As soon as Sebastian walked in, Emily stared at Rose in an instant and she could see a slight sideways movement of head from Rose. She knew what it meant and she stood up almost immediately.  "You're standing up?" Sebastian asked rhetorically, obviously seeing that Emily was up. Emily smiled awkwardly and gingerly picked up her bag. "Umm yeah" she said, already regretting why she stood up so quickly. Sebastian's grin grew wider, the corners of his mouth stretching in a sly, almost sinister manner. His eyes gleamed with a mischievous glint as he locked his gaze onto Rose, who stubbornly avoided meeting his piercing stare. The room was thick with tension, and the air seemed to crackle with unresolved emotions.As Sebastian turned his attention back to Emily, his smile softened, but a hint of smugness lingered. It was as if he reveled in the discomfort he caused. His voice took on a smooth, velvety tone, laced with an und

 Rose woke up to the melodic symphony of birds chirping and singing, their harmonious tunes gently coaxing her from the depths of slumber. As the first rays of dawn tiptoed through her window, she couldn't help but smile, still basking in the warm afterglow of the previous night. It had been an enchanting evening, unlike any she had experienced before.Her encounter with him had been nothing short of magical. They had connected on a profound level, at least so she thought, transcending the need for words to express their emotions. After an intimate kiss, a silent understanding settled between them, a silent promise of something more.They embarked on the journey back to the mansion, in his sleek, elegant Porsche, a vehicle as alluring as the man who sat behind the wheel. The ride was filled with an uncomfortable  silence, As they arrived at his majestic mansion, a stately structure exuding grandeur and history, he tenderly kissed he

  Sebastian's voice came through the phone, reaching Rose's ears with a mix of familiarity and surprise. The unexpected call had momentarily stunned her, and she found herself slowly raising the phone to her ear as she composed herself to respond."Hello, my dear Rose," Sebastian's voice greeted her warmly from the other end of the line. Rose couldn't help but feel a mixture of curiosity and concern. "Hello, Sebastian... Is everything alright?" she inquired, her voice tinged with a hint of worry.Rose couldn't help but feel a mixture of curiosity and concern. She had never received a call from Sebastian before; their communication had always been through personnel or letters. The deviation from their usual mode of contact heightened her intrigue."Hello, Sebastian... Is everything alright?" she inquired, her voice tinged with a hint of worry As she spoke, she stepped out of the limo momentarily but quickly retreated back inside

   As the closing hour approached, an air of panic began to permeate through the office, casting a shadow over the typically bustling atmosphere. The weight of an unsettling event hung heavily in the air, casting a pall of unease over the employees. "I wonder who must have done that... killed him," Hilda whispered, her voice trembling with a mix of shock and sorrow. Overwhelmed by the gravity of the situation, she instinctively wrapped her hands over her face, as if seeking solace from the outside world, "we Don't know for sure, if he was murdered by someone Hilda", Rose said. "The news said otherwise" The news of the tragedy had spread like wildfire in the office, leaving everyone stunned and mummering as they walked by. . Fred was always a beloved figure within the office, and had been known for his kindness and amiable nature, making the loss even more devastating, and unbelievable. Hilda's heart ach

   As Rose retrieved her phone from her purse, her fingers trembled slightly with a mixture of excitement and uncertainty. The unfamiliar number flashed on the screen, and a rush of emotions flooded through her as she answered the call. "Hello?" she said, her voice a little shaky."Hey sis, it's me," a familiar yet distant voice greeted her on the other end of the line, it was Michael whom she hadn't spoken to in a long while. The tension between them had strained their relationship, and they had drifted apart over time. But now, in this very unexpected moment, he reached out to her. Her heart skipped a beat, and she couldn't help but feel a twinge of guilt for letting their relationship deteriorate. Memories of their shared childhood flooded her mind, the laughter and adventures they once had together. She missed those days and yearned for a chance to rebuild their bond.He continued, his