Robert shrugged. "It's no big deal. I couldn't stand to see someone in such a distressing situation, so my instincts compelled me to act." He paused, then added, "You should carry on with your shopping."The girl remained, unable to tear her gaze away from Robert. He stood tall, his chiseled features radiating an effortless charm. His piercing black eyes sparkled like diamonds, framed by lush lashes that only added to his allure. His dark hair was neatly styled, and even in his casual stance, he exuded confidence and sophistication. The girl found herself captivated, her eyes lingering on his striking features, leaving her momentarily breathless and her mind racing with excitement.The girl was actually a university student who worked part-time jobs as a side hustle. She hadn't quite encountered a man who was so ruggedly handsome and kind at the same time."Thank you!" she said again, her voice soft but sincere, a gentle smile playing on her lips.Robert couldn't help but return the s
.Simon quickly went to open the door and a middle-aged woman clad in designer outfits walked inside. Robert didn't know who she was, so he just stood there, but once Madam President saw her, her lips twitched into a wide smile. "Oh my God! Mrs. Blackwell..." She screamed excitedly and rushed into her arms.The woman hugged her passionately for some couple of minutes, like lovers who found their way back. Actually, they were not lovers but rather sisters who found their way back after not seeing each other for over a decade, both were married to men of different regions, so it made it hard for them to see each other."Sis, look at you. Just look at you. You look so good!" Madam President spun her around in a 360 to have a clear vision of her. "Oh my god, you look like you're in your early thirties!"They both burst out laughing.The woman couldn't stop looking at Robert as her sister ushered her to the plush couch in the living room.Madam President quickly turned and gestured Robert
It was Samantha Knowles, she was one of Robert's high school mates back in high school. She wasn't just a proud and nasty person, but she was also part of the group who bullied Robert back in high school. Unlucky for him, the delivery company he was working for belonged to her father.Most of the time, she would go as far as to turn him into her errand boy whenever she came to visit her father. Robert didn't have a choice; if he had any choices, they were to quit the job, but quitting the job at the time meant a lot of things, one of them being to stop paying his tuition. Robert would rather do anything than jeopardize his educational life.Seeing her again, he felt a deep stab of annoyance just seeing her breathe in front of him with such a smiley face. She was with another man who seemed to be her boyfriend. Seeing Robert in such nice outfits, she couldn't believe it was him, the same one she would send to get her food from the next restaurant across the street. To confirm her thoug
"Isn't that Lily Blake?" She thought as she saw Lily walking towards them. She couldn't just tear her eyes off her as she came. She had known Lily for a long time now because of her family, but she hadn't had the privilege to even have a conversation with her.Now, seeing her at the birthday, she giggled happily. This might actually be her chance to become friends with the girl she has always wanted to be friends with."Rob," Lily called out softly. "You came late!"She spoke in a very casual tone, and it left Samantha speechless. She was wondering where she knew someone such as Robert from. Lily walked closer to Robert and hugged him."I will forgive you because you're looking very dashing!" she praised.Robert laughed before responding, "And you too, you look quite different today, but yeah, different in a very good way!"Lily's face turned beet red from blushing. "Whatever! Just come in." She pulled him by the arm when Samantha suddenly stopped them."Hey, Lily!" Samantha said with
He scrutinized her for a few moments, and the resemblance was clear as daylight. He knew at once that she was Lily's sister. Turning around, Lily saw her sister, and a proud smirk curled up her lips. Her sister grabbed her hand and pulled her away from the seat. The two ladies excused themselves for some petty gossip."Is he the one?" Sarah asked curiously.Lily rolled her eyes. "Please stop! Don't make this about me. Today is your day, and we won't be speaking about me."Sarah frowned. "No secrets, remember?"Lily couldn't help but laugh. "Of course it ain't any secret. I can give you a breakdown of everything later on, but not today, please, Sarah. Go back, let's enjoy your day."Sarah was slightly disappointed. She sluggishly pulled her feet and acted like she was okay until she reached the table where Robert was sitting."Ummh, sorry for leaving you out. My sister is such a silly human!" She remarked.Robert smiled. "Let her be. Today is her day. And that reminds me, you forgot to
Sarah noticed the growing tension and awkwardly chuckled. "Okay, that's okay for now, Damian. I need you and your guys to join Lily and Robert at their own table. I will send someone to set a table right next to that one."She walked forward and grabbed her sister's ear. "This boy is so hot! I really didn't see him at first, and he is into you so much. Don't even dare lie to me! Is he the one fucking you?" she whispered.Lily didn't know when her eyes widened at her sister's words. "Come on, Sarah! No, we are not. We are just..." Before she finished her words, Sarah quickly covered her mouth to avoid her from spilling more than required."Shut the fuck up, sis!" She was stunned. She quickly let Lily go and rushed out from there immediately. She didn't want her sister to spill their small little secrets.Lily blushed, and she rolled her eyes shyly since everyone was now looking at her, including Robert."My instincts tell me I am the topic of discussion!" Robert said.Lily was stunned t
CHAPTER.Sarah's lips twitched into a wide grin as she walked back to the custom-made chair that was made for the celebrant. She was both curious and excited about what Damian had in store for her; it must be something very expensive and unique.Meanwhile, Robert rolled his eyes at Damian's boastful behavior. A few minutes later, Sarah got hold of the microphone and gave a little thankful message to some people. The whole place went silent; everyone wanted to hear what she had to say. Cameras were in action, ready to take video records of Sarah.She smiled graciously and said, ”I really don't know what to say, but I want to say a very big thank you to everyone that made it possible from their busy schedules to come here tonight. Thank you all; I really appreciate it. And a special thanks to Damian for his support. Actually, he took care of this hall.” Hearing this, Damian was proud, but internationally, he downplayed it and said. ”Oh Sarah, no need to call me out, especially since
She quickly acted like nothing happened, but Damian's face said it all. It was plastered with a frown, and his fists were clenched in rage. Looking at how Robert just flirted with Lily, and she was very uncomfortable with it, made him angrier. As Lily turned to leave, he quickly rose up from his chair and blocked her path."What was that?" He asked, his tone stern.Lily was surprised. "What do you mean, Damian? What is that?" She asked him.Damian scoffed, "Now you've got amnesia, right? You've totally forgotten what just happened between you and that scum a minute ago?"His eyes were burning with rage at how she was okay with the flirt. She even flashed him a smile after he let go of the knife, but when he held her hand, she was trying so hard to pull away from him like he was a plague. But in Robert's case, it was the reverse."Lily, don't tell me you don't know what I'm talking about. He was flirting with you, and you're even happy with it!" He spat.Lily was taken aback. What was