LYDIA’S POV.EARLIER THAT DAY."Let me just finish this." I said to myself sitting Indian style on my soft large queen sized bed tucking my hair to the back of my ear as it was getting in my face. In order to keep my identity a secret which my father had always done since I was a child, in fact the majority of people believed Andrew was my father's only child, I was going to work from home. I was uncertain if my father was going to still grant me a position at the company but nonetheless, he had instructed me to know the in's and out's. So I was going to do just that.I snacked on the cookies Patricia had baked, I strongly believed she was literally cooking and feeding not just because it was her job but also in order to get employed at one of our luxurious restaurants as a chef. And maybe her plans were working.A sound of my phone ringing from the bed stand broke my attention from the pile of documents in front of me. I sighed deeply stretching to pick up my phone, the caller ID r
He got down from the car and opened my door for me. He stretched out his hand to help me out of the car and I gladly took it. It wasn't exactly easy walking in these six inch black strappy heels. "Thank you." I stood on my feet and took his arms as we gracefully strolled into the event. People continued to take pictures without hollering due to the fact that Dad was still planning the formal transition of Andrew as the official CEO. So not a lot of people were aware.A glass of champagne was offered and Andrew and I took a glass. The hall was extremely beautiful and extravagant containing a bunch of new CEOs and figures in the Hospitality industry."Let me go say Hi to them. I will be right back.." Andrew spoke in a whisper and I nodded letting him go.A large table was set up for the dinner and a variety of dishes were set up. Vegetables, Snacks, Wines, Delicacies of different sorts, and all."You must be?" A voice broke my attention from the dinner table. I turned around to meet a
NATHAN'S POV."Mrs King, we doubt Nathaniel's position as the CEO.""Have you seen how much we have lost in the span of 24 hours?""How did the media find out about this?""Did you not know your personal affairs affect the stock prices?"The whole board room was filled with every shareholder's loud angry chattering and arguments. I sat at the center of the room, the CEO's position, listening to every single question and insult thrown my way. I picked my cup of black coffee and took a sip as my head was banging due to the amount of alcohol I had consumed the previous night. Mr Gonre, one of the shareholders watched with an unpleasant look on his face. He was an old man with full white hair and beards, and always gave off the vibe of a man who was strict and abusive to his children to instill discipline."How do you plan to make this right Nathaniel?" Mr Gonre questioned and the once loud became pin drop silent. Everyone turned their attention to me."Well—-""We are going to set up a p
LYDIA’S POV.I strutted through the mall, wearing a pair of perfectly fitted jeans and a simple yet white sophisticated top. The classic blue jeans hugged my curves in all the right places, while the top gave me a classic and polished look. As I browsed the stores in search of Lorena who had informed me of a bunch of surprises for me. But now I couldn't reach her since she was picking up my calls.I glanced through a small fast food restaurant but she wasn't still present. Turning around trying to call her again, I was met with a familiar face, Georgia, much to my dismay. She was accompanied by a girl who looked so much like her that it had to be her younger sister for sure. This city felt so small because everywhere I go, I seem to bump into someone I know."Lydia…OMG, are you okay?" Georgia inquired looking at me with worried eyes while holding my arms. Just maybe if I didn't know her better, I would have truly believed that she cared."Sis, she's the ex wife of Nathaniel King who g
Nathan's POV:"Your team will set up the press conference, but we need to move quickly," He said, with a sense of urgency in his voice. I nodded my head, taking in the cool office we were seated in. "Other than that, I agree with the plan of holding a charity event but your mum is still bullying Lydia? If she indeed had something to do with this rumor, which I doubt. That will cause further harm to your image. So let's just deal with these two." I took in his advice letting all sink in."I really appreciate you taking your time to even listen to me, man." Jacob smiled and we shook hands."No problem bro but umm….Do you think it's possible to reach Lydia?" Jacob asked, sitting back in his seat and I relaxed on mine thinking back to the last time I was able to contact her."I don't know man. I really put her through enough crap. I think it will be better to handle this myself." He nodded and a knock came from the door, a second later his secretary walked into the office with two glasse
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