to do shopping for clothes from the money she had been saving the start of her job. With these thoughts in mind, she drifted off into a peaceful night sleep.Early the next morning when everyone was still asleep , Eva was the first to wake up, she quickly headed into Elise's room, she heard her parents talking about Elise's new job. She became too excited and went directly to her room." Sister .... sister wake up' Eva shouted while shaking her up, " wake up sister, is it true that you will be a model now?" Eva asked positioning herself beside Elise bed who was already woken up by the constant shaking and noise." Why did you have to do that Eva, it's quite early in the morning, besides it's on a weekend so you should be sleeping right now." Elise responded rubbing her eyes and sitting up." It's true that I got the job, but still it's on a weekend and besides I haven't started yet, so what's the hurry" Elise said finally fully awake."You know that I'm so excited about that, my sister is a model, I'll brag about that in school, some of my classmates normally talk about their sisters working as models. I'm so happy that I'll have something to talkabout." Eva said happily."You silly girl what's there to brag about, it's just a job like any other." Elise replied messing up Eva's hair.‘ But sister do you think I could also become a model in future, just like you." Eva said excitedly.‘ Of course you can, everything you set your heart and mind to will always work out. Now you go back to sleep remember you have to get enough sleep before you head to school on Monday." Elise said getting back to bed. Eva nodded and left Elise's room skipping and she went out.Elise went back to sleep and woke up late in the day when the morning chores were all done. Since she couldn't go for the morning run as the scorching sun was already up, she decided to take a shower and prepare for the day. She had to carefully plan on how to use her savings when out later to shop for her clothes. When done Elise headed out of her room but was met by Charity who pushed her back to her room.Elise was left wondering what could have happened since her aunt seemed to be in such a foul mood." Who do you think you are to sleep up to this hour? Just because you found a job now you think you are better than everyone else. Who do you think will carry out your chores for you? Grandma has been putting up with this stupidity but I won't do that any longer, you are a grown up and should be responsible enough, instead of letting grandmother do all the things for you, you should be ashamed of yourself." Charity said fuming with anger.Elise was left tongue tied, even though she k
It was late in the evening when Elise and the twins got back home. Grandmother was seated lazily on the bench at the back yard watching the beautiful sunset. She marvelled at the wonderful life that God had gifted her even after the death of her husband. She had taken good care of their children making sure that all of them got educated, it was now an individual's decision to find a job and support themselves. She had really tried her best, looking back at the situation she had been left in.Eva and Adam quickly rushed to grandmother excitedly. They had brought her back to the present with their endless shouting describing their experience back at aunt Jennifer place. Their uncle Jeremy had been away and only returned the moment they prepared to leave, but since they got a chance to see that baby and hold him, they could not hide their excitement.The two happily narrated their encounter to grandmother as they laughed heartily. Elise felt herself getting emotional as she knew she woul
The bus arrived few minutes later and Elise boarded it immediately. She was lost in her own world as she stared out of the window. She really had no idea whether she would find a place to stay but just went blindly, hoping that by the end of the day she would have worked something out.At the outskirts of the town Elise decided to alight from the bus, she was sure that the amount she had could not let her get any room within the city, she had to save as much as she could since it would be a long time timm she be able to get an apartment. She carried her suitcase as she moved from one rentalhouset o another in search of a room she could afford, but all of them seemed really expensive. The cheapest price was one hundred and fifty dollars which she couldn't afford at that time if she wanted to push through the month with the little money she had.It was already 1 am but she had yet to find a room, Elise felt so exhausted and went to a nearby shade to have a little rest. The guy who had
Elise had slept through the rest of the morning and got up early in the afternoon. She had been woken up by the pangs of hunger that wouldn't let her get any more peaceful sleep, it was also a blessing in disguise as she had to prepare herself for thenext day. She made her way to the kitchen, she definitely knewthat she wouldn't find anything there but decided to tryout her luck. Opening the refrigerator, she was shocked to find it fully stocked with fresh vegetablesand ingredients. It was like they had just been brought in . Elise was left wondering whether someone who had traveled abroad would have that pile of food.Elise however decided not to think so much about it and prepared herself the easiest meal at the time, spaghetti and sausages that were easily available.She felt no need of heading back to the dining table and decided to enjoy her meal within the kitchen. It tasted much better than she had anticipated. Back at home since every dish prepared included alot of people d
The moment the computer got opened Ella felt herself suffocating, did it mean that she would lose her job, from the director's facial expression he was definitely mad and Ella knew better than anyone to keep quiet. Obviously she had been the one who picked up a fight with Elise. The video stopped playing and immediately Mr. William looked up at the already shaken Ella. She was a really beautiful lady full of potential but it was a shame they didn't entertain such characters at the company."Now that it's clear that Ella started it all, Elise you are allowed to leave and report to your station, I’ll deal with Ella myself." Mr. William said.Elise the moment she heard this verdict jumped up in happiness, she immediately scurried away from the room not wanting anything more to do with the case."Now Ella what more can you say about this?" Mr. William asked. Ella who had been previously scared suddenly changed her approach, she knew she was doomed and had to find a way of escaping this em
"Of course sir, it would be a great honour for me to get such a rare opportunity." replied Elise. The outcome of the situation wasn't something she had really envisioned. God might have been on her side that day, it was a great opening for her career as their company and her would be exposed to the world, this would definitely be a booster to her career."That is settled then " the manager said as he made his way out. Ella who hadn't been able to accept the new development was fuming with anger, how could that useless girl beat her and get such a huge deal. She wasn't going to accept this when she knew very well that Elise could not beat her. She was about to follow after the manager and complain about when suddenly the secretary met him halfway down the hallway informinghim about the important guests waiting for him at the office. Ella stamped her feet as such an opportunity escaped her.Elise who was so elated about this hurriedly went out, she had to share this great news with her
It was late at night when Miranda received the weekly magazine, she had an obsession with fashion trends and had to get the highly coveted magazine. Checking the cover photograph she got so shocked that the magazine slipped from her hands and dipped itself into the basin of warm water that she had soaked her feet in.What had Elise just done! Did she know the consequences of being in the limelight for someone like her. Miranda felt cold sweats forming on her forehead. Elise's mother had tried so much to keep her far away from the prying eyes of everyone yet she just destroyed all her hard work. The council better not find out about her existence, the striking resemblance between the two could never escape anyone's keen eyes.There had once been a prophecy thousands of years ago about the birth of a human witch who would wipe out the entire witch existence. Every witch knew about this prophecy but never thought it could be fulfilled, it was a taboo for a witch to have relationship with
On Tuesday morning Ella made way back into the company, today they had been scheduled to officially start their photo shoot at an undisclosed location, but first they had to report to work. Ella made her way to William's office, after she tried reaching him the entire night with no reply she knew that she could only find him at work. William's secretary the moment she saw Ella sneered at her but all the same let her inside, the previous day she had peeked at the director's office after Elise had left wondering what the two would be up to several minutes after Elise left. She was shocked to find the two kissing passionately. She closed the door immediately and went back to her station, as though nothing had happened."Good morning sir, Ella the moment she got inside and found William seated elegantly on a chair."Good morning Ella, what could I do for you today." Inquired William, yesterday's temptation was too much for him to bear, he had almost shouted her name when he made love to