>* Since you can choose your own thoughts, when doubts come, you can learn to recognize it for what it is, say, “ No thank you. ” and keep on believing! *****Meanwhile,Luke had just arrived at his grandfather's mansion.Somehow, the news of the sickness of the old man got released to the press so the whole area was covered with reporters.Luke tried his best to avoid the troublesome reporters but he only ended up getting stuck in the middle of them all as they shoved microphones and voice recordings of different sizes to his face as they took pictures of him.“ Do you know if your grandfather will survive this? ”“ What would happen to the company if your grandpa loses his life? ”“ What sickness or disease is the patriarch diagnosed with? ”“ Why are you the only one here? Where's your dad? ”“ Did something happen in your family? Did a rift break out? ”Their questions were so much and overwhelming, that he began to feel dizzy.He couldn't answer any one of their questions.
>* Stop living your life like you've got a thousand years to live. Rather, you should live it like you are going to die the next second. *****Mira had just descended the stairs, when Joseph lifted her off her feet and swayed with her in his arms. “ You are looking absolutely breathtaking, Princess. ” He said when he released her.“ Really? ” She was still trying to recover from the sudden shock, as a big blush made its way to her face at his words.“ Yeah. I wish I could keep you locked up forever so no one would see you apart from me. ” Though he'd said it a dozen times, his words still made an impact on her.“ Too bad you can't. ”“ Says who? ” He sent her a mischievous smirk.“ I — ”“ Hey there lovebirds! ” Nanny's voice Interrupted their banter.“ Nanny. ” They turned to face her.“ Aw. You look breathtaking in that dress, Mira! ”“ Thanks, Nanny. ”“ Hm. So since both of you are heading out for your first date I won't nag you too much. All you have to do is be back home b
>* Live each day of your life as if it were your last, taking on a whole new expression, valuing each and every moment that you are blessed with. ****** * Oh my! Happy 100 chapters, guys! * Days later,Miranda and Joseph laid on the beach soil holding hands.“ You know, Jose. I had always dreamt of a charming prince who would sweep me off my feet when I was younger. ” Mira revealed.“ Really, Mira? ” Joseph turned to face her, as she was completely stunned at her sudden revelation.“ Hm. I believe it's a result of the fairy tales I binge watched as a kid. ”“ Oh. I can't help but wonder why you prefer being called a Queen, than a Princess. ”“ It's simple, a Queen rules while a princess doesn't. ” “ Oh. ”“ So if you are the Queen what does that make me? ” He asked.“ Hm. ” Mira placed her hands on her chin in deep thoughts. “ My concubine. ”“ Concubine? ” Joseph was stunned by her reply.“ I was just joking, Hehe. ” Mira grinned, ruffling his hair.“ Hey, stop that. ” He
> VOLUME THREE * If you want to enjoy life, learn to live in balance, work, worship, pray and rest. All work, with nothing else produces a person who lives a complicated, complex and joyless life. *****Edison's mansion.“ Mom, Dad. ” Elina ran into the house screaming happily.The workers present were surprised at this behavior of hers. They knew her to be very reserved – she hardly showed her emotions only if it was serious.So seeing her this way, they couldn't help but wonder why she was this happy and enthusiastic which happened to be a contrast of her usual self.“ Elina, dearest. ” Nicole came downstairs and approached her daughter.“ Mom, you won't believe it! ” Elina said happily, hugging her Mom.“ What won't I believe? ” Nicole couldn't stop the smile that broke out on her face, seeing her daughter so happy.“ Here. ” She handed an unsealed envelope to her Mom.“ What's in it? ” She said, opening up the envelope and bringing out a slip from it. She stared up at
>* Somethings should just be left in the past because it's already history. *****Joseph and Mira on the other hand were acting lovey dovey in the mini mansion. They were both in Joseph's room watching a movie on his laptop as they munched on popcorns.Having moved to the bedroom beside Joseph’s, it was now super easy for her to access his room. “ Aw. The male lead is so sweet. ” Mira said dreamily, her eyes glued to the screen in front of her. “ Oh, Really. ” Joseph's words were laced with a deeper meaning.“ But not as sweet as my darling though. ” Mira added pecking Joseph's cheeks to pacify him. Somehow, it worked. As Joseph countenance changed. Mira kept munching on the popcorns which was made by Joseph as she watched the movie.All of a sudden, the laptop turned off when it got to a kissing scene. She was confused at first, but then she stared at Joseph and realized that he was the culprit behind it all.“ You. ” She pointed at him in annoyance. “ I am
> * 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.“