Karen felt frustrated getting off the call with Collins Morgan. What one help could do to her. She groaned and bit her lips in frustration. Deep in thoughts, she did not realise when Mrs Helen came over to her table. “Miss Karen? Miss Karen?”Frowning, Mrs Rose reached and touched her when she didn't respond. Karen jolted at her touch. “Is everything alright? You seem to have a lot in your mind,” Mrs Rose said as she extended a folio towards her. Karen exhaled heavily. “I'm sorry… I just…”“It's alright. You look tired. You should go home and get some rest. But before then, look over this list. This is the final list for the participants in the product testing. Morgan and Co brought in equal people as we did. I want you to visit these women and get them informed and prepped. You can start tomorrow but try to get some rest.” Mrs Rose finished, patted Karen gently and then turned around for her office. Karen looked through the names and their provided addresses and phone numbers. S

KAREN Set in the center of the table was Filet Mignon truffle and by the side of it, mashed potatoes and roasted Asparagus. All stared at me almost in a way of trying to elicit guilt from me. For the upteenth time, I stuck my fork into it but couldn't muster the courage to guild it into my mouth. Instead I reached for the glass of Cabernet Sauvignon and had a sip. How much longer did I have to stay before taking my leave so I don't look rude?It wasn't that the food wasn't nice, at least from how appealing it looked. But having Collins Morgan seated across me tightened my stomach. I wanted so badly to get into his head and figure out what he was planning. He had barely said a few words all the way down here, if I counted. Yet he ate with relish. His mood and demeanor took a drastic turn when he called his secretary to find out the reservation spot. I didn't hear what his secretary said at the other end as I was behind him. But he had cussed out his secretary and acted almost viol

Jay was someone that was never not in close proximity to his phone. Karen very much knew that. Why he was not picking her calls greatly baffled her. What if Carlos Fowler had gotten to him and hurt him?Fear gripped her. She searched her phone for Mr Hugo's phone number and called him quickly. Hugo had her end the call and promised to find out if anything had happened to Jay and get back to her as he had clocked out from work. Karen waited impatiently. Checking the time, she realised time had flown by so quickly. Hugo was yet to return his call as he promised and it had already passed fifteen minutes since he promised to call back. Then her phone rang and quickly she picked up.“Yes, were you able to reach him?“Miss Karen…” Hugo started but then paused. “I'm sorry but Chairman Jay can't talk to you right now.”Karen felt a shadow envelope her. Forcing back a lump, she asked, “why? Is he busy with work?”“No. Urhm, personal stuff.”A soft sigh escaped her. She wanted to ask what pe

KAREN If anyone had told me I was finally going to get some sleep last night, I would never have believed them. I spent a large part of the night with my eyes shut but my mind wide awake. When I finally was able to drift off, I was awoken from a nightmare drenched in my own sweat. Carlos Fowler and Collins Morgan were chasing after me in the most gruelling manner. But the worst thing was, I woke up late!Tina dashed out of the bathroom and I rushed in. “Why didn't you wake me up!” “I woke up late myself!” she yelled back. Before I could get out, Tina was already dressed. She gasped looking at me. “You startled me. What happened?” “What happened to your eyes? They are so puffy and big.”I hurried over to the mirror and truly my eyes were ridiculously puffed up and huge. I drew in a breath in shock. “How…” “Are you sure you didn't do something weird last night?” Tina teased.“Stop talking rubbish,” I retorted. She laughed, grabbed her bag and left for work laughing as she head

When Karen left, Jessica equally excused herself. Jay wiped his mouth with the napkin and got up “I will get the bill.”Collins scoffed and thumped his napkin on the table. “Annoying jerk,” he muttered under his breath.Jay turned. “What?” Collins stood up as well. “We are working as you must have already been verified. By the way, do you always get involved in the life of your workers?” “From the report I got, you are not directly involved. I believe you do not have any reason hovering around Miss Karen with the excuse of working together.”Collins chuckled. “I had no idea you were this kind of person, chairman Jay. Are you still obsessing over your ex when you were in the arms of another woman a few hours ago.”Jay blinked as the memories rushed back. Had Collins Morgan seen him with Jessica or was he just playing guesswork?“What are you talking about?” He feigned confusion. “Of course you know very much what I'm talking about. But if you don't, then it's okay. But don't try to