Somewhere in Vancouver...
Friday 2nd September 2022
9:00am ...
"Give it up for our guest speaker today , a young talented beautiful and successful lady Miss Ariana Bennett '' The host cheered and everyone in the audience gave a standing ovation as they welcomed her on stage.
The paparazzi were all over her as she walked upstage , she was putting on a golden yellow jumpsuit, it wasn't too fitted and it wasn't too big either , it had a peplum on the waist and an huge bow thing going on in front of the cloth , from her neck down to just above her burst was sewn with net and heavily beaded , the left sleeve was also net and beaded but the right sleeve was sewn with the material of the jumpsuit.
She was putting on gold shoes and jewelry , and her makeup was spot on, her hair was packed up in a tight ponytail with face framing bangs that dropped to her shoulder.
The crowd went wild immediately when they saw her up on stage , she was looking breathtaking.
The public was always waiting for Ariana Bennett to step out because she always had new beautiful designs on every single time.
Ofcourse it was expected , she was the most popular fashion designer in Vancouver!.
She had that huge smile plastered on her face as she raised her hands up and waved it slowly to acknowledge the guest as she slowly walked to the host and took a seat beside her.
She sat in the chair and slowly crossed her legs elegantly.
"Oh my God!You look like fire !" The host commented with a wide smile and the audience erupted in applause again.
"Thank you thank you everyone" kath the Tv host finally said as their applause Subsided , Ariana only sat where she was with a huge smile plastered on her face .
"Thank you everyone and for my viewers at home if you're just tuning in you're welcome to CEO under thirty !" She said,
"And with me here I have the beautiful and self established Ariana Bennett " she said as she did a small clap and the audience joined her.
"Thank you for having me, " Ariana said.
"So now , we're just going to go right into our discussion today, " Kath started.
"First we'd like to know how it feels to be this person, how it feels to be this young and in control of so many things ?!"
"Hmm, I really don't feel any different, I think what I feel is just the same feeling everyone feels when they accomplish their goals "
"Wow , that's a very thoughtful answer, " Kath replied .
"So how did all of these come to be ? we'd like to know how you got here , you inspire a lot of people , what did it take to accomplish becoming a CEO under thirty?!" She added .
"All I can say is that it took years of determination and persistence, many years of not given up even when you have so many reason to "
"In a few minutes can you just share with us your success story , what made you go into fashion and steps you took to achieve that !" Kath asked.
"Ever since I could remember I was always obsessed with designing and all, I had a lot of stuffed Disney princesses toys and I always played dress up with them , then my mom used to join me to play dress up with my dolls when she wasn't too stressed with the day's work" she started off as she took a small handkerchief and carefully wiped the tear that was threatening to fall down her face with a small laughter.
"Later on my mom, Laura Bennett asked me what I really wanted to become and I told her , she had my back completely but as usual my dad wanted me to take up responsibilities in his corp , when he realized I couldn't be stopped he just let me be "
"I studied designing arts in university when I was done I went to fashion school like every other person "
"I think the special steps I took to become who I am today was that I had the passion and I didn't stop trying and pushing and pushing!"
"So what's your advice to people who'd like to be successful also before thirty" Kath added.
"I have only two words to say to you , be Consistent, there's nothing as rewarding as being consistent, " she replied.
"Alright guys that's it , you heard it directly from the horse's mouth and I hope you guys are satisfied!"
"Now onto the next segment , my DM is Open now , Keep your questions for Ariana Bennett Rolling in , you might be one of the lucky fans she would answer to!" She concluded .
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Ariana's POV
"Arghh, my lips hurt from all the smiles " I lamented as I got into the backseat of my car , my best friend Presley was sitting in front .
"Your fans are greeting" she replied Instead referring to the crowd surrounding my car and making it difficult for us to move out of the venue .
I turned to look outside , the glass was tinted , I could see what was going on outside but they couldn't see inside the car.
"These dirty peasants" I murmured and Presley turned to me.
"You shouldn't say that , these people love you!" She said,
"Whatever " I replied, rolling my eyes.
"I'm winding your window down now , you should say hi to them " she said.
"You wouldn't dare " I said and before I could complete my statement she had already wound down the window .
I quickly turned to look outside as a fake smile returned to my face nodded tiredly and intentionally ignored people stretching out their belongings for an autograph.
Immediately my driver was able to drive off, I quickly wound up the window and turned to Presley.
"Why would you do that?!!"
"I love you more bestie " she replied as she placed her head on the headrest of the chair and closed her eyes.
I huffed and reclined in my sit also , I slowly raised my hands and stared at the bracelet on it, it was my lucky charm.
"Thank you for today , Logan, " I whispered and exhaled deeply.
Ariana's POV 4:00 pm ...At home ..."Good Afternoon Ma'am" the helps greeted as they stopped what they were doing to bow respectfully to me as I walked in.I didn't even bother to look at them as I just kept on walking towards the entrance , I rolled my eyes as Presley responded to all of their greetings."Sweetheart" Mom cooed immediately as I walked into the living room as she stretched her hands out to me , a huge sincere smile spread across my face as I walked into her arms."We watched you on TV today , you did amazing" she whispered as we disengaged."I'm sure your father is very proud of you because I am " she added and I looked up at her "Did he say that?!""We haven't talked today , but I know he is " she whispered and I nodded."Thank you so much Mom , for everything " I said and pulled her into a hug again."It's okay sweetheart, that's what Moms are for " she said with a small smile."I love you Mom!""I love you too sweetheart " she replied."Alright go on now and fres
Logan's POV"I just want you to know , I won't stop until I find the people who did this to you !""I love you so much" I whispered as I slowly lifted up the picture to my face and placed a soft kiss on it with my eyes tightly shut.I sighed as I returned the picture frame back carefully to where I brought it out from , on a second thought I brought it out and placed it beside Dad, Phoebe and I picture on my bedside table.I pulled my bag closer and began to unpack. Immediately I opened the zipper, something fell from it and I looked on the floor to see my bracelet. I picked it up and slipped it back on my wrist. I had taken it off at work and put it in my bag because it wasn't allowed.Wearing this bracelet always made me feel closer to my childhood friend Mia, I don't know if it's practical to still be thinking about her, she was quite young back then and there's no assurance that she would still remember who I was or if I even existed.The last night I saw her was still fresh in my
Two days Later ...Monday 5th September 20226:30 am ..My ringing tone blasted through my dream waking me up to full consciousness , I groaned as I felt pain shoot down my spine, I turned to lie faced down on my bed and slowly reached for the phone.I declined the call without even looking at who it is but the caller won't stop calling."Hmm" I groaned immediately I picked up the call."Don't tell me you're still asleep" the caller said and I turned to lie on my back."Presley" I murmured. "Come on , get up and shine it's a big day today " she said and I sat up on by bed with my legs folded in front of me and I bent my head tiredly ."Ana " I heard her call and I slowly raised my head up , I raised my hands and parted my hair which was all over my face."Few days ago you wanted this so much , you wanted so badly for your dad to finally see you,""Now you have it , I don't get why your excitement is gone" she said."It's still there , I'm just really tired" I murmured."It's a beauti
Ariana's POVLater in the day ...I walked into the board room at the resort slowly and elegantly , everyone in there stood up and bowed in greeting as I walked in , which I obviously ignored .I slowly walked up to where I was supposed to be and took my seat there dropping my handbag on the floor, beside my chair.Shortly after the door opened and Dad walked in."Good morning sir ""Good morning sir" they all greeted as he walked in , he responded with a wave of hand before he took his seat."Good morning Everyone, I'm just gonna get to this quickly" he said clearing his throat."I'm sure we all are aware of the situation of things around here " he started"Most of our investors have pulled out and things are no longer as they should be " he added and they all hummed nodding their head slowly."So to that effect , I'll be handing down all of the operations of this resort to my daughter Ariana Bennett!" He said and they all began to clap their hands."I believe she has all it takes to
Ariana's POVMeanwhile 4:00 pm ....I heard a small knock on the door and it slowly creaked open , I looked up to see Brett walk in and my eyes slowly went wide not externally though."Brett!" I called surprised as I sat up in my chair."You're here , what a surprise!" "How did you know, I'd be here!" I murmured surprised .The only person I told about been here was Presley, as a matter of fact I didn't even want to have anything to do with Brett that was why I didn't tell him.We used to be childhood sweetheart and he was my dad's Godson , I guess overtime I just grew , plus I wasn't dumb I could see that dad preferred to always be with him even until now.Brett was the only one who knew about the company affairs , he used my fashion business as a coverup ."Your dad told me , and then I decided to swing by " he replied as I nodded slowly not taking my eyes off him."He did" I murmured."Are you avoiding me?!" He suddenly asked and I looked up at him."If your dad hadn't said anythi
Logan's POVMy eyes slowly went open but I was still having blurred visions , I closed my eyes again and after a while I slowly opened it , immediately my vision cleared I realized I was lying on the bare floor , I sat up immediately wondering where the hell I am and my memories from earlier began to resurface. I was kidnapped, who the hell would want to kidnap me and why?!.My hands was tied to tightly and connected to my legs also.I quickly began to wriggle my hands in a bid to loosen the ropes , and after some seconds it came loose , I raised it up to my mouth and used my teeth too loose it completely, immediately my hands were free I reached for the ropes on my legs and loosened it also.There was a small window in the room and I quickly stood up and headed for it , immediately I got to the window I realized it was a very tall building and down below I could only see water , this place was surrounded by water."I think you should just go ahead and jump out" I heard someone say an
Logan's POV 7:00 pm ..."Thank you" I whispered totally drained of any form of strength and he nodded with a small smile , as soon as I came down he zoomed off.I quickly reached for my pocket took out my phone and dialled Ashton's number."I'm at freedom Road, can you please come with a Taxi to pick me up" I said to him and before he could complete saying the yes word , I ended the call.I slowly staggered backwards as I looked for a place to sit , I found an empty chair at the bus terminal, I took slow shaky steps there before finally taking my seat.I clinged on to my bag as my whole body shook , recounting what just happened to me."Oh My God , Logan!" I heard a familiar voice say and I looked up to see Ashton stepping out of the taxi and rushing up to me.Immediately he got to me , he took my bag from me , helped me up and we began walking towards the taxi.We got in and the driving zoomed off. The journey to his house was a very quiet one , I think he understood the message, I
Ariana's POV Evening 4:30 pm ...I took slow confident strides into the restaurant .I was putting a pink and white stripped blazer and a pant trouser with that same material.Immediately the workers there sighted me , they scurried clumsily and I rolled my eyes .Such unprofessionalism."When you told me about this plan , I had pictured this place empty" I said as I stopped in my tracks and turned to Camilla beside me."What do you mean empty ?! We can just cease operation because you're coming here!" She replied ."You know how bad that could affect us?!""I'm sorry I didn't realize what more bad could possibly happen to something that is already damaged !" I snapped and she looked at me with squinted eyebrows."The resort is not that bad" she whispered."Yeah right!" I said and scoffed."You know what? I'm not gonna argue with you, not today!" She whispered as she slowly exhaled."I already prepared the events hall for you , we'll be using there " she concluded ."Some staffs will