Ariana nodded, feeling a renewed sense of purpose. She knew that she needed to protect herself from the judgment and complications that her current environment brought. She had endured enough pain and heartache, and now it was time for a fresh start, especially since her ex, Lawrence had been stalking her since their break up. At first he had gone around spreading rumors she was the one caught cheating and she had called off the engagement because of the guilt, but later on he began stalking her, constantly texting her on every social media platform, begging for another chance. She remembered one time when she ran into him at the mall."Ariana!" he had called out, his voice filled with desperation as he hurriedly approached her in the busy mall.She felt her heart race with a mix of fear and anger, but she mustered up the courage to face him. "What do you want, Lawrence?" she asked, her voice laced with determination.Lawrence took a step closer, his face pleading. "Please, Ariana, ju
Ariana's heart skipped a beat as she hurriedly packed up her belongings, glancing at the clock ticking away precious minutes. She had been caught up in a crucial meeting with a client, and now she was on the verge of being late to pick up Sydney from school.Her assistant followed Ariana outside the meeting room to get more instructions from her. Ariana knew that her daughter was just like her, she didn't like to be kept waiting. There had even been a time when her daughter had given her the cold treatment because she had been late for their Friday daughter and mother night."Ariana, don't worry, I'll take care of everything here," her assistant reassured her, sensing the urgency in Andrea's voice. "You go ahead and pick up Sydney. I'll handle any follow-ups and make sure the team is on track." Ariana let out a sigh of relief, grateful for her assistant's competence and support. "Thanks, Zoey. You're a lifesaver. I owe you one."Zoey grinned mischievously. "Oh, you owe me more than o
Ariana's heart swelled with pride and love for her daughter. She crouched down to Sydney's eye level, her voice filled with warmth. "You already are, Sydney. You have strength, kindness, and a brave heart. That's what makes a true superhero."Sydney beamed, her face glowing with joy. "Thank you, Mama. I love you.""I love you too, my honey bee," Ariana whispered, her voice filled with all the love a mother could muster. "Ariana!" The home room teacher screamed out as she waved, she was busy handling other kids so she could not greet Ariana properly. "Don't forget to attend the PTA meeting!""Alright, Miss Johnson!" As Ariana settled into the car seat next to Sydney, she took a deep breath, trying to calm the remnants of her racing heart. She glanced at her watch, realizing that she had some unfinished business that needed attention. She needed to call Zoey to know how the rest of the meeting went."Sydney, sweetheart, can Mama make a quick call to her assistant? It won't take long,
"Alexa, I want Kelvin gone. Fire him immediately!" George commanded, his voice dripping with an intimidating blend of power and confidence. George was a man who commanded attention, a true embodiment of alpha masculinity, and no one dared question his authority. "But Mr George""Alexa," he growled, his voice deep and commanding, "Kelvin is out. Do you wish to challenge me? Fire him immediately." In George's world, one false move was all it took to meet a swift and brutal end. George's eyes scanned the screen of his computer, his chiseled features contorting with rage as he continuously read the headline "Tax Evasion, embezzlement and Money Laundering Scandal Strikes DE Corporations!" George's anger grew, he clenched his fists, his knuckles turning white. The article revealed damning evidence that Kelvin, his trusted MD (Managing director of finance) had been involved in illicit financial activities that could potentially tarnish the reputation of DE Corporations—a conglomerate tha
Without another word, Alexa turned on her heels and quietly exited the office, her heart sinking with a mix of embarrassment and regret. She couldn't help but wonder why her attempts to get closer to George always seemed to fall flat. Was it his lack of interest, his unwavering dedication to his work, or simply a lack of mutual attraction?George let out a sigh as he pinched in-between his brows with one hand while he closed shut his laptop with the other. His gaze momentarily shifted to the clock on the wall and he rose to his feet."Fuck! I almost forgot about the meeting!" He murmured to himself.George quickly walked out of his office and made his way towards the conference room, his mind focused on the impending meeting. The weight of the scandal still hung heavily on his shoulders, But he knew that he had to present a strong front to the rest of the company.As he entered the conference room, the executives and board members turned their attention towards him, their gazes filled
Ariana paced nervously in her office, glancing at the clock with a mix of anticipation and anxiety. today was the day of the school event her daughter had been eagerly waiting for, but it coincided with a crucial meeting with a potential investor that could skyrocket her career. the dilemma weighed heavily on her, tugging at her heartstrings."Ariana baby, we have been waiting for our chance to pitch our million dollar business idea to this particular set of investors." zoey begged, her voice quivering slightly. she couldn't imagine losing these investors, what would their rivals say? "come on ariana!"ariana sighed, torn between her obligations as a mother and the potential opportunity for her business. she knew zoey had a point, but her daughter's excitement for the school event tugged at her heart even harder. she glanced at a picture of her daughter on her desk, reminding herself of the reasons she had worked so hard in the first place."zoey, i understand the significance of this
The homeroom teacher announced that it was time for their performance and Ariana decided to follow them to the stage. As approached the stage, Sydney took a deep breath, her excitement tinged with nervousness. Ariana squeezed her daughter's hand reassuringly. "Remember, my love, the most important thing is to have fun. Just let your talent shine through, and Mommy will be cheering for you every step of the way." "Okay mama." Sydney said as she followed her little crew backstage. Suddenly, Ariana's phone buzzed with a text message from her daughter's homeroom teacher. "Mama, it's me, Sydney. I'm on stage! Don't miss me, as the dancing pineapple!"Ariana burst out laughing, her eyes scanning the stage in a frantic search for the dancing pineapple. "Zoey, we must find the dancing pineapple! It's a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity!" She said out loud, drawing the amused attention of other parents.Zoey joined in the search, scanning the stage with exaggerated seriousness. "I see a disco ba
The early morning light spilled into Ariana's office, casting a warm glow on the stacks of papers and bustling energy within. Andrea, focused and determined, sat behind her desk, poring over the final details of the upcoming charity event. Then suddenly, the phone rang, interrupting her thoughts. She picked it up and was greeted by a familiar voice."Hey, Ariana, it's Lisa," her friend and business partner said, excitement palpable in her voice. "Have you seen the latest buzz? Our charity event is making waves in the community! People can't wait for it."Ariana's eyes sparkled with anticipation. "That's incredible, Lisa. This event could be a turning point for our business. I've poured my heart and soul into it." "I know, Ariana," Lisa replied. "Your dedication and careful planning are truly paying off. The whole city is buzzing about the event. It's going to be amazing!""I'm thrilled about the event, Lisa, but what if something goes wrong?" Ariana fretted. "What if the entertainmen