Middletown High,Fortune's Building and Construction Enterprise*Daniel's POV*"Finally, I yawned, stretching and adjusting my shoulders a little.It was already 5 pm. I was already missing my bed. Funny how, I hated lying all day on the bed and now, I'm here missing it.I settled in the chair and did the finishing touches to the design I started. It was pretty cool but I wanted to get the client's needs right.I paused, breathing loudly. Working with a top-notch enterprise required fewer breaks, more conversations and hectic workloads. I just started today and my desks were piling with unfinished projects from different teams.How was I going to survive? This wasn't what I expected! Then again, the pay was something I never imagined I will be earning. So, I guess, everything worth value had to be worked for.I still had a meeting with Nicholas by 6 pm. I hope after I break down my thoughts, he will fully understand me.I knew Mrs Potts's offer was a lifetime opportunity but it was to
East Alley,New York City,The Stephen's MansionMr Stephen's POVIt was fascinating how kids grew up, from babies- toddlers- teenagers-young adults-adults. As parents, you think you know them, read their thoughts through their intriguing stares, filter through their pains and become a curator of solutions.It was great to be coloured and decorated as their heroes but do what you think is best for them and that marks you as their enemy forever.This was where I found myself with Laura. Funny how she used to adore me, her mum and now? There's no iota of respect left for us. For all she care, we were dead to her.I thought using May's wedding would break Laura's stubborn stand but no! Even the house arrest which her mother protested wildly against didn't work out. Yesterday, after she returned from the park, breaking my rule, I called her into my library for a little chit-chat and guess what?She ignored me, telling me straight to my face, that she only listened to humans with values a
Middletown Alley,Phase 7,Nicholas POVSome days, I just want to stare at the grey still blanket accommodating stars and the intriguing nature's lamp. Nature was a casket of mysteries. You never know what is coming up.The days seem to drag on and feel so slow. Like, how is it Wednesday already? I thought loudly, walking through my back door. Rick's bodyguards were still watching my house and the AI clone was doing a wonderful job. They were so blinded by orders of Rick that they couldn't tell the difference. The wind was really cold at this time of the year. The meteorologist on CNN claimed it was climate change but I guess it's just nature paying us back in our coin. We haven't been fair so far. I was supposed to be at the hospital with Mrs Potts but she called in, changing the plans, she wanted me to get ahead with Rick and Veronica. They were getting restless now. Checking up on her charities, bakeries, business clients, houses and churches. According to her, they might soon h
Midtown High,Fortune Construction And Building EnterpriseDaniel's POVI stood up, strolling to the basket court. I was dead tired. Yesterday was hectic. I was choked up with a lot of projects again. I couldn't even focus on the client's project which was coming out smoothly.Then, today which is Wednesday, according to company rules is expected to be a half day, with staff closing by 2 pm turned out to be a total scam.Employees were still doing paperwork, trying to meet up with clients' deadlines...I glanced at the wristwatch. Wow, it was 4 pm already.It was surprising how you would want something so bad that when it finally comes, you hate it so much. That's how I felt about this job. I enjoyed the drive it gave, the flexibility to use my creativity to design my way, unlike Laura's Dad company where employees were programmed to just follow the rules, "don't think, just follow the rules." That was the motto there but here? "Follow the rules, think and work twice your pay."I settl
Midtown High,Fountain's Healthcare Hospital,Nicholas's POVI kept pacing, glancing at my wrist watch every second. Where the h**k were Rick and Veronica? We settled on 12 noon and it's almost 2 pm!Two hours wasted, I seethed angrily, pacing and dialling Rick's number again. "Hello, Nicholas. We're on our way. Veronica had to take care of some things at the office," he replied."No problem, where are you guys now?"We're almost here. A truck had a breakdown causing a slowdown of vehicles""Oh, alright. I will be waiting here," I replied, abruptly ending the call.Trust them to never keep up with appointments. I stretched, then taking a full glance at the hospital's parking lot, I strolled into the building.Fountain's Healthcare also belonged to Mrs Potts but was signed under her maiden name. One of her real estate lawyers managed it and we saw it once a month. The hospital wasn't that busy today, just a few visitors waiting to check in on their friends, family or somebody. There
Midtown High,The Oscar's MansionJenny's POVI yawned, getting up from the bed and glancing at my wristwatch. Wow, 6:30 pm, already. I slept longer than usual, well, probably because of the doughnuts and ice cream, Dean and I munched on while watching Stranger things. We were getting addicted to the series, I laughed, putting on a dark t-shirt and getting into my jeans. Sleeping with underwear was a bad habit for me once upon a time but now, it is part of my life. I stepped out of the room and walked down the stairs. Dean was probably asleep. While Daniel was probably kissing up to that job of his. I didn't even bother to inform him about Simon. Why would I? The guy insulted and made me feel exactly how Daniel always did..like some Jezebel and when I called Daniel at work yesterday, guess what I got? More threats!I won't stop though. Whatever I did next was solely Daniel's fault! "Good evening, Jenny. Hope you had a beautiful day?" Uncle Vincent asked, walking to the fridge, and
Midtown High,Phase 5,The Oscars MansionDaniel's POVThe house was a graveyard when I stepped in. The kitchen light was switched on though. Probably Jenny cleaning the dishes, I thought, walking in.She was there alright, not cleaning dishes though but eating slices of apple. "Good evening, Daniel. How were work activities?" she asked, avoiding my gaze."It was great, thank you. Why are you still up? It's past 11 already.""I was hungry. Didn't eat much for lunch.""Oh…Alright, I will be going to bed now. You should try to get some sleep too"" Wait, aren't you hungry? I could do some toasted bread for you.""No, I'm okay. I ate some pancakes at the office and it was a lot. Thank you though"" Alright, that's okay. Good night, " she replied, dropping the remaining slices in the trash bin."Good night too, I said, walking away.That was strange. She didn't even start all that annoying conversations aligned with her. Maybe, she was finally losing interest or planning something stupid
East Alley,New York City,The Stephens' MansionLaura's POVFridays are for gods and guesses, for the elites and high-toned citizens, and the working classes and bosses. I scribbled, taking a sip of fruit juice. I think I would just let this, for now, I thought, getting up from my study chair. Tomorrow was May's wedding, finally. She would be Mrs Grayson and a citizen of Midtown High. I couldn't stop myself from thinking about our friendship. How we started, the good days and bad days. The disappointments, successes, falls and celebrations. We had a good time and now, she is finally going home.She sent in some photos of the event hall and I was amazed. According to her, Daniel's uncle, Mr Vincent Oscar, did everything. It was high class, exquisite and smelt rich.I knew the Graysons would have invested a lot in the wedding. They had this uppity attitude to everything, just like Dad and Mom, so I wasn't surprised.I scrolled through my photo gallery admiring the hall, and then the