General POV
Ava's Apartment
"She is badly injured? She was attacked? Oh I see,, Raymond is angry? Ok thank you,wait for more instructions..,..... What is wrong with you?..... I will send you the money tomorrow" Ava said and hung up. She turned to the people sitting patiently on the sofa, she sat down elegantly opposite them. "Hmmmmm.... Any explanations?" Ava growled, "It was all Jake's fault, when he heard Anna is pregnant and also has a daughter,he got out of control and attacked her" Jessie explained, "No Ava I only want to punish her,she cheated on me while we were together.... I did not mean to trouble you" Jake said, "She... Anna is pregnant?" Ava asked, She is finding it hard to believe. "Yes her daughter and friend were telling to me careful or else Raymond will kill them if anything happened to her"Jessie said trying to avoid Ava's gaze.
"No it's not true,right? She can't get pregnant" Ava said in disbelief, "Ava there is nothing we can do, after all they sleep together in the same room and on the same bed" Jessie said, Jessie slapped Jake's hand away from her laps and glared at him. "No she will not deliver the baby" Ava said firmly. Ava stormed out of her apartment holding her bag and car key, "Let's continue what you started" Jake said,"Are you sure you are okay? You caused trouble and you want sex? Go to hell" Jessie growled and left the room banging her room's door. "I think I will have to help myself then,it's a torture living with these girls" Jake said as he moved to his room.
"Yes please I need to see you, meet me at Get It Down" Ava said on phone, as she drive towards a pharmacy, she walked in towards the counter. She lowered her voice and whispered to the attendant, "I need some abortion pills, I will give you one thousand dollars", being a greedy person the attendant jumped at the offer. "Thank you" Ava collected the drug and paid, She entered her car and started driving towards Get It Down, a popular food restaurant,it is not an high end restaurant but it is classy.
"I made a reservation under the name Ava" she said to the waitress, "Follow me ma'am" the waitress replied. She followed the waitress as the waitress led her to one of the private rooms, "Someone will join me soon" Ava said as she settles down, "Yes ma'am" the waitress said turning to leave, "And yes I need red wine" Ava said, the waitress bowed and left the room. The waitress came back with a red wine in a tray and later Barbara joined her.
"I will make the transfer now, make sure you put this in Anna's food. It will make her strong,I'm concerned about her" Ava said, She gave Barbara a small plastic white bag, she, "That is so nice of you ma'am,I will make sure she takes them" Barbara said. "Good now I will make the transfer" Ava said as she got busy with her phone, "Done,you can go back now I will give you a call tomorrow" Ava said, "Thank you very much ma'am. Good night ma'am" Barbara bowed and rushed out of the restaurant.
"Good riddance to bad rubbish" Ava said and continue with her wine, tommorow is The anniversary party, her plans to make Raymond her own is in progress. After drinking more than half of the bottle, Ava staggered towards her car drunk, "Not a good option,I will take a cab" Ava said and locked her car, she staggered towards the road and hailed a cab. "Tommorow everything will be mine" Ava said as she slumped into her bed.
Jake looked at the invitation card in his hand, "Daniel Walters what a nice name" Jake said, earlier today she met with a man who employed him to deal with Anna for him, "Anna it seems you have so many enemies" Jake muttered, he didn't get to ask Ava or Jessie who the man was, or if it is part of their plans,he still need to go on his own accord. The man wants only Ava, Jake got up and walked towards the drawer,"Raymond Quin what about you destroy your baby yourself" Jake said with a sinister smile,his face looks really scary,he placed the tablet back inside the drawer. The aphrodisiac Jake brought out of the drawer,is the latest aphrodisiac and it is very expensive,it was introduced to Jake by his Drug dealer, he use it for Ava and Jessie and it is more effective more than those he has been using in the past. He put the put the invitation card inside the drawer along side the drug. He walked into the bathroom and had his bath to calm himself.
Raymond's POV
The sun ray peeping through the curtains and my phone woke me up, I picked my phone up to answer the call. "Sir I just want to know if you need anything else,the venue is ready according to your taste" the welfare manager said, "No just make sure the security is tight" I said and hang up, I turned to touch Anna's face but she is not on bed, I frowned where did she go. I opened the bathroom door but she is not there,I walked into the closet but she is not there either, I took the elevator to the first floor, "Have you seen Anna?" I asked Derrick,"Yes she is in kitchen,I insist she should not enter but...." I did not allow him to finish before I rush into the kitchen, Anna stood calmly while preparing the breakfast, she looked reserved in her pyjamas,she keep tucking her hair behind her ears as she chop the vegetables, I walked closer and hugged her from behind, she was startled, "Who is that?... Hmmmm Raymond Good morning"Anna said, "Good morning Anna I love you" I said and bite her ear, "I have something to show you let me finish the breakfast now okay?" Anna said as she turned,she blushed and continue preparing the breakfast.
After eating we did the dish together,"Raymond lets go I have something to show you" Anna said pulling me towards the elevator,we got to her office, she switched on the light and pulled me towards the maniquin in the middle of the room,"I made this for you,my special design. I made it only for you" Anna said smiling. It is a custom made suit, one side is black and other side is glittery gold,the pocket on the chest has a rose settled in it. I looked at the suit seriously, I can see her smile when she was making it,the suit was made with love,I hugged her "Thank you Anna" I said and kissed her forehead passionately,"I will love to make this for you all my life" Anna replied and kissed me, "Are you sure you are fine now? I can postpone the party" I said,"No you have postponed it enough okay? I'm fine don't worry" Anna replied. "You are fine, let's bath together then" I teased her and carry her in a bridal style. "No ouch my leg hurts...no it's my neck" she lied trying to make excuses, I pecked her, "don't worry I don't bite or kill innocent people" I said teasingly.
I bath her first even though she refused but I don't want her to slip or fall in the bathroom, I dried her hair before I had my bath, I went back to her workshop to pick up my suit, I changed into the suit and it fits perfectly well, Anna picked a suade Louis Vuitton black shoe for me,she styled my hair and put on a tie for me, she is still dressed in a bathrobe, I have to go see how things are going with the party preparations. I called Marie to come help Anna get dressed. "See you at the party, Derrick will drive you there" I said and kissed her bye, "Take care of yourself Raymond. I love you" Anna said, "Go go we gave a princess to dress for" Chloe shouted using her tiny hands to push me out. I laughed and enter the car, "Drive me to the office" I said to the driver.
On arriving the office I called all the staff to a meeting to make sure everything is perfect,I did not see Ava maybe she is busy with make up,I continue with work and prepared speech and documents for handing over Quin Fashion House to Anna. Mike also came by and we prepared for the party together.
Anna's POV
I woke up on the bed, Raymond must be angry,I will tell him about Jake later I don't want to ruin his party. I got up and washed my face,the time is 4:56AM, I have to finish up his suit, I rushed into my workshop and continue working on his suit. It is a special design I made for him, it is two colored suit. I finished sewing the buttons, I ironed the suit and sew a matching tie for him. I checked my display room for extra shoe I could find a perfect shoe for him, I went back to our room he is still sleeping,I entered the closet and search his shoe racks. After searching I found a suade Louis Vuitton black shoe for him. I went back to my display room and wore the suit on a maniquin, it is perfect.
Raymond will look more dashing in this suit, I wanted to sleep but the thought of cooking breakfast crossed my mind. I jumped out of the bed and dashed into the kitchen,it is 7 AM now Raymond will wake up anytime. I brought out tomatoes,chills,eggs, bacon,bread,butter and milk from the freezer. I want to prepare toast for us,one of the maids came in, "Ma'am please don't cook,master will kill me" the maid said,"He won't what is your name?" I asked, "Barbara ma'am. Will you love tea? So that you can have strength ma'am" Barbara asked. "Well... I feel weak just get me a chilled juice, thank you" I replied I don't want to turn her down. Barbara left the cooking area of the kitchen and came back with a glass of juice in a tray. I drained the whole glass, I feel refreshed and continue cooking.
I felt someone hug me from behind, it is Raymond,I feel blessed for having him in my life, we ended up cooking breakfast together. I showed him the suit I made for him and he looked happy and I'm glad he likes it that is the least I can do. He left after he called Marie and Chloe to come check on me,we bade each other bye and I joined Marie and Chloe in the room.
"Which of the outfit should I wear?" I asked Marie, "Hmmmmmm..... As the hostess of the party,let's check out the gold long gown" Marie said as she dragged me into the closet, "Uncle Ray has gold in his suit,she should wear gold too" Chloe said, "I agree with Chloe" Marie said, "So this is what uncle Ray's room looks like" Chloe said with one finger on her cheek, I'm surprised, "Chloe are you serious? For real you guys don't come here?" I asked to be sure, "Yes you know how Raymond is before you came into his life, his life was dark and you are the light that brighten his world" Marie said, I agreed with her. I put on the long glittery gold gown first,it is an open shoulder gown,the slit reached my thighs, looking at my reflection in the mirror, "This is perfect Anna, don't you think so? Look at the slit,and your shoulder" Marie said as she hold my shoulder, "Huhhhhmmm don't you think it's too sultry?" I asked, "No it's perfect but let's check the other two gowns" Marie said, I changed into another gown but this one is made with sequins, the front is covered but the back is V-shape and very low only little bit of my back is covered, it is A-shaped with no slit and very long, I love it.
"I want this one" I said after checking myself out in the mirror, "I love it too" Marie said, "5 star for aunt Anna" Chloe said raising an high five, "Anna sit down let me make your hair for you and give you light make up" Marie said as she set me in front of the dressing mirror, Marie let my hair down, she braided some to the back, she left few strands by each side of my face. "Now check out your self, you are a complete hot chick" Marie said winking at me, this woman is a complete pervert. "Mom this gold heel should match right?" Chloe said as she placed the heels in front of me, I slipped my feet into the heels. "Wow I look amazing right?" I said as I admire myself, "Wow you are becoming a narcissist already under Raymond's influence it is inevitable" Marie said and we all laughed.
"Wow we spent hours just on Aunt Anna, this is 4PM,the party is starting 5 PM " Chloe said, "Let's rest a little bit,it's just red carpet for business people" Marie explained. "Yes what emergency? Accident? Ok I will be there soon move the patient to the surgery room" Marie said as she picked her bag and car key, "What happened mom? Do you need help?" Chloe asked, "Anna I'm sorry I won't be able to accompany you, take care of Chloe for me. Bye" Marie said as she kissed Chloe and rushed out, "Well result of having medical doctors as your parents" Chloe said sadly, "No Chloe don't feel bad. I will be your mom tonight okay?" I said trying to assure her, "okay? Let me get fruits for us" Chloe said as she pressed the bell. One of the maids came almost immediately, "Aunt Linda can you get us fruits" Chloe said looking at the maid with her puppy eyes, "Why won't I get you fruits? Such a sweet child, ma'am do you want any particular fruit?" The maid asked, "Not at all, just bring varieties" I said. She left and came back after few minutes with a bowl of fruits,tray and fruit knife. "Thank you" I said as she placed them on the table, Chloe switched on the television, she switched to news channel, "See uncle Ray" Chloe screamed with joy, Raymond was being interviewed on the news,he looks dashing.
By the time we finished it's five PM already, I pressed the bell and the maid cleared the table. I picked my purse and phone, I held Chloe's tiny hands. Chloe looks beautiful in her white ball gown with large bow hanging on her back, I made the gown for her, we entered the car and Derrick drove us. We got down and walked towards the entrance, different cars dropped different people, they are all dressed in glamorous clothes, no doubt this party is for the rich and businessmen and women, they all walk elegantly with their dates. We also joined the queue, it got to my turn and we moved towards the guard checking name. "Ma'am please show me your invitation card" the huge man asked, "Do we need an invitation card?" I asked, "Oh it's with mom, she did not remember to give it to us" Chloe said, right now I'm really embarrassed, "Well I'm sorry I don't have it but Raymond knows I'm coming" I said calmly to avoid embarrassment.
The guard looked at me with disgust, "No you can not enter please step out of the line,I have people to attend to" He said and pushed me out of the line. I almost lost my balance if not for the man that held my hand, "Thank you " I said trying to avoid him. "I can't believe she is trying to fool around with the way she dressed" I heard one of the women say, "She delayed all of us now" another complained. Ava walked forward in her black short gown. She glared at me and ignored me, "Don't allow anyone without an invitation card enter,that means they are not invited or welcomed here. Push them out of the premises" Ava said as she walked inside.
"Wait you can't push her like this, this is the CEO's girlfriend" Chloe said, "Then what are we? His brother? Get out" they said and laughed at us. "STOP" a familiar voice said, one can feel power in his voice, why is Raymond angry? I turned back he looked cute with is angry face, he matched towards the guards,I can feel their hands shaking and getting wet. "Get your filthy hands off her" Raymond said again, they removed their hands immediately. "Babe I'm really sorry. Are you hurt?" Raymond asked as his voice is no longer harsh, "No not at all" I said and hugged him, I couldn't stop myself from crying. "I told them she is your girlfriend and they laughed at us, punish them" Chloe said and the guards looked down. "Don't worry Derrick will take care of them","Okay then let's go inside" I said.
"Alright are you sure you are not hurt? I can stop the party for you" Raymond said seriously, "Don't me silly" I said and laughed, he held my hand and I held Chloe's hand. We went back to the entrance,now journalists and reporters are taking pictures of the celebrities and business personalities. The paved way for us to pass,they don't even mind staying on the line together, the ladies were looking at me with disgust but they don't dare complain,"She really knows the CEO?" "We have offended the CEO" "But she does not have a girlfriend" "when did this happen?" "They are really a couple they are wearing matching clothes" "Is that little girl their daughter?"
Many whispered and murmured, the reporters and journalists continue taking pictures from different angles, we entered the hall, different people in groups are chatting, they are either in white or black, "Why us there only white and black in the room?" I asked, "That is the dress code" Raymond replied, "You should have informed me, I look akward now " I said, "That is because you are the hostess,you can wear the same with the guests" Raymond said. The room became silent as soon as the noticed Raymond. One man moved towards us, "Mr. CEO is this your family? You came with them today" the man said lightly as if he is choosing the right words. "Yes they are my family, will you get out of the way" Raymond said coldly, "Raymond that is too rude" I whispered into his ear, "We are sorry sir, he is just upset about something" I said, "It's fine Mrs. CEO" the man said and hurried away.
We held hands till we got to our seat, Ava was looking at us from afar, she look very angry. Chloe stucked her tongue at her, "Please wait for me here I want to talk to some people" Raymond said, he kissed my forehead and left. "Mommy should I get you cake?" Chloe asked, she didn't wait for my reply and dash towards the table that was filled with foods. "Are you happy now that you snatched someone's man?" Ava said as she sat infront of me, "I don't understand what you are talking about?" I replied. I don't want to deal with her, I just want to have my own peace and enjoy the party. "Raymond I'm talking about Raymond" She replied. "I don't understand, you guys are never together,you are the one crushing on him" I replied her. "If you had not come into hi life, I would have win him over" She said shamelessly. "Wow five years was not enough to win a man over, it means he is not interested in you" I fired back at her. "Wow you are now proud. You just his mistress,enjoy while you can. Getting into men bed is not really a good thing" Ava said and stood up, "I'm only here to warn you leave Raymond for me " Ava said confidently,"alright you win" I said and Ava smiled, "What if I say no? Ava get out of your dreams,I'm not leaving Raymond for a golddigger" I said and her face turned sour.
"Are you fooling around with me?" Ava said angrily, "Well you can choose" I replied. "Don't say I did not warn you" Ava said and walked away. After she left Chloe came with different waiters holding different trays, "You can choose anything you want" Chloe said happily, I picked few dishes and appetizers, the party started later. It is Raymond's turn to deliver the CEO's speech. He walked to the stage elegantly with his serious face,.
"Good evening everyone, welcome to Quin's Corporation 10th Anniversary, My name is Quin Raymond the CEO of Quin Corporation, that you for coming tonight. Now you must have heard about Quin Fashion, it is true we are selling the Fashion House to a Fashion Enterpreneur." Raymond paused, "Who is the new owner?" The crowd shouted. "You see my suit? It was made by her, the new CEO of Quin Fashion is Miss Allison Anna, she is the owner of Dress It Up with Eliz, the popular Instagram fashion mall and also my fiancee. Please welcome Miss. Allison Anna to the stage" Raymond said as the crown applaud and cheered, is Raymond joking? I looked around and the people are looking for who Miss. Allison is. Raymond walked towards me "You are not dreaming baby, this is my gift for you" Raymond said softly. I followed him to the stage.
The documents were handed over to me and I'm surprised to see my signature on it, "I use to buy from Dress It Up with Eliz" "She use to design and sew the clothes herself" "I can't believe she is the CEO's woman"
I smiled at them, "I can remember the first day I set my eyes on you, you are so pure and beautiful. Your charisma and smile like a lily, Anna I might not know how to love you well or how to protect you, I might not know how to support you. I want you see my sincerity, of the women I met, you are the purest, I met many women and most of them only want me because of my wealth and good looks. You are the only one I love and I want to grow up with you. I want to show the whole world that you are mine. Before I met you, my life was like a bottomless pit, cold and dark. But you came into my world and turn my world around, you lightened up my world. Anna you are the cause of my euphoria, you are the reason I found happiness. Anna I found my happiness and you are my happiness. Anna do you want to grow old with me? Are you willing to be with me forever? Will you marry me Anna?" Raymond said with both his kneel on the floor, he opened a small red box and a tiny ring sparkled out in excitement.
Raymond is not a good talker, infact sometimes I use to think he has limit to the numbers of words he can speak in a day, is this real? Raymond really proposed to me, he is kneeling and confessing his love to me. I felt his love through is words, "Yes.... Yes I want to be with you Raymond, I want to grow old with you" I said as tears streamed down my face, he held my finger and slipped the ring into my finger. He rose up and kissed me passionately, right now I don't care about the people standing and watching, Raymond is the only I'm seeing, as his hands held my bare back,shivers run down my spine, I also hold is neck, I drown myself in his kiss. I can feel his emotions in the kiss, mom,dad I found the man you were talking about. You little treasure is engaged.
We didn't notice the time we spent kissing, my lips feel numb and I can taste blood, I don't know whose blood, we disengage when the people clapped and cheered happily. Raymond led me down the stage, we sat down and I looked at the ring on my finger. The heart shaped diamond that was cut and placed on the silver ring look beautiful. "Thank you Raymond, I love it" I said smiling. "I'm glad you like it, I'm happy you accept to grow old with me" Raymond replied. Today is my happiest day, soon it's time to dance. We were invited to dance first as the host and hostess of the party and the newest couple, I'm not bad at dancing mom and dad taught me salsa and waltz, we swayed to the rhythm, I couldn't see Raymond's face as the light was dimmed. Soon the music changed and different couples joined the dance. We went back to our seat when the music stopped, "Congratulations Anna I can't believe Raymond said those words,my little brother is really capable of loving someone" Mike said as he pat Raymond's back, "Thank you Mike" I replied shyly.
Chloe is playing with kids of her age and she looked happy, different girls came to congratulate me, some are faking while some are sincere, Raymond stood up and later I decided to take fresh air. I found a garden at the end of the hall way. I sat on the bench and enjoyed the night breeze. "You are lucky" I heard a masculine voice said.
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