It was nearing Christmas, and Cathy had been busy with the programme that she had prepared for the pre school where she had been doing part time work. Jon never wanted her to work while waiting for the following school year, but she insisted. "I want to be able to save. I cannot live a life like this and ask you for everything that I need," she remembered herself telling him that she wants to work for a few months, before finally getting into UCLA. She just got home from the pre school when she realized that there was a huge box that was hidden under the dining table. "Anna?" she called out to her, but got no reply. She was beginning to be afraid, walked to the small foyer and searched for Anna's keys on the console table. "This is where she leaves them after she gets in," she said quietly. When she had not found anything, she ran to the living room and turned all the lights on, and heard footsteps coming near her. She was getting frightened when she felt warm hands hold her small w

It was the twenty-seventh of December, Stephanie had arrived at the airport at around nine in the morning. Pulling her brown Prada luggage bag, she wears her Saint Laurent black velvet tied shorts, a white Dolce and Gabbana t shirt and black gladiator sandals from Versace. A supermodel that she was, Stephanie Fox was indeed a head turner. She walked with such grace to the waiting area, had a cab and went around Los Angeles, looking for a place to stay. She immediately called Jon who was currently having a discussion with Lee at the balcony while she was in a cab. "I wonder if I could stay somewhere near you," Jon told Lee that he would attend to him later in the day, as he needs to answer an important call. She wanted to stay at The Orsini, but Jon said it would be better to stay at a hotel if she does not plan on staying for long. The lady agreed, told him to meet her to have a cup of coffee and a chat. She hung up afterwards, told the driver to drop her off at the hotel and put on

Two days before the new year. "I thought you were able to spend the new year with me." Cathy told Jon, while she prepared his clothes for his trip back to New York. He held her hand and comforted her, "You know that hotel businesses jump up during new year countdowns." She smiled, and nodded. "I understand, there are lots of opportunities after the new year, right?" She wanted to spend more time with him, but she understands that there are a lot of important things that he needed to attend to. He hugged her, thanked her for being so understanding, and kissed her. While their lips touched, there was a flash of memory that struck him at a speed of lightning. With his eyes closed, it was so vivid and realistic. His lips touched hers, she was wearing a red dress with a high slit that she took off to make love to him. Her hair was blonde and curly, and her scent leaves a strong feeling of desire and seduction. It was when he opened his eyes, he looked at Cathy, and hugged her tightly. It

"Hi mom," Cathy said, holding the phone with both hands. "I would love to come to you dear, but I need to stay here for another month." She spoke to her mother about how happy she was and that Jon takes good care of her. After she hung up, she went straight to her room and stared blankly at the bed. "Are you okay?" said Anna, who came from behind her, carrying loads of laundry. Cathy did not reply, but she shook her head, not knowing what to say. Anna put down the laundry basket on the corner behind the door, and closed the door behind her. She took Cathy's hand and they both sat on the bed, she stroked her hair with her fingers, trying to comfort the lady who was about to cry. "You did not tell her the good news?" she asked. "Is it even a good one?" Cathy asked her back, and let go of Anna's hands. "Anna, we both saw the live telecast. You saw they kissed on live television. He was supposed to be here with me. But he'd rather spend the countdown with that blonde.." she paused, with

It was a weekday morning. Jon was having coffee with a few investors while discussing the year's plans which included expanding the business overseas. "I think it's best to be able to provide luxury in some areas in Asia," a man said, sitting at the last seat on Jon's left. Another man, who was sitting across, raised his hand and continued, "We have studied the middle eastern cities of Dubai and Abu Dhabi, the two cities were found to have rising economic status and in the following years, we have forecasted that hotel industry will boom as tourism evolves and it would be a great investment." Jon was looking at the records, "I believe that the East is a good target, we will be able to establish new trends," a woman said. Jon made a comment as he looked at his laptop screen, "Can someone send me a list of international celebrities who are known residents to these two cities." A lady got up, and advised her secretary who was seated at the back near the door, to conduct a research imme