I stood frozen in place as I stared at the scene in front of me with shock and horror.Oh my God! How did this happen?I could not tear my eyes away from the brightly burning flames in front of me, flickering and growing with unstoppable force. Panic surged through me, causing me to search desperately for someone amidst the chaotic scene. A wave of relief washed over me as Ava finally came into my line of sight.She was being held down by some people so she wouldn't probably run into the fire as she was struggling to free herself from their grip on her.With tears flooded eyes, I slowly glanced back at the fire that was still burning Ava's bakery. Her only empire. This was her only source of income and she has put in so much blood and sweat just for the growth and success of her bakery.I immediately rushed towards her and engulfed her in a tight hug. She kept crying profusely and I couldn't help the little sob that left my throat as streams after streams of tears kept running down my
I got into the restaurant forty five minutes later and was greeted by a cheerful Anne. She approached me and gave me a hug, questioning me on why I was coming by this time."Actually, I didn't come to work today, Anne. I was given the day off," I told her."Oh, did something happen?" She questioned in a concerned tone."Well, I had a case of a fire outbreak," I said not wanting to tell her the real reason why I was given the day off. She suddenly gasped and covered her mouth. "Hope there aren't much damages?" I shook my head negatively at her and she nodded slowly, her expression still masked with concern."I'll just see Mr Sebastian in his office," I said, adjusting my hand bag that wanted to fall off my shoulders."Okay, though our boss's boss is here too. I wonder why his son didn't come with him too. Oh, what I'd do to see his angelic face again." She sighed dreamingly and I shook my head at her. She must really have a deep crush on Mr Marco's son."I'll just head to Mr Sebastia
I'm sorry...I was...uhh..where...What were you saying?" I internally smacked myself. Why am I a jumbled mess? I inhaled and exhaled deeply to calm down my erratically beating heart.And wait...Angel? Did I hear him call me Angel? Doesn't he know my name?"So let's cut to the chase, you know why you're here. We're getting married," he said looking intently at me, making me lower my gaze to the table.I breathed out while fanning my face. Why is it suddenly hot in here? I clutched at the fabric of my dress nervously and pressed my lips into a thin line.He is oozing out the same aura I felt from his father. Why do they have this aura around them? Is it like a father and son thing? And it turned out that Alexander's aura is more powerful than his fathers'. It makes you feel safe and at the same time makes you want to stay away from him."My eyes are up here, Angel". I slowly dragged my eyes up to look at him. His brows creased up as his handsome face formed a little frown."Iv...Ivory."
I slumped tiredly on my bed with a heavy sigh as soon as I got home. Ava immediately came in with a glass of water and handed it to me.I took a large gulp before handing the empty glass to her. She gently dropped the glass on my bedside table before sitting beside me."How'd it go? You look sooo...I don't even know the right words to use." She gestured, tucking some strands of her auburn hair behind her ear.I huffed out annoyingly and glared at her."What's with the glare?" She asked, pretending to act oblivious. "You're actually keeping me in suspense here, Ivory. Please, tell me." She pouted and I rolled my eyes making her chuckle."I got the money and nothing," I said flatly."Oh, c'mon baby...that can't be all. Did you meet your supposed husband?" She asked me wiggling her eyebrows with a sly smile on her face."Don't be like this, Ava. Okay, fine. I did meet my supposed husband but he had to be an arrogant asshole. I can't believe I'll have to spend a year with someone as arro
IVORYI woke up at the loud sound I was hearing, only to find out that it was my phone ringing.I stared at the screen for a few seconds, wondering who owns the unknown number I was staring at.I swiped the decline button and tossed the phone back on the bed and quietly laid down on my bed to continue with my afternoon nap.My phone rang again and I let out an annoying groan before picking up the call."Hello, who's on the lin.....," I couldn't even finish my sentence before I was rudely cut off by the caller."Get ready by 7pm this evening. You're following me to a dinner party. My driver will come over to pick you up." I rolled my eyes when I realised who was on the phone.How can I forget his annoying deep sultry and sexy voice that could make your insides erupt with fire. "A simple 'hello' would've been nice but what do I expect from an annoying asshole like you." There was silence from the other end of the phone before his voice boomed again."Meet you at seven, Angel."That was
I stared at my flushed face in the mirror. I touched my cheeks as they were still burning.It's been five minutes since Alexander kissed me. He literally took my first kiss. I had quietly excused myself to use the restroom because I didn't want him to see how flushed and embarrassed I look.I sighed deeply as I glanced at my reflection again, my cheeks were still red. He didn't have to kiss me, I mean, it wasn't necessary or was it?He really shouldn't be taking me off guard like that, especially in public. I touched my lips as the memories of the kiss rushed in like a river of flowing waters. The way his lips grazed mine softly, nibbling and sucking at my lips. He was seeking entrance but I didn't open up, he let out a low annoyed huff before breaking the kiss.I quickly shook my head to shake off the lucid memories. I bit at my lower lip nervously as I thought of facing him or anybody else that witnessed the kiss. I rubbed my sweaty palms on my dress before looking at the mirror aga
Alexander's grip on my hand was so tight that I know it would leave a bruise if he held me any longer. I paused on my steps and forcefully took my hand away from his grip."What is wrong with you?" I shouted, annoyed at him. We were standing at a lonely pathway that led to the exit of the hotel premises. We had long left the dinner party hall."Stay away from Ezekiel, he is bad news. What were you even doing with him?!" His eyes were slit in anger as he glared down at me."I wasn't doing anything with him. I was just on my way to get water to drink and he came my way. I don't understand why you're so angered. I am not the one who has a girlfriend!" I bellowed staring intently at him which he returned with the same intensity.Why is he acting up? If he has a problem with Ezekiel, then he should sort it out with him and not try to vent his frustrations on me.He narrowed his eyes and menacingly closed the distance between us. He angled his face to the side before straightening it back
I stood in front of the full-length mirror as I glanced at the wedding dress on my body over and over again.It was a beautiful and luxurious white gown that had intricate designs and a very dramatic veil.I sighed deeply as I stared at my gloomy reflection in the mirror. My life is about to change in a few hours. I'm really getting married to a man I don't love. A man I have no iota of feelings for.I know it's just for a year but it's still hard for me. Yeah, you'd be saying he's rich and all that but I don't see it from that angle. I've always envisioned walking down the aisle with a bright and bubbly smile on my face, my eyes set on the one man my heart and soul yearns for but it seems fate has other plans.I was startled out of my thoughts when the door jolted open and Ava came into the dressing room."You said to give you five minutes, Ivory. It's ten minutes already. Aren't you done with the 'getting yourself together'?" I gave her a hard glare before turning back to look at t