> * Believe in yourself even if no one believes in you. *****Coincidentally, the restaurant Joseph's subordinate made a reservation in was also where Elina booked a reservation with her friends who of course invited her out to gloat at her.But she being unaware of this, dressed up to the nineties. She wanted her friends to see that even though Moscow had fallen. she was still a daughter of a rich man and wasn't that affected by what had happened. Her action makes one wonder what would happen when she finds out that her Dad's company was on the verge of bankruptcy.Heartbroken maybe.As expected, her dolling up attracted a lot of attention. Though she was just eighteen she had a very good figure and was endowed in areas where it was required.Despite knowing this, she put on a dress that highlighted all her curves. This made the men in the restaurant lust after her at one glance. Elina who was ever so shameless, simply ignored the hateful gazes she received from women wh
>* The Bible says, “ everything is beautiful in its time. ” ****—- Author's POV —- A white Porsche drove into the parking lot of the restaurant.It screeched to a halt on the queue and soon the door was opened to reveal Joseph in a simple t-shirt and jeans trousers he walked over to the other side of the car and opened the door.“ Thank you. ” Mira smiled at him as she came out of the car. She was putting on a casual outfit just as him, a simple white top with a, “ Love is life ” Tag on it. She paired it with jeans trousers and canvas just as Joseph's.Due to their similar outfits and heights they looked like a couple.Well, they are now anyway. Just then.“ At last you guys are here! ” The duo stopped and turned to the source of voice and they saw Evie walking towards them.Unlike the duo, She was wearing a sundress which she paired up with a silver wedge and a sun glass. Any one who saw her would never have thought she had just graduated highschool as she looked real
* Just be yourself! * ****“ Isn't that your cousin, Elina? Evie whispered to Miranda. Miranda didn't reply quickly as she stared in the direction of Elina and her friends. Coincidentally, Elina raised up her head and her gaze collided with Mira's. Unlike before Mira didn't cower in fear or retract her gaze, rather she kept staring boldly at Elina as if challenging her. This small action of her's didn't escape Joseph's eyes. For some reason He felt proud and happy. It really seemed like Mira had gone through a whole lot of changes during the past few years. He still remembered when he’d first met her, how much of a scaredy cat she was, but now. She has changed. He was very proud of her. Realizing that the staring competition was taking too much longer than it should. Joseph patted Mira a little to bring her back to book. Mira smiled lovingly at him before turning to face Evie. “ Yes, she is. ” She replied.“ Um, It sure took you ages to reply to me. ” Evie pouted.“
>* ...And when you feel like giving up, Remember why you started in the first place. *****While having their lunch.Joseph received a message.He secretly opened the message when the duo weren't looking as they were both engrossed in their conversation about dress collections to notice.The message read.: Boss, The Edison's company is currently bankrupt. What's the next step?He smiled maliciously, that smile was enough to send chills down anyone's spine.: Find a reputable lawyer and acquire it.He sent.There was a pause from the other end before another message came in.: Are you sure about this, Boss?: Are you questioning me?He replied, his expression turning serious.: Am sorry, Boss. I will do just as you say.: Good. The time limit is 48 hours. Not a minute more.: Yes, Boss.At this, Joseph locked his phone and placed it back into his pocket.He returned his attention back to the duo who were chatting away without care for the world.Only for him to hear them talkin
>* Never stop dreaming. *****The trio finished up their lunch and prepared to exit the restaurant.But then they overheard a commotion and paused.At first they were confused about what was going on. Until they listened clearly.As expected it was Elina.She tried paying for the expensive lunch she had ordered but much to her dismay. Her card bounced.“ Ma'am, your card bounced. ” The cashier said politely.“ How's that even possible? ” Elina stared at her in shock. “ Try again. There must be something wrong with your machine. ” She replied arrogantly.The cashier tried once again and yet it bounced.Then she went on to find out the reason for the card bouncing and then she found out that the account was in deficit.“ Ma'am, your account is in deficit. ” She said.“ What! How is that even possible? ” Elina exclaimed and immediately went on to check her account balance.Much to her dismay. It was just as the receptionist had said. The account was empty.“ How can this be? ” Sh
>* Live in the moment. ****Mira couldn't help raising an eyebrow when she saw Elina walking towards Joseph.But just before she could react, Evie held her and sent her a signal to relax and watch. Receiving the signal. Mira paused and simply watched the show.Elina got to where Joseph was standing with the two girls right behind him and went down on her two knees.Joseph, who somehow had already expected this result, didn't say a word or react and just waited for her to keep acting.“ Please help me, Brother in law. ” She had intentionally used that word on him to cower favor and also to stir up the crowd to her side.“ Brother in law? ” Evie repeated her words slowly. “ She's so shameless. ” She spat.“ Indeed. Mira agreed, watching the drama playing out in front of her.“ Who are you? ” Joseph questioned in return as he stared blankly at her.“ What, You. ” Elina was completely caught off balance by his ghosting.“ Do I know you? ” He asked again with no emotion in his vo
>* Love is patient. * **** Weeks later,Mira was in her room scrolling through social media as she read about relationships. A particular post caught her attention and automatically made her pause. * How sure are you that you and your current lover will end up together in future? *Mira thought for a minute before reading through the comments that were directly under the post. : Well, we are currently going with the flow.: I just hope we do as I don't think I can find someone better than him.: I am sure we'll end up together.: I'm still a college student with a whole entire life ahead of me, so I am not sure.Mira stopped for a moment and thought.What if her and Joseph weren't meant to be? What if they were just meant to be together for a short time? What will happen to her then? She knew without any ounce of doubt that she had fallen in love with Joseph. So what if they weren't meant to be? What would happen to her If he finds someone better in future? But that
>* Simply saying, “ I love you ” isn't enough as you also have to prove your love through your actions. * ****----- Joseph ----- As college will be resuming back in session in Just two weeks time. I had a lot of work to do at the company and my father's. This further added to my workload so I was pretty much occupied. As much as I didn't want to leave Mira alone at home I had no other choice than to do just that as the latter bluntly refused to go to the company with me.I would have had Evie accompany her at home but the latter was busy. I had just finished having meetings with some executives of my dad's company and was on my way to the lunch room to grab my lunch when I remembered that I haven't spoken to Mira since I had left home earlier.So I took out my phone and gave her a call. I was surprised when my call was cut off the first time as it was unusual.Still, I tried again and again until the number suddenly became unreachable.What's going on? I thought alarmingl