Jenny's pov;"Did you obtain all of the names for the group show?" Chris inquired while I was reviewing the participant list."I did that.""Okay. Don't forget to give it to the secretary.""Got it!"Chris left once I handed him the name list."Jenny!"My name was called. I turned to look at the person whose cute voice I had heard. Yuyang is one of my piano pupils in the class where I'm learning the instrument. I, too, am a student. Because I am a senior in piano, the teacher entrusted me with several second and third graders.I got down to her level and inquired, "What exactly are you doing here? Aren't you supposed to be practising for the dance performance?""However, because the teacher did not show up for class, others sent me to get you.""Okay, I'll be there in a minute. First and foremost, get to your class."She nodded and bolted out.Because today is the music event, I was also appointed to supervise the dance performance of the second and third graders.I went to the soloist
Ava Devlin's pov;I noticed Isabella alone as I was watching the soloist performance event. I approached her and tapped on her shoulder."Ms Devlin?" She inquired.I took a glance around and asked her, "Where have your pals gone? Why are you standing here by yourself?""Noah is practising in court, Sophia and Evelyn took leave, and Liam was probably around here somewhere.""Does that imply you have nothing to do right now?""Kinda...""Then assist me with this. Because your niece has yet to arrive, could you please contact your brother and inquire as to when she will arrive?""All right."She took a step away from me and dialled a phone number. I believe she is calling her brother.After a while, she approached me, and I asked her, "What did he say?""He said he'd be there soon, Ms Devlin.""I appreciate your assistance."I went backstage before the event started and talked with the participants about the event and encouraged them. As one of the event organisers, I am in charge of cert
Alexander Martinez pov;"Ms Garcia hasn't been to school for a week, Sir." Mr Johnson informed me about Isabella when I inquired about her whereabouts because she had not visited the house recently."What about the cafe where she was working as a part-timer?""I went to the cafe by myself and discovered that she hadn't been there in a week, Sir."She hasn't gone to school, hasn't gone to work, hasn't come to my house... what is she doing in her house?"Shall I go to her residence and check on her in person, Sir?" Mr Johnson continued."Wait, I'll come with you too," I answered with a nod."I can bring her here by myself, Sir. You don't have to work hard for this.""I'm not asking for your permission, let's go," I remarked as I rose up and exited my room.I went to Isabella's house to see her, but the driver came to a halt in the middle of the avenue intersection."Why are we stopping here?" I inquired of the driver."The route to Ms Garcia's residence was not fit for driving a car on,
Mr Martinez pov;"Ms Garcia has awoken, Sir. Should I take her to your room?" "There is no necessity. I'll go by myself."I rose from my seat, exited the study area, and went to Isabella's room.When the locked doors opened wide by the butler, I spotted Isabella standing at the window. I signalled the butler to close the door behind me and leave.When I got closer to Isabella, I noticed she was staring at the garden."What exactly are you looking at?"When she heard me, she flinched, sighed, and asked, "Why do you like gardening, Mr Martinez?" Asked while admiring the garden."I'm not sure, but when I focus on some things, it helps me forget about other things.""Other things in what way?""Take, for example, business challenges."She nodded and returned her gaze to the garden."It's strange to see you that way.""Like what?""This particular one. The quiet type.""When people can't figure out what's going on around them, they go mute.""But it doesn't sound like you."She fixed her g
Alexander Martinez's pov;During an office meeting,"Sir, our company's stock profits have more than doubled from the previous three months. Sir, you came up with a wonderful concept in forming a collaboration with FY business." Mr. Hayes stated.I nodded and listened to the meeting attendees."The GU firm has submitted offers for the partnership contract. I've heard that GU is a well-known cosmetics company. I'm confident that if we accept their deal, our company will become well-known around the world." Mr. Smith stated."I'll consider it. Anyone else want to speak up?"Mr Tony began, "The Rodriguez corporation has lately suffered a loss, if we hire people from that company, we will have more employees than they do, Sir. Because you worked there previously, the employees will accept your proposal and work for Martinez Corporation.""Are we running out of employees?" "No, Sir."I stood up and said, "I founded this company on trust. And I'd like for everyone to be a part of it. Listen
Isabella's pov;At Ethan's room,"I can handle such details, you are not required to do so. There are also maids and Butlers on hand to assist." Ethan stated."Do I appear to be a weak person? I've worked on building sites and carried large objects, so helping you organise isn't something I'll have trouble with.""Building sites?""Yeah, That was one of my side hustles.""Are there a lot?"I chuckled and replied, "Yup! I worked as a garbage girl in restaurants, a bartender in nightclubs, a server in cafes, a librarian assistant in bookstores and flower shops, distributing brochures and lifting heavy objects on building sites...""Hold on! Woah! You appear to have taken every job on the planet."I laughed and replied, "When compared to working here, the jobs I applied for were not as demanding. Those jobs are hourly, so I get off quickly, but it's completely different here. And I'm not sure when the contract expires.""Will you not come here if the contract expires?""Um... I don't know
Isabella's pov;I arrived at Mr Martinez's place.When I reached the main door, I noticed Mr Martinez on the phone, so I began climbing the stairs discreetly."Wait!"I heard Mr Martinez asking someone to wait. I turned here and there to find who he was telling to wait for but there wasn't anyone nearby. Was that for me? I turned to face Mr Martinez. He motioned for me to come down. Why is he calling me? I descended the stairs and approached him."Why are you late?" he inquired after ending his call."Huh?" I checked the time on the clock. It's 3.30 p.m. I said, "This is the regular time for me to return home. When I have basketball practice, it could take up to 5.30 p.m.""Well, when will you be having your basketball practise?""It'll be on alternate days, but I do not attend every class. I only go when I'm interested, and if there's a match, I'll go to practise.""Fresh up and come downstairs," he added with a nod."All right, Mr Martinez."I dashed upstairs and entered my room. I l
Isabella's pov;I awoke to the sound of my alarm clock beeping beside me. I turned off the alarm and checked the time. 6.30 am? Huh? But I don't recall setting the alarm at this hour the night before. I lay back down on the bed and pulled the sheets over my head to sleep, but I couldn't, so I got up and proceeded to the bathroom to take a shower.When I emerged from the chilly shower, I noticed a large number of shopping bags on the other side of the room. Things we bought the day before. Did we spend a lot of money at the mall? How am I going to get everything to the camp? Is it their intention to get rid of me? I ignored it and went downstairs after getting ready for school.At the dining table, Mr Martinez and Ethan were eating breakfast. I approached them and sat with them for breakfast."Brother mentioned that You're heading to a study camp, where are they taking you?" While I was waiting for the food, Ethan inquired."Didn't he tell you where it was?""No.""Diablo Mountain.""Ma