Vivian had a long and tiring day at work, and all she wanted to do was to go home and relax. She was hoping to hear some good news regarding her job applications, but when she checked her mailbox, there was no reply. She was disappointed, but she decided to check her spam folder just in case.
To her surprise, there was an email from ROWES, a famous fashion brand. She couldn't believe it because she hadn't applied to the company. She opened the email and read that she was invited for an interview the next day at 10 am. She was excited and nervous at the same time.Without wasting any time, she quickly stood up from her couch and picked up a dress to wear for the interview. She texted her boss, informing her that she won't be coming to work the next day.After that, Vivian went to sleep with a mix of excitement and anxiety. She couldn't believe that she was invited to interview with a fashion brand that she admired. She had always dreamt of working in the fashion industry, and this could be her chance to make that dream come true.Despite her excitement, Vivian couldn't sleep properly. She kept thinking about the interview and how she would impress the interviewers. She knew that this was a big opportunity for her, and she didn't want to mess it up.The next morning, Vivian woke up early, got dressed, and headed to the ROWES fashion brand headquarters. She was greeted by friendly receptionists who directed her to the interview room. She took a deep breath and walked into the room, ready to give her best shot.The next morning, Vivian woke up early, feeling a sense of excitement and nervousness. She looked around her small, cramped room, taking in the familiar sight of her threadbare blankets and worn-out mattress. The room was sparsely furnished with a rickety wooden chair, a small bedside table, and a rusty metal wardrobe that had seen better days.Despite the humble surroundings, Vivian took pride in keeping her room as tidy as possible. She made her bed every morning, sweeping away the dust and dirt that seemed to accumulate on every surface. The walls were bare, except for a faded poster of a fashion model that she had cut out from a magazine and pinned up with great care.Vivian got dressed in her best outfit, a second-hand skirt, and blouse that she had bought from a thrift store. She carefully applied some makeup, trying to conceal the dark circles under her eyes from a restless night's sleep. She brushed her hair and tied it up in a neat bun, ready to face the day ahead.As she left her room and made her way to the ROWES fashion brand headquarters, she felt a mixture of hope and trepidation. She knew that this could be her big break, her chance to prove that she had what it took to make it in the fashion industry. She was determined to do her best, no matter what the outcome.********* Rowan's alarm blared, jolting him awake from his deep slumber. He rubbed his bleary eyes and sat up on his king-size bed, stretching his arms above his head. Rowan's room was a sight to behold. It was the epitome of luxury and opulence. As soon as he opened his eyes, he was greeted with a grand view of his sprawling room. The walls were painted in a soothing shade of blue, which created a calming effect on his mind.His king-size bed was the centerpiece of the room. The soft, plush mattress was covered with silk sheets and fluffy pillows. The headboard was intricately carved with floral patterns, and the footboard was adorned with gold-plated accents.To the left of his bed was a sleek, modern nightstand with a state-of-the-art sound system. A pair of wireless headphones lay neatly coiled on top of the stand. He often used them to listen to his favorite classical music before falling asleep.Opposite the bed was a wall-sized, floor-to-ceiling window, which offered a breathtaking view of the city skyline. The window was framed with dark brown curtains, which added a touch of elegance to the room.On the right side of his bed was a walk-in closet, which was the envy of his friends. It was filled with designer suits, jackets, and shirts neatly arranged on hangers. A row of leather shoes was lined up at the bottom of the closet, and a sleek leather belt hung on a hook on the door.Next to the closet was a full-length mirror, which he used to check his appearance before stepping out. The mirror was flanked by two golden candle stands, which added a warm glow to the room.Beside the closet was a vanity table, where Rowan spent a good part of his mornings getting ready for the day. The table was topped with a gleaming mirror and a collection of grooming tools, including a silver hairbrush, a comb, and a selection of colognes and aftershaves. On the shelves below, rows of skincare products, hair styling products, and other grooming essentials were neatly arranged, waiting to be used.In the corner of his room was a small sitting area with a plush armchair and a matching ottoman. He often used this area to read his favorite books or to enjoy a glass of wine in the evenings.In one corner of the room was a comfortable armchair and ottoman, upholstered in soft, buttery leather. This was Rowan's favorite spot to relax and read, and he often spent hours here, lost in a good book or catching up on the latest news and trends.Above the chair hung a large painting, a stunning portrait of Rowan as a young boy, painted by a renowned artist and commissioned by his parents as a birthday gift. The painting captured his bright blue eyes, dimpled smile, and tousled blond hair, and was a cherished reminder of his childhood.He heads to the bathroom to have his bath. After bathing, he carefully combed his hair, spritzed on some cologne, and dressed up for the day.He then sat in the armchair, put on his headphones, and listened to a Mozart symphony for a few minutes, enjoying the peaceful atmosphere. He savored the taste of his freshly brewed coffee and took a few bites of a croissant, which had been delivered to his room by the hotel staff.After finishing his breakfast, he grabbed his briefcase and headed out of his room, making sure to switch off the lights and lock the door. He walked down the corridor, his footsteps echoing on the marble floors, and entered the elevator.As the elevator descended to the lobby, he took a deep breath and prepared himself for a day of meetings and negotiations. He knew that he had to put his best foot forward to impress his clients and seal the deal.When Rowan got downstairs, he saw his secretary Max waiting for him in the car park area. "Good morning, Mr. Rowan," Max said. "I hope you had a good night's sleep.""Good morning, Max," Rowan replied. "Yes, I did. Thank you. What's on the agenda for today?"Max opened the folder and handed him a schedule for the day. "You have a meeting with the design team at 9 a.m. in the conference room, followed by a meeting with Vivian at 10 a.m. After that, you have a meeting with the shareholders at 2 p.m. and a dinner meeting with your business partner at 7 p.m."Rowan nodded, reviewing the schedule. "Okay, thanks, Max.Piper was busy attending to customers at her bakery when a man walked in. He seemed interested in ordering some cakes and cookies, but Piper could also tell that he was trying to flirt with her."Hi there, my name is Alex. And I must say, your bakery is amazing," he said, flashing a charming smile."Thank you, I'm glad you like it," Piper replied politely, trying to focus on taking his order.As they continued to talk, Alex seemed to become more and more interested in Piper. He kept asking her questions about herself and her business, and Piper found herself enjoying his company."Hey, Piper. I was wondering, would you be interested in going out sometime?" Alex asked, looking directly into her eyes.Piper felt a flutter in her stomach at the suggestion. She had been single for a while and Alex seemed like a nice enough guy. "Sure, that sounds great," she replied, jotting down her number on a piece of paper.As Alex left the bakery, Piper couldn't help but feel excited about the prospe
Piper was in her bakery, surrounded by the warm aroma of freshly baked goods when her phone rang. She checked the caller ID and saw that it was Alex. Her heart skipped a beat as she answered the call."Hey, Piper, how are you doing?" Alex asked."I'm doing great, Alex. How about you?" Piper replied, trying to keep her cool."I'm good too. I was wondering if you'd like to go out on a date with me this afternoon?"Piper felt her cheeks turn red with excitement. "Yes, I would love to!"They agreed to meet at a restaurant downtown. Piper quickly ended the call and began to think about what to wear. She didn't want to look too fancy or too casual. She decided to order a dress online that would be perfect for the occasion.She quickly browsed through some online stores and found a beautiful, knee-length dress that she liked. She ordered it with express delivery so that it would arrive in time for the date. The courier arrived shortly after, and Piper was delighted to receive the package.Sh
Vivian slept the night at the hospital holding her mom’s hand. The doctor said her situation is stable, and she should be awake anytime soon, Vivian wouldn’t miss that for the world. Yet, she couldn’t stop thinking about the decision she had made. It was a desperate move. Was it worth it? Yes, as long as she gets her mom back, the question is: Is she ready to do it?The hospital door opens, and Piper comes in, holding a coffee cup. “Hey Viv, I thought you might need a drink.” She hands it over to Vivian, who sat on a chair beside her mom.“Thanks a lot. I really don’t know what I’ll do without you.” Vivian said teary-eyed.Piper hugs her, and they remain like that for a while, They had been close friends ever since. She was like a sister to her. They did almost everything together and dealt with issues together. “How’s she?” Piper asked, sitting on the bedside.“Doctor said she would be waking up anytime soon.” Vivian replied, setting the coffee cup on the bedside table.“That’s g
Vivian rushed to look out the window only to see a big black tinted jeep waiting for her with men dressed in a black suit and glasses waiting for her.She quickly closed the window and opened it back as if she couldn’t believe what she was seeing.Are you there? – RowanVivian read the message but refused to reply. She was still in shock, she sat down near the windows and steeled herself, she made a deal and she has to honour it, if this is how it’s going to be done, so be it.Yes. Sorry, I went to confirm the ride – Vivian Alright then. I’ll be expecting – RowanVivian let out a sigh. She grabbed the mini gown and put it on along with the shoes. She wasn’t one for accessories, so she didn’t have any. Piper, however, had lots. She checked Pipers wardrobe and found a pair of white ear rings and necklace, she borrowed them and put them on.She stood infront of the mirror, her hair packed into a tight bun wearing a beautiful black mini gown and lovely shoes to match, white earrings and
The golden doors automatically slid open for them as they approached. The interior of the diner looked very homey. Couches and tables made up the reception, several famous celebrities were sitting in wait drinking champagne and eating all sort. Rowan led them to the reception desk and slid a golden ticket towards the receptionist.“Mr Rowan and Miss Vivian. Room 97. Enjoy your stay.” The female receptionist cut the ticket at the top and gave them a golden pass card.“Please follow me.” A red-haired female usher said and led them into an elevator.“Wow!” Vivian exclaimed, seeing how beautiful the entire place was.“It’s lovely, right?” Rowan asked, also impressed even though he has been here countless times. He still gets shocked about how amazing the place, actually is.“It has been in existence for over twenty years, formerly a hotel. Owned by the Yang family.” The red-haired girl explains.The Yang family is a famous family. They own several institutions across the States, from priv
The next day, Rowan sat in his office thinking about how yesterday went. After breakfast, he took her to watch a movie and then got ice cream. From his perspective, she was perfect for the job. He felt relaxed with her, plus she knows what she was getting into and has standards unlike other girls. When he made the rule of no intimacy, he had expected her to protest, but she seemed pleased with it, happy even like that was what she wanted.However, that was his opinion. It’s not enough for only his opinion. He needed another person opinion. A stranger that just met her, and that was why he told Fred to pick her up. Not only was Fred job to pick her up from her apartment but also to study her.A knock jolted him from his thoughts. It was probably Fred at the door. “Come in.” He ordered.Fred closed the door behind him as he entered. Still dressed up in his professional wear, which was a black suit and pants with glasses. “Boss, you called?” “Yes, please take a seat.” Rowan offered.F
After the date, Vivian went back to the hospital only to receive the sad news that her mother hadn’t woken up yet. The only thing she’s thankful of is the fact that the surgery was successful. At least her mother is no longer cancerous.The doctor still said she’ll wake up soon, in a doctor’s language soon can be years, hopefully not in her case. Vivian headed back home to have a change of cloth and a shower, Piper had left the hospital by the time she got back.Vivian ate the sandwich she left in the fridge along with her soda for dinner and went to bed earlier than normal. The next day, she was woken up by the sound of knock on the front door. She stood up from the bed groggily, slipped on her foam like slippers, and walked to open the door.“Hey Viv.” Piper said, enveloping Vivian in a hug.“Hey. You slept over?” Vivian asked, closing the door.“Yeah, he wanted me to. I forgot my key there, and you were not picking up your phone calls.” Piper explained.“Oh, sorry about that. Was
The drive from Rowans office to PJ Brand headquarters didn’t take long. Whoever owns the brand had guts to actually set it up close to ROWES headquarters.PJ Brand company was about eight storeys high, there were several bodyguards stationed around the building, high standard security pass and security camera everywhere, it was some kind of fortress.Rowan was impressed. He stood beside his bulletproof cherokee Jeep watching the building from afar, Max stood beside him, scribbling something down on his notepad as he took note of the surroundings.A large red neon sign PJ Brand announced the presence of the brand to the world, it was a sight to behold, anyone that passed by surely gave it a second look, some even stopped to take pictures of the magnificent building.Not like, ROWES company was small on comparison, but everyone loves something new and ROWES has been existing for a while and has lost some of it’s spark.“When do we go in, sir?” Max asked, staring at the building. “Very