Armand ran. He wasn't sure about the direction he was heading, but he knew he needed to get out of that bar fast.He was uncertain, but it felt as if he had seen a flash of recognition in Carla's eyes.Armand ran, and he came across a door. He quickly got in and walked through.As he was walking, he felt a variety of emotions, starting with anger. It had been over a year, and Armand thought he was over it, but clearly seeing the Smith family again evoked certain feelings in him.Armand felt angry about how his relationship with Carla ended. He felt angry about Carla's actions that led to the end of their relationship. Armand felt a sense of injustice and betrayal, and this led to feelings of resentment and rage.Also, he felt sadness. He remembered how Carla had treated him when they first met. He felt sad about the loss of that close friendship.Armand felt a sense of grief and mourning for what Carla's actions cost both of them to lose. Did Carla really lose anything?She
"That was close!" Vanessa exclaimed. "Yea, it was," Armand concurred.It was the start of a new week, and they were both sitting in Armand's office. He had just finished telling her about his encounter with Carla."Some people never change, I guess. Money seems to be the only language that can make them nice, " Vanessa said."Yes, and it's really sad," Armand said while shaking his head."By the way, I didn't know you like going to bars," Vanessa commented."I don't, not really. I prefer staying indoors on weekends, " Armand said."So this weekend was an exception then," Vanessa said."No. I went there for a reason, " Armand said."And what's the reason?" Vanessa asked."I went there to meet with Miriam White," Armand answered."Who's Miriam White? Is she a new business partner?" Vanessa questioned."No. She's Jude's fiancee, " Armand stated.Vanessa couldn't believe what Armand had just said. She was in shock. She was feeling so many emotions at the same time that she
Vanessa marched straight to her office after leaving Armand's office. She stormed into her office with an intense and agitated energy.Her face was flushed, and her eyes were blazing. She kept muttering to herself, clenching and unclenching her fists.As she got in, she tried to sit but felt restless. She kept pacing back and forth.She was still pacing when she heard a knock on her door."Come in," Vanessa said."Hello, Miss Vanessa. Is everything okay? You look worried, " Vanessa's secretary said.Vanessa didn't know what to say at first. There was no way she would tell her secretary it seemed she was jealous of a woman their boss was talking to, so she decided to use work as an excuse."Hi there. No, not really. We had a setback with the new project we're working on, " Vanessa said."I'm sorry to hear that. What happened?" Her secretary asked."We received some unexpected news from the client, and now we have to change our approach to the project," Vanessa responded."Oh
It was the third day of the week. And Vanessa was still acting weird around him. Armand didn't know what to think.Vanessa didn't respond to his texts or emails unless they were work related.He had tried inviting her out for a drink after work, but she declined. She claimed she had plans.He decided that they grabbed lunch together at work, but she came up with another excuse.And she didn't initiate contact either. If it wasn't work related, Vanessa didn't try to contact him .Vanessa mostly seemed distant or disinterested when they were together, and they had nothing work related to talk about.Also, she didn't make eye contact and seemed uncomfortable around him."Have I done something wrong? Or could it be that Vanessa was actually jealous? But why? Could it be that she was having the same conflicting feelings as he was?" Armand asked himself."Armand, are you available to discuss the new project?" Vanessa asked.Armand, who was lost in his thoughts, slowly turned hi
"I heard that you settled down, that you found a girl…" That was the sound of Armand's phone ringing. Armand had never felt so glad to hear his ringtone. it was Vanessa calling him with her office number."Sorry, I need to take this." Armand said to Miriam."It's fine, go ahead." Miriam replied."Hello, what's up?" Armand asked."Hi, Armand. It's me, Vanessa, " Vanessa said on the other end of the phone."Hey, I know it's you. What's up?"Armand repeated."I just realized that I forgot to remind you to sign some important documents before leaving the office.I wanted to let you know and see if you could come back soon and take care of it." Vanessa said."Oh, I see. Thanks for letting me know. Yes, those documents are crucial. It would be best if I came back to the office and signed them as soon as possible." Armand said."I apologize for the oversight. But you don't need to come right away, though. I just wanted to notify you so you don't spend too much time where you are,
It was the D-Day Armand stood in front of his mirror to access his outfit once more. He had on a well-tailored suit that fit him perfectly. It wasn't as expensive as the Armani he had worn the other day, but it would do.The suit was a navy colored one, and he had on a blazer and matching trousers. The Blazer had a structured silhouette and was buttoned up .Inside, he wore a crisp, long-sleeved dress shirt made of high-quality cotton. The colour of the shirt was a classic shade of light blue.The shirt was neatly tucked into his trousers, and his cuffs were fastened with cufflinks for an added touch of sophistication.Armand rearranged his tie. It was a silk-blend tie that complements the colours of his suit and shirt and was tied in a neat and professional knot, and was just the right length, reaching the top of his trousers' waistbandHe wore tailored trousers that matched his suit jacket and was a straight fit. It was worn at his natural waist and was neither too tight no
"You know, you remind me of myself, or should I say you remind me of who I used to be?" Armand said to Miriam."A hopeless romantic?" Miriam asked teasingly."Yes, that's one of the many things I was," Armand said."What changed?" Miriam asked."Life. Life happened and changed a lot of things, I was forced to see reality, " Armand replied."Well, your answer is quite vague, but I won't ask for clarification. People shouldn't be judged based on what their family members have done, " Miriam replied."I'm not judging him, I'm just trying to look out for you," Armand responded."I really appreciate that, but it's not necessary. Jude is a hard-working young man. He's honest, and he's simply trying to sort out his own path. I wish people would see past his family's sins and see the potential in him, " Miriam said."Well, if he's really all you say he is, I wish you both well," Armand said."Thank you," Miriam said, a smile on her beautiful face."So, when's the wedding?" Armand as
"Absolutely not!" Vanessa yelled."Why? She could be of assistance, " Armand replied."In what way? From what you've said, it's obvious she's head over heels in love with him. She wouldn't be able to reason properly, " Vanessa retorted."We can't be certain until we try. Miriam is probably going to end up being a victim of Jude's scheme if we don't notify her, " Armand said."We will tell her, but not just yet. We have no solid proof against Jude, " Vanessa said."We do. You're a living proof. Jude has been begging you to go out with him. Even if that doesn't change her mind completely, at least it will gain her attention, " Armand said."And then what? It's going to be my word against Jude's, and we both know who to place our money on.She won't believe us. Jude's just going to tell her I'm responsible for the downfall of his parents, and now, I'm trying to bring him down, too, and she'll believe him.And then, you're going to have to reveal yourself. And if Jude finds out wh