NATHAN'S POV.I stood in my office, staring at the document on my desk. It was a list of questions that the head of public relations thought I might be asked in the upcoming press conference. I had spent hours preparing my answers, but there was still a nagging sense of uncertainty. Would I be able to handle the barrage of questions? Would I say the right thing? I checked my phone again, hoping for a message from her. But the screen remained blank, and the silence was deafening."Where is he?" I rolled my eyes at the sound of a familiar voice. Just a second later, Lisa and my mum entered the office with her assistant not too far behind.Lisa excused herself after telling me she tried to announce their presence. "Why aren't you in the suit I picked out? What's with the regular black tie for goodness sake." My mum spoke with frustration laced in her tone, was for sure tired of me and just maybe if I was happy I might have joked about tone and facial expression.I didn't pay her questio
"That was good, bro." Jacob shook hands with me and I smiled thanking him. We watched as the reporters took their leave thanking me and saying a few words to Kennedy and my mum."The reporters seemed quite pleased. Hopefully the news tomorrow will be pleasing to us." Kennedy informed me and I nodded."Thank you, Kennedy. Good job." I told her, she gave a polite smile before excusing herself."Mr Gonre." I spoke as he approached where Jacob and I were, Jacob busy on his phone while I kept meditating."Nathaniel King. Let's wait for the reports tomorrow. Have a good night and please go out tonight. Have a blast, do something wild if you please." He patted my shoulder walking away. If I didn't know better, I would have taken his words seriously but he knew the media would still be watching my every move."Nat, I have to get going but see you tonight? Liam and Kelvin want to go to some…" He trailed off watching as I shook my head slowly in disagreement."I will be going home tonight. The
LYDIA'S POV.THE SAME DAY AS NATHAN'S INTERVIEW."Good morning daddy. " I greeted my father whose eyes were focused on his iPad as I took a seat at the dining table. I was dressed in a pair of sleek black pants, paired with a crisp white shirt and a black blazer. I paired the look with classic black heels and minimal jewelry, wanting to appear professional and polished. "Good morning princess. You look beautiful. " He complimented me with a smile, bringing out his aged handsome features. I thanked him for letting out a breath. I picked up a fork dishing five pancakes on my plate and I watched Patricia approach the table with a cup of coffee in her hands."Good morning Miss Lydia, I made it just how you like it. I hope you have a nice day at work today." She smiled, setting the cup of coffee next to me."Thank you." I observed her and my father made eye contact, she simply gave a head nod and turned on her heels. I didn't want to give a thought adding to the stress of what was current
3rd POV.It was a week later and the last event Lydia had attended, she was shocked at the amount of disrespect that had been thrown her way. Old, hideous men had approached her trying to make her their mistress after the news had come out. The Ex Wife of Nathaniel King is seen with different wealthy business men over the last few weeks. Are the rumors that she now sleeps with successful men in order to sponsor her lifestyle true?Lydia's father was not pleased with the headline but Lydia assured him it meant nothing to her. She knew the paparazzi had taken pictures of her when she was meeting with investors so therefore she was being diligent, their words meant nothing to her.Well until, the disgusting words and stares that came from men. The worst was her encounter with a familiar man who was known publicly for his cheating ways."Lydia Lydia." He stared at her with lust admiring her physical features, from her beautiful face to her amazing body. She turned around and kissed her t
Expensive jewelry, artworks and sentimental objects were up for auction as well as a date with beautiful women specially handpicked by Mrs King. She had included Rachel much to her dismay, Jenny and even Lydia unbeknownst to her.As the events began to unfold such as the dance stored up, Mrs King searched around the room looking around for Lydia but she wasn't found. She watched Mr Gonre approach her table after Nathan had gone to get some small chops."Rhonda King." She rolled her eyes in a full circle at the sound of his voice. He chuckled sitting at the empty seat next to her. "Are you coming by tonight?" He whispered and she scoffed, keeping her mouth shut. "I will take that as a tomorrow night then. You look beautiful by the way, almost as if you never aged." He complimented and her heart smiled but her face remained nonchalant. He stood up about to turn on his heel when he came face to face with Nathaniel. "What's up Kid? Having a good time?" Mr Gonre did not wait for his res
Lydia's POV:Lorena and I watched the events unfold while having a good time despite the looks coming from all if not all in the room. The screen of my phone lit up on the table where Lorena and her plus one, her fiancé and a few others were seated. He had been in a bad mood all night and kept his eyes on his phone smiling while completely ignoring Lorena's presence even when she had asked if he was okay, he stared at her and snubbed her. Lorena just kept quiet as if she was used to his rude behavior. I mentally took note of that and prepared to question her about it later.They were now about to start the auction, displaying beautiful artworks and jewelry which was appealing to the eyes. In fact a particular diamond necklace caught the attention of every woman there."28CT Heart Cut Simulated Diamond Necklace 925 Silver Gold Plated…" The emcee began having a lady, who was working the party, unbox it. The light shone on it and I was wowed. Every woman gasped at its beautiful structur
Lydia's POV:"That's totally understandable. But I would like to give you this." The box revealed the diamond necklace that was just up for bid. It was magnificent up close and I stared at it with amazement but quickly masked it seeing the look on his face."You have been good to me but I treated you like…." He trailed off, I simply stared at him for a moment then diamond necklace with then encrusted heart shape. I huffed and annoyed at myself for my next action."Thank you but no, thank you." I closed the box and walked away. "Oh, because of the new man you're seeing right?" He questioned and I turned around confused. He really did think I was a gold digger going after men for money? I scoffed but rather than responding, I turned on my heels.I could feel eyes on me as I walked back into the hall just ready to take my leave."A date with beautiful Jennifer, classy, elegant, entertaining. Bidding from 20,000 dollars." An old man raised up his hand but most people were no longer payin
3rd POV:SAME DAY:As Mrs King sat at the edge of her King sized bed, staring at her own necklace. A memory crossed her mind and she got up heading straight to Lydia's old room in a haste."Good morning Mrs King." She reverted her attention to the staircase where Jenny was slowly striding up the stairs, in a fresh pair of clothes. A deep blue jean along with a white t-shirt tucked in, to compliment her look was gold accessories and black heels. "Where have you been?" Mrs King questioned, strolling down the corridor headed to the room in her mind."I stayed back at the hotel. You seem to be on a mission, what's going on?" Mrs King smiled slyly but kept mute. Jenny followed her nonetheless, she was curious and wanted to help in any way."Hold on, Lomi." Mrs King announced her presence and Lomi was reluctantly packing out Lydia's belongings halted in her action turning around.Mrs King took slow elegant steps and sat at Lydia's old vanity. Jenny glanced at Lomi who kept her gaze on Mrs