Novels by Macedonia2901

CHAPTER 14HEAVEN As I strolled into her office that evening, I met her staring out the window, her back turned to me, and a small smile tugged at my lips. She certainly didn't know what was coming for her.I guess she had been so engrossed in deciding on whether to vape or not, because she didn't even notice my presence until her assistant called her."Miss Langston," the willowy lady called. I wonder if she was doubling as a model and assistant because she was exactly the epitome of a model. I made a mental note to ask about her while leaving, maybe we could consider her for our runway coming up soon.She turned back, a frown on her face but it immediately disappeared when our eyes met, only to be replaced with widened eyes as she immediately tucked the e-cigarette in the pocket of her Palazzo pants.Amanda had always been so stylish and that day wasn't an exception. No wonder she owned a fashion house. "Heaven," she called, blinking as she walked up to me. Obviously surprised to

CHAPTER 13HEAVEN"How did it go?" I questioned as I walked back into my company that morning. I met Jenna on the ground floor, and we decided to go up together. Earlier, she had insisted on going with me to Belmont, but I had refused since I wanted to face Atlas and the others alone. Instead, I had told her to go check up on Oliver. I was still bothered by his statement last night. Even though he later tried to wave it off as a joke, I just couldn't stop thinking there was some truth in it. What if there was really the possibility that Atlas punch had not been so strong to cause such injury? What if he had planned the whole thing and intentionally hurt himself? I had found the whole thing weird from the beginning. Yeah, Atlas punch could have been strong enough to make him lose his balance, but could it really lead to hitting his head? On the other hand, why would Oliver want to hurt himself for me?I was well aware of Oliver's love for me but, would that really cause him to do th

CHAPTER 12HEAVENHe didn't know what was coming for him. This was the moment I had been waiting for all these years. During our marriage, I had been forbidden from going to the company, but this time, I was not only stepping into the company but the highest room ever. The boardroom.And I was going to seal his fate.As I stepped into that boardroom, the air shifted. I could feel the heavy tension in the room but as all heads turned, the tension escalated. Some with confusion. Others with recognition and surprise. Of course, who wouldn't be surprised to see their CEO's ex wife and most of all, the one competitor they despised. The rival they couldn't surpass now unlike before. Who would want to see a business rival in their boardroom? Usually, Belmont had been the leading shoe brand but in the past few months, we had taken over and Belmont had probably been pushed to the last because even other companies were doing better than them.Why? Atlas always prided himself as the best busi

CHAPTER 11ATLAS I drew in a deep breath as I walked out of the police station that morning.Finally.I couldn't believe I literally spent all my night in that cold cell for a crime that shouldn't be as serious as they were making it to be. Aggravated assault? It had only been a single punch. Staying in the cell made me cold and all I could think about was that I wasn't really at fault like they claim it to be.Yeah, I was guilty for punching him, but he had punched me first. And it just doesn't make any sense that all that had happened due to a single punch. It was his fault for not being able to take a punch. I just found it so odd that he almost broke his skull because of my punch.His family definitely wanted to pursue the case. My lawyer had arrived that morning, even though he was a bit late, I was still thankful that I was able to get bailed out, though they were still pursuing a criminal suit but at least, I had the chance to fight back."We need to hurry. I have to attend a

CHAPTER 10HEAVEN"How is he?" Amy's voice shook as she rushed towards me and my eyes widened in surprise. Shouldn't she be on a vacation with her boyfriend or something? Mom said she was returning later tonight or tomorrow and we had only been in the hospital for a little less than thirty minutes and she showed up.Did she fly from somewhere or what? It didn't seem like their vacation was in New York and even if it was, I just found it so surprising that she would rush down here in a matter of minutes when she ought to be somewhere far away from home.They were best friends so it was understandable how concerned and worried she was. If something happens to Jenna or Raquel, I would certainly be the first one to fly there."He is being attended to. I'm waiting for the doctor," I told her, and she ran her hand through her hair.She turned back to me a few seconds later and the concern on her face immediately morphed into disgust as she threw me a scowl."This is all your fault!" She acc

CHAPTER 9ATLAS"What was that?"Amanda questioned as we walked into my house that busy evening.I was still trying to wrap my head around what just happened at the gala. I couldn't stop thinking about the blood that gushed out of Oliver's head and how he suddenly lost consciousness. Does it really make sense that my punch would be that powerful to cause such damage? Did he trip or something? I couldn't fathom anything and it was really messing with my brain.The way Heaven had looked at me like I was a murderer and the way she had avoided me like a plague shattered my heart into pieces. I was still trying to get in her good books and this had to happen, just why? Why didn't I stop myself from punching Oliver?I should have just ignored them and tried to speak to Heaven later on. I just couldn't accept that they were together. I couldn't believe how Heaven had changed so much. It had been hard to reach her all this while and when she appeared, it was obvious she was back for blood.Fro

CHAPTER 141YANASomething heavy drops in my stomach. I read her message again, wondering if she's just trying to joke with me or something. But that message is too serious to craft a joke. You can't just wake up one day and decide to message someone about their father dying.Me: What do you mean?I tap on my screen, waiting for her response, but nothing comes. She decides to leave me hanging with a message like that, and I'm not going to take it lightly.Quickly, I scroll over to my contact log and dial my brother's number. He doesn't pick up the first ring, and that makes me more jittery. Dexter is the type that picks up as soon as you call; the first ring doesn't even land before he picks, so for this to happen, something is definitely wrong.Finally, he picks on the third ring, and I let out a sigh of relief."Yana," his voice comes from the other end."What's going on? You weren't taking my calls, and your wife sent a scary message to me just now. What does she mean by dad is dyi

CHAPTER 140YANASilence falls between us for a few seconds, and all he does is stare into space, looking lost, before he turns to me, looking into my eyes, something shifting there. "You're too good for me, Yana. Trust me. You don't want me. You don't want this at all." I shake my head. "You can't decide for me."He lets out an exhale. "Maybe I can't decide for you. But I can't have something like this. I tried to be happy. I tried to follow my heart. I thought I was happy for a while. I thought I deserved to love and be loved, but now I've realised it was just a mere distraction."My chest squeezes. I was nothing but a distraction to him? I stare at him, not knowing what to say. I don't even have the right words to pacify him."You're drunk," I manage to say."No, I'm not. I know what I'm saying, Yana. There's no future for us, and I'm sorry I led you on and made you feel that way, but it's time to let go. We really need some space."My stomach drops. Is he telling me to leave his

CHAPTER 139YANA Luis left the house earlier than usual. I should have known that meant something because he's the type who works late into the night. Back home yesterday, he had been in his study all day long and only came out once for dinner, during which he only ended up picking his food. He didn't eat breakfast and lunch and disguised it as being busy, but I know he was just trying to keep himself busy because of the anniversary.Today is Scarlett's death anniversary, and even though it's a Monday, Luis only came in to work and spent a few hours before disappearing. He didn't even tell me where he was going or reply to my text messages. Imagine my shock when I went to his office and his secretary told me he had already clocked out hours ago.When I arrive home, Lilica is in the living room colouring on her colouring book, and after the usual exchange of pleasantries, I head to my room. Pulling out my phone, I glance down at my messages, but nothing came from Luis. At this point,

CHAPTER 138YANAIt's a Saturday afternoon, and of course, Luis isn't home. I know he's the type to spend his weekends at home, but after breakfast this morning, he left the house without telling me where he was going. I didn't bother asking him since we've become so distant since that revelation. It's been days, and I don't think I'll heal from it anytime soon.After checking up on Lilica, who is still sleeping, I make my way downstairs. The day had been the most boring ever, and I didn't even have the inspiration to do anything.Settling on the couch, I open my socials after being away for days, and the first thing I see is Valeria's post. She's hugging another man, though it's only his back that is turned towards the camera, but anyone can clearly tell that's not Spencer. She has obviously changed her man. I wonder how she moves on so fast. Did she never love Spencer and the guys in her past, or what?I'm still struggling with my feelings for Luis here, and it's not really easy, es

CHAPTER 137YANA "Luis!" I call as I walk into the house, but Spencer holds the door before I can close it."Let go!" I shoot him a glare.He smiles as he peeps into the house. "Think about it and call me when you have a positive answer. I love you."I slam the door shut in his face. Such an asshole! When I turn back, Luis is no longer in the living room. I let out an exhale before heading to his room.After knocking twice on his door and without any response, I knew he was definitely mad at me. Anyone would have misunderstood the gesture earlier, and Spencer wouldn't stop acting like we got together or something.Ultimately, I push his door open and walk into his room. Luis turns back, his expression unreadable."It's basic courtesy to knock, Yana. You can't just barge into my room," he snaps."You weren't answering, so..."He cuts in sharply. "So you thought it was best to barge in, right? Have you forgotten the rules?"My heart sinks. "Rules?"He nods. "Yeah, the rules. We are not

CHAPTER 136YANAMe: Are you getting off work now?I glance down at my message for the third time. It's been over ten minutes since I sent the message to Luis, and my office is almost empty since everyone has already headed home. I wonder if Luis is still as busy or if he decided to ignore my message."Why are you still here?" Brianna's voice booms from her door, and I jolt up. I didn't even know she was still around.She narrows her eyes at me. "You're not planning to steal anything, are you?"I shoot her a glare. "Why would I steal anything? I'm not as poor as you want to believe, Brianna. I'm sure you're well aware of that."She lets out a scoff. "People do not only steal because they're poor."I arch an eyebrow. "I guess you know a lot about stealing, then. What should I call that?"She clears her throat. "You need to leave now, Yana. Everyone has gotten off work.""And you? Why are you still here?" The vibration of my phone from the table catches my attention, and I grab it imme