The awkwardness in the air was too much for Veena to take. She made a move to leave. Seeing him gave her a piercing pain in her heart. The betrayal never healed and her belief on love was broken.
All because of him.
He was her comfort whenever her family oppressed her. But he’s just like all of them, a venomous snake that will do anything to take advantage of her.
“H-How are you?” Stephen asked.
“Thanks for the obvious question. I’m feeling great and surely you’re satisfied with the outcome. You got what you wanted and I wanted to congratulate you for that. Is there anything else that you want to steal from me?”
“I did not steal anything from you!” he bellowed out.
“Scared to accept the truth? If only you never slept with my sister then none of these things would have happened. You were the only person I could lean on and cry for days. It was unexpected that you’ll betray me too.” Every single word that comes out from her mouth was like needles to her heart. This will be the last time she’ll cry for Stephen.
“V-Veena, I’m sorry for the sins I’ve done to you.” he was giving her a pleading look. She looked away fearing that her heart will give in.
“An apology will never be enough, Stephen. The damage has already been done and I’ll make sure that all of you will pay for it. I may be the fallen queen of the fashion industry but it doesn’t mean that I gave up.” she declared.
A tear fell on her cheek but it wasn’t for Stephen. It was for all the pain she suffered for years.
She held up a hand when Stephen attempted to comfort her. She does not need his pity. The anger and years of pain coursed within her heart and gave him a painful slap on the cheek. The red handprint printed on his cheek.
“You disgust me.” She left him still shocked from the sudden slap.
After leaving Nadia’s home she was drowning in misery and buried herself in alcohol from a random bar. Some men were eyeing on her and she was oblivious from her surroundings.
A man approached her but then someone blocked him. He quivered in fear from the man’s tall height and large body structure.
“H-Hey man, you’re blocking my way. I’m just going to buy a bottle of beer.” he stuttered. It feels like he wants to pee when there was a brewing storm of anger within the man’s grayish eyes.
“Really? I can buy it for you. How many bottles do you need? Five? Ten?” he offered.
“Look man, I’ll buy it on my own I don’t need your money.”
The grey eyed stranger has been following Veena Harrison for the whole day and noticed the perverted looks this man and his friends were giving to Veena. It disgusts him to the core. He grabbed the man’s collar and he shivered from his glaring eyes.
“Why don’t you find another woman to play with? This woman is not available. Now scurry off back to your friends.” he released the pervert and he stumbled away from him.
He turned around and sighed in disbelief. Veena Harrison was sprawled all over the bar’s counter with three empty bottles of beer. He paid the bill to the bartender and asked his assistant to carry the bags.
“Hm…? Who are you?” Veena asked groggily. Her vision was a bit blurry but she can smell the intoxicating scent of the man. She liked it and hugged him to inhale the wonderful scent.
This is way better than what Stephen wears. He sprays himself expensive but very strong perfumes. But this one is just perfect. She didn’t want to close her eyes, scared that the scent will disappear.
“Your knight in a black suit.” the man replied. He chuckled when she pouted and stiffened when Veena leaned closer to him.
She sniffed on his scent as if it was a drug and placing a soft kiss on his cheek. However the alcohol in her system took over and she laid her head on his shoulder. Closing her eyes as sleep invaded her body.
His eyes darkened on the drunken woman in his arms. “What should we do with her, Mr. Rossenov?” Felix asked. The assistant could only watch his boss turning into a creepy stalker. He was relieved that boss decides to approach Veena Harrison. However, the plan turned into failure when Veena fell asleep.
“Take her to one of my hotels. It's safer for her there.” Lois replied. He wiped away the small tear flowing down the woman’s bony cheek.
This woman lacks nourishment and nearly underweight. She is very light in his arms and the smell of her vanilla scent made him go crazy.
Veena was having the worst headache the moment she woke up. Resting her head for a while then opened her eyes.
She gasped in surprise upon realizing that she is in a unfamiliar room. From the modern but luxurious design of the room she assumed that a wealthy man brought her here.
She sighed in relief seeing that she’s still clothed. She winced when the throbbing pain from her head returned.
No one was around. Veena immediately grabbed her bags and got out of there before the owner comes back. She threw few dollar notes, a sign of thanks to the stranger.
She transferred to another hotel to plan out her revenge.
The Fontana Company is still under her name, but she can't take it back without proof of stealing from her family. If only someone powerful would help her get connections.
It has to be the Rossenov's right? They are the most powerful family in Geneva City and contributed a lot to the business industry. Just like her Fontana, she is the biggest figure in the fashion industry.
However, Aloysius Rossenov is a very private man and rarely shows up in the public. She must find a way to meet him. She already made an appointment tomorrow.
That's why she is situated to a hotel near Rossenov Corporation. If the plan won't go well then she'll have to find another.
"Boss, someone wants to have an appointment with you." Felix said. Lois looked up from the report he is currently reading. His sharp grey eyes were stern. "What is it for?" he replied. "I'm not sure, but Abby told me it is a woman." Felix was confused why a woman would request a private appointment with Mr. Rossenov. No one has ever dared to do that. "Okay." Felix blinked in surprise. Did his boss just say 'okay'? He never accepts random invitations from strangers. Veena walked in with her head high. Her body looks a bit better than last night. An hourglass figure and long, slender legs to die for. A perfect combination for a super model. Everyone were curious of this mysterious woman. Their boss doesn't even like women, yet here she is. Could this person be their boss' future madam? "I am here for an appointment with Mr. Rossenov." Veena said to the receptionist while taking off her sunglasses. The woman was star struck and her eyes were glued to the mysterious woma
Veena's cold gaze prevented Stephen from speaking up. She walked past him as if she never met him. The tension in the room increased once Veena entered the board room. Ashley’s eyes were a bit puffy probably from her crying session. She assumed that they were having an argument. The shareholders didn’t look happy at all. “Veena Harrison we’re glad that you’re back. We were hoping that you’ll take over the company as soon as possible.” Mr. Travis said. “I’m sorry for crushing your hopes Mr. Travis but Veena will be Ashley’s mentor. With the scandal on Veena’s name placing her back as the CEO will only make Fontana collapse.” Helen explained immediately. Veena wanted to curse at Helen. She will do anything to tweak the truth. The reason she is in Fontana right now is to get something important in her old office. “Mrs. Harrison is correct. The scandal affect Fontana even after three years. I hope mentoring Ashley will save Fontana. We will be expecting a lot of things from this ‘eme
A brunette haired woman wearing corporate clothes was standing in front of Fontana and approached Veena. "Good day, Miss Harrison. I'm Abby and will be your assistant from now on. I have been sent by Mr. Rossenov. He wishes you to stay in his apartment." Abby said. "Hm? I don't think that is appropriate for me to live with him." Veena replied. "Mr. Rossenov says the deal will be off if you refuse." Veena frowned. He dares to threaten her? Whatever. This deal is much more important for her. It's better not to get in his bad side. Veena looked around in awe of Mr. Rossenov's apartment. It feels cozy with a mix of warm and cool interior colors. "Which room I'll be staying?" Veena asked Abby. "Over there, Miss Harrison. Mr. Rossenov has reserved you a seat at Piazza Deluxe. He won't be able to join you since he has a meeting to attend to." "Okay. Tell him my thanks." The maitre d’ led her to the reserved table with a breathtaking view of Geneva’s seaside. All of the pain,
Veena woke up finding herself in an unfamiliar room. Where is she? The last time she remembered was fainting from Ashley’s constant attacks. She can still feel the body pains that she received from every blow. The bright sunlight was glowing on to her. She must’ve slept for a long time. “How are you feeling?” she looked up to see the man who helped her last night. It was Lois. “I can still feel the body pains.” she answered hoarsely. He offered her a drink and she thanked him, drowning it down to give moisture to her dry throat. “The Harrisons bailed her out. Do you want to press charges on her?” he asked. “No. Going against them is useless.” She replied. “I’m sorry but are you Aloysius Rossenov?.” “Yes, Lois is my nickname.” he answered. Lois noticed her uneasiness and he wanted to reassure her that he is not a threat. Abby barged into the room and apologized right away for disturbing them. “Miss Harrison, are you alright?” Abby asked. She looked over to the man who helped he
Some people were looking at the woman with expensive clothes. Veena was looking around the small shops in Bayfair’s mall. Bayfair is located in the middle-class area of Geneva where most rich people never steps in. One shop caught her attention especially the design being displayed outside the shop. Abby opened the glass door for her and the owner was startled upon seeing an elegant woman coming in. “G-Good morning, Miss. How can I help you?” Veena took a peek of the woman’s name tag. Chelsy Moor. “Hello Chelsy. My name is Veena and I’m interested in your work.” “Veena? The Veena Harrison of Fontana!?” Chelsy couldn’t believe it that the woman infront of her was the CEO of the luxurious clothing brand. She was a big fan of the Fontana brand even she herself began to study in fashion design. It is her dream to show the world of her designs. “Yes dear the one and only. However, I don’t want to tie myself up with Fontana. Things have changed and Fontana is no longer in my hands now.
A bright ray of sunlight from the window woke her up. Veena groaned in pain squinting her eyes trying to remember yesterday’s events. This is the second time she got drunk and promised herself not to drink again. She wanted to get out of the bed but something is stopping her. A muscular pair of arms wrapped around her and a hot breath blowing on to the naked skin on her shoulder. The glinting shine of the ring on her finger caught her attention. Oh no…what has she done? She turnd her head and was met by the peaceful sleeping face of Lois. D-Did they just get married!? Slowly grabbing his arm releasing its hold on to her, but Lois tightened his arms. “Where are you going?” he said groggily. “U-Uhm…I should go.” she reasoned out. “T-This is a mistake.” “What mistake? You asked me to marry you and accepted your offer.” He leaned over caging her with his arms. He moved her legs apart wrapping them around his pelvis. She blushed as she roamed her eyes all over his delicious muscular
Lois stared at the gold ring wrapped around his finger. Felix watched his boss silently. He still couldn't understand why boss agreed to marry Veena. He tried hard to think of reasons and ended in a conclusion that involves his grandfather, Emmon Rossenov. "Does Mrs. Rossenov know that you married her for securing your inheritance?" Felix nervously asked. Lois glared at him. "Didn't I tell you not to say a word about it? It doesn't matter if she knows or not. We are merely using each other for our own benefit." "I do believe she still has the right to know, boss." Felix insisted. "Even if I tell her she will leave." "Even if she finds out she might still leave." Felix prodded on. Lois sighed in disbelief. Felix may be his assistant, but he still values his opinion. His office door opened and Veena came in. She is wearing his white shirt that reached her thigh revealing long white legs. He ca
Lois got the information he needed and gave the file to Veena. Apparently, Ashley was meeting with a big investor. James Carol is a pudgy man with disgusting fantasies towards women. Veena sighed in disbelief of Ashley's choice. Does she even know about background checks? James Carol doesn't have a good record and is known to a perverted man with many women in his arms. "There is a meeting regarding your new company. Everyone can't wait to meet you." Lois said. "I do hope your employees won't terrorize me. You even have to argue with your team because of my scandal." "It's okay, wife. I will protect you." Lois promised. The couple arrived at Rossenov Corporation and most of the employees gathered to see a mysterious woman walking beside their boss. Veena was wearing a teal colored blouse with a black blazer. The skirt hugged her lower body perfectly, showing off her beautiful legs. Even with