It was summer, the sky was luminous and serene, a stunning day for Audrey to relish the cool breeze from the garden.
She was fond of watching the raising sun, rather, she took the liberty of extending her visit from one household to another, attempting to convince all prominent men and women in Florida her father invited for the anniversary of their company to not show up.She understood the anniversary was a disguise her father Mr. Norbert Jayden was utilizing to try to find a convenient prospect to sell out the company to, and Audrey was bent on sabotaging that plan.J.and. J was established by the JACE family, they were the finest designers in Florida, most people deem their hands as creators of the very best designs but after Helen Jace got married to Norbert Jayden, the company had to thrust from the Jace family to the Jayden which conveyed the title J.and. JFor Helen, that company was her life, and she made certain her daughter Audrey understood that. However now she was gone, Norbert got married to summer, who brought in their illegitimate daughter home. The company was on the verge of collapsing and Even though Audrey believed it could be saved, summer thinks it was worth nothing, and the only solution was selling it off and starting afresh with earnest money.Somehow Audrey was able to convince the potential buyers that the Jace family was angry because they did not approve of Norbert marrying their daughter to rip where he did not sow and as such curse the company and anyone it will ever belong to. Now she could finally seat outside and watch the setting of the sun." You are in a good mood today" her nanny's daughter Emma walks into the garden carrying a tray of juice which she placed on the long wooden bench in the garden that could be occupied by five sizeable humans.For Audrey, this garden had a more profound meaning, everything in it was planted by her mother, ranging from berries, lemon, lavender, cinnamon, and even apple which causes a pure and magical scent always emanating from the garden.The apple tree at the center of the garden was casting a lake of claw shadow unto the grass that gave the garden a peaceful sceneryAudrey never allowed any of the maids in the mansion to trim the flowers, water them or even come close to the garden except for Emma her best friend because to her, that garden was her sanctuary and her mother never failed to remind her of the essence of these flowers and how they would bring life to her when she least expected.It was a routine to always come here every morning to enjoy the setting of the sun on the flowers causing a deep scent of rose before going about her daily life, but today, she had things to deal with, so she left earlier and when she arrived back home, Emma could tell her mood was better." Were you able to convince the buyers not to buy the company?" hearing Emma's question, a devilish smile formed across her lips." They were petrified, you need to have seen the look on their faces"" How long do you think you are going to keep this up, you need a strategy to convince your father not to sell the company"Audrey grabs the glass of juice from the tray, biting her lip." Father isn't the problem, it's summers. She desperately wants the company to be sold and has the father wrapped under her arm".Emma offers herself a seat on the wooden bench close to Audrey. Her face round flushing, her warm beige skin was glowing under the reflection of the sun, and her dark smooth hair dripped over her shoulder. She sat down, her slender waist getting comfortable on the bench." What are you going to do?"" The ECO-FASHION AWARDS is coming up which will be held in Hong Kong, and I intend to sign up"Emma's eyes popped wide, she couldn't help but burst into laughter" What! What funny?"" You want to sign up to enter a competition big companies compete in. Really, Audrey? This is your big plan"." Why Emma? You don't have confidence in my designs?"" Listen to me Audrey, your clothes are nice, your designs are the best in the whole of Florida, but girl you will be competing against the likes of Carter Colton, not to say you have no resources whatsoever for the designs"" I can do it, I know I can"" Can we come up with another plan, for me, that is a long shot that would likely not work. Audrey, J. and. J is about to crumble and while you run off to Hong Kong, you might come back home to nothing"" But this is our best shot, J.and. J will get more clients and publicity, and not to forget, we will be featured in the AMT magazine"." But you do know our chances of winning are slim, I mean no offense, but you are a nobody compared to those you are going up against"" I will win at all costs, you can't persuade me otherwise" she anxiously tapped her left leg.*****Carter Colton stood at the large view from his office, the company is in the center of the city, and from his office, he could view most of the city.His office was decorated with wooden furniture and dark finishes that contrast with the neutral tone of the wall. Carter Colton was not just the lord of fashion, he also had eyes for decorations as such made sure his office was decorated with the finest designs to improve the aesthetic of the office.He held a glass of whiskey and a cigarette, a rare and exotic scent of collagen could be perceived throughout the office.He wore a black tailored suit that was specially designed and branded by him.COLTON FASHIONS is regarded as one of the top five best fashion companies in the world and the brain behind it was regarded as a god which came about in his nickname 'fashion lord'The foreign wooden door clicked open and Liam walked in, dressed in a blue suit and black shoes from the latest collections of the AUDIT LUXURY. He was holding multiple files, yet he can keep his posture stable." Boss there is a new update from Florida" Liam announced placing the files on the desk in the middle of the office. Carter Colton gulped in the last sip of whiskey down his throat, dropping the stench of cigarettes on its plate. He turns to stare at Liam, his brow furrows as he picks up the files.Carter Colton had visited Florida once for a vacation with his mom when he was just eighteen years, previously he had decided to take the part his father took by serving in the army but after an encounter with a girl he met there who did magic with silk and cotton with her bare hands, he decided he was going to take the part of a designer and for once, he never regretted it. He spent several years in Hong Kong before moving to Italy where he started his company but later moved the head office to New York. His main ideas were to be closer to home, all this while still hoping he would find that girl who captured his heart for the first and last time in his life." Mr. Norbert is selling J.and. J?"" Yes Boss, but there is a rumor going on that the company is hunted by the spirit of the deceased Jace family"Carter Colton chuckles slightly, placing those files in the top drawer of his desk." Buy of the company increase the payment. Settle everything up as quickly as possible"." Yes Boss"" Is there any update on her?" He slowly released the grip he held on his face, just the thought of her made his expression tender." Nothing yet, but while am in Florida, I'll find out much that I can"" Why is it so difficult to find just one girl with all the informants we got. Get me something to hold on to and make sure it's legit"." Yes, Boss!" Liam bows his head before retiring from the office.Audrey buried herself in work at the company, consistently sketching designs in her sketchbook. It was past 9:pm, but she appears to have lost track of time until her stepmom summer strolled into the office. Looking elegant in a mini strapless gown, her shiny curls were proof that she had visited the stylist recently, coupled with the thick layers of makeup on her light skin. She was in her mid-forties but was often mistaken for someone in her late twenties because she was consistent with cosmetic surgery and never misses an appointment with her doctor." Audrey?!" Audrey lifts her head and was disappointed by the figure before her, her gaze fell to the clock on the wall, making her gasp." Oh, my God!"" What are you doing here, Audrey?"" Last time I checked, I work here"Audrey rolls her eyeballs packing up her sketchbook and samples of designs into her bag.Her father got married to summer when she was just fourteen and despite how tough summer choose to be, Audrey was never scare
The day dawned crisp and clear, sending the first ray of sunlight through Audrey's room, who was still lazily in bed.The sound of birds chirping from the garden could be heard. Audrey finally opened her eyes, rubbing her bleary eyes and stretching out herself.She stood up and strides over to the window, staring at the pearly glow in the sky. She veers around to stare at Emma was still sound asleep before rushing to the bathroom.After a thorough wash, Audrey applied some beauty product to her skin before putting on her blue jean shot and a leather jacket. She finally combed her hair, letting it droop around her pale cheek.Her cheeks were blush red, and a light amount of pink was applied to her lips. She quickly left before anyone would realize she was gone.****Liam Wyatt stood at the window that gave him an astonishing view of the city park. He had been in Florida for two days now. Haven concluded his business transaction, he was supposed to fly back to New York, yet he knew his
" Yes. That is why I am here, as a matter of fact, my team and I have been able to narrow it down to a few sketches base on the team of this year's competition" She tilts her head forward presenting the sketchbook on his desk.Chloe fox was the best-graduating student from the New York fashion school after which she journeyed to Paris where she worked with famous designers and then to Spain where she met Carter Colton at a competition, he was intrigued by her perfect stitches and offered her to come work for his company.Chloe accepted his proposal not because it was better than the prior proposals she got from famous designers, but the fact that she fell in love with him from afar on the first day she met him when he was invited to give a speech at her school in New York. Ever since then, she had secretly prayed for the day she would meet him again and when she finally did, she didn't waste the opportunity.But Carter Colton was a tough nut to crack despite all the tricks she tried o
Precisely after her parent died, Helen still took care of the company as her life depends on it. because for her, she felt it was her way of apologizing to her parent for proceeding against their will. All Norbert did was relish the luxury that came from the company.At eight years, Audrey could think and sketch out designs and at ten years she was tagging along with her mom to the factory doing mini sewing like stitching off the edge of a fabric.At fifteen years she was working seven hours a day at the factory, creating, sketching, sewing, and stitching up fabrics and yet, the man who did nothing all his life fired at her telling her she never did anything all her life." Here is my credit card, take her bill"Audrey was conveyed back to reality by the calm yet manly voice that spoke behind her. He has been standing there even before she walked in, but Audrey failed to notice him, and he never stopped staring at him."It's okay dear, things like these happen"" Thanks for your conce
The creamy fragrance of coffee which was delectable was escalating within the fine coffee shop that was well decorated with lights and flowers. Audrey was a lover of flowers, therefore no flower pass through her sight without being glimpsed." Good morning Mr. Logan, what would you like to have"The waitress entered holding the menu book" My usual? Miss Audrey, what would you like to have?" Audrey was surprised he recollected her name, for she did not remember his and couldn't bring herself to ask again because it will hurt his pride." Thanks but am fine"" You can't come to a fine dinner like this and not eat anything, you really should try out their sandwich, it is breathtaking"" You've done more than enough for me Sir, honestly, am fine"" A cup of coffee won't hurt you"" You are persistent, fine, I will have a cup of hot chocolate with whipped cream"The waitress smiled professionally before retiring behind the counter." You said you were here for business, what kind of busin
Audrey took the evening flight back to Florida, Gianna sent the family's driver to go pick her up from the airport while Mr. Norbert furiously awaits her return.The moment she stepped out of the car, the whole family stood outside, but Mr. Norbert ambled forward and touched down with a hard slap on her cheek.She placed her palm on her cheek, trying to soothe the pain, while she made sure no tears were visible. There were countless times she was abused by her father and she let the tears roll. But now she's decided to be strong and never show them her weakness." Do you have any respect for me? While I am trying to provide a better future for you, you go behind my back attempting to sabotage all my efforts. Do you think it was easy getting someone to buy the company?"" You know fully well those you are doing it for, so don't you ever mention my name as an excuse to debris mother's effort. If you did have the company at heart, all you will have done is merge the company with a bigger
" Trisha already gave you a grandchild, I will get married when am inclined, can you stop bugging me with this topic?"Grandma instantly spurts into fake tears.Carter Colton has been a very successful businessman all through the years he could see through other people's tricks but when it came to grandma Nana, he was feeble and even though he knew the tears were fake, it still broke his heart.Carter on his tenth birthday while he waited for his dad to come back home, so they could celebrate his birthday, his sister Trisha fell asleep, and he and his mom waited for his father to come back in time to celebrate his birthday.His father's rivals at work attacked his home, and his mother was able to hide him and his sister in a closet while Carter hid in there, he watched his mother cut down to death. He was just ten years old, but watch a group of men cut down his mother into pieces. Blood splutter everywhere, her eyes piercing him. But even now, as a grown-up in his thirties, each tim
Even as she exited the office, she was somehow feeling pleased that Carter thought positively of her and wants her to hem up such an impeccable design.Gianna sat at the counter of the kitchen watching the girl's Cook, Gianna use to be responsible for the cooking in the house when madam Helen was still alive, but now Emma and Audrey won't let her cook anymore.The sound of a phone ringing pulls their attention, Audrey strolls towards her phone placed on the dining table, it was not a saved digit, and she was oblivious as to who was calling, but she did pick up." Hello" " Yes. Am I speaking to Ms. Audrey Jayden?"" Yes, who is this?"" This is the General Manager of COLTON'S FASHION"At the mention of Colton's fashion, Audrey stood upright beckoning to Emma who rushed over to her side motioning her to place the call on speaker mode" You presented the CEO of our company with a sketchbook which he finds interesting, he has invited you to the company to discuss it with him"" When does