Zebastian's pov..I'm at my office. I'm staring at the window and I don't have any plans to do anything. I was just looking at all the building plans that I'm planning to put up. I can no longer think of any business to put up because I almost have everything.If there's a business that corresponds with building apartments for all the street children, then maybe I will do that.Bright idea.. wow! I got an idea by simply looking out my window."And, what does that smile mean? How do you feel about being replaced by one of your business managers?" Nate asked as he got into my office.He sat in front of me and looked at me like I had committed a crime."What?" I asked because at that time I didn't have any idea. I have been focused on the idea of building aparents for street children and families."Come on, Zeb! You know what I mean. You didn't even tell me that you would get one of your business managers to replace you at the meeting. I was shocked, you know!?" Nate was so mad.I laughe
Zeb's pov.I started the game, but I was the one who got irritated with what we talked about inside the car. I know Hattie noticed irritation in me, but I don't mind.I just let Hattie go home first, so in the car now, it was only me and Raven. The car was silent the whole time.When my phone suddenly rang, it was Hattie. I picked up the phone and I saw how Raven looked at me."Yes, babe?" I said while I was on the phone."Babe, I'm ready. I mean, the food is ready. Are you going home?" Hattie asked on the other line."Okay, babe, I'm on my way. I will just take Mrs. Hayes home, then I'll see you." I said, and I put down the phone."Sir, it's okay if you will just drop me off on the side of the road. I will just get a car so I can go home." Raven said.. I have seen sincerity in her face."No, I will take you home. I don't want Axel to think that people at Dream High are careless." I replied.."I don't think Axel will think that way. One more thing, he's not home now.. so it's fine if
Zeb's POV"I heard what happened in the office, Hattie. What did you do? Why do you have to be so harsh to Raven that you even ripped her dress?" I asked while we were on our way. Hattie asked me out as payment for what I did the other night. That was when I didn't arrive at her apartment to have dinner with her. Well, I'm not busy much, and it will just be lunch with her. I know Raven is also aware of this because Hattie just went there to ask about me."I didn't mean to, okay? I just don't like your employees wearing what they wish to wear inside your company. There are rules implemented, and they should be followed. Okay, sorry." She said, and it was the first time that she wasn't in the mood to argue with me."I hope that will not happen again. I don't want to hear anything from my employees that I am tolerating your rudeness." I didn't hear anything from her; usually, she won't let any word pass without answering it. This time, she chose to be silent."Where would you like to
Ravens pov.I need to secretly send a message to Neri. I asked her to meet me at the mall, so my excuse will be more realistic.Good thing that as I arrived at the mall, Neri was waiting for me at the stairs.Zeb saw her, so there is no need for him to ask anything about it. "Thank you for the ride.." I said, and I opened the door of the car."Remember, Raven. A man who laids his hand to his woman is not really a man with heart. He only has heart for himself." Zeb said. This time he didn't give me any looks. He was just facing the road.I have seen the pain in his face, especially when he left.I just looked at the car until it was finally gone."Hi! Missed me?" Neri asked when I got near her."Of course! Where is Lexi?" I asked because she's the only one waiting."Nahhh! Don't be so hopeful to see her tonight. Lexi was on a date, and let's just be happy for her." Neri smiled as she held my hands.I smiled back at her, but my thoughts had been filled with Zeb's images."So that was Z
Raven pov.I have not seen Axel the whole day. I don't have any idea where he is. I can't even think of an excuse to tell him about what happened last night. It's already eight in the evening, and yet he's not home.It's Saturday, and supposedly he's home and having a rest. Maybe he's mad at me and he just went out with friends, got drunk, and when he came home, I already know what will happen next. Bruises just on the way.I just go up the stairs. I went to the porch where I used to sit after dinner.I was just looking at the stars and wishing things to be fine.I was shocked by a soft knock at the sliding glass door. I looked behind me, and there I saw Axel standing with a bunch of flowers and chocolates.I looked at him. I don't know if I will get near him or just stay where I am."For you." He said, and he handed me the bunch of flowers.I took them. "Thank you! What are these for? It's not my birthday." I said.. "Just a simple way of saying thank you. My way of saying that I am
Raven's pov.I was supposed to send a letter and ask for a leave of absence for one day, but Axel will surely ask me why. I couldn't think of any reason why he would surely believe it, so I just went to work.I arrived at the office, and I was thankful that Zeb was not yet there."Goodmorning, Sandy.. Is Sir Zeb already in?" I asked, hoping that she would give a good answer."No, well, he called me last night and said he would drop by the hotel because he would be having a meeting there. So maybe he'll be here after lunch." Sandy replied while looking at the screen of her laptop.I took a deep breath, because I was sure that it was Rhane whom he was going to meet.I'm safe, finally! That's what I thought.. until.."Mrs. Hayes, I need you to come to my office." Zeb, who just arrived from a meeting, said. Sandy was right; he will arrive after lunch, and he's finally here.I quickly got up from my seat and followed him.I closed the door as he started to take his coat off."I will just
Zeb's Pov After that shocking meeting with Rhane, I asked Jaxon and Nate out for a drink. It was actually a healthy drink.I called up Nate so he could come and join us.We were almost in the middle of the drinking session when Nate asked something about the meeting."You had a good deal today, bro? You approved Jaxon's friend's request." Nate said as he drank his beer.I just smiled at him. I drank my beer and closed my eyes."Jaxon, how long have you been friends with him?" I asked, and I was referring to Rhane."Well, we were friends five years ago. We were classmates, and we just parted ways when he decided to leave the country. I mean, he left with a broken heart, and if I don't make mistakes, it's about family problems." Jaxon replied, and I was relieved by that. At least I know that Ryan was not just using Raven to get into my company and get money from me too.Anyway, Rhane was on my side, but I just don't know if he still is."Why, bro? Don't you trust the guy?" Nate asked.
Zeb's pov.Dad was not expecting me. I often told him to wait two days before giving him a visit, but today's visit was just sudden and unplanned.He smiled when he saw my car, and as usual, my driver just dropped me off."Dad!" I get near him, and I tap his shoulder.He hugged me tight!"This is a surprise, son! Why didn't you tell me?" Dad asked and he led me into the house. Maybe I just have the right timing because he just finished with his client."Well, I just need to see you. I missed you, though." He laughed silently. He washed his hands and offered something to drink. "How are you doing here, dad?" I asked.."Well and good. People came to realize that this shop is still the best. But of course, your company will always be number one." He said it with a wide and sincere smile.There was a sudden silence between us, but it didn't last."Is there something I can do for you?""Why did you ask, dad?""Zeb, you're my son, and I know you. I know you from head to foot, and I could