Raven's pov.Eaely morning I went back to Dream High to talk to the CEO. I know it's too much to ask for attention like I was asking, but this is the only way I know to help Axel. Maybe he was just trying to see what I could do to return the favor for all the material things he was giving me and my family. I didn't ask for it, but I know my parents, especially my mom, secretly ask for material things or even money from him. That was so embarrassing!"Ma'am, let's just wait here a moment." The CEO was just having a quick meeting with the staff. Anything I can do to offer "Juice, tea, coffee, or water?" The kind secretary asked."No thanks.. I will just wait here.. anyway, thank you." I smiled at her."You looked nice. I mean, you are pretty, and from the way you speak, I can tell that you are a good person. Anyway, I'm Sandy." She handed her hands. I accepted their invitation to shake hands."Thank you! You, too. You are so kind and approachable. " I said back."Well, being rude and h
Raven's pov..It was Saturday morning, and we had breakfast as a whole family. I mean, with Axel's parents, Carla and Luis Hayes.We just had everyone together during weekends because it's a day off. We are not busy with our respective jobs.Axel's dad had been busy with business trips to make business deals, so he seldom came home."How are you here?" He asked, looking at me and Axel.He knew that for the past years we had a not so good relationship."We are doing good, dad. We are trying to settle things between us," Axel replied."Good.. I just thought, how about if you just make a baby? I mean, you need to have it, because you are not getting any younger. Raven is 28 and you, Axel, are turning 30 next month, so—you both are in your right age.." Luis said, and I felt happy with it. All of a sudden, I felt like I had someone who could help me convince Axel about having a baby."Dad! It's not in my mind, okay? I am busy with business, and Raven is busy too. One more thing, TEMPO is u
Raven's pov.I don't understand what's going on, but it's clear in my mind that the guy in front of us is not the CEO. He was somebody else, maybe one of the employees or whatever.I was looking into Jaxon's eyes, and he can't even look at me in the eyes. I know it's a scheme."So, Mr. Hayes, as I look at the proposal, it is quite impressive. The offer is good, and I think my company and your company will have a good working tandem." Jaxon said, Well, if he were an actor, then he is doing it well."I really made sure that the proposal was irresistible, sir. My company will be benefited, and your company as well. I will do the job, and you will finance it." Axel said he was so proud of himself."Okay! But of course! 100 million is quite a lot, and I will not gamble my money as easily as that. I demand transparency, and I want Ms. Raven, who made the proposal to us, to work here at Dream High. He can work at your company on Fridays, but he will stay here from Monday to Thursday. Will th
Raven's pov.I know it's not too late. Days just passed, but still, I can't just forget about what Mom Carla told me.I have the right to know because I'm involved with this and my family as well. I don't understand why Axel was obliged to give my mom a hundred thousand a month! Seriously?I saw her standing at the poolside while having coffee. I get near him as I offer something."Toasted bread with butter?It's good with your coffee." I said.. he looked at me with a smile.. he got near me, so I put the tray of toasted bread on the table.I can see a good vibe in his face, so maybe I just came at the right time."Are you going somewhere?" He asked..It's Saturday morning, and he was expecting me to see my friends. I appreciate him for that, because he never made me feel like I had to stay home during weekends. Still, he cares about my social life, and I really admire him for that."Maybe after lunch.. ahmm—can I ask you something? I mean, it's beyond the business or anything regardin
Zebastian's pov..I'm at my office. I'm staring at the window and I don't have any plans to do anything. I was just looking at all the building plans that I'm planning to put up. I can no longer think of any business to put up because I almost have everything.If there's a business that corresponds with building apartments for all the street children, then maybe I will do that.Bright idea.. wow! I got an idea by simply looking out my window."And, what does that smile mean? How do you feel about being replaced by one of your business managers?" Nate asked as he got into my office.He sat in front of me and looked at me like I had committed a crime."What?" I asked because at that time I didn't have any idea. I have been focused on the idea of building aparents for street children and families."Come on, Zeb! You know what I mean. You didn't even tell me that you would get one of your business managers to replace you at the meeting. I was shocked, you know!?" Nate was so mad.I laughe
Zeb's pov.I started the game, but I was the one who got irritated with what we talked about inside the car. I know Hattie noticed irritation in me, but I don't mind.I just let Hattie go home first, so in the car now, it was only me and Raven. The car was silent the whole time.When my phone suddenly rang, it was Hattie. I picked up the phone and I saw how Raven looked at me."Yes, babe?" I said while I was on the phone."Babe, I'm ready. I mean, the food is ready. Are you going home?" Hattie asked on the other line."Okay, babe, I'm on my way. I will just take Mrs. Hayes home, then I'll see you." I said, and I put down the phone."Sir, it's okay if you will just drop me off on the side of the road. I will just get a car so I can go home." Raven said.. I have seen sincerity in her face."No, I will take you home. I don't want Axel to think that people at Dream High are careless." I replied.."I don't think Axel will think that way. One more thing, he's not home now.. so it's fine if
Zeb's POV"I heard what happened in the office, Hattie. What did you do? Why do you have to be so harsh to Raven that you even ripped her dress?" I asked while we were on our way. Hattie asked me out as payment for what I did the other night. That was when I didn't arrive at her apartment to have dinner with her. Well, I'm not busy much, and it will just be lunch with her. I know Raven is also aware of this because Hattie just went there to ask about me."I didn't mean to, okay? I just don't like your employees wearing what they wish to wear inside your company. There are rules implemented, and they should be followed. Okay, sorry." She said, and it was the first time that she wasn't in the mood to argue with me."I hope that will not happen again. I don't want to hear anything from my employees that I am tolerating your rudeness." I didn't hear anything from her; usually, she won't let any word pass without answering it. This time, she chose to be silent."Where would you like to
Ravens pov.I need to secretly send a message to Neri. I asked her to meet me at the mall, so my excuse will be more realistic.Good thing that as I arrived at the mall, Neri was waiting for me at the stairs.Zeb saw her, so there is no need for him to ask anything about it. "Thank you for the ride.." I said, and I opened the door of the car."Remember, Raven. A man who laids his hand to his woman is not really a man with heart. He only has heart for himself." Zeb said. This time he didn't give me any looks. He was just facing the road.I have seen the pain in his face, especially when he left.I just looked at the car until it was finally gone."Hi! Missed me?" Neri asked when I got near her."Of course! Where is Lexi?" I asked because she's the only one waiting."Nahhh! Don't be so hopeful to see her tonight. Lexi was on a date, and let's just be happy for her." Neri smiled as she held my hands.I smiled back at her, but my thoughts had been filled with Zeb's images."So that was Z