Aubrianne IvanovPicking up the conversation between Aubrianne and Daniel."To an extent on certain matters," Daniel replied nonchalantly, as if it was the most common thing in the world to hold THAT much power and influence.He said to an extent? Are you kidding me?"Oh," I responded, seemingly speechless or unsure what to say to that...And I met this man woaw, though he seemed like an average businessman.*Flashback*I recalled the day I met Mr. Thornton a little over a year ago.It started like any other typical day, beautiful weather graced the atmosphere, and the sun in the blue sky blazed brilliantly—no dark clouds to dim its lights. If anything, the fluffy white clouds add to the sky's majestic glow.The wind blew, lifting dry leaves subtly off the floor bed and discarded wrappers, and the campus gardener was running-- armed with his garden rake, trying to keep up with the wind and his targets.Students huddle about in their little clicks, on the lawn, on benches, in the hallw
Aubrianne IvanovI caught a reaction from him that threw me off a bit. Did he look proud? I questioned.Nonetheless, this was so surreal I couldn't believe it, I could have just pinched myself, and then l continued my babbling and laid it all on him.Who in the world told this man to say, "So, tell me a little about your dreams, your future plans, anything."I told him everything, from my mom dying to me promising to make her proud after all of the sacrifices she made for me, working two and three jobs to provide for us, having a roof over our heads, food on the table, clothes on our backs, my education, she worked hard to give me a certain comfort.I vowed not to let her hard labor go in vain.Also, I am working hard to graduate and be at the top of my game. I told Mr. Thornton my plan after graduation is that I would love to work at a top accounting firm.And I have one more year left, and during this year, I am determined to seek out internships. Also, I have a few top firms in min
Aubrianne IvanovI scrutinized Daniel for a good minute. He seemed genuine enough, and I didn't get any bad vibes or anything from him. I smile, tucking some hair behind my ear. I answered, "sure, I would love to visit and meet her sometime."Though I was scared to trust my judgment, Ron thoroughly shattered that. But I will continue to keep a close eye on Daniel.As a matter of fact, anyone that comes into my life from here on my guard will be up.Now we have relaxed into friendly conversations, well, mostly me doing the questioning and Daniel answering.Soon, we pulled into the parking lot of a picturesque diner, very modern and unique.I glimpsed the sign as we walked into the diner, "Gloria's," stepping in, with Daniel getting the door for us, being ever the gentleman, we were welcomed by a middle age woman in her apron.Grey eyes, hair in short dark curls, some falling in front of her forehead complementing her round face, she is short, about Five Feet Five Inches, and a bit plum
Aubrianne IvanovAs Miguel left to place our orders and fetch our drinks, Daniel chose to pick back up where we had left off. When looking at me, he smirked and said, "by the way, you know you are not so bad yourself. I must say you are stunningly beautiful."I laughed lightly, "stunningly beautiful, huh? Is that right?" I was happy he understood and moved on from the topic."Yes indeed, anyone in their right mind would agree with me without question," he said, so self-confident as if what he said was final.Shaking my head at his expression, I responded, "Well, it's all my mama.. that's for sure.""Oh really? Only mama, huh? So what about your dad? Anything from him?" He asks, now leaning back on the couch, a hand resting on the arm casually and a friendly smile.I sigh and shift slightly, feeling slightly thrown off by the question. Honestly, I did not expect to be talking about this so soon."I don't know anything about him except that I have his eyes. That is the only thing my mom
Aubrianne Ivanov'Welcome to Boris Heights.' The sign had said.After a short juncture, I glance at Daniel as he comes off the main road making a left; he now looks lost in his thoughts, so I just turn back to look out the window.Daniel drove down to the end of the street, turned right, made a left, and drove straight to the end. The beautiful green with brown highlights, forested area, and a mini park is at the very end.This street has houses on both sides, but they are spaced out, with plenty of yard space at the front and sides, maybe the back too.He pulled up in front of a house on the right. High white walls and little decorative concrete blocks in intricate patterns are placed in the middle, strategically spaced along the entire wall, and painted black.I saw that it had a glossy finish, and a large black gate was also painted in the same black glossy, shiny color."We're here," Daniel declared, pressing a button from a key chain, and the gate sprung to life, extending from t
Aubrianne Ivanov POV.I knew in my heart that the questions would not leave me until then. Until then, it would continue to plague my mind until I could speak with Mr. Ivan Grey.They kept playing on my mind and piling up, too, annndd then thinking about the endless scenarios. Taking in a deep breath, I let it out, sighing heavily.Wow, this is too much! I haven't earned this yet, I don't deserve it, and this is strange. "Please, I can't accept this," I, out of nowhere, murmured almost to myself, feeling a bit undeserving of all this.Daniel came sauntering towards me, telling me yet again his favorite line, "strict orders were given, this," gesturing with his hands as he stretched them out with flare, "is no mistake, I assure you."That didn't make me feel any better. As a matter of fact, I felt worse. Trying to stay optimistic, I said, "very well."But then I blurted out what I needed to know."Question!" I sat on the edge of the bed. I was exhausted from all the things that were ru
Aubrianne Ivanov"That's the million-dollar question, now, isn't it?"Daniel answered my earlier question when I asked why?The anxiety of the entire situation overwhelmed me yet again, and my body had gone through enough shocks for the day. My quota was filled."I think I have had enough excitement for one day. Is there anything else?" Aubrianne cautiously queried.He stood next to the vehicle, his bent elbows resting on top of the hood as he played with the keys, sending them back and forth from palm to palm. A beautiful smile graced his lips, and his dimples showed true. "No, that's it for now. At least what I am aware of.""Ok?" my answer was unsure. Yawning, I excused myself and asked, "Hey, Daniel, can you stay a bit longer just for me to shower?"I was ready to shower, eat and sleep."Sure, I will. That's not a problem at all. Now, don't you want to check out this bad boy?"No, it is ok. I will be returning it." I said with finality, tilting my face to look him in the eye when h
Aubrianne Ivanov's POV.A quiver rushed through me, and my eyes darted all over the room, looking around and scanning to ensure I was alone, and no one was there. I sigh, as I know I am being silly, I am alone here, and the doors are locked. Ron is gone now. I was far, far away from HIM.Then, in the next instant, it was like the dam burst. I finally cried! I finally released the tears. I finally let it out and decided to deal rather than shove it deep down and fight it.I let the tears pour as I faced what had happened. I cried about what I went through, tears flowing nonstop. Liquid coated my cheeks with fury as I bawled and screamed into my pillow, heaving and gasping desperately for breath as I wailed uncontrollably.My stomach was constantly contracting as I remembered it all.He grabbed and pinned me on the wall, grinded on me, and groped me. I cringed away like I was trying to brakes from the memory and cried more.His eyes, how he looked at me with those crazed eyes, and it wa