Jasmine was surprised by Greg's sudden question. Her eyes got bigger, like ripples in water, and her hazel irises looked lively. She was caught off guard, and her breath stopped briefly. Her face turned a little red, starting from her neck up to her cheeks. She looked confused, with her eyebrows coming together. In that still moment, her whole expression showed how mixed up she felt, surprised and a bit exposed.However, she quickly regained her composure. "I'm sorry, Greg, could you repeat your question?" She asked."I said, If you encouraged, loved and believed him so much, why then did you divorce him?" Greg repeated.Jasmine gazed into the distance, "You see," she began, "loving someone isn't always about holding onto them tightly. It's about understanding that sometimes, the best way to show your love is by letting them go. When I encouraged, loved, and believed in him, it wasn't with the intention of chaining him to me, but rather to see him thrive, even if it meant apart from
The party had come to an end. Amidst the lively chatter and music that filled the air, Junior stepped into the center of the room, capturing everyone's attention. The warm glow of fairy lights illuminated his confident smile as he raised his glass. Silence fell like a hush over the bustling gathering, anticipation shimmering in the eyes of the guests.Junior's voice resonated with a blend of sincerity and excitement as he began his heartfelt thank-you speech."Ladies and gentlemen, Good evening and thank you for joining us tonight to celebrate not just business partnerships, but the genuine friendships and connections that make our journeys meaningful. Your presence here tonight is a testament to the strength of our relationships, and for that, I am truly grateful.In the fast-paced world we operate in, it's easy to lose sight of what truly matters. But events like this remind us that amidst the hustle and bustle, it's the relationships we build that sustain us. It's the trust, coll
"Junior, my dear, I must say, this party is simply exquisite!" Mrs Anderson exclaimed, her eyes sparkling with genuine delight. "The decorations, the music, everything is so well put together."Junior's face lit up with pride and gratitude. "Thank you, Mrs Anderson. We're really glad you could make it."Mrs Anderson's gaze wandered around, and she inhaled deeply, her eyes closing in appreciation. "And the scent in the air... it's absolutely divine. It's like a garden in full bloom."Junior beamed and glanced at Elise, a playful yet proud look in his eyes. "You know, it was actually Elise's idea to choose the fragrance for the party."Mrs Anderson turned to Elise, her eyes widening in admiration. "Is that so? Well, my dear, you have an impeccable sense of smell. The whole place smells like a dream."Elise blushed, touched by the compliment. "Thank you, Mrs Anderson. I wanted to create an atmosphere that captured the essence of summer and celebration."Mrs Anderson nodded appreciatively
"Oh no," Elise whispered.Elise's cheeks flushed, and she turned abruptly. "I... I need to go," she said.Junior's heart sank. "Wait, Elise," he pleaded softly. "Please don't go."Elise met his gaze, "it's getting really late, I need to go fetch my parents so we can leave."Junior sighed, Reluctantly, he nodded, his disappointment evident. "Okay, I get it."Elise managed a small smile, her eyes sincere. She patted his shoulder gently before turning to walk away.As she headed toward her parents and the approaching Banks family, Junior watched her retreating figure.Janet gushed with her arms flung wide, "Oh, Junior, what an absolutely divine party you've thrown! I can hardly find the words to describe how much my family and I enjoyed ourselves!"Junior chuckled, appreciating her enthusiasm, "I'm really glad to hear that, Janet. It's been a pleasure having everyone here."Janet dramatically clasped her hands together, her eyes widening for effect. "You know, Junior, I must admit, I fel
It was Monday. As the sunlight streamed through the windows, Elise walked into the office with a radiant smile that seemed to rival the sun itself. Her heart fluttered with a mix of satisfaction and relief. The party the previous day had gone according to plan.Elise strode purposefully through the entrance, her heels clicking lightly against the polished marble floor. The buzz of the office was already in full swing, the hum of conversation and the clicking of keyboards filling the air. As she made her way to her desk, Mia, the newly employed secretary, approached her with a bright smile."Elise, I just wanted to say a huge thank you for inviting me to Mr Miller's party yesterday," Mia exclaimed, her eyes sparkling with gratitude.Elise paused, returning Mia's smile warmly. "Mia, it was my pleasure. I'm glad you made it and had a good time."Mia's smile widened. "I had an amazing time! It was such a great party, and I can't thank you enough for including me."Elise leaned against
"I'm glad about that." Junior said. "But for now, we have to concentrate on the tasks for today. What's the plan?" He asked."We have three meetings today. The first one starts in 5 minutes. It's Mr Peterson." Elise said.Exactly five minutes later, there was a knock on the door and Mr Peterson walked in. Greetings were exchanged and soon, they got to business.Mr Peterson, a middle-aged man with a determined look, cleared his throat before speaking, "I've come to discuss something important." "I've been considering taking out a loan," Mr Peterson continued, "to start a small bakery that I've been dreaming of for years." His eyes lit up as he described the aroma of freshly baked bread and the delight on customers' faces.Elise leaned forward, intrigued, "That sounds wonderful, Mr Peterson. My parents own a bakery, so I can relate to most of the things you mentioned. But how can we help?""I was hoping that both of you could act as guarantors for the loan," he replied earnestly. "I've
"I cannot deal with that man today, Elise, can you please meet him outside?" Junior pleaded."Sure." Elise replied with a chuckle.Mr Alan was a thorn in Junior's flesh. He knew Junior when he was still married to Jasmine.He always treated Junior kindly, as a result, when Junior assumed his position as Mansion Miller Junior, he had sought Mr Alan out and decided to help him, but it seemed his kindness was taken for granted.Several times, he had given Mr Alan money to support his family, but he always came back for more in less than a month.Junior decided to employ him as a store worker in one of his branches, unsurprisingly, Mr Alan became sick and by doctor's recommendation, he couldn't work anymore.Ever since, he had made it his duty to report to D'Miller brand and request for money. If it wasn't for his children's school fees, it was for utility bills or other expenses. Junior had offered him another job which wasn't too stressful, but he had turned it down, he was content wit
In the quiet office, Junior and Elise shared a secret smile after their intimate moment. Sunlight streamed in through the windows, casting a warm glow on the room. They spoke softly, exchanging light, affectionate words as they dressed, their laughter mixing with the rustling of clothes.Junior's phone buzzed, and he glanced at the screen to see Micah's name flashing. Curious, he answered, "Hey Micah, what's up?"Micah's voice sounded slightly tense on the other end. "Hey Junior, there's something I need to tell you."Junior leaned back in his chair, intrigued. "Alright, spill the beans. What's going on?""It's about the Banks," Micah replied cryptically."The Banks?" Junior furrowed his brows. "What about them?"Micah hesitated for a moment before continuing, "Honestly, it's not something I can discuss over the phone. It's too sensitive."Junior's curiosity grew stronger. "Come on, Micah. You can't leave me hanging like that. Give me a hint at least."Micah sighed, clearly torn. "Jun