As the morning sun painted the sky in hues of pink and gold, Via bustled around the kitchen, humming a tune as she packed a picnic basket with sandwiches, fruit, and homemade cookies. The smell of freshly brewed coffee filled the air, mingling with the sweet scent of the cookies baking in the oven."Mommy, are we going on an adventure today?" Jaydee asked, her eyes shining with excitement as she skipped into the kitchen, her favorite stuffed elephant tucked under her arm."Yes, sweetheart, we are," Via replied with a smile, her heart warming at the sight of her daughter's enthusiasm. "We're going to the zoo!""The zoo?" Kaydee echoed, bounding into the kitchen while still rubbing his eyes. His sister was too excited after she smellednthe delicious aroma of the cookies and she made sure that he would also be wide awake to be with her. "That's awesome," he yawned.Via nodded, her own excitement growing as she watched her children's faces light up with joy. "That's right! We're going to
Though going to the zoo had been fun enough, Via wanted to make the most of the time left for her to wholly spend with her children. Once she started working, it would be a bit more difficult to always play around with the kids. As a solution, Via planned their next destination.Via sat down with Jaydee and Kaydee, a map spread out in front of them as they excitedly discussed their next adventure."Alright, kiddos, where do you want to go next?" Via asked, her eyes sparkling with excitement.Jaydee's eyes lit up as she pointed to a colorful area on the map. "How about the amusement park, Mommy? I heard Uncle Collin talk about how fun the amusement parks here were!"Kaydee nodded enthusiastically, his face lighting up with anticipation. "Yeah, and he said they have a large Ferris wheel! Can we go, Mom?"Via smiled at her children's excitement, her heart swelling with love. "Of course we can, my little adventurers! Let's go have some fun!"With that, they packed up their picnic basket,
On Via's first day of work at SA Group, she woke up with a mix of nerves and excitement fluttering in her stomach. After getting the kids ready for school and making sure they were settled with Collin and Cassie, she set out for her new job with determination.As Via approached the sleek office building of SA Group, she was immediately struck by its modern architecture. The building towered above her, its glass facade reflecting the sunlight in dazzling patterns. The entrance was adorned with a polished marble floor, and the walls were decorated with elegant artwork, giving the impression of sophistication and professionalism.Stepping through the doors, Via was greeted by the sight of the bustling lobby. Employees in smart business attire hurried past her, their footsteps echoing against the marble floor. The air was filled with the soft hum of conversations and the ringing of the elevators.Taking a moment to compose herself, Via walked purposefully towards the receptionist desk. The
"Olivia, there's a call for you from the CEO's office," Jessica called her after she answered the phone. "Maybe that's about the file Mr. Rodriguez told me to deliver yesterday. I'll go there!" Via enthusiastically went to the CEO's office. "You're here," Cathy, the CEO's secretary, welcomed her with a smile. "The CEO had a few questions about the proposal from the HR department." "Sure. May I enter the office now?" Via smiled when Cathy opened the door for her. Via stepped into the office and was immediately struck by its imposing atmosphere. The room was spacious, with high ceilings and floor-to-ceiling windows that offered a panoramic view of the city skyline. The natural light streaming in cast a warm glow over the sleek, modern furnishings, yet the space had an undeniable sense of power and authority. The walls were adorned with tasteful, minimalist art pieces—abstract designs in bold, dark colours that conveyed strength and confidence. One wall featured a built-in books
"What got you smiling, Via?" Jessica teased when she noticed Via's mood after meeting with the CEO. "You noticed Mr. Nakamura's gorgeous looks? Ain't he dashing?" Via blushed as her eyes widened. "What are you saying?" "What?" Jessica giggled. "Mr. Nakamura's appearance is to die for! Everyone wants to be noticed by him since he is also very single!" "I don't know what you're talking about." Via shook her head as she laughed at her workmate’s teasing. "I was just doing my job." "Oh, come on, Via," Jessica said, nudging her playfully. "I saw the way you came out of his office. Your cheeks were pink, and you had that little sparkle in your eye." "You're imagining things," Via insisted, though she couldn't help the smile that tugged at her lips. "Sure, sure," Jessica said, rolling her eyes. "But just so you know, you're not alone. Every woman in this office has a crush on him, even some of the married ones. He’s like a real-life prince charming with those suits and that smoldering g
On Via's first day of work at SA Group, she woke up with a mix of nerves and excitement fluttering in her stomach. After getting the kids ready for school and making sure they were settled with Collin and Cassie, she set out for her new job with determination.As Via approached the sleek office building of SA Group, she was immediately struck by its modern architecture. The building towered above her, its glass facade reflecting the sunlight in dazzling patterns. The entrance was adorned with a polished marble floor, and the walls were decorated with elegant artwork, giving the impression of sophistication and professionalism.Stepping through the doors, Via was greeted by the sight of the bustling lobby. Employees in smart business attire hurried past her, their footsteps echoing against the marble floor. The air was filled with the soft hum of conversations and the ringing of the elevators.Taking a moment to compose herself, Via walked purposefully towards the receptionist desk. Th
“We’re all set here. Aren’t you going to be late for work?” Collin asked as soon as the kids were busy playing in the area that Collin had prepared for them. Via checked the time on her watch before she shook her head. “It’s still early but I’ll go now.” "Thanks for bringing them, Via. I owe you one," Collin said, quickly hugging Via. "Don't worry about it. I should be the one thankful because you’re going out of your way for the kids," Via replied, her voice gentle but firm. "Are you sure you'll be okay with them?" "We'll be fine," Collin assured her, ruffling Jaydee's hair and giving Kaydee a high-five. "You go on to work. I've got this covered." "Alright," Via said, bending down to hug the twins. "You two be good for Uncle Collin, okay? I'll see you after work." "Okay, Mommy," Jaydee and Kaydee chorused, their faces lighting up with smiles. Via straightened up and gave Collin one last grateful look. "Thanks again, Collin." "Anytime, Vi," he said, his eyes soft and understand
“I think you two should talk,” Collin butted in when he noticed the awkwardness between the two. “I’ll take the kids home so take your time talking. It’s been a while since you have met each other so you have a lot of catching up to do.” Though she was unsure if that was the right thing to do at the moment, Via nodded her head. She followed Troye, who had already walked his way towards Collin’s office's balcony. “It’s been a long time, Vi.” Troye said again with a smile. “How have you been?” “I’m good.” Via felt awkward. It had been years since the last time she saw him, but the emotions she had before she left were still there. She felt apologetic, and her heart was filled with guilt toward him. The two of them started catching up as Collin instructed them. Troye asked questions about the US, how she adjusted, and how she searched for jobs. In return, Via tried to ask Troye questions about his work and how he remained in touch with Collin after what happened between them. Their c