FLOWERS OR DOLLARS
...Maurice stood looking at me, his eyes bright with fury. I saw him tight his fist and loosen it.
“Let's get this damn meeting done!" He said, heading towards where I sat.
“Of course we should, loser!"
“Sit!" I ordered.
Maurice stared menacingly at me for a few seconds, before he began to head to the empty bistro chair at my side.
‘Was this pauper thinking he could do anything stupid?!' I scoffed, sipping from my glass again before calling to one of my men.
“Get another glass, Bill!" I ordered.
Bill went in and in a flash he arrived with a glass in his hands, opening the bottle of spirit and pouring it to the empty glass.
“I don't drink during business meetings" Maurice said.
“Touché!" I chuckled, waving Bill away.
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Billionaire daughter, Natalie Escobar faces the dilemma of choosing between Kevin Fidell and Maurice Brown.
Kevin Fidell is the heir of a multi billion dollar company, the son of her father's best friend and a smooth operator when it comes to love making. Maurice on the other hand, is a smart young man, insanely in love with Natalie and determined to keep the love burning despite Jane being in the picture.
When Natalie's father faces a huge downfall in his company, Kevin and his father comes to the rescue, leaving Natalie with no choice than to accept Kevin's marriage proposal.
In the eve of their wedding, the worst happens. Kevin's real identity comes to light.
Would she proceed with the wedding or would she accept Maurice instead despite his low financial status?.
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Chapter: Epilogue/Author's Note Epilogue Could Natalie and her husband hide his surgery and his state of incapability from Louisa?. They indeed tried their possible best, but Louisa noticed in no time. They wouldn't remain in whatever state Natalie had mentioned, forever. Louisa Brown found out the very moment she stepped her foot in the Brown's home for a visit. Maurice's mobility took quite the time, solid six months. However, he began exercising his legs by walking around the garden in their home. Natalie, his loving wife, was always willing to help. In a month, Maurice began to walk, advancing in progress as the days went by. Additionally, Natalie birthed her twin babies the next month, and Maurice couldn't contain his joy. Two healthy looking kids, a boy and a girl which they both named, Maya and Maverick. The lovey dovey couple, Jane and Kevin, visited the Browns as they promised, bearing their wedding invitation card which they presented before they left their abode. Their joy was simply undiluted,
Last Updated: 2024-06-09
Chapter: The four meet72“I think we need to leave, your dad's food is getting cold!" She managed to say, she didn't want him to notice just how jittery and nervous she felt. He flashed a smile as he stood very close now, and Jane looked at him, admiring his beards and eyes. She couldn't stop staring at his eyes. His stare was still fixed at Jane. Making his eyes duller and licking his lower lips, Kevin leaned in more and more. ‘The effect Jane had on him!' Kevin couldn't dispute the fact that Jane was the first lower class girl he had ever fallen for, she would never had been his type before his days in prison but there was something about Jane! He couldn't help but appreciate the fact that a bit of his personality changed after his stay. Jane was fire!.Their nose touched now and they felt each other's breathe on their faces. Jane began to close her eyes tightly, exhilarated that Kevin made to kiss her. His nose grazed hers, and then went down her cheek, before she heard him whisper softly. “I'd try
Last Updated: 2024-06-08
Chapter: Crazy chemistry 71Jane walked brisky, and halted two steps forward. “What the fuck am I doing?!" She mused, her face wearing a little frown. Biting her lips and giving in to a wide smile, she remembered the naughty dream she had last night about Kevin. ‘How could I think of him so much that he appeared right in my dream?' she muttered unconsciously. Wasn't she stupid to fall for Kevin? She thought. Kevin had also been involved with Natalie. Why was she always attracted to anyone around Natalie?! She thought further, giving a loud sigh. She was definitely crazy! Yes. If Kevin still had a thing for Natalie, she would be flung back into another period of heartbreak and desolateness. She would rather kill whatever she felt for Kevin now and save herself of such stress, but could she?.Heading a few steps forward, she stopped right in her tracks as she discovered Kevin had been standing, his hands was tucked in his pocket and his face gazing directly to the floor, switching it to the other side of t
Last Updated: 2024-06-07
Chapter: Now, forever and till the end of time 70****Natalie's POV****The reception area of The Arnold Healing Center was almost the same as the Oaks Medical Center where Maurice's first surgery was conducted. However, I could spot that the current hospital was more sparse and equipped. Not so surprised, the Fiddell's baffling wealth was never hidden!.The sudden deep breath Maurice gave as they placed him on the stretcher made me panic. I sucked in a deep breath too, shutting my eyes, before the masculine voice of an advanced doctor jilted me out of my solemn moment. “You will be just okay, pretty lady!" The doctor said with a smile, he was dressed in shrubs. I couldn't help but smile back despite how I felt. He was so cool, regardless of the fact that he had aged. Was this Kevin's grandfather? Dr. Arnold?.“Dr. Arnold... I think you're Mr. Brown's wife, right?" He asked, offering a handshake.“Yes, I am" I replied with a smile, taking his hands. I should have noticed he was Kevin's grand father the moment I beheld his face.
Last Updated: 2024-06-06
Chapter: His new friend69****Kevin's POV****I painted the white part of my drawing paper, applying the red hue I had lightened with a white. As I stroked the brush repeatedly on the paper, I was satisfied at the exact color of redness it reflected. ‘Perfect!' I whispered. The sound of approaching footsteps caught my attention and I darted my eyes to the entrance of my little pleasure workshop. Yes! My pleasure workshop. For now, I painted every and anything my mind could think of to retain the little joy I felt since I arrived Carolton, hoping to enlarge that joy soon. Peering closely, I discovered it was my grandfather's worker, Jane. Our eyes met, and she looked away, letting her sight fall to her feet. In her hand was a basket of food. I had requested that Dr. Arnold inform Jane of my need for lunch that afternoon. “It won't be bad to know how her food tastes right?" I had asked my grandad. “How her food taste?" He returned the question with disbelief, evident in his eyes. “You have no idea of J
Last Updated: 2024-06-05
Chapter: My husband needs to be alive 68****Natalie's POV****I just couldn't believe my ears when the doctor came up with another news after giving the diagnosis he did earlier. “I'd advise your husband should be moved to another hospital. His condition is critical and he needs the best hands to ensure a successful surgery" the doctor suggested. I looked on not knowing the best way to react. Already, I've been tired of weeping. My head felt way too light. Maurice made to talk. “Where do..."“Don't speak Maurice, please..." I sauntered.Maurice was very conscious unlike his first stay at the hospital, but now his condition was actually worse like the doctor had said. He was unable to stand upright now, and though he could gaze at me. All he did was lie on the bed, wearing a sad look on the face. “I will make very careful enquiries on the best hospital to be referred to"“Do have a nice day, Mr. Brown and take enough rest. The nurses would check in from time to time" he said, placing his stethoscope back to his neck
Last Updated: 2024-06-04
Chapter: 012 - My BabyThe first thing I get myself after receiving my first wage is a car. By noon on Monday, I was at a dealership in Queens, walking through rows of polished vehicles, sunlight glinting off windshields in the lot. City Line Auto was closer than I’d expected, and the cars on display didn’t look used at all, no scratch, no dent, just pre-loved as the salesman had proudly corrected.“So, this is the last one for the range you’re looking at,” the salesman said, pointing toward the end of the lot.I stopped grinning like a toddler in a bouncing castle and tried to compose myself.“Let’s see if this one changes my mind,” I told Tahlia.I had put her on FaceTime the moment I got to Queens and we already inspected Fords, Hyundai Elantras, Chevy Traverses, and a BMW SUV that she nearly proposed to. But they were either too bulky or just there. Perfect for someone else, but not for me.I looked forward, and my chest went light. My hand went to it reflexively as I gasped, switching the camera from
Last Updated: 2026-02-20
Chapter: 011 - Different In a Better Way**Minutes later**I stood in front of the rearview mirror at the far corner of my room, my hands pressed to the edge of the dresser. The guy in the reflection looked just as annoyed and just as embarrassed as I felt.Maybe it wasn’t the way she said it. Maybe it was because I had just fired Marina on the grounds of being unprofessional. I probably shouldn't have invited her to my home, but the thought of her running over—pissed about the time, yet helpless because she had to freaking do her job was too thrilling to resist.She had the uncanny ability to slice me down in the most polite manner and it drove me nuts.I grabbed my cellphone, tapping at some keypads.No. I shouldn't be doing this. I flung it back to the bed, groaning before I began to pace about. Soon, a knock sounded at the door. Another followed, louder this time.I sighed, holding my hair. “For chrissakes... Can't a man get an alone time?”“Ev.” her soft voice tried to pierce through my irritation. “I just want to b
Last Updated: 2026-02-18
Chapter: 010 - Something Unusual***• Everett •***Today, I did something unusual. I skipped my daily routine, and it was a little too early to be back from work. It's just forty five minutes past 3pm and I'm not in my study, but in the sitting room with Diane. Her head is buried in a document I did bring from work to thoroughly scrutinize at home. She took a fork from her plate and pierced a golden cube of pineapple, sliding it into her mouth before turning to me.“You really don’t need to start now. You just logged off a few minutes ago.” I said matter of factly. She ignored me. “So we are going to do it this way — I scratch your back and you scratch mine. I need some suggestions on the evening dress you know, I have a couple of designs, I'm just not convinced yet.”“Isn't this something you should be discussing with Simone or maybe Clara. They are women. They would give you better opinions.” I suggested.Diane winked, pointing a finger at me. “You see, that's where you are wrong. Simone would pair socks with
Last Updated: 2026-02-14
Chapter: 009 - Walk With Me***• Andrea •***“Now that’s how you know a badass consultant. A thirty-day reset? You called off Marilyn’s relationship the other day. How exactly do you do all of this?”“Oh... please, Kylian. I’m just being realistic. His partner tagged his care and constant attention as suffocation. I only want to know who’s wrong.”I paused, squinting slightly at him. “I call it the Quiet Decompression Phase.”Kylian cackled loudly, drawing embarrassed glances from nearby tables.“Keep it low,” I muttered, nudging him with my foot.We were at the cafeteria for a quick lunch break and between us sat a tray of rice, grilled chicken, and two unopened bottles of soda, barely touched. We only had a few minutes before resuming our duties. I grabbed my fork, taking a small bite.“You are actually the bravest newbie this company has ever had. When Vanessa was here, she would do anything to stay in Mr. Bradley’s good books,” Kylian continued, his gaze drifting over the employees walking in and out.“I’m
Last Updated: 2026-02-10
Chapter: 008 - A Bone In His Neck*** • Everett •*** Two days later, I had just grabbed my briefcase, ready to get to work, when I bumped into Diane at my door. Her hair fell in careless waves, and her under-eyes were way too dark. “Jesus Christ! You almost gave me a heart attack.” “I’m sorry,” she muttered, absently biting her finger. In a flash, she thrust a slim black box toward me. I tried to decipher the contents of her gift, letting out a sigh the moment I realized what it was. “Morning to you, Diane. Not everyone’s obsessed with colognes,” I said, making my way to the dining area. She scurried behind me, trying to catch up with my pace. “That’s a limited edition I picked up in Milan,” she said. “I figured if I couldn’t say the right thing, I could at least show it.” She stepped in front of me now. “You didn’t even speak to me all of yesterday.” She added, opening her arms and forcing me to a stop, a pout forming on her lips. I rubbed my eyes in frustration. “I need to leave for work. Stop acting
Last Updated: 2026-02-07
Chapter: 007 - First Task***• Andrea •***If someone had told me that I'd be second guessing my decision of being an employee on my first day at work, I would have laughed in their face and called them dramatic. When I first arrived today, I was thrilled. Who wouldn't? Mr. Bradley ushered me in for onboarding before I even got to show the card, but now? I don't know what to think. Love’s unpredictable, very complicated, but being a Love Consultant was a bigger adventure I didn’t knew I signed up for. I turned to face my first task ever - Marilyn and Jordan seated in front of me. Marilyn had her leg crossed, a weary expression visible on her face. On her left was her non- chalant boyfriend, sprawled comfortably in his chair, spinning a sleek car key between his fingers.I cleared my throat briefly, flashing my most professional smile as I let Mr. Bradley's words during the short onboarding play in my head. ‘Do not side with either parties, and please don't roll your eyes. One mess up and your salary is
Last Updated: 2026-02-04
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