"Well, well, well, if it isn't the boss's secretary, Juliet. What's wrong sweetheart? You look terrible." Hailey smiled, her hand placed lightly on her chest as she walked behind Juliet. It was almost 8am and they had just both arrived at the office. Juliet rolled her eyes without looking back, she kept walking towards the elevator. "Ignoring me won't add a single cent to your pocket, but then, carry on. Enjoy.""Look, Hailey. I don't know what you're going on about, but it is too early for whatever you're trying to do." Juliet said, stopping right in front of the elevator. She pushed a button by the side and the elevator door swung open, arms wide in a huge embrace. Juliet walked in and Hailey followed right behind her."Whatever I'm trying to do? Stop projecting, little miss." Hailey said with a sigh, leaning against the metal wall of the elevator. Juliet didn't say a word, or even turn to look at her. And that enraged her. "You know what? You make me sick. And it really took me all
"Okay." She mumbled, a bright smile illuminating her face. She immediately turned her face to the other side so Robert would not see her smiling. "I'll be right back. Do you want anything?" He asked calmly, one hand in his pocket and the other in his hair. For some reason, he was feeling nervous and he hoped dearly that she wouldn't get the hint of it in his voice. She shook her head calmly and flashed him a little smile. "Alright then." He nodded and slid out the door the same way he had came.As Robert walked through the hallway that led out, he wondered what he had really come out to do. Just then, he felt a little buzzing vibration in his pocket and reached in to it. It was Liam calling."Hey man, what's up?" He started, sounding very casual, as usual."Nothing much. Where are you? Why aren't you at the office?""How do you know that?" Robert asked in surprise, letting out a short chuckle."Well, I got here about 15 minutes ago and I didn't find you here, clearly because you were
"Hello." Liam said firmly, feigning a very serious look. "Sophia Richard?""What do you want from Sophia? And who are you too?" Her sweet voice asked fiercely."Oh, my name is Liam Henry. And I really need to speak to Miss Sophia. It's urgent.""I am Sophia. What do you want?" Sophia asked rudely, her legs hurdled up on Michael's back. He turned and looked at her, a questioning look on his face."Well, Sophia, one thing I can tell you is that we want the same thing. How about we meet to discuss this?""I don't meet random people. Sorry. And what do you mean? We both want the same thing? What might that be?""This is a really delicate issue to be discussed over the phone but I guess I don't have a choice. I do hope we can see each other to discuss more on it." Liam sighed deeply, searching for the right words before speaking. " Bringing down Robert.""Oh!" Sophia exclaimed softly, a smile immediately breaking out at the side of her face,leaving Michael in a deep state of confusion. "A
"Hi, girl." Juliet smiled, her hand on her smooth cheek. Her smile was awkward, one which showed she was trying to hide something."Good afternoon, sis. I'm waiting for you here. Since you didn't want me to bring a car along." She sighed calmly, rolling her eyes in an unimpressed manner."Okay. Where exactly are you? " She looked up at Robert. He smiled weirdly, waiting patiently for the call to end. She smiled back at him, super grateful of how much of a gentleman he actually was."At some park. I don't know." She sighed, quickly scanning the place. She walked towards a sign and squinted as she read the words. "Oh wait, I think I'm at something Peace Park. I don't really understand what's on this board.""Okay dear. I'm really busy now, but I'll have somebody come over, alright?""You'll have someone come pick me? Are you sure you're happy with me coming?""Of course, I am. Why wouldn't I be? Trust me, I'm thrilled that you'll be with me for some time. We have a lot to catch up on."
Robert drove back to the hospital, with a wondering heart. What had happened between Juliet's sister and him was almost unbelievable, yet amusing at the same time. He shook his head calmly and sighed.Meanwhile, Mary was already in her sister's house. Her eyes moved from one corner to the other as she looked around in irritation."What kind of hole does Juliet live in? I mean look at this place." She hissed loudly, and tossed her bag at a corner. She sank in to the couch and pulled out her phone to make a call. "Hey, mom." She said immediately her mother picked up. "I just arrived at Juliet's and I am not impressed.""What is it, Mary? Is there something wrong there?""Of course, there is, mom. Did you really check this place out when Juliet relocated?""What is happening, Mary? Why all these questions?" She sighed in a tired tone."This place is a dump. It's not big enough. How does she even manage here?""Your sister didn't want to stay at some massive place, so I let her choose wha
"Oh, you're back." Juliet said calmly as soon as Robert walked through the doors. He had a frown on his face, which was very noticeable even with the smiles he tried to force. "Is everything okay?" She asked before she could hold back."Yes. Everything is fine." He forced another smile and moved closer to the bed. "I'm sorry I was out for a long time. You must be hungry." He sat by her, and took a little plate out of of the bag in his hand. Juliet sat up, looking at him closely. He looked angry, but was still very caring."Thank you. But I won't want to eat that here. I'll eat it at home instead.""Oh, you want to leave now?" He asked immediately, getting off the bed as soon as she nodded. "Let's go, then.""But, sir..." She said gently, her eyes down. "You have already done a lot for me today. Don't worry about me. I'll get home safe.""Oh, Juliet, but it isn't a problem for me. I will take you home. I want to be sure that you are okay.""I will be okay, sir. But you really do not
It was about 8am that morning, but the house seemed quiet. Robert left his room quietly and walked to Jude's room."Grandfather?" He called softly, his head slightly through the door while the other part of his boy waited outside. Jude didn't respond, so Robert went in, walking as calmly as he could. His legs were almost not touching the floor. obert stood by the side of his grandfather's bed, watching him as he slept peacefully. He hadn't done that in a while, and now that he finally did, the feeling of relief was immeasurable. He had invited the caregivers Liam had recommended, over to the house. And while he waited for their arrivals, he decided to see how his grandfather was doing. He wasn't surprised at the rush of different emotions he felt. His happiness and anger were the most peaking emotions though. Angry he was, at the ordeal that had taken place between Mr Daniel and himself. But at the same time, he was happy seeing his grandfather breathing and alive. He had no intentio
"Thank you so much, sir." Martha smiled, her voice shaking a bit. "Thank you." Philip and Rita looked at her in an irritable manner. Philip was angry. His plan had failed woefully. He turned to leave immediately."Umm... Excuse me." Robert said softly. Philip turned and faced him once more. Robert smiled, addressing them all. "Thank you very much for coming. Please meet him and write down your account number for your compensation. Thank you, once again." He paused and turned to Robert. "Get a pen, alright?"Robert nodded and disappear ed from the room. Few minutes later, he reappeared with a little jotter and a pen."Thanks again, for coming. Ma'am Martha, please come with me. Excuse me." With that, Robert turned and headed up the stairs, with Martha scurrying behind him. Philip watched her go up the stairs, his eyes and blood boiling wit anger."Excuse me, sir." Raymond called out, trying to draw his attention to the matter at hand. But he was so engrossed in this loathing that he di