We were about to check out of the suite when my phone beeped. I ignored it because at the same time, Emily’s personal assistants came in and were already carrying her suitcases out. They were four in number.
Her work here was done. She was supposed to follow me home so that we could calm Dad down. Unfortunately for me, Emily received a call from Chris, telling her that her presence was needed in New York. Her flight papers were ready. I was disheartened to see her go.“It’s just for a night,” She chuckled at my sad expression. “I am sorry, I just couldn’t say no now that my acting career is down the drain. I have to keep my house and pay Chris.”That was a funny way to say that she has to survive and I smiled before giving her a hug. “I will tell you everything,” I was talking about the visit to the West mansion. She wasn’t tagging along anyway. “Call me,”She nodded, pulling away to glare at my attire. “I will. Don’t forget what I said. Keep away from reporters andDalia’s POVHe just embarrassed me. Although they won’t know who I was seeing as Emily covered me from head to toe.Dimitri gives me a curt nod. “I am sorry, ma’am.”I roll my eyes. What’s with his professional reply and where has he been? “What’s with that attitude and where have you been?”“You are no longer Ms. Dalia Thompson. You are Boss’ wife. I am not allowed to speak casually to you.” Answered Dimitri, like a robot.I scoff in disbelief. “When do you ever speak casually to me?! You know what? You can keep that attitude. I love it,” I sneered sarcastically. Emily will marvel at my sudden change in character.I don’t care.He didn’t say anything and the car was quiet until he suddenly stopped. I look out the window to see where we are. To my surprise, we were at the front entrance of West Inc.“Why am I here?” I ask in panic. I didn’t plan for all this! I didn’t get a reply but Dimitri wasted no time in opening the door. He was practically askin
She nodded happily. I think she has to be the only person I’d connect to here. And Isaiah.. “With three kids. Those parasites,” she says with a loving gaze in her eyes and I join her to smile dreamily.One day, I would talk about my boy like that.“We are here,” She interrupts my musing and the door opens to reveal a huge hallway. It was like walking into an exhibit hall as pictures about West Wing hung side by side.It was beautiful.We eventually got to Eros’ office door and I saw Sara knocking a bit before she opened it. Halfway across, I could see Isaiah behind his laptop. He must be so busy that he couldn’t even look up.They all were.Through the see-through glass, I found Eros on his phone with his back facing the door. I didn’t hear anything.The thought of seeing him alone gave me chills every time but seeing him standing so close made me really anxious and safe at the same time. I didn’t know what to feel. As if on cue, he turned towards us. The
“The contract,” He suddenly said and my heart sank. He no longer had that mischievous look on his face. He.. he is serious.“It’s at home.” I finally said without looking at him. Looks like we will have to go through all of this again. If he wants to ruin the little connection we have over some contract then...“I have a copy here,” he brings out the document probably from the same place he took out his golden pen. “The contract remains. We have a few rules to go over again.” Then he paused. “I am doing this to help the both of us. I am very particular about... certain things. So here.” He handed me a copy and I scrutinised it. I haven’t seen this contract since the burglary incident. It must be lying in the dust somewhere in my old apartment.I should visit there soon. “What rules?” I ask irritably.He goes into a business mood and I couldn’t help but miss his casual attitude earlier. I thought we were going somewhere.. Why the sudden change? Or maybe he didn’t chan
Hmm... I can count the times Eros has humiliated me. Anyway, I don’t think it would be wise to discuss personal issues with his personal assistant. Eros wouldn’t want such a relationship.“He is. I just want to know how you maintained your stance. I am sure there were others before you.”“I simply earned his respect. Our relationship is always hanging on a thin thread. But he can’t find another person like me.” He shrugged proudly.“Are you in a relationship, Mr. Isaiah?” I ask sceptically. He seemed young to me yet full of wisdom. It must be why he is the personal assistant to Eros. He knew when to stop prying and didn't act nosy.He nodded enthusiastically. “Yes. We have been together for six months now.”My eyes widened at the revelation. “That’s great! What’s her name? What does she do?” not that I need these pieces of information but I should at least know something about someone I am about to get information from.“Tracey Sharpe. She is the personal ass
The attendant glanced uncertainty at the clothes on the rack. They were the most expensive clothes she could find. And she doubted I had the money to purchase them.Well, she is in for a surprise. “All?” I dismissed her confused look.She nodded affirmatively with her hands folded in submission. “All.”I kissed the roof of my tongue while glaring at the labels and price tag on them. They were insanely expensive. I have a black card and I was going to use it.There was no way I’d have come here with a regular card. The label tags read West Inc.Just great.“West? As in West Incorporated?” I spelt it out for her, sighing when she nodded vehemently. She didn’t have to make it so obvious.Then a small smile found its way to her lips. “I have seen you on television.”I was wrong. She wasn’t wondering if I could pay for these clothes. She was wondering why I am here. What am I doing here? I just came out of West Inc. I turned to the clothes from Eros and sh
Perspiration poured from her forehead even when the AC was on. That’s right, work your ass out, young lady without control!“You didn’t take that,” I shot at the manager who was just standing around, ordering them. She followed my gaze.“What?” She asked, puzzled at the direction of my eyes. It was a rack filled with different handbags. I must be crazy doing all these. But the truth is I was bound to go shopping one of these days.Unfortunately, Emily isn’t with me to guide me. Today of all days...The woman refused to show a hint of surprise. She must be used to all these. “Right away ma’am,”At the end of it all, there were about fifty bags filled with clothes, twenty filled with handbags from different designers and thirty five boxes of hand made shoes.It was estimated to be over ten thousand dollars. It didn’t sound small to me and for a moment I wondered if Eros would be pleased or furious.Would he even notice such a small amount missing from his a
“Mr. Spencer,” Eros smirked at the older man in front of me. He looked like a butler... Of course he is! I mentally palmed my head at my conclusion. And here I was thinking Eros hated people generally.The old man was in his full butler attire. Like the stereotypes you’d see on television. Sprinkles of grey hair, boyish face, thin shoulders and long legs poised in elegance.His hands were covered in gloves.Eros picked us at exactly six. But not before dumping a load of surprises on my Dad. Then to pacify him, I gave him the suit. I didn’t tell him it was from Eros and there were only two in the world.He may keep it in his closet and never wear it. I couldn’t have that. I would love to do that to this gown but I found myself being persuaded by Emily’s calm voiceShe really knew how to use that to her advantage all the time. When I mentioned Hera West, she would hear none of it. Although I could hear the pain in her voice as she told me to wear it.She really
“Do you want to know what isn’t fair?” She turned to the boy who was slightly trembling. “All of you are like some parasites. Do you know what isn’t fair? You Nicholas, Avery and Theodore! Do you want to know what isn’t fair? The fact you were given to me when I asked the big guy up there for perfect children!” she screamed. Then her facade changed in a second. She was just like Eros. A minute of yelling and a second dose of calmness. The resemblance was creepy.The hall was really quiet.“That’s enough Athena,” Eros intervened and I fell in love with his voice. Such a peace-making voice... I think I heard her name at the fashion show. It didn’t occur to me that she was the one called Athena. Athena, a divorcee with three identical kids.It must be hard for her. I don’t know anything about kids but I was sure this wasn’t a way to treat them. The three of them were as still as a rock.“Now,” Athena started, ignoring Eros’ firm voice. “Get out your tablets and stay bus