Dalisay's Pov. I had anticipated collaborating with Retribution Multinational since it opened its branch in the Philippines. It was the largest international company and how it had managed to take over the shine of other businesses within months of its establishment in the Philippines was still a mystery. It was unbelievable to me that the daughter of the CEO was sitting in front of me, presenting a proposition for my company. I've always wanted a major victory that would announce my name as the CEO.A collaboration with Retribution Multinational would be that finishing touch my company needed. As we shook hands, I had an odd feeling. It was a familiar feeling but I couldn't place the face and she also had the same voice as that of my late best friend. The least of my concerns was attempting to determine who possessed a comparable touch impact.Annabel William is dead and gone. I witnessed her being buried. There's no way she would be alive, perhaps I'm hallucinating since it's
Maxwell's P.O.VThe following day, I arrived at the company where Judith and I would be working. I had been restless all through the night as My mind was muddled by how to fulfill my mother's wish to save my family from debt and bankruptcy. I was eager to visit Judith and get to work with her. She was the bait and No matter how tough she could seemed, I was determined to make sure I got along with her. While I waited for the CEO to arrive, I glanced around the reception hall. The ambiance of the company was so good and enticing. It was one of the biggest Fashion designing companies in the state. I still wondered how my mother expected me to handle a job at a fashion house without any prior expertise. Since I have never worked for one, I was curious as to what she would have said to the CEO to convince him that a novice employee would be a good fit for his company. My thoughts were disrupted by my phone's vibration. It was a call from my mom. "Hello, Darling," She greeted with
Judith's Pov. I reluctantly got off my bed as Annabel knocked at the door. I knew she was worried about how last night had gone with Jake and I. Even when I made a concerted effort to maintain a straight face to hide how pained I was over my breakup with jake, Annabel always had a way of reading my emotions no matter how hard I attempted. "Hey, sleepy head! She called out to me as I approached the door, "Open the door!" I gave a grumpy yawn and replied, "You don't have to wake me up this early, Bella." "Early? I guessed you had a lot to drink last night and had slept so deep. It's almost Eight A.M," My eyes widened in shock. How would I meet up work? The general staff meeting was scheduled for that morning by the CEO. That month, I had skipped three meetings in a row. The last time was because I was unwell, but the first two instances were because my boss had allowed me to take care of an important client. Although my boss was the carefree type who didn't mind if you miss
Amihan's pov. Judith approached the car with a gloomy expression on her face. She must have had a hectic day because she had broken up with Jake. I jokingly said, "You look so exhausted like the company's burden was placed on your shoulder," and she gave me a feeble smile in return. "Seriously, I'm worn out. She exclaimed angrily, "I'm exhausted!""What happened? Did your boss query you?""No. I couldn't concentrate at work today, Jake's unending calls and text messages made me sick...."As she talked, I felt sorry for her since I had never seen Judith behave so moodily about anything."As if that wasn't enough, the new employee was deliberately irritating me," she said, and I arched an eyebrow."Your boss hired a new employee? I thought he had done that a month ago and according to what he said the last time I visited, there was no vacancy for a new intake," Judith rolled her eyes as she shook her head. "so we all believed not until this morning, he introduced an annoying g
Maxwell's pov I had a restless first day at work because I couldn't take my eyes off Judith. The connection I felt towards her was something electrifying and I hoped I wasn't falling for her. Maybe I felt such attraction towards her because of the mission I was to accomplish through her. As soon as I got to my hotel room, I remembered a blockbuster movie that starred most of my favorite actors would be released that evening, and since there was nothing else to keep my mind occupied, I decided to go see the movie. The receptionist informed me that there was a cinema a few blocks away from the hotel. After having my dinner, I hurriedly entered my car since I was a few minutes late for the supposed time the movie would be shown. I had booked a ticket reservation online to avoid it being sold out before my arrival. The moment I pulled my car into the cinema parking lot, I picked up my phone to check for my online ticket. I was engrossed with my phone and didn't notice the car revers
Judith's pov. I had never looked forward to closing time as much as I did on this specific day. I couldn't wait to leave the new employee's obnoxious stare coupled with Jake's unending calls and messages that distracted my mind. The moment I heard the closing alarm, I quickly grabbed my bag and made my way to the parking lot. I felt as though I had been deprived of air since morning and was able to breathe freely as soon as I stepped outside. When I got closer to the car, I was too tired to grin back at Annabel who wore a warm smile. I managed to keep up a conversation with Annabel as we drove home. Today was the most tense I've ever felt from a stranger, and I couldn't control my anger toward Maxwell as I narrated all that had transpired between us at work to Annabel. I was annoyed that Annabel had chosen to side with a stranger, but I was too exhausted to argue with her, even though I knew there was truth in what she had stated in support of Maxwell. "How about we go to th
Karl's Pov. Since our last hangout, Amihan has been avoiding my calls. The memories of my intimate moment with her the other night clouded my mind, and I was unable to stop them. Perhaps my wife had never made me feel such passion over our lovemaking, and that's why I was drawn to her. I sighed in frustration as I called Her phone again and got no answer. Did I make a mistake introducing her to Dalisay? Could it be that she had a change of heart about me after meeting Dalisay? I was perplexed as to why such an influential lady would follow me about my bachelor's eve and flirt with me like a regular person. Who would have guessed that Amihan Jude, the heir to the Retribution corporation, was the lady I had both a one-night stand and a romantic night with? She had me enamored. I had feelings for her. My feelings for her went beyond a fleeting attraction or the benefit of her affluent background. It was just like the attraction I had felt for Sarah when we were first marri
Maxwell's Pov. I smiled as I peeped at Judith from the second floor. She had just arrived at work and had a beautiful welcoming smile as she greeted the staff which made me wonder why she was so hostile toward me when she seemed friendly. Perhaps, she was that way towards me because I was a newbie and the others were familiar faces. Judith wouldn't mind jeopardizing my chances with Amihan, so I had deliberately hidden myself the other night in the cinema to avoid seeing both of them.Her joyful expression lit up as I saw her get into the elevator. That morning, she exuded energy and was prepared for work. She promptly scowled when she noticed me coming toward her as soon as the elevator door clicked open."Good morning, Miss Judith," I said with great enthusiasm, and she scowled.She spoke sternly, "Not today again, Maxwell," and I grinned. "Oh, you know my name?" I teased her and watched as she sighed in frustration. "When you can't quit being a bother," she exclaimed. "Who w