"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
After the signing had been completed, Ciara rushed out to tell Dominic about it, though something told her he would have already known. She still couldn't wrap her head around it. The sudden confidence Dominic gained, the way he always seemed so... sure. She recalled that no matter how worried or anxious she felt, it never affected him. Instead, he would just hold her shoulders and tell her it was okay and that she would get the contract. Who was he?"Hey." He said simply as she joined him at the reception."Hey, I got the contract!""Wow, congrats. See, I told you you would." He smiled at her but the smile wasn't nearly as energetic as Ciara expected it to be. Almost like he was faking it. "So, what did the director tell you?"Or maybe she was just overthinking it, she told herself. "Actually I couldn't meet the director, I met with his assistant. Aliya Brynn!""That must have been really exciting, I know how much you like her. ""You have no idea Dominic, I felt like a teenage gir
Dominic stood behind his wife, watching with annoyance as the other members of the Fallon family took turns in insulting her. He understood the reason behind their skepticism, she was able to get the contract way easily than they all expected it to be, but how could they act so cruel towards her? It was very normal for ones cousin's to dislike a person, so he understood Maria's outrageous behavior. But what about George?He was her only brother, and yet he was the one criticizing her the most, and he was also the one inciting their grandmother. It was very easy for the old woman of the family to believe him because he was her favorite. Gram Fallon had never really liked Ciara, and the reason was simple. She wasn't obedient. On normal terms, Ciara was one of the most kind hearted, loyal woman you could ever meet, and she was very obedient… until you started asking her to do things she wasn't comfortable with. Unlike George who would do absolutely anything he was told, even if it
"Get out of here this instant!"Dominic only smiled at the old woman's comment. "Am I not right? You were all here the day we made the bet, but none of you had any objections, that was because you thought– no– you were all expecting Ciara to fail. The idea of me going down on my knees and calling George my master sounded so wonderful to you guys, and you were all eager to actually see it happen. So eager that you forgot about the possibility that Ciara could actually turn up victorious. So now that she has, the bet is suddenly a bad thing." He paused for a while before adding. "It's completely fine by me though. Actually I think I prefer this; George Fallon, the grandson of lady Rosa Fallon is too much of a coward to carry out his end of a bet. He has no problem with giving up– a perfect example being you giving up on getting the contract wi0@thout even trying– and is not afraid to chicken out if the situation gets uncomfortable for him… even if it makes him a castrated coward."G
With a little more urging from her husband, Ciara decided to be brave and place a call through. "Hello?" Aliya answered from the other end of the line. "Um hello? Miss Brynn, it's me… Ciara Fallon.""Yes Miss Ciara, I'm aware. Did you have any more questions about the contract?""Oh no, not at all. The thing is… my family is hosting a banquet tomorrow evening, to celebrate our new partnership, and I was hoping you could show up?I absolutely understand if you're busy and can't make it. It's totally fine, I probably shouldn't have asked in the first place but–""Miss Ciara, I would love to attend.""Wait, really?""Sure. It would be my pleasure to attend your family party.""That would be wonderful! Thanks a lot. Oh and one more thing, do you think the director would be able to attend as well?""Now that, I can't say. He might be busy but, let me check in with him, I'll call you right back.""Okay."Back at the round table, gram Fallon was talking about inviting the media so everyt
"You wanted to see me mother?""Yes Ciara, what is the meaning of what you did back at the conference room?""I don't know what you're talking about mother.""How could you humiliate your brother like that in front of everyone? And in the presence of that idiot as well!""Mother, Dominic is not an idiot, don't say that. And to answer your question, they made a bet. I mean, you were all there that day, so you clearly saw it all happen. Besides, why are you making such a big deal out of it? It was only a harmless joke.""A harmless joke you say? Your brother –older brother by the way – went down on both his knees and apologized to that- that imbecile! And you call it a joke. Are you being serious right now?""Mother calm down, if you want me to, I'll go and apologize to George.""Forget it! I just don't want such nonsense to repeat itself ever again!"Ciara was trying to keep herself from asking but her anger wasn't going anywhere so she decided to just ask anyway. "Mother, when George
"So, what made you decide to take me out for lunch?" Dominic asked, then quickly added. "Now I'm not complaining or anything, it's just that my curiousity is kinda hard to tame.""I get what you mean." It was very rare because the young couple rarely spent time together. "Well, with our success with the contract today, and my promotion… I thought we'd celebrate." She replied with a smile. He liked the way she said 'our success' and not just hers. "We should, and we will. But not like this." A simple date was far from what Dominic had in mind. She was confused by her husband's statement so she asked. "What do you mean? ""Your promotion is way too much of a big deal to get celebrated in such a simple way. We have to go bigger.""Bigger?""Yes. You deserve it more than anyone else in the entire Fallon family, and now it's finally yours. That calls for an elaborate celebration.""I guess you're right. Okay then, let's go someplace else. We can find a more fancy restaurant. Ooh! Or mayb
After his lunch date with his wife, Dominic didn't go back to work. He was only going to have one chance to prepare the best surprise for their anniversary, and he wanted to do it right. Back when he was still lacking in the monetary aspect, there was very little he could do. But now things were different, he had all the riches he could ever need or want, and he was prepared to spend it all to please his wife. First thing he needed was a gift, something that would wow her. A gift so impressive that it would blow her mind. He knew how much Ciara liked to accessorize so he decided that jewelry would be perfect for her. He headed to Ace diamonds, the best jewelry store in all of Roseville. Contrary to the name, they had more than just diamonds. There were gold, silver, ruby, jade, emerald and basically any other gems you could think of. He walked in the extravagantly decorated store, hoping to find the perfect gift for his perfect woman. He checked out a bunch of necklace and other
Tomas was patiently awaiting the arrival of his girlfriend, since they had made an agreement to meet up at night. Not more than thirty minutes later, she walked into the hotel room. "I have been calling you, why did you refuse to answer?" He questioned as she walked inside."I'm so sorry babe, I forgot to charge my phone and I didn't even remember to take my power bank when I left home. You know I would never intentionally ignores your calls. "Okay. Well, I'm sure you know the reason why I asked us to meet up?" "Of course." The couple had decided that they would come up with a plan together that would help Tomas get back in good terms with the DnD, and even though she had the whole day to think, Maria was not able to come up with any idea. "Great. I really can't thank you enough for agreeing to help me om this." He smiled and took her hands in his. "It warms my heart to see that you still care deeply for me even after what happened.""You don't have to thank me, you are my future
Tomas was patiently awaiting the arrival of his girlfriend, since they had made an agreement to meet up at night. Not more than thirty minutes later, she walked into the hotel room. "I have been calling you, why did you refuse to answer?" He questioned as she walked inside."I'm so sorry babe, I forgot to charge my phone and I didn't even remember to take my power bank when I left home. You know I would never intentionally ignores your calls. "Okay. Well, I'm sure you know the reason why I asked us to meet up?" "Of course." The couple had decided that they would come up with a plan together that would help Tomas get back in good terms with the DnD, and even though she had the whole day to think, Maria was not able to come up with any idea. "Great. I really can't thank you enough for agreeing to help me om this." He smiled and took her hands in his. "It warms my heart to see that you still care deeply for me even after what happened.""You don't have to thank me, you are my future
Tomas was patiently awaiting the arrival of his girlfriend, since they had made an agreement to meet up at night. Not more than thirty minutes later, she walked into the hotel room. "I have been calling you, why did you refuse to answer?" He questioned as she walked inside."I'm so sorry babe, I forgot to charge my phone and I didn't even remember to take my power bank when I left home. You know I would never intentionally ignores your calls. "Okay. Well, I'm sure you know the reason why I asked us to meet up?" "Of course." The couple had decided that they would come up with a plan together that would help Tomas get back in good terms with the DnD, and even though she had the whole day to think, Maria was not able to come up with any idea. "Great. I really can't thank you enough for agreeing to help me om this." He smiled and took her hands in his. "It warms my heart to see that you still care deeply for me even after what happened.""You don't have to thank me, you are my future
Tomas was patiently awaiting the arrival of his girlfriend, since they had made an agreement to meet up at night. Not more than thirty minutes later, she walked into the hotel room. "I have been calling you, why did you refuse to answer?" He questioned as she walked inside."I'm so sorry babe, I forgot to charge my phone and I didn't even remember to take my power bank when I left home. You know I would never intentionally ignores your calls. "Okay. Well, I'm sure you know the reason why I asked us to meet up?" "Of course." The couple had decided that they would come up with a plan together that would help Tomas get back in good terms with the DnD, and even though she had the whole day to think, Maria was not able to come up with any idea. "Great. I really can't thank you enough for agreeing to help me om this." He smiled and took her hands in his. "It warms my heart to see that you still care deeply for me even after what happened.""You don't have to thank me, you are my future
Since they saw the news posted about Dominic and the Mafia boss about two hours ago, they– mostly Ciara— had been anxious to hear an update. She was pacing around her office, mumbling to herself except for the occasional outbursts. "Ugh! Why won't he call me?" And throwing out some curse words as well. "So, new update, your husband is gay." Maria said, resting on the wall by the entrance. "Touching story for the kids.""What do you want, Maria? I'm not in the mood for your drama right now." She said without paying her much attention. "Of course I understand. No one would hear such news about a man she's married to and be calm. You know gram has seen it as well. So your little husband is the least of your worries.""What did she say about it?""I believe you're not crippled, so what's stopping you from going to her office to ask her by yourself?""Well if you're not going to help, then just get out of my office.""Rude, someone's letting her new position get in her head. What gives
"So? Even with the job, do you think you can somehow magically make a new life for yourself in three days?? I would really love to see you try.""Really? Challenge accepted gram. And once my wife and I manage to create a new, and more comfortable life for ourselves in three days, you will finally give her that company car that you have been planning on giving to George instead."When Dominic said that, she looked a bit shocked because she thought her plans were secret. Right from the onset, gram Fallon had wanted to give the director position to George, and it was no secret to the family. If it wasn't for his intervention, his wife would have been cheated just like that. Now what the Fallon family didn't know was that along with the huge office and the significant increase in the monthly pay, the director position also came with a brand new luxury car. Even Dominic was unaware of that fact until he heard George discussing it with gram Fallon. Since then, he had been thinking of a
Tomas was patiently awaiting the arrival of his girlfriend, since they had made an agreement to meet up at night. Not more than thirty minutes later, she walked into the hotel room. "I have been calling you, why did you refuse to answer?" He questioned as she walked inside."I'm so sorry babe, I forgot to charge my phone and I didn't even remember to take my power bank when I left home. You know I would never intentionally ignores your calls. "Okay. Well, I'm sure you know the reason why I asked us to meet up?" "Of course." The couple had decided that they would come up with a plan together that would help Tomas get back in good terms with the DnD, and even though she had the whole day to think, Maria was not able to come up with any idea. "Great. I really can't thank you enough for agreeing to help me om this." He smiled and took her hands in his. "It warms my heart to see that you still care deeply for me even after what happened.""You don't have to thank me, you are my future
"So? Even with the job, do you think you can somehow magically make a new life for yourself in three days?? I would really love to see you try.""Really? Challenge accepted gram. And once my wife and I manage to create a new, and more comfortable life for ourselves in three days, you will finally give her that company car that you have been planning on giving to George instead."When Dominic said that, she looked a bit shocked because she thought her plans were secret. Right from the onset, gram Fallon had wanted to give the director position to George, and it was no secret to the family. If it wasn't for his intervention, his wife would have been cheated just like that. Now what the Fallon family didn't know was that along with the huge office and the significant increase in the monthly pay, the director position also came with a brand new luxury car. Even Dominic was unaware of that fact until he heard George discussing it with gram Fallon. Since then, he had been thinking of a
"So? Even with the job, do you think you can somehow magically make a new life for yourself in three days?? I would really love to see you try.""Really? Challenge accepted gram. And once my wife and I manage to create a new, and more comfortable life for ourselves in three days, you will finally give her that company car that you have been planning on giving to George instead."When Dominic said that, she looked a bit shocked because she thought her plans were secret. Right from the onset, gram Fallon had wanted to give the director position to George, and it was no secret to the family. If it wasn't for his intervention, his wife would have been cheated just like that. Now what the Fallon family didn't know was that along with the huge office and the significant increase in the monthly pay, the director position also came with a brand new luxury car. Even Dominic was unaware of that fact until he heard George discussing it with gram Fallon. Since then, he had been thinking of a