There was Amelia standing in a midnight blue satin dress. The dress was fitting on her all the way to her thighs where it came free with a slit that showcased the slender beauty of her well-shaped legs. There were three jewels right above the slit, and three more on the single cap sleeve that she had on her right arm. He couldn't deny the stunning beauty of Amelia. She didn't do much for her hair, but the simple way it fell around her shoulders, smooth and silky, elevated her look. He hadn't even realized he had been staring for a while, until Amelia raised a hand to her neck, feeling shy. "Is it a little too much? I just thought…""No way. You look marvelous. You are just so pretty that I can't seem to stop staring. Come in please. I'm sorry I made you wait." He said, widening the door, and Amelia stepped in, with a faint blush on her face. James closed the door, and watched her stare at the petals he had arranged on the floor.There was a beautiful smile on her face, as she foll
Amelia found real comfort in James' arms and she had never felt more happy that she had decided to stand up to her father. Being with him was all she wanted. He was calm, cool, receiving, caring and knew exactly what she wanted. So why should she leave him and keep on going on blind dates with men she would never date?Amelia began to think of how things would turn out if she really managed to stand up to her father. She would no longer have to come in late at night, and leave early. She also wouldn't have to meet men she wasn't interested in, and go for business meetings that were always tiring.If she decided to go on a thousand dates with James, her father wouldn't stop her. Afterall, she was a grown woman already. She could make the decisions she considered best for herself.The thought of things becoming easier thrilled Amelia and she could not help getting more and more excited by the moment. James released her and she smiled. "I'm going to thank you for listening. For not cu
Charles looked at Lincoln in disgust. He detested him with everything. That was downright cheap. Was he so desperate to have someone go down with him that he didn't make use of his senses?How did he expect to drag Charles down with him without any evidence?That looked stupid to Charles. Sandra on her part didn't say a word, her tears dropped her cheeks. Her problem was humiliation. Charles doubted she really thought she was going to be given a heavy sentence. Almost everyone turned to see the person Mr. Lincoln was pointing at, and their mouths dropped when they saw he was pointing at Charles. Was he really pointing at Charles? Charles?Even his attorney looked baffled, and a little frustrated. Why would Mr. Lincoln try to show it outright that he was nervous? Why did he admit it?The prosecuting attorney took up the opportunity immediately.“Do you mean to imply that you admit to the sale of illegal drugs?” He asked, and Mr. Lincoln turned to his attorney, tongue-tied. It was ob
Charles and James left the hot courtroom with smiles on their faces. Finally, they had seen the end of Mr. Lincoln and his wife, and Charles knew the same thing would happen to Tyson and Carlos if they ever dared to show themselves.Well, they didn't even need to show themselves because Charles would bring them out, and make them an additional source of disgrace to the Lincolns, excluding himself. “Can I leave first?” James asked, “I'm going to see Amelia's parents today.” He added.“Oh. I wish you well on that. Make sure to please her parents, and thanks for everything.” Charles said, tapping James on his right shoulder.“You don't have to thank me every time. I work for you.” James replied with a smile, even though he was pleased with his efforts being acknowledged. “You're always so humble. I need to thank you for that too.” Charles added, and James smiled. “Do you want to have a little drink before you leave?”“I would have loved that, but maybe we can save it for next time. Amel
Amelia's heart felt like it was about to explode. Just seeing her father's name on her screen gave her the chills. She looked at his picture once more, and felt she was doing the wrong thing.Was that the man she wanted to convince? The man she wanted to stand up to?It was hard to imagine her doing that. She showed it to James, who stared at it for a while before blinking and nodding.“Pick it.”Amelia picked the call immediately, and raised the phone to her ears. “Where have you been, Amelia?” His stern voice came through the phone, and Amelia felt like a child once more. When she was younger, she had been terrified of him. She'd never forget the look in his eyes whenever he scolded her.It always felt like he wanted to squeeze her, and pop out her eyes. Her father was scary, and those childish fears slipped into her once more. “Uh, I've been…”“Are you rebelling, you nasty little thing?”Nasty little thing. He had always called her that, regardless of how much she aged. She ha
Fear worked up Amelia's nerves, as she heard the angry voice of her father. Something about him always managed to make her feel scared, and she hated that. She, James, and her mother left the kitchen, and went to the living room, where they saw her father stomping down the stairs looking angry. “I see you've grown wings.” He began, menacingly, as he got to the bottom of the stairs.“Fa…” Amelia began to call.“I told you to be here before an hour was up, but look at the time. Did you think I was just bluffing? What father says doesn't matter anymore!? Is that what you think?”“Honey, you need to calm down.” Her mother said, going to him, but he raised a hand to stop her, before she could get to him. “I need to calm down? First, she doesn't come home for days, do you know how much that cost me?” He asked, looking like he was going to burst, and James could see why Amelia got scared whenever he began to shout.“Father, I'm old enough to move out…”“I never stopped you from moving out
It was a new day, and Charles was in the dining room, eating. Vera had asked that he visit his own founded tech company as they had just launched the first main prototype.He had planned that he was going to go on a vacation, but he didn’t want to miss a very important day to the company.He was going to push his vacation, a day further, which means he would be going on his vacation, the next day. Charles rose to his feet, and pushed back the chair with his legs.Then he wiped his lips with a napkin, and drank some water.“Thanks for the food, Martha.” Charles appreciated her, with a smile on his face.He really enjoyed the food, and especially as he was having a good day. He had conquered all his major enemies, so even if the sky was dull, it would seem bright to him. If the birds were chirping, it would sound so much like music to him.“It was really great.” He complimented her.“Thank you, sir.” Martha smiled brightly, happy that he had really enjoyed the food.Even if he hadn’t co
The sounds of clinking spoons, and plates filled the dining table, and Amelia could not feel happier. Her father seemed to like James, after knowing he was a businessman, just like he was.“So which do you prefer? Seafood or beef?” Her father asked, and James looked at the display of dishes on the table.“Actually, I love both, but if you'd ask me to pick, then it's definitely beef. I love the different types of beef, and can identify them.” James replied, and her father laughed. “You're a real beef lover, aren't you?”“Yes, sir.” “Oh, call me Gerald, please. We should get to know each other more, don't you think?” He asked, and James smiled.“How about a game of golf, while we discuss business tactics?” James asked, and Gerald clapped.“You certainly know the deal. Of course, what is more than a delightful game of golf while talking about business? Let's fix a date.” “Alright, sir. Ready when you are.” James replied, and Amelia's mother placed a hand on Amelia's palm, with a smile