Rayner’s PovI could hear a lot of beeping sounds around me. I was conscious but hadn’t opened my eyes to see where I was.“Where am I?” I asked myself without saying a word.I couldn’t hear anyone speaking beside the beeping sound coming from only heaven knew. I gradually tried to open my eyes and bit by bit I began to see where I was. When my eyes were fully opened, it dawned on me that I was at the hospital.How could I forget, I was being strangled to death by my ex-boyfriend before someone came to my rescue, was it Nath? I really couldn’t tell because my vision was blurred by the time the person entered.I tried to look around to see if there was anyone in the room so I could tell the person I was awake but my body was still. I couldn’t move my body or rather, I couldn’t feel my body anymore.“Help!!!” I managed to scream with my croaked voice.“Hey Rayner, how are you feeling?” I saw Nath from the corner of my eyes lift his head.“Nath, I can’t feel my body anymore.” I cried out
Rayner’s PovNath never returned after he left with Aunt Eli, what was I expecting anyway, that he would care for me? Hahaha, Rayner, get out of that illusion. He is only a contract marriage partner, and we are done as soon as the contract time is over.Betty stayed with me and when Jeff called her, he requested to speak with me too. I was glad Betty had finally found someone who would care for her and everyone around her, I am the only one left to get myself a good partner.I won’t think much about it because as soon as I get out of this contract, I will attend as many dates as I can. I must end up with a good man. Mac Jayson left the previous day as soon as we were done eating or rather before we were done.He got a call and he had to attend but I was glad he came around, that’s more important. And for the food, I am not going to tell a lie while I am still at the hospital, I enjoyed every bit of it and the time we spent together.“Hey Rayner, what are you thinking about?” Betty who
Rayner’s PovI woke up feeling refreshed, the bed in my room at Nath’s place was way softer than the one I had slept on in the hospital. It was the wedding day and I wasn’t excited because it was the wedding day but I was excited because I would finally be getting the contract from Nath.At long last, in a few days, I will become the president of the business management department, a position that is a step away from that of Director Kim. Yes, it’s the beginning of joy for me and I won’t joke with it.I will finally be able to make a big step in my dream after the wedding today. Betty was still sleeping so I gently shook her to wake her up.“Betty, it’s morning and the day of the wedding,” I whispered into her ears.Last night, I had thought I would see Nath before going to sleep but he didn’t return even till midnight. Maybe he is spending some time with his girls because there is no way he would be working that late.“Just go back to sleep, no one has come to wake us up,” Betty said
Rayner’s PovAunt Eli walked to the car I was in as I was told to wait till I was being told to come out. “Rayner, I have a surprise for you after the wedding. I need to go welcome my guest now.” She waved me bye and then entered into the crowd.I watched from the car as Nath exchanged pleasantries. It was funny how the people around me thought he was a good person because he spoke freely with them. Jeff came out to check on his girl, and I will be real with you, I love the fact that Betty has finally gotten herself a man and not some douche bag but then there was a tiny bit of jealousy inside of me.I wished I had also gotten myself a man who even if all these arrangements are playing out, would trust me not to do anything with Nath, and as soon as the contract is over, we will go back to being the thing we were and even get married.I kept watching as the people outside moved from exchanging pleasantries to gradually entering the church for the wedding process to begin. Soon a girl
Rayner’s Pov“Thank you,” I said joyfully almost jumping up.The only thing in my head was the fact that I would be president in a few days. Woah!!! It was the best feeling ever, I am not going to lie. That feeling you get when you have made another step in achieving a goal, that’s exactly how I feel.I was about to walk out of Nath’s room when he stopped me.“Rayner?” He called me, his voice so calm and peaceful.I stopped in my tracks as I turned to him, “How may I help you?” I was too happy to just be bored by the tone of his voice.“I am traveling out of Diavolo today, and will be back in a few days, there is a company I need to invest in at Oxagon and then I also have to check on my company over there.” He explained calmly.“It’s fine, it’s not like is my business anyway,” I said plainly.“I am sorry I will have to leave you alone on our wedding night, even though it’s a contract marriage, it would have been better if we spent time alone together just to make everyone think… you
Rayner’s PovI have only spent two working days at home and I was no longer comfortable. Just be in Nath's room all day and only get out when I want to have breakfast, lunch, or dinner. I informed Aunt Eli I would be resuming work and she didn’t argue.According to her in her words, “I have met with the weirdest couples ever.” Well, she would have understood if she knew what Nath and I were into. For Nath, he was still not back but he always called me.He calls me every morning and every evening. One of the days he called me, he said something that made me feel, I don’t know how I felt at that point, he said, “I kind of miss you, are you sure you are okay without me?” He said.Well you know, for a few seconds, I didn’t give him any response, I just kept quiet and he didn’t say anything too. When I was done processing what he said and reminding myself that this way Nathaniel Blackwood, I replied to him.“I am enjoying so much peace in your absence and I think you should stay some more
Rayner’s PovI was given my own office after the promotion just beside that of Director Kim. It’s been only one day of being the president of the business management department and I was already choked with a lot of work.I told Nathaniel about the promotion and he congratulated me and encouraged me more to strive for a far bigger position. If I continue to listen to Nath, I might just change what I want from the COO to the CEO position.Before I left home for work, Aunt Eli had told me she would call me out of work later because she had yet to present the surprise she had for me. I told her I would take an excuse from my boss who happens to be Director Kim.Nath was returning today and I wonder why Aunt Eli would have to wait for the surprise to be the same day Nath was returning. I thanked her and went to work. Before I entered my new office, Carista ran to me.“Mrs Blackwood, a client is coming as we speak and I think he would be a big client because he specifically requested to do
Rayner’s Pov“Thank you for your help Rayner, but there is bad news, I hope you can bear this.” Director Kim said.I didn’t know if I should tell him to go on with it or tell him to keep it to himself. I suddenly became uncomfortable. There was silence between us as my thoughts went wild because if it was something that had to do with the company, everyone would be present.Did a client I got lay a complaint about me or refuse to do business with Cee Enterprises? If I continue to look at Director Kim, I won’t get to find out what this bad news is and who it’s going to affect.I pulled myself together and asked him, “What is the bad news Director Kim?”“This is it…” Just when he was about to tell me, Carista came in because we were in his office not mine.“Director Kim, the client you have been expecting since last week is here now.” She announced.A smile broke out on Director Kim’s face. “Oh great news, I will be with him shortly,” He said happily and when Carista left, he turned to
Rayner’s Pov“Thank you for helping me out.” I thanked the male staff when we got into the elevator.I was happy that my plan would still pull through despite the little obstacle I faced earlier all thanks to the staff with me.“It's nothing Mrs. Blackwood and I am sorry I didn't tell you, Mr. Blackwood is in a meeting.” He looked at me, waiting for a response.“It's fine, I can wait for him, thank you for the help,” I said.“Okay,” he replied.We arrived at the floor Nath was having his meeting and to my dismay, right outside the meeting room was Davis on a phone call with someone.Davis ended the call immediately he saw me and walked to me.“Mrs Blackwood, you didn't inform Mr. Blackwood you were coming?” Davis asked.“No. Just want to surprise him.” I said.“Well, you should have informed me so I could have come pick you up from the lobby rather than going through the stress of finding Mr. Blackwood,” Davis said.“At least I did find you both,” I said and we all laughed.I thanked
Rayner’s PovAgain, I am sorry to ask, did he eat breakfast before leaving the house?” I asked the maid who was in the kitchen with me.She thought about it for a while and then replied. “No Mrs Blackwood. Mr. Blackwood refused to take breakfast and while I tried to insist because Aunt Eli instructed he shouldn’t leave the house without taking breakfast, he said you weren’t there to eat with him so there was no need for him to.” The maid said.I got goosebumps all over my body. Did Nath truly say that to the maid? I regretted not waking up early to prepare something for him since I wouldn’t be going anywhere and I could sleep if I were tired.“Okay, I think I would have to take this food to him myself,” I announced.“That would be a great idea Mrs Blackwood and I am very sure Mr. Blackwood is going to love it.” The maid clapped her hands happily which made me ask her why she was so happy.“Why are you so happy about my decision?” I asked.“Because it will save me from a lot of explana
Rayner’s Pov “Good morning Nath.” I greeted having woken up late. There was no need for me to wake up Walt and get dressed because I wouldn’t be going to the office but I would be working from home. After the doctor's instruction that I rest, Nath called Director Kim and made taken excuse on my behalf and Director Kim didn’t dare to say no even when it didn’t go well with him. “Good morning my love, how was your night?” Night asked. He was dressed up for work already while I was still lying in bed. Wait, did Nath just call me his love? Hahaha, I honestly hope he just said that for fun. “My night was not so great and not so bad either but all the same, I had a wonderful night's rest,” I replied to him. “Huh?!” Nath walked to the bed and sat beside me, “Why wasn’t your night entirely great?” He questioned me, concern all over his face. “Nothing. Just the thought of me not going to work today was disturbing.” I sighed. “I am sorry about that but there is nothing I can do because
Rayner's Pov“I had wanted to tell you after we finished eating but it seems you are not having it which I guess I the reason you came to join me in the Kitchen,” Nath said.I smiled, my teeth showing very well, “Well Mr. Blackwood, I am sorry to say this to your face but you are very wrong with your conclusion. I didn't come to join you in the kitchen because I wanted you to tell me about Natasha. After all, to me, she is not so important.”I continued, “I came to the kitchen to join you because I felt bored especially when I know you are here. Since you have planned on telling me what you want FL to tell me about Natasha after we are done eating, it's fine and I can wait.” I said.“It's too late now,” Nath touched my nose, “I have driven the maids out and I have already told you I was going to talk to you about it, so I will. Remember, I am a man of my word.” Nath pointed out.I raised both hands, “For me, whenever you choose to tell me is fine but so long it's today, I am good.” I
Rayner’s Pov“What do you mean Rayner?” Nath asked me.Without hesitating, I repeated my question, “Who is Natasha,” This time, my tone and voice were a bit low.“Rayner, I think you need to calm down. I can’t tell you who Natasha is while you are in this mood, it will ruin a lot of things, please, just calm down a little.” Nath said and that provoked me even more.Does Nath think I am a fool and that I won’t do my research about Natasha or, was he thinking I am in love with him already and he just doesn’t want to lose me? I wish someone could just tell him to stop dreaming.“Hold on Nath, this Natasha has been calling you for days, and anytime I am with you, you excuse yourself just to go speak with her and if you can’t leave, you simply ignore the call. I will ask you this question for the last time Nath and after this, I won’t ask again…”Nath placed his finger over my lip, “Please hold the last time till we get home. I can’t tell you who she is right here in a public place. Just h
Rayner’s PovI opened my eyes with force as soon as I became conscious and sitting beside me while holding my hand was Nath.“Hey, I am here, you are safe, take a deep breath,” Nath said and I calmed down a bit.“How did I end up here, Nath?” I asked.“I have no idea. I was called by Director Kim that you suddenly lost consciousness and you were being taken to the hospital. After I arrived here, I called him to explain what truly happened and he said he was told you were about to go get water when you suddenly fell.”“He said he wasn’t there when it happened but he was told. Do you remember anything? I asked him to bring out the CCTV recordings from that very moment. He said he was going to get back to me.” Nath explained to me calmly.I felt a sharp pain in my head and then I remembered what truly happened.“Oh, I remember now. I was about to get water because I was always feeling tasty and then there was a sudden blackout. What did the doctor say is wrong?” I asked him.Nath breathe
Rayner’s PovI entered the department and all I could see was everyone on their computer, including Carista. I was a bit late because of Nath’s delay and also there was a little traffic on the way. Was there an activity I wasn’t told about? Because why was everyone busy?I tiptoed to Carista to ask her what was going on. “Carista, what is going on, why is everyone busy this morning?” I asked in a whisper.“I believe you didn’t open your email throughout the weekend. Well, we got so many clients that we don’t know where they came from or rather, we haven’t confirmed where they came from. You should go sit down and get to work immediately because who knows, yours might just be more than mine and that of Director Kim.” Carista advised me.I sighed as I went to my desk to see what I had got on my side. I put on my computer and while I waited for it to finish its refreshing process, I sipped from my water. I felt a slight pain on my head which forced me to close my eyes for a few seconds t
Rayner’s PovWe were about to enter the car to go to work when Nath realized he had forgotten an important document.“Get in the car and wait for me, I left some important documents behind,” Nath said as he gave me my bag, which he was carrying.I collected it from him as I entered the car to wait for him. The driver was in the car, already waiting for us. As soon as Nath entered the house, I seized the opportunity to ask his driver the question that had been on my mind all through the night.“For how long have you been working with Mr. Blackwood, Max?” I asked him.Nath had earlier introduced him to me, so I knew his name and still remembered. Max stared at me through the rearview mirror while I stared back as if we were fighting.“Ma’am, I have been working with Mr. Blackwood for years now, about twelve years if I am not mistaken,” Max said.Yes, the perfect information I needed and the perfect person to give me the answer to the question I was about to ask.“I know you have been Mr
Rayner’s PovI was woken up by the vibration of Nath’s phone, I looked at him but he was still deeply asleep and the phone was beneath him because last night, he had actually spoken with a client and immediately the call ended, and we both dozed off.I tapped him gently so he could either take the call or silence the call because I was still feeling sleepy.“Is that my phone?” Nath asked with a sleepy voice.I was forced to smile because of the way he sounded, “Yes, the phone belongs to you.” I informed him.“Then please help me take the call, whoever it is, just tell the person I am busy,” He said and went back to sleep.I managed to pull the phone from beneath him and when I checked, the caller’s name was Natasha. I paused for a few minutes trying to remember if Nath had ever introduced me to anyone with such a name because as long as I can remember, I was now so familiar with his business partners.Because I knew most of them, I regularly contributed when he was discussing them but