All Chapters of A Pulse And Betrayal : Chapter 11 - Chapter 20

Chapter 11: The Ties That Bind Diana’s POV The next morning, I woke up with a heavy chest. "Sleep didn't even help me." My mom was still sleeping peacefully, a small smile on her face. But me…I was just staring at the ceiling like someone that doesn’t have future.Everything I told my mom yesterday just made me remembered Everything I tried to forget . I brushed my teeth , dress up, and boarded a bus early. Work again. War again. As I entered the office gate, one of the security men greeted me. “Ma Iron Lady,” he called me. “You are very devoted to your work to your work now.” I smile small, but inside me I was very sad. I walked straight to my desk. Before 8am , I have started my work. My eye was very sore focus on my system screen . I was as focus like someone that was planning to rub bank . Then, when I finally thought I could escape, it came to me in the most unexpected way. I was walking out of the office at 5:45 p.m., rushing to get to the bus stop to catch the last b

Chapter 13 :Bruised Heart and Burning Eyes Diana POV The day after that encounter were very heavy for me. Xander’s cold silence weighed on me every time we crossed paths in the office.i’m still afraid of him because i know he still have a lot to say from what I’ve read from his eye.I sat down on my office chair the next morning and I was thinking about was is going on between me and Chris. How everything was going…the happy beginning. Suddenly my mood changed.I remember everything that happened between me and John…How he was kind,very generous but I didn’t know he married me for a reason that was best known to him.All of a sudden I started asking myself questions and questioning anything that is going on between me and Chris “Could he be the right person or is a he here for his own benefit?” I whispered, head bowed in my hands. I thought about Chris's kindness, his gentle eyes, and his words of encouragement. Was he genuinely interested in me, or was he just playing a role?As I

Chapter 15: New me , New Goal At 7:00 am the next morning, my alarm jolted me awake. I jumped up from my bed where i was crushing on my CEO using his photo and dressed quickly. I pulled on a black mini flare skirt and white blouse, then brushed my last surviving hair. praying and hoping to get his attention today.He will be very lucky to have me. I said to myself with a smile on my face.Reaching the office that morning.guess who i saw that Bitch that calls herself my cousin sis with his toy boy or better still his flower boy.I hissed and backed it up with a dangerous laugh as i walk pass them.I don't blame her until he marrys me i will throw out of this company a burden that you are. Is just a matter of time i will get everything I want .i moved straight to my desk and stay and was monitoring his office door to know when he arrived I must make my move today today. That's on period , he must noticed and marry me .l have anything he wants same way he have have what I want .I

Chapter 17: Unforgettable Dinner EncountersDiana's POVI felt a wave of discomfort wash over me as our eyes met. Xander's expression was intense, his jaw clenched in surprise. I tried to maintain my composure, but my heart was racing. Chris, oblivious to the tension, continued to talk, but I couldn't focus on his words. I nodded and smiled, trying to play it cool, but inside, I was battling with thoughts and discomfort .Mercy's POVAs I slipped into the beautiful restaurant ,hoping to cool off after a long day of embarrassment from my boss But I was struck by the sophisticated ambiance. The dim lighting, soft music, and elegant decor created a refined atmosphere that made me feel like I was in a luxurious setting. I was taken aback by the beauty of the place, and for a moment, I just stood there, taking it all in.I was greeted by the hostess and led to my table. I took the menu, ordering a dish that caught my eye. As I waited for my food to arrive, I began to scan the environment,

Chapter 19: The Delay. Diana’s POVThe morning light didn’t feel any different. I woke up with the same weight on my chest—the same battle between fear and confusion. But today, I promised myself I wasn’t going to let it consume me completely. At least not yet.I tried standing up from bed but I was very dizzy. I hold my wall as a support.“God please,” I whisper. “Let it not be what I'm thinking about.”I entered the bathroom to take my bath. When I was taking my bath, I looked at myself in the mirror. My face has changed. My cheeks have filled. My breast is swelling. So like my body is giving me a sign that I don't want to accept.After I was dressed, I decided to say that I didn't want to eat. I don't even get an appetite. My mouth was bitter like someone who took medication. I just wore my flat shoes and carried my bag and left for work.As I entered the bus, one small boy who was near me was eating a pineapple. The moment the smell entered my nose, I covered my mouth and bent my