HIS SECRETThe employees bowed as Isabella walked to the company, most of them were happy to see them. Only those who had been lagging because Kim was in charge were scared for their lives and jobs.You have nothing to worry about in Reas Glob as long as you work diligently, and faithfully.The employees waiting in front of the elevator bowed respectfully at her. "Morning," she responded, she was given the honor of stepping into the elevator first while the rest followed, Isabella rested her back on the elevator wall as her head became blank.She wanted her mind occupied hoping that would ease her tension, she always hated having impromptu meetings with those old men.It always leads to disaster, but this time she is innocent so there is nothing much to worry about."Thank you," The employees parted ways for her to step out, the board room is on the third floor."Isabella," Kim rushed to her with a smile, though she would be around for a few minutes if things go according to plan whic

PAYMENT"What is so funny?!" Charlotte slammed her hand furiously on the desk, how dare he smile when things are going down?"You Charlotte, you are funny, so funny," Greg continued smiling infuriating Charlotte more."I am funny? You think I am funny?!" She went round the table and grabbed him by the collar. Maybe all he needs is someone snapping some sense into him."What made you think we had a plan? Huh? What am I? Your puppet?" He smirked pushing her away, she staggered holding the desk for support."Hey, get this into your head we are not accomplices. I only used you to get information from Jacob and I got to fuck you along the way, it is a win-win my dear," he smiled devilishly.What? He has been using her? It... It is all a lie? He never loved or cared about her, she didn't love him either but at least they were partners. How dare he use her to his advantage?"I took the money because I will turn in my resignation letter, there is no use pretending anymore. Jacob must be so de

David nodded, grateful for her offer of support. "Thanks, Isabella. I appreciate it." David hugged her and kissed her forehead. As they parted ways, David couldn't shake off the feeling of unease that lingered within him. As David arrived home, he found Yvonne sitting in the living room, flipping through a magazine. He approached her cautiously, knowing that their conversation would likely be tense."Yvonne, can we talk?" David asked, his voice tinged with concern.Yvonne glanced up, her expression guarded. "I don't know, David. What do we have to talk about?"David sighed, running a hand through his hair. "I know things have been awkward between us lately, and I want to address it. I want to understand why you've been acting distant."Yvonne scoffed, her eyes narrowing. "Do you really want to know, David? Or are you just pretending like everything's fine?"David shook his head, his frustration mounting. "I do want to know, Yvonne. I care about you, and I want to work through whate

David smiled, his eyes glowing with pride. "You inspire me, Isabella. Your beauty, your grace... it's like nothing I've ever seen before."As they stood together, gazing at the masterpiece before them, Isabella knew that this moment would be etched in her memory forever. And as she looked into David's eyes, she realized that she had found not just a talented artist, but a kindred spirit, someone who saw her for who she truly was, and loved her all the more for it."Well, one more thing. On the sofa. Let your hair cover a part of your face. I want reality and I want it to feel like you had no idea I was painting you," David said. He grabbed her by the waist and kissed her cheek before letting her go. She strode over to the sofa and laid down. David carefully positioned Isabella on the sofa, arranging her hair to partially obscure her face, just as he envisioned. With a tender smile, he began to sketch once more, his movements fluid and deliberate as he captured the raw, unguarded bea

And as they laughed and shared stories, their bond growing stronger with each passing moment, David couldn't help but feel grateful for the unexpected turn of events that had brought them together that evening. X X X "Isabella, I heard of a restaurant around here," Kim said, as Isabella drove. "A restaurant around?" Isabella asked. "Yes. You didn't know?" Kim asked. "No.""I think the name is La Trattoria. They sell the best pasta in town," Kim said. "You must have really heard a lot about the restaurant. Well, let's drive over there then," Isabella said. "Yay!" Kim said, throwing her fist up a little. "Don't be too excited Kim. I don't need people's attention from outside," Isabella said and laughed a little. "Okay, Isabella," Kim said. "Put on your seatbelt," Isabella said, increasing the speed. As Isabella and Kim drove towards La Trattoria, the anticipation built within Isabella. She browsed about the restaurant and saw good things about the restaurant, and