Stella
" So maybe it didn't went exactly as I said, but it was pretty amazing"
" That's great, I hope he will propose to you soon"
Belle and I was having a conversation about her date last night. Her boyfriend for eleven months took her out to this Italian restaurant where they ate some of the most tastiest delicacies and then danced the night away to a love song. Wasn't that the most romantic thing ever?
" Me too. I want to get married and have many kids that will grow up and go to prom then college , you know the whole package"
I nodded at her the smile never left her face. Belle was a short twenty five year old woman with a great personality. She had short brown hair and smooth skin that looks like that of a baby. If Mark doesn't propose to her very soon I'm sure she'll break down. I've never thought about marriage or kids because the time was far from right. Of course I want them, but not now.
A customer came in and she went to assist her. The boss was suppose to come in today but she called earlier saying she had a family emergency. Kash wasn't here either and that I was grateful for. I can't stand watching him flirt with every lady that comes in here using his charming voice to seduce them.
The customer wanted a bouquet of bougainvilleas for her grandma which I thought was very sweet. My grandma died a few years ago from stage four cancer. It broke me because she was angel that loved when I would read to her or when I baked her favorite treats; and now she was in heaven living a peaceful life.
" Thank you so much, have a nice day", Belle said to the lady as she left with a smile on her face. Belle smiled at me before going off to the bathroom.
The telephone started ringing and I went to answer it.
"Happy Blossoms, how may I help you?"
"hi, I need a flower catering for my sister's wedding two days from now? Is that possible?"
" ofcourse, just send me the location info on the HappyBlossoms email and I'll inform my boss about it"
"OK thank you"
The call finished and I placed the phone back where it belonged. Our catering services were incredible and done by the Blossom Team who consisted of ten persons which were hired by the boss. I've only met them on a few occasions when we do catering. They were fast and reliable workers who always seems to make everything perfect.

The day went by pretty fast and now I was waiting on Brad to pick me up. He said six and it was almost half past.
My phone started ringing and I answered it.
"Ummm, hae babe I don't think I'll be able to take you to dinner today. I'm sorry but I have to work late at the office"
I sighed feeling a bit disappointed.
"OK, call me when you get home"
"Sure thing babe"
I placed the phone in my bag before flopping down on a bench. I knew his work was important but what about me?. I wanted to spend time with him. He's been working so hard so I shouldn't see any problem with him coming off early from work.
"Hey!"
I looked up towards the direction of the sound and saw a black Range Rover with a handsome middle aged looking man inside. He was smiling at me as I went up to the car slowly
"would you like a ride?"
"No thanks I think I'll manage"
"oh come on don't be like that, I'm offering you a ride, plus the place is getting dark and I'm sure a pretty lady like yourself don't wanna be on the roads when it gets late?"
Was this man a persuader or what?
"But you're a stranger, I said smirking with one eyebrow raised.
" Just think of me as a friend. My name is Jackson"
I shook his large hand before giving him a genuine smile.
"Stella, nice to meet you"
He opened the car door at the front and I entered. He was wearing a very expensive looking navy suit with a matching white striped tie.
"So tell me about yourself Stella. Where do you work?"
"You said you're offering me a ride, you didn't say it involves asking questions"
He olny laughed a bit before glancing at me. He was truly handsome even if his age was pass forty. His hair looked like silk and his Hazel eyes could capture yours at any moment.
" like I said, think of me as a friend"
"Well I'm a florist"
"Great, I'm pretty sure the flowers you work with gets jealous because you're more beautiful than all of them"
I didn't really say anything else. This guy surely has swag that's all am saying. He had a peaceful look on his face as he drived and kept glancing at me occasionally then smiling to himself. I shook my head a small smile playing at my lips.
A few minutes later he pulled up at my apartment. My mom was sitting on the porch reading a book and sipping something. Jackson held his hand out once more and I took it.
"It was very nice to meet you Stella, hope I'll see you again. I didn't reply just smiled and exited the car. I saw him looked behind me as he waved to my mom who waved back eagerly. I made my way to the porch as Jackson drove away.
I kisses mom on the cheek as she held my hand and smiled.
"Who was that handsome man?"
"mom! He just offered me a ride OK?"
"Is he interested in you?"
"Mom, it doesn't matter OK?, I'm with Brad remember?"
She didn't say anything else and neither did I. I went to have my shower then ate my dinner of steamed fish which mom cooked. It had all the perfect spice and sweet to it; just how I liked it.
"The bills are piling up on us, I may have to borrow a loan, mom said as she strolled into the kitchen.
" We will mange OK?, we always have. There's no need to borrow a loan"
"But what if we really can't manage stel, if we can't pay the rent we'll be given a notice and then we'll be in debts and-
She started coughing loudly as I filled a glass with water and handed it to her as fast as I could. She took it and drank half of the glass. I rubbed her back before drying the tears in her eyes.
"Mom maybe you shoud sit down"
I placed her in the chair before taking a seat myself.
" We can't live like this forever Stella. We have too much bills with not enough money. We-
" Sshh mom it's OK? We'll survive we always do. We have each other remember that"
"I know sweetie, I know"
We stayed silent after that. Maybe I should start looking for another job. I'll still be a florist but have another job that I can balance between times. It would be better for us. I hate to admit it but mom is right. What if we get noticed?. The landlord Mr. Smith wasn't a very reasonable man and I'm sure he'll notice soon that a month's rent was missing. Maybe if he calls I'll try to talk him to giving us more time.
Mom has been nothing but stress and I hated it. She dosen't deserve this type of life after what she's been through with dad leaving and stuff. Sigh. I just hoped for a miracle soon.
♡♡♡♡♡♡♡♡♡♡♡♡♡♡♡♡♡♡♡♡Stella"What do you mean we won't be coming in anymore?, Belle said a bit loudly as we all stood around our boss who had a face of sadness and eyes of anger. She just told us we won't we coming in again and we were all curious to know why. " I'm sorry guys but due to some business deals with a former CEO, the shop will be demolished and formed into a new five star restaurant""You meant to tell us that you sold the shop? Why?, I demanded as she looked unmoved by what I said. " No that's not what I'm meaning to say exactly, we were in debts and the CEO offered me a deal being that the debts will be paid off in return for the shop. I'm sorry but it's what it is. Kash scoffed loudly and walked out along with Sam. I placed my hand on my f
Stella Newton My palms were sweaty as I stood outside of the large building. D&A Enterprises. I slowly walked up the steps going inside the high class building. Everyone seemed so professional and everything seemed to be in their right places. I walked up to a lady at the desk who was talking on the phone. "Hello, how may I help you?, she asked as she place the phone back where it belong. " I'm here for an interview with Mrs Valerio? ""Oh ,go to the second floor and good luck, you're gonna need it".I forced a smile as I went to the elevator. A lady walked in with me and said a good morning as I returned it. She was dressed inappropriately for business in her midthigh skirt and way too much makeup. I didn't say anything thou.The elevator stopped and we both got out. I wasn't surprised to
Stella "Hi, come in" The door was opened by Mrs. Valerio who I followed behind as we went down a long dining hall into an elevator. I pulled my suitcase along with me which was a small one with not many clothes inside. We entered the elevator standing side by side."So how's your morning so far?""It's going fine ma'am and yours?" "I'm actually in a rush to get you settled so I can accompany my husband to a meeting" I nodded as the elevator stopped and I followed after her. She stopped at a door and pushed it opened. "This will be your room, your outfit is on the bed. You don't have to exactly wear it all times OK?" " Yes ma'am""hurry a
2 weeks laterStella"And she was the worst maid that ever worked here, so lazy, Francis said as I laughed. We were in the living room chatting after we finished our chores and he was telling me about Cindy who worked here before me. He said she was really lazy and quite a chatterbox.The bosses left earlier in the morning since they had a meeting and probably won't be back until late in the afternoon. The house was quite boring except for when Francis is around. The man was a god of comedy and jokes. He was fun, hilarious and sometimes delusional with his made up theories. He was odd but that's what made him unique. "So, have you ever thought about kids, he asked throwing some peanuts in his mouth. " No, not really. The time for kids is... Is definatley not now. I want them thou. Do you have any? "" Ha. I got
Stella I felt so out of place here. Everyone was dressed in their best chatting and laughing and doing business. The restaurant was so luxurious and the food looked quite expensive if you asked me.Daryl ordered some steak for both of us which he said he'll pay for. He sat calmy with a hand on the table as I kept mine in my lap. I stayed quiet as he looked around the place then his eyes landed on mine. I held his gaze until the waiter came back with the food. "Stella, tell me more about yourself, Daryl asked as the waiter walked away. He started eating as I drank down a glass of water. Unbelievably I was quite thirsty. " What would you like to know?, I asked as I tasted the sweet deliciousness of the steak. It was truly an amazing dish. " Are you married? "The ques
Stella "Hey mom" I took her hand in mine and kissed it. She smiled weakly at me and I couldn't help the tears that formed in my eyes. She was strung up on the machines so much that it pained my heart. Her lips were dry and her skin was so pale. "I wish you weren't like this. You don't deserve this, I said as I brushed her face slightly with my hand. She squuezed my hand and I smiled brightly letting my tears flow. " I have a new job; I'm going to pay for your surgery and you're gonna get better" She squeezed my hand again before I kissed her forehead and took up my bag. I had to go to work so I glanced at her once more before leaving the room. I was met with a nurse on the way and she gave me a smile before I left the hospital. I went to the stand to sit so I could wait on a cab.
Stella"This store is nice" I agreed with Belle as we both walked around and looked at all the different clothes on the racks. She begged me to shop with her for a romantic getaway with her husband. Yes husband, they finally got married and was planning on having kids very soon."I want a sexy lingerie, she said as she started going through the lingerie section. She took out a few handing them to me before she grabbed some herself and we went to the changing room." So how's your work coming along?, she asked when I sat down as she changed into the black lace lingerie." It's great""Just that? What is your boss like? Is she mean and grumpy?, she asked I chuckled slightly." Actually I have two bosses including her husband""Really? Is he ho
Stella I smiled at Francis as I slowly walked down the stairs in my high heels. I wasn't exactly use to walking in heels so I didn't want to fall. It was the night of the party and the only outfit I could find that was suitable enough was a royal blue dress and some heels. I combed my hair into a neat bun and wore some silver earrings. Francis looked really good in his dark blue suit (since the party was formal), his face was perfectly shaved and his cologne was way too strong as the scent hit my nose as I reached the bottomed of the stairs. "You look beautiful" "Thank you and you look good as well". We stood together chatting about random stuff until the bosses came. Amanda looked absolutely beautiful; she was in her black dress and her pair of Christian Louboutin heels. Daryl looked gre