I put my bath towel on my shoulder and answered the call."Hello? Camilla? Am I interrupting you?" he immediately asked me."I didn't just finish talking to Andrea, what's wrong?" I answered Anthony on the other line."Can I talk to you for a moment? I'm sorry but could you come here? I'll text you the address and the name of the restaurant." he answered me.I was wondering because I have to go to where he is now, is there something ready?"Alright wait for me there in a few minutes," I answered him.He thanked me and hung up.I took a quick bath and get dressed also I quickly go to the restaurant he texted me. Wondering what he wants us to talk to that it will be in a restaurant. The taxi stopped in front of the restaurant and the first time I look at it, I knew that it will be an expensive one.From the transparent window, I saw Anthony waving at me, however, he wasn't alone. I saw another man next to him and smile politely.I took a deep breath and enter the restaurant.I knew I wa
BAILEY'S POINT OF VIEW"I love you, Bailey." Time slowed down and I was surprised by the eyes looking at me. Brown eyes and thick eyebrows that are about to meet, it's like his eyes are absorbing me and don't want to let go."What?!" I asked him in disbelief.What is happening? he likes me?"I'm your admirer since the day I found you," Anthony answered me."You love me?!" It's hard to ask him while he still can't believe it. I asked him one more time and he nodded again.He still didn't deny it to me.I can't believe that he has become even more direct now.My eyes widened when I knew and my two eyes could see how serious he was while looking at me. His lips parted and let out a small smile."I want to be your boyfriend..." he stated while smiling and I saw his cheeks turn red.I couldn't answer him, and while looking at him, I couldn't think of how handsome Anthony was in front of me while his cheeks were red. But while I still can't get out of my mind what he said."I'm not ready fo
Her heart skipped a beat as she caught sight of Elijah. The happiness that surged through him was palpable, but little did she know that Elijah felt the complete opposite. In his mind, it was too late to mend their broken family, as he believed Bailey had reconciled with her ex-boyfriend, John. Frustration consumed him, causing him to toss the flower he had brought aside before stepping inside."Elijah?" John exclaimed, his voice filled with disbelief."Daddy!" the young boy exclaimed, rushing towards him."It's been a month since you left and came back to Canada. Why are you here? Is it another business trip?" Bailey asked, her words stumbling over each other."Uhmm, yeah. I just happened to pass by and thought of visiting. I missed him too much," he lied.Just then, John's phone rang, interrupting their conversation. It was his girlfriend calling. With a quick goodbye, John left, leaving Elijah surprised to learn about his father's new relationship. Their eyes met, and John smiled a
BAILEY POVI woke up in a warm and snug room, only to find my mother sitting beside me, tears streaming down her face. Confusion washed over me as I tried to piece together what had happened. Why was she crying? Where was I? What had happened to me? It was then that I noticed the dextrose attached to my hand, and it hit me like a ton of bricks - I was in the hospital.Relief flooded my mother's face as she saw me awake. "Thank goodness you're awake, Ley," she said, a mixture of joy and sadness in her voice."What happened, Mom? Why am I here?" I asked, my curiosity piqued."You lost consciousness, and we rushed you to the hospital. The doctor said you have acute dengue," she explained, her voice filled with concern.Just then, the doctor entered the room, greeting us with a warm smile. I returned the smile, grateful for his presence. "How are you feeling now?" he asked, his voice filled with genuine care."I'm feeling alright, Doc," I replied, trying to sound as reassuring as possible
"What on earth?! Which hospital?!" I exclaimed, completely bewildered.I glanced at my mother, and the fear and memories were evident in her eyes as she anxiously awaited my response. Without hesitation, I informed her that my father was currently in the hospital."Mum, Dad is in the hospital," I stammered, my voice trembling with both fear and tears."What?! Which hospital, Ley? What happened to your father?" my mother exclaimed, panic evident in her voice."Let's go to the hospital right now, Mum," I cried, pulling my mother along as we hastily hailed a taxi.As we made our way to the hospital, restlessness consumed me. The worry weighed heavily on my heart, and the same could be seen in my mother's eyes. I couldn't fathom why our family was being tested with one trial after another.Upon reaching the hospital, we rushed inside and headed straight to the information desk to inquire about my father's whereabouts. My hands were drenched in sweat as I clutched my mother's cold hand, a
"Alright, how about we agree on eighty percent of your salary every month?" he asked, his tone serious."Hmm, could you please tell me how much my salary is, sir?" I asked gently."It's $300 every month," he replied.I took a moment to calculate 20% of my monthly salary. I couldn't give a direct answer because I was unsure if we could meet our needs with only 20% of my salary. My father required daily medication, and my mother had to leave her shop to take care of him. My mind was filled with confusion during those moments, as I didn't want my father to end up in prison due to his debts."Now what? Don't waste my time, you idiot!" he said angrily.Summoning my courage, I asked Sir Elijah if he could consider deducting fifty percent of my salary. After a few seconds, he agreed to my request. Relief washed over me, and I promised to perform my job diligently."Sir, could you make it 50%? I won't be able to support my parents with just 20% of my salary, especially since my father needs h
"Oh my goodness! I apologize, sir," I exclaimed, feeling utterly bewildered. I closed my eyes, attempting to collect myself, but my heart raced with nervousness as I caught sight of Sir Elijah's bare torso. His commanding presence was enough to make anyone feel on edge."Clean the bathroom," he stated firmly, his voice cold and husky. I hesitated, seeking clarification. "Sir?" I inquired, hoping for further instruction."I said clean the bathroom!" he bellowed, his anger evident on his face. Taken aback by his sudden outburst, I hurriedly made my way into the bathroom. Unfortunately, the floor was wet, and I slipped, letting out a cry of pain. In an instant, Sir Elijah grabbed me by the waist, scolding me for my carelessness.I was taken aback by his reaction. I hadn't expected him to scold me after I had slipped. Not only was my body in pain, but his hurtful words stung as well. He was truly a ruthless man."I apologize, sir. I suppose the floor has a grudge against me," I joked, des
He picked me up and brought me on the sofa but his face spoke very seriously."If your father really didn't owe me, I would have fired you!"he said angrily, much to my surprise. "Beth!"he called to Beth."Yes Sir?" Beth replied confused. "Please teach this woman a good job.She didn't do anything but give me a headache!"he said emphatically to Beth, obviously holding back his anger. "Yes sir,let me handle this" Beth replied smiling. "And next time don't block my path!"he preached to me.I wanted to cry in front of him at those times because of the hurtful words I heard from him. I admit I was really hurt because I thought he helped me because he was concerned about me.He really doesn't care about me.I followed his gaze as he went up the stairs while Beth looked at me and shook her head.She immediately stood beside me to preach to me as well."It's a good thing I immediately found his clothes on the floor because otherwise?You will lose your job Bailey "she said emphatically. "Why