MasukThere was an unusual silence as Brian drove me back home. My mind drifted off to nothing in particular.“Are you always this quiet? He asked, jolting me back to the present.“Uhhhh. No “ I stuttered“I don't just feel like talking”“Why? Are you scared that I might eat you up?” He said sarcastically, earning him a chuckle from my end.“No sir. I mean, Brian” I said, lightheartedly.“So why aren't you talking?” He pressed on“I just don't have anything to talk about”“Okay, how about we have dinner together. Maybe then, you might have something to talk about”“Am not sure Brian. I just want to go home” I said, with an unsettled expression.“Sorry Avery, I don't take no for an answer” he said as he swerved to the parking lot of a fine dining restaurant.“Let's have dinner here” he said, staring deeply into my eyes.“Okay” I nodded and watched him open the door for me.We both sat opposite each other as we enjoyed our meal.“Why did you consider modelling after your separation “Nothing.
As I stepped into the bustling atmosphere of the pits modelling agency, I was both excited and nervous. I was about to take a career I never dreamt off.“Welcome, Avery!” Mr plies called out. His voice boomed across the room.“Let's get started” I nodded as I trailed behind him, hands clinging together with my hand bag.“Alright, let's see what you've got. We're going to start with a few poses and see how you move in front of the camera. Follow my lead and don't be afraid to express yourself”He said, scanning me with his eyes as if assessing my potential.I took a deep breath reminding myself to stay focused.We moved into the studio and the light flickered in, illuminating the space with a bright glow. I could feel the hot gaze of the photographers and the crew, all waiting for me to step into the spotlight.“First, let's try a classic stance,” Mr Piles instructed, demonstrating how to position my body to highlight my features.“Shoulders back, chin up and give me that confident sm
“My love…. Come here” Ethan said, wrapping me from the back.“Ethan, go back to sleep” I scolded.“The doctor asked you to get enough rest” I scolded as I turned to face him“Love, you know I can't rest without you by my side” he said, pulling me closer to himself “Go away..” I said as I pushed him backwardsI jolted up from sleep and realized it was all a dream. I had no more tears to shed over spilled milk. I immediately freshened up and made my way downstairs for breakfast. Josh, Ma jane and dad were already set for breakfast.“Avery, we were just about to have breakfast” Ma Jane said in a soft and inviting tone.“Without me?” I said as I stood there taking a serious glance at everyone all at once.“No child, I was about to ask the maid to bring yours to your room” Ma Jane explained defensively.“Am sorry” I apologized, realizing I had been rude to her.“Let's eat,” she said, patting my back.We ate quietly with the sounds of clinging spoons and forks.“Josh, you now work at dad'
“My dearest wife, Mrs Blackwood, my love. I have waited and longed for you to come back to my arms. I can't go to sleep without thinking of the memories we shared in the recent past. I still love you, Avery and I want you back.However, this is your decision to make. Maybe, I am not patient enough to wait for that time. You never gave me anything to hold on to, which I think is unfair considering the fact that I did nothing but love you.” I paused, trying to blink away the tears that welled up in my eyes, all to no avail. I had no option than to let it flow.I flipped over to the other page as I continued reading..“Hope you liked the flowers? These are the keys to your car. Accept them if you want me to move on. If not, instruct Mr Ben to bring it back to the mansion, your home”Tears flowed down my cheeks as I finished reading the letter. Maybe I misunderstood the whole thing but how could he even think of moving on?Is what we shared a joke to him? I thought to myself as the imagi
[Six Months Later]The past six months without Ethan have been both tragic and terrifying.Everyday, I yearn for his soft kisses and warm hugs. I wish to rewrite the script where we lived happily ever after without any of these drama and chaos. But then life has a different package for us.He visited my home several times but I refuse to give him listening ears.Do I still love him? Yes Do I want him back? Of course.But then, I can't watch him throw everything he has built for my sake.Eventually, he stopped coming to but sends flowers everyday with written notes that made my heart flutter. But still, my decision was unshaken.The exposure of the contract reminded me of why I got married in the first place.I reflected on all these as I got ready to meet Mr plies, the CEO of Pit Modelling Agency.Since I was no longer married to Ethan, maybe it's time to do something else for a change.I was dressed in a black gown that exposed my neckline and revealed my figure. I dyed my hair to
“Ethan, my love… Thank you for showing me what it means to truly love someone. I love you so much. So much that I'd love to keep showing you how much you mean to me.However, the thought of you being stripped off as the CEO of the company you worked so hard to build, doesn't sit right with me and it tears me apart. I believe that sometimes separation is necessary to protect what we hold dear. If stepping back is what it takes to ensure you reclaim your position, then I need to accept that. I love you deeply, Ethan. But I can't ignore the feeling that my presence in your life might end up complicating things”I felt. A lump in my throat as I placed the paper on the bedside table, tears trickled down my cheeks as I picked up my luggages to the already waiting vehicle. Aside from the domestic staff, I was the only one at home. I could guess, Ethan, Catherine and Lucas had all gone out to look for me.“Dad, I'm on my way” I said, as I took in the view of the mansion one last time. This







