*Jayden*“You are poor compared to his standards,” Sierra whispered in my ear. I nodded in agreement though I knew she was trying to tease me.“Well he is my mentor and all. The student should never outshine the master.”The helicopter landed on a heliport and there were three carts waiting for us all. Sierra, Lorraine, Cynthia and I entered. Frankie and The security and police chief stepped into the other and Nathan took one by himself.The carts drove us through the expansive land all the way to the cluster of buildings.“What are all these houses?” Sierra asked as we passed the second mansion.“There are seven mansions on this huge acreage,” the driver answered. “All of them are well maintained and ready to host anyone at a moment’s notice. There is also a golf course, three rivers, a large chunk of Dorrington Forest, those buildings behind the clump of trees are a library, recreation center, stables and a small racing track.”“It is basically like a small town, there is even a pol
*Sierra*Nathan Sinclair had a few words with me in private just before we left. He told me he was happy that I was back and to look after his godson and Brian.His driver dropped us at the hospital where Jayden and I went to see Brian. He was awake and glad to see me. We found Llewellyn having an animated discussion with him about machines. Amanda was also with them having come from work.I looked at Jayden expecting to see a frown of disapproval but there was none. Apparently the quickest way to Jayden’s heart was through his son. My thoughts were proved right when Jayden called Llewellyn aside and they went outside to talk. I half expected to hear angry voices.They came back in minutes later all laughing heartily. The way they were all budding up one couldn’t tell they had just exchanged blows a few hours earlier. Something about male friendships was so basic yet pure.Unlike how I was with Lisa. It was sad that she met her demise that way. I wouldn’t have wished that to happen t
*Sierra* My gaze dropped from the road to the map beside me as I tried to figure out if I was actually on the right road. I'd been driving for almost eight hours and my new apartment was supposed to be five hours from my old one. I let my eyes take in my surroundings, wondering if there was anyone I could ask for directions. Luckily, I spotted a coffee shop a few blocks down the road. I drove a little faster, suddenly wanting to get some food. I hadn't bothered with breakfast this morning, too anxious to leave. Turning into an empty parking space, I put the car to a stop. I picked up my purse and car keys and then shut the door, locking the car. Taking a step towards the front door, I noticed that the gas station was actually bigger than I'd thought. I raised my head high, refusing to feel little for parking my old dingy car amongst others which looked way more expensive. There was a tall blonde guy behind the counter. He looked up from his cleaning the second I walked in, the tiny
JAYDENI hurried a little bit down the stairs, running a hand through my hair, and wondering why I had woken up this late. I hadn't intended to sleep in but I'd been exhausted after all the meetings I'd attended in the past few days. Apparently, my body had somehow gotten a hint that I didn't have to be in a meeting today until late in the evening.I glanced down at my phone to check the time. Luckily if I hurried, I could still get Brian to school on time. My eyebrows pinched as I reminded myself I still hadn't gotten him a nanny. It was becoming to affect the both of us. Him being so lonely all the time and me cutting into my work hours to spend some time with him or do basic things like pick him up from school.I put on the coffee maker and then poured his favorite cereal into a bowl. I'd just had the first sip of my coffee when he practically flew down the stairs like I hadn't politely asked him not to on several occasions."Brian, what did I tell you about skipping the stairs?" I
SIERRAI kicked my door shut a little more forcefully than was necessary, angry that all my efforts so far at finding a job had yielded absolutely no results. It was exactly a week and one day today since I'd moved into this tiny apartment with the hope of having a fresh start. So far the only thing I could describe as fresh was the tears that streamed down my face every night before I slept.Tossing my bag on the coffee table after taking out my phone, I began dialing a local pizza place to place my order. I hadn't expected moving here to be easy or to even help me with the heartbreak I was currently going through but I'd hoped that it would at least help me take my mind off things. And in a good way.I walked my phone and my bag to my room, putting on my laptop the instant I got to my bed. I turned on the internet even though the network here was shitty and began browsing through online job ads. I paused my fingers over the keys, an ad catching my attention.It was a receptionist jo
SierraMy first day at work was not so bad, considering the fact that I knew so little about the environment. And the position especially. Besides, I had no plans of resuming the same day. But was asked to get started immediately as there was no receptionist at all present at the hotel. That came as a surprise to me, with mixed feelings. Nervous, uncertain, excited, and bankrupt, I unwittingly accepted the offer.After I was shown around the hotel, I couldn't help but admit that it was a beautiful and luxurious place to be in. But I was an absolute introvert who hated to be with so many people and was already feeling irritated seeing the many people who I walked past while the tour went on.After the brief tour, I was seated behind the PC waiting to face the countless annoying faces that would walk through the door with a smile.If I wasn't going to do it for anything, I was going to do it because Steph was so sweet and polite. Besides, the pay was enticing and worth it.Judging based
SierraI used my left hand to clean the sweat that was trickling down from my face off my forehead. Glancing up towards the direction of the impatient man who was already making gestures to signify that he was tired of standing.He had been standing since I started looking for the keys, and it was already ten minutes and counting, yet I still hadn't found it. Some other customers were beginning to get impatient too. Impolitely asking me to hurry up with him and get to them."What exactly is the matter?" The man finally asked, exhausting the patience he had."I'm sorry sir, but I think someone must have changed the location of the keys." I opened another drawer, my desperation doubled now. "I can't find it.'The man raised a brow at me, frowning in confusion. "Check the third drawer by your left." He finally said, keeping his gaze steady on my face. I followed his guidance, and then I saw where all the keys were. He must have been here for weeks, or months. That was the only logical ex
*Jayden*This day has started well for me. Mom had called me early in the morning with some good news and the excitement had made whatever sleep I had to flee.I push open the large windows in my bedroom enjoying the lightning sky outside. The cold wind is not so much. Brian had spent the night at his friend’s place so I have the place all to myself this morning.If only his mother was still alive; we would be having a sensuous morning together, cuddling up in each other’s arms. A mix of conflicting hormones coursed through my body. First was sadness as it hit me that she wasn’t alive and the next was the sensation of stirring in my groin.Despite the biting, someone has decided to arise. I adjusted my silk pajamas but the sensation of the material just aroused me farther. I tried to think of other things but my mind decided to pick on the lady at the coffee shop.“I think it is time for a cold shower,” I shouted out loud and headed to the bathroom before things got out of hand.An hou