Chapter 58.“You did it,” Francesca smirked the minute Tamara walked into the office.Tamara paused at the door with a look of surprise on her face. “That was fast,”“Why are you here already? Don’t make me regret calling you,” Tamara rolled her eyes as she took off her sunglasses and walked to sit behind her desk.She had to admit, today went splendidly well. She got voted in as the new CEO of Lena Beauty. David still stupidly believed that she had plans to marry him, Chelsea’s video went viral and the board of shareholders even started a petition to sue Chelsea for damage to the company image.And yet all she could think of was how she had no one to share her victory with. In her car, all alone, she cried. Missing her best friend and the only person who seemed to understand her. her fingers itched to call Marco. Just to hear his voice or tell him about her latest accomplishments.Instead, memories of Evangelyn filled her head and she dialed Francesca.It almost seemed like the woma
Chapter 59“Hello? Francesa?”Tamara’s heart thundered. What should She do? Was Marco even aware Francesca had offered to help her?“Hello? Francesca? Did you need anything?” Marco’s voice sounded again but before Tamara could make any decision, Francesca swept into the room and took her phone From Tamara.“No, I’m good, thanks. I’ll text you later,” Francesca bade Marco goodbye and hung up the phone.“Sorry about that. I didnt pick up intentionally,” Tamara apologised awkwardly.Francesca seemed amused. “That’s fine, come. Let’s go celebrate,”————“You’re joking!” Francesca held her stomach as she laughed with abandon and rolled around the bed.“No, I’m quite serious actually,” Tamara chuckled. “She totally fell for him and kissed him, that was the best day of herteenage life,”“Your feud really does go back,” Francesca sobered up.“Yeah,” Tamara sighed as she took a small sip from her glass. “It does, It's a feud as old as time, and one that eventually cost hersister’s life,”The m
Chapter 60“We’re here!” Tamara smiled and pushed down her sunglasses to glance at David.“Yes,” he smiled proudly. “I’m going to make sure you enjoy yourself properly. It’s not everyday you go on vacation to Dubai,”Tamara chuckled and shaked her head at his silliness as David walked she’s dog her with the hotel room keycard.He had booked the penthouse suite of Gevora, and he seemed pleased about it.Tamara raised her sunglasses back up amd deftly winked at the form of a woman in an abaya a few feet from them.Francesca.Tamara had promptly shared all the details of her vacation with Francesca amd they had arrived Dubai at exactly the same time. Francesca booking a room, in the same hotel.“Tammy? You coming?” David paused and turned back to Tamara.“Yes, of course,” she smiled and walked forward.——————————————-Later that night as David slept snoring lightly on the bed, Tamara placed her hand on the rails and stared at the gorgeous view of the city beneath her.The city light twi
Chapter 61“You did what?” Francesca’s brows shot up as she removed her sunglasses and stared at Tamara in surprise.“I told him he couldn’t touch me unless he finalized the divorce proceedings,” Tammy paused and sheepishly took a sip of her drink. “He sent her a voice note immediately,”“Wow,” Francesca shook her head with a smile.“I know,” Tammy gushed as she shot a quick look over her shoulder. “I’ve gotten him to fall completely for me and I don’t even know how!”Francesca went silent and Tamara raised her brow.“What?” Francesca chuckled and took a sip of her drink. “Nothing. It’s just, I’m not surprised you got him to fall for you,”Tamara blushed and smiled. “Well thank you. Bye now, he’s waiting for his drink,”Tammy got to her feet and picked up the extra glass from the counter.“Wait,” Francesca placed her hand to stop Tamara’s wrists.“What?”“Here,” Francesca pulled out a small bottle from her purse and proceeded to put a few drops in David’s drink while Tamara stared wi
Chapter 62“Tamara it’s important that we talk,” Francesca’s voice cracked as tears streamed down her cheeks. “You can’t run away from this like you ran away from Marco,”Anger and hurt filled Tamara as she shook her head. “I did not—““Oh please just stop!” Francesa crossed her arms “Do you really not know he’s in love with you? Anyone within a five mile radius of you two can see it clearly,”Tamara swiped at her tears angrily. She didn’t want to talk about this. Her relationship or lack of friendship with Marco was not Francesca’s business.“I don't run from my problems, I don’t want to speak to you,” Tamara’s voice broke as she turned the door knob to leave.“Have you texted Marco or called him back?”Tamara froze at Francesca’s words.“I bet you haven’t. Because you’re scared. Fine, keep on running but I’m out,”With that, Francesca wiped at her tears furiously and rushed out of the massage parlor leaving Tamara with her hand on the knob and a shocked expression on her face.————
Chapter 63Tamara blinked in shock but quickly schooled her features as Francesca strolled into the meeting room.“And who are you? This is a shareholder meeting!” Marcel sneered as he got to his feet.“Control yourself, Mr Rodriguez. This is a meeting. I suggest you take your seat!” Tamara snapped immediately but her heart pounded.What the hell was Francesca doing here? From the corner of her eye, she watched the woman warily.“Thank you,” Francesa flashed Tamara a smile and walked to stand beside her chair at the head of the table. “Good day everyone, my name is Francesca, and I’m engaged to Marco Donatelli,”Francesca paused a bit as the name of the diamond tycoon family sunk into the meeting room. The shareholders sat up taller and some began to murmur amongst themselves. Marco’s face went white and he sank slowly back into his seat.“Francesca looked around the room and continued. “I’m here on invitation by Miss Caraballi and I am the sole investor for the project repackaging,”
Chapter 64“He did it,” Francesca whispered in disbelief “He actually fucking did it,”Tamara blinked at the TV screen as David gave his divorce statement. She did it. She had ruined David’s marriage to Chelsea. So why did it feel like she was underwater? What was that loud sound in her brain and why did she feel like she couldn’t breathe?“Are you okay?” Francesca stopped watching the conference and turned to face Tamara with a look of concern on her face.Tammy shook her head and wordlessly walked towards the door of her office.“Miss?” Kim seemed worried as well as both Kim and Francesca hurried after Tamara.“Don’t worry, I’ve got her. Take care of things here,” Francesca picked up her bag and gently held Tamara’s elbow.Tamara’s knees felt weak and she allowed Francesca to guide her away from the office.In the parking lot in Francesca’s car away from prying eyes, Tamara brought her knees up to her chest and let the tears flow.She could see Francesca didn’t understand but the w
Chapter 65“Mr Windsor is inside ma’am,” Kim gave Tamara an understanding look and reached to open the office door.“No,” Tamara shook her head.Immediately her assistant understood and withdrew leaving Tamara standing in front of her office.This was it. She had ended their marriage and now it was time for her to deal with the consequences.With a deep breath, Tamara turned the handle of the door and stepped into her office with a big smile.“Good morning,” she chirped with a happy smile as she floated towards David.He was sitting, waiting for her, the moment he heard her voice, he got to his feet and spun around with a smirk.“I did it,” he announced proudly. “I ended the marriage and she didn’t get a penny,”“Good job,” Tamara crooned like she was pleased and planted a kiss on David’s cheek.She moved to go around the desk and seat but David wrapped his hand around her waist and gently but firmly pulled her back against him.“We don’t need to pretend anymore,” he whispered happily