Chapter 11Brandley's body seethes in anger as he watches Dean explain the circumstances of his birth to him. His anger is kindled against his father. Jokes on the Stark family. Now what, they needed him this badly when he had almost suffered all his life. His mom wasn't exempted from his anger. His shoulder shook in anger.He understood his mom's pain of having to take care of a child as a single mother and what about his father? He left before he could have heard the news of his birth.Was he given birth only to feel miserable? As if Alex hasn't added salt to his injury at the Phoenix mall, he still went ahead and married his girlfriend.His chest tightened at Via's betrayal, a lady he had gone out of his comfort zone to make sure she's okay. And what has he got in return? Betrayal, pain and heartache! Was all she could pay him with.He must have loved blindly just like his mom. Who knows if they were fated to pass through the same hurt. He tried to hold back the small cries that
The board members were all seated in the large conference room, discussing among themselves as to why Dean had called for an impromptu meeting. He didn't inform them of the cause of the meeting, all they knew was that it was an urgent one."Isn't he supposed to be here before everyone else, his audacity to keep us waiting should be addressed" Murphy, one of the directors said, with a grim expression."Can we blame him, Philip caused all this insolence we are getting from Dean. The man feels so high of himself meanwhile he's just an ordinary personal assistant" Zico another direction commented.The other directors and managers were speaking in hushed voices. Expressing their dissatisfaction of being kept waiting for so long.Just as they were still speaking, Brandley made a grand entry. His piercing blue eyes complement the tailored gray suit he wore. His charisma was like no other.Some of the board members broke out in sweat at his dark and uninviting aura. Some fear that they would
"Who is she?" Brandley asked, his curiosity getting the better part of him as they made their way to his new office."Are you afraid that I would pick someone who isn't fit for the job? She's just a nobody who needed to fund her younger brother's hospital bills. She's meant to act as your wife for a year and we foot her brother's hospital bills" Dean answered, opening the door for him.His office is located on the first floor of the building, everything decorated with tint glass. He could see the whole City from the right angle, with another long table which he guessed was for an urgent meeting.An inner room is attached to the office, he smiled at that. He could be away from home for as long as he likes without anyone to question him, not even the contracted wife could. He smirks at the idea.He sat down at his desk and watched Dean explain how the company works. He studied business administration in college so he would have no problem in understanding the operation."That's all for
Ben the driver assigned to Mona dropped her at Starlight hospital, she instructed him not to wait as she would be spending more time with her brother and would return to the mansion when she's done.Ben tried to convince her of waiting behind but she waved him off.Mona marched to the special ward her brother was in, Dean asked the doctor to move him to a better ward, changing his doctor to their family doctor to be in charge.She opened her ward and found Bob staring out the window."Hey Bobby" Mona squealed in excitement rushing to his side."Mona" Bobby responded with the same energy opening his arm for a hug.Mona hugged him so tightly, happy to see that her brother is back to being himself once again."Looks like someone is getting better" Mona said, pinching the tip of his nose."Can't wait to be out there again, this place stinks of drugs and chemicals. And the nurses aren't nice, always forcing me to take drugs" Bobby complained with his doe eye face."I could imagine Hun, don
"Start talking, tell me everything and don't try to hide anything," Ariel said as they walked into the local bar.They ordered two bottles of soju and a plate of spicy chicken, Mona laughed at her friend's reaction.Mona explained what happened last night to her friend who was blinking in disbelief."Say something Ariel" Mona said taking a shot of soju "I still can't believe all that happened last night, I mean it's crazy but then a good thing because you were able to foot Bobby's hospital bills" Ariel said her voice turning serious.Mona chuckled "it was the best solution at the moment, Bobby was in so much pain and I can't just watch him toss over the bed in agony" she said with a hint of sadness in her voice."Have you seen what he looks like, is he kind? You know those sob stories about how ruthless and merciless the Stark family is. Is he different?" Ariel furrowed her brow.Mona shrugged "I don't know, I haven't seen him since last night, we slept in a separate room""You shoul
Mona slowly opened her eyes, groggily taking in her surroundings. She was met with the unfamiliar sight of the dark room, and then realized that she had slept on the couch. Her head was pounding, and her mouth felt dry and sticky.As she struggled to sit up, a wave of dizziness washed over her, forcing her to lean back against the couch cushions. She rubbed her temples, trying to alleviate the throbbing headache.Mona's thoughts were foggy, but she vaguely remembered the events of the previous night - the drinks, the laughter and what?Her eyes were wide open when the image of her vomiting on a man in the living room hit her. She must have lost it, she thought, hitting her head in regret.Who has she done, the room was still dark. She stood using her hand as a shield against anything coming her way. Walking towards the bed, the couch only added to her sorrow.She felt relieved when she found the bed, letting out a sigh, she slipped under the covers, to get a better sleep only to hit s
The order!Brandley prepared himself for work, dressed in a black suit which brings out the life in his eyes. He knotted his red and white tie, sprayed his cologne and left the room after he glanced at Mona for the last time.He went downstairs to have his breakfast, bread and hot tea would do since he's not a breakfast person."Listen" Brandley said to the maid standing nearby "do not, I repeat do not go near the master's bedroom nor try to open the door for anyone in there to come out. I won't spare anyone that tries to violate my order" Brandley instructed, his eyes dark in irritation of what happened last night."But sir, what about the young mistress? How would she have her breakfast" Chloe, the maid, asked in surprise.Why is he so cruel towards his wife, Chloe thought."It's my wife and not your business' ' Brandley pushed the bread away in annoyance, almost spilling the tea on the dining table."What a temper!" Chloe muttered when she was sure Brandley was out of the house."W
The resultBrandley arrived at the mansion, exhausted from the day's work. Meetings upon meetings, new projects to review and visiting other branches as the new CEO. All had been so exhausting. What he craves for is dinner and sleep.Tira and Chloe bowed in greetings to him, he nodded in response as he proceeded towards the stairs, oblivion to the smirk on his maid faces He inserted the key to the keyhole. He went to the office with the key. Pushed down the doorknob and let himself into their room.He was greeted with the empty and cold room. Brandley dropped his bag on the couch and started searching for Mona as if she was a pin.The maids won't dare go against his order, will they? Brandley thought walking towards the restroom."The fuck" Brandley muttered when he saw the view before him, he rushed to her side."Are you crazy, how could you soak yourself in the bathtub?" his hand rested on his waist waiting for Mona to open her eyes.Mona was only in her short pants and tube single
Revelations UnveiledBRADLEY'S POVUnfolding the letter from its envelope, I couldn't believe my eyes. The words written on it shook me to my core and revealed a truth that was beyond what I ever thought possible."I can't believe this is real," I whispered, barely audible. The letter's contents disclosed a secret that shook me to my very core.Her unwavering gaze fixed on me, Ava watched intently as she spoke. "Bradley, I understand this is overwhelming for you but the truth must be revealed."Rereading the letter, every word seared itself into my consciousness. It revealed a link between my stepfather and an array of dubious transactions that surpassed any previous suspicions I held. As I absorbed the significance of this disclosure, my hands shook with anxiety.My mind was filled with questions as I trailed off, realizing that I had no idea how deep this conspiracy went. Its potential implications for me and my mother were unclear.With a reassuring touch, Ava placed her hand upon
Uncovering TruthBradley's POVInhaling deeply, I sensed the weight of Mona and Alex's hopeful stares fixated on me. It seemed as though time had momentarily halted in anticipation for my response that would untangle our present predicament."Okay," I started, absentmindedly running my hand through my hair. "I guess it's time for me to give you both an explanation."Mona leaned back in her chair, crossing her arms and maintaining eye contact with me while Alex mimicked her stance, displaying a mix of interest and worry on his expression.I began, "Ava was the one who called. Her father holds a high position as CEO in our city. Our first encounter happened quite unexpectedly. Back when I found myself short on cash to settle my bar bill after assuming otherwise, Ava intervened and covered for me."Surprised, Mona raised her eyebrows and exclaimed, "So now she's asking you out on a date?""I confess," I admitted, "however, it's not as straightforward as one might assume. While she genui
Entangled relationshipBRADLEY'S POVI was frightened when I saw Mona text message on my phone asking me to come to a coffee shop. I thought something terrible had happened to her because she sounded like it was earnest because she didn't inform me that you were the one who wanted to see her, so I was so cold. “Yes I had to do it for security purposes, but why did you act like you were about to kill Jim when you saw him because as I looked at your face it looked as if you were angry, so why did you act that way?” Mona asked. “Well, I was just forming it. I was surprised to see my longtime friend. Okay, I am delighted to see him. It has been a while now since we last met each other, so I am very surprised to see him” I said. “Oh so how did you share my contact with him, I mean how since you haven't seen each other for a while?” Mona asked. “Well about that I lied I knew you both were so close I had to use the opportunity to get you because we are really in need of someone who has a
Secret and suspiciousMONA'S POVMy dad was having an argument with my mom. They almost used their physical ability with both of them, but I had to ignore them because I have something more important to attend to than always getting a heartbreak from my parents. I went into my room and was ready to leave. “Dad, I'm out. I would come home eventually,” I told him, then I Left. My parents are just frustrated. I wished I had money. I would have left them and stayed in another apartment, but everything is too hard for me. Likewise, I would just have patience and wait until everything is okay. Well, the coffee shop isn't too far from my home, but I may spend about twenty minutes or more to get there. “I hope he isn't calling me for an unreasonable thing because I wouldn't waste my time saying rubbish, I would be very annoyed if he called me for nonsense”“But what if it is about relationships like me dating him maybe I would even accept so through him, he can help me out with my finances
Confronting the TruthIt was a bright day as the morning was sunny. Mona was getting ready to answer Alex, which she did promise she would come. Mona stood up from her sleeping position and went towards the direction of the bathroom. “Wow what a bright and sunny day I hope for today to bring forth good thing” She came out to the living room, where her father sat down. She greeted him but when she was about to leave the room she turned and saw her mother at a corner of the room sitting alone. Likewise, she thought of going to her to embrace her bit on another thought she had to stay away before she could hit her again, then she only had to fade her hands to her. “Father, I am about to go to a friend's place. Okay, I will be back soon, but I am not ready yet. I just came to greet you before I remembered to inform you about where I am about to go,” Mona said in a low voice, allowing her mother not to be aware of it. “Okay, my lovely daughter, but are you rushing? I think you should s
When courage meets crueltyBRADLEY'S POVFear was all over me as I heard the voice of my father. I was more afraid because my mother was beside me and I didn't know his next action towards us. I saw his face being frowned and that wouldn't be a good sign.“Well well well I see your both are having a meeting because of wow I see” He said as he came closer to us” The room was silent as he spoke, tension was both in me and my mother’s face because neither of us was expecting that. I never saw him coming. He took a step closer to where me and my mom sat down, his eyes blazing with anger. “And you, you're just as bad”, he said and spat on her. You are always siding with him even if he is bad or wrong, supporting the wrong things he always does. You are the reason he is soft and cold. He shouted at my mother. “Suddenly, my mom stood up. I was surprised by her courage and tried to calm her down, but she forced herself up and talked back at him despite the anger and venom in his face. “Tha
Secrets and suprisesMONA'S POVI had to sneak in quietly to alert no noise in the peaceful home because I think everyone including my mom would have gone to bed by now. I rushed to go inside my room to have some rest because of the stressful and hard day I have been getting since today. I really need some time to rest my head. As I tried entering inside my room a voice called out my name which sounded like my dad's voice. “Mona, where are you coming from? I looked to the direction the voice called me beside me, and truly it was my dad. “Where are you coming from? He asked again but I was short of words. I didn't know what exactly to say or do, so I had to tell him the truth about where I was. “Dad, I did have a stressful day today considering the matter at hand. In my mom's case I was overthinking and had to go to a cool place to clear my head. You know mother's situation is becoming worse as each day passes by. I know I have said all this before, but the problem is I don't real
Bradley was hurried inside that night as he was shivering due to the cold weather. His attempt to enter his room was hindered by a bold and thick voice. "Where do you think you're headed? What's making you rush to enter? What's the genuine matter?Although everything was dark, Bradley was unable to see the person speaking to him. He moved closer to see who he was, but his vision was unable to see the person speaking.I am speaking with you. Why are you approaching me like you don't know who it is or have you become insane? The voice spoke to him. As the voice spoke once more, Bradley knew it was his stepfather. He was unable to act, so he paused and showed reverence to his father. I repeat, where are you coming from? I won't say it again. “E…mm” he was about to stammer because the fear in him wouldn't allow him say anything because he was always afraid of his stepfather anytime he is close to him because of the way he treated him, he didn't have anything to say any more so he had
A GLIMMER OF TRUSTMONA'S POVI saw Bradley's message the notification came to my phone I took a little bit of time to reply to him his words were touching in my heart they were emotional to me, I never wanted to reply those messages I wanted to be left alone for some time before I speak with anyone I needed some space to myself, but he wouldn't let me be. I think he is distressed about me but what did he want me for I just have to text him. “You keep disturbing me. I wanted to have some time to myself, but your emotional words wouldn't let me be. I just replied to you for a reason. Okay, not there I required you around me. Okay, you Just have to learn to let me be okay. I really require some space for myself. I am at the area of the street okay I am there alone I have to take some rest okay just come over there” I texted him. I knew as soon as he saw the message, he wouldn't hesitate to come over to come and check me if I am truly here. Not quite long after I texted him, I saw him