LOGINLOLA'S POV
I stumbled and fell on the ground, and before I could get up and scramble away, I felt him super close to me.I screamed as I scrunched to the ground, holding onto my head with both hands.I waited for a few seconds, but there was no hit or impact."Ma'am, are you alright?" Someone said from my front, and I raised up my head to see two out of the security guards guarding Andrea's house.I looked at them in surprise as my eyes quickly shot behind me.There was absolutely no one there. Whoever had been following me was now completely gone.I looked at their feet, and none of them were putting on black boots.I got up on my feet and told them how someone had been following me,as they quickly surveyed the area to see if anyone was still around, watching. They found nothing!As they escorted me home, I felt an eerie feeling of being watched from behiANDREA'S POV I sat down in my office going through important documents piled up on my desk.“I need to attend to this today, but I just can't get a hold of myself!” I snapped, slapping the desk and putting away a document I've been staring at for over an hour. I just couldn't concentrate. All I could think of was Lola's rejection and the cold shoulder she had given me this morning on our way back home from dad's house. She didn't even say a word to me.. nothing! It was like I didn't exist.I could never get used to that sort of treatment. Important personalities grovelled at my feet, and I didn't give a damn about them. But Lola.. she doesn't want me, and it hurts so badly.I shut my eyes, trying to control my emotions and get some work done. A strong scent of perfume filled the room, and as I looked up, I couldn't believe my eyes.. Anna Richard was right inside my office, with a huge smile on her face.How the heck did she get in?I had been so engrossed in thoughts that I didn't
ANDREA'S POV I kissed her as gently as I could, trying my best not to scare her, but just as I felt her kiss me back, all my restraints broke loose. The feeling of her lips against mine felt out of this world. Her fingers slid into my hair, pulling me even closer as I wrapped my arm around her.. holding her right where she belonged. Nothing else mattered at that moment.Then suddenly, as if realising herself, she pulled back, taking a few steps away from me. Her chest rose and fell quickly as she tried to catch her breath.I felt happy and hopeful. She loves me.. or likes me too.. that was why she kissed me back..She came closer to me, leaned closer to my left ear, and whispered. "You can't love me, Mr Andrea, I'm only your pretend wife, and that's all there is.." She said as she pulled away, picked up her purse, and walked out.I stood still for a few minutes, unable to accept the fact that I had been clearly rejected when a message popped up on my phone.It was from dad.“Where
ANDREA'S POV “It's fine, you are going to get past this,” Lola consoled as I held her tightly. We hugged each other for a few seconds as I enjoyed the comfort of her embrace. “Thank.. you.. Lola.” I said as she dropped her jaw in feigned surprise. “Wow.. does the almighty Andrea Peter show appreciation to people? This is a discovery!” She gasped as I couldn't help but laugh out loud. “Stop being dramatic. Everyone knows I'm a very humble person.” I said with a smile on my face. “Wow,” she gasped, looking dazed. “What is it? Why are you looking at me that way?” I inquired as she stared intently at me. “You know, this is the first time I've seen you smile genuinely without the flutter of the camera or when we are pretending to be all lovey dovey. You should smile more, it really suits you.” She said with a bright smile. Gosh, she looks so cute. I pulled closer to her as she pushed herself deeper into the sofa. “You know there are so many more things I can do besides smilin
LOLA'S POV I cleaned my eyes with my hands to ensure they weren't playing tricks on me, and indeed, when I looked at the woman from the front door camera, she still looked the same. She was an elderly woman and looked so much like Mr Andrea. There was an unmistakable resemblance between them. "Good evening ma'am," I greeted the moment I opened the door. "Duh.... where's Andrea?" She asked, brushing past me to the living room. I followed behind as she plopped down on the couch. "Andrea... Andrea love ..." She shouted, looking up the stairs. "Mr Andrea is not back yet, ma'am," I replied as she brought down her eyes to meet mine. "Who did you say you are again... wait... are you the one Andrea got married to?" She asked with a condescending look on her face. “I do not understand what Andrea saw in someone like you when there are so many wealthy and influential families to choose from. It's a shame he ended up with you,” She concluded as I looked at her with evident shock. Di
LOLA'S POV The Ivy Queens were suspended indefinitely for bullying, and I and Martha were totally vindicated. They picked up their things and left in agony as so many students mocked them."B*itches! You are finally getting what you deserve.""Whoa.. serves you right.""Who would have thought that a day like this would come when you heartless bitches would finally face the consequences of your actions."Basically everyone rejoiced at their indefinite suspension and class was cancelled for the day, because most of the students weren't ready to learn or go back to class after the events of the day."Thank God the truth is finally out, and you both have been proved innocent," Dan said with a big smile."But how do you think the VC got to know the truth? Could Mr Andrea have influenced this matter in any way?" Dan asked, looking from me to Martha as we sat down in the almost empty lecture hall."You both, is there someone here connected with Mr Andrea.. because that would be a logical ex
ANDREA'S POV I got to the school premises and got down immediately. My bodyguards surrounded me immediately as the students yelled frantically. "Typical college student behaviour," I smirked, maintaining a smile on my face. "Sir, I forgot to remind you of the crucial meeting you have with the board of directors by 2.00 pm. It's already 1.25 pm, sir, I would advise that we head back to the office sir, coming here yourself wasn't a good idea in the first place. I could send someone to handle it." He pleaded as he glanced at the crowd of awe struck students. "Well, we are here now, and there's no turning back. Let's make this snappy," I said, looking ahead to see if I would get a glimpse of her...Harry directed me towards the Vice Chancellors office. He had done his research on our way here, and we had all we needed. As I walked through the hallway leading to the Vice Chancellors office, I saw her.Lola Erikson. She had a worried look on her face– like she was scared to see me. I







