Just as he had hoped, Ciara enjoyed her time at fun world. When they first arrived, she said it felt childish to do stuff like that so she wanted to leave, but he was able to convince her to give it a try and she absolutely killed it at the wall climbing.
She had made reservations at a fancy restaurant for twelve PM, and when it was time for them to leave, she almost seemed reluctant.The drive to the restaurant was a long but comfortable one. She still didn't talk about what was bothering her and he chose not to press further. When she was ready, he hoped she would open up to him on her own."The lasagna here is to die for." She said as they were shown to their seats."Really? Then I'll have that.""Awesome. Two plates of lasagnas please." She ordered and the waiter bowed and walked away. "Their desserts are even better, I personally recommend the cheesecake.""Then it must be delicious.""Oh it is, trust me.""I do."When he said that Ciara froze up for a few seconds, staring intensely at him like she was trying to see into his soul.He didn't know what she was thinking, but there was just one thing on his mind. She was beautiful.It was clear to him that Ciara Fallon was the most beautiful woman in the whole world. Scratch that. She wasn't the most beautiful woman in the world, that would be a lie, because there were lots of good looking women in the world.But to him, she was perfection.She was the most beautiful woman to him, and she would continue to stay that way until his last breath."Your lasagnas," the waiter said, announcing his presence. "Enjoy."After he left, Ciara cleared her throat and rose to her feet. "uh, I'll be back. I need to use the restroom.""Okay, I'll be here." He said with a smile and her response was a slight nod before she walked away.Not more than five minutes later, she returned and they continued with their lunch. They didn't talk much but just being alone with Ciara made Dominic feel relaxed.None of her obnoxious cousins were around to insult him or say anything stupid or annoying. And her parents weren't there to criticize him every five seconds.After their lunch, surprisingly Ciara asked that they went back to fun world, she said since she was outside, she might as well enjoy her Saturday to the fullest.They stayed out till past seven PM before going back to the Fallon house."And where the hell have you two been?" Florence, his mother -in -law questioned as they drove in the wide compound."We went on a date mother, and I am quite tired so can we please just go in?""A date! Did you just say a date?" Her nostrils were flared in anger. "After what you told me this morning, you still have the guts to while away the entire day doing nonsense with this… this son of a b*tch!" Then almost like she was noticing Dominic for the first time, she turned to him, her face scrunted up in a deep scowl. "And you, why won't you just disappear from our lives?This family is going to be so much better off without a deadbeat like you tainting our name.""I'm sorry if that's how you feel mother, but your daughter is the best thing to ever happen to me and letting her go, would be the dumbest mistake I could ever make. So I hope you can warm up to me soon."Florence looked like she wanted to slap Dominic and he just smiled at her. He turned to Ciara and saw that she was staring at him again, the same expression on her face from back at the restaurant."Dear, shall we go in?" He held her hand, and her reaction was priceless. She looked down at their entangled hands, then quickly back at his face, and Dominic could almost swear that she was blushing.He led her into their apartment and she didn't resist or say anything. "You can go ahead and shower, I'll wait.""Okay."After she left, Dominic fell to his bed, the level of happiness he was feeling was even more than the day he got married.He just spent a whole day with Ciara, and it felt like she was actually enjoying his company. That was all he ever asked for, for her to be happy with him. He closed his eyes, smiling to himself and soon, he was fast asleep.★<~~~>★<~~~>★"I heard you met the CEO of the DnD real estates.""That's not exactly the right way to greet your sister first thing in the morning, or don't you think so?""What were you thinking sis? The CEO of that great company asked you out, and you said no.""I am a married woman George, and you were expecting me to just give myself to some stranger that I don't know because I want to work with him? What kind of woman do you take me for?""Did you just say you're a married woman? And who's the husband? Surely you're not referring to that useless idiot as your husband.What has gotten into you sis? You're not the same person I know anymore.You know how working with this conpany is important us, so why would you waste such a golden opportunity?""Well if it's so golden, then why don't you sleep with him?!" She stormed off, leaving her brother shaking his head in disappointment."You know, you should be ashamed of yourself." Dominic had overheard every single word they said, and he was boiling with rage. How dare Preston say such a thing? Dominic definitely couldn't forgive that mistake."Excuse me?" George sneered with disdain."Asking your sister to offer her body to a man all because of a contract. If she made such a suggestion, you as her older brother, your duty would be to convince her against it.""And when I do that, are you going to help her get the partnership we're looking for?""I just might.""Listen here you little twat, I don't like you–""The feeling is mutual brother -in -law. Now if you'll excuse me, I need to head to work." He pushed past his brother -in -law who looked like he was about to explode.He didn't have the time for petty discussion, he needed to discipline Preston.Thinking back, that was probably what caused an argument between Ciara and her mother, knowing Florence, it was no wonder she said Ciara was an idiot. If she were the one presented with such an offer, Dominic was very sure she wouldn't have refused.When he arrived at the DnD real estates, he marched straight to Preston's office. "What is the meaning –" he paused as he slowly accessed the scene that was playing out right in front of his eyes.Preston was pressed against a young woman that seemed in her early or mid twenties. She was seated on his desk, and his body was pressed to hers.When he noticed Dominic, he quickly separated himself from her, and the woman scurried off the table, adjusting her skirt and buttoning up her shirt. "Who the hell is this Preston, and why did he just barge into your office?" She complained, eyeing Dominic like he was something undesirable."Get out.""What?""Get out. Get the hell out!"Preston was still urging the woman to go out when Dominic spoke up again. "I was talking to both of you. Get out of this office, out of this entire building… and I never want to see your face again."As Dominic made his way to work, his blood was boiling, rather than taking his bicycle, he boarded a taxi— as he was nowhere near the mood for paddling. He didn't believe that Preston could do such a thing. He already knew that he wasn't a decent man, since he was sure he was involved in a dubious business, but he didn't think he was a womanizer as well. And even if he was, he never expected him to take it to work. On one hand, he was pleased at the fact that Ciara still respected him as her husband, but on the other hand, he was displeased that such behavior was coming from his company. Dominic was a forgiving person… until you crossed the line, and Preston had definitely crossed it. He could forgive other things but on issues surrounding women harassment and things like this, Dominic couldn't let it go. It wasn't even just about the fact that such a thing was done with his wife, he was angry about the fact that Preston might— no— Dominic was a hundred percent certain he would h
"Young master, it is a pleasure to hear from you so soon. Have you made your decision about moving back home?Your grandfather will be so pleased to hear this.""That's not why I called Stanley, I need to tell you something.""Very well, is there a problem?""Not really. I just wanted to let you know that I've fired your director and I need a new replacement for him.""What? You fired Preston? What was his offense?""That isn't important, the main issue now is finding a replacement for him. And Stanley, I want it to be a competent person.""If you feel that is the best option, then I am in no place to question you. I will work on it and let you know.""Okay. But please make it quick, I don't want to leave this post vacant for too long. Besides, there's something I need to do." He needed to help Ciara just like he promised. "I'll report back to you before this week's end.""I'd appreciate that." He was about to hang up when his butler spoke up."Master Dominic, I would like you to con
"Gram! Gram!!"The old woman dropped the novel she was reading and sat up to see her grandson, George, hurrying towards her with his laptop in his hands. "What is it?" She asked as she removed her glasses and set it down on the coffee table next to her chair. "The DnD real estates just posted a new update on their site." He reported, putting his laptop on the table so she could see the screen. "Really? What does it say?""It says that the DnD has gotten a new owner. A man known only as Mr Shay.""What!""Yes. Apparently they signed the deal yesterday."Gram Fallon couldn't believe it. The DnD was a new company but it was still one of the best in the whole city, with a worth of several billions of dollars, and for one man to just buy it like it was nothing, his net worth must be even higher. "Is there a picture of this man on the site?" She questioned eagerly. "Not at all. He wishes for his identity to remain hidden, but gram there's more. The new assistant director of the DnD is Al
★★The first project under a new ownership. The new executive director of the DnD real estates, Mr Shay, has decided to launch the project of a new five star hotel plus restaurant set to begin on the second of next month. However, this project is a unique one because it is open to any business owner interested and he will be choosing not one, but two lucky bidders to work with him on this project. The bidding will commence on the nineteenth of this month and the people selected will be announced on the twenty seventh of this month. Note that the budgeted amount Mr Shay will be investing on this project is three billion dollars, so prepare your proposals well, and get ready to start bidding.★★When Dominic saw the update on their website, he was very impressed. The way Aliya constructed each sentence, and the way she portrayed their mission was really captivating. It was no wonder she was that rich and famous, she was perfect at what she did.He knew that once his wife's family sa
"Are you crazy Ciara?! Why on earth would you allow this maggot to push you into doing something so stupid?!!"Dominic suspected that his mother in -law would have some complains about her daughter deciding to bid for th contract, and when she followed them into their apartment after dinner, his suspicions were confirmed."Don't you know that the reason no one volunteered is because they were worried? Even my mother feared that she was not good enough to approach such a powerful company and yet you stupidly said you would do it. Why? Because this idiot told you he had faith in you?What the hell does faith have to do with this? How is that stupid faith supposed to help you get the contract? Huh? tell me!""Please mother, try to calm down. I can understand your fears, I won't lie to you, even I'm worried. But I just want to try my best, at least getting this contract will be to our advantage, so I don't think I've done anything wrong in trying to help out.""And when you fail? What do
"Well? Have you come up with a way to ensure you get the contract?" Ciara's mother asked as she entered their apartment. "What do you want mother? I'm kind of busy right now.""Busy doing what? Do you think this nonsense is going to help you succeed?""Mother please,""And what about Mr faith, how come I don't see him anywhere?""Dominic went out on an errand, but he'll be back soon. if you don't have the intention of helping, then please come back some other time.""I don't understand why you're so stubborn. First, you won't admit that the decision you took was a stupid one, and now you're actually trying to achieve your impossible dream.""Why don't you even have the slightest faith in me? Is that really how incompetent you think I am?""Oh for the last time Ciara, faith has nothing to do with business! Everyone knows that the DnD is a terrifying company, I mean just imagine the way he banned Tomas like he was nothing. Then there was that staff who was fired too, not only did he l
David wasn't sure he heard her right. No one had ever spoken to him in such manner, if it wasn't for the feelings he had for her, he would have punished Ciara for being so rude to him. "Di- did you just ask me to leave?" He asked, a look of disbelief on his face."She's just joking David, what will she do without you? She's hopeless." Florence tried to cover up her daughter's words, but Ciara didn't give her the chance to. "Mother, I am not a kid anymore and I think I can speak for myself." She shunned her mother, then turned her attention back to David who was starting to frown at her. "Like I said before, I appreciate the kind gesture but I don't need it. Dominic and I are very capable of handling this ourselves. So if that's all, you can take your leave.""How? How are you going to handle it? By writing up a proposal and marching straight to the director's office and demand that he give you a contract? Ciara, business doesn't work that way. Mother, didn't you tell her?""Of cour
"How do I look?""For the hundredth time Ciara, you look perfect." Ciara woke up feeling extremely nervous and jittery. She wanted everything to go perfectly well and to achieve that, she said she needed to look the part. So, she had tried on a dozen of different outfits and no matter what Dominic said, she would just change into another outfit. "You really think so?" She asked, assessing herself in the human sized mirror on her wardrobe door. "Yes, I do.""Okay, or maybe I should just try that grey suit again–""Ciara, you're fine. You look good, and you smell nice too. You're going to be okay, just breathe.""Okay, just breathe, I can do that." Suddenly breathing felt so hard to do. What if her family was right and after all her preparing, she couldn't even get an audience with the director?What was she going to do then?She would never be able to face her family if she were to fail.Almost like he had been reading her mind, Dominic held her shoulders and smiled at her. "Stop wo