Arianne's pov
Five years later....
"Tara! Come down now if not, I'm going to get you myself!" I yell on top of my lungs to my four year old daughter.
Years have gone so fast my daughter and her brother are all little grown up now.
Seems like yesterday that I don't know what to do with them. I've read many books on how to take care of newborn especially in my case, they're twins.
But in reality, nothing could define or explain how difficult it is. First, change the diaper of Jacob my son or feed my daughter Tara because she's already crying out loud which she does a lot of times.
Yeah, I have twins. My son Jacob was seventeen minutes older to his sister Tara.
My father has helped me go through with my pregnancy. He didn't leave me and gave me a comfortable pregnacy life and even after I gave birth.
That's why we really really love him soooo much. That's what me and my kids tell him everytime we have a chance.
Now he already retired from his job and just help me raise my kids whom we often called "double troublemakers".
I never went to further my education thinking that the twins needed more of my time.
Right now I'm working, for already three years, as an assistant to the HR manager in an advertising company. I love my work and to think this is just my first regular job.
My plans to work when I got pregnant went downhill when almost everyday I would throw up and have cramps several times in a day. It was indeed a very difficult pregnancy but my determination to become a good mom helps a lot for me to endure it.
"Mommyyyy!!!!!" Tara screams while sobbing as she going down the stairs. I quickly grab her in my arms.
"what's wrong my sweetheart? 'you okay?"
"I don't wanna go to school!" she said in between her sobs.
I carefully placed her on a separate chair in a corner as I turn to give her a glass of water for her to drink which she didn't refuse.
"my baby we talked about this already. You are going to school and isn't it great you have company. You have your brother with you. Me, when I first went to my school when I was like your age, I also got scared but thankfully, my teacher and my classmates are all nice. Then I got more friends. Don't you like that?" she nodded but pull me into a bear hug.
Tara's got her dad's eyes and hair. My dad always says my children resemble their father a lot. Not to mention Jacob, my first born.
He not only look like a mini Jace, but also talk and act. One thing that make me smile about my son, it's that he also sounded like his dad when he tries to sing, very awful!
And that one thing is I'm proud to say about Tara. Without any training, she sings good and very natural.
After our talk, I transferred my daughter beside her brother and quickly clean her face with tissue. Then I served her breakfast just like her brother who is already enjoying it.
"Mommy! C'mon we're going to be late!" Jacob said after he drank his milk.
I nodded. "Dad we're living!" I yelled to my dad upstairs. He's already done with his breakfast but he's also coming with us for my kids first day of school.
"okay I'm coming in a sec!"
I quickly clear the table and turn to double check their bags and lunches.
Then I gently grab Tara who already stopped crying, and their school bags then headed to my car. My dad and Jacob followed excitedly.
When my kids enter their classroom, I talk shortly with their teacher then take my leave to go to my workplace.
My father said he's gonna stay a little more and said he'll just take a cab back home after.
"Good morning ma'am Arianne!" Rico, the security in the entrance area said.
"Good morning!" I said in a formal face and voice tone.
Yeah I kind of act like that whenever I'm facing or dealing with men.
I then went to my office and started my work. A little later there was a knock in my door.
"Yes, Mrs. Roddick? How may I help you?" I said smiling to my guest. She's the manager and she's been so kind to me since I started to work here.
"Dear, I got some news for you!" I nodded and she continued. "First, you know my plans on retiring, right? Well dear, I'm afraid it's going to be an early retirement for me. My daughter in London is asking me to go there so I can help her. She got herself involved in an accident and she badly needed me right now you know. This is I think also a good way to bond with her again."
"Ohh Mrs. Roddick I hope your daughter will get well fast. And yeah you also deserve your much needed break!" I said sincerely to my kind superior.
"thanks dear! So I already told our boss to arrange things so you can replace me and he said yes to my request. I know you can do it, you're ready to take charge!"
"Mrs. Roddick I don't know what to say. Thank you so much!" I said very gratefully then I came to hug her and she hug me back."one more thing, I dont know if you are already aware of it, but I believe this piece of news is a little surprising so brace yourself. This company was sold to another company."
"but why? I thought we're doing good!?!!" I say in confusion after.
"yes we are that's why Keller Industries bought us for their own services."
I gasped upon hearing who bought our company. I've been avoiding any chances I could not to cross path with him.
Jace and his company are always on the news, his company being on the top spot and him being a man who slept with anyone or anything you put a skirt on.
Staying low profile I think made me invisible for him to know that I'm also staying in the same state.
"so dear Arianne, that's also one reason I went here, every manager in every department will conduct a meeting with our boss at 2 pm today so as the new manager of HR you have to come too." I just nodded to her still in shocked and she then said goodbye.
The meeting ended good. Mr. Farris, our company's owner acknowledge me as the new manager and thanking Mrs. Roddick for her service and dedication to the company.
Lastly, Mr. Farris said his thank you and goodbye because he said, Keller Industries will gonna operate the whole company next month.
I felt emotional as we bid both Mr. Farris and Mrs. Roddick goodbye. They've been so kind and very caring employers to all of us after all.
My whole week was, I must say, has been so intense. I spent it working as the new manager, and it's not easy. Like I heard something like I got it because I did the other way around.
Well, I can't tell everybody that I work hard for three years here to get what I have now. I just don't have the time!
And also the most terrifying idea, that in maybe less than a month, I will have to face him again. I don't think I'm ready or will I ever be ready for that. And that thought still bring me over the edge.
Good thing the first week of my children in school was quite okay. I bring them to school every morning then my dad pick them up in the afternoon.
"Mommy, you look so tired! You need to rest!" Jacob said bringing my spirit back to our dining table. He's always been the sweetest and very sensible person I know for his age.
"yes Mommy! Maybe you work a lot now." Tara added though I felt she just took a ride into her brother's words.
"I'm okay my babies. As long as I'm with you I'll be fine." I told them gladly.
My twins though their looks are almost identical, they have different personalities. Jacob sometimes can be sweet and loving but also he has a tendency to get annoyed and irritated instantly.
While Tara on the other hand is a very patient girl. She can be sweet too when she wants, but most of the time, she can be full of herself. She tends to speak what's in her mind and don't get shy easily.
But they are mine so I can only say that they are both loving and caring children!
"Mom, when is our Daddy gonna come back? My classmates have their dad bringing or picking them up in school. They even ask me where is my dad? I told them he's working abroad, right Mommy?" Tara said innocently which made me remember this fear I've been holding for a long time.
"but of course Tara! He's already excited to see you guys but his works still can't and won't allow him to go back here for now." I said looking at my dad for some needed help.
I used to tell them both that their dad is working abroad but his contract says he has to stay there for fifteen years straight. I thought that's enough time that my children can digest the real reason why their dad has never been present in our lives when I will try to explain it to them one day.
"I'm done with my meal. I think I want some ice cream now. You want too Jacob, Tara?" my dad said chirpily which instantly brighten their faces.
I just thank him through my smile.
Arianne’s pov I woke up to the sound of my alarm clock. I feel excited and nervous at the same time. Today, our company's new CEO and owner, Mr. Jace Keller will gonna come to our office to check for everything. He's a hands on boss remember? My mind can't figure out how will I act in front of him? Does he still hate me? Worst, does he still remember me? Feeling upset and frustrated, I go to the bathroom and take a shower to let myself calm down. Then after I put on my robe and wrap my hair with a towel, I make my way to the kitchen to prepare breakfast. My kids wants a heavy breakfast so I made fried rice with some sausage. I prepared them hot chocolate, and coffee for me and my dad. When I’m done, I wake them up and wash them. Then after dressing both of them, I lead them to the breakfast table. Gladly, I
Arianne's pov I just got out of the bathroom after I tucked my kids in bed when I heard my phone ringing. “hello?” I answered without looking on the caller id. “Yannaaaa!!!!!” “hi to you too Lexi! How are you?” I just know the voice! Good thing she called up because I was about to do it also. “I’m good! I have an announcement! Gc gc gc gc now!” she said excitedly. “okay! Go call K then!” I said laughing at her antic. I quickly open our group chat on my laptop. Me: “well hello there!” K: “Yanna mama! I missed you and my babies too!” Lexi: “how are you doing guys? How’s married life K? Is it still roses and wines everywhere?” K: “So far so good! oohhh! I have an announcement!😊” Me: “okay I think both of you have! C’mon! Spill it!”
Arianne's pov “Good morning Ms. Miller! The boss' secretary instructed me to tell you to go straight to Mr. Keller’s office once you arrived.” Miss Porter told me when I walk inside of the building. I shook my head in confusion. I hope it’s not about our “thing in the past”. But I already found someone to assist him? And it's just monday. Whatever! With fingers' crossed in my mind, I find my way into his office. I nodded to his secretary, Mr. Fowler when I arrived. “he’s inside, you can go directly Miss Milleŕ!” he said nervously which made me frown. I bet working with his boss does not seem to be that easy huh? Or maybe because he's not a woman! Well, atleast that one over there will gonna last a little longer I assume. I smirk at that thought. I knock on the door and heard him saying come in. “Miss Miller, I don’t think Miss Johns
Arianne's pov “Miss Miller come to my office!” I heard his voice over the intercom. I quickly leave my post and went to his office. “Sir?” I said as he motioned me to have a seat. “I’m afraid we’re going to our main headquarters for a couple of weeks or maybe a month or two. Starting on Monday, the renovation of this building will gonna start. So start informing all the department heads that we’ll gonna do our work in the main office.” I just nodded and write down his order. I feel very exhausted already from all those orders he kept on barking and most of all, the way he acts in front of me is so confusing. Like one minute he's this bossy, arrogant and very demanding CEO then next thing he will look at me as if assessing every shred of my existence.There are times that I just want to leave this situation by resigning but I love my job, in HR, and not being his assistant.
Jace POV It’s been an hour since Yanna left to go to the clothing store. And until now I still can’t take her out of my mind. There’s just too many questions running in my mind about her right now. From her disappearance after we both graduated from high school, then after she fully gave herself to me. She even dare to left me with a fucking letter. And now, I know for sure that there is no one else but me who she made love to. I can feel it on how tight and innocent she is when we have sex earlier. But why is there stretch marks in her belly? Did she got pregnant? With whom? I’m having headache from so much stressing about her. And wait, she didn’t know but there’s a gadget placed in the intercom where I can be able to hear her inside of my room. I know it may sound creepy but even after all the pains she caused me, she still get my interest, I still want her!
“Mommy! Mommy!” two beautiful and adorable kids welcomed Arianne as she make an entrance to the school’s gate.These two children looks kind of familiar, everybody that seen them thinks but can't hardly recognize with whom. Maybe their father is a celebrity unlike the mother who they already knew.“hello my babies! How’s the day for you both? Did you have a great time?” she happily ask her kids. “but of course Mom! Teacher Marie said I’m very good in Math.” Jacob brag his achievement for the day. “Ohh Mom, teacher Erika said she wants to ask you if I can sing for the family day?” “but of course Tara! That is if you want?!!”“I want Mommy! And Mom, can you call Daddy? Can you tell him to come to the family day cause all of our friends and classmates mom and dad are coming too!” Tara said expectantly. “sure my baby! We’ll just hope that he’s not busy in his work so he can fly h
Wednesday morning came, Arianne went to work in a happy mood. First, her kids are going to visit their grandparents today. Such a small world really, who would've thought that the famous business magnate Stephenson Keller and his beloved wife are staying in the same city where two, then unknown, grandchildren are living as well. Arianne's dad reassure her that after school he’ll bring the kids to their paternal grandparents house by then, Elise is going to bring home the kids after dinner. Good thing today the kids will gonna finish their school early at around two. Lastly, she's thinking that maybe this is the best time to tell Jace about their children. After all, she thought she will have his parent's support about it. She don't think Elise will ever let the twins get into trouble if their dad bring a children custody case over the court. She’s a bit scared that maybe he won’t be glad to know about them or ma
Jace POV I notice Arianne as she was discreetly checked her phone then her face flashed a look of horror. I can see her fighting hard to calm down but still trembling. She whispered something to my secretary then leave in a hurry. In five minutes I ended the meeting. Mr. Gomezand I signed the deal but then I told him that I have an urgent appointment that needed to attend to but I reassure him that we will celebrate the deal one of these days. My secretary hurriedly ran to me as I turn to leave saying that Arianne has an emergency and that her son is in the hospital. My mind was filled with mixed emotions then. I suddenly felt sad, mad, just in full rage. Did she really had the guts to betray me over and over again? Masking my feelings, I turn to my secretary and told him to cancel all my appointments for the day and tell him that if anybody wi