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CHAPTER FIFTY EIGHT
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There was no way I was getting into that office before him because he was already far ahead of me. So, I quickened my pace, determined to arrive shortly after him.I entered the office, slightly out of breath, to find him lounging on the couch. He didn't offer any instructions. He had said specifically that we had a client call, but so far, he has not done anything about it.There was an uncomfortable silence and I was left standing close to the couch, at a loss for what I should do next. Finally, he spoke up, his voice low and pensive."What is your plan, Sophie McDermott?""Plan?" I queried, my forehead wrinkled in a frown. “Well, I do not get your question.”And in one swift motion, he got up from the couch and began to stalk me, step by step. With every step that was being made by Alex, I subconsciously retreated one step backward until my back was against the wall. Cornered, I tried to look away, but he cupped my face and turned it towards him so I could not escape his burning ga
Second Chance At Love CHAPTER SIXTY
We finally returned home after what felt like an extremely long wait in the restroom. Dawson excitedly ran to my mom, proudly showing off all the toys we had gotten and eagerly telling her about the game we played."What kind of game was that?" she asked, her brow furrowed with confusion."Mommy's little game," Dawson replied innocently."Okay, my dear. Why don't you go play with your new toys?"As soon as Dawson scampered off, my mom turned to me, her expression stern. "You had my grandson hiding out in a public bathroom because of some game? What in the world were you thinking, Sophie Marie?"I launched into storytelling mode, making sure I didn't omit a single detail of what had happened. I was able to notice that she was worried when I narrated to her the near incidents where we nearly got caught and had to flee.“Gosh, that was really close,” she muttered softly and then sighed deeply, “I can’t even begin to imagine how you must have felt."Mom, you really have no idea. My heart
Second Chance At Love CHAPTER SIXTY ONE
I couldn't believe how disrespectfully I had spoken to Alex. It was like some negative force had temporarily taken over my mind and mouth. I shook my head, appalled at my behavior.Losing this job seemed inevitable after that ugly scene. Surely there was no way in God's good grace that Alex wouldn't fire me for how I had spoken to him. Part of me wondered if I should try apologizing and beg for one more chance. The other part felt it might be useless.I was feeling very restless on my bed. I could not sit down and couldn't fathom what to do next. In desperation, I fell to my knees beside my bed and cried to God for an opportunity to change, swearing that if one were given, I wouldn’t squander it.Sleep evaded me that entire night. I must have checked my email hundreds of times, waiting with dread for the termination notice to arrive. But it never did. My phone never left my tightly clenched hands as I stared blankly up at the ceiling until morning light filtered in.When I finally dra
Second Chance At Love CHAPTER SIXTY TWO
“Yeah, how did you know?" Ryan echoed."Uhm, uhm..." I scratched my neck awkwardly. "I overheard him mention it on a phone call from work days ago, so I thought baking a cake would be a nice gesture to thank him for being a good boss." I forced a chuckle, hoping my lie was convincing."Oh, how thoughtful!" Ryan gave my shoulder a friendly pat."Baby, I definitely have to make this up to you. Let's go out to the club and celebrate properly," Melissa purred, running a hand along Alex's arm."Thank you, Sophie," Alex said simply, before turning to Melissa. "There's no need to go out. I don't want anything too loud or hectic. We could just do a small thing here at home."“What exactly can we possibly do in this house? That would be so boring!”Feeling the tension rising, I thought it appropriate to excuse myself. I moved to the fridge to take a bottle of water, the reason I had come downstairs in the first place."Where are you going young lady?" Ryan called out, playfully grabbing my arm
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I got to the office super early, eager for the presentation. It was an avenue to show my prowess and I would make the most of this opportunity. My sleepless night can’t be in vain and it’s time I make Celine see I am in the right place. As I hurriedly arranged the file, I whispered to myself, rehearsing exactly what I would say to him.“Good morning” Mia greeted as she walked up to me.“ Good morning Mia” I was surprised as this was the first time she had spoken to me since I got the job “ Don’t tell me you will be meeting the president looking like this” she remarked with scorn on her face, her hand scanning me from my head to my toe“And what’s wrong with what I’m wearing,” I said angrily “Nothing anyways not like you stand a chance.” She said with a dangerous smile and she added before sitting “ That’s my man so do the business you’re being paid to do and don’t get carried away”“You must be crazy,” I said under my breath “What did you just say” she asked but I didn’t dignify he
Second Chance At Love CHAPTER FOUR
PASTI was working at a café to save up for college because my family was struggling financially. We could barely afford basic necessities, and my dream of going to school felt like a distant luxury. But I kept pushing myself, knowing that education was the key to a better future for us. “Mom, you should rest today. I’ll stay with him at the hospital” I insisted “Oh, baby, don’t worry. You just got back from work and you must be exhausted” my mom replied her worry evident in her tired eyes “I want to feel useful and to be by his side because I know he would do the same for me” I explained trying to ease her burden “We’re your parents and that’s our responsibility,” she said her hand on my face. “Your food is on the table. Make sure to close the door properly” “Okay mama,” I said hugging her tightly. I might not see you before I go to work in the morning but I will be good, I promise so don’t worry about me.” She nodded before saying Goodnight and then exited the house while I ma
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