"Tell me you're joking, please". Elise said, trying to hold back her laughter."Honestly, I wish I was". Junior repliedElise's eyes widened, and she let out a burst of laughter. "What kind of ideas are we talking about here?"Junior leaned back in his chair, a bemused expression on his face. "Oh, you won't believe it. Jasmine suggested everything from starting a pet spa for unicorns to selling custom-made oxygen canisters for extraterrestrial beings. It was like she was living in a fantasy world!"Elise's laughter grew louder. She clutched her stomach, tears of mirth streaming down her face. "Junior, you always manage to attract the most interesting characters."Junior grinned, his eyes sparkling with amusement. "I swear, sometimes I feel like I'm living in a sitcom. But here's the best part—I managed to convince Jasmine that her ideas might need a little refining. I suggested more practical avenues for her father's company to explore. Can you imagine the chaos if I had actually agre
"Jasmine, can I call you back?." Junior asked and without waiting for a reply, he hung up."Elise, you want me to go to Jasper Banks company? The last time I was there, I caught my wife with another man.My father in-law humiliated me in front of his cheating daughter and her lover. Also, Jasmine's secretary insulted me." Junior said"Yes Junior, I want you to go back there. Things have changed. They need your help now." Elise explained."If you say so." Picking up the phone, Junior called Jasmine again."Jasmine," Junior's voice quivered with a mixture of fake regret and determination. "I owe you an apology. I'm sorry for abruptly ending our conversation earlier."There was a pause on the other end, a hesitant silence that seemed to stretch into eternity. Finally, Jasmine's voice emerged, "I appreciate your apology."Junior took a moment to gather his thoughts, aware that his next words held the power to shape the course of their interaction."Jasmine, I've been thinking about your f
"Excuse me?" Elise askedJunior leaned back in his leather chair, his hands folded behind his head, and a mischievous smile tugging at the corners of his lips."How about we go on a weekend getaway together? We could leave all the stress behind and have some fun." He repeatedIn disbelief, Elise replied, "I just finished telling you about something serious and instead of commenting on it, you're suggesting we go away?""Yes." Junior simply replied. Elise chuckled, her eyes dancing with both amusement and hesitation. She had always admired Junior's spontaneous nature and adventurous spirit, but she couldn't help but feel a bit anxious about the idea of leaving her responsibilities behind."Oh, Junior, that sounds wonderful, but I have so much work to do," she replied, hoping that would be enough to dissuade him.Junior's smile never wavered, and he got up from his chair, moving closer to Elise. "Come on, you deserve a break," he said, his voice gentle yet persistent. "The world won't
Monday arrived soon. As the morning sun kissed the horizon, casting its warm, golden glow upon the world, Junior stood in front of his home, a sense of contentment and nostalgia washing over him. Dressed in his neatly pressed work attire, he couldn't help but smile as he reminisced about the beautiful weekend he had spent with Elise.The weekend had been a blissful escape from the hectic demands of their daily lives.With a dreamy look in his eyes, he absently grabbed his car keys and began to stroll towards the garage. Junior's heart swelled with affection as he replayed the moments they had spent exchanging playful banter as they discovered hidden nooks and crannies.His steps grew lighter as he recalled the joyous moments they had shared around. Junior marveled at the way Elise's eyes sparkled like the brightest constellations in the night sky, a reflection of the love and happiness they both felt.Reaching the garage, he paused to lean against the doorframe, his mind driftin
As Junior's eyes locked with Janet's, he braced himself for the inevitable confrontation.To his astonishment, however, Janet's demeanor was unlike anything he had experienced before. She seemed calm, almost composed, as if the fire that once fueled her bitter criticisms had been quenched."Junior," she said in a surprisingly soft tone, "I didn't mean to bump into you. I'm sorry."Junior's eyes narrowed slightly as he gauged her intentions. It was strange to see this side of her. Her apology sounded rehearsed, lacking the genuineness he had always longed for.Being the polite person he was, Junior decided not to engage in any conflict. He mustered a forced smile and replied, "No worries, Janet. Accidents happen.""It seems you just concluded your meeting with my husband and Jasmine. I must say, I didn't expect you to agree to work with us after everything that happened."Junior's eyes met hers, the emotions swirling within like a tempest. He chose his words carefully, "Well, it's just
It was the start of a new day. The sun appeared as a radiant orb. As it rose higher, it brought a sense of renewal and energy to the start of the day.Junior stood at his garage's doorway. He smelled the familiar, intoxicating blend of rich, earthy undertones, mingling with notes of leather, fuel, and a hint of polished metal. But today felt strange. He felt both excited and worried.He hadn't driven himself in a long while. Micah, who had turned out to be his ever-reliable driver, had been the one behind the wheel for countless journeys. Micah's expert hands guided the car on the roads with such accuracy that Junior was used to it. When Micah drove, the car felt like a part of him, smoothly moving through traffic like a well-practiced dance.But today was the day of the interview and Junior had granted Micah the day off. Junior knew this was his chance to reclaim the driver's seat, to rekindle the sensation of control that had slowly faded in his absence.With a deep breath, Juni
"A complaint?" Elise asked."Yes!" The lady replied.Elise's smile didn't waver as she nodded. "Of course, I'm here to help. What seems to be the problem?"The woman leaned in slightly, lowering her voice dramatically. "The cakes I bought earlier," she declared, "tasted absolutely terrible."Elise's eyebrows shot up in surprise. "I'm sorry to hear that. Could you tell me which cakes you're referring to? We usually take pride in the quality of our pastries."The lady leaned in even closer, as if sharing a secret. "The chocolate cupcakes, specifically. They were so bad, I couldn't even take another bite."Elise suppressed a chuckle, finding the lady's exaggerated complaint a bit amusing. "I apologize for the inconvenience. It's quite unusual for our chocolate cupcakes to disappoint, but I appreciate your feedback."Not easily deterred, the woman straightened her posture and cleared her throat. "That's not all. This bakery has never done a promotion or a giveaway. I think it's high time
"Tomorrow will arrive soon." Those were Elise's words the previous day after Junior had gotten off the phone with Jasper.Indeed, tomorrow did arrive soon. Junior decided to arrive at the first loan company, Gifted hands, before Jasper and Jasmine.He was waiting at the gate for them when they both arrived, looking at Jasmine, he could clearly tell she had dressed to impress him.She had on a well-fitted, tailored blazer and pencil skirt in a deep, rich red color.The blazer had a slightly low-cut V-neckline, revealing just a hint of skin, while maintaining a sophisticated silhouette. She paired it with tasteful heels, minimalistic jewelry, and subtle makeup. As they got closer, Junior broke into a fake smile."Junior, we can't thank you enough," Jasmine said, her voice a mixture of gratitude and amazement. She extended her arms for a hug, instead of reciprocating, Junior shook her hand instead.Jasper's eyes shimmered with appreciation as he shook Junior's hand firmly. "Junior, yo