All the employees were all gathered in the conference room, curious and waiting for what was about to unfold. At first, there was murmuring in the room, but when Juliet switched on the TV, the room went in to total and deafening silence."A warm afternoon to you all in the United States and beyond. I am Robert William of the prestigious William family. ""Oh, it's the boss." One of the employees pointed at the TV and for the first few seconds, whispers filled the air. "And I am proud to announce to you that I am the sole heir to all the businesses under Jude William, who happens to be my grandfather. Some time ago, the responsibility of the businesses were landed on my shoulders. And as we speak, I am in charge of every thing. Well now, to the reason of this. About a week ago, the bad news of Mr Mendev's passing hit the media and I for one, was surprised to arrive at my office to see a crowd of reporters waiting for me. Apparently, a rumour had it that my grandfather and I were someh
Robert rolled his tired eyes, wondering if he would ever get a break. He got out of the car and walked towards her. Her hair seemed to have grown longer than the last time he had seen her. Beautiful, black and long. He sighed and shook his head softly."It seems you're here to beg again, or am I mistaken?""Oh, please Robert. Do I look stupid to you?" She had a black, fitting gown on, with medium heels. Any one could tell that she was indeed a stunning woman."You just said please. That is begging in my book. But I guess you came to die. Being run over by a car isn't the best way to go, in my opinion.""I see that you've got guts now." She scoffed mockingly, her eyes scanning his entire being, from the crown of his head to the sole of his feet. "It feels nice, right? Just don't let it take over you.""You're not in the position to tell me that, Sophia. By the way, what do you want? It's too hot of an afternoon for all this.... For all this drama.""Why do you care? Huh? After everythi
"Hey bro, I'm on my way right now." Robert said quickly, as soon as the receiver's line beeped."Where have you been, man? Thought you went home to prepare.""Yeah, I know. I just... I'm sorry, okay? I'm almost there." With that, he set his phone aside and focused on the road. In less than ten minutes, he was at the spot. A red car was parked at an open space, and Liam stood there, resting against the car. Robert flashed a goofy smile at him as he pulled over. "What's up, man?" He got out of the car and walked towards his friend, stretching out his hand for a handshake. Liam looked at him blankly without saying a word, his eyes lazy and almost drowsy."Come on, man. Don't be annoyed. I was just so tired I slept off. I didn't even hear the alarm clock ring.""It's okay, man. I'm not angry." Liam paused and laughed loudly. "Are you okay, though? Your eyes.... They look kind of red, tired too.""Well man, you wouldn't believe what happened." Robert started."What happened? Everything's o
"We're here, mister. Get ready to relax." Liam smiled, then paused as he realized something. "Not like you should get ready because that might be stressful.... Ahhh! You know what I mean. Just relax." Robert nodded without saying a word. His face was all smiles as he looked around. The place was enormous."What's happening here, man? You still haven't said anything to me." Robert said slowly, then his eyes caught what seemed to be a stage straight ahead. "Wait!" He chuckled, turning to Liam, then back at the stage. "Is it a play?" His voice gave off every bit of excitement as he spoke, his eyes sparkling with happiness."Mmhmm.." Liam replied and nodded, without parting his lips at all."Oh my! It's been so long, Liam. How did you know?" Liam smiled, raising his shoulder up a bit. He was glad to see the reaction on his friends face. He knew Robert liked plays because that was what they some of their time doing in high school, just because Robert liked them. "Let's go get our seat, al
"Umm.. hi Juliet. I've been trying to reach you for a while now but you're not picking up. I hope you're fine." Juliet paused the message from her voice mail and sighed deeply."Are you okay, Juliet? I would have come over but I don't know if you'll be okay with that. I hope you're fine. Call me when you get this." Another voice message ended. For the past few days, Juliet had been in her shell, one of solitude and depression and she hadn't been taking Erick's call. She curled up in to a life sized ball on her sofa, holding her legs so close to her stomach.Her life seemed really bumpy at this point, with all the rollercoaster of incidents happening at the office. She sighed and sat up, contemplating if calling Erick was a the best option as she hit the call button."Oh my word! Juliet, is that you? Are you okay?" Erick asked anxiously, fear dancing seductively on the tip of his tongue. "I'm here. I'm just here." She replied almost lifeless, resting her back on to the sofa that her h
He was there, alive but immobile. Her lips against his had the feel of a thousand roses, gentle and lovely. But then, it hit him. She wasn't doing this out of love, as much as he knew. He immediately drew back, a confused and aroused look in his eyes."What are you doing?" He said softly. Her desperate eyes pierced his, filled with longing and pain. She swallowed hard."I'm... I'm sorry, Erick." She stammered, immediately looking away in embarrassment. "I didn't mean to...""No, Juliet. No." He interrupted, getting a bit closer to her. She moved back, looking scared and embarrassed. "I won't hurt you, Juliet. I will never hurt you." He paused and moved closer to her again. This time she didn't move back. She looked at him, tears streaming down her face. "Oh, no, no, Juliet. Please don't cry." He caressed her cheeks and wiped the tears from them."I just... I'm so sorry." She cried, relaxing in his arms once more."There's nothing to be sorry about, dear. I'm here for you." He fondled
"Oh, man. I think she likes you. Didn't you see the way she was looking at you?" Liam said, feeling a bit weird. They were outside the hotel, leaning on the car."Forget about it, Liam. She was just being nice. It's so obvious that she's a nice person.""Oh, drop the act. If you like her, just say so. She's pretty, and talented, and man, she has a nice body.""You know what I'm seeing? It's so obvious that you like her. Why didn't you talk to her, huh? Why are you trying so hard to make me want her?""Oh, it's nothing. I just think she's a better pick over Juliet." Robert turned to Liam, a look of curiosity in his eyes."Juliet, again? Now you have to tell me what's up with you and Juliet? You know, I saw the way you looked at her the other day at the eatery. What do you have with her? So you like her? Is that why you want me away from her by all means?""You're getting it wrong, Robert. I just think it's the right thing since she's your secretary. I mean why would the boss be dating
"Oh my!" She gasped leaving Erick in a state of surprise. "Hello, sir... Ummm... I mean, Robert. Good evening." She smiled nervously, brushing her fingers through the strands of her sleek hair. Her eyes met Erick and she could tell that he had so many questions plunging his mind."Oh, good evening Juliet. Umm... I'm sorry about this. I dialled your number by mistake.""Okay." She sighed, squinting with disbelief. "Did you need anything?""No, nothing. I'm okay. Take care of yourself. Goodnight." "Okay. Goodnight." She said finally, putting the phone down. Erick was looking at her, wondering when she would say something. But when she didn't, he proceeded to speak."Who was that?" He asked curiously, getting a bit closer to her. She looked at him with a gaze that spelt "how rude" and he looked away. "I'm sorry, I don't mean to be nosey. But wasn't that your boss?""Yes, it was. Why?" Juliet's head rose high, just like her brows did, patiently waiting for him to answer her question."I